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2dogssashatess personally I would get another matching lamp,. I like the chandelier idea

collettec I think the wall color could be lighter. Either white or a lighter color, perhaps a blue green. White drapes. I would match the lamp on the other side, and add a great art piece over the bed. Or could do something like a chevron wallpaper or wall treatment on the wall behind the bed to up the glam factor and add in other black and white accents, along with more mirrors.

olldbobbi Wow, nice room! I agree with getting another matching lamp. Personally, I'm not a fan of chandeliers in the bedroom but that's a personal choice. Could be because I live in earthquake country! I love the area rug, too!

What are the black boxes near the ceiling, are they speakers? I think it would be great if you could find a way to hide or disguise them. A beautiful print for above the bed, and you are stylin'!

Bonnie Beautiful Start! If you are going to stick with an all gray and white scheme I would recommend incorporating a few different shades of gray, be mindful to incorporate items of varying texture for interest. See all gray room here...

everydayatlas I have an etsy shop and I have a photo of a horse that would look really awesome blown up and framed above your bed! https://www.etsy.com/listing/123277964/wild-white-horse-travel-photography? I don't know if you like travel, but I also do custom maps in my shop and could do one of every place you have traveled to. I love love love the neutral tones here. I think with simple pops of color, it would liven it up but I do love the calm palette.

Anson Design CO Looks fantastic! I would definitely add some art above the bed. How about a throw blanket at the end of the bed? One with a little color or bolder pattern. I also like the idea of a small bench as shown in the picture posted by Bonnie.

Bonnie Another way to go is to pick an accent color to punch up the space. I also agree that you need another lamp. See pics below:

groveraxle Because of the height of your headboard, I would not do a standard size print over the bed. It will look awkward, I fear. I think you need something long and narrow. In keeping with the serenity of the room, my first thought was a long piece of driftwood. Then I saw this:

I think they're rolls of wool roving, but they almost look like sea sponges. Anyway, I think a grouping of something natural on the wall would be unique and interesting.

brody1313 Love your room!......a chandlier will be so romantic..........like your rug and bedding.......I like the glass RL lamp but think the clear glass is lost against the wall and on the glass chest.......definitely go for matching lamps on those georgeous chests...they need to be large enough to balance the headboard.....I think if you get the right lamps, you could eliminate using anything above your fantastic bed....there is another post of someone doing a bedroom very similiar to yours, they suggested a wonderful graphic wallpaper on the headboard wall...hope you can find it....there are some great pics and suggestions.......good luck....it looks wonderful....

picabelle Love your headboard. Can you please let me know where you got it? I agree that an area rug and nice pops of color will make your room the perfect place to be. If you can't find the right piece for above your bed you should consider printing three of your own photos on canvas and placing them there.

JWinteriors Notice details and copy what you like. You have great bones.. Picture one has nice high window treatments..a must for your room. Picture three, black lamp for contrast... White matted pics.

Andrea Prasch Thank you so much everyone! Love all of the ideas! Another lamp it is! Hopefully I can score at homegoods again. I'm toying with the idea of a wallpaper accent wall and your pictures really inspire me.

@picabelle It was a custom made bed I scored off of craigslist from a designer who didn't end up using it on a job. I've found some great furniture on there from home stagers and designers!

@ollidbobbi Thank you! Yes the speakers are my husbands "lovely" addition to the room. He gets his surround sound and mounted flatscreen and I get my furniture it's a win win.

Thoughts on wallpaper ideas? And what do we think of this chandy? (I live in earthquake country too btw)

cani Another earthquake country person here! Love the chandelier, it will look awesome in your room. Love your bedding too. Ahh, if only I didn't have animals to decorate around.

njmomma Love the chandy and love the room so far.

collettec I would consider something like a silver patterned wallpaper for behind the bed. Perhaps something along these lines:
http://www.grahambrown.com/us/product/57218/Darcy%3A+White+%26+Silver+Wallpaper

nanlu I love your new bedroom. I would add a pop of color - turquoise, lime OR lavender pillows, throw, artwork are possibilities.

njmomma What about this mirror over the bed.

njmomma curtains

Dajana Damjanovich Definitely like the chandelier~ you have a great foundation. When I style bedrooms I always think of layering textures. In your case I would Iayer in a shag rug or wool rug and a pretty throw tossed on the bed- maybe a little mohair or cashmere ~ have fun~

Andrea Prasch @cani I have 2 dogs and a 15 month old daughter! The dogs are not allowed on the bed though ;)
@collettec I love that website and that wallpaper thanks for the link!
@nanlu you said turquoise and I immediately thought of this throw I had downstairs. What do you think?

Morantz Custom Cabinetry Inc I am doing a similar thing in my bedroom. The headboards are quilted leather from z galleries. I exchanged my lamp for a taller one that matched the overall height of the headboard and I recommend you do the same. The scale of the lamp to the headboard is too small and will not provide enough light for reading in bed. We added some color punches with pillows and a throw from Joss and Main.com. A great site with good prices, but colors are not always as advertised. As a cabinetmaker, I built a custom nite able and wide dresser several years ago, which I am refinishing now. Great bones, though and good devise from others so far.

Julie Thome Draperies, Inc. You could do a pretty sheer roman shade on the window. It doesn't look like you have much room to stack panels there.

tboneill I love the idea of driftwood over the bed. Very long, extending past the headboard. Would pull things together into a very serene room. Beautiful

nanlu Andrea, I like the texture of the throw, but was thinking of a lighter turquoise or, maybe aqua to offset the darker walls. : )

Andrea Prasch @nanlu I agree I love all the neutrals

Andrea Prasch @juliethomedraperies we have plantation shutters. Would it looks silly to add drapery over them?

