Boys' Bathroom: Before and After

When we started our major remodeling project nearly one year ago, the first thing we addressed on the inside of the house was the boys' bathroom. We didn't change any walls or plumbing locations. We did gut the room completely (including a new window) and start from scratch.
We chose an oversized, soft white subway tile on the walls and shower/tub area and we went with a classic one inch black & white square tile for the floor. The fixtures are polished chrome and polished nickel. The counter tops are honed Carrera marble. You can see the transformation below!

The hardware is from Restoration Hardware. The sconces are from Potter Barn. The plumbing fixtures are by Moen. The medicine cabinets are from Pottery Barn. The bowed shower rod is from Moen. The paint is Wickham Gray by Benjamin Moore. The vanity was custom made.

So, how do you like it? I love it! I still have a little artwork to hang. I'm considering enlarging some vacation photos and have them printed in black & white. That should give it a personal touch. I think I've covered all the details and provided links when I can. If I've missed something, let me know in the comments!

Stay tuned for the Master Bathroom reveal and eventually the kitchen reveal! I still have a little painting left in that room. I have already shown the kitchen on my Instagram account, but I'll be putting together a before/after post here as well.

Cheers,
-Patti

Navy Blue Master Bedroom

This week our painters were here to paint the master bedroom. We've had a creamy white bedroom since we moved in in 2001. Although I did paint our bedroom once, I really only reinforced the builder's vanilla walls. Back then I had two kids under the age of 4 and I honestly couldn't find enough energy to focus on a big change.

With a major remodel taking place, and "real" painters doing the work, I decided to really go for it! My husband and I both love Martha's Vineyard, Cape Cod and the styling of quaint New England coastal towns. So with that in mind, my hubby suggested navy blue walls. This might seem too bold for a master bedroom, but I was up for the challenge! I decided upon Benjamin Moore #1629 "Bachelor Blue". My master bathroom is Benjamin Moore "Rock Gray", so I knew I wanted a deep blue that would coordinate with the bathroom, but not be an exact match. I'm thrilled with the way it came out. The white mouldings and trim really pop against the blue walls. And since Bachelor Blue has quite a bit of grey in it, our grey linen bed looks great against the walls.

I can hardly wait to pull in new side tables, mirrors, lights etc. I'm not going to rush it. Part of the fun is the process! I'll leave you with a little sample of the wall change as well as some inspiration photos I've collected on Pinterest.

As you can see, we need to install door knobs. They've been selected. I posted a photo on Instagram of the style I chose. Classic glass knob on an oil-rubbed bronze rosette (back plate). The bathrooms will have polished nickel rosettes.

That's all for tonight. I really wanted to get today's post up earlier, but I've been working on a few custom designs! I'm looking forward to sharing those details as well. Wishing you all a lovely Thursday (what's left of it).

xo
-Patti

It's Just A Little Paint

We'll have lived in our home for 12 years, as of January 31. I was feeling like I needed a change but didn't want to spend a ton of money. Paint is always the answer, right? If you follow me on Twitter and Instagram, you might have seen some of these photos. I thought for fun I'd post the "before & after" photos all together. I love how dramatic a paint change can be!

We started with a warm golden color on the walls. It was nice. I liked it, but I wanted an update.

The new color is "Storm" by Benjamin Moore.

The color looks great in day light or evening light.

Even though it's a "cool" tone, I still think the room is warm.

I've been wanted to change the honey oak banisters since the day we moved in!

Finally... Now they're stained Espresso.

And the back stairway, which features a family wall, looks great with the grey color.

It's amazing what a little paint will do for a room. Feels so fresh and new! 

I painted my studio as well. I'll share those photos next week. I still need to hang a few things.

So what do you think? Paint is good, yes? It's such an easy way to change a look. And this was done over the course of 5 workdays. Not too long to live in chaos (though it feels that way at the time).

If you've done some sprucing up using paint or stain, let me know about it! Do you have before/after photos on your blog or on Pinterest perhaps? Give me a link in the comments below. Happy Painting!

xoxo

Patti