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Master Bedroom Refresh: REVEAL

The master bedroom refresh is finally complete. I’ve been sharing most, if not all, of the steps along the way and it’s been an exciting journey.  I’m thrilled with the result and today I’m ready to share all the nooks + crannies of the room.  Ready? Let’s go…

Master Bedroom Refresh {REVEAL} : Room transformation with inexpensive solutions + DIY projects! You will surely be INSPIRED!

Where it all began…

The Creative Vision Board.  The idea + direction for the master bedroom refresh…

Creative Vision Board for Master Bedroom Refresh. Love the ideas seen here? See the actual space by clicking through...

The bedroom took on a new life with an inexpensive upgrade to the bed wall.  Before, all of the walls with the exception of the bed wall, were painted Berkshire Beige when we moved into the house.  The bed wall was painted Texas Leather which is slightly darker, but with all the light that filters in from the large windows, the contrast wasn’t enough.

To really add some depth and contrast to the bed wall, I started out the refresh by going to the dark side and painting the wall a deep chocolate hue called Brownstone by Benjamin Moore.

Master Bedroom Refresh {REVEAL} : Room transformation with inexpensive solutions + DIY projects! You will surely be INSPIRED!

I had to start out the reveal with my favorite picture because it has my pretty kitty, Jessie.  She made her debut on the blog over a year ago when we finished the foyer floor. Hasn’t she grown so much?!  She’s the sweetest.

This is the area of the room that is to the left of the bed.  It had pictures before, but I rearranged them a bit to create a new and refreshened montage.  It’s amazing how a space can look so different using things you already own.

To put the collection together, I played around a little with the arrangement before adding nails to the wall…

Creating a photo montage - steps to putting it together.

I love the balance of pictures and meaningful (to us) quotes.

In this picture below, you can also see the contrast of the two paint colors.  The dark wall surely makes a statement!

Master Bedroom Refresh {REVEAL} : Room transformation with inexpensive solutions + DIY projects! You will surely be INSPIRED!

Master Bedroom Refresh {REVEAL} : Room transformation with inexpensive solutions + DIY projects! You will surely be INSPIRED!

The statement.  The focal point of the room.  THE BED!  With the surrounding new/updated elements, the bed takes on a completely new look and feels brand new, even though it’s 10 years old.  I love the look of fully upholstered beds instead of just a headboard.  It eliminates the need for a bedskirt and gives a higher-end look to the space.  Yes, upholstered beds (with fabric side rails) are slightly more expensive than just a headboard, but they’re totally worth the splurge.  That’s a place to spend the money!!!

Master Bedroom Refresh {REVEAL} : Room transformation with inexpensive solutions + DIY projects! You will surely be INSPIRED!

I feel like I sleep in luxury every night (and a few weekend afternoons) with my new bedding from Crane and Canopy.  We worked together on choosing the right look and feel for the room.  With the other vibrant colors (plum + citrine), the simpler Linden Gray Border bedding was the perfect compliment. Sleeping under this luxurious 400 thread count duvet is like heavenly bliss.  To be honest, it was difficult to choose a bedding style.  They’re entire collection is beautiful!

Master Bedroom Refresh {REVEAL} : Room transformation with inexpensive solutions + DIY projects! You will surely be INSPIRED!

The square canvas images above the bed are actually one collection purchased from Ikea years ago.  sorry, but I doubt they’re still available.  As with most rooms I design, I typically start with one element; one statement piece.  The art is ‘The Element’ that the rest of the room evolved around.  The plum pillow on the bed and the striped pillow on the chaise were purchased from Crate and Barrel years ago as well and they compliment the artwork perfectly.  The only new pillows are the citrine shams that I randomly found at Homegoods.  Of course I wasn’t looking for them at the time, but I am so thankful to have went with my gut because they make the room.  In the store, I really didn’t think the color was right, but once home, they were spot on with the hues of the artwork! #score

Master Bedroom Refresh {REVEAL} : Room transformation with inexpensive solutions + DIY projects! You will surely be INSPIRED!

Breaking up the matching furniture was key to making this room refresh a success.  The space before looked heavy with 4 large pieces of furniture all in a dark hue.  Something had to give.  Eliminating one of the nightstands so the 2 weren’t matchy-matchy, was a great solution.  I relocated the one nightstand to my office and brought in a new smaller, round table in a light gray color.  It makes such a  difference.

