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One Room Challenge Guest Room Makeover – The Reveal!

Have six weeks ever passed by so fast before? Somehow it’s already the sixth and final week of the One Room Challenge and I’ve been working like crazy on transforming our sad excuse for a guest room. I’m so happy with the finished space and so thankful that this challenge forced me to get it done at about five times the rate that I normally would have. Ready for some before and afters? Here’s what I started with:

 
and here’s our new guest room:
 
 
 
For some reason the mirror over the bed shows up dark in the pics above – it’s actually a brassy beauty:
 
You know that I’m a pillow-holic, right? I tried REALLY hard to limit the number of pillows on the guest bed so that I don’t drive my guests crazy when they make the bed. I got it down to five – doable, right?!
 
 
And after much trial and error, I finished my hack of the IKEA TRYSIL chest, turning this chest 
and a Target tablecloth into this fabric covered beauty beside our guest bed {the IKEA hack tutorial is {here}):
 
 
 
 
After debating about painting the two table lamps that I found at HomeGoods last week, I ended up going with a pair of these Target lamps instead:
 
And do you remember the granny floral balloon valences that used to be in this room?
Floral balloon window valances
These new roman shades are soooo much better!
 
 
Moving over to the other side of the room, we started out with this pile-o-crap that we hadn’t gotten around to unpacking since our move this summer:
 
Pile-o-crap no more!
 
 
 
On the short wall to the right of the sofa, I hung a chalkboard that my kids are in charge of decorating to welcome our guests! It may also come in handy for writing down things for our guests like our internet password, etc.
I wasn’t sure where we were going to keep the chalk but my youngest daughter came up with the idea of sewing a little bag for it. She stitched one up and we hung on this decorative owl hook: 

And remember this old TV armoire that I snagged from the garage of a friend before it got taken to Goodwill? 

With some paint, new hardware, and some modifications on the inside, it’s now a wardrobe armoire for our closet-less guest room:

 

Thanks to all of my fellow ORCers who linked up and took on this challenge with me  – it’s been so fun to see everyone’s progress on their rooms and I’m so thankful for all of the sweet, encouraging comments along the way. 

XOXO,

 
 
Driven by Decor Source ListAll of the big pieces of furniture (bed, sofa, armoire) and many of the accessories were things I already had but most of the bedding and some of the accessories were new. I’ve listed the sources for everything below! (includes some affiliate links – full disclosure statement {here}):

Wall Paint Color: Pratt & Lambert’s Ever Classic
Trim Color: Benjamin Moore White Dove

Headboard: Pottery Barn Outlet (no longer available)
Quilt: Pottery Barn’s Linen Diamond Quilt in Natural available {here}
Euro Shams: Made with fabric from local discount fabric store
Standard Shams – available {here}
Lumbar Bed Pillow – available {here}
Fabric Covered Chest: Made with IKEA TRYSIL chest (no longer available), Target Threshold Tablecloth in Neutral (no longer available), and Hickory Hardware Camarilla Windover Antique Ring Pulls – find the full tutorial {here}!
White Nightstand & Mirror: HomeGoods
Table Lamps: Bases: no longer available but {this one} is similar; Shades: Ballard Outlet’s Couture Tapered Drum Shade in Oatmeal Linen
Sofa: Lee Industries
Metal Drum Tables, Throw Blanket, Chalkboard, & Lumbar Sofa Pillow: HomeGoods
Geometric Sofa Pillow: Kohls (no longer available)
Owl Hook: Anthropologie’s Creature Kingdom Hook
TV Armoire: Bob’s Goodwill pile, painted with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in Pure White
Armoire Handles: Anthropologie’s Pliant Rope Handle
Personalized Hangers: See tutorial {here}
Roman Shades: Custom made using Calico Corners’ Jensen Cloud fabric
Vintage Olive Bucket & Cowhide: Home Emporium
Large Vintage Field Basket: Country Living Fair 2012

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  3. SHERRY HART says

    November 7, 2013 at 9:39 am

    Kris…..you know I love this room. All the neutrals are perfect with lots of texture. This is a must when going with a monocratic scheme. You nailed it. Love the styling….who wouldn’t be happy in that comfy space.

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  5. Cathy Wall says

    November 7, 2013 at 9:41 am

    So beautiful! Love the bedding and am dying over your Ikea nightstand hack….LOVE! I have a chalkboard in my guest room and it is fun to use to welcome guests and friends. Often they leave a thank you message as well. Enjoy this lovely space!

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  6. Robin @ Happily Home, After says

    November 7, 2013 at 9:01 am

    Lovely. Perhaps too lovely, guests may want to stay too long! Cute, easy, practical chalk solution via your daughter … a resourceful DIY apprentice 🙂 Amazing IKEA hack on the fabric covered chest, hoping for some how to details in the future.

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  9. Andrea says

    November 7, 2013 at 10:24 am

    Such a beautiful and tranquil room!! That Ikea hack is amazing!!! Absolutely beautiful, congratulations on an incredible transformation!

    XOXO,
    The Glam Pad

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  11. Julia | Pawleys Island Posh says

    November 7, 2013 at 11:10 am

    Not only do I love this design but it might be the most thoughtful guest room I’ve seen in a while. Most people talk about adding magazines or a decanter for water which we all know doesn’t get used. But the chalkboard and the inscription on the hangars is so perfect. Also, love the sofa. Well done!

