Purchased frames made from
painted barn wood compose a
casual backsplash in the kitchen.

Mix with Love

Before meeting Ann, Ilkka's style leaned toward bachelor minimalist, and his influence is seen in the home's mostly tailored seating. "He'll reel me in if he thinks it's getting too feminine," Ann says.

Meanwhile, she has exposed him to sentimental detailing, such as distressed paint finishes and timeworn fabrics. "She has refined my tastes a lot," says Ilkka. "She makes the place feel like a home."

Ann's design hand shown in the master bedroom, where the headboard and a chest are painted to look antique. Bedding is primarily white with just a few floral touches, repeated in the recycled barkcloth curtains. The wicker table personalizes the space and adds a touch more texture.

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