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Young House Love » Reader Redesigns » Stacie’s Design Dilemma: Solved

| By John Petersik | July 15, 2008 | 73 Comments

Stacie’s Design Dilemma: Solved

Drumroll please. Strike up the band. Drop the confetti. Release the doves…

Can you tell we’re beyond excited to share Stacie’s amazing Young House Love inspired master bedroom transformation? A few weeks ago we whipped up a mood board, and Stacie spared no time putting our plan into action. But even we couldn’t predict the insanely dramatic makeover that ensued.

Here are a few of the “before” shots:

Staciebefore11

Staciebefore21

She wanted a lighter and brighter room with a clean and contemporary look (and a dash of hollywood regency) while keeping the current headboard, dresser, tv, pendant lights, and window shades. Here’s a look back at the mood board we created that sparked such a major makeover:

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And here’s Stacie’s totally transformed “after” of a bedroom thanks to a bunch of items from our mood board as well as a few additions that were inspired by our suggestions:

Stacieafter11

Stacieafter21

Everything from our new wall color suggestion and accompanying color scheme to our idea to paint the frame around the existing headboard and create a seating area with a fun white arc lamp completed this major bedroom makeover on a dime. And Stacie didn’t even need to purchase every single piece from our mood board, she happily took our new light & bright bedroom concept and ran with it, which actually saved her even more money along the way. What does she think of the transformation? Well…

Can’t thank you enough for all the design advice and help. You have inspired me to overhaul my my dark, cave-like bedroom, and the outcome is amazing. The mood board was so awesome! Some of the ideas I took exactly from you, and some I interpreted in my own way. The main thing is the paint color. I’m not the best at paint colors, often painting 3 times until I get a color I like. But I threw caution to the wind and just put up exactly what you recommended and I LOVE IT!!!!!! So bright, airy and calming at the same time. Painting the radiator to the left of the fireplace a dark color to balance my dresser was genius. Love the arc lamp you found too, and painting the headboard was the best idea. I decided on a bolder rug, and different bedding but I added in the cool blue green color you suggested with pillows (on the cheap from Marshall’s) and a $13.00 (!) velvet throw for the reading chair. These pics don’t even do it justice but I wanted to get some afters to you asap. I am now a loyal fan and daily reader of your blog… keep up the good work!! – Stacie

We love Stacie’s new master bedroom (and the fact that she worked her butt off over the past few weeks to get us these afters) but we’re dying to hear what you guys think. Feel free to shower her with the praise that she deserves and steal a few ideas of your own.

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Comments

  1. Avatar for ALICEALICE says

    July 15, 2008 at 8:33 am

    Lovely! She did a fabulous job.

    Reply
  2. Avatar for amyamy says

    July 15, 2008 at 9:01 am

    wonderful job!!! great advise sherry & john!

    Reply
  3. Avatar for MaryB in RichmondMaryB in Richmond says

    July 15, 2008 at 9:15 am

    “Insanely dramatic” doesn’t even do it justice. WOW!!!!

    Reply
  4. Avatar for KellyKelly says

    July 15, 2008 at 9:17 am

    Bedroom looks great – so light & airy. Where did the White chair come from?

    Reply
  5. Avatar for AimeeAimee says

    July 15, 2008 at 9:43 am

    Wow that is gorgeous! Stacie, you did a great job. I love how large your room is too, that makes me super jealous. :)

    Reply
  6. Avatar for JenniferJennifer says

    July 15, 2008 at 9:50 am

    wow wow wow! great job, Stacie (and John and Sherry for the suggestions)!

    Reply
  7. Avatar for CateCate says

    July 15, 2008 at 10:04 am

    Amazing transformation! Stacie, where did you find that rug?

    Reply
  8. Avatar for CindyCindy says

    July 15, 2008 at 10:06 am

    The after looks so Fresh & bright. I love how she interpreted your suggestions to items that worked for her, at her price point!! Great job Stacie!!

    Reply
  9. Avatar for julesjules says

    July 15, 2008 at 10:58 am

    Absolutely fantastic! I’m in search of a new color for my family/dining room, and this might be it.

    Reply
  10. Avatar for AmyAmy says

    July 15, 2008 at 11:14 am

    gorgeous!!!

    Reply
  11. Avatar for lilylily says

    July 15, 2008 at 11:49 am

    So lovely. I’d love to know where Stacie found her reading chair.

    Reply
  12. Avatar for JenniferJennifer says

    July 15, 2008 at 11:54 am

    G O R G E O U S ! ! !

