The Great Guest Room Re-Do Continues....

So what happens when you get a bed, a side table, new bedding, some curtains, and some throw pillows? Are you finished? Does it feel like you would want to camp out in there? How do we know when it is too much….or…..not enough?

Below are a few great before and after photos of the guest room. I removed the shutters from the windows - they were “cute” but not functional and once I removed them, the room really opened up. I searched hi and low for a bed that was comfy, but not too formal and it had to be a neutral color. Important to find a larger piece that is neutral just in case you want to change colors down the road. Keeps you from having to spend more money on a new bed! I found this mid-century gem on Wayfair. It came quickly, and was easy to put together, and it looks perfect! Since the bed is a low profile bed, it does not require a box spring so that saved me some money on the mattress. You can buy low profile box springs - they are a great option if you are wanting more support to your mattress.

I found a couple of great lighting options for the room. The floor lamp I snagged at Lowes (believe if or not!) and I stumbled across the table lamp at Target. I could have also gone with wall sconces on either side of the bed. In this smaller size of a room, wall sconces are a great idea. They tend to be much cheaper, come in many styles, and are a great space saver!

I will admit the I stole that side table from my daughters’ room (I know…just trying to be thrifty) but I am currently searching for a more colorful and slightly larger side table. The accent wall behind the bed is a great contrast for the room and warms up the small space. Don’t be afraid to go bold in a bedroom! This color makes me happy but also makes me want to cuddle up under the covers.

Some items still on my wish list for this room include; a great upholstered bench or chair, a couple of floating shelves, and that great artwork that I have been searching for above the bed. Add a succulent or 2 and some fresh flowers in a stylish vase and the room can be complete. You can have style without spending a fortune! Use what you already have and it can lower the cost which makes more room for the fun stuff!

Cheers to the upcoming holidays and those anxiously awaiting visits and extended stays with their loved ones. Make your guest room extra special this year! Maybe even add a small Christmas tree or pine smelling candle for that added touch. Which ever way you choose to delight your guests, creating a warm, and cozy room helps make their stay a little more like home.