JAMIE KERN, ASID


Jamie earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Interior Design from Brenau University in Atlanta, Georgia and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance and Business Law from Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia. She is an NCIDQ Registered Interior Designer offering her clients a comprehensive background with 15 years of interior design experience, 10 of those years as owner of her own design studio, and 15 years of experience in the financial sector of corporate business.

Kern’s body of work has been widely published. Her work has been recognized by the American Society of Interior Designers for design excellence and featured as a case study in the interior design textbook “Beginnings of Interior Environments” for the education of up-and-coming interior designers. Her work is featured in the hardback anthology “Modern Interior Design – American Collection” published in 2010.

Rustic Room Design

Rustic Room Design:  I typically follow a rule that too much of a good thing is too much of a good thing.  But a true rustic interior is my exception to that rule.   To achieve the warmth and comfort of a naturally aged space one has to really think about the authenticity of the finishes and textures.  It’s a great time to have fun with themed pieces and quirky antique accessories!   And keep in mind that back in the day, matching pieces were unheard of in most homes.   Enjoy the collecting and the collection!

To purchase items below or any goods found on included links, please contact me for price quote and lead times at :

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I like this chair because it’s a nice comfortable piece but the natural finish legs, tiny nailheads and the ticking fabric say cozy.     by Halo Styles

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Wonderful Swedish clock.  Comes in several washed colors.  by Halo Styles

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This is a fun diversion.  Regency style front with reclaimed wood frame and zinc-covered drawers.    Also by Halo Styles

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Pine Chest with metal frame.  Great cup-style hardware.  Also by Halo Styles

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Fun Teak stool can serve as a stool or side table.  I like being able to see the naturally occurring imperfections in the wood.   by Interlude Home

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Who can resist a multi-colored southwestern-style Ottoman.  Big enough to be a cocktail table if you used a tray for drinks.   by Interlude Home

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Great Iron legs on this hide-covered stool!!    Also by Interlude Home

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You can always find space for one or two fo this little ottomans!

by Interlude Home

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Iron Scissor Small Dining Table.  Could also be a great console table with a lamp on it.     by The Old Wood Co.

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Beautiful Houdini Expandable Dining Table.  Has 3 leaves that allows it to expand to 96″ long.    by The Old Wood Co

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Monford Cocktail table.   Made in pecky cypress from the florida swamps.  The irregular grain and growth patterns are spectacular!    by The Old Wood Co

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This is where our options have in the past been limited.   So you have a nice rustic space but what do you do with the TV?    Now, The Old Wood Company has created options for media cabinets and for mud rooms.   And these are available in other sizes as well.

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OK, you have to admit these would be fun.  Steel legs and back are formed to create a faux bois look.  Also in bar height.   by  The Old Wood Co

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Wine storage rack with pouring shelf!       by The Old Wood Co

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Couldn’t resist showing this small bar set.  Loved the metal pedestal legs of the stools that form a root pattern.   Also by The Old Wood Co