The Back Story

Histoire opened September 2023, in Brentwood, TN. 

The name Histoire is French for Story/History and was conceived from a philosophy that we are all a collection of our life experiences and our homes should be a joyful reflection of our unique journeys.

Histoire was created to offer an inspiring environment of curated furniture and décor as building blocks for customers and clients who are evolving their homes into unique sanctuaries. 

After years of corporate life and extensive travel, Dena, the owner of Histoire, decided to pivot and pursue her long held passion for creating relaxed, inviting and elevated interiors.

Central to her design style is the assembling of collected environments that uniquely reflect the people who live in the home. Melding family heirlooms, treasures from years of travel with new, well designed furnishings encourages everyday living in a way that feels naturally evolved.

“I have a letter from my mother that I framed and hangs in my dressing room that makes me smile every time I look at it. Or, when I think of the antique console table that I brought back from my time living abroad that is so perfectly patinated and makes for just the right counterbalance to the more contemporary furniture in our family room. The memories, the richness, the inner joy that I feel when I am at home with the many bits and pieces that are a part of my life journey offer a sense of belonging and calm.”  

The significance of feeling at home in your house is foundational to how we experience the world.