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2016 Fall One Room Challenge: Week 6 Final Reveal, Part I

Transforming a high-end two bedroom apartment in 6 weeks
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The day of a final reveal in the One Room Challenge is always the best day!  And in our case, and lucky for you, this year we’re stretching it into TWO full reveal days.  It’s just really the only way to show you both spaces in all of their completed glory.  

But first, let me back up; if you’ve been following along for the past six weeks, you’ll know I’ve made it my mission to transform two model apartment units in the center of bustling Buckhead.  Of course, that has entailed an entirely different challenge than any of my former spaces, which were either rooms in my own home or the the WOM office (see ORC 1, ORC 2 and ORC 3).  All of these spaces allowed for me to pull my signature go-big-or-go-home moves, whether that was with custom lighting and fixtures, paint or wallpaper.  

While these apartments limited me in a few ways (they are rentals, after all!), they also had me starting with a bright, beautiful and clean slate.  As you can see here, our first apartment was already stunning, with plenty of natural light and the most high end, modern fixtures (you can find “before” photos here).  But even with the bumps, when you’re designing any space in just a few short weeks there are bound to be a few trials and tribulations along the way, (to get a full picture be sure to read Week 4‘s update if you haven’t yet). 

All that being said, I’m absolutely thrilled how today’s space came together.  I designed this two-bedroom apartment with a young couple in mind, and wanted to create an elevated, eclectic feel with of course, a gender-neutral palette.   I stayed true to my favorite blue and whites with a few pops of color here an there and infused plenty of details and accents that are full of texture, interest and personality…I hate for a space to feel generic, safe and downright boring. 

I also wanted to make the spaces feel real and livable, which meant running the gamut of high, mid, and lower priced items to bring that feeling to fruition.  I went high with some stunning statement pieces from Noir, ATG Stores, Taylor Burke Home, Annie Selke/Pine Cone Hill, and Worlds Away.  Hit that mid range with Society Social, AllModern, Minted, Joss & Main and Waiting On Martha Home.  And sourced great inexpensive details from TargetWorld Market, and even Urban Outfitters. By infusing high to low seamlessly, I was able to create a collected and homey feel, which is so very important in a rental space especially. 

Looking to the separate spaces themselves, the living room had a very unique size and layout I had to work within.  While seemingly difficult to design, I was able to work around both obstacles by utilizing versatile pieces that can pull double-duty when needed.  For example, I rather than your traditional coffee table, which honestly wouldn’t have fit in the space, I used a table on wheels that can be moved out of the way when needed and can double as a fantastic bar cart when entertaining.  Similarly, I turned to my go-to faux python console table, placed behind the custom sofa.  The console table provides a place for a table lamp, can easily hold items you’d typically place on the coffee table, plus houses a basket full of additional pillows and throws (because you can never have too many). 

While this apartment was a two bedroom unit, I opted to turn the second bedroom into an office.  The campaign desk suits the space perfectly, allowing the rest of the room to comfortably have the custom Taylor Burke Home settee, the perfect chair and ottoman for reading, and the collection of art (all fun, affordable prints from Minted, plus some framed pom pom tassels which I just love).  My hope was that while I chose to turn this space into an office, each possible future tenant could easily see this as either a bedroom or office, or even both if you get a pull out settee!

As we step into the bedroom, I can’t help but dote on the beautiful headboard from Noir, custom artwork by Blayne Macauley, and luxurious bedding from one of my favorites, Pine Cone Hill.  I’ve always been a big advocate for great bedding. You spend so much time in bed, so why not make it a true oasis with the good stuff?!  Actually, more on that to come; we’ll be sharing a complete how-to for properly dressing the bed here on the blog soon.  Anyway, along with the fantastic bedding, because space was again an issue, I did away with your traditional nightstands which would have made the space feel too cramped and instead brought in a smaller side table and my favorite wall sconce to provide an always needed night light.

So that’s that.  I’d love to know, what’s your favorite piece in today’s big reveal?!  And stay tuned tomorrow for the second apartment in all its fabulous girly glory.  Be sure to check out the credits below with all of the links to each piece pictured, and of course my other fellow participants’ final reveals today too; I know what I’ll be doing for the next few hours! Truly, MKR

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Photography, Rustic White for Waiting on Martha

Living Room
Sofa | Throw Pillows | Armchairs | Gold Side Table | Lamp c/o | Rug | ArmoirConsole Table | Art  

Shelving unit | Bar stools (similar) | Ginger jar | Starbursts | Glass Beads | Darts | Plates | Glasses

Kitchen
RunnerCoral Art | Fruit Bowl | Swirl Vases here and here | Orchid | Planter

Bedroom
Headboard | Bedding c/o | Throw Pillows | Lamp c/o | End Table c/o | Decorative Urchin | Art | Media Console | African Slingshot Art | Lamp c/o | Vase | Buffalo 

Second Bedroom, Turned Office
Settee | Pillows (different color) | Rattan stools (similar) | Vase | Art: Nude, Motel, Pom Poms, TownHand Hook Worry Beads (similar), Surf Board | Faces | Chair & Ottoman WOM custom order, call for details

