House of color, pattern, and personality

a.k.a. 15 wallpapers, zero regrets
Nashville, TN

Mary Kathryn’s own home is a love letter to her family: this house holds five people, one dog, and a boatload of color, pattern, and joy. With 15 different wallpapers across 14 rooms, it’s bold but never chaotic, and carefully layered with joyful artwork, practical materials, and personality at every turn.

Mary Kathryn designed this home as a living archive of her family. The dining room features a custom wallpaper made entirely from her kids’ artwork — a collaboration with New Hat. The seahorse coffee table in the living room was selected by her 11-year-old son and is for outdoor use, making it extra durable. And individual stories are celebrated in every room, from the entry that functions as the family’s personal art gallery of their own creations to the multipurpose den that now functions as her husband’s office by day, and tween gaming zone and sleepover central in evenings and on weekends (the fuchsia sofa is a sleeper).

Every decision was made with durability in mind — stain-resistant fabrics, machine-washable pillow covers, and outdoor materials inside. Because real life is messy, but joy and chaos can absolutely coexist. And coming home should always feel like a sigh of relief.

This project was featured in The New York Times.

Wide view of the dining room with a natural wood table, red chairs, zigzag rug, and glass-paneled wall — joyful, layered design with playful lighting and family art wallpaper.
A tiny but bold, wallpapered home office bursting with color and creativity, complete with built-in storage, rattan fish light fixture, and a pink Moroccan-style rug underfoot.
Colorful den / family room with fuchsia sofa, punchy wall art, tennis racket on the floor, and double doors opening to the porch with striped seating.
A bold corner of the living room with graphic striped wallpaper, collected art, sculptural lighting, and vibrant pillows—joyful, layered, and unapologetically personal.
Bright kitchen with creamy cabinetry, pink island, brass fixtures, and patterned runner rugs — kids' art wallpaper peeking through with bold color and unexpected charm.
Powder room with brown polka dot wallpaper, powder blue vanity, framed vintage plates, and a white scalloped mirror — a maximalist mix of pattern and personality.
A cheerful and practical primary bathroom with blue patterned wallpaper, subway tile, soft pink cabinetry, and polished brass accents—blending whimsy with durability.
A cozy primary bedroom layered with red striped wallpaper, cane bed, heirloom furniture, and vintage-style lighting—anchored by bold heart artwork and lived-in warmth.
A charming children’s bathroom with playful demolition-derby car-themed toile wallpaper, lavender cabinetry, and colorful bath mats—crafted for high style and high function.
A maximalist twin bedroom with oversized floral wallpaper, canopy beds, layered bedding, and vibrant textiles—designed to feel like a magical childhood storybook.
A full view of the layered living room with a sectional sofa, seahorse coffee table, yellow zig-zag side table, mustard-striped rug, vintage-inspired wallpaper, and statement art—bursting with color and story.
Bold dining room with vintage wood table, red cane chairs, mustard and pink rug, and layered gallery wall alongside colorful child-art mural on stair wall.
Vibrant living room with striped sofa, blue fireplace, bold wallpaper, and layered artwork, showcasing a mix of vintage and modern furnishings.
Light-filled upstairs hallway with graphic wallpaper, yellow-striped drapery, rattan pendants, and a gallery wall of family artwork and vintage finds.
Close-up of a dresser vignette in a colorful children’s room, with pink floral wallpaper, a Blue Dog painting, record player, and playful accessories full of personality.
Maximalist kid’s bedroom with tropical bird wallpaper, colorful striped bedding, playful lighting, and eclectic shelving filled with toys and books.
Eclectic and story-rich primary bedroom with striped wallpaper, gallery wall over the fireplace, playful hats hung on the wall, and collected vintage accents throughout.
Family-friendly kitchen with pink island, brass fixtures, bunny-ear children’s table, and open shelving against white subway tile backsplash.
Whimsical laundry room with bold mustard wallpaper, striped curtains, pink rug, and young girl in heart-print pajamas tossing laundry into hamper.
Organized mudroom with cobalt blue built-in cubbies, scalloped wallpaper, and woven storage baskets, styled with kids’ backpacks and tennis gear.
Primary bathroom with blue wavy wallpaper, dual mirrors and sinks, white subway tile backsplash, and marble countertop with playful accessories.
Detail of a wooden credenza topped with a child’s handmade model house and a sculptural pink lamp, set against zigzag wallpaper — celebrating creativity and family life.
Whimsical kids’ bedroom with oversized pink peony wallpaper, rattan twin beds, colorful bedding, and a bamboo nightstand filled with books, toys, and family treasures.
Eclectic bedroom corner featuring red and lavender striped wallpaper, straw hats hung gallery-style, abstract art above the mantel, and playful styling details.
Three pieces of custom-framed family stationery and envelopes layered over a vibrant, hand-drawn mural wallpaper filled with children’s scribbles and drawings.
Bright and playful family room with open shelving, books, and built-in desk, featuring iron-and-window double doors to screened porch, with whimsical wallpaper throughout.
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Close-up gallery wall with framed kids' artwork, playful portraits, and sculptural treasures set against a bold graphic wallpaper in coral, blue, and cream.
Dining room wall covered in custom wallpaper made from children's artwork, with an eclectic mix of vintage decor, whimsical lighting, and playful sculptural elements.
A joyful family scene on a pink-striped back porch featuring iron-and-glass double doors, striped cushions, and playful outdoor dining—designed for everyday life with kids, art, and Checkers games.
Charming pink-painted home with double porches and white trim, Pride flag, and a child’s pink bike with basket on the brick walkway — the ultimate joyful welcome.
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