Master Bedroom Refresh : Room transformation with inexpensive solutions + DIY projects! You will surely be INSPIRED!

With the main wall going darker, other elements had to go lighter, which meant lots of white layers.  The new white velvet window treatments were the perfect compliment, but needed to be jazzed up.  My simple, inexpensive solution?  Add a decorative leading edge!  The update is incredible and the contrasting plum fabric frames the windows beautifully.

Master Bedroom Refresh {REVEAL} : Room transformation with inexpensive solutions + DIY projects! You will surely be INSPIRED!

Also in this area of the room are the new hanging pendant-turned-light and the revamped desk that was headed curbside. Both were fun projects and made this corner of the room so interesting…  so much more than before.

The desk is surely my most favorite furniture makeover to-date.  I love what the bright hue does for the space + I’m happy to have tried something new – Make Your Own Chalk Finish Paint!

Master Bedroom Refresh {REVEAL} : Room transformation with inexpensive solutions + DIY projects! You will surely be INSPIRED!

The pictures and artwork seen above the revamped desk are a new gallery montage I created and they continue across almost the entire wall, which is opposite of the bed wall.

This is what I wake up to and see every morning!

Master Bedroom Refresh {REVEAL} : Room transformation with inexpensive solutions + DIY projects! You will surely be INSPIRED!

Master Bedroom Refresh {REVEAL} : Room transformation with inexpensive solutions + DIY projects! You will surely be INSPIRED!

I love the new dress form that holds some of my pretty, colorful necklaces.  It brings such an elegant, feminine quality to the bedroom.

Master Bedroom Refresh {REVEAL} : Room transformation with inexpensive solutions + DIY projects! You will surely be INSPIRED!

Master Bedroom Refresh {REVEAL} : Room transformation with inexpensive solutions + DIY projects! You will surely be INSPIRED!

So do you want to know more details on what I purchased where?  Here are some resources:

Resources

Resources:
1. Wall Paint – Benjamin Moore Brownstone in flat
2. Artwork – Ikea, Collection of 3
3. Lamps – JCPenney
4. Wedding Song pillow (DIY project) + striped pillow from Crate and Barrel
5. Nightstand – part of a 4 piece collection purchased at a local store
6. Chaise – Crate and Barrel; item no longer available
7. Rug – Safavieh purchased on Joss and Main
8. Duvet – Linden Gray Border bedding from Crane and Canopy
9. Upholstered bed – Queen Colette Bed from Crate and Barrel
10. Citrine Shams – Homegoods
11. Bamboo Shades – Payless Decor
12. Deep plum pillow – Crate and Barrel
13. Drapes – white velvet panels from Lowes with custom edge detail (DIY project)

All the RESOURCES for the Master Bedroom Refresh {REVEAL} : Room transformation with inexpensive solutions + DIY projects! You will surely be INSPIRED!

14. Wall Paint – Benjamin Moore Berkshire Beige in flat
15. Lantern from World Market turned Light Fixture (DIY project)
16. Chair – Thrift store chair given new life with spray paint (DIY project)
17. Throw – Homegoods
18. Desk – Desk Makeover using Make-Your-Own chalk finish paint (DIY project)
19. Gallery Wall – Everything was repurposed from throughout my home; nothing new on the wall
20. Dresser – part of a 4 piece collection purchased at a local store
21. Lamp – Crate and Barrel; item no longer available
22. Silver Leaf Tray – Target
23. Dress form – Homegoods

And there you have it.  The master bedroom refresh {reveal} in it’s entirety.  Most of the space was revamped with new DIY creations and items from other rooms in my home.  A few new items that I didn’t have were seamlessly added to create a cohesive look.  I know it took a few weeks from start to finish, but thank you for following along on the ‘real’ timeline of my room refresh!

Master Bedroom: Picture Gallery Wall

One topic on the blog that I’ve shared inspiration on the most times, have received the most pins, and gets the most questions + comments, is creating a gallery wall.

Gallery walls are one of my most favorite design elements in a home because it tells so much.  Whether putting together a collection of a few large black and white family photos or creating a wall from wall edge to wall edge filled with colorful instagram images + momentos from your travels, a gallery wall is an expression of who you and your family are; truly the most important part of creating a meaningful home.

As the plans for my master bedroom were originally coming together, I knew I wanted to relocate the TV and create a gallery wall opposite of the bed.  The room just called for it.  It asked to have more photos.  I love being surrounded by photos, artwork, and elements that are most special to me.  In the bedroom, it makes the most sense.

