What can I do to change up this room? The headboards and ceiling ligh

9 years ago

My son moved out into his own apartment and I have not really done anything to this room. I can leave it for now or completely change the look. Thoughts?

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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID

9 years ago

Three things I would change:
1. I would remove the mirror from behind the lamp.
2. I would paint the bed wall the mustard tone of the throws at the foot of the bed.
3. Move both beds closer to the chest that is between them so that the rug meets the edge of the beds.
It's a lovely bedroom!

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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
9 years ago
I don't think you need artwork there. You could select a lamp that might be better for reading in bed, and with a bigger lampshade. Would there be space for the current lamp on the black console if the mirror were off center over the console?
leelee
9 years ago
Three mirrors on the same wall is overkill. Move the mirror in the middle to another room.

The room looks nice and super neat but not all that functional.

The beds don't have nightstands with a light on each--that seems basic. If you're planning to use this room for guests those small details could be changed.
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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
9 years ago
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Yes, Leelee addresses the reason why I want you to pull the beds closer to the chest that is between them, and that's to give them each access to not only the chest, but also to the light from a new, larger lamp. Whether the light from a new lamp would be sufficient for reading for both of them, I don't know.
Maureen
9 years ago
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Could be fun to wallpaper the back wall. When you move beds closer to each other, I would lower the mirrors over them as well (with nothing in the middle). [houzz=
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DMarie
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9 years ago
Ok, third mirror is going for sure. The beds will be moved closer together as well as a new lamp for the small chest. I originally had two of those same lamps on either side of the small chest for the guests to each have their own. I could move it back or just get a new larger one. I like the wallpaper idea. Is the pattern ok since there is not a lot of pattern in the room otherwise?
Maureen
9 years ago
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A golden color grasscloth might be a good choice then.
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Natalie
9 years ago
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Hi---Wallpaper the wall behind headboards...
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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
9 years ago
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I love the idea of Maureen's yellow and white geometric wallpaper except for how it competes with the rug. So I think you're right, DMarie, that it would be too much pattern.
I hope you'll lower the mirrors when you rehang them, as Maureen suggested.
DMarie
Original Author
9 years ago
If I were to not go with the yellow accent wall, is there a shade of gray that would work instead? I am agreeing that a patterned wallpaper may conflict with the current accent rug. I will definitely lower the two mirrors if you all can help with how much I should lower them.
DMarie
Original Author
9 years ago
Gray walls or shade of golden yellow or no color paint change for accent wall?
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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
9 years ago
There might be a shade of gray that would work, but I believe that gray will be retiring in 3 to 4 years, so for longevity purposes, I would go with white on 3 walls and a yellow that matches your pillows on the bed wall.
DMarie
Original Author
9 years ago
Ok, I found Sherwin Williams Anjou Pear SW 6381 in a Matte finish. What do you think? I like that it is not a bright yellow.
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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
9 years ago
Anjou Pear should work nicely, but just to make sure before you paint the entire wall, please paint a poster board with 2 coats and examine it in different lighting conditions to make sure it will go well with the existing colors. Yes, the sample jugs are not in a flat finish but if you like the sample, then you'll buy the rest of the paint in a flat finish.
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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
9 years ago
I don't know, DMarie, what color the existing walls are, but if they are beige or somewhat close to beige, they will probably look dirty next to the new paint. That's why I mentioned painting the other 3 walls white.
DMarie
Original Author
9 years ago
Yes, I agree. The walls are currently a soft off white, but not a bright white. Would it be better to change out the pillow covers and throws to a different accent color?
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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
9 years ago
That depends on whether you really want to change colors. An off white can work while I don't think beige would. Do you have the paint can so that you can tell us what brand and color of off white it is? If not, perhaps you could hold the pillow up next to it and take a photo so that we can see the difference.
DMarie
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9 years ago
https://www.jossandmain.com/Look-of-the-Week-Daniella-Pillow-in-Summer-Lime-%28Set-of-2%29~FV51470~E13612.html. Here is a new color scheme thought....
DMarie
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9 years ago
https://www.jossandmain.com/Look-of-the-Week-Sidra-Rug-in-Green~FV48162~E13612.html
Ann
9 years ago
Posting to follow. It's a very nice room. I'm really liking Carolyn's suggestions.
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DMarie
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9 years ago
https://www.jossandmain.com/Look-of-the-Week-Turner-Throw~YA33804~E13612.html
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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
9 years ago
It does appear, DMarie that you're ready for a new look! Would you want to consider a wallpaper for the bed wall, in lime and white? I'll bet that Maureen or another nice houzzer could find some choices for you. Then you could hold off on the rug until the wallpaper has been selected.
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DMarie
Original Author
9 years ago
Thanks Carolyn. I need to take a little time to know if I am committed to the yellow. The yellow and gray color scheme was never a favorite of mine, but I can hold off a while and keep it, but don't think I can have a yellow wall. I have always been a neutral with a pop of color person, but I am trying to think out of the box. I want to keep the look fresh and updated too. Hmmm I will take a photo of the offwhite walls next to the pillows for now. I will also go check out the name of the color and make.
DMarie
Original Author
9 years ago
I took the advice and moved the beds closer together and repositioned the mirrors over the beds to be lower. I moved the larger mirror to the opposite wall over a console. I brought in another lamp for the middle chest to be more functional for each guest. I moved two smaller tables on the other side of each bed as well. I have two small ottomans on order to go on either side of the console to bring in the yellow. The walls are the same. Any other suggestions?
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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
9 years ago
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Have you tried reading in bed with those lamps? Give it a try and if it works, fine. If not, change to one taller lamp or install a wall mounted swing arm lamp on the far side of each bed, or try one taller, bigger table lamp between them.

