Serenity is in full bloom throughout this new home by Everett King Design
From the first seeds of an idea to the fully furnished haven, this new-build, transitional home—fondly called Project Moore—has grown fully into its own, thanks to care and expertise from Everett Waldrep and her design team.
“Our clients are incredible human beings,” says Waldrep with a smile, “and this is their forever home, so it was important that we built trust throughout the process. The end result of cultivating relationships like this is that our team was given creative liberty to design something the homeowners really love.”
The guiding inspiration behind the Project Moore home is family, faith, and foliage. Waldrep skillfully wove together heirloom antiques, contemporary fixtures, jewel-like tones, and organic textures to create a space that would conjure peace and grow with the three generations that enjoy it. Nods to the family’s Catholic background and connection to New Orleans can be seen in gold details, stained glass and arches, and the lush color palette reflecting the tall trees that surround the property.
“We wanted to honor our client’s love of traditional flair, but with an updated vibe,” says Waldrep. “Elements of every room are inspired by something old—only here they’re made new, fresh and modern.”
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As you enter the home, you transition from the foyer into the great room, where tall ceilings and yawning entryways were intentionally softened with deep green hues and lush textures to give the space an intimate, cozy feel perfect for morning coffee or late-night conversations.
Just left from the entrance is the open and airy dining room, where coral colors give joy a seat at the table and play off of the twisting vines and foliage of the wallpaper and family heirlooms like sconces and mirrors.
Full of life like the family’s daughter, her room was designed to grow with her, and features brighter golds, her favorite colors—yes, pink!— and a monochromatic pattern that blends seamlessly from wall to window. The two chairs pictured are family heirlooms, vintage pieces reupholstered to add color and vibrancy.
This bathroom is a true reflection of the daughter’s strong and joyful opinions: she joined in the design process, and the creative result is a balanced abundance of scalloped edges, blush-hued fingernail tiles, an elegant yet fun built-in vanity, and pops of green among the floral and ribbon motifs.
Glowing in the bright light spilling through windows overlooking the porch, the keeping room is an intimate gathering space warmed by reclaimed wood beams and built-in arches. As the main focus when standing at the kitchen sink, it was intentionally filled with the family’s favorite things: photos, antiques, and small artifacts collected over the years. Color is brought in through the oversized coffee table and accent pillows, drawing the eye—and guests—toward the abundant seating.
In the kitchen, the homeowners wanted a more natural feel underfoot, and a sense of the old while still being new. The warm-toned brick tiles are sealed and grouted, making the space easy to clean yet durable. Vintage-inspired lanterns evoke New Orleans streets, and Anatolian rugs exude casual comfort.
In the bar area, the spirit of New Orleans shines in jewel colors, sophisticated street lamp lighting, cut crystal and lacquered brass, and elements that celebrate a love of bourbon. Once again, natural floral shapes bloom into the picture via the overhead light fixture.
The master bath exudes calm reflection, with a mixture of gold and glass in light fixtures and small, ornate details.
The master bedroom, a slight departure from the rest of the house, is intended to be a place of light and serenity. The family’s antique four-poster bed acts as a foundation , inspiring other soft woodland and neutral tones that reflect the treelined view outside.
