q street clients.

hey! i hope this post finds you all enjoying the last few hours of the weekend. i spent mine getting ready to depart the district for some fun in the sun. we'll be spending our 4th on the coast and i tell you what- i need it! the past week was so exciting. i finished up round one of the q street project. my clients wanted to update their bedroom and make it a warm and peaceful retreat. with two young children and super busy lives i wanted to make sure it wasn't only beautiful, but functional as well. with an eye for key pieces and an attention to budget, i am super proud of what the end product was. take a look and let me know what you think!

this was the before of the entryway/closet of their bedroom. they have this great loft space above the closet that added a lot of dimension to the space. since they share the closet i wanted to make it pretty yet accessible. they also wanted some storage spaces/laundry options-this is key with a busy family of four!

and the after:

i found these amazing window panels at homegoods and lucked out-i found two sets. this is an idea i love; covering the closet with drapes. it adds height and they can keep their closet as messy as it can be and simply draw the drapes if they like. the baskets-also a homegoods find- can double as storage and laundry baskets. i just love this view. i think it adds a lot of warmth to the room. 

before:

after:

i had to use a power drill and create knob holes for the built-in drawers. i think adding hardware to any drawer is really one of the least expensive ways to completely update a piece. i found these gems at anthro on sale from $15 each marked down to $2 each. i was prettay proud of myself. more pics:

the focal point of the room. the bed. this was the before(s):

and, the after:

i used all of the existing furniture-it was great and meaningful to the clients but needed a little tlc to make it all flow together. i spray-painted the lamps and bought new shades. i stained the end-tables which were hand-made wedding presents so i wanted to keep their intergrity. i added a fabulous mirror i found on joss and main and threw a few textiles on the bed to add some comfy layers. i wanted to make sure the room wouldn't be overwhelming or require any maintenance and i think we achieved that goal.

let me just say, however, the staining furniture in 100+degree temps was not an easy task. i do not envy people that have to work outdoors unless it's sitting next to a pool!

this was the before view when you walked into the room. while it was light and open, it needed some love. the paint alone was a huge update, but adding some window coverings and a chaise it really made the space functional and created a little cove which i'm sure will get a lot of use. 

and the after:

and my happy clients toasting the new room on their lovely new lounge chair:

 so happy to move on to the next room at the q street abode! and don't worry, you know i'll keep the pictures and updates coming. loves!