vintage spaces
Far left: Curl up in this cozy guest room with its vibrant green paint. Left: A caterpillar figurine scurries past chic lamps in the guest bedroom. Below: The raised-up wood ceiling, repurposed vanity, chandelier and mirrors all give this small bathroom an open feel.
The first time I met Becky, who is a realtor by trade, she was wran- gling her new dog (the aforementioned Chase), who surely outweighs her—by a lot. Her slight build is such a stark contrast to her big, vibrant personality. Becky leaves an impression on you, a deep one. She also leaves you with bread from Whole Foods as a gift. Becky first walked into interior designer Deb Vogler’s office at Com- fort by Design years ago. Her daughter had recently been diagnosed with stomach cancer, and she was seeking solace in the form of a prayer and meditation room. That was the first room Deb and Becky tackled together. Her daughter has been cancer free for six years now and in that time the team has made over every room in Becky’s home. “The only thing we have left is the garage,” Deb jokes. The women say they’ve “Becky-ized” this home. Every room is inspired by days of old by with a western and girly flair. It is full of vintage inklings, rustic treasures and vibrant color. Becky is a farm girl who pulls inspiration from her ancestors and lives life to the very fullest. The saying “You can take a girl out of the country, but you can’t take the country out of a girl” is definitely true in this case. The relationship between interior designer and homeowner is delicate, personal and requires a great deal of trust. Sometimes relationships are formed through research or word of mouth, but in Becky’s case it was purely luck of the draw. And judging by the cohesive style throughout this home as well as the friendship that has formed between Becky and Deb, luck was on her side the day she walked into Deb’s office. “I walked in her store and saw my kitchen island and from that moment I’ve trusted her,” says Becky. “Deb is honest, and when she sparkles [about ideas, finds, etc.] you know it’s right.”
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