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One Room Challenge Family Room Reveal!

It’s One Room Challenge reveal day (how did it get here so fast??!) and you guys, I’m seriously limping across the 6-week finish line of my room makeover. I have more paint brushes and rollers in my refrigerator than food, most of my house is approaching Hoarders status, and my whole family is suffering from a serious shortage of clean clothes. But really… who the heck cares because my family room is D. O. N. E. and I’m dying to tour you guys around!

Before we walk into what was once the “red room” I’d like to give a big thanks to Linda of Calling it Home for inviting me to participate in this unbelievable event that she has created. Many thanks also to the awesome sponsors of my One Room Challenge room who generously donated products to my family room remodel (post includes some sponsored and affiliate links – see my full disclosure statement {here})):

Annie Selke | Arianna Belle | Bellacor | Chairish | Jill Rosenwald | Joss & Main | Minted | Pillow Time Girls | Serena & Lily | The Shade Store | Wisteria

A complete source list for products used in my room makeover is included at the end of this post!

In case you missed all of the lovely “before” pics of our family room in week 1, let’s do a little look back on this we-hadn’t-touched-it-since-moving-in-three-years-ago space:

Our family room before the ORC makeover

Here’s what that same space is looking like today:

One Room Challenge family room makeover in six weeks! Post includes "before" and "after" pics and full source list!

Family room makeover in six weeks - a HUGE change from the "before"!

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The room seriously looks and feels twice as big as it did when it was red! Remember a few weeks ago I was trying out these three white paint colors?

Benjamin Moore Dove White versus Simply White vs. Cloud White paint colors

My original plan was to paint with Benjamin Moore Simply White but after throwing it up on the wall in some sample spots, it was a little too bright white for my space and even had the slightest green cast to it. So that was a no-go. Then I figured I’d go with my old stand-by of Dove White which I have in my kitchen and entry and love – well in our family room it looked really yellow. So I hit the paint store to find something in between the two and landed on Cloud White – it ended up being the Goldilocks of warm whites – not too bright of a white and not too yellowy. A winner! Painting both the walls and ceiling white helped disguise this room’s funky ceiling angles and draw your eye up. The large rug (Annie Selke’s Dash & Albert Honeycomb Ivory & Grey rug) helps brighten things up too – it’s a big improvement from the blah carpet that’s throughout the space and is the perfect weight for layering – love it!

A few of the other major players in the room are my new L-shaped Lee Industries slipcovered sectional that I couldn’t be happier with (it’s so, so plush and comfy!). We don’t like having too many throw pillows on our sectional so I simply put a pair at each end (the patterned ones are from one of my favorite Etsy shops – Pillow Time Girls):

Fiddle leaf fig tree in basket

And a trio of pillows in the corner, including a 23″square, 20″ square and lumbar. The beautiful cream pillow with black dots is from Arianna Belle.

A trio of pillows for the sectional corner

And can we talk about my new acrylic coffee table? Seriously you guys, I’ve been obsessing over this beautiful furniture piece for months and was worried about being disappointed when it arrived but it’s actually a hundred times more beautiful in person than I had expected. I love that it keeps our room feeling light and airy (unlike the chunky brown leather ottoman whose spot it took over!). And the top of it is glass so there’s no worries about scratching, which can be an issue with acrylic. To decorate the coffee table, I used a large 28″ tray that I bought unfinished from {this Etsy shop} (you can buy finished trays there too!) and painted it with leftover Farrow & Ball Worsted paint to match my space. Books and a few accessories are layered on top:

Coffee table tray with books, box for remote controls, and decorative accessories

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New lighting made a huge difference in the space too – a few months before the One Room Challenge started, we removed the falling apart ceiling beams that were in this space (pic is from our walkthrough before we moved in): 

Family room ceiling beams before being removed

and the track lighting that came down with them. After living without any overhead lighting for months, at the beginning of the ORC we finally had our electrician wire the room for an overhead fixture and I chose this gold beauty that can be found {here}:

Family room in neutrals with slipcovered sectional, acrylic coffee table, and two-tiered chandelier

Another key player in this space is my beautiful new rattan accent chair (found {HERE}) that I shared with you guys a few weeks ago – since then, I had a down cushion made for the seat and am using {this Montecito pillow} on the back. If you’ve ever thought that rattan can’t be comfy, you have to sit in this chair because it even convinced my skeptic husband otherwise! I love the textural beauty that it adds to the room!

Beautiful rattan accent chair that's super comfy!

Other additions to the room are new Roman shade window treatments from The Shade Store – I chose a soft stripe linen fabric and absolutely love the finished, tailored look that the shades add to our room. And since this is sleepover central, my teenage daughters and their friends will love that they can block the morning sun from streaming in!