Keitha Andrea, did you say that you got your bedding at BBB in an earlier post or am I getting it confused with someone else??? Love the white bedding but for some reason I've always avoided it. I've got no children or pets at home and my bedroom needs a facelift sooooo why am I fretting over white?

Trina Wamboldt Beautiful bedroom! How about creating a wallpaper headboard? My hubby framed it out with baseboard trim and then we papered it.

Andrea Prasch @keitha yes it's from bbb and white scares people but I find it so easy to take care of because I can bleach it! I've spilt wine coffee etc on it. I spray it with oxy clean and bleach and it always comes out :)

Andrea Prasch Cute! @ trinawamboldt! I have a headboard though so that may clash with my headboard but what a great idea and your bedroom looks great!

Andrea Prasch Okay so I want to order the chandelier size 14" or 24"? The room is 151" x 131"

Julie Thome Draperies, Inc. Sorry Andrea, guess my eyesight is not so good. No do not add anything over the shutters. Shutters are a little hard looking on their own though...for a bedroom I would prefer to see fabric but I know a lot of people here do use shutters for a bedroom.

kit2650 Love the chandelier. Where did you find it??

nanlu Yes, I love the chandelier, too. Is it Quoizel? I have Quoizel pendants in my kitchen - everyone comments on how pretty they are. Sorry, I'm a visual person, so I'm not good at figuring out a size without actually being there! : )

Andrea Prasch @juliethomedraperies yeah I would have preferred drapery in the bedroom as well. The previous owners put in plantation shutters throughout the entire home.
@kit2650 zgallerie one of my favorite stores :)
@nanlu yeah I am a visual person too I think I may go with the 14" as we have a smaller condo but we do have high ceilings so I wasn't sure. I'll have to check out Quoizel! This chandelier is from zgallerie.

nanlu Andrea, I checked out zgallerie online. They have some very pretty pillows in aquamarine, venetian blue, green, eggplant, grey and silver. Cool artwork, too.

Andrea Prasch Thanks nanlu I know i love their stuff. I got another lamp like everyone suggested and i think it looks so much better.

picabelle That second lamp makes a difference. I'm going to start on my bedroom later this spring and I've picked up some great tips in the short 24 hours since you posted!

ciao44 I love all of it so far, what about a bench at the end of the bed?

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Iza Eisemann Great looking room! Second matching lamp made a big difference. I think the room is screaming for a large horizontal artwork above the bed, perhaps an abstract painting with bold colors (hot pink or reds). It would make a statement in the room and create a focal point.

nanlu The two lamps look great! So many wonderful choices of artwork on zgallerie - two vertical prints side-by- side or one large horizontal depending on the sizes?

Andi Puckett I'll have to put up some pics of our bedroom, I just redid it last year, gray on the walls, mirrored night stands, white velvet headboard and chandelier. We also have a sitting room, we put in a white fireplace, big gray ottoman and two white leather chairs, plus a flotaki rug. I tried to mix up the textures and the shades of gray. I did end up adding just a touch of aqua/blue in here and there. Finding artwork that you love is a challenge.

Sue So Just want to throw out yellow as an accent color. Maybe buy some tulips and see what you think? And to echo another suggestion, the fabric here is Dwell citrine gate or trellis, I believe.

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carolehe I really like your flooring! What colour/type of wood is it?

Kaylene Johnson Have you thought about pendant lights above the bedside tables instead of table lamps? Something simple. Or perhaps a wallpaper feature wall behind the bed?

Andrea Prasch @carolehe thanks! The previous owners put it in it's engineered handscraped hickory not sure of the exact color though.
@kaylene Johnson I plan on putting in a chandelier and have been looking into wall paper as well :)

mjmil I love what you have so far. The addition of the 2nd lamp looks great. I love the chandelier you are considering. I think the addition of wallpaper behind the bed would be a wonderful addition.

Andrea Prasch Andi Puckett I would love to see your bedroom it sounds beautiful and I'm a sucker for the neutrals and grays especially in the bedroom I want it to feel serene.

Marie Hebson's interiorsBYDESIGN Inc. Hello Andrea Prasch, Marie here.
You have a nice back drop - but your table lamps are too clear, they need some weight to them - make them a focal point - bring in more hits of gold as well from your night stands.

Make the table lamps - or wall mounted wall sconce lamps substantial - bringing in more of your mercury silver and antique gold - looks gorgeoous with your paint colour and neutral bedding.

Andrea Prasch Wallpaper I'm considering for back wall. Also I'm planning to paint the other walls to match. Thoughts?

Andrea Prasch Thanks Marie I plan on doing a chandelier like I posted above so I didn't want them to argue with it. I also intend on lighting up the walls and doing a wallpaper accent wall? What do you think?

Tara Corcimiglia Check out www.olioboard.com. I'm on there (Tara Corcimiglia) . It is an amazing tool to design with. Have fun!

Andrea Prasch By "them" I mean the lamps lol

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Andi Puckett Hi Andrea, these are not the best photos, getting really good ones will mean getting the pile of laundry off the bed. ;) One came out a bit dark so I took another close up shot so hopefully you can get an idea of the color! These are of the sitting area.

