Pretty in Pink New Orleans Cottage

Pretty In Pink New Orleans Cottage

Elsewhere in the home, Joanie plays up her high ceilings with dramatic chandelier lighting, custom window treatments, and soaring four-poster beds. “The pair of twin beds are close to 100 years old,” she says, “and I just love them dearly.”

Joanie’s home is filled with family antiques, mostly from her parents and in-laws. “Decorating with these treasures makes a house feel like a home,” she explains. “And then when you move, everything gets new life.”

And although she admits color preference depends entirely on a homeowner’s personality, Joanie couldn’t imagine choosing anything else. “As long as I can, I want to live in a pink place,” she says. “It’s just so ‘me,’ it’s a kick!”

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