Ready to move on and check out the wall with the TV (did you catch the sneak peek of it two pics back?)? This is what that wall looked like before:

Our family room TV wall before the makeover

and this is the same wall now:family-room-with-art-wall-surrounding-tv-two-tiered-chandelier-neutral-sectional-rattan-accent-chair-and-acrylic-coffee-table

Great idea for decorating around your TV - hang similar sized art pieces in a grid around it!

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First off, I changed out our media console for this beauty that’s a much better size for our space (FYI, it does also comes in a shorter length if you need it!). Pictures simply don’t do this console justice – the finish on it is just gorgeous and I love that it has both drawers and open cubbies:

Books and accessories on media console

Surrounding the TV is framed & matted artwork from ORC sponsor Minted arranged in a grid pattern. How did I go about doing it? First there was a lot of measuring and calculating to figure out what size frames would work best for giving me a gap in the bottom row large enough for the TV along with equal spacing between each print. I ended up choosing 18″ x 24″ prints that were matted and framed by Minted to a final finished size of 18.5″ x 24.5″. For the artwork I decided to stick with black and white prints (a mix of abstracts, photographs, and sketches) and identical frames and mats so they felt cohesive and didn’t distract from the TV too much. After my framed art arrived, I used a laser level to tape out the location for each print and then got them all hung (you can see this process in a little more detail {here}). And… that’s it! I am so impressed with the quality of the matting and framing of my Minted pieces – the matte brass frames are gorgeous! These are the art pieces that I chose (clicking on a pic will take you to that print on Minted) –

 

Framed Minted art arranged in a grid surrounding the TV

On the wall opposite the TV, we were lucky enough to have two large built-in bookcases. However, there was this awkward space in between them that we didn’t have time to fix so we just stuck a mismatched desk there:

Before of bookcases

We wanted to keep a desk there since my husband works from home some days but wanted it to look like part of the bookcase so I had my contractor cut and install a simple desktop that fits the space exactly. I think my husband and I will both love having this beautiful wooded view while working here!

Desk area with window between two built-in bookcases

On the desk are two of my favorite accessories in the space including a pencil cup hand painted by Jill Rosenwald – she has so many beautiful pieces and is such a talent – thank you Jill! It’s sitting beside my cute gold turtle dish which is one of my fun Chairish finds.

Fun desk accessories - gold stapler, Jill Rosemwald pencil holder, and brass turtle dish for paper clips

The bookcases underwent a little transformation too:

Family room bookcase before makeover

I replaced the knobs with brass finger pulls, painted the gold shelf brackets on the inside of the bookcases so they’d blend in, and wallpapered the back of the shelves with {this charcoal/natural combination grasscloth}:

Built-in bookcases lined with grasscloth and simply styled

Thank you so much to Denise at Ring’s End Wilton for helping me get it ordered last minute! This round of wallpapering was more successful than when I attempted to put up grasscloth in my daughter’s room, but I was surprised by how long it took me to do.

Back of bookcases lined with grasscloth

My shelves are filled with a combination of finds from thrift shops, HomeGoods, my favorite online accessory shops, and my own stash. You can find the links to most things in the source list below!

That wraps up my reveal! I know there’s nothing crazy fancy about it, but I also know that it’s a comfy, warm, relaxing space that our family will enjoy for years and I’m thrilled to have it. Someone else in the family is also pretty psyched about her new place to hang out:  

Family room with built-in bookcases backed in grasscloth

And yes, poor Hope is in diapers – I’ll fill you in on the crappy (literally) story at some point (it’s been quite the week…) but for now it’s time to head over to the 19 other ORC designers and bloggers who are revealing their spaces today too – I can’t wait to check them all out!!

Jana Bek | Chris Loves Julia | Shannon Claire | Coco.Kelley | The Curated House

Driven by Decor | The English Room | From the Right Bank | Sherry Hart

Hi Sugarplum | House of Jade | Hunted Interior | The Makerista | Making it Lovely

Marcus Design | Pencil & Paper Co. | Megan Pflug | Place of My Taste | Suburban B’s

Waiting on Martha | Media Partner House Beautiful | TM by CIH

and also be sure to check out all of the talent of the linking participants who link up their rooms to Calling It Home on Thursday – there’s some seriously good design going on there!!

I so appreciate you all following along over the course of this 6-week challenge! If you missed any weeks and want to play catch-up, you can do that here:

week 1 | week 2 | week 3 | week 4 | week 5

and if you’d like to continue to follow future projects on Driven by Decor, you can subscribe by email {here}.

