Our issues are full of so much great content that we’ve decided to start posting our greatest hits to the website, too! Here’s a favorite from our Spring 2010 issue.

Photos by Bridgett Ezzard. Text by Kate Hash, Editorial Director.

“I HAVE A ROOM FOR EACH MOOD AND TIME OF DAY,” SAYS BETH HALEY, INTERIOR DESIGNER AND OWNER OF BETH HALEY DESIGN.

“First thing in the morning, it’s my white bathroom—everything feels fresh. Mid-mornings are best in the living room next to the east windows, and afternoons by the garage door, particularly in the spring and fall with the door open and kids playing outside. In the evenings, I love being in the den/media room/office with a good movie, a blanket and my family.”

When you take a tour of her home, it’s easy to see why she can’t pick just one: each room exudes a distinct personality.

Immediately upon entering the charming bungalow, you feel like you’ve taken in a breath of fresh air. The color palette in the LIVING ROOM—much like the rest of the house—balances fresh, organic colors with warm neutrals. The furniture includes a mix of high-end investment pieces and budget-friendly steals, like the armchairs from Ikea—“They’re so comfortable,” gushes Beth.

The living room is punctuated with gorgeous works of art, including photography, small sculptural pieces and paintings by Beth’s son.

“I love bowls, vases, art, books and lamps,” says Beth. “I scoured antique stores, yard sales, art galleries and festivals for pieces I loved.”

Beth’s clean, modern aesthetic means that every accessory and work of art is carefully selected and serves a distinct purpose— both functional and visual—in the room.

“Carefully selected pieces become functional works of art,” says Beth. “Most of our casegoods are sculptural storage pieces for dual function. I just love it when that happens!”

“I LOVE BOWLS, VASES, ART, BOOKS AND LAMPS. I SCOURED ANTIQUE STORES, YARD SALES, ART GALLERIES AND FESTIVALS FOR PIECES I LOVED.”

The house you see now didn’t come without a lot of hard work—and no shortage of patience. The work began in early 2003 and took almost 12 months to complete.

“At the time of the renovation, my office was at home and was piled with boxes,” says Beth. “I made phone calls with hammers and old classic rock blasting in the background.”

The final product, however, was well worth the wait and is a perfect showpiece for Beth’s talents.

“I designed the spaces to fit our lives perfectly,” says Beth. “Of course, the house has evolved and will continue to. I think this home is the perfect example of how thoughtful design can ‘live big’ and with a massage here and there, can change with your family and life.”

Learn more about Beth at www.bethhaleydesign.com