Tuesday, February 25, 2014

my upstairs ideas

Yesterday I got really inspired to come up with some ideas for our (future) newly renovated space upstairs.  With drywall being put up as we speak it's only a matter of time before it will be time to decide flooring, paint and décor for the new rooms.

After doing a ton of research I made some pretty basic templates of what I'd like to do up there.  Although it will be "newer," my main goal is for the space to flow with the rest of the house.  That being said, I'm really loving the neutral tones (gray, black and white) with some pops of color (aqua and red).  The "aqua" theme can be seen throughout our house so it should coordinate perfectly.



This was a room I wasn't initially expecting to have upstairs but with the larger room being split into two we will have the bathroom as well as an "extra" space.  How perfect is that?  A playroom for my boys and little girl.  I want this space to be really functional and for it to grow with them.  I'm considering some built-ins around the windows for storage, and obviously we have to join the ranks of Supermoms everywhere by purchasing a teepee.  Aren't they so magical?



Bathrooms are so easy - it's like everything is already there, you just have to add the color and the candles.  My starting point was the shower curtain; I saw it at Target last week and immediately knew it was the one.  All those bathroom accessories like the toothbrush holder, etc.?  I freaking hate those things.  They're way too expensive and usually ugly.  If you have ideas please send them my way.



This will be Patrick's room.  Eventually Connor will join him but not for a couple years.  I found the bed & the bedding from PB Kids and fell in love with it.  Now I'm not saying we'll purchase the actual bed from there (it's way too pricey) but I'm using it as an idea.  The bedding I will definitely use - you can't skimp on covers.  Comfort is everything when it comes to sleeping!

So what do you think?!  I'm so excited to get going with it.







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