Now that the board and batten is finished in our living room, I cant stop dreaming about the way I want to style the rest of the room. It probably doesn't help that since i'm still on maternity leave, I currently spend 80% of my day in the living room, leaving lots of time to let my mind drift. Since I don't have the luxury of doing everything all at once (time, money, energy etc.) I thought it would be fun to put together all of my ideas for the space on a mood board while I wait. Though Pinterest is a good way of doing this, a mood board allows you to see everything grouped together in a way that Pinterest doesn't.
Since we have lived in this space for a few years now, and almost two of those with a baby (now toddler!), I have a pretty good idea of what we need, and what I want to make this space function at it's maximum potential all while feeling comfortable and welcoming. Our house is small so this space is the most lived in out of the whole house. In addition to it being the main gathering place, it also works as a play room for our daughter. All things to take into account when finding pieces for this space.
Okay, time for some fun! Here are the things I feel are important for this space:
Since we have lived in this space for a few years now, and almost two of those with a baby (now toddler!), I have a pretty good idea of what we need, and what I want to make this space function at it's maximum potential all while feeling comfortable and welcoming. Our house is small so this space is the most lived in out of the whole house. In addition to it being the main gathering place, it also works as a play room for our daughter. All things to take into account when finding pieces for this space.
Okay, time for some fun! Here are the things I feel are important for this space:
1. New, light blocking curtains.
We currently have some of IKEA's VIVAN curtains hanging over bamboo blinds. Neither of the two do a good job at blocking out light, so at nighttime it's easy to see into our home, even when they are both closed. I love the look of these curtains from Target and the Navy option would be perfect for our space.
2. Some type of secondary seating.
We currently have a very large, brown, rocker/recliner in the room. It was a piece that was given to us when we first moved in, and while it has certainly served its purpose, it's seen better days. And to be honest, it just doesn't fit in the space anymore both physically and aesthetically. I want something that isn't so small that would be uncomfortable to sit in but it still needs to fit in the space better than the chair that is currently there, the fabric should be durable - either washable or some type of faux leather and it needs to be affordable. I've looked online, but this might be one item I need to see in person first.
3. Console table
I want to place some type of console table along the wall that the board and batten is on. I would place some lamps on it (we currently only have one light in this room), and I'd like to be able to have some baskets stored below it to house some of Lola's toys when she isn't playing with them. I've looked all over the internet and havent found a table that would work for the space that doesn't cost over $150. I am thinking about just making one. I really like the plans for this one from Ana White's website
4. Art for the walls.
5. Lamps for the console table.
6. New, neutral throw pillows.
7. A few new throw blankets with a pop of color, i'm thinking yellow.
8. A pouf/ottoman for the new chair (assuming that it isn't a recliner)
9. End tables - next to couch and chair
I really like the look of ceramic garden stools and i'm hoping i can find a great end of season deal on one!
I really love the way everything looks together. I'm sure some things will change between now and whenever I start getting the pieces for this space, but for now this is the look i'm going for. I can't wait for this room to finally feel like home :) Let me know your thoughts. Have you seen any good accent chairs for an affordable price?
We currently have some of IKEA's VIVAN curtains hanging over bamboo blinds. Neither of the two do a good job at blocking out light, so at nighttime it's easy to see into our home, even when they are both closed. I love the look of these curtains from Target and the Navy option would be perfect for our space.
2. Some type of secondary seating.
We currently have a very large, brown, rocker/recliner in the room. It was a piece that was given to us when we first moved in, and while it has certainly served its purpose, it's seen better days. And to be honest, it just doesn't fit in the space anymore both physically and aesthetically. I want something that isn't so small that would be uncomfortable to sit in but it still needs to fit in the space better than the chair that is currently there, the fabric should be durable - either washable or some type of faux leather and it needs to be affordable. I've looked online, but this might be one item I need to see in person first.
3. Console table
I want to place some type of console table along the wall that the board and batten is on. I would place some lamps on it (we currently only have one light in this room), and I'd like to be able to have some baskets stored below it to house some of Lola's toys when she isn't playing with them. I've looked all over the internet and havent found a table that would work for the space that doesn't cost over $150. I am thinking about just making one. I really like the plans for this one from Ana White's website
4. Art for the walls.
5. Lamps for the console table.
6. New, neutral throw pillows.
7. A few new throw blankets with a pop of color, i'm thinking yellow.
8. A pouf/ottoman for the new chair (assuming that it isn't a recliner)
9. End tables - next to couch and chair
I really like the look of ceramic garden stools and i'm hoping i can find a great end of season deal on one!
I really love the way everything looks together. I'm sure some things will change between now and whenever I start getting the pieces for this space, but for now this is the look i'm going for. I can't wait for this room to finally feel like home :) Let me know your thoughts. Have you seen any good accent chairs for an affordable price?