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Woodland Retreat
by Shelley Morris Interiors

Woodland Retreat

by Shelley Morris Interiors

Shortlisted: Interior Design Scheme - Americas Award

The International Design & Architecture Awards 2025

IDA 2025
Shelley Morris Interiors transformed the Weston, CT home into a serene sanctuary, seamlessly blending modern design with its natural surroundings. The shingle-style home, nestled in the rural beauty of Fairfield County, underwent a remodel to harmonise with the landscape while reflecting Shelley’s personal style and expertise.

The project embraced the home’s innate charm, including original wide-plank floors and antique beams, combining them with contemporary elements for a fresh, inviting aesthetic. Shelley focused on creating a balance between old and new, using organic materials like wood, stone, and brick to connect the interiors with the wooded setting. Venetian plaster walls, custom cabinetry, and bleached wide-board pine flooring exemplify the craftsmanship involved. The architectural updates included replacing doors, windows, and skylights, as well as restoring the free form pool and waterfall. New additions, such as a pole barn garage and updated patios and walkways, further integrated the home with its surroundings.

The design edits brightened the once-dark interior, with light-reflecting finishes that create contrast and warmth. A black-framed outline on the shingle enhances the architecture, allowing the home to blend naturally with the trees and foliage. Cherished furnishings and thoughtful new additions completed this retreat, which balances comfort and modern living.

This project illustrates Shelley Morris’s ability to create timeless spaces that celebrate nature and seasonal transitions, ensuring the home feels both peaceful and connected to its environment.

Location: Cedar Hills

Architect: Shelley Morris

Interior Design: Shelley Morris

Construction: Luis Silva Carpentry

Photography: Kirsten Francis

Shelley Morris Interiors has been shortlisted for Interior Design Scheme – Americas Award in The International Design & Architecture Awards 2025.

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