Real wood, real warmth, real life. The grain and patina, the way a vintage piece carries a story that’s the magic. When we refinish it, it becomes personal, durable, and soulful. Start with one forever piece and let the rest of your space build around it. Pancake mornings, late-night laughs, and every memory in between get layered into the story.

Why it feels timeless right now

Brown is having such a beautiful moment in interiors, and it makes sense. Its richness creates warmth, its depth brings calm, and its versatility makes it feel at home in both traditional and modern spaces. When you pair wood with matte finishes, soft textiles, and layered metals, it feels fresh and full of life. Brown grounds a space letting colors, patterns, and textures shine without ever competing.

How we use vintage wood at home

From the very beginning, vintage wood pieces were at the heart of our home and our business. An armoire, a dresser, a buffet these are the kinds of pieces that add instant character. The warmth of the grain, the unique patina, the evidence of history it never feels flat or generic. Instead, it feels soulful, like it belongs. Once it’s in your home, it adapts to your life and memories, becoming part of your story from day one.

How to bring brown into your interiors

Wood doesn’t need to match perfectly to feel intentional. In fact, the magic is in the mix. Here’s how we love to incorporate it:

• Vary wood tones while keeping undertones similar so everything feels harmonious

• Repeat one tone or grain more than once to create rhythm

• Choose a hero piece that leads, and let the others play a supporting role

This keeps a room feeling collected and layered, never cluttered or overwhelming.

Pairings that always work

One of the best things about brown is how beautifully it plays with other colors and materials. Some of our favorite pairings:

• Deep green for richness and grounding

• Soft taupe for a quiet, elegant backdrop

• Brass or aged bronze for timeless warmth

• A surprise pop of red for energy and personality

These combinations make wood feel vibrant and alive, never static.

The sustainability bonus

Choosing vintage wood is as thoughtful as it is beautiful. Every time you bring home a refinished piece, you’re keeping furniture out of landfills, saving new materials from being used, and giving life to something that was already well-made. It’s design with a conscience, and it makes your home feel all the more meaningful.

Where to begin

If you’re not sure how to start, choose one forever piece. A dresser in your bedroom, a buffet in your dining room, a set of chairs at your table. Let that one piece be your anchor. Build around it with textiles, art, and lighting, and suddenly your home feels collected, layered, and full of soul.

xoxo,

Meg