Andrea Prasch Andi what a beautiful room! I love that lamp and the mirrored frame artwork! Where did you get these?

milna Great room! You can add a group of mirrors over top the bed, a group of 6 squares for example. Or you can hang art over the night tables. Matching lamps would be great. And a dark grey coverlet at the end of the bed would be nice. The room also needs a chair.

cmcole1121 I love the wallpaper

claudinelwlr3 I think you need some contrast - perhaps a pop of color. I would go for the matching lamp. Window covering could introduce a pattern, color or perhaps a texture. Add something to the bedding to continue the theme.

bevballew Gorgeous room. Love the wallpaper you chose. Agree you need a bit of color.

kit2650 Sorry, I don't agree with some of the last comments. Your photo doesn't show how much room is above the headboard. I don't necessarily think you have to hang something above the bed. The folded coverlet at the bottom of the bed is a favorite of mine and something I always do, but there's no rule that says you must have a pop of color. A monocramatic look is beautiful if that's what you like. Otherwise, a couple of yellow or coral throw pillows are such an inexpensive way to add color if you are unsure. Your photo also doesn't indicate whether a chair or end of bed bench would fit. I think the room looks beautiful now and all you really needed was that second lamp!

butterflyy I'm a Z Gallerie fan too, however, I saw a similar chandy on Shades of Light site that looks a bit more like gray mesh on the shade and might work well in your room. If I knew how to attach a link to the site, I would! (Sorry). Gorgeous room, and I agree with previous posts on the driftwood idea over the headboard - fabulous!

Shobha Bhushan I think the wall paper you have chosen works well.Everything looks good ,you need to contrast some color thru art,painting or a floral arrangement,the choice is yours.I love the chandelier,the big size is the right one

Andrea Prasch Thank you again everyone! Loving your advice. I do love my monochromatic scheme and prefer to layer in textures not colors. I do have my rug on order that won't be here until May :( but I am hunting for a throw blanket. I was in love with this one that the designer had draped over the bed but she said it wasn't for sale and was a handmade one of a kind piece. Anyone seen anything like this?

kit2650 Myalpacastore.com

kit2650 Blueprint Bliss on Houzz has quite a few things like that.

calikym I'm not really liking the throw that you just posted but your room looks so feminine and perfect. I wouldn't add anything else right away. Just enjoy your simple uncluttered beautiful room. Less to dust, less to mess, etc..

melina21 where did you get your comforter?

Shobha Bhushan i THINK YOU NEED DRAMA NOW,AS NEUTRALS DO GET MONOTONOUS SO COLOR SPLASH GIVES BEAUTY UNSEEN.
If you are acrafts person You can crochet a throw using chenille in vibrant shades,michael stores have them,inspiration,books and material as well as books.
I am a crafts person so I love something personal,makes it worth while

Andrea Prasch @calikym you are so right and I'm glad I didn't get that throw. It is a little too rustic for my room. But I thought maybe something that size in a chenille might be pretty? Like you I also think less is more especially the bedroom I want to feel simple, elegant and uncluttered. You see my vision :)

@melina21 It's Dkny in "willow white" from bed bath and beyond. Sign up with your email and get 20% off coupons and you save a ton! Here's the link I highly recommend it! http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product.asp?SKU=122234

@shobna I am very crafty! I just wish I had the time and energy (I have a 14 month old) :0

Shobha Bhushan I SEE YOUR PROBLEM WITH A INFANT.definitely chenille throw from marshal,ross or macy may fit your design well

Andrea Prasch Okay so now that I have all my furniture picked out I think it's a good idea to repaint before adding artwork and accessories. The current color is too dark and green based I think and other houzzers have confirmed this as well. The bed itself is a light blue silk. I want a light gray or beige (think spa) and I know the possibilities are endless! Heres a close up of the bed

Andrea Prasch The other horrendous walls that need paint

bevballew Is this a different room from the fist one above? You have the,one light room so you may want this to be different.

Andrea Prasch Yes it's the same room I'm showing the other walls of my bedroom

Andrea Prasch I'm painting the bedroom and need color suggestions

Andrea Prasch Option 1

A M P Designs It's always a challenge starting on a clean canvas. I would find that special piece to work around. A piece of art work, rug, or accent fabric. Then grown from those colors and feel.

bevballew Are you painting the whole room? The wall where the headboard is, I thought that was a nice color. If you do not like it I would just go lighter but pretty much the same color. Will be interested in hearing other suggestions.

cmcole1121 That color looks like BMW Edgecomb Gray - highly recommend it if you are looking for a beautiful neutral beige/gray color. i would also suggest that you paint a piece of poster board and put up on wall (rather than painting wall). Painting over the existing color will never be true to the color ( i saw this with my own room)

Andrea Prasch @bevballew yes the whole room I am painting and the wall behind the bed I plan on doing an accent wall with wallpaper.
@christinemccole THANK YOU!!! this is why I post on houzz! We get to learn from each others mistakes! I am now painting on a poster board as we speak. The color is close to that it's Ben Moore "Abalone"

Manon Floreat I'm totally seeing a boutique glamour spa here! You have done a really beautiful job. I love your monochromatic theme and wouldn't add any color. I would definitely go with the wall paper and chandelier to add a little dazzle. I really like the idea of a bench at the foot of the bed. Perhaps you'd be up for a little pattern and purrrr . . .




I like the contrast that your current wall color provides, but perhaps a little lighter so it's more subtle. I think the swatch you painted would work if it were just a smidge darker.

If you can add a dash of black or charcoal, go for it. It can be just a peek, but will give the room some bottom.

Again, nice choices.

Andrea Prasch Thank you Manon you see my vision! If I can find a thin enough bench I like it would be great. I have a small space to work with and I love the picture you posted! I haven't see that one yet :)

aimran handled your bedroom project quite well! :) and i like that you're going for accent wallpaper for the bed headboard wall (y).. like the wallpaper chosen too.. do post final pictures plz!

you need a bench at the foot of the bed.. how about a bookcase or console or dresser under the tv? you will need full length curtains (higher than the windows)..

Andrea Prasch Thanks again to ChristineMccole and her suggestion here is the paint on a piece of drywall which is a lot more true to color

ktiquet Where did you get your turquoise throw blanket from? That is just what I need to fix my bedding disaster. Thanks

Andrea Prasch @ktiquet Zgallerie but I just looked it up to send you the link and it looks like they don't make the color anymore. It's the lazo throw. What state are you in?

