Interior designer and plant content creator Tracey Hairston has a gift for telling stories through design. Inside her Chesapeake, Virginia home, the guest room does more than just welcome visitors—it reflects a lived-in sense of vibrancy, soul, and heritage.
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Earthy Bohemian Aesthetic
Tracey Hairston's Chesapeake, Virginia home showcases her modern bohemian design style with rich earth tones, natural materials, and abundant greenery that brings the outdoors inside[4][5].
Investment in Quality Furnishings
The guest room features two caramel-toned leather sofas from Poly and Bark representing a $5,000 investment that Hairston believes is worthwhile for comfort and long-term use.
Thoughtful Cultural References
Her design incorporates meaningful cultural elements through books like "Brown Bohemians" and "AphroChic: Celebrating The Legacy of the Black Family Home," reflecting heritage and identity in her spaces.
Layered Textiles and Textures
Hairston masterfully combines diverse textiles including a goldenrod velvet chair, Moroccan leather pouf, and vibrant wall textiles in terracotta, mint, and clay to create visual depth and interest[5].
California Roots in Southern Setting
With California origins now living in Virginia, Hairston blends her background with Southern home traditions, creating spaces that are both personal and welcoming[5].
Hometown: California Currently: Chesapeake, VA Size: 2,913 square feet Status: Homeowner Beds: 4 Baths: 3
Photo credit: Tracey Hairston
The guest room, which also doubles as one of the most used spaces in the house, is grounded by two rich, caramel-toned leather sofas from Poly and Bark. “Sometimes you have to invest in pieces for long-term use,” Tracey shares with Home & Texture. The $5,000 investment was worth every penny for comfort and longevity.
Every object feels intentionally placed—from the wooden tribal masks that nod to African craftsmanship, the greenery spilling out of ceramic vases, and the mirrored cabinet painted in a soft olive green. Hairston notes that nearly everything in the space is a marketplace or thrift store find, save for a few foundational pieces sourced from At Home and Walmart.
“What I love most about this space is how I was able to incorporate my culture with vibrancy,” Hairston says. “You can walk into this space and feel right at home. It gives you a visual view of color and pattern that is also calming.”
In a home she shares with her husband, eldest daughter, and granddaughter, this guest room has become more than just a space for visitors—it’s a vibrant reflection of the values she holds dear: comfort, creativity, and cultural pride.
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