The reasoning behind cherishing the scratches on your dining table, as explained by designer Jess Cooney, revolves around the embrace of imperfection.
Jess Cooney Embraces Imperfections in Home Design and Life
Jess Cooney, the renowned designer and founder of Jess Cooney Interiors, has joined Homes & Gardens' By Design. Known for her unique approach to home design, Cooney encourages her clients to embrace the imperfections that come with life.
Cooney recently completed a major renovation of her own home and hosted a Thanksgiving dinner and a party for 200 people in her newly renovated space. The party took place with the paint barely dry and the furniture only just in place, but the guests filled every corner of the home, celebrating all night with candles, food, and music.
One such imperfection that arose was a fresh scratch in the newly refinished walnut dining room table. However, Cooney takes pride in these imperfections and sees them as a beautiful record of the home's history. She suggests letting stubborn specks of glitter shine a while longer as a reminder of the laughter and joy of that day. The scratch, deep but repairable, is just another chapter in the table's story, which began in another home, barn, or church before being reclaimed and beginning a new chapter with Cooney's family.
Reclaimed materials carry their own stories and are an essential part of Cooney's design projects. Examples of reclaimed materials used by Cooney include wood flooring, limestone pavers, vintage furniture, and rugs. These materials are not just decorative; they are teaching lessons - they are forgiving, soft, and inviting.
Cooney also advocates for giving children a wall in their room where friends can leave messages, doodle, or create something that evolves and can be repainted over time. She encourages parents to embrace the imperfections in home design, such as lemon rings on marble counters, dings on glassware, and pen marks on walls. Drawing inspiration from the Japanese practice of Kintsugi, Cooney believes that these imperfections can be transformed into something beautiful, rather than hidden away.
When it comes to holiday cards, Cooney recommends making them together at the formal dining room table and embracing any resulting imperfections. These cards, too, can serve as a beautiful record of the family's history, with each card telling a story and carrying its own set of imperfections.
With her unique approach to home design and life, Jess Cooney continues to inspire and encourage her clients to embrace the imperfections that come with living a full and beautiful life.
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