A cozy living room with a gray sofa, patterned pillows, a large tufted leather ottoman, a modern armchair, built-in green shelves filled with books, a fireplace, and a wall-mounted TV above the mantel. by Justin Salem Meyer

My Home

This post is somewhat irrelevant to my photography but I wanted to take a few minutes and honor my amazing wife and her incredible ability to make our house into a home.

We bought our home two years ago and below there are some of the before photos. We used M.D. Eggers for the remodel. Highly recommend Matt and Mark.

A cozy living room with a gray sofa, patterned pillows, a large tufted leather ottoman, a modern armchair, built-in green shelves filled with books, a fireplace, and a wall-mounted TV above the mantel. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy living room corner with a blue armchair and gray pillow, green cabinets with gold knobs, shelves filled with books and decor, framed artwork on a white wall, and light wood flooring. by Justin Salem Meyer
A wall displays three framed artworks: a blue-toned figure, a floral painting with two birds, and a black-and-white photo of a bridge, above a green cabinet with a speaker, brass candlestick, and small decor items. by Justin Salem Meyer
A bright living room with a light gray sofa, a framed ship painting on the wall, a wooden console table with a lamp, and a view into the kitchen with stainless steel appliances and hardwood floors. by Justin Salem Meyer
A bookshelf with neatly arranged books, a set of encyclopedias, a vintage black and gold mantel clock, a small brass figurine, a decorative blue object, and a brown glass candle jar. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy living space with hardwood floors, a colorful rug, bookshelves, a fireplace, and a seating area. A framed painting and a side table with plants and books are visible in the bright, inviting room. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy reading nook with a cushioned bench under a window, flanked by built-in shelves with books and decor. There’s a brown chair, framed art, and a bag on the bench. Hardwood floors and a patterned rug complete the space. by Justin Salem Meyer
A modern kitchen with white and green cabinets, farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, and open shelves. A dining area is in the background. A black dog lies on a red rug on the wooden floor. by Justin Salem Meyer
A bright kitchen with floating wooden shelves displaying jars, dishes, and plants. A window with a bamboo shade is above a white sink and marble countertop, which holds a bowl of fruit, cutting boards, and kitchen essentials. by Justin Salem Meyer
A bright, modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, green island, wooden floor, and two red patterned rugs. A black dog lies on a rug, and large plants and a dining table are visible in the background. by Justin Salem Meyer
A modern kitchen with green lower cabinets, white countertops, open wooden shelves with dishes and plants, two barstools, a window with a bamboo shade, and stainless steel appliances on hardwood floors. by Justin Salem Meyer
A black dog sleeps on a patterned rug in a hallway with hardwood floors. In the background, a cozy living room features a fireplace, built-in bookshelves, a TV, and a painting on the wall above a small table with a plant. by Justin Salem Meyer
A mid-century modern wooden cabinet with a potted plant, green vase, and books beneath a framed landscape painting, next to a window with bamboo blinds on a white wall. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy corner with a green velvet armchair and matching ottoman, a round marble coffee table with a plant and books, a wall sconce, a landscape photo, white paneled walls, and a patterned rug on wood floors. by Justin Salem Meyer
A wooden dining table with six matching chairs sits on a woven rug in a bright room. A large potted plant and a window with a bamboo shade let in natural light. A pendant lamp hangs above the table. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy living room with a tan sofa, abstract art, green ottoman, dark blue chair, red patterned rug, wooden furniture, large window with curtains, houseplants, and light fixtures. Stairs are visible in the background. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy living room with a tan leather sofa, dark blue chair, red patterned rug, large window with sheer curtains, abstract wall art, houseplants, and a wooden sideboard near a staircase. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy living room with a green armchair and ottoman, a tan leather sofa with yellow cushions, a large window, houseplants, two round coffee tables, and patterned rugs on a wooden floor. Warm lighting and wall art decorate the space. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy living room with a yellow sofa, gold pillow, and striped blanket, next to a white lamp and side table. Abstract art hangs on the wall. A dining area with wooden chairs and a hanging light is seen in the background. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy living room with a tan leather sofa, mustard cushion, and a colorful blanket. A side table holds a lamp and record player. Abstract art hangs on the white wall above the sofa, and a green plant is in the corner. by Justin Salem Meyer
