{"id":2738,"date":"2014-12-12T21:35:40","date_gmt":"2014-12-12T21:35:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/?p=2738"},"modified":"2014-12-12T21:35:40","modified_gmt":"2014-12-12T21:35:40","slug":"road-trip-southern-living-idea-house-palmetto-bluff","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/box2483.temp.domains\/~urbanar5\/mdi-maradesignco-com\/road-trip-southern-living-idea-house-palmetto-bluff\/","title":{"rendered":"Road Trip: Southern Living Idea House 2014, Palmetto Bluff"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A few weeks ago, all of us at MDI road-tripped to Bluffton to visit Sunbrella&#8217;s\u00a0Design Night at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.southernliving.com\/home-garden\/idea-houses\/2014-idea-house\">Southern Living Idea House<\/a>, Palmetto Bluff. Architect\u00a0\u00a0Ken Pursley and Interior Designer Suzanne Kasler, who <a href=\"http:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/2014\/07\/designer-spotlight-10-things-we-love-about-suzanne-kasler\/\">we blogged about <\/a>earlier this year, worked together to create a refreshing look for this year&#8217;s idea house.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=2diks41\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/2diks41.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Palmetto Bluff is so charming! Their little downtown is adorable. We loved this little chapel overlooking the river.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=2wq69l2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/2wq69l2.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Nestled among pine trees while also facing the water, the house is one with its surroundings.\u00a0In the home&#8217;s design, it was important that the space inside connect with the nature around it.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=33bgtjr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/33bgtjr.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>You can tell from the light in the dining room that Suzanne and Ken did a great job of bringing the inside and outside together!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=2mg6wie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/2mg6wie.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>From the long, big windows that give way to lots of natural light to the soothing front porch vistas to the open layout of the home, a light, airy feel permeates the entire space.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=ou9y0h\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/ou9y0h.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This side porch is one of several porches that takes advantage of the incredible views.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=25zijbb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/25zijbb.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The design overall is a harmonious blend of casual and modern. The addition of a screen door ensures the tone is informal and oh-so Southern.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=kehrt3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/kehrt3.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This is a small room on the street side of the house that they maxed out the space with side-by-side twin beds and a shelf that acts as a nightstand. This would not have held a traditional bed, and so we tip our hat to this great solution and smart space planning.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=2eg88zr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/2eg88zr.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><br \/>\nThis space at the top of the stairs, between the bedrooms, is a nice place to come together as a family or for the kids gather and read books at night.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=2vs58o2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/2vs58o2.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>We also loved the art in the house. It was simple yet powerful and so colorful!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=1zdnf4i\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/1zdnf4i.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=2u76dmb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/2u76dmb.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=213htvq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/213htvq.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This is one of the closets in the master bedroom. In this room, you have to walk through two separate his-and-hers closets to get to the bathroom. Again, natural light pouring through the window is so refreshing.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=sqmvxl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/sqmvxl.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The toilet room is completely tiled to match the shower on the other side. Fun and original.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=2n7qp13\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/2n7qp13.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This is the &#8220;front&#8221; porch overlooking the pond. Imagine relaxing here over a glass of wine and a sunset.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=2nvul2v\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/2nvul2v.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The kitchen is visible in so many angles, and you&#8217;d hardly believe this pristine space could ever get messy.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=szev78\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/szev78.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s why the design also incorporates a clutter room that cleverly hides the chaos!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=1gpwn6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/1gpwn6.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The master suite combines simplicity and elegance to make for peaceful place to rest, relax, and say good night.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=24ooqio\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/24ooqio.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=jggqjk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/jggqjk.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>One of our favorite elements is the firepit, allowing for a wonderful place to kick back and enjoy the breathtaking views.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=es2psj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/es2psj.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The living room provides a light and airy space that is in harmony with the rooms that connect with it.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tinypic.com?ref=mhf1y0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretdonaldsoninteriors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/mhf1y0.jpg\" alt=\"Image and video hosting by TinyPic\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s a quick overview of the design, courtesy of <em>Southern Living<\/em>. 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