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The Heart Of The Home: A Vision For Our Kitchen

If the foyer is the first “handshake” of a home, the kitchen is the heartbeat. As the center of life within a house, the kitchen sees the early mornings, late nights and everything in between. It’s where food is made, impromptu dances are held, friends become family and family becomes closer gathered around for brunches, suppers, holidays and get-togethers. Being such an important part of home life, I really wanted our kitchen to be central within our space but still unique with its design. To feel slightly Devol. Slightly Nancy Meyers. Timeless. A bit early American Colonial, a bit European, a bit Southern. Lived in. Pretty, but understated. Budget friendly, but not cheap. And most of all, inviting. That’s a tall order for one space, so let’s dive into my thoughts, plans, hopes and design vision for our kitchen….

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While I hope that each of you feel inspired and empowered through the ideas and tutorials I share through my posts, sometimes a little outside collaboration produces the sweetest results. Whether you are dreaming of transforming your four walls or planning an upcoming event, Porch & Peony is here to serve you! Check out our interior and floral design services for more details…

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My Name is chloe

I am a wife, new mom, designer, blogger and recently returned expat in Germany who loves nothing more than a crisp fall afternoon full of all things Jesus, flowers, and hot tea and I honestly am thrilled you are here in this little corner of the web.

Here, at Porch & Peony, my mission is to reflect the beauty and joy of life endowed by our Creator, Jesus Christ, so whether you are on the go traveling or enjoying a cup of coffee at home in the day to day, I hope to share inspiration that has brought joy into our home while  empowering / coming alongside you to cultivate your environment into a life nurturing space…

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