Houzz Tour: Traditional-Style Townhouse in Colonial Williamsburg
Handmade pieces, big-box-store finds and antiques create new history together in this graceful Virginia townhouse
Jennifer Holmes, the blogger behind Dear Lillie, moved into this Williamsburg, Virginia, townhouse with her family almost four years ago when an opportunity arose for her husband to coach at William and Mary College. In her signature style, Holmes transformed the simple house into a stylish home that fits the traditional look of historic Williamsburg. "We spend a lot of time in Colonial Williamsburg. It's been a wonderful place to raise a family," she says.
Who lives here: Jennifer and Jon Holmes and their two daughters
Location: Williamsburg, Virginia
Size: 1,800 square feet
That's interesting: Colonial Williamsburg includes 88 original 18-century structures.
Who lives here: Jennifer and Jon Holmes and their two daughters
Location: Williamsburg, Virginia
Size: 1,800 square feet
That's interesting: Colonial Williamsburg includes 88 original 18-century structures.
She describes her style as "Traditional with a twist. I like to mix antiques with more comfortable current pieces." Her antique spinning wheel is at home next to her new wingback chairs and animal-print storage ottoman, which is perfect for hiding her daughters' toys.
Holmes recently added a chalkboard panel to the kitchen island for her girls to scribble on.
Wood pedestal and dome: Pottery Barn; stools: JCPenney
Wood pedestal and dome: Pottery Barn; stools: JCPenney
The arched doorway highlights the view from the dining room into the living room.
Holmes likes to shop at a Williamsburg store called Savvy in Williamsburg, but also buys her home goods at Target, Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware and Ballard Designs.
Holmes likes to shop at a Williamsburg store called Savvy in Williamsburg, but also buys her home goods at Target, Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware and Ballard Designs.
Kitchen cabinet paint: Ballet White, Benjamin Moore
The dining room is one of the family's favorite rooms in the home. It's where they share meals and entertain.
Sideboard: Antique Mall in South Carolina; chandelier: Savvy; mirror: Restoration Hardware; miniature glass domes: Pottery Barn; wall paint: Ashley Gray, Benjamin Moore
Sideboard: Antique Mall in South Carolina; chandelier: Savvy; mirror: Restoration Hardware; miniature glass domes: Pottery Barn; wall paint: Ashley Gray, Benjamin Moore
A faux mantel adds character to a blank wall in her living room, while the mirrored chest adds a bit of glam.
When Holmes visits her hometown of Wilton, New Hampshire, she likes to shop for small accessories at White Home Collections.
When Holmes visits her hometown of Wilton, New Hampshire, she likes to shop for small accessories at White Home Collections.
Holmes made the slipcover for the ottoman.
Couch: Lee Industries; lamp: Aiden Gray; mirrored chest: Haynes Furniture; mirror: Restoration Hardware; stenciled pail: White Home Collections; pillows: Dear Lillie; basket: Savvy
Couch: Lee Industries; lamp: Aiden Gray; mirrored chest: Haynes Furniture; mirror: Restoration Hardware; stenciled pail: White Home Collections; pillows: Dear Lillie; basket: Savvy
The nursery is another favorite room, filled with personal touches Holmes has created.
Wall paint: Alexandria Beige, Benjamin Moore; lamp shade: made by Holmes; bedding and pillows: Dear Lillie
Wall paint: Alexandria Beige, Benjamin Moore; lamp shade: made by Holmes; bedding and pillows: Dear Lillie
In the master bedroom, Holmes couldn't find curtains she loved, so she painted stripes on some plain panels.
Bedding: Target, JC Penney, and Kohl's; headboard: Hayneedle; side table: Pier 1; wall paint: Kendall Charcoal, Benjamin Moore
Bedding: Target, JC Penney, and Kohl's; headboard: Hayneedle; side table: Pier 1; wall paint: Kendall Charcoal, Benjamin Moore
On the porch, Homes mixes branches and greenery with antiques and finds from Target.
Daybed: made from two antique headboards; pillows: Dear Lillie; tablecloth, pitcher, blue plates: Target; white plates: Pier 1; chairs: Antique Mall; armoire: Penelope's
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Daybed: made from two antique headboards; pillows: Dear Lillie; tablecloth, pitcher, blue plates: Target; white plates: Pier 1; chairs: Antique Mall; armoire: Penelope's
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