Debra Gunstanson I like I found at the mall it has a vase and big red and yellow flowers it will pop that room, good taste

Shobha Bhushan Your choices of color and throw are going well,I think that a bench would add character like the one patterned which is shown ina earlier pic.LOvely is the word.I love how it is all coming together

aimran CURTAINS:

Shobha Bhushan A bit of patterned curtains ,as embossed ,self designed will work well

bevballew I would not add color. I have a bedroom same look and my accents are a very very soft blue and it is so soothing. When I wake up in the morning I feel like I am on a cloud.

cmcole1121 You're welcome! I don't have much design advice but can comment on things I've learned :-). The color looks nice - very soft and light (although it is hard to get real sense from photo).

nanlu Andrea, everything looks like it's really coming together - beautiful! I like your choice of Benjamin Moore's Abalone. I have Edgecomb Gray in my new kitchen. It goes great with my travertine backsplash, but I think it has too much of a beige undertone for your bedroom.

Andrea Prasch Thanks again everyone! Every time I start to second guess my decision on an all neutral bedroom I look at this picture and it reassures me :)

tboneill I have bm's abalone on my living room and staircase walls. It was a touch too light in my living room so we darkened it a bit. But I think it would look great in your bedroom!

Jillian You are incredibly brave having that room with a toddler! Don't your mirrored pieces have billions of tiny fingerprints? I have a 2.5 year old who cramps my bedroom style, ha.

think it's fine without a color pop, unless you fall in love with an art piece or wallpaper with color. As a fellow earthquaker I won't put anything above my bed but a canvas art in case it falls on us.

Karen Naylor fantastic looking room! why dont you make your own art work for above the bed? a long canvas with a few splashes of vibrant shades of citrus green/ turquiose/ hot pink/ orange/ red on a off white background....or a charcoal and chalk nude ??? the colour option would let you pick out accent colours for the soft furninshings should you wish to add colour for different seasons. good luck.... looking forward to seeing the completed picture xxx

Andrea Prasch Thanks Jillian. Actually it's an antiqued glass that never shows prints. She has the matching dresser in her bedroom :)

ktiquet I am in AZ all that matter? Do you want to sell me yours? Lol I need to fine a throw and toss pillows in that color. Thanks for any help in tracking that down!!!!!

Susan Jacobs I love what you are doing here. Your gray is gorgeous, and don't overthink it... there are so many grays out there, you can drive yourself crazy looking for the "right" one, when you've found something that makes you happy already. I would just add a natural, organic, earthy something somewhere: wood, wool, stone...

Andrea Prasch @ktiquet check out this link for pillows and yes I could sell you mine! Let me know http://www.zgallerie.com/c-7-pillows.aspx?pagenum=0

Andrea Prasch @susan jacobs I love that throw and mirror where is it from?

Susan Jacobs @Andrea Prasch From the "Eat and Sleep Boutique". Here is a link to their website
http://eatandsleepboutique.com/collections/all

jonespamelar Love the base color of the walls. Earthy and serene. Chandelier feels like it might be hotel-ish.. A neutral geo or jute fiber on the floor could introduce pattern/color instead of wallpaper. I agree that layered texture, fiber, throw and greyed driftwood would compliment nicely.
Large scale artwork above the bed with some warm color would be a focal point.
An architectural decorative element (Ms Jacobs suggested branch vase) would be visually dynamic while still organic. Linen or slub drapery or roman shade to maximize light. Enjoyed the discussion.

Andrea Prasch What does everyone think of this?

kiki8810 I absolutely love it all. Fantadtic job. I just recovered a headboard in white with silver nailhead trim and I'm going for a similar look. Having a terrible time with paint color. What are you using for a chest or dresser?

bevballew Stunning Andrea!

tatjanaoh some ideas

collettec For your paint color, if you are planning on wallpapering an accent wall behind the bed, I would choose that first to make sure that your paint color went well with the wallpaper. Like both your wallpaper choices - particularly the first one and the chandelier you just posted.

tatjanaoh more

kit2650 Love that chandelier!!

mel103 Love your bedroom and yes definetly to lamps

laursiedoone Love your room. The lamps look great now there's two and I would play up this soothing symmetry with pretty matching mirrors on either side above the nightstands rather that a peice up on the wall above the headboard. On the walls something to give a contrast either with pattern or by deeper tone to the lovely headboard would be nice. The first paper you posted is nice.
I was just flicking back up through the posts and saw there was already a pic of the mirrors there. I would go more ornate and higher on the wall.

beverlynn With the second lamp, the room is beautiful! I agree with Sue So, consider bright yellow accents; a couple of decorative pillows, or s throw, etc.

nanlu Chandelier is very pretty! If you're still looking for curtains, countrycurtains.com (not just "country" anymore) has a sheer linen curtain that is very nice. I have them in natural, but they also come in white or grey which would look nice in your bedroom. They are sheer enough to let light in and you can partially see through them, but not as transparent as traditional sheers.

Andrea Prasch @kiki8810 thank you and I will post some after pictures for some inspiration. Check out my bedroom boards I have posted too. As of now no chest of drawers we have built in closets on our bathrooms and use the nightstands for storage as well

Andrea Prasch Update I finally bought a chandelier today from a local lighting store. It's hard to see in the picture but I will post pictures when I get it put in this week :)

bevballew Thank you for posting the pink pics. I am looking for something just like that. Wow!

kiki8810 I absolutely love it all. Fantastic job. I just recovered a headboard in white with silver nailhead trim and I'm going for a similar look. Having a terrible time with paint color. What are you using for a chest or dresser?

Andrea Prasch Another wallpaper option

Andrea Prasch Option number 3

Debra Gunstanson Can't go wrong with grey and black

Smart Mural Stix How about this. This matches the paint color of your room and makes room more roomy :)

mjmil I think I like wallpaper #1, your first choice. Although any of them will add that sparkle and look lovely. And I love you chandelier.

