Master Bedroom Update
August 22, 2011
Hey all, hope you had a great weekend! We did a lot of lounging around, but I also took the time to snap a few photos of some of the changes I’ve made to our master bedroom over the last few months. How about a quick tour?
Me and my mister have gone around and around in our master bedroom, him always representing in the left corner Mr. Traditional Lover of Dark Wood Antiques with me in the right corner as Mrs. Classic White Meets Touches of Modern. The tricky part has always been how do we find a happy compromise ? The agreement finally came to this: If he gets to keep the dark wood antique dressers he’s so fond of, I get to pick the paint colors, fabrics and accessories. Deal!
We both agree on one thing, we prefer soothing colors in our master. It’s a place to withdraw from the world, catch up on our reading, and on much needed zzzzzs. I like to keep it in the neutral zone, but then play around with patterns. This year, I added a little bit of graphic, a touch of zebra, and a hint of Ikat in the sophisticated blue grays, taupes, and champagne tones I find so appealing.
Yes, you can see, I did paint over the trellis wall! Long story short, I wanted something less olive, much lighter and more gray, plus this Devon mirror and the linens were competing, so we said goodbye to the stenciled trellis wall and replaced it with the focal point mirror over the bed! You like?
Under the window next to the bed, I tucked the little loveseat that I slipcovered last year in linen. I found the Worlds Away gold leaf end table at One Kings Lane, and earlier this year wrote about the golden thrift store coffee table. Ikat pillow from Pottery Barn, lattice accent rug from World Market.
Across from the bed is the antique Drexel Heritage dresser the mister is so fond of. That beautiful print in the middle is by Richard Franklin ~ we bought over over a decade ago, it’s called ‘To Go Beyond’. He proposed in Italy in front of Michaelangelo’s ‘David’ so call us sentimental, but it reminds us of that amazing sculpture in the heart of Florence. The framed black and white images of the flowers from our yard used to hang in my office a long time ago, but now balance the Franklin print.
That’s me in my wedding dress, much much younger! I still love that classic shot so I keep it on display.
This bronze chandy is from Home Depot ~ we found it five years ago, I have no idea if they still carry it. I’d like to replace it someday with something really modern and completely amazing, but for now, the simplicity and Old World vibe work fine.
Pair of Avington slipper chairs from Tar-jay, chunky knit throw by Pine Cone Hill, blue pillow from Pier One, lacy coral sculpture from Pottery Barn.
On his side of the room is the other dresser he loves and also his closet (to the right).
I found this blanched driftwood bowl and hung it on the wall instead to create some textural and sculptural art ~ it’s a nice contrast with the traditional dresser. On top is the sweetheart tray I made from sheet music earlier this year.
His side is the room has his nightstand, complete with reading material and an ampersand I spotted at Restoration Hardware. Another subtle but significant change is the woven shade blinds ~ they are Levolor cut to fit at Lowes and much less expensive than custom.
On my side is the Draper knockoff dresser I found at a thrift store two years ago. I’ve repainted it twice, and now it’s my nightstand where I keep all my books, my journal, and a notebook for when creativity strikes. The pair of gourd lamps are from Marshalls, I spray painted them gloss white last year.
Tray from West Elm, bowl from Anthropologie.
The fabulous gray Kenya accent pillows are from Z Gallerie. I’ve never bought anything in zebra print in my entire life, but these two called my name very loudly when I spied them in the store.
Graphic floral bedding is the classic ‘Poetical’ by Barbara Barry, which I scored on sale at Bed, Bath & Beyond.
I do miss my trellis wall, but I love these new fabrics even more! Some of you may be wondering, what the heck is that paint color? I wish I could tell you it’s one specific color, but in fact, it’s two blended together: ½ Ben Moore ‘Camouflage’ and ½ Ben Moore ‘Misted Green’ (which I originally tried on the wall, but it didn’t look quite right). I blended my leftover ‘Camouflage’ with the ‘Misted Green’ for the perfect grayish bluish greenish (depending on the light) wall color and I’ve promised my hub I won’t be painting in here ever again! I know better than to commit like that. . but this month time I really mean it!
How do you compromise your design style with your spouse?
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Where is your headboard from? It’s beautiful!
I absolutely love this room!! Where did you find your white quilt and pillow shams that you have on your bed? Also, is your barbara berry bedding a duvet or comforter?