XOXO,

KJ Signature

Driven by Decor Source List

Paint color: Walls & Trim in Benjamin Moore Cloud White

Furniture: Slipcovered sectional (fabric is Basket Natural) | Reclaimed wood TV console  | Acrylic coffee table | Rattan accent chair | Desk chair

Lighting: Chandelier (satin bronze) | Glass desk lamp base (large) | Desk lamp shade (medium, white)

Pillows & Throws: Sofa – Gray and white floral/dragon pillows, Confetti pillow (cream with black dots), Cream knotted fringe throw | Rattan chair – White Montecito pillow

Rug: Honeycomb ivory/grey wool rug

Shades: The Shade Store – Robert Allen Fabric in Perfect Stripe (Earth)

Art surrounding TV (from top left):  Son (abstract) by Lori Wemple | Sand Spirit (horse print) by Leslie Le Coq | Mesmerize by Melanie Severin | Marble Two by Melissa Selmin | Brainchild (abstract) by Misty Hughes | Morning Walk on the Seine by Sharon Rowan | Stormy Sunrise by Melanie Severin | Reflection (boat print) by Neeta Sawhney (no longer available) | Flora in B+W by Very Marta (no longer available) | Llama Love by Jocelyn Eden (no longer available)  – Art prints are 18″ x 24″ prints that were matted and framed by Minted to a final finished size of 18.5″ x 24.5″

Desk accessories: Pencil holder | Turtle dish (no longer available) | Gold stapler | Stripes & Dots pens

Media console accessories: White marble box & small shagreen (black and white) box – have had for years | White glass knot | Wishbone paperweight | Shagreen (black and white) box (similar) | White coral | Book: Tracery: The Art of Southern Design | Book: Nancy Braithwaite: Simplicity | Book: Ellen Degeneres Home

Coffee table accessories: Tray (28″ x 28″) | Brass cranes | Magnifying glass | Pinstripe bone box | Book: Elements of Style | Book: The Collected Home | Book: Emily Henderson Styled | Book: Dogs

Bookshelves: Grasscloth lining the back of the bookcases | Brass finger pulls on cabinets | White jug – HomeGoods | Tortoise shell | Brass bowl – thrifted | Black and white decorative balls | Elephant bookends | Gold sculpture with black stand – West Elm | Glass jug | Pineapple decanter | Large gold and linen frame – TJ Maxx | Dried star pod | White candlesticks – Pottery Barn years ago | Basket – HomeGoods | Tall coral – HomeGoods | Lantern – HomeGoods | Elephant – HomeGoods | Glass bead necklace (on elephant) | Wood bowl – Home Emporium | Glass cloche – no longer available | Gold bell | Gold platter – thrifted – {this platter} is similar | Horse – HomeGoods | Small glass jar – HomeGoods

Other Accessories: Basket for fiddle leaf fig tree | Fiddle leaf fig in pic is real but has since been replaced with {this faux} (medium)

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  1. Cassie Bustamante says

    November 9, 2016 at 7:16 am

    WOW, kris! it’s stunning! i love the new light bright feel. the light fixture really stands out, and i am digging that coffee table! the gallery wall is impeccably designed and a perfect mix of art for a cohesive elegant look.

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  2. Lisa | Shine Your Light says

    November 9, 2016 at 7:22 am

    Kris!!! This is hands down my favorite room you’ve ever done! The gallery around the tv is my favorite but also huge standouts are the white walls and ceiling (they truly look amazing in bright white!), the light, the bookcase grasscloth and styling, and your coffee table and styling! It all looks incredible, and I can’t believe you did this all in 6 weeks!!! Enjoy your beautiful new space!!

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  5. Becky says

    November 9, 2016 at 7:52 am

    Amazing Kris!! I love your style! The gallery wall around the tv looks perfect and the grasscloth on the bookcase is gorgeous. Love all the details from the pulls to the light fixture…it’s all so, so good!

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  7. Marty Oravetz says

    November 9, 2016 at 8:16 am

    Love it. What a great transformation. The room looks so inviting, bright and cheery. The white is so perfect for this room.

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  11. Chris says

    November 9, 2016 at 8:44 am

    Kris, I have been looking forward to your ORC reveal for days now and you did not disappoint! Such a gorgeous room! Truly love your style!

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  13. sherry hart says

    November 9, 2016 at 8:51 am

    Good Lord girl! You outdid yourself with this space! So beautiful and inviting….who cares if your life is out of control:) Your styling is perfection…..it is simply a beautiful space so congratulations on all of your hard work because it was worth it!

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    • Kris Jarrett says

      November 11, 2016 at 3:36 pm

      Sherry, thank you so much – not only for your sweet words but also for your sectional advice – as you probably heard in my voice, I was about to go over the edge figuring that sucker out!

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  14. Dianne says

    November 9, 2016 at 8:53 am

    Wow! It is so bright, airy looking and absolutely lovely now. I couldn’t believe what a difference a coffee table could make in a room. I had to scroll back and forth several times!

