Vintage/Modern: Mismatched Masterpiece
Dining Room Design • 7m 9s
Mixing in vintage decor is one of the biggest trends in dining room design -- but a step too far in the thrifted direction and the look can quickly start to resemble something from grandma's attic instead of the pages in a magazine. The key to getting the look right: achieving balance between the old and the new. Watch as Leah Ashley blends flea market finds and antique pieces with new purchases to create a beautiful table--and tablescape--that has plenty of worn-in charm, but still manages to feel perfectly present day.
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