Creating a gallery wall behind a TV + tips on how to implement your own gallery wall. So many ideas & inspiration on this blog!

The opposite of the bed used to have a large mirror (which was part of a bedroom matching set that I broke up) and the TV mounted to the side with a table underneath.  Very plain jane.  The space certainly didn’t reflect ‘us’.

Master Bedroom that didn't reflect 'us'

We removed the wall-mounted TV and the mirror, and placed the TV on top of the dresser.  The dresser, which is about 5′ long has a lot of surface space, so in addition to the TV, I added in one of my all-time favorite lamps that I hadn’t found the right home for since we moved here.   It’s a purchase from Crate and Barrel years ago and used to be in our previous home’s guest room.  I’m so happy to have found such a prominent place for it! #happygal

Gallery wall in progress

These two elements – the TV and the lamp – were the perfect size, and balance each other well.  The TV isn’t the focal point anymore and with the pictures that are about to be mounted on the wall, the TV will “disappear” and/or appear as just another frame on the wall.

As for the art / pictures on the wall, nothing was purchased.  ALL came from other areas around my home or my storage closet with all my extra goodies.  I wasn’t worried about the color of the frames or the images themselves, I just wanted only things that were important to us.  This is the wall we wake up to and see every morning…  It’s a great way to start the day (most days).

I don’t have too many in-progress pictures because I was so in-the-moment, but I started the gallery wall with the square mirror.  Part of it is actually behind the TV, so the TV overlaps it, which creates a shadow = depth.  Then I continued with the surrounding pictures – the square pictures above (Norman Rockwell prints) and the black and white Fallingwater image.

Gallery Wall Progress

As the wall continued, it started to take form, but it wasn’t smooth as butter.  Creating a gallery wall takes time, planning, and most likely a few mishaps before it’s just right!  Believe me, I didn’t snap my fingers and say Presto, to have it all complete in 5 minutes.  It definitely took a few days and a few moves.  As I’m working on a big project, especially something like a gallery wall, I like to do it and then take a step back to reflect.

Creating a successful gallery wall

After hanging most of the images and reflecting on it, I realized something was off.  Many of the frames were too in line and not overlapping enough.  To create a successfully balanced gallery wall, I feel it’s important to have a mix of larger and smaller pieces, along with them being staggered / overlapping.

I took a picture of why I didn’t feel this 1st attempt wasn’t right…

Creating a Gallery Wall around a TV

And take a look at the change after a few adjustments / moves…

Creating a gallery wall behind a TV by @Jenna_Burger, WWW.JENNABURGER.COM

Creating a gallery wall behind a TV by @Jenna_Burger, WWW.JENNABURGER.COM

Many of the pieces of art were given to me and a few are store-bought finds.

> The sepia image of the flower was in our previous powder room and purchased at Homegoods.  It’s actually part of a pair, but I broke them up.

> The black and white image above is a charcoal drawing of a house that the Mister drew.  He’s so talented!

> The pretty sunset image in the larger white frame to the right used to be in my daughter’s room, but I stole it 🙂

> Continuing to the right, the 2 square images are Norman Rockwell prints – Day in the Life of a Little Boy + Day in the Life of a Little Girl.  They remind us so much of our little kids.

Norman Rockwell Prints - Day in the Life of a Little Girl / Day in the Life of a Little Boy

More of the wall…

> To the right of the Norman Rockwell images is a black and white picture of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater that was gifted to my husband for his graduation.  We were both Architecture majors in college, so it means a lot to us.

> The gold framed image at the top is an oil painting of Paris gifted to me after my Mom and I took a trip there 10 years ago.

> The other gold framed oil painting is a random picture that was given to me from my parents (or maybe I just took it from their house – can’t remember)

> In the black frame below are my little boys handprints – my first mother’s day gift.

The rest of the wall…

Creating a gallery wall behind a TV by @Jenna_Burger, WWW.JENNABURGER.COM

> The white framed ballerina piece of art was recently given to me by the talented Donna Talley, stylist and producer for BHG.  She’s been a very special person in my life as of late!  She has provided me with some amazing opportunities.

> The other white framed image above is another charcoal work by my husband of Falling Water.

