Psst- We did it. We survived hosting our very first Christmas dinner at our house. So of course Sherry’s hyper and giddy about sharing all of the photos and details next week (we’re spending the rest of the week with the family, but we’re dropping in with a little post today and another one for you tomorrow too). Hope you’re all enjoying the holiday!
When it comes to Reader Redesign submissions, sometimes it’s the room pictures that really get me, sometimes it’s the story behind the room, and sometimes it’s both. That’s why we loved the tale Julia and Chris’s studio tells… and the result is pretty sweet too. Here’s her letter: Hey John and Sherry, I wanted to share the studio we finished in our home. When our little family of three moved into our house last April, we had plans to turn the third upstairs bedroom (a seriously creepy and outdated nursery) into a second nursery for a second child.
After over a year and a half of no-such-luck in the baby department, we decided to open the door to the stale room and turn the room into a useable space that we could enjoy right now–a studio for me with room for our little girl, Greta, to “work” in too.
Over the course of a month and a half, we painted the walls a crisp white and the ceiling a lively turquoise. We changed the light fixture and the floor covering and the window treatments (which are actually two tapestries from Urban Outfitters) to inject life into this room.
What used to be a sad reminder of what we were wanting in our lives, became a beyond happy and exciting experience for our little family and the friends who cheered us on. One of the last projects I did was DIY a 3D quote on the wall that encompassed what this room represented, and our new mantra: “Be Open To Whatever Comes Next.”
Next on our agenda is having a picnic lunch right on the floor in here–we love it that much. Thanks for all that you do and your constant and daily inspiration! -Julia
I don’t say this very often about a room – but I think my favorite things about it are the ceiling and the floor. The color on the ceiling turns the whole space happy while the FLOR tiles below feel downright cozy. If you want more info on Chris & Julia’s makeover, hit up their blog for extra photos, sources, and links to the various DIY projects involved. And a big thanks to them for sending the inspiration our way! What about you guys? Do you have any favorite parts?
Tyra says
Obsessing over the 3D quote.
Destiny says
This is one of my favorite reader re-designs that you’ve shared because both the room and the story are good. I love the positivity, and the amazing 3D wall!
Kirsten says
I love the story and love the room. <3 Great feature ;)
Gretchen says
I love that the walls and the quote are white while the tapestries and ceiling paint give the room a pop of color. Beautifully done!
Kelly McK says
Love it! So what is Sherry’s favorite part? :) I’d have to say mine is the 3-D art, if not the fun turquoise ceiling!
YoungHouseLove says
Yes, I love the story and that inspiring quote most of all! And those window tapestries are awesome.
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Aoife says
Beautiful. We also have a baby room which sits empty and can be a painful reminder everyday of what we are missing in our lives. I will have to make an effort in the new year to turn the room into something which will make my heart sing every time I walk past it.
Kris Robitzsch says
That chalk table is very smart.
Emelia says
GREAT room and inspiring story! Where is the light fixture from? I’ve been looking for one just like that everywhere and I can’t seem to find one big enough! Thanks.
YoungHouseLove says
I think if you hop over to her blog she has that info! Hope it helps.
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ellis says
Love Chris and Julia’s blog. Definitely think the quote wall makes it for me. Obsessed.
mp says
I love the 3D wall saying so much I’ve scribbled it down and am hanging it my home office!
Gwenalyn says
Beautiful room! I can’t pick a favorite part! It’s all great. :)
Allison says
Great example of re-design… of a room and of a perspective on a situation! Inspiring on many levels.
Nicole says
I feel like my ugly room with ceiling wallpaper from last owner and dated closet door have hope after reading this article. Any suggestion of hiding ceiling wallpaper on a college student budget?
YoungHouseLove says
Anyone have ideas for Nicole? If you own you can probably remove it the cheapest (takes time, but can be close to free- just google around for ways to remove it). You’ll probably spend more covering it up, but you could hand beadboard over it or even some fun tin :)
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Jacelyn says
Big props to Julia! I have a room like this, simply partially full of boxes and waiting for someone to enter our lives and fill it. I think she just inspired me to love what I have and do something to this room! Thanks for posting their room!