I am not into dark furniture but those dressers are absolutely divine! They are so beautiful and I think you did a fantastic job at combining both of your styles.
gorgeous master bedroom! what is the color of the walls? i love the subtle gray.
Perfect in every way…what an inspiration! I’m in the process of updating my master bedroom and am exploring neutral color schemes. You are a master at styling and composition!
LOVE you headboard… where did you get it?
This is absolutely beautiful!
Hi there! I have the same starburst mirror, but mine is much more gold than yours appears in the photo above. Yours looks more silver. Is it just the lighting of the pic, or did you somehow change the color? Just wondering because I’ve been thinking of repainting mine and wanted to know if you did repaint it, did you post a tutorial? Thanks!
Kate , love love everything about this bedroom ! I really love the dressers . where did you buy them? Your wedding picture looks like a picture from a celebrity ‘s wedding ! Beautiful! thanks for sharing , Marcia
Wow! You are so talented! I love your bedroom, so relaxing and inviting! I love the colors and the combination of old and new. Where in the world did you find your quilt, I love it!
Hi Amy, it’s from Restoration Hardware- Belgian Linen in white!
Kate
Hi,
Would you tell me where you got your grey pillows and matching blanket? I absolutely ADORE them!
:)
Barbara Barry Poetical duvet and shams, found at Bed, Bath & Beyond!
Where is your headboard from? The room is beautiful!
I love this and am in the process of copying aspects of your room. I am going to get the Barbara bary duvet, but do you think this will
Work with white linen drapes and white sheets, it seems to be more of a cream color in the store? Also- do you have a comforter inside your duvet? It looks flat? I just started following you and love everything you write!
Hi Mary, thanks so much! You can always mix shades of white and cream. The color in the duvet is more of a cream but it works with our white comforter.
Kate
Where did you get your tall dark wood dresser? Its gorgeous!
Hi Natalie, it’s a Drexel Heritage chest, part of a set my hub found for us in an antique shop about 10 or 12 years ago!
Kate
Kate, your bedroom is gorgeous and inspiring!!! I really love your style and how much thought you put into each room. But the curtains just look off, and I couldn’t move on without commenting. I’ve been doing a look of research as I’m about to hang them in several rooms in my house. What I’ve learned is that with just a couple of changes you can make store-bought curtains look elegant and expensive. You need to get thicker rods, mount them just below the crown molding and further outside your windows, (probably) purchase another 2 panels for each window, and use rings or clips to hang the panels from the rod. I think this will make a big impact.
I’ve been looking for a headboard just like that! Where is it from?
Hi Bonnie, I made it! See this post:
http://www.centsationalgirl.com/2010/12/upholstered-headboard-with-nailhead-trim-revisited/
Hi…your room is GORGEOUS!! I have been looking for that style headboard and possible tufted. Where did you get yours from???
Hi!! Love, love, love the room. I have just convinced myself a few weeks ago to paint my room gray, but have been searching for the perfect shade. :) Will you clarify what you mixed again? Was it half camouflage and half misted green…Or just half on the misted green only? Thank you!!
Equal parts of each Kimberly, love the color!
Kaet
what is your rug color,,,,,it all looks soo beautiful and peaceful…
I WANT IT TO LOOK JUST LIKE YOURS!!!! LOVE IT!! I saw a chandelier on website from home depot. its looks like the same,,,you dont happen to know the name??? i just love it,,,all of it..
Hi Kate…just wondering where you purchased “his” nightstand?
Hi Imelda, I found it somewhere online, I want to say Home Decorators? I needed something skinny to fit in that space that wouldn’t block his closet door… so i found that bookshelf and it works perfectly.
Kate
Is this bed a queen or king? I am trying to determine if I would need 2 EURO shams or 3 like your picture?
I am in love with your decorating style. Absolutely beautiful.
Nicole
Hi Nicole, our bed is a California King so 3 Euros work perfectly.
Kate
So, you have inspired my first bedroom that I will ever share with my to-be husband :) Actually, I am seriously recreating your bedroom. same bedspread, same wall color, and same blue accent color. lol thanks for being such an inspiration. i was really struggling with how to make a nice, calm and relaxing bedroom.
Gorgeous room! I love it. I featured one of these pics on my blog today.
-Erin Spain
DIYOntheCheap.blogspot.com
I love the color of your walls!!! Would love to know what color it is.
Hi Liz, it’s a custom combo of half ‘Camouflage’ half ‘Misted Green’ both by Ben Moore.
Kate
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