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  20. Jo says

    November 9, 2016 at 9:05 am

    It’s beautiful! The room is so much brighter and appears larger. I just love everything about it…especially the picture wall!!

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  21. Ashley says

    November 9, 2016 at 9:08 am

    Kris, I always love your designs! Always fresh and inviting. This is such a welcoming family room. I love the ceiling and the lighting you chose. It’s just beautiful!

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  24. Bree says

    November 9, 2016 at 9:15 am

    Kris, WOW!!! I’m in complete awe of this space my friend!! Not only is it magazine worthy but it’s magazine cover worthy!!! Congrats on another job well done and I hope you and your sweet family will enjoy your lovely design for for years to come!!!

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    • Kris Jarrett says

      November 11, 2016 at 3:47 pm

      Hi Nicole – I wallpapered the back of the bookcases with grasscloth – I used Schumacher’s Haiku Sisal in Charcoal (5006864). I’m usually pretty handy but I thought that wallpapering with grasscloth was pretty challenging – it took me forever!

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  28. debra @ 5th and state says

    November 9, 2016 at 9:23 am

    K R I S!!!!! you always knock it out of the park, this is a huge/beautiful/soothing transformation.
    combined with your photographic skills i am gobsmacked. you also make it easy to source your treasures, i learned a lot from you
    congrats!
    debra

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  30. Jana Bek says

    November 9, 2016 at 9:36 am

    Wowsa – talk about transformation! It looks like a completely different space! I loove the grasscloth in the built-ins & fresh textile mix, gorgeous design, congrats!!

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  31. Carol says

    November 9, 2016 at 9:44 am

    Kris—
    I cannot begin to express how lovely this room is! Cozy yet airy and light. Classic yet modern. And I always love your accessory choices. (I have those same brass herons) I love the way you mix high and low. Brand new and vintage! Just wow!! Now, go rest!!!!!! ????????

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  32. Jennifer says

    November 9, 2016 at 10:14 am

    Oh my goodness!!! I knew it would be amazing Kris, but this is so much more so than I imagined!!! It may now be my favorite room in your home….so fabulous and gorgeous! You did a great job! Hope you can get some rest today!!! xoxo

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  36. Vel says

    November 9, 2016 at 10:54 am

    OMG Kris, you did it again! I think this is my super favorite so far among all your makeovers! So magazine-worthy!!!!! Congrats and love it all!

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  38. Merlyn says

    November 9, 2016 at 11:25 am

    Fresh, clean, tailored and not overly-styled – your family will love this room for years to come. Congratulations on designing and creating such an elegant, yet livable space!

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  40. Jessie says

    November 9, 2016 at 11:43 am

    Wow! This room is beyond amazing! I really love how fresh and effortlessly chic it looks. And your styling is perfect. Love, love, love this space. Great job!

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  41. Greer says

    November 9, 2016 at 11:56 am

    I really like what you’ve done. I especially love the art grouping on the TV wall. Flat panel TVs that aren’t contained in a cabinet pose a challenge. The challenge: to just the right art, etc. that works with, and at the same time distracts from, the TV. You hit a home run there! Very nice job all around!

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  43. Michele @ Moonfield Interiors says

    November 9, 2016 at 12:17 pm

    It looks amazing! I can’t decide on my favorite part! I love the black and white artwork and that fabulous coffee table. So cool that’s it’s topped with glass–acrylic scratches so easily. I really can’t believe the difference. It looks like a whole new room. Now go take a long, long nap 🙂

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    • Kris Jarrett says

      November 11, 2016 at 4:35 pm

      Thanks Michele – I thought it was pretty smart that they made it with a glass top too! I’ve had a crazy busy past few days but am looking forward to some R and R this weekend!

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  44. Kristen says

    November 9, 2016 at 12:21 pm

    SO GOOD!! I love, love, love your room! It looks so fresh but still welcoming. In my opinion, there’s nothing better than a beautiful room that still feels okay to snuggle up in. Well done!

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  46. Lindsay M says

    November 9, 2016 at 12:27 pm

    I love the grasscloth wallpaper behind your bookcases! I have very similar setup at my home would you be able to share your source for the wallpaper?

    Thank you!

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  50. Garden, Home and Party says

    November 9, 2016 at 1:54 pm

    Kris,
    It’s beautiful! I really wouldn’t believe the end result was the same room if you didn’t show the ‘before’ pics. Wow! I love it and imagine you and your family will be spending lots of time there in the months to come. It’s so welcoming and bright.
    Great job, as always.
    Karen

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  51. Tamara says

    November 9, 2016 at 1:57 pm

    Kris I am truly blown away! You are so incredibly talented and this room deserves a House Beautiful cover and feature!! Congratulations my friend xo

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  52. [email protected] says

    November 9, 2016 at 1:59 pm

    Kris the transformation is remarkable. You attention to detail is amazing. What I love most is that it is so in keeping with the rest of your lovely home and your style. If someone showed me a picture of the room by itself, I could easily guess it was designed by you. Great job!!

