07/04/2026
Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸
To celebrate, we’re taking a peek inside a few of our favorite historic homes.
If you think early American design was all muted neutrals and stuffy rooms, think again. The late 18th century was actually bursting with vibrant color! It’s no wonder the Colonial and Federal styles still have such a massive influence on American homes today. They knew how to make big gestures!
1. The Alcove Bed at Jefferson’s Monticello
Space-saving, cozy, and way ahead of its time - Jefferson loved alcove beds and added more than one during his many revisions to his house.
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2. The Entry Hall at Monticello
Thomas Jefferson loved to show off his collection of maps and artifacts here—essentially the ultimate 18th-century conversation starter. When Lewis & Clark sent artifacts from their discovery of the West in the early 19th Century, those took center stage.
3. The Dining Room at Washington’s Mount Vernon
That striking, bright green wall color was the ultimate status symbol of its day - it was laborious to produce and had to be glazed to keep from fading.
4. The Front Parlour at Mount Vernon
A beautifully balanced room made for entertaining and catching up on the daily gossip. The vibrant blue damask on the settee is historically accurate. The Washingtons bought nearly all their furniture from London and kept detailed records of their purchases.
5. The Drawing Room at Madison’s Montpelier
Refined, welcoming, and flooded with gorgeous natural light. Not even the Madison’s had all new furnishings - their Louis XVI chairs are believed to have previously belonged to George Washington. Let your clients know, antiques have always been chic.
🏛️ Have you ever had the chance to work on a historic American house? Or even just an old house? Whether it was a full restoration or just matching a historic paint color, we’d love to hear your stories in the comments!
