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Comments (19)Thanks so much everyone. I decided to put the ticking stripe on the bench (upholsterer picked it up yesterday). He removed the seat entirely, leaving the frame here, so I could paint/distress it if I want. That's the only piece I would paint, and think it could look great if it had more of a grey/distressed finish. I haven't done that yet, and I know AS chalk paint is all the rage, but after browsing around a big flea mkt and consignment store last weekend, I was seeing that look over and over again.....some of it looked kind of cheap. So I'll think about that one before going forward. The look I would want is more of a grey weathered finish; (a la Restoration Hardware) and don't want it to look amateurish. Also decided to go with the print on the roman shade and the bedskirt; then will use the nubby linen and stripe for accent pillows, cording, etc. I am going to start working on those projects today; or, at least, that is the plan, lol. Voila, after reading one of my responses I see what you mean! But it honestly hasn't been like it may sound. One of the goals I had before beginning this project (revamping two daughter's rooms into guest rooms for them and their spouses) was to get their ideas and create a space where they would feel welcome and comfortable. Before getting started in this room, we had a large sleigh bed, tall bookshelves, a high backed bench, a large nightstand, and full drapes. Way too much oversized furniture, tons of books, memorabilia, etc., and no room for two people to organize their belongings and feel at home. I recall many long drives to my mom's house (14 hours in a minivan with 3 kids) and while I treasure those visits; it was a little disheartening to arrive exhausted and stressed, to a room (my old BR) to share with DH that still had a small bed with a rock hard mattress, non working AC, dressers and other useless pieces stuffed with extra clothing, etc. Don't get me wrong; We all loved my mom and still treasure each and every visit, but agree that it would have been nice to have a comfortable room. My MIL, on the other hand, always had a welcoming and stress-free space, and that is what I would love to create. Travel is harder than ever now, and I know when I arrive in someone's home I am grateful for every little detail devoted to our comfort! All of the kids were here last weekend and I asked for their ideas. I was happy they spoke up and let me know what was important to them. I hope I didn't give the impression that DD was demanding certain things; it really wasn't that at all, just a conversation about what would make them comfortable. Most were suggestions, and of course they are happy with anything we do to create a pleasant space for them, as well as for anyone else who pays us a visit. I'm encouraged and excited about the room so far and appreciate your comments and suggestions. Now to get started sewing.........See MoreChanged guest room queen bed to twins, now it looks too small, HELP!
Comments (90)"I see so many bedrooms on Pinterest and Houzz that are inviting , child friendly and lovely. But how that is all brought together in a cohesive look is still a mystery to me. Maybe I’m focusing on the wrong things?" I would caution you to be very careful about internalizing these images you see online. They are highly staged, have a team of professionals tweaking and moving things here and there, tight shots so you don't see imperfections, photoshopping galore. They aren't real life! Where are the science projects? Where are the plastic action figures, barbies, ponies? The sweater that someone took off and tossed on the chair, where's that? I'm 100% certain that no child had any say in a single bit of what is in these inspirational rooms. Are your grandkids old enough to consult on this? Could you ask them what they would find useful and enjoyable? If they aren't old enough to give useful input, they are probably young enough to appreciate a casual space that they don't have to be terribly careful with. I know my own kids love having a chair on their room, they love having the freedom to rearrange and decorate with their treasures, they love seeing photos of themselves with family and friends. Those are the things that make a room feel like Home rather than a picture-perfect photo shoot. Since you mentioned it, maybe you are focussed on the wrong things. Are you more concerned with impressing your children and your friends than you are with making your grandkids feel cherished? Are you putting so much pressure on yourself to create the perfect social media-approved space that you don't have any mental space to visualize the joy your family will feel in seeing you and how happy you will be to have your grandkids sleeping under your roof? Everyone on this thread agrees that the room is beautiful (a rare occurance!) and that all you need is a simple rug, a chest of some sort with a lamp or two, and a bench/chair or two. It's also rare that people agree 100% on what a room needs! So you are very very close to finished here, and once your grandkids come and add their life and luggage to the room it will come alive!...See MoreHelp Needed! office/guest room design
Comments (11)Knowing that this the only room on the first floor, now I understand why you have a bath there. It's nice that guests could use the bathroom without climbing stairs (and that you can, too, while you're working from home in the home office). I think the tiny sink on top of the toilet is pretty ingenious, given the space limitations - I've never seen anything like it! I'm not a pro, so please take my thoughts with a grain of salt (or a heaping spoonful): Squeeze as much of your bedding as possible into the closet. If it doesn't all fit, consider getting a storage ottoman or bench/chest and squeeze the rest of the bedding into that. You could use it as a footrest for the couch most of the time, and then tuck it alongside the far wall as a nightstand when the pullout bed is extended. I like the idea of mounting the TV opposite the current couch position on the wall. Then you could see it from the couch/bed. Are all of those paintings just possibilities you are temporarily resting there? The space will look less cluttered if you get rid of some of them, and if you hang them properly on the wall rather than leaning them against it. Consider getting a white fan that will blend in with the ceiling. The current wood color of the fan blades doesn't go with your floor, and I think it makes the room look smaller. Find a spot for the lamp elsewhere in the house. Edited to add: Consider getting a rug in soothing colors; something with cream like your walls, taupe/brown like your couch/floors, or a soothing accent color (soft green or blue?). I'd avoid a bright bold pattern like your current rug, given the limited size of the room, and that I generally desire my office and bedroom to be calming spaces....See MoreNEED HELP to add a door to make a small den as guest room
Comments (0)I want to add a door to make the small den as guest room. What can I do with this ceiling😰 Anybody have any good advise. Thanks!!...See MoreUser
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