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  54. Simone Baker says

    November 9, 2016 at 3:27 pm

    It is absolutely stunning the diference, congratulations! So beautiful and airy, chic and relaxed. Love your transformations!

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  57. Alisha Argo says

    November 9, 2016 at 4:00 pm

    I must say that throughout this process there have been several decisions you’ve made that I haven’t been totally on board with, but oh my gosh- your vision was so perfect. It looks amazing and bright and airy! I would’ve never thought to put all the different things together but it’s so perfect. I love love love love it! You did an awesome job- congratulations & enjoy your new space!

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    • Kris Jarrett says

      November 11, 2016 at 4:48 pm

      Alisha, are you sure you aren’t my husband in disguise? He said the same thing about not being so sure during the process but loving the after! I wish I could say that I knew all along it would work but I wasn’t too sure until the end either!

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  60. Randi says

    November 9, 2016 at 6:54 pm

    Kris you totally should be limping across that finish line! Everything looks amazing! I can’t believe how much bigger everything looks and how bright and airy it feels! Well done my fabulous friend!!!!

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  61. Chantal says

    November 9, 2016 at 7:43 pm

    What a beautiful room indeed! Where did you buy the beautiful grey horse I see on one of the shelves? I am in the middle of redecorating my living room and I would love to find that kind of item. Thank you.

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  62. Pam @ Simple Details says

    November 9, 2016 at 8:06 pm

    Oh my goodness, what a beautiful space you created for your family, Kris!!! I can’t even begin to choose a favorite element, such a fabulous job, my friend! Fingers crossed your sweet girl is doing ok. 🙂

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  63. Nancy (Marcus Design) says

    November 9, 2016 at 8:46 pm

    Kris this room is amazing. The Roman shades!!! And the grasscloth in the shelves is to die for. I also drool over that gallery wall, everything is perfection. Was an honor to be in this round of the ORC with you! xox

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  64. Shauna says

    November 9, 2016 at 9:26 pm

    Kris, this turned out AMAAAAZING!! You nailed it! Can’t believe how much bigger it looks in here and that chandy….gotta have that as soon as it’s back in stock!! You did GOOD girl!! Now go enjoy a glass of wine in this perfecto room and pat yourself on the back.
    xoxo

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  65. Cassandra LaValle says

    November 10, 2016 at 12:51 am

    I love that this room is totally real-life in the best way possible! I can actually picture a family hanging out here, but it’s beautiful too – always a hard balance to strike! The addition of the built-in desk was SUCH a good idea. And the art wall around the TV! SO much better! I almost did an acrylic coffee table for our room too… kinda wishing I had seeing yours! Well done!!

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  66. Bernadette says

    November 10, 2016 at 1:00 am

    Ooooooh WOW, WOW, WOW it looks absolutely fantastic!!!

    Love the colors….the room is so airy, light, classic, classy!!!

    Absolutely Fabulous!!!!

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  67. Erin says

    November 10, 2016 at 1:14 am

    Kris I know I said it all in my text today but SERIOUSLY!! I just have to keep coming back to this post so I can stare at every single picture! This room is absolutely beautiful. You did such an amazing job. I seriously want to move in! I might! Get ready. 🙂 Love you! xo

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  70. Denise Baliotti says

    November 10, 2016 at 10:58 am

    Kris – the room looks AMAZING!!!! It was so fun seeing you at Ring’s End Wilton throughout the project – so glad I could be of service! The Benjamin Moore Cloud White paint looks fabulous! Hoping I get to see it in person one of these days…hint, hint!! You outdid yourself once again. KUDOS to you!!
    Denise

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  73. sheryl says

    November 10, 2016 at 10:16 pm

    SPECTACULAR!!! So fresh and inviting and classic…Love the acrylic coffee table and the desk area.
    Chandelier is gorgeous. Great that it is finished in time for the holidays!

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  76. cindy hattersley says

    November 11, 2016 at 3:27 pm

    This is fabulous Kris!! Amazing what white will do to open up a space isn’t it? Love the prints around the tv. I am not normally a fan of drawing attention to the TV but you pulled it off beautifully! Well done!

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  77. Nancy Levesque says

    November 11, 2016 at 3:27 pm

    This is amazing! I love the art. I’m looking to do something with a very large white dining room wall. I really like the idea of different artwork in the same frame with a similar color palette. So gorgeous!