    Reply
  13. Avatar for KateKate says

    July 15, 2008 at 1:14 pm

    Holy moly! That looks a thousand times better! Nice work Stacie!

    http://fiveblondes.com

    Reply
  14. Avatar for KelliKelli says

    July 15, 2008 at 1:28 pm

    Wow, I gasped when I saw it! Stacie, it looks so wonderful. LOVE LOVE LOVE the pendants on either side of the bed, and the light blue accents make it seem so light yet cozy. I can hardly wait until I have a room of my own to send in!

    Reply
  15. Avatar for StacieStacie says

    July 15, 2008 at 3:24 pm

    Wow! You are all so nice to comment. I LOVED doing this update and glad you all dig it. The chair is from Room & Board. They only have like 2 or 3 stores (and none near Richmond) so I had it shipped. The rug is from Pottery Barn. I think it was called the Moorish Tile Rug and that color is espresso, but it looks totally hot in orange too.

    I love being in that room now, its a breath of fresh air.

    Thanks again to John & Sherry and send in your moodboard requests! SO helpful if you are stuck in your own design dilemma.

    Reply
  16. Avatar for laura @ the shorehouse.laura @ the shorehouse. says

    July 15, 2008 at 5:35 pm

    Wowza — what a great job, and what a lovely room to rest in! The color pallet is among my favorites…I love those soothing beachy tones with some dark wood accents. Yummy!

    Reply
  17. Avatar for LaurenLauren says

    July 16, 2008 at 3:56 pm

    What is the paint color called? Also love the cherry blossom panel art. Where did you find it? A gorgeous transformation…really inspiring. Lauren

    Reply
  18. Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

    July 16, 2008 at 4:02 pm

    Hey Lauren,

    The paint color is Glidden’s “Sand White”- one of our personal favorites. As for the panel art, Stacie found it on her own so she’ll have to chime in and spill the beans!

    xo,
    Sherry

    Reply
  19. Avatar for StacieStacie says

    July 16, 2008 at 11:11 pm

    The panels are, believe it or not, from Crate and Barrel and they were my big splurge of the room, at about $500.00 for all 4 panels. But i couldn’t resist when i a saw them and i know ill have them forever. Classic.

    What i didn’t mention is that in the winter, i plan to remove the blue green accent pillows and throw and bring in orange accents to match the panels. I love a room that can change with the seasons easily.

    Reply
  20. Avatar for jenjen says

    July 17, 2008 at 12:27 pm

    So, the rug is beautiful, but it looks lighter than the rug on the PB website– the espresso color there looks very dark brown whereas your rug shot makes it look like a nice warm tan? If you could confirm whether that rug is dark brown or tan- If it is lighter I think I will scoop one up!

    Reply
  21. Avatar for Monica C.Monica C. says

    July 17, 2008 at 12:29 pm

    WOW. I was in shock when i saw this transformation but the room looks GORGEOUS!!! I love the color and how airy it looks. Congratulations on an amazing job!!!!

    Reply
  22. Avatar for LaurenLauren says

    July 18, 2008 at 1:43 pm

    The rug does look more tan than what Pottery Barn shows on their site… if it’s truly lighter, then I might pick one up, too.

    Reply
  23. Avatar for StacieStacie says

    July 18, 2008 at 2:50 pm

    The rug is def. a lighter brown/med. tan.
    Much lighter than the chocolate brown the PB
    website suggests. Happy shopping!

    Reply
  24. Avatar for GingerGinger says

    August 28, 2008 at 8:25 pm

    I was wondering where you found your sunburst mirror? I love it! I’ve been looking for something similar for my dining room. Beautiful room and amazing transformation!

    Reply
  25. Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

    September 25, 2008 at 10:36 am

    Eeks, someone posted here and somehow it got deleted but the question was about whether the headboard was Sand White or the walls. The answer: the walls! Although the name is deceiving, the perfect tan tone on the walls is Sand White (by Glidden) and the headboard was just painted with some glossy white trim paint. Hope that helps! Sorry about the comment disappearing act!

    xoxo,
    Sherry

    Reply
  26. Avatar for ChristineChristine says

    December 9, 2008 at 9:31 pm

    Is there any way you can ask Stacie where she bought the artwork above her bed?