A wooden cabinet with shelves displaying books, plants, vases, and decor sits next to a tall stack of folded blankets. A yellow velvet chair and a patterned rug are partially visible in the cozy, eclectic room. by Justin Salem Meyer
A wooden bookshelf holds potted plants, books, framed art, ceramic vases, a clock, and various decorative objects. A leafy plant drapes over the top shelf, and paintings are displayed on the top of the shelf. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy living room with a yellow sofa, colorful rug, wall art, wooden side table with books and a mug, and a staircase with black railing leading to another room. Natural light fills the space. by Justin Salem Meyer
A white candle labeled THE BUTCHERS DAUGHTER sits on a brass tray atop a stack of books, including 50 Portraits by Gregory Heisler and Cezanne. A framed photograph of a boat on water hangs behind. by Justin Salem Meyer
A bright living room corner featuring a potted plant, wall-mounted sconce, framed artwork, wooden side table with books, green vase, potted plant, and a landscape painting above it. Hardwood floors and white walls. by Justin Salem Meyer
A two-story suburban house with beige brick and brown siding, white window shutters, and a two-car garage, surrounded by green grass and tall trees on a sunny day. by Justin Salem Meyer
A mostly empty living room with off-white walls and carpet, a large window with beige curtains, and a red duffel bag on the floor near a wall vent. by Justin Salem Meyer
An empty room with cream-colored walls, beige carpet, two curtained windows, a central chandelier, and decorative molding on the lower walls. Sunlight filters softly through the curtains. by Justin Salem Meyer
A dimly lit, empty dining room with beige walls and a brass chandelier, connected to a kitchen with wooden cabinets and tile flooring. Sunlight filters through curtains on a window. by Justin Salem Meyer
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, white countertops, a built-in oven, and an electric stovetop. The floor has a tiled pattern, and an adjacent room with carpet and a window with beige curtains is visible. by Justin Salem Meyer
A vintage kitchen with wooden cabinets, an electric stovetop, double sink, and a window with shutters and floral curtains. The countertop is light-colored, and the adjacent room is partially visible. by Justin Salem Meyer
A kitchen with wood cabinets, a double sink under a window with a valance, a black dishwasher, white countertops, and a view into an adjoining room with tile flooring and a ceiling fan. by Justin Salem Meyer
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, white countertops, a black refrigerator, and a stove. Sunlight streams through a window above the sink, and some items are on the counters. The floor has a light-colored tile pattern. by Justin Salem Meyer
A narrow hallway with patterned wallpaper, a vintage ceiling light, and two doorways leads to a bright room with large windows at the end. Stairs are visible on the right side. by Justin Salem Meyer
A staircase with white carpeting and an ornate metal railing, set against a wall covered in vintage, gold-patterned wallpaper. An antique light fixture hangs from the white ceiling above. by Justin Salem Meyer
A small bathroom with patterned wallpaper, a wooden vanity with a sink, a wall mirror, a roll of toilet paper, and tiled flooring. The door frame is wooden, and the lighting is bright. by Justin Salem Meyer
A living room with wood built-in shelves and a fireplace, old carpet partially pulled up, exposing the floor; light streams in from the left, and uncushioned light fixtures hang from the ceiling. by Justin Salem Meyer
A vintage built-in oven with a copper hood in a wood-paneled kitchen nook, set against white tiled walls and light-colored flooring. An open doorway and carpeted room are visible to the left. by Justin Salem Meyer
View of a retro kitchen with wooden cabinets, white countertops, a ceiling fan, and large windows. The image is taken from an adjacent room through open louvered doors. The kitchen has a tiled floor and natural light. by Justin Salem Meyer
A bright, empty room with beige carpet and walls, open wooden double doors leading to a kitchen with wooden cabinets. Sunlight enters through vertical blinds on the right; some cables are on the floor. by Justin Salem Meyer
Empty room with cream-colored carpet, large double window with striped curtains, and a wooden door with a full-length mirror. Sunlight streams in through the windows, illuminating the neutral walls. by Justin Salem Meyer
A bathroom with light pink walls, a wooden vanity with pink countertop, built-in sink, mirrored cabinet, pendant light, frosted glass shower door, and a window above the bathtub. by Justin Salem Meyer
View into a small bathroom with light tile floor, wooden vanity with sink, mirror above, toilet, and a glass shower door on the left. Walls are cream-colored, and the door frame is wood. by Justin Salem Meyer