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  78. Tara says

    November 11, 2016 at 3:35 pm

    Just beautiful! What was the name of the wallpaper you used for your bookcases? I didn’t see it mentioned in the source list and I just love it! ????

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  79. Jamie says

    November 11, 2016 at 4:04 pm

    So beautiful!!! You did an amazing job. Did you end up using the console table? I have been considering the same one and was curious to see how you finished it. I always love what you do, and I may have been looking forward to stealing your idea ; ) Enjoy your hard work!

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    • Kris Jarrett says

      November 11, 2016 at 5:10 pm

      Hi Jamie,
      I didn’t end up using that table only because the whole purpose of it was to have a spot to put a pair of lamps and once the room was close to done it turned out that I didn’t like the look of having lamps there. It’s a really nice table for the money though – still trying to figure out if I have a spot to use it!

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  80. [email protected] Painted Chandelier says

    November 11, 2016 at 9:24 pm

    Kris!! This is absolutely gorgeous. Every single angle, every element! First the sectional and lucite table and rug, but then the desk overlooking the woods and the tv/gallery wall. Gahhhh, I would never want to leave! Hope you and your family get lots of enjoyment out of this beautiful space that you created. So lovely!

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  81. Michele M says

    November 12, 2016 at 8:28 am

    What a pretty, cozy room! I’ve been searching for a coffee table/ottoman. I love your acrylic table! But with our furniture arrangement, we need something to put our feet up on. Would your table work for that?

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    • Kris Jarrett says

      February 7, 2017 at 12:12 pm

      Hi Michele, I know I’m WAY late in responding to your comment – sorry! My husband uses it that way (puts his feet up on it) – he just throws a pillow under them and it works great!

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  82. Laurie @ Laurie Jones Home says

    November 12, 2016 at 10:09 am

    Hands down one of my favorites! I’m a neutral loving girl so your beautiful space speaks to me so much! Your details to the space takes it to the next level! Congrats on such a fantastic job and I hope you and your family enjoy your lovely space!!!!

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  83. Lisa @ferncreekcottage says

    November 12, 2016 at 12:37 pm

    Yours is the ORC reveal I’ve been looking forward to the most and, WOW…..you have exceeded my expectations! The transformation is absolutely incredible! The space is so beautiful and peaceful and wonderfully put together. Rest up this weekend girly! Well done!!!

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  84. Calling it Home says

    November 12, 2016 at 4:57 pm

    As I sloooowly make my way through each and every room, I am just pinning and dying. I guess I missed the details about you removing the beams? What a difference! I love every single thing in this room. You have amazing style and talent. Hope the laundry doesn’t last too long. P.S. I can imagine lying on the sectional with snow falling outside and drinking hot coco.

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  85. Erin says

    November 12, 2016 at 5:23 pm

    Your room is gorgeous!!! Just curious…did you apply the wallpaper directly to the back of the bookcases, or did you attach them to a board first?

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    • Kris Jarrett says

      February 7, 2017 at 12:14 pm

      Hi Erin,
      I know I’m waaayyy late in responding to your comment but I applied the wallpaper directly to the back of the bookcase just like I would have if I was attaching it to the wall. I painted the back of the bookcase with a good wallpaper primer first so if I should ever decide to remove the wallpaper, it should come off easily. I think putting it on a board would work too but you’d have to make sure you have room for it behind your shelves – my shelves fit pretty snuggly so I’d have had to have all of the backs of the shelves cut down to make it work with a board.

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  87. carol beck interiors says

    November 13, 2016 at 7:51 am

    Wow! there just are no words! I love love that you took the whole room white. The change in the desk area was brilliant, your styling of the shelves — to die, love the rug, ok, love it all. Congratulations, what a space. Oh, and the rattan chair and details you added are heaven to me.

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  90. Cori E. says

    November 17, 2016 at 9:37 am

    I love this room!
    Can you tell me the finished size of the prints around the TV? What is the size of each print? The overall look of this is perfect for my living room.

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    • Kris Jarrett says

      February 7, 2017 at 12:16 pm

      Cori,
      I’m so sorry that my reply is coming so late (I just realized I missed a bunch of comments on this post!) but the art prints are 18″ x 24″ prints that were matted and framed by Minted to a final finished size of 18.5″ x 24.5″. Hope that helps!
      Kris

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    • Kris Jarrett says

      February 7, 2017 at 12:18 pm

      Kay,
      I’m sorry this reply is coming so so late but the art prints are 18″ x 24″ prints that were matted and framed by Minted to a final finished size of 18.5″ x 24.5″. Hope that helps!

