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Rachel’s Living Room Makeover

So long, college. An effervescent young professional’s hand-me-down-filled home is transformed into a chic space fit for entertaining―and beginning her married life.

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Rachel Vize's living room Karin Jarlstedt

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Sure, there was shelving in the corner, but apparently it wasn't enough storage space for Rachel and Aaron. Exhibit A: The piles of laundry on the recliner. As for the walls, well, they sure were white, considering that one-half of this couple (Aaron) is an artist.

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