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Shawn Johnson East's Dream Home: From Olympic Dreams to Honey Hills
23 Sep
Summary
- Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson East and husband Andrew renovated their 1970s home.
- The home features sentimental touches like a bourbon bar and childhood beer cans.
- The couple's property is named Honey Hills, housing chickens and bees.
Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson East and her husband, former NFL player Andrew East, have transformed a 1970s house into their dream family home near Nashville. The couple, who purchased the property in 2012, aimed to restore its original character rather than make drastic changes.
Collaborating with designer Lori Paranjape, they preserved elements like the brick entryway and vaulted ceilings. Adjustments were made for modern living, including replica stair railings compliant with current codes. The interior blends original charm with modern furniture and lighting against a neutral palette.
Sentimental touches abound, with a speakeasy-style bourbon bar dedicated to Andrew's late father and beer cans from his childhood lining the basement fireplace. The kitchen is designed to host up to 20 guests with ample seating. Outside, the property, named Honey Hills, is home to 13 chickens and 80,000 bees, reflecting their fulfilling farm life.