Susan Jacobs I vote for wallpaper #1. Can't wait to see your chandelier up! Good point about picking the wallpaper before the paint... definitely do that! Hundreds of shades of gray will be waiting for you when you're ready!

Andrea Prasch Thanks! I really love number one too. I just ordered a sample :)

ingrid_f Found this on pintrest, love the idea and will be doing it soon, maybe because your wall isn't as wide you could do the side ones with mirror or a darker shade of grey with white on the other sides

ingrid_f Sorry meant on the outer area not out side

Andrea Prasch I love those Ingrid! I just saw those the other day in my salon and fell in love. They had wall sconces in them and it was gorgeous!

hockey456 Andrea,
I've looked through all of the posts. I've noticed much attention given to the wall behind the bed. I get it, but remember when you lie in it, you will be looking at a tv with components on top of it and some shutters. Don't deprive yourself of the whole bedroom experience. You are design savvy, so I suspect you are just working on that wall for now.
While I like the 1st wallpaper best, I feel if you add yet another shiny finish the room will fall flat. Consider putting a wall of fabric behind the bed (see below). It will hide the speakers too.

Love the chandy you bought yesterday. Put a silver stencil around it on the ceiling. You'll love waking up to that.
You need a dark nubby throw at the foot of the bed.
Also a cabinet under the tv.... Maybe just a bookshelf because I'm sensing there isn't much floor space left. Anything to get the components off the top of the TV.
Last, a floor vase with something textural and tall that extends up in front of the right side of the shutters. (You didn't want panels, right?)
LOVE monochromatic. Stick to your guns there. You can always add a vase of colored flowers if you are in the mood for a little pop.
Nice job! Like the room so far.

Andrea Prasch @hockey456 thank that's great advice. Yes I'm focused on this one wall now I know that room needs other stuff I just don't want to overwhelm myself. I am not opposed to window panels but would they look silly over the shutters when I want them opened? I also loathe all those components on top of the tv but how do I hide them?

aimran Is the tv going to stay mounted? If so then you can add drapes on that wall behind the tv to hide the components..

hockey456 Even just hanging a floating shelf under the TV to hold the components would help clean it up. Flat screen TVs are great, but what about those inevitable component boxes??? Ugh.
We drilled into our wall behind the TV and snaked the wires through to another hole to come out behind the components. Just a thought to hide the wires once you decide what you will do on that wall.
Regarding curtain panels... It would look nice to hang them beyond where the window ends on both sides and then they won't get in the way of the shutters. Do you leave them open often? Or just use the louvres most?

hockey456 If you like to open the shutters from the hinges, consider a valance or cornice box window treatment.

nanalea Dont clutter...I love what you have done..For a personal touch how about a silhouette of your daughter framed above your bed..Timeless

jan74 I wouldn't add art behind the bed if you'll do a chandelier, but a different color or wallpaper would still look good with the chandelier. But art + chandelier = too busy.

Debra Rigby Design I did a very similar small bedroom for a client (photos are on my site) and we painted the headboard wall a very dark shade of grey and used a sweet ghost chair in the corner. You could use some pattern
on drapery panels for even just a valance and coordinate with some pattern on your toss cushions.

aimran i love option 1 wall paper.. it is unique.. not ordinary.. stylish too.. others are just so-so. can be done but are not unique

aimran i liek hockey456's suggestion of floating shelf n curtain panel.. a cheaper yet effective solution

Andrea Prasch @DebraRigbyDesign I love the room you did! I had initially wanted to paint the wall behind the bed darker but most said I should go lighter. This looks beautiful though.

@hockey456 we actually do have a shelf above the tv but yes I agree and still hate the wires etc. Maybe we can drill a couple extra holes...great suggestion and yes the hubby likes it mounted. If I don't bother his enormous mounted tvs and speakers he doesn't question my designs.

@Nanalea
@jan74 Thank you!!! Less is more to me too. I'm not totally boring though I do plan on putting up something and love the silhouette idea! Get my chancy tomorrow yeeeeeee!!!

Andrea Prasch @anumaura I totally agree I have never seen anything like it! It's a new York paper and was hard to get a sample but after much research I finally found a place that would send me a sample! :)

aimran i wonder abt the price though.. a random estimate: it must be at least double the price of the other two...

Andrea Prasch About the same as the others anumaura. About $75 a roll (luckily I'm only doing one wall!) Here's the link to the great site I found if your ever looking for wallpaper.
http://www.decoratorsbest.com

Andrea Prasch The others are from Astek Inc.

dewi mayangsari what do you want theme of the room? elega, modern, or dynamic??
for dynamic and modern, i want give you somenthing that can be your inspired...i've learned combing, ragging technique for painting wall...

aimran thanks Andrea, saving it! :) i start on my bedroom next year when i shift in with my husband. :) bought bedding already.. :D

dewi mayangsari and ragging painting can beutify your room, and the techinque in http://hometolife.co.za/renovating/painting-ideas-ragging-techniques/

Andrea Prasch Can't wait to see your progress anumaura! I've learned so much from this site! More then school!

Andrea Prasch @dewimayansgari I'm going for an elegant/spa/high-end hotel look lol. I live in LA and have been trying to incorporate the hotels and spas I've visited. I do not have stucco though I have a textured drywall (condo living) so I don't think painting a print on a wall would be easy. My daughters room is vertical striped and we had to smooth the walls.

pattiegoode I currently have a very similar bedroom look. Except darker walls, because I do like color, which I have restricted to a rug, a couple of sentimental vases, & artwork. I did this hanging light fixture & we are very happy with the look - but we do use lamps to even out the light & we have a huge window that goes uncovered during the day.



