Better Homes & Gardens USA – September 2019

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K itchen

I n f luential

Inspired by a design blog, this

Indiana-based homeowner created

an airy, modern eating space.

hen Kelsey Johnston and husband Tyler moved

from Indianapolis to rural Indiana in 2016,

they couldn’t fi nd a farmhouse fi xer-upper that

met their needs, so they built a modern one. She and Tyler chose

to install Pella® windows throughout because of their energy

effi ciency and clean design. The kitchen was inspired by blog-

gers Chris and Julia Marcum, who chronicled their own kitchen

reno on Chris Loves Julia. “An open-concept living, dining, and

kitchen area was a must,” says Kelsey. “I loved the fl ow of Julia’s

kitchen, and the ability for guests to move from one space to

the next.” See more of Kelsey’s home at bhg.com/pellagallery.

W

LARGE, SOUTH-FACING PELLA

®

WINDOWS

ALLOW THE SUN TO REACH DEEP

INTO THE DINING ROOM AND KITCHEN.

–KELSEY JOHNSTON

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BLOGGERS

Chris and Julia Marcum

HOMEOWNER

Kelsey Johnston

SCAN TO SEE MORE WINDOWS

FROM PELLA’S NEW LIFESTYLE SERIES.

LIGHT SOURCE

Maximizing natural light can instantly increase the

value of a home, but harsh midday rays can spoil the

experience. And window coverings tend to attract

dust and dirt. That’s why Pella’s new Lifestyle Series

windows and patio doors are available with integrated

blinds or shades. The affordable, customizable line

also comes with enhanced performance options that

reduce street noise as well as drafts.

With its white walls

and natural wood, the

Johnstons’ kitchen,

left, was modeled

after that of bloggers

Chris and Julia

Marcum, below.