Tour the Irving Family Home

Betsy Hansen
We partnered with Operation FINALLY HOME, JCPenney, and Maria Adams Designs to refresh the new home of deserving veteran Jackie Irving and his family. Here, meet the team, get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the project, and tour the newly made-over home. 
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The Volunteers

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The morning started with more than 20 JCPenney volunteers showing up to help unload the truck.

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The Assembly

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The crew unloaded and assembled around 30 boxes of furniture.

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The Designer

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Maria Adams, a Southern Living Designer Network Member, redesigned and decorated the family room, master bedroom, kitchen, dining room, and one of the boy’s rooms.

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The Family Room

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The sofas are slipcovered so they’re easy to clean, making them an ideal choice for an active young family.

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The Family Room

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Maria used accessories throughout the space that call to mind Jackie’s love of spending time on the water.

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The Family Room

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Maria made a special place for Jackie’s memorabilia.

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The Dining Room

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Maria wanted to create a space where the whole family could gather and enjoy their meals together.

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The Dining Room

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Simple white dinnerware is a classic look that can stand up to everyday use.

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The Master Bedroom

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The master bedroom was designed with a spa-like feel in mind. The light purple walls make this a soothing place to unwind and relax.

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The Boy's Room

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This bedroom can be used for one of the boys or to accommodate extended family and friends.

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