I just received updated photos of Janis’s living room and the transformation is incredible. To remind you of where she started, here’s the before picture she originally submitted along with her design dilemma:
Below are snapshots of the refreshed space after she followed the mood board makeover we provided:
Here’s the note Janis sent us:
So here it is – the new look! I am still tweaking the accessories, but we got a ton of compliments over the holidays and even my kids approved! You told me that getting rid of that stencil would give height to the room, well there were 2 or 3 people who came by who have been in my house many many times and they asked if we had raised the roof! We are astounded at the difference and we love spending time in the room now. Thanks so much for your guidance. We really love the new look! I redid the dining room at the same time and am now moving on to the bathroom, which is the last of the dated rooms on the first floor. Thanks for getting the projects off to a great start! – Janis
The refreshed color on the walls instantly brightened the space. Paired with the elegant glass coffee table, two-toned silk curtains, and carefully chosen accessories, the room went from dated to fresh and inviting. One of the most striking changes is the fireplace: a coat of white paint on the brick and a darker stained mantel gave it a renewed, modern feel. Janis plans to add travertine tile later as we suggested, but the painted brick already makes a dramatic difference. Hooray for white paint — and hooray for Janis’s beautiful new living room. We’re delighted she’s so happy with the result and excited to share the after photos with you.
If you’re looking for decorating guidance, consider trying a mood board makeover to jump-start your project. We’ve used mood boards to help transform many rooms and they’re a great way to visualize a cohesive plan. And if you’ve completed your own makeover, we’d love to see your after photos — please send them our way!
Update: We no longer accept commissioned mood board projects (we now create general inspiration boards instead). If that changes in the future, we’ll make an announcement.