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      • Susan says

        February 15, 2017 at 8:25 pm

        Thanks for providing the Minted art print measurements but I am still confused and I am hoping you can clarify. You indicated that the art prints are 18×24 and the finished product is 1/2″ larger (both width & height). It looks like the matting would add at least 2-3″ to the width and height. Wondering if you can double-check on size of the art print versus the overall size when the matting & frame were added. I absolutely love your artwork wall and would like to borrow the idea for my space so the precise dimensions would be greatly appreciated.

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  93. Edina says

    November 27, 2016 at 2:44 pm

    I jut found your site and in love with your beautiful family room. Would you please share the name of the fabric you used for your sectional? I love it so much!
    Thank you very much for your help

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  94. Laurie says

    December 3, 2016 at 5:58 pm

    The room is stunning! I was a little saddened to click on all the different links for materials and see the prices. The total for this room is pretty high. It gave me some great ideas but the materials are out of reach.

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    • Kris Jarrett says

      January 3, 2017 at 10:49 pm

      Hi Laurie, there are definitely some higher end items in the room like the rug but I also mixed in a lot of low-cost options to like our IKEA desk chair, HomeGoods shelf accessories, etc.

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  96. Emily says

    January 6, 2017 at 3:13 pm

    Beautiful! Where is the fiddle leaf fig tree from? I have a brown thumb but have been looking for a realistic faux version for our living room.

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  97. Maggie says

    January 12, 2017 at 11:27 am

    Hands down, absolutely, positively, without hesitation my favorite room ever! Every detail, fabric choice, color, b/w print, piece of furniture, even that fiddle fig – everything is ravishing. Love how warm and inviting it looks despite it being so neutral. The laundry will eventually get done and I’m sure no one starved so it was more than worth it. LOL! Excellent job.

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    • Kris Jarrett says

      January 12, 2017 at 9:34 pm

      Wow! Well that’s hands down the best comment ever! 🙂 And yes, I was an exhausted mess (and my house was bordering on hoarder status) but it was worth it in the end!

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  98. Jenny says

    January 18, 2017 at 11:39 am

    Hi there Kris! What a beautiful room! I was curious if you might be up for sharing the size of the art and frames (from Minted) that you used around the TV? Stunning space! Thanks so much!

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  100. Nicole says

    February 26, 2017 at 11:55 am

    Hi – I absolutely love this room! You actually inspired me to buy the tv console from Wisteria. it arrived this week and I’m in LOVE! Not to totally copy your space, but I wanted to ask about the rug. Does it shed? Has it held up well? Also, it appears very neutral on your floor, but I wanted to see how much you notice the pattern in person.

    Thanks in advance!
    Nicole

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    • Kris Jarrett says

      February 26, 2017 at 3:07 pm

      I’m so glad to hear that you love your new console – I still love mine today just as much as they day it arrived! The rug in our space doesn’t shed at all (or at least not that I’ve noticed) and in the gray color the pattern is subtle enough that it doesn’t stand out as busy and just kinda blends into the space. My only gripe about it is that it does tend to bunch up because it has no backing (the plus side of that is that it’s reversible ). Mine is on carpet so I’m not sure if it would do that on hardwoods or not. Probably some carpet tape would fix the problem but I just haven’t gotten around to trying it. Hope that helps!

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  101. Sarah says

    April 5, 2017 at 7:30 pm

    Hi Kris, I just love following your blog! Your photography skills are amazing! And your home is so beautiful yet I love how approachable it is! Most of my clients (and myself) do not have a ton of money to devote to their spaces and your blog helps me so much!

    My question is about your 2 sofas: the Ektorp and the Lee Industries sectional. I am toying with going with the Ikea Farlov sectional (it’s new so not much info out there about it). BUT I don’t want to make a mistake either. Originally I wanted to buy the PB Pearce which is to die for but it’s got a $3,000-$4,000 price tag. My question is Do you find the Lee Industries sofa to be way more comfy than your Ikea Ektorp as a comparison??? I’m debating Ikea vs PB, or Ikea vs. Lee Industries etc.
    Thank you SO much!!!!

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    • Kris Jarrett says

      April 15, 2017 at 7:39 pm

      Hi Sarah! I really like my EKTORP – it’s a great bang for the buck – but my Lee sofa is a bit more comfy. I think one of the main differences is going to be that I expect the Lee sectional to stand the test of time better than the EKTORP. So I guess it depends on how “hard” you’ll be using it and for how long. I think our EKTORP is perfect for the living room where it gets light use and our Lee sectional is perfect for our family room where it gets used and abused. As far as the PB Pearce, I looked at that too and read a lot of mixed reviews – some people loved it and others said the cushions didn’t hold up over time. I was too nervous dropping that much money on something I wasn’t sure I’d love! Hope that helps!

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  102. Amy says

    April 21, 2017 at 2:36 am

    Hi! Beautiful room! Would you mind sharing where you got the down cushion for the seat of your rattan chair?

