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earching for the ideal place to call
home can be daunting, but Nikki
Coffman didn’t waiver. “I wasn’t
interested in a large house that would
require a great deal of upkeep or
extensive yard maintenance,” she
said.
A native of Southern Indiana, her
roots were firmly planted in finding
a place in the area. After months
of searching, she stumbled upon a
condominium in The Harbours and
fell in love with the location, the conveniences and the amenities
offered, not to mention the picturesque landscape of the Ohio River
and the downtown Louisville skyline.
While the condominium itself was turnkey, Coffman put her
own personal reflections into the interior design. “The previous
owners upgraded the kitchen with subway tile backsplash and
marble countertops ... something I would have picked myself, and
the only other thing I did was have it repainted.” For the rest of her
place, comfortable elegance is sprinkle throughout with each room
echoing her personal style. “I have an ongoing relationship with
Leslie Lewis Interiors. Designer Tammy Randall knows what I like,
so it is easy creating spaces that capture my essence.”
Coffman’s living room is bursting with pops of color and a patterned
accent wall that creates a focal point. “I was concerned that going
from a 3000-square-foot home to a condominium smaller in square
footage would be a problem. What I found is that downsizing is
freeing.” One look at her multilayered home shows how right she
was to take the minimalist path.
Just a little over six months of living here, Coffman already has
been entertaining. “I hosted a Thunder over Louisville party. Twenty
people came and the space really worked.”
The living room, dining area, and kitchen are all one entity, but
architectural elements – like the archway and the mirrored accent
wall – create the illusion of a bigger venue. Using moveable and
multi-purpose furniture pieces was another smart way she utilized
every nook and cranny without overwhelming the space.
The biggest attraction is the ever-changing landscape from the
balcony. “I spend most of my evenings out here to watch the beautiful
sunsets. She made the area inviting with plush lounge chairs and a
pub table with matching chairs. The river traffic and the twinkling
lights of the Louisville skyline make this the ideal spot to unwind.
Additionally, Coffman’s bedroom has become an oasis. She chose
French doors with a frosted glass inlay as a stylish way to define
the space between the living area and the bedroom. Paper art
decorates the wall and flanks the bed that boasts an elegant tufted
headboard and plush linens. A stylish, contemporary chandelier
illuminates the room.
Coffman’s style lies on the traditional side with a modern edge
which over the years has softened. “With this home, I definitely
have leaned toward a more feminine feel,” she said. With mirrored
lamps and splashes of colors throughout the home, she has created
a luxurious look that is warm and inviting. “I am so enamored with
my home, it’s hard to leave. When I do leave, all I want do is to be
at home.”
WELCOME TO
SUMMER AT SAM’S
Remember our patio is pet friendly.
Enjoy outdoor dining, including
our covered patio area.
And don’t forget us for your summer
parties. We have a wide variety from
party trays to full-course meals.
MEET YOU AT SAM’S
SAM’S FOOD & SPIRITS
702 Highlander Point | Floyds Knobs, IN 47119
812.923.2323
www.samstavern.com