This Nashville Rental Is a “Colorful, Joyful Family Home” for Five

Written by

Adrienne BreauxHouse Tour Director
Adrienne BreauxHouse Tour Director
For more than 10 years, I've led Apartment Therapy's real home content, producing thousands of house tours from around the world. Currently, I live in my maximalist dream home in New Orleans, Louisiana, with my partner, a perfect dog, and a cute cat.
published Dec 10, 2024

This Nashville Rental Is a “Colorful, Joyful Family Home” for Five

Written by

Adrienne BreauxHouse Tour Director
Adrienne BreauxHouse Tour Director
For more than 10 years, I've led Apartment Therapy's real home content, producing thousands of house tours from around the world. Currently, I live in my maximalist dream home in New Orleans, Louisiana, with my partner, a perfect dog, and a cute cat.
published Dec 10, 2024
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Bedrooms
Square feet

1252

Sq ft

1252

Jessica Smith, her husband, and three sons have been renting this three-bedroom, 1252-square-foot Nashville apartment for three years, and the rent is $2035 a month.

“Our home is the soul of our family,” begins Jessica. “We enjoy adding texture, vibrant pops of color, and warmth to our shared space.”

Credit: Jessica Smith
The youngest child's bedroom.

“Find things that celebrate and honor each individual in your home. I like to sprinkle bits of everyone’s character and personality throughout our home,” Jessica writes.

Credit: Jessica Smith
"We refurbished the black arched cabinet by adding gold hardware and legs to it and painting it black after sanding it down for a smooth finish," Jessica explains of just one of the furniture items they've refreshed.

Resources

  • All living room items — Facebook Marketplace

Thanks, Jessica and family!

This tour’s responses and photos were edited for length/size and clarity.