Designer Bon Abedeen for Corporal Weber
Through the month of October, Furnishing Hope invited interior designers to furnish and stage a wounded hero's home — shopping, coordinating, packing, and installing everything in just one week.
When asked what inspired the design, Bon Abedeen said, "Nick and Liz are warm weather people who have a love for nature and the outdoors. I wanted to bring natural elements into the mix by using earth tone colors as inspiration — a clean palette with green and blue accents. I kept the big pieces neutral. The sofa and chairs — anything that's expensive and an investment — remained neutral while accented with blue and green."
"Nick and Liz are also full-time students as well as parents to two daughters. This inspired me to make their home not only beautiful, but also functional. And for the bedroom — when Liz comes home from school, she has her private space to unwind. I always ask myself: if I were living in this home, what would make me feel the most comfortable? That's exactly what I start looking for — a cozy yet bright space and a relaxing suite for mom. My goal was to have them walk into the home and feel transported, which is not a bad goal for a well-designed space."
Bon Abedeen came to interior design after seeking a career that was more challenging, thought-provoking, and expressive. She quickly developed a passion for the arts — from interior design and architecture to illustration and photography. See more of her work at boninteriordesign.com.
About Corporal Nickolas Weber
Corporal Nickolas Weber always wanted to join the military, become a policeman, or serve as a firefighter. He wanted to help others and decided to join the finest fighting force in the world, serving for five years.
When asked about his injury, he said, "I was out on a mission when — either because of faulty parts or damage due to the enemy — we had to make an emergency landing. We took a hard landing and I was tossed around the cabin of the aircraft."
Cpl Weber is a proud father of two daughters and is married to the woman of his dreams. He lost his brother to suicide two years ago, a loss that motivated him to pursue a doctorate in Psychology so he can help veterans and others seeking to become their best selves. He was hoping to transfer to UCI or UCLA in the fall of 2018.
When asked how it feels to have a furnished home, Cpl Weber responded, "It's one thing to have four walls and a roof over your head, but another to have the basic necessities for living. Because of Furnishing Hope, I will be the hero of my family. They will have what they need."