The wall in it’s entirety…

Creating a gallery wall behind a TV by @Jenna_Burger, WWW.JENNABURGER.COM

Now that I’ve shared the result of the entire wall, I thought it would be helpful to show you where I started (with the mirror #1) and how it took shape.

Laying out a Gallery Wall

Some tips for creating a gallery wall:

  • Start with one framed picture and continue laying out the wall off of it.  Laying out the gallery wall on the floor first can also be helpful.  I did that on this previous wall I created…

  • Stagger the framed pictures instead of laying them out in one line.
  • Overlap framed pictures to give depth.
  • Create balance with a variety of larger and small pictures

For more ideas + inspiration, visit this previous posts:

Creating a Photo Wall Display
Useful Ideas and Layouts to Create a Photo Gallery Wall
Ideas + Solutions for the Wall Behind the TV

If you want to check out my EASY tip on hanging a picture or artwork, check out this post:
The Best Tip to Hang a Picture

Let me show you the rest of the wall.

Creating a gallery wall behind a TV by @Jenna_Burger, WWW.JENNABURGER.COM

Creating a gallery wall behind a TV by @Jenna_Burger, WWW.JENNABURGER.COM

The view as we enter our bedroom with lots of beautiful light filtering in…

Creating a gallery wall behind a TV by @Jenna_Burger, WWW.JENNABURGER.COM

Creating a gallery wall behind a TV by @Jenna_Burger, WWW.JENNABURGER.COM

Creating a gallery wall behind a TV by @Jenna_Burger, www.sasinteriors.net

The before, in-progress, and after is pretty different.  I’m so happy with the transformation because it’s a space I created that truly reflects us!

Before, In-Progress, & After Gallery Wall

The gallery wall… the final project before the big reveal.

Even though you’ve pretty much seen the entire room throughout all the DIY projects that I’ve shared over the past few weeks, the final reveal is coming later this week!

Inspiring + Vibrant Craft Room Reveal

It’s been a while since I gave you an update on the mega craft room & office space that I’ve been working on for a local client. The room is 98% complete minus a few wall decor pieces. Aside from that, the space is looking dynamite, so I thought I’d give you a tour.

Before


After




The space will be used for the clients new business, Creative Nest, a new informational craft blog that will be launching later this year. I asked my client to share a few thoughts about the space and here is what she shared:

The development of an arts and crafts room in my home has, for years, been one of my goals. I envisioned a very special place where my son could make messy discoveries and be free to make his own place in the world with glitter, glue, and paint.

I had the perfect location: Our living room. In most houses, they’re big, stuffy rooms filled with nice things that kids aren’t allowed to enjoy and not typically a welcoming environment for a child. Instead, I wanted to fill the space with shelves, bins, and drawers, all overflowing with materials. I wanted a room that inspire my son’s imagination, a nurturing environment that would be as attractive to him as TV or video games. And that’s all true in this creative nest we’ve developed.

Fittingly, this art room is also the heart of another Creative Nest, which is the name of an informative craft blog I’m launching later this year. The blog will provide parents with plenty of ideas and craft projects to do with their children, and will feature tips and resources from art teachers and other experts. I hope Creative Nest becomes a resource that makes it easy for parents to share art time with their kids and show them that there’s more to life than precut shapes and step-by-step directions. As all parents know, great art often comes from happy accidents and the full exploration of the imaginative process. Having this wonderful space and this creative nest in which to play and share has been an amazing experience. I am so happy with the results.










The work large desk gives ample space for creating. At about 5′ long, quite a few artists can work at the same time. The ghost chairs are the perfect seat by allowing the architectural millwork to “speak” and having the ability to easily wipe away mistaken spills.


Cubbies are the ideal way to stay organized. There is a place for everything & everything in it’s place. Crayons. Markers. Paints. All put away in their own containers.


The storage zone is the ideal spot all the crafting supplies.




I didn’t take a picture looking from the craft space to the office, but here’s a progress pic during construction…


This is what the desk space looks like now. Beautiful and functional.


On the other side is a comfy, cozy lounge space with a humungo built-in bench with a lot of storage below and an awesome built-in shelf at the end. The owner’s son is an amazing 6 year old artist and mom loves to display his creations in each of the recessed panels. I’ll tell you, the panels were not created for the pictures, but it just so happened that they were the perfect fit and they bring gorgeous color and meaning to the space.




Refreshing. Energizing. Inspiring. Creative. Fun. All words that, to me, describe this incredible new craft room space.