Bowl by ceramist Michelle Michael of Elephant Cermics
Photo: Elephant Ceramics
I have recently turned my dabbling instincts toward my bedroom. When I reflect on the state of my present bedroom and bedrooms past, I realise that they have represented the wild west of my home. My bedroom is typically a dumping ground for unfolded laundry, kids things and anything I do not want visitors to see. Well, that is all about to change as I set out to tame this final frontier. I am determined to reform my slovenly, neglectful ways and make my bedroom a place to enjoy.
THE BEFORE
Pretty bad, huh? As you can see, we never make the bed and our dresser serves as a holding area for LEGO models awaiting their final destination in the kids rooms once I finally purchase that IKEA shelving (still waiting...)
You may also notice that we have a matching bedroom suite of Arts and Craft-inspired oak furniture purchased back in the day before sets became taboo. The furniture at the time was costly so, understandably, my husband will not hear about replacing any of it. Luckily, I have a few tricks up my sleeve to visually break up all that wood.
THE INSPIRATION
Graphic designer Stine Trampe Broch's bedroom via Femina
Photo: Anita Calero
Peaceful. Serene. Understated. I love these bedrooms but alas, I can't pull off minimal. It's just not in my DNA. This is my take on what my bedroom might look like with some items repurposed from other places in the house and a few, like the comforter, newly purchased. Before long, I will finally be able to leave the bedroom door open.
1. Fleur wallpaper by MissPrint in white/stone
2. Noguchi light sculpture Model 75D (Wish List)
3. Lamps by West Elm (repurposed from guest room)
4. West Elm's Diamond Quilt (purchased on sale)
5. Fabric for lengthen the hem on my existing drapes
6. Cushions from Cloth and Goods
7. West Elm's Dexter bench (repurposed from garden)
