Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Garage Bedroom Progress: Slow and Steady Wins the Race

Hello friends!  I hope the new year finds you well.  It's been a few weeks since my last post.  I've had my hands full, but I'm here today with a few updates.

I started journaling again.  The writing prompts really help to jump start my brain.  Having a dedicated space encourages me to write.  Mentally, I feel much better after writing down my thoughts.

We've made some progress since our garage conversion.  Decorating a new room is certainly a process.

With so many options, it takes time to find the right pieces.

We created a budget and decided to begin with a few key furniture pieces.  I don't want the rooms in my house to feel matchy-matchy or trendy.  
  
In my bedroom I'm using a gray color scheme with wood, metal, glass and different neutral textures to organically create a look of my own.

Since choosing darker furniture, I decided to keep things bright and airy with white accessories.

I added color through books and artwork.

My goal is to create a space my family and I can be proud of.  A room that my husband and I can relax in at the end of our day.  We still have so much more to do to make the room feel complete; a DIY project for the window seat, exterior shutters and window boxes.  We're getting there slowly, as we piece the room together.  

*Thank you all so much for following along as we complete our project.  I'm truly grateful for each of you being here.    

27 comments:

  1. It's already a space to be proud of Brandi! The colors are so soothing. Your picture ledge and artwork is wonderful. The little pic of your son is perfection.

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  2. A room looks best if collected over time, I so agree! Love what you have chosen so far.

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  3. Looks like you are well on your way! I love the personal touches that make a home unique. Can't wait to see how it all turns out!

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  4. Your rooms look wonderful, and I agree about it being a work in progress.

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  5. Oh isn't this room awesome - I am so excited for you, Brandi! Everything is really taking shape - so far your choices are perfect. I am looking forward to seeing all the progress continue, yay! : - )

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  6. I love the way it's coming together, Brandi! You're doing an awesome job!

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  7. It looks great, Brandi. I can't wait to see the finished room. Enjoy the process!

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  8. Loving the progress so far! Cant wait to see more.

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  9. You're doing a great job Brandi. The space is really coming together!

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  10. So get your price list ready so that when we move into our next home you can come decorate. I love this!

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  11. Gorgeous photos of your progress, Brandi. How exciting!!! Don't forget vintage shops, sometimes one can find an inexpensive item for that last small detail . xoxo Su

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  12. It is all coming together beautifully, Brandi! I love your color palette - so soft and serene. It's going to be a wonderful space for a lovely family. xx Karen

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  13. Hi Brandi, Looks like everything is coming together so perfectly. I love the color choices you are using creating a peace and calm space. Love the ledge of artwork.
    Enjoy the process. xo

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  14. Loving the dark furniture with the softer wall color and art. Very Nice :)

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  15. This is so exciting! Everything looks amazing. I love the color scheme you've chosen and it's beautiful Brandi! GREAT JOB!

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  16. Brandi!

    You are the best!

    Greetings

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  17. Your room is so airy and relaxing- I love it. I agree though, it is a process. We are in the process of painting our entire house and picking new lighting and I agree it is difficult with all of the choices out there. First world problems!!

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  18. Where did you find your lamps? They are beautiful!

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    1. Hi Amy! Thank you so much. I purchased the lamps from Overstock.com
      They're the- ABBYSON LIVING Gourd White Ceramic Table Lamps.

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  19. What a beautiful space! Just lovely. - Dawn/Annapolady

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  20. I would never guess that was a converted garage! Is it the tall moulding that tricks the ye?

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  21. Brandi this space is coming together so beautifully! I love your bed and that gorgeous metal and glass piece is so pretty, love the shape of the top!

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  22. I like what you've done so far, Brandi. It seems very serene. Great transformation. xo

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  23. I love the progress Brandi and can't wait to see it all done! Where did you get that fabulous etagere?

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  24. Wow, in my blog absence I missed this renovation! I am going to have to go back and read all about it. This space looks amazing! I love your spa like color choices. It all looks so beautiful and calming.

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  25. Take your time and have fun decorating this beautiful space! I know it's going to be fabulous!

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