House Tour: A Fresh Mid-Century Ohio Home

Name: Sarah Gibson, of Room for TuesdayLocation: Dayton, Ohio
Own or rent: Own
Time in home: 2 years

From her picture-perfect gallery wall to her reupholstered vintage chairs, Sarah's seamless mix of new and retro items is a jealously-inducing thing of beauty. Her layered home draws on Southwestern influences, her love of mid-century furniture, and modern updates to create a space that is effortlessly chic and timeless.

What is your favorite room in the house and why?

I love the kitchen. We spend a lot of time in this space cooking, entertaining, or enjoying company while listening to music. It has such a happy vibe, day and night!

Photo: Sarah Gibson

What advice do you have for those who want to achieve your style?

Keep things neutral with a few pops of color. I personally like green tones and deep reds. I think it’s most important to find things you love. If you fill your home with items that make you happy, it will be a personal space you feel comfortable living in. I would also say to focus on classic investment pieces, rather than buying high price tag, trendy items.

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What do you hide when company comes over?

Dog stuff! My giant schnauzer, Finn, has lots of toys and a couple beds. He usually scatters them throughout the house, so before guests arrive I shove all dog items in a bin and stash it in the basement or a closet.

Photo: Sarah Gibson

What was your biggest decorating, renovation, or DIY failure?

I tried to save money on paint and purchased a couple gallons from the sale bin. Against my better judgement (and design training), I convinced myself the paint was a neutral white. Rather than painting a sample swatch, I just went for it. I painted the entire living room and once it dried it was obviously pink. My husband walked in and his jaw dropped. Needless to say, I repainted the entire room and ended up spending more money on paint.

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How would you describe your decor style?

A mix of many things: modern, eclectic, minimal, and even a little bohemian. If I find a piece I’m attracted to, I’ll purchase it even if it doesn’t fit a specific genre. I think if you fill your home with things you like, it automatically becomes a place you love and a representation of your own style.

Photo: Sarah Gibson

What was the inspiration for your home?

I mainly wanted our home to feel clean, organized and functional. It was a foreclosure and we completely renovated it ourselves, so for a long period of time it was in a chaotic state. I think this makes me appreciate it even more!

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What items did you splurge on and on which did you save?

I splurged on the master bedroom, kitchen renovation, and lighting and plumbing fixtures. I saved on draperies, tile, and a lot of our furniture, which was thrift and vintage.

Photo: Sarah Gibson

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