    Thanks!!
    Amy

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  103. Carli says

    May 26, 2017 at 1:40 pm

    Wow! I just subscribed to your blog. I love the elements of brass that you sprinkled in! The elephant bookends are to die for!

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  106. Brooke] says

    September 5, 2017 at 8:49 pm

    Hi,

    This is so pretty! Well done. What a lovely spot to work at home from.

    I know I am late but perhaps someone else will want to know the sheen you used for the walls and trim? And, which line of benjamin moore did you use? I brought home cloud white tonight and it isn’t too stark or too yellow and I am wondering if I want satin or semi-gloss for the trim.

    Thank you!

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    • Kris Jarrett says

      September 19, 2017 at 8:41 am

      My walls are BM Regal Select in Matte finish and trim is their Advance Line in Satin finish. I like the less shiny appearance of the Satin for trim but that’s totally personal preference – semi-gloss would work too!

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  108. Abbi says

    November 2, 2017 at 2:38 pm

    LOVE this room! Now that you’ve been living in it for about a year, hoping you can share how the acrylic table has been holding up. I have a 3yr old and 6 month old and would love a coffee table like this but concerned about scratching. Thanks!

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    • Kris Jarrett says

      November 2, 2017 at 10:33 pm

      Hi Abbi,
      It’s held up beautifully – the top of the table is actually glass so it wears really well. I will say that my kids are older though so I don’t have any toddlers who are banging the legs of it with toys, etc. so can’t speak to whether you would get scratches on those or not!

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  109. Kathy Likens says

    November 25, 2017 at 1:25 pm

    Hi Kris, your room in beautiful. When I first started looking at the posts there were optional finds (like for your living room sofa and the media console) in your family room. I can no longer view that option. Has that been removed?

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  111. Katie says

    March 2, 2018 at 10:11 am

    I LOVE how this room turned out!! I am hoping to buy the chandelier, but what is the height of your ceilings in that room? I cant decide if my 10ft ceilings would make it too low 🙁 Thank you!!!

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  113. Stacy Brickner says

    April 2, 2018 at 10:57 am

    Could you please tell me where you had the down cushion made for the Serena and Lilly Rattan chair? Is it really comfy? Not sure my husband is going to like it, but if it is comfy I think I will be ok! You did a beautiful job on your re do of the room!
    Thank You
    Stacy

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    • Kris Jarrett says

      April 14, 2018 at 1:11 pm

      I had the cushion made locally but only because at the time I got the chair, Serena & Lily didn’t have a cushion that fit it but they now do! With the seat cushion and back pillow, I think the chair is surprisingly comfortable.

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  114. Keela Hess says

    May 31, 2018 at 7:17 am

    Kris,
    Your living room is a beautiful room to feel at home in. I know that you are very proud of all
    the work that went into getting it done. Keep up the great work!
    Tell me about your ceiling in your living room. Is that wood painted white?
    Hope to hear from you soon,
    Keela

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  115. Kathy says

    June 1, 2018 at 10:17 am

    Hi Kris,
    This looks awesome! What if the floor , the TV console and the coffee table were dark coloured wood? Would dark frames work better?

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  116. Lacy Price says

    June 26, 2018 at 9:05 am

    I am in love with that gold light fixture! I’m trying to talk my husband into removing some of our unused ceiling fans and putting a dramatic chandelier in instead. Love the overall design of your family room!

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  117. Kerry says

    July 3, 2018 at 1:00 am

    This room is amazing!! Can you tell me the size of your tv? Your prints were the perfect size around your tv so I might have to adjust my print size depending on the size of tv I buy. You are so talented!!

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  118. Carrie says

    September 7, 2018 at 11:25 am

    Wow…just….wow… everything is absolutely stunning! I LOVE the prints – candidly beautiful. Thanks for the inspiration!!

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  121. Kristen says

    January 9, 2019 at 2:07 pm

    This room is absolutely stunning! I love the gallery wall and would like to try something similar in my family room. Will you please let me know the size of your TV?
    Thank you!

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  122. Kristen says

    March 18, 2019 at 2:11 pm

    Your home is just beautiful and your blog is a favorite of mine that I continue to follow while other blogs I follow seem to fall off my list. I have a question about the gold shelf brackets in your built-ins. We have a similar unit in our home office and I plan to paint them white very soon. I was going to leave brackets as is because I worry about it not looking good when I try to paint them. Do you have any tips for painting the brackets? Prime and paint just like the shelving? I worry about it looking goopy and not neat? Thank you!

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  123. Anne C says

    July 3, 2019 at 9:23 am

    I love the media console from Wisteria but they don’t publish reviews. I was hoping you might let me know how you like it several years later – or do you know of a good place to find reviews for products that don’t have them on their site?

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