While I love your layering of accessories on the console, I think you have too many items.
I'd remove the small vase and maybe the small frame.

On the small gray table, I'd remove the book and maybe the pear too. Your guests will need space for their things.
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DMarie
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9 years ago
Excellent, I just made those changes and agree. I I were to go with one larger to replace the two, would you suggest a particular one? I am unsure of what color lamp and shade etc. I also like the idea of one taller or larger lamp between the two, very interesting.
Maureen
9 years ago
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I think the two lamps look odd on the one table and other lamp on the console looks a bit too large. Could you try exchanging them (and a few of the accessories so everything fits on each). You will though have a spare lamp. If concerned for guests reading with low lighting, you could just purchase a light that fastens onto a book, for their convenience. From a decorative perspective room looks lovey, but when you have guests, you may have to remove some of the items so they have room to place some of their things.
DMarie
Original Author
9 years ago
Here is with the suggested lamps switched out.
crosswired
9 years ago
I love the room, especially the changes, but the round mirrors above the beds seem..out of place. Too small and..Meh. Have you found anything you like to go there instead?
DMarie
Original Author
9 years ago
Well, I did find a couple of art prints. Would that look better than the mirrors?
DMarie
Original Author
9 years ago
The mirrors were not that costly, so I could easily replace and am very open to suggestions. Keep the great thoughts coming!
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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
9 years ago
I love the round mirrors over the beds! They make the space!
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DMarie
Original Author
9 years ago
I will keep them Carolyn! I trust your experience. Thank you for the suggestions. My only other thought has me thinking of a large horizontal stripe of black or yellow or gray to the walls, large enough to make a statement, but hopefully not to make it too busy.
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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
9 years ago
When you read in bed, you usually read sitting up a bit, or leaning back against pillows. The light from the lamp needs to be above you and the beautiful lamp with the black shade looks too short to provide light above you. A larger version of it would be lovely and a white shade would give you more light. So maybe you need to look for a mercury glass or hammered silver lamp with a white shade and put the lamp with the black shade back on the console.
DMarie
Original Author
9 years ago
Do you like any of these possibilities to change out the bedside lamp? Going with taller and lighter shade,
Ann
9 years ago
I like the third one (double gourd). It's a good size.
Andrea Rivas Hernandez
9 years ago
I love it!! Don't change it
Ann
9 years ago
I'm thinking the two small lamps might even be too small for the black table too. I liked a larger single lamp, more like before.
Natalie
9 years ago
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erinsean
9 years ago
I agree with the person that did not like the two mirrors over the bed...look too small and a little lost. I would rather see flat wrought iron pieces above each bed (to go with your colors). Like the first lamp best
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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
9 years ago
I like the 2nd and 3rd table lamps between the beds, or 2 swing arm wall lamps mounted to left of left bed and to right of right bed.
DMarie
Original Author
9 years ago
Ok, getting some clarity and consensus, yeah! I will move the large mercury lamp back onto the console with the black shade and keep the double gourd lamp on the bedside table with the light shade. I will look into swing lamps that plug in versus being installed as sconces so it is less permanent (may change around in the future as family needs change). Will that work?
Ann
9 years ago
I don't think you need swing arm lamps mounted on the outsides of the beds in addition to the double gourd lamp. I'd choose one option or the other and I rather like the double gourd lamp (especially since you already own it:).
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Ann
9 years ago
Also, I think the wall could get a bit busy with swing arm lamps. I'm a fan of the round mirrors and would hate to see additional stuff nearby that begins to compete with the round mirrors.
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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
9 years ago
It's an either or situation: either the lamp between the beds or a swing arm lamp on each of the side walls.
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DMarie
Original Author
9 years ago
Staying with the double gourd lamp since I already have it. Ok, then no wallpaper or paint on the walls? No curtains?
Nancy Walton
9 years ago
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DMarie
Original Author
9 years ago
Nancy, your comment did not come through...thanks.
Nancy Walton
9 years ago
That's because I just wanted to follow the thread!
Nancy Walton
9 years ago
I like the idea of the yellow/gold wall behind the beds. Give it some pizazz!
marcibg
9 years ago
I love it! No need to change :)
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