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lots of hostility here folks.

I love the mix of rustic/modern elements. Beautiful house and a gorgeous setting.

The jumbled, cluttered photos: I assumed this to be a "before/during" to show contrast. just as a frame of reference.

Regarding the big/little arguments: I like to see large houses on occasion..many of the ideas can easily be incorporated into a small place.

Ya'll need to lighten up

This home is lovely, full of light and vibrancy. Love the kitchen, the outdoor spaces, the library/stair well area. All good grist for my mill.

to you naysayers: yes, the photos could be better. But I've seen a lot worse, but interestingly not such negative comments.

I was and still am, delighted to FINALLY see a home owned/decorated by someone over 37! I was starting to think AT had some weird age restriction. Now that I've seen all the comments I'm wondering how that plays into all your comments. Think about it.

Did anyone notice this (?): in its original state, the bedroom carpet seems a horrid shade of tan/brown. But now it looks like the wet sand on the beach! Amazing.

like the energy of the bright colors, but can't stop thinking "mustard and ketshup"... I suggest a third color.

I see this tour as a social commentary piece—kinda a spoof on the whole tour concept. "oh, ya, so you can gussy up your place with $30,000? well here is what we have to work with!"

If my take on this is correct, here is my response: first: we've all been there, shopping for furniture in the dumpster down the street. Second, yes, sometimes design folks can be snob, or even boorish. (so, 'guess you showed them.) Third, yes, home design can be overrated in the grand scheme of things.

On the other hand, if this is meant as a serious tour, I would say this: the botanical print is nice, and I like framed maps as art. I like minimalism, but if not handled with some finesse, even a few pieces can look cluttered and not pulled-together. Also, I do appreciate that in the exterior shots, you cannot control what the other tenants have done. Overall, this would not be a something anyone should strive to replicate.

I really appreciate other tours I've seen here where tenants have done something lovely with very little money. A little imagination goes a long way!