I'd take down the shutters, wrap them up, & store them in the attic. Then dress the window. The shutters are too hard for your design aesthetic, I think.

Carol Gorzney I would (and I will in my own bedroom) hang mirrors behind the end tables . I've seen it alot and like the look

Gabberts Design Studio You're room is gorgeous and you are doing a wonderful job. Hanging the chandelier, putting the new rug down (when it comes in) and adding a few neutral pillows will almost finish off the room. I like the idea of papering the back wall, and like option #1. I would then add a piece of art or two (smaller pieces) and your room will be done. When designing neutral rooms, less is more. Don't add anything else or it will loose it's simplicity. It's been fun reading through all the comments!

hockey456 Andrea, keep the husband happy...by all means. Lol

bevballew Your room is so lovely. I would follow the last suggestion and be done. The room is elegant. The no. One paper will make it stunning with the chandelier and some art. Ragging, etc., is somewhat dated and your room just does not seem to warrant that. Can't wait to see the finished room! You are talented in decorating!

kblitp4 beautiful room. try art work over bed and your done.

stevensobti really nice, btw where is the bed from, thanks

Andrea Prasch Thought I'd share this photo with you all because it's part of the process and i found it amusing but here's my husband with a glass of wine in one hand and on the phone with the neighbor (electrician) while he installs my chandelier.

Andrea Prasch Btw he totally knows what he's doing I just thought this picture i captured was funny :)

Manon Floreat These are the things of which fond memories are made. Bless his heart!

Angelina Vick I just wanted to comment...I think your room has come along beautifully. =)

njmomma Ha ha, my husband has that same head lamp! He loves that thing.

kit2650 I lost my husband two years ago...just want to let you know you started my day with a big laugh! Enjoy every silly minute of him! I've learned to hang my own mirrors, etc....even sold my big house, bought an apartment, am renovating it, and living in a hurricane damaged summer home by myself. I know this is a DECORATING board, but I've been following your thread, looking for good ideas for my new apartment. Just had to let you know how your latest photo made me smile....I'm still smiling!! Those happy days with your hubby and baby will give you the great memories and strength to get through anything life throws at you!!

Debra Gunstanson I saw this yesterday

Andrea Prasch @kit2650 Thank you that also made my morning! I love home projects with my husband and my daughter loved watching his hand come troughs the ceiling. We had a blast last night and here is the chandelier that was lovingly installed

Design By 101 Pisces INC Yes on the matching lamp also add some color everything is stark white

aimran That golden light will make ur wallpaper sparkle :) looks wonderful

Susan Jacobs the chandelier is fabulous!

kareneckel Nice furniture! I love the end tables. Would you consider applying a ventian plaster to create an accent wall behind the bed? If it was highly burnished, it would reflect a lot of light from the chandalier and create a real rich look to the room. I would then add some silk or faux silk draperies. Anchor the bed with your new rug, add reading lamps to both night tables and some type of chair to relax in and enjoy your space. Good luck!

cmcole1121 Looks beautiful!

Andrea Prasch Thinking of doing "spa" blue accents? Kinda loving these pillows

Andrea Prasch More options

aimran how about checking this link: https://www.jossandmain.com/Best-Selling-Prints~E4061.html?utm_source=daily&utm_medium=email&utm_content=&utm_campaign=
also, Chelsea Pillow in Lilac
https://www.jossandmain.com/Best-Selling-Prints-Chelsea-Pillow-in-Lilac~PKHD1525~E4061.html

but keeping your wall paper in mind, i would suggest you to consider something like a single-motif bearing pillow, or playing with interesting fabric only..
u cud add a round shaped cushion too to add variety.. what you're looking into is full patterned..

Andrea Prasch Still not sure on the wallpaper anumarie. i need to have all samples in hand and in the bedroom to make my final decision but I agree I would not pick any of these with such a busy wallpaper Im just brainstorming on some neutral colors :)

Soring Interiors I love your vision of the different greys and textures.I like the idea of the darker grey on the headboard wall and the other walls a lighter grey. It seems like you could have a high small dresser under the tv so it's not just hanging there. If you don't want to deal with wall paper,there are matallic paints the would give a shimmer

Andrea Prasch Thanks soringinteriors! Im open to suggestions what colors were you thing for the walls? My bed is a very faint blue silk.

pattidvorak looks great, ever think of painting the ceiling? a nice very light spa blue

pattidvorak a beautiful jeweled pillow would look nice on the bed

pattiegoode My favorite bedroom color is a stoney taupe that appears different depending on what's nearby. I like my ceiling painted the same color, but that is just my preference for my bedroom. I have a white leather padded headboard, white bedding with linen trim, mirrored bedside tables, silver lamps, an antique cabinet, linen reading chair, white lacquered dresser w/ silver mirror, and a mixed color shag rug (greys, blues, taupes). My artwork over the bed is abstract and on other wall framed Klimpt posters. I use aqua blue & orange pillows & accents. Do what you love so that every time you enter the room, you say to yourself, "Oh, I like that!"

pattiegoode oooo! Those pix were right after we moved in! I'll have to post an update! lol

pattiegoode Update of my own bedroom in Abu Dhabi! I'll post one more to show you the sea view, then I'm done - I promise! lol

pattiegoode You got the view! Here's the 4th wall & dresser...

Andrea Prasch Thanks for the inspiration Pattie! Love your space and the view isn't too shabby :)

Andrea Prasch This went on sale today should I order?

kraulin Love this throw! Where did you find it?

Andrea Prasch Thanks I got it anyways I figured I could use it on my couch if it doesn't work in the bedroom. It's from West Elm on sale for $25!

kraulin What a score! Love your room!