A small empty room with light blue walls and blue carpet, viewed through an open door. A section of the carpet near the center is pulled back, revealing a brown rug or mat underneath. by Justin Salem Meyer
A hallway with patterned yellow wallpaper, beige carpeted stairs to the left, and a white front door with an oval glass window. A brass light fixture hangs from the ceiling above. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy living room with a decorated Christmas tree, a yellow sofa, green ottoman, red rug, and a black dog lying on the floor. Warm lighting and festive decor create a welcoming holiday atmosphere. by Justin Salem Meyer
Cozy living room with a green velvet armchair, matching tufted ottoman, marble side tables, potted plants, striped curtains, and a landscape photo on the wall above the chair. Warm lighting creates a welcoming atmosphere. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy window nook with a red plaid pillow and yellow cushion, a wreath hanging on the window, and a white built-in bookshelf displaying books, vases, and small decorative items. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy living room with a beige sofa, a tufted leather ottoman, an armchair, a fireplace under a wall-mounted TV, built-in bookshelves, and nautical artwork on the wall. Warm lighting and wood floors complete the space. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy window seat with a mustard cushion and plaid blanket is built between white shelves filled with books and decor. A chair sits nearby, and sunlight streams through a window with a bamboo shade. by Justin Salem Meyer
Bright, modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, green cabinets, white farmhouse sink, open shelves, a patterned rug, and hardwood floors. Dining area with plants and artwork is visible in the background. by Justin Salem Meyer
A bright kitchen with sage green cabinets, a white farmhouse sink, marble countertops, open shelves with plants and dishes, and a dining area with a wooden table in the background. Natural light fills the space. by Justin Salem Meyer
Bright kitchen with green cabinets, a white farmhouse sink, gold faucet, open shelves holding plants, jars, and kitchenware, marble countertops, glass-front cabinets, and a window with a bamboo shade letting in natural light. by Justin Salem Meyer
A wooden console table with a brass lamp, candle, festive wreath, vase of greenery, jar of red ornaments, books, and a nativity set. A woven basket sits on the floor to the right of the table. by Justin Salem Meyer
Bright dining room with a wooden table and four chairs on a woven rug, a pendant light above, a potted plant on a wooden chest, wall art, and a window with a bamboo shade letting in natural light. by Justin Salem Meyer
Bright kitchen with white countertops, farmhouse sink, open shelves with jars and plants, window with bamboo shade, and view into a cozy living room with rugs, bookshelves, and a fireplace. by Justin Salem Meyer
A bright dining area with a wooden table and six chairs, a large potted plant by the window, light walls, hardwood floors, and a view into a small kitchen with open shelves and green cabinets. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy bedroom with a single bed, pastel bedding, and decorative pillows sits by a window with sheer curtains. The room features a patterned rug, an armchair, soft wall colors, and floral artwork above the bed. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy, softly lit childs bedroom with a cream dresser, stuffed animals, and a closet filled with clothes and toys. String lights decorate the closet, and a plush unicorn sits on the floor. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy nursery with a wooden crib, stuffed animals, a red patterned rug, a shelf with books and decor, framed art on the wall, and a woven wall hanging near the door. Soft light enters through a curtained window. by Justin Salem Meyer
A neatly organized childs closet with clothes hanging and shelves holding toys, books, and wicker baskets. A small walker toy is in front of the closet. Sunlight enters from a window on the left, brightening the wooden floor. by Justin Salem Meyer
A wooden chest with a potted plant, a candle, and books sits against a white wall. Above it hangs a framed photo of a sailboat, lit by a brass picture light. A staircase and woven rug are nearby. by Justin Salem Meyer
A cozy bedroom viewed through a doorway, featuring a neatly made bed with white bedding, yellow and striped pillows, a wooden chest at the foot, a fluffy rug, and a wall-mounted lamp. by Justin Salem Meyer
A bride in a white lace gown stands holding a bouquet of white flowers and greenery, surrounded by lush blooming white flowering trees outdoors. by Justin Salem Meyer

Ajay and Aly | Wedding

 
A bride and groom walk down the outdoor aisle, smiling and holding hands, surrounded by seated guests. Bridesmaids and groomsmen stand in the background. The setting is green and lush with a large tree nearby. by Justin Salem Meyer

Zac and Jordan | Wedding