Keeping a Piece of Greenville

Eileen and her husband, Luke, undertook a comprehensive, room-by-room renovation of their 1930s home in Greenville over six years. The primary goal of this renovation was to restore the house to its original architectural integrity, which Eileen describes as stripping away extraneous details to allow the intrinsic charm and simplicity to re-emerge. The house, like many older properties, had undergone several prior renovations, many of which had detracted from its initial clean lines and simple design. Eileen's background, including an architecture degree, five years of experience in an interior design firm, and her current profession as an antique and vintage furniture dealer (operating under @eileenandco_ on Instagram), proved invaluable throughout the renovation process. The couple meticulously approached each room, ensuring that every modification was executed thoughtfully and correctly. A significant improvement involved addressing the home's bathroom situation. Originally having only one bathroom, Eileen and Luke collaborated with their friends, Chris and Lindsay of White Buffalo Homes, to add two more bathrooms, which was considered a transformative enhancement to the living space. Beyond structural changes, Eileen dedicated considerable effort to the home's aesthetics and decor, with a particular focus on creating an inviting and emotionally supportive atmosphere. She aimed for a feeling of 'belonging,' desiring that family and friends would feel 'seen and loved' within their home. This objective was achieved through deliberate design choices that fostered connection and comfort. Examples include arranging cozy couches to face each other, encouraging conversation, and designing a sitting room with four chairs centered around an ottoman, ideal for relaxing with a cup of coffee. Furthermore, a dining area in the kitchen was set up with upholstered benches, blankets, and pillows, creating a warm and intimate setting for meals and gatherings. Alongside their home renovation project, Eileen and Luke harbored a long-standing dream of living abroad. This dream materialized sooner than anticipated when Luke received a job assignment in central France, prompting their relocation three months prior to the article's publication. Despite their move, the couple maintains the comfort of knowing that their renovated home in Greenville remains a tangible connection to their past life, awaiting their eventual return, providing a sense of stability and a piece of 'home' even when they are thousands of miles away. #HomeRenovation #InteriorDesign #1930sHome #AntiqueFurniture #GreenvilleSC #ArchitecturalRestoration #FamilyHome #ExpatLife #HomeTour #HomeRenovation #InteriorDesign #1930sHome #AntiqueFurniture #GreenvilleSC #ArchitecturalRestoration #FamilyHome #ExpatLife #HomeTour