About a year ago, we purchased our forever home—an older deck house that required more work than we initially anticipated. After extensive cleaning and preparation, we are now beginning to settle in and add personal touches that make the space our own. Our renovation plans will extend over the next several years, encompassing both the interior and exterior. While some projects will be completed ourselves, most will be handled by professionals, with me overseeing the overall design direction. Follow along and watch this tired deck house turn into the coastal contemporary we've always dreamed of.