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what is old becomes new again

Norwell North River

New England Home Magazine said it best when it covered this project in their September, 2019 issue: “A fresh design approach makes the familiar feel novel when a couple moves and totes along many of their favorite furnishings.” When longtime clients moved into this stunning home with views for days of the North River, we made sure to maximize their existing furnishings while creating a new look to make memories for years to come. See what New England Home Magazine had to say or enjoy our favorite shots below.

Project Team

Interior Design and Styling: Justine Sterling Design LLC

Builder: Peter Bilodeau

Photographer: Jessica Delaney Photography

As Seen In: New England Home Magazine, The Boston Globe

This classic home located right on the river has beautiful views, so the dining room motif was kept simple to accent this. The classic white and wood bistro chairs are paired with a warm wood trestle table and upholstered head chairs on casters. The

This classic home located right on the river has beautiful views, so the dining room motif was kept simple to accent this. The classic white and wood bistro chairs are paired with a warm wood trestle table and upholstered head chairs on casters. The

The built-in wet bar located in this dining room is accented with blue wallpaper, a textured white wall mirror, and polished nickel hardware. The wet bar is finished with a wood countertop.

This wet bar has a warm wood countertop with white cabinetry seen below. The small circle sink is paired with a polished nickel faucet which contrasts against the blue and white patterned wallpaper.

This open concept kitchen seen in this classic New England home has white cabinetry, light blue backsplash, and black countertops. The kitchen island has three glass pendants and is paired with white and wood bistro style counter stools.

This classic New England home has a soft, neutral color scheme with pops of dark wood, such as the dark wood banisters seen on these stairs, adding contrast.

This classic New England home is located right on a river, so maximizing window space is ideal. This small nook was finished with a comfortable upholstered stool and a double wall sconce located on either side of the window. The windows were finished

This classic New England home has dark wood floors, white wainscoting, and beige pops of color. This hallway was accented with a taupe bench which connects to the taupe-scheme bathroom seen just beyond.

The dark wood console table accents this hallway by providing contrast to the light beige walls, and is finished with an art gallery located above. This motif creates a bridge between the two rooms in this hallway and adds character to the landing ar

This living cozy, traditional living room has a large grey upholstered ottoman acting as a coffee table, with two large trays sitting on top. The beige slipcover sofa is beard with light blue and grey throw pillows, and accented with light blue open

This classic New England home has a fairly neutral scheme to emphasize the beautiful views they have. This stone wall was added to bring in texture, and bring some of the elements from the outside in.

A classic New England home with a large sunroom finished with a slipcovered sofa and a blue accent chair.

A coastal style sunroom with blue accent chairs, a woven coffee table, and deep blue side tables for contrast. This adds a coastal feel to this otherwise traditional home and compliments the beautiful views of the river they have just outside.

This traditional primary bedroom is grounded with a soft beige rug and a dark brown four poster bed frame. The textured wallpaper adds interest and the wall to wall beige drapery softens the space. The room is completed by a soft white chandelier.

This traditional bedroom was updated with textured wallpaper to add interest, while the wall to wall beige drapery softens the room. A shallow daybed was placed in front of a large window to provide a reading area, and finished with two small drink t

This traditional primary bedroom has a neutral theme with a contrasting dark brown four poster bed. The bed is paired with a soft gray simple nightstand and polished nickel articulating wall sconces. The windows have floor to ceiling beige drapery wh

A kid-friendly traditional room with two canopy beds, a blue striped rug, yellow poufs, and light gray accents. The window was finished with a yellow roman shade that spans across three windows.

A kid friendly room in a traditional New England home with dark wood floors, a blue striped area rug, woven storage baskets, and a white hanging lounge chair paired with colorful accent pillows. This room was finished with white framed wall art and y

A white beaded bookcase with kid-friendly bookends, kids, books, and a bright watercolor map hung just above.

Traditional wall art that is perfect for a kids room. These animal inspired plates have a traditional flare with a fun motif, and accent the yellow roman shade located next to it.

A tv room with white wainscoting, navy grasscloth wallpaper, and beige accents. The built-in media center dies into the wainscoting, and the blue sofa cushions on top of the neutral sofa base add contrast and interest. The blue accent trays and coast

This living room is accented with blue grasscloth wallpaper, a beige console table, and contrasting blue folding stools. The blue folding stools are paired with a warm woven basket which has navy accents within. Walls art. Coastal wall art. Coastal t

This traditional home has a coastal flare with deep blue wallpaper paired with a warm wood beaded mirror and white wall sconces. The blue console table is contrasting against the white wainscoting and styled with warm woven accents.

This traditional home has a coastal flare with a blue mosaic floor tile in the bathroom, a white freestanding vanity and a one-piece toilet. This bathroom has white wainscoting and navy grasscloth wallpaper above. The wall art in this bathroom is bea

This coastal home has a traditional style, which can be seen in this small space wine cellar. This wine cellar has natural wood tones with a deep blue wall paneling surrounding it, and deep blue wall paneling on the ceiling. The wine bar has a small

This coastal home has a traditional style, which can be seen in this small space wine cellar. This wine cellar has natural wood tones with a deep blue wall paneling surrounding it, and deep blue wall paneling on the ceiling. The wine bar has a built-

This coastal home has a traditional style, which can be seen in this small space wine cellar. This wine cellar has natural wood tones with a deep blue wall paneling surrounding it, and deep blue wall paneling on the ceiling. The wine bar has a small

This coastal home has a large lawn which is sprawling in front of the barn style front entrance.

This coastal home has plenty of windows to take in the view of not only the sprawling front lawn, but the river which can be seen beyond it.

Outdoor dining table with woven side chairs and head chairs, paired with beige seat cushions and a warm wood trestle table. This traditional home has a coastal feel being right on the river.

This traditional home has a large outdoor space which is finished with teak tables and woven lounge seating which includes a large open sofa and striped throw pillows.

This outdoor area is maximized through a large dining table and matching outdoor furniture. The wicker furniture provides a coastal feel while the overall shape and decor adds a traditional vibe to the space.

Outdoor dining table decor with rattan placemats, blue table wear, and a natural wood lantern.

Outdoor dining table decor with rattan placemats, blue table wear, and a textured wicker chairs.

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