Wayfair recently reached out to see if I had an interest in partnering with them and Kohler to update a bathroom in our home, and it was kismet - we've been longing to update our sorry master bath for years but other spaces took priority. So we dove in and have been cataloging our process on Wayfair. Check out the initial plans, design inspiration, and step 1 of the reno!

We are in the process of the not easy on the eyes demolition so here's a peek at the goodness to come, how gorgeous is the Artifacts hardware?! Cannot wait to install it!

Stay tuned for updates on our process!

Our son Orion's room was in desperate need of a facelift. It had fallen into that state where he had outgrown his decor then random pieces were shifted from other spaces in the home as he needed and wanted (i.e. those fine but plain desks from the basement), lone hanging lantern again -- random. 

I think the befores speak for themselves (can you spot the broken, yes broken, gum ball machine?):

Orion's a very relaxed, chill guy so coupled with his love of California I thought a sophisticated surf look would be a perfect fit. So last summer when he was away at camp Kurt & I went to town so he'd have a welcome sight and space to return to. 

We painted his room (Benjamin Moore's Classic Gray), repurposed his duvet into a headboard, added in a new desk, & hung the killer surfboard I found on Krrb (it's like a more user friendly version of Craiglist, check it out if you haven't heard about it)! I was pretty pumped to use a chocolate Brushstroke lamp in his room, I think it reads as slightly edgy and masculine here.

Needless to say he was thrilled with how the space came together. I think it's so fun creating kids and teen's rooms for that reason, to see them so excited to have their own space designed to delight them really is a joy!

- photos by Erik Melvin

Other sources:

Gray Malin Bondi Beach Print

Chocolate Brushstroke Lamp

Desk chair - ours, check craigslist for "Law Chair"

Orange Chair - One Kings Lane

Pillows - Pottery Barn

Duvet - Restoration Hardware

Rug - Ikea

Parson's Desk

If you follow me on Instagram, you know I’m a huge fan of photographer Gray Malin, (I recently used his Bondi Beach print in our son’s bedroom makeover - stay tuned for the full reveal!). My friend Brooke introduced me to his work years ago and I instantly fell In love. The wanderlust quality of his pieces are dreamy, no doubt, and provide a virtual vacation to boot.  

So when Gray invited me to celebrate the launch of his new Parker series in his Inspiration Spotlight series, you better believe I was delighted! It’s beautiful, cheeky, and fun - everything I expect from him and what I strive for in my aesthetic.

I had wanted to update the gallery wall in our master bedroom for some time. The arrangement originated in our NY apartment and carries with it many memories, but I longed for something simpler. When I spotted Skinny Dip I knew it would be the perfect fit. It’s a lovely sight to start and end the day with.

Here's the before:

And the lovely after:

(Sigh), such goodness!

Be sure check out the entire Parker collection & his interview with me on the Gray Malin lifestyle blog!

I’m absolutely delighted to share my One Room Challenge with you all! Many thanks to Linda for organizing this awesome adventure!

If you’ve been following along you know, in sum, the challenge for me was working with what we had. Starting out I was worried that the spaces (especially the great room) would not look transformed for this reason. Well the rooms look & feel completely revived – bright, cheerful, and already we enjoy spending time in them more than we could have imagined, it’s really night & day.

I think the before and afters tell the stories of the spaces, but as I was judicious in my choices I want to speak to how the few pieces really brought the rooms to life.

Great room before:

& After:

World Market Bleached White Rug – it defines the seating area & brings the beachy aesthetic I wanted to achieve

Loom Decor Ivory Linen Drapes – I never thought the space needed window treatments, these beautiful drapes make the room warm & inviting.

Paint, Valspar’s Soft Pelican gray. The beautiful shade immediately transformed the spaces from scary yellow to airy and gorgeous. 

HotHouse Flowers / Betwixt / Bleecker / & Kelly Green Pillows – I did not want to reupholster the couch, these fabulous fabrics beautifully lighten up the heavy green chenille seat. Major thanks to Little Design Co for her gorgeous work in making the Schumacher Pillows!

Bookshelf – My friend Michelle suggestion to remove the doors to make the piece look lighter was spot on! I then hung the coral & fishes print in front, & I love the effect, especially as there is no wall space for art in the room.

Simple white linen slipcovers took the leather chairs from dated to timeless.

Bamboo Mirror & Pottery Barn Palms– I never knew what to do with the mantle; a huge mirror and fabulous faux palms finally feels like the perfect fit (the mirror also ties into the chairs in the breakfast nook).

Another before look:

And after:

Breakfast nook before:

BREAKFAST NOOK BEFORE:

Custom Seat covers in Lacefield Kelly linen & Bamboo Chairs (Craigslist) & – I love how the vibrant green compliments the great room & pops off the white chairs; the combo really achieves the Hollywood Regency/Palm beach look I was after.

Peony arrangement – NDI completely captured my vision & I get to enjoy these fabulous fauxs year-round. I’ve already received so many compliments!

The console in the breakfast nook always alluded me, it was only in the photo shoot that Sarah & I agreed the styling should speak to the breakfast nook. I wanted a lamp there for ambient lighting at night and I think my gold brushstroke lamp speaks to the gold tones in the jute rug & chandelier.

So simple styling, done & done.

 If you've enjoyed my aesthetic you can follow my design updates at @janabekdesign on instagram & twitter & on Facebook.

I'm so excited to see the reveals of the rest of this talented group -  check out their gorgeous scheming at links below!

Autumn Clemons / Coco+Kelley / The English Room / Vanessa Francis / Greige Design / Hi Sugarplum / I Heart Organizing / Jenna Sue Design /  / Stephanie Kraus / The Pursuit of Style / Julia Ryan / Savvy Home / Simple Details / Simply Grove / 6th Street Design / Jill Sorensen / Swoon Worthy / Waiting on Martha / Kimberly Schlegel Whitman

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Photography by Sarah Dorio