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A New Take on Primitive
Kimberly Smith-Johnson, a Quakertown, Pennsylvania, resident and owner of a home decorating business, says, "I like to put a modern twist on country style. I like to mix primitive and country." Her dining room embodies this philosophy and features bold colors, traditional furniture and unique displays. To transform your dining room into a prim entertaining space, consider Kimberly’s five decorating tips:
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Up and Away
Find creative places to display awkward items. This long box in Kimberly and Kenn Kaufman's home might have overwhelmed other areas with its sheer size, but it spans the gap over the sink just perfectly. The space above shorter upper cabinets is often ideal for showcasing larger accents up and out of the way. Mounting a clock on the box and tucking in some greenery finishes the look.
Photographed and Styled by Gridley + Graves
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