Inspiration Point

A family heirloom kicks off the

decorating in a traditional living room.

BY JODY GARLOCK | PHOTOGRAPHS KELLER + KELLER

PRODUCED BY STACY KUNSTEL

Books with covers in shades of blue

are served up on a silver tray that

Melissa Gulley inherited from her

grandmother. “I like to use what I

have,” Melissa says. “I’m not one to

put away my special things and only

bring them out for special occasions.”