Text by Holly Seng
Ohio natives Tayler and Matt Lowden knew they wanted to raise their family in the small town where they had both grown up, so when the couple came across a 1950s ranch-style home nestled on a sizable parcel of land, there was no question it was the one. Six years and three kids later, the Lowdens have made it their own by incorporating cherished collectibles and heirloom furnishings that capture a sense of the past.
“We both love antiques and the craftsmanship that goes into them,” says Tayler. “We wanted to put more character into our home by adding large antique pieces to help make it feel older.”
Tayler initially started collecting vintage wares for her business, Flipping Vintage, where she sold antique furniture she painted and restored. As the objects began to overtake her home, she transitioned into selling smaller antique goods online—from ironstone china and oil paintings to wooden primitives.
The Lowdens’ home features an abundance of antique furniture and smaller décor items, many of which take prominence in the living room. Bright-white walls and neutral upholstery reflect the natural light flooding in from a set of windows above the sectional couch. Assorted antique oil portraits create an eye-catching wall display while a handmade tool cabinet is repurposed as a coffee table. However, it’s the green cupboard passed down by her late great-grandmother that serves as Tayler’s most sentimental piece and first acquired antique. The cupboard now holds her collection of ironstone as it lends a dash of color to the surrounding scene.
The green-and-white scheme is carried into the kitchen and dining area thanks to the checkerboard tile floor. Continuing the palette, Tayler painted the cabinets and countertops to give the kitchen an updated look. “You don’t need to rip out everything to make a space your own,” she notes. “Paint goes a long way to transform a space on a budget.” Her affinity for antique brass chandeliers further ties together the two adjoining spaces.
In the primary bedroom, the intricate details of the Eastlake Victorian headboard and side table steal the show. To accommodate their king-size bed, Tayler added side slats to the original full-size headboard. Crisp taupe linens and oil paintings contribute to the calm ambience and pared-down palette.
While some might hesitate to decorate a child’s room with antiques, Tayler drew from her children’s interests to create captivating spaces sure to instill an appreciation for vintage finds. One son’s room takes on a farming theme with pastoral canvases, cattle art, and die-cast tractors, while the other son’s space includes maps of the United States. Her daughter loves flowers, so Tayler created a floral gallery wall with vintage artwork.
From the storied charm that fills her home to her flourishing online business, Tayler ensures her fondness for the past will be shared by many. “I love all of the character [vintage style] brings into a home,” she says. “There are so many different décor possibilities with all the types of vintage styles out there waiting to be found.”
For more information, visit theflippingvintage.com.
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