Christine Lovely start. I would choose other lamps because due to its profile and height, it just resembles the lines in the headboard. I would go for lamps that are taller. You could do a series of prints across the wall above the headboard and add a padded bench to the foot of the bed and if you don't want to do rugs then maybe a runner on each side for chilly mornings.

kah416 I love your room the way it is, even with the darker color on the walls! It goes nice with your furniture and bed. Very pretty and glam! All it needs is a piece if art or pretty mirror above your bed and its just perfect! I kinda think wallpaper will make it look to busy, plus it will eventually go out of style and its a beast to take down. Just my little two cents to add to the discussion! I think your room is just beautiful and your choices were great! ENJOY IT! :-)

kah416 Ooh! I just thought of this...what if you put it long-ways above your bed!?! It's Mirrored Damask Panel from Pier 1 :) GORGEOUS! Or maybe somewhere else in your room? :) Or here's a couple other ideas :)
http://www.pier1.com/Mirrored-Damask-Panel/2561634,default,pd.html?cgid=mirrors_wall_decor
http://www.pier1.com/Pearl-Gold-Round-Mirror/2571696,default,pd.html?cgid=mirrors_wall_decor
http://www.pier1.com/Balinese-Carved-Wall-Panel/2672330,default,pd.html?cgid=mirrors_wall_decor

kah416 Ooh ooh! This too! :)
http://www.pier1.com/Shimmering-Damask-Wall-Art/2654171,default,pd.html?cgid=mirrors_wall_decor

deaquinoway Add some silver

nanlu The throw is very pretty! My son and his girlfriend decorated their new apartment in (almost) everything from West Elm, including the furniture. Looks great and comfortable, too!

Total Wallcovering I would use some yellow floral wallpaper from the Casabella collection

cani kah416, thanks for posting the things from Pier1. I cant find the dimensions of that wall panel. Have you seen it? Is it pretty or does it look gaudy? I have been looking for something to use as a headboard instead of an actual headboard and that might do it. I love bling anyway. Guess I'll have to take a trip to the next town to check out Pier1.

Holly Mayeux Andrea, one thing I would LOVE to see which will make a huge visual difference, is a contrasting quilt, blanket, or down filled duvet folded at the end of your bed. Probably tying in your smaller colored pillow... It will look amazing and "finish" the end of your bed... Also, LOVE the chandelier idea... IMHO :)

Holly Mayeux That's not the "cleanest" example and I would fold it in thirds (not as big as in the pic) but it will make a big difference. Its also functional and you will see this on the finest beds.... Sorry if I have repeated any ideas but your thread is so long! Can't wait to see the final, you are doing great!

Holly Mayeux ...and if you prefer no additional color... add more white at the foot ;)

Andrea Prasch Thank you do much again everyone and while I patiently wait for everything I ordered I've been making do with what I have and people still love it. The lamps really don't show well in the pictures but they are gorgeous in person and are staying "for now til I get a bigger home and put them on a sideboard or something" but here is the updated look as of now still currently a work in progress :)

bevballew Very nice Andrea! You now then have an addition of the dark gray throw.

analis BLACK FRAME UP TO THE BED.2/3 LONG OF THE MEASURE OF BED (FROM THE CENTRE).

readbetter What a lovely room! Personally, I like matching lamps. I also like a softly colored calm bedroom without much color but that is a personal thing. Can't wait to see the finished room.

Andrea Prasch Wallpaper sample has arrived

mjmil I still love that wallpaper and think it would be a great addition to your room. How do you like it?

Andrea Prasch @mjmil Yes I do too and its going up :)

mjmil I think it will be beautiful

aimran Its kind of bringing warmth with it.. That wallpaper

nanlu I love the pattern of the wallpaper as well as the shimmer in it!

bevballew Can't wait to see it up! Stunning!

Shobha Bhushan I think the wall paper is good

njmomma Oh! that wallpaper will look great on the wall. Can't wait to see it up.

Andrea Prasch Thought I'd share my progress because I just finished painting. I love the new colors and yes I know I'm in desperate need of decor and accessories :)

Susan Jacobs Just out of curiosity, what color did you end up using? It looks lovely!

Andrea Prasch Thank you Susan Jacobs. The back accent wall is Sherwin Williams "light french gray" and the other walls are Sherwin Williams "big chill" I love them both are such soothing and elegant grays.

Andrea Prasch I'm thinking of changing out the bedding now to pin tuck and going back to previous comments getting larger lamps? Suggestions on lamps and what do you think of the bedding for more texture?

aimran Your room looks great! Pin tuck looks better than your current but is similar style to the one already in your ownership. Personally whenever i buy bedding i want it to be a different piece.. But yeah pin tuck is better & interesting.
If you are good with sewing and stuff, you could try to imitate this bedding style

beverlynn LOVE the bedding!!

Susan Jacobs I love the existing bedding, and I think it has just as much texture as you'd get with the pin tuck. Do the lamps first, and then see what you think?

cani I love the new bedding but then I love the one you already have as well. If it were me I wouldn't spend the money for something new when the one I have is great. I'm loving your room so far.

bevballew Did you wallpaper?

Debbie I like the bedding you have and would like to know where you got the fluffy teal blanket.

