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I’ve heard a lot of people express how long they’ve dreamt of their weddings – who they were going to marry, what they would wear, the perfect venue, etc. Me? I’ve dreamt about my future house. I’ve collected bits and pieces as I’ve visited and admired other’s homes. I have imagined how it would feel, function, support, and grow my entire life. I was fortunate to grow up in the house that my parents still live in today and never move. I picture the same thing for myself and our future family. As we’re approaching a home-ownership phase of our life, I wanted to make a brief list of the details that feel timeless to me. Here’s 25 characteristics I have always loved and hope to some day incorporate into our future home:

1. Creamy white paint
2. Wicker furniture
3. Massive windows
4. Organized gardens
5. Glass shelving
6. Slipcovered chairs and couches
7. Soapstone countertops
8. Striped fabrics
9. Plaster fireplaces
10. Ceiling beams
11. Adirondack chairs
12. Bead board wainscoting
13. Oversized and uniquely shaped terracotta planters
14. Cedar shingle siding
15. Cup drawer pulls
16. Roman shades
17. Oversized photography art
18. Crown moulding
19. Jute and cushy cotton rugs
20. Parson’s style furniture
21. Unique custom upholstered furniture
22. Contrast piping
23. Pedestal tables
24. Club chairs
25. French style chrome faucets