Balance Architectural Details
The wonderful wall mural and the fleet of sails that winds its way through the waters are all that’s necessary to complement the sturdy farmhouse staircase in this hallway. Rustic chairs seem more shown-off than simply stored.





Take a crash course in ‘Back to Basics 101’ with easy lessons to learn from this charming old sea captain’s home.
By Roberta Messner

"For sale,” the familiar words read. But what followed in the local newspaper was anything but the expected. “Old sea captain’s home. Eight rooms. Eight fireplaces. All original.”
“It was love at first sight,” says homeowner Amy Miller. “We knew we wanted the place before we even came inside to look at it.” The nostalgic property with 30 scenic acres has been home to Randy and Amy Miller and their four children for 10 years. Museum-quality antiques abound at every turn. But this is no museum. Rather, it’s a lifestyle.
Balance Architectural Details
The wonderful wall mural and the fleet of sails that winds its way through the waters are all that’s necessary to complement the sturdy farmhouse staircase in this hallway. Rustic chairs seem more shown-off than simply stored.

Anchor Rooms with a Large Piece of Furniture
In this case, the charming corner cabinet makes practical use of an awkward space and provides a focal point around which to add an accent table and extra chair that can be pressed into service in the dining area.


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