Andrea Prasch @bevballew no I decided against it because we plan on moving in about a year from now.
@Debbie Thank you the peacock color throw is from Zgallerie and called the "lazo" but they no longer make the peacock color but have other colors.

mmbroso I would keep your current bedding. Post pictures of the wallpaper once its up. Also where did you order that wallpaper? I love it!

bevballew It is beautiful paper! Agree not to spend money, etc if you are moving in the near future.

aimran aw.. the peacock colour is so rich. loving the throw..

you're looking for new lamps right? how about this:

Andrea Prasch @mmbroso I love it too! It's York "stardust"

Andrea Prasch Any suggestions on lamps?

aimran how about this in white: Mercury Glass Lamp or Contemporary Swanky Gray Bold Stripe Civitia Table Lamp Sonneman Plinth Black Nickel 33 1/2" High Table Lamp WOVEN PAPER SHADES IN DIFFERENT WEAVE PATTERNS

outletsart You can make your home more Artistic.I hope this can help you to make your home more beautiful. Weclome to my site: Outletsart .com

Cheery Curtains I would prefer lighter and warmer color for bedroom. Also what about these curtain designs?
http://www.cheerycurtains.com/qyb251cc.html
http://www.cheerycurtains.com/qye122db.html
http://www.cheerycurtains.com/qye223bd.html

bevballew I thought you purchased new lamps. I believe somewhere above is a good example. I would say white shade, glass base, square base.

mjmil Andrea The new color you painted your bedroom is lovely. The pin tuck bedding is very pretty IMHO I wouldn't spend the money on something that is so similar to what you have. I think if you do purchase new lamps I would choose a larger pair. However, I think I would first buy some artwork and accessories and then see how you like the room. It really is very beautiful.

Shobha Bhushan contemporary grey blue stripe will work with the country look you are creating.It looks good ,except that the lamp need to be changed and some more accesories are needed

Andrea Prasch @anumara I really like the mercury glass lamp ideas!

judyg

Murals Your Way We've got a ton of modern respositionable wallpapers at Murals Your Way! http://www.muralsyourway.com

Shobha Bhushan Maybe you can think of the mercury glass lamp.It feels right withe the present pic that has been posted

Andrea Prasch Yes you all got my creative juices flowing. The only reason these lamps are here at the moment was because they are Ralph Lauren and were a wedding gift but I agree they feel wrong in the space. I was thinking something like these would look lovely

bevballew Nice choices Andrea. Had you trout of putting books or something under the lamps for at least now?

Lift and Stor Beds I love the nightstands! I agree that it would look great with matching lamps. Another thing you might want to look into due to the smaller size of the room is a storage bed http://storagebeds.com/ next time you're looking at furniture.

Andrea Prasch @bevballew yes! I really like those fashion coffee table books :)

aimran or you could go for a medium sized, portrait shaped, printed canvas behind your lamps.. that way they might stand out more and you will have art in the room too.. http://pinterest.com/pin/13370130115223866/

aimran otherwise, of the two you posted, mercury looks better and i feel you could use that elsewhere around the house once you're done with them.. that may not be the case with the other one.. also, mercury is different than the Ralph Lauren ones.
btw i like that you have good brands in thsi room :)

Debbie I thought of your room when I saw this lamp on Joss & Main this morning.

https://www.jossandmain.com/Bedside-Vignette-Cadence-Table-Lamp~EHQ2654~E4828.html

Andrea Prasch @anumara I was looking around today and found a set of Drexel heritage lamps at homegoods. I brought one home to see how it would look and I realize I defiantly need something taller. I'm kinda loving them but still like the idea and look of mercury glass...

Andrea Prasch .

aimran Ahan, i get what you mean.. What is their height?
If all fails you can look into DIY mercury lamp tutorials on pinterest.com..

Shobha Bhushan Maybe you can keep these lamps and combine some more accesories in blue like a blue plate ona stand,just make sure of the scale something which combines with blues and has reds too

Jackie Rhodes wow, lots of comments! I haven't read them all but enough to know you must be feeling a bit overwhelmed~
I saw where you decided against the wall paper since you will be moving, but if you wanted a bit of the feel and look of that paper without the permanancy, buy some blank canvasses and paper those, then hang your "artwork" and voila, you get the look and also get to take them with you when you leave. On everything else, I will say "job well done", it looks lovely.

Andrea Prasch I ordered these :)

Andrea Prasch They are 30" heigh and about 3" taller then my headboard. What a difference the taller lamps make!

aimran I like their shape! :)

Shobha Bhushan I like the lamps specially the base looks mercury coated,the finish you wanted

mjmil The lamps are really pretty. I think the taller lamps is going to look great.

bevballew Beautiful Andrea! You have nice taste and are good at decorating!

Chelsea Pineda Interiors Looks great! You need a few pops of color whether that be brought in through accessories, wallpaper, or through major pieces like a chandelier is up to you. I suggest wallpapering the wall behind your bed. Check out The Hothouse Collection by Osborne and Little. They have lots of great options to chose from. I would def purchase another lamp for the other nightstand. Possibly put a large starburst mirror above your bed. Could be a nice focal point.

Shobha Bhushan Now you are ready to complete the look

bevballew She is moving in a year so does not want to wallpaper.

katymomof2 Definitely a few pops of color would add a TON (sea foam green or turquoise look great with you room colors). Chandelier would be finishing touch and you would LOVE IT! It would be costly but it may be something that would make you happy enough and therefore worth the expense?

Chelsea Pineda Interiors Bevballew, oops I didn't see that in the feed. Well in that case, you could always buy a roll or two of paper and have a few drops framed and mounted on your wall. That was you can take them with you when you move:) Love what you have going so far!

Andrea Prasch I do have a chandelier! I know my feed is insane and longgg so heres a current picture of the space and the lamps and pillows I ordered...
@Chelsea Pineda Interiors I think that is thee most wonderful idea to frame the paper!

Shobha Bhushan I too think framing and mounting the paper is a good idea,odd nos add drama ,so you can think about it

Decor Partners Company Ltd Paint wall the off-white, and mounting the decoration art on the wall would be good.


Fine art/ frame art from decor_candy@vip.163.com

aimran i love the mount-the-wallpaper idea.. i have seen an article on that on houzz... where they did that to the entire wall and could take it to the next house to install..
regarding 2 or 3 panels: i think you could achieve a nice result with framing on the two far sides only of your headboard wall.. like this pic, with columnar effect atop the side tables minus mirror.

outletsart You can make your home more Artistