Description
After having three boys I was BEYOND excited to design a nursery for my little girl, but I still didn't want to go over the top frou frou. The rest of our house is a nice mix of modern and classic so I wanted to make sure the room would flow while at the same time providing Annabel (and me!) with one place that was undeniably feminine. What started out as a purely modern project morphed slightly into a mix between mid-century modern and 60's Boudoir style, and I absolutely love the way it turned out.
Design Inspiration
The genesis of this room was the amazing Tres Tintas Hexagono wallpaper which I first spotted in a Novogratz-designed gym in the lilac colorway a few years back. I had been waiting and waiting for the right opportunity to use that paper so when I found out we were expecting a girl I went to order it right away. It turned out that the lilac had been discontinued since I first saw it and was sold out at every single retailer worldwide which sent me back to the drawing board. I started looking for something similar in purple but kept coming back to the large-scale geometric pattern of the Tres Tintas so when I realized they also carried it in silver, I was sold and the room just took off from there.
Decorating Style
Modern (doesn't everybody say that now?) with a mix of classic and bohemian finds. I LOVE mixing patterns and colors together to give each room it's own distinct personality with lots and lots of color.
Project Details
Tres Tintas Hexagono wallpaper: http://shop.vanillawood.com/item/hexagono-wallpaper
Monte Joya rocker in charcoal: http://www.landofnod.com/joya-rocker-charcoal/f8462?seo=1&
Target Floor Pillow (ottoman): http://www.target.com/p/upstate-linen-floor-pillow-gray/-/A-14200737#prodSlot=medium_1_3&term=floor%20pillow
Upholstered Cornice Board & X-Bench, both custom designed by an AMAZING Etsy seller: http://www.etsy.com/shop/livenUPdesign
Silver curtains hanging behind cornice board: found on clearance in Bed, Bath & Beyond
Silver Tray on Top of X-Bench: http://www.westelm.com/products/large-rectangle-lacquer-trays-c348/?pkey=e%7Ctray%7C30%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C6&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-
Purple frame on x-bench: Home Goods
Frames above crib (sold unfinished, assorted sizes and shapes): http://www.etsy.com/listing/114175069/ready-to-ship-8x10-whimsical-picture?ref=sr_gallery_1&sref=sr_01f65b80456ac817a6ccd403ce64db93590350e6cb5b0b52ebb891353ea56f8d_1353010868_14111731_frame&ga_search_query=unfinished+frames&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_search_type=all
Shadow box (above crib): Home Goods
Framed birth announcement (in grey): https://www.etsy.com/transaction/92008343
Canvas photo birth announcement: http://www.trendypeas.com/shop/custom-photo-canvas/
Photo canvas: Canvaspeople.com
Cherry blossom branch decal: http://www.etsy.com/listing/99729548/nursery-wall-decals-baby-contemporary?ref=usr_faveitems
Custom wooden bird bookends: http://www.etsy.com/listing/96778835/wooden-bird-bookends-matches-pottery?ref=usr_faveitems
Floating wall shelves: http://www.target.com/p/white-dolle-shelving-big-boy-35-5-x10-x2/-/A-13330049#prodSlot=medium_1_1&term=floating%20wall%20shelves
Acrylic stool (used as a side table with a small white tray on top): http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Alec-Acrylic-Stool-End-Table/2929529/product.html
White tray on top of stool: http://www.westelm.com/products/square-lacquer-trays-c346/?pkey=e%7Ctray%7C30%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C1&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-
Frames and vase on shelves: Home Goods finds
Dresser (used as changing table also): http://www.westelm.com/products/niche-6-drawer-dresser-f974/?pkey=e%7Cniche%7C6%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C1&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-
Mirror over dresser: http://www.homedecorators.com/P/Gilbert_Wall_Mirror/450/
Lamp base: Target in store
Lamp shade (custom design with Joel Dewberry Aviary 2 fabric): http://www.etsy.com/shop/illuminatingdesignsK?ref=seller_info
Ubbi Diaper Pail (in purple): http://www.diapers.com/p/ubbi-diaper-pail-purple-463962?site=CA&utm_source=cse&utm_medium=cpc_D&utm_term=PH-183&utm_campaign=Google&CAWELAID=1399634376&utm_content=pla&cagpspn=pla&ci_kw=%7Bkeyword%7D
Custom monogrammed pillow (in crib): https://www.etsy.com/transaction/97789905
Crib: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Baby-Mod-Olivia-3-in-1-Crib-Amber-and-White/8810319?findingMethod=rr
Woven felt toy basket: http://www.westelm.com/products/woven-felt-baskets-c545/?pkey=e%7Cfelt%2Bbasket%7C3%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C1&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-
Purple chandelier: http://www.totallyfurniture.com/af-lighting-8353-4h.html
All bedding made from Joel Dewberry Aviary 2 fabric in lilac
Favorite Items
It's so hard to say just one favorite thing because there are so many things in there I love but if I had to narrow it down, I'd say the wallpaper. The whole room was built around that striking geometric print and I love the statement it makes when you walk through Annie's door.
Advice
Don't be afraid to mix and match lots of patterns and colors. A big, bold geometric print can be balanced really well by smaller, delicate florals and the end result is both striking and calming - perfect for a little baby and easy to transition as she gets older! I like to stick with a palette of two or three main colors and then pepper in some bright accents, the end result being a room my little girl will hopefully love to grow up in!
Katie and Kassi Designs
Tuesday 4th of December 2012
If you would like to have your bedding made by this exact designer, please visit www.katieandkassidesigns.com....have a great day and beautiful nursery
Felix
Tuesday 20th of November 2012
you are NUMERO UNO!!!
PN_Sabrina
Saturday 17th of November 2012
congratulations on being one of our favorites projects of the week! the room is beautiful.
Renee
Saturday 17th of November 2012
Thank you so much, Sabrina! I was thrilled to see the room get nominated! I sound like Sally Field now, but really, I was! :)
kelly
Saturday 17th of November 2012
great job! It's beautiful!!!
Renee
Saturday 17th of November 2012
Thank you, Kelly! I appreciate the compliment!
Kimberly
Friday 16th of November 2012
Beautiful room! I love the wallpaper.
Renee
Saturday 17th of November 2012
Thank you so much, Kimberly! The wallpaper is my favorite part too!!