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Nate's Country Makeover
Drowning in dried flowers, a California couple living in the country is trapped in cutesy clutter. See how designer Nate Berkus takes their home from covered wagon country to California chic.
The Oprah Winfrey Show  |  August 19, 2009
Margie and John's family room, after


Margie says the family room is the heart of her home—but the old foofy décor had John hiding out in the garage. 

In the new space both are happy and comfortable. Nate swaps two floral couches for one sleek sectional and replaces an overstuffed mauve recliner with two cane-backed chairs, creating an inviting conversation area. "I wanted as many people piled in here as possible," he says.

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