Desk (similar) | Abstract Art | Vase | Globe | Succulent | Brass Ruler | Brass Desk Accessories Holder | Chair | Pillow (different color)

Bathroom
Towels c/o | Bathroom rug | Shower Curtain | Vase | Soap Dispenser | Camera print | Wood Box 


Participants
JANA BEK | CHRIS LOVES JULIA | SHANNON CLAIRE | COCO.KELLEY | THE CURATED HOUSE

DRIVEN BY DÉCOR | 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

An Easy At-Home Holiday Breakfast Bar For Guests

How to set up an easy and festive self-serve holiday breakfast bar
Filed Under > "Hostess with the Mostest"

One of the favorite things I have in my home is a makeshift tea station upstairs in my bedroom.  Ove the years, I’ve become a major night-time tea drinker.  And because I spend the majority of my evenings cozied up in my bed working, reading, or watching TV I got tired of running downstairs 2-3 times just to put the kettle on to get more tea. So, to alleviate that last year I purchased an electric tea kettle and turned a bar cart into a tea station. 

It’s nothing fancy, just an electric tea kettle and a tray full of mugs, tea bags, mulling spices, and all-things cozy. So when thinking about hosting all of our holiday guests this season I thought, why not turn my upstairs bar into an at-home holiday breakfast bar.  

If you’ve been following my Blog for a while then you know I have an upstairs loft that I turned into a sort of game room/bar area. It’s an awkward space, that truly doesn’t get used a lot. But it’s beautiful and I knew it would perfect for this self-serve idea.  

So why not set this up in the kitchen? Two main reasons.  One, it’s festive and fun, and I love doing small things like this to really make guests feel welcome and like you went all out for them. 

And two, all of the bedrooms are upstairs while the kitchen is downstairs.  I, like many people, love a slow, quiet start to my morning.  I don’t necessarily want to get dressed, and ready and head downstairs and start my day right away.  By having everything guests need right outside their door they can pop out and grab a cup of coffee or tea, and a breakfast pastry and head back to their room to have that nice leisurely start that every vacation should have.  Plus at night it can be used as that sleepy time tea station has become part of my nightly routine.

Regardless of where you set it up, a self-serve, holiday breakfast bar is beyond easy to create.  First, I made sure that I had all the morning necessities present.  Coffee maker, electric tea kettle, and toaster. I love this new vintage set from Russell & Hobbs.  It’s well priced, works like a gem, looks adorable, and the toaster even has a croissant toasting shelf!

Second, stock your holiday breakfast bar with everything guests would need to make it self serve so everyone can run at their own speed in the morning.  Think mugs, water, tea bags, coffee, sugar, utensils, napkins, etc.  And I stashed all of the extras in the drawers making it super easy if guests run out of anything. 

Third, I made it festive with holiday-themed coffee blends, pastries,  jams, packets of cocoa and tea. And of course, added a wreath and a few of my favorite rosemary and lavender Christmas trees as decor.

Lastly, I always make sure guests know that this is there for them to access at any time.  There’s nothing worse than being a guest who feels they have to tip-toe around their hosts.

And that’s it.  An easy at home holiday breakfast bar that is as festive as it is functional! Tell me, how do you make guests feel welcome in your home? Truly, MKR
 


 

Worth Noting: Fall at Home

It's time to get cozy, embrace some hygge and tuck right in
Filed Under > Everyday

Okay, okay, okay, I’m ready for fall.  And that doesn’t just mean the boots, sweaters and leather jackets.  I’m talking about the warm, you’ll-just-want-to-stay-in details at home too!  Now’s the time to weave in the hygge details you’ve been dying to display.  

Don’t know where to start?!  Think TEXTURE with natural hide pillows, wood and brass accents, and woven throw blankets.  And don’t forget oversized mugs for hot tea and apple cider!  I’m especially in love with this zodiac mug from our shoppe—I’m a Libra and have this exact one…and it is absolutely amazing—and cozy candles galore!  Cheers, Kat

P.S. For our team’s top fall style finds, click HERE. xo

One. Extra Large Libra Zodiac Mug, Waiting on Martha Home Two. Four Panel Hide Pillow, One Kings Lane Three. Twig Cheese Knives, Nordstrom Four. Mango Wood & Marble Striped Paddle Board, Waiting on Martha Home Five. Antique Bottled Long Fireplace Matches – Black Calligraphy, Waiting on Martha Home Six. Hand Carved Cherry Wood Bowl, Houzz Seven. Palo Santo Incense Sticks, Waiting on Martha Home Eight. Mini Round Cocotte, One Kings Lane Nine. Jersey Honeycomb Throw, One Kings Lane Ten. Chenille Throw Pillow, Target Eleven. Copper Whistling Tea Kettle, One Kings Lane Twelve. Roots cookbook, Waiting on Martha Home Thirteen. Brampton Sofa, One Kings Lane Fourteen. Gilded Gold Feather Tray, Waiting on Martha Home Fifteen. Large Ceramic Beige Marbled Candle, Waiting on Martha Home Sixteen. ‘Black 01’ Print, Minted Seventeen. Evanston Vases, One Kings Lane

 

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