    Thanks

    Christine

    Reply
  27. Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

    December 9, 2008 at 9:51 pm

    Hey Christine,

    Stacie snagged that art from Crate & Barrel. She admits it was her “splurge.” You can see it here on their website:

    http://www.crateandbarrel.com/family.aspx?c=1400&f=22706

    Hope that helps!

    -John

    Reply
  28. Avatar for PraPra says

    January 4, 2009 at 3:10 pm

    The “after” looks absolutely gorgeous.

    Reply
  29. Avatar for CarrieCarrie says

    January 22, 2009 at 8:20 pm

    I adore the bedspread – is there anyway to find out where Stacie got it from? Thanks much!

    Reply
  30. Avatar for JillJill says

    February 23, 2009 at 12:23 pm

    Yes, me too! I have to know more about that YUMMY bedding!

    Reply
  31. Avatar for StacieStacie says

    February 23, 2009 at 2:26 pm

    Hey guys,

    Thanks again for all the complements! The duvet’s from Anthropologie, but I dont know if they have it anymore!

    Stacie

    Reply
  32. Avatar for CindyCindy says

    March 24, 2009 at 11:48 am

    The duvet cover. Where did it come from? I love it!

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 24, 2009 at 12:14 pm

      Hey Cindy,

      The duvet cover is from Anthropologie but Stacie doesn’t know if they have it anymore. Hope it helps!

      xo,
      Sherry

  33. Avatar for CindyCindy says

    March 24, 2009 at 4:21 pm

    Sherry,

    I thought it might be. It’s not there anymore but I’ll keep my eyes open. I’ve been looking for something similar for my own room.

    Thanks.

    Reply
  34. Avatar for CaseyCasey says

    April 1, 2009 at 8:43 pm

    The duvet is actually a Dwell Studio design, and it’s still available (in persimmon or saffron) through dwellshop.com:

    http://dwellshop.com/b2c/ecom/ecomEnduser/items/xt_itemDetailNF.aspx?oFamily=HEDGEROW&siteId=1&itemNum=3520-15-20&bulkexists=0

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      April 1, 2009 at 8:48 pm

      Good to know Casey! Thanks so much for the tip.

      xo,
      Sherry

  35. Avatar for ErinErin says

    May 3, 2009 at 5:52 pm

    Would you happen to know where the garden stool/side table by the chair came from? This bedroom is amazing, Stacie.

    John and Sherry, I adore your website. It has been really inspiring as I am attempting to navigate decorating my first house. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      May 4, 2009 at 1:24 am

      Hey Erin,

      Good question! We don’t remember the answer off the top of our heads but we’ll drop Stacie an email and hopefully she can pop in and comment with the details.

      xoxo,
      Sherry

    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      May 4, 2009 at 10:27 am

      Hey Erin,

      We’re back with that stool answer for ya! It’s actually from West Elm. Hope it helps! Happy shopping…

      xoxo,
      Sherry

  36. Avatar for CaseyCasey says

    August 2, 2009 at 2:07 am

    Hey guys. I LOVE this mood board and am wondering if you can re-post where all the items can be purchased. I am also trying to do my bedroom in a Hollywood regency type style. So far, I have sandy beige walls; white, layered bedding; black and white vintagey floral print chair from Ikea; and black furniture from Ikea. It is looking great, but it needs a little color. Can you guys suggest a good accent color that would fit with the look I’m going for?

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      August 2, 2009 at 10:25 am

      Hey Casey,

      The linked phrase at the top of the post that says “a few weeks ago” will take you to the original mood board with all the info you’re looking for! As for an accent color you could go with a silvery blue for a gorgeous and glam effect. Hope it helps!

      xo,
      s

  37. Avatar for CaseyCasey says

    August 2, 2009 at 5:37 pm

    Thanks, Sherry. I think I will do the silver/blue color. Do you know where Stacie got her blue throw (on chair)?

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      August 2, 2009 at 6:47 pm

      Maybe West Elm? You can probably find something similar at TJ Maxx, Target, or even on ebay. Hope it helps!

      xo,
      s

  38. Avatar for AngieAngie says

    August 3, 2009 at 1:24 pm

    Love the living and bedroom. Would you happen to know where the mirrored, sun wall decor in the living room is from?

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      August 3, 2009 at 1:39 pm

      Hey Angie,

      We believe it’s from Crate & Barrel although they might not sell it anymore. Maybe try ebay? You can search for a “sunburst wall mirror.” Hope it helps!

      xo,
      s

  39. Avatar for andreaandrea says

    November 12, 2009 at 7:22 pm

    i love this room….love your site…love it all…

    quick question – what is the bluish/gray color featured on the mood board? i am painting my bedroom this weekend and it looks like that may be just the color i have been looking for!

    thanks in advance.

    -andrea

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      November 12, 2009 at 9:57 pm

      Hey Andrea,

      Try Benjamin Moore’s Quiet Moments. Hope it helps!

      xo,
      s

  40. Avatar for erinerin says

    November 24, 2009 at 7:44 pm

    Sherry, thank you so much for the stool answer. I heart you. (and tell everyone we’re best friends…) Just kidding, of course ;) …. except for that I heart you. :)

    Erin

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      November 24, 2009 at 7:45 pm

      Haha, I heart you right back. Glad to help!

      xo,
      s

  41. Avatar for AndreaAndrea says

    February 17, 2010 at 4:06 pm

    Any idea where the chair pillow is from? Would love to get one, thanks!

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      February 17, 2010 at 4:18 pm

      Crate & Barrel. Hope it helps!

      xo,
      s

  42. Avatar for alicealice says

    March 24, 2010 at 3:38 pm

    Where or where are the lights on the nightstands from (or are they hanging above? scones maybe?) So beautiful!
    -alice

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 24, 2010 at 3:43 pm

      Hey Alice,

      Yup, they’re hanging pendant lights that are plugged in and just swagged up the wall and then hooked from the ceiling so they dangle above each night stand. As for the actual source, I’m not sure where they’re from (although if you scroll up Stacie might have provided that info above). If not, maybe she’ll stop in with that info soon.

      xo,
      s

  43. Avatar for Ann NoelAnn Noel says

    March 24, 2010 at 4:59 pm

    Love this room… can you tell me if the bed is a queen size or king size…
    Thanks so much….

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 24, 2010 at 5:02 pm

      We believe it’s a king sized bed. Feel free to correct us Stacie or Jeff!

      xo,
      s

  44. Avatar for AshleyAshley says

    March 24, 2010 at 6:58 pm

    Can you tell me where the cherry blossom art above the bed is purchased from??? so pretty!

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 24, 2010 at 7:10 pm

      It was a splurge from Crate & Barrel. Hope it helps!

      xo,
      s

  45. Avatar for Danielle WaltsDanielle Walts says

    March 24, 2010 at 10:35 pm

    Stacie’s rug in the AFTER bedroom is beautiful. Any idea where its from?

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 24, 2010 at 11:20 pm

      Yup, it’s the Moorish Tile Rug from Pottery Barn, but they no longer sell it so maybe you’ll have luck looking for it on ebay? Hope it helps!

      xo,
      s

  46. Avatar for LindseyLindsey says

    March 25, 2010 at 5:47 pm

    I love that chair! Do you know where she found it?

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 25, 2010 at 5:52 pm

      We think Stacie listed where she got that chair above, so just scroll back through the comments for that info. Hope it helps!

      xo,
      s

  47. Avatar for DreaDrea says

    June 5, 2010 at 5:27 pm

    I am a new viewer to your site and you guys have such a great vibe and very user friendly site. I am a television editor professionally but an interior designer in my heart. I am trying so hard to find a cool but not too sixties arc lamp like the one Stacie got. I haven’t seen where you got it. Can you tell me?
    ;-) Drea

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      June 5, 2010 at 5:51 pm

      CB2! Hope it helps!

      xo,
      s

  48. Avatar for AlliAlli says

    September 29, 2010 at 3:04 pm

    Hi,

    Your site was recommended on Ideal Home web page. Gotta say it’s added as a fave already and I particularly love these rooms. Just hope I can find the stuff to do it all here in England!
    x

    Reply
  49. Avatar for Elizabeth EvansElizabeth Evans says

    October 3, 2010 at 1:10 pm

    Hi there, where did you find the duvet cover? Love it.

    Thank you, Liz

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      October 3, 2010 at 1:17 pm

      Elizabeth – The duvet cover is from West Elm a few years ago. It’s discontinued now, but you might be able to find one on eBay.

      Mary – All of our extra pillows sit piled in the leather chair on the other side of the room when not on the bed. Since we don’t sit in the chair all that much, they’ve never really been in the way over there.

      -John

  50. Avatar for AshleyAshley says

    November 23, 2010 at 4:38 pm

    I LOVE the paint color. Can you tell me what you used?

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      November 23, 2010 at 4:41 pm

      It’s Sand White by Glidden.

      xo,
      s

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