See a Shockingly Stylish Halloween Home

Greg and Nancy Smith begin decorating their home a month in advance for their annual Halloween fete. With a guest list of about 150 people, this Poland, Ohio, couple goes all out to cover nearly every inch of their house with decorative bats, cobwebs, gauze and ghouls. While such an undertaking isn't for the squeamish, planning the year's scheme is greatly entertaining for those involved. "Each room has its own theme," says Ryan Csepeggi, a family friend and coplanner. Together the Smiths and Csepeggi develop narratives for each room and decorate to tell the story. As a result, each space is transformed — and so are those who dare to enter.

A grim sight in the light of day. A ghost overlooks the preparations for what may be a last meal.


Symmetrical needn't mean static, as this breakfast table shows. By keeping the color palette to a minimum, the Smiths have set a table that is equally spooky and chic.


Flora and feathered ravens offset materials like steel and glass for a mod Goth table setting.


"Guests" take their places at the dining table. Each member of the family is represented in costume, while a ghost hovers overhead.


Spooky props with a bit of sparkle lend mystery to the scary tablescape.


A headless butler beckons guests into the piano parlor for some music and a closer look.


A piano makes the perfect backdrop for layering objects and creating a story line.


Details give guests an opportunity for pause. Captive dancers swing to the music in the parlor here.


Frothy formal wear conveys the idea that these two have been celebrating for a very long time.

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