Somewhere along the way, I realized I wasn’t just collecting beautiful things. I was collecting the feeling of home.
I’ve always been drawn to the things that carry a sense of history. Old houses. Timeworn furniture. Handwritten recipes. Family stories. Pieces that have been loved long enough to become part of someone’s life.
For years, I thought my fascination was with antiques themselves, but over time I realized it was something deeper. I wasn’t just interested in beautiful things, I was interested in what they represented: connection, continuity and belonging.
Although my perspective wasn’t shaped by collecting alone.
It was developed over time by making the same decisions so many homeowners face every day.
I’ve stood in front of hundreds of paint swatches convinced the right color would solve everything. I’ve fallen in love with antiques before considering if they were the right fit for the space. I’ve brought home beautiful finds simply because they were a bargain. I’ve hoped a weekend project would transform a room when what it really needed was a thoughtful plan.
Those experiences taught me that great design is rarely about a single decision but instead about understanding how every element in a room works together and supports the story of the home. It’s shaped the way I approach projects now, with patience, intention, and an understanding that the best decisions are rarely made in isolation.
Our home reflects the life my husband and I are building together. It’s a blend of old and new, of Southern roots and Japanese heritage, where family heirlooms sit comfortably alongside carefully chosen pieces collected over time.
A 1914 upright piano gifted by my grandparents shares a home with Japanese artwork and textiles passed down through my husband’s family. Together, they’ve reminded me that the most meaningful homes aren’t built around a single style. They’re built around the people who live there and the stories they choose to carry forward.
Above all, we’ve created a home that feels lived in, elevated for everyday life and deeply personal. It’s a place where comfort and craftsmanship coexist, where guests are invited to stay awhile and where old stories make room for new ones.
The more I experience the impact a thoughtfully designed home can have on everyday life, the more passionate I’ve become about helping others create that feeling for themselves.
Somewhere along the way, I realized I wasn’t just collecting beautiful things. I was collecting the feeling of home.
Rooted in Story. Driven by Intuition. Designed for Comfort.
Ritual House Collective 