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  19. Linda {Calling it Home} says

    November 7, 2013 at 12:47 pm

    Kris, this is such a beautiful room. Nana and Papa are never going to leave. So many warm touches throughout. I love that your brilliant daughter though of how to hold the chalk. If I did not say it before, you need to send that chest into Ikea Hacks, it is fantastic. Great job.

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  20. Jessica says

    November 7, 2013 at 12:49 pm

    The details here are amazing. I need a little chalk bag now, and the sayings on the hangers are so nice. That bedding makes me want to dive right in and have a nap. Great job!

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  28. Vel Criste says

    November 7, 2013 at 4:05 pm

    OMG Kris, this room is right out of a magazine!!!! that hack is fabulous!!!! must try, will await the tutorial with much anticipation! Fantastic job dear!! CHEERS!

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  31. stephanie at Stephanie Kraus Designs says

    November 7, 2013 at 5:46 pm

    Kris your attention to detail is really mind blowing and your use of different textures in your fabrics are amazing you are so talented at doing that. love the hangers and the ikea hack is so pretty — your daughter is following in your footsteps in your creativity!

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  38. Lisa @ Shine Your Light says

    November 8, 2013 at 12:40 am

    Kris, your room came out SO beautifully!! Most of all, I love the serene color palette, it’s so perfect for a guest who has traveled to you as a peaceful retreat. The window treatment, painted armoire, hangers, bedding, mirror over the bed, chalkboard, adorable chalk bag, all such thoughtful and pretty touches that I’m sure your guests are going to love!!!! (Pick me pick me!!) I just adore your style. FAb job, girl!!

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  40. cindy hattersley design says

    November 8, 2013 at 9:40 am

    I am so glad you stopped by my blog so that I was introduced to yours! You are one clever lady! Lovely guest room, extremely clever makeovers. I am putting you on my sidebar and sending your blog off to my niece she will love it!!

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  43. Becky {This Is Happiness} says

    November 8, 2013 at 1:34 pm

    Wow Kris you did an amazing job!! The whole space is beautiful, but I’m crushing on the fabric chest and that armoire makeover. Also love the all little details…the rope pulls, the adorable chalk bag, cutest owl hook, chic gold pot with the succulent and the hangers. Stunning!

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  44. [email protected] says

    November 9, 2013 at 12:47 am

    WOW! Your attention to detail is beautiful! Looks like a master bedroom! The little owl and bag of chalk!!! The rope pulls on the armoire! Your fabric choices! And that Ikea hack (I hope to get more details)! Well done!

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  45. jvw home says

    November 9, 2013 at 10:12 am

    just adore this room!! i’m ready to visit! truly, you transformed it so beautifully….i love all the elements but i luv how the room just feels cozy and welcoming. and the Ikea hack IS amazing!!!

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  46. Layne @ The Room Journal says

    November 9, 2013 at 1:36 pm

    There are so many things to love in this room! The wall color is perfect and so calming, and I love how you transformed the armoire and the nightstand. I’m excited to read your tutorial on covering the nightstand with fabric! Great job!!

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  47. mrs. V | Chez V says

    November 10, 2013 at 9:53 am

    Every detail is perfection starting with the color palette down to the pulls on the armoire. Really stunning! Can’t wait for the tutorial on the hack. The result is a very high end look.

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  55. sissy says

    January 13, 2015 at 2:03 am

    Kris, I loved the hangers you had in your guess bedroom. I’m a big diyer and I would love to copy the hangers if it is ok..Love the guess room..

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  56. Jenna says

    February 2, 2015 at 3:26 pm

    I’m trying to achieve a similar peaceful, natural look in my master bedroom and this is exactly the look of my bed! Where did you find the dust ruffle? I’ve been having a hard time finding a feminine yet clean-lined one to fit the bill. Advice appreciated!

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    • Kris @ Driven by Decor says

      February 4, 2015 at 4:40 pm

      Hi Jenna,
      I couldn’t agree more – it was really hard to find a simple bedskirt that I liked – most of them are too ruffly for me. I found this one at Macy’s – sorry I don’t remember the brand and I cut off the tag. Another option is to make your own – I did that for my daughter’s room after my guest room remodel. I love how it turned out and it was super cheap. You can use a flat sheet or your own fabric. I will probably never buy a bed skirt again! Here’s the link to that post if you want to see what it looks like: https://www.drivenbydecor.com/2014/08/simple-diy-make-bed-skirt-from-flat.html

      Hope that helps!

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  58. Bernadette says

    September 13, 2016 at 6:10 am

    Gee…… I am coming in on this in 2016……how I have missed out on such stunning make-overs…

    I stumbled across you from another link that i have bee following for years….what a treasure trove you are…

    I love your humour and style of writing …..

    I love everything that you do Kris

    I have sooo much admiration for all your hard work, the hours of love you pour into your home…

    I love your style & taste, right up my alley

    Love reading all about your projects

    Love it, love it, love it!!!

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  59. Stephanie says

    October 23, 2016 at 8:24 am

    I know you purchased the metal drum tables at Home Goods but do they have a manufacturer listed on them? These are exactly what I have been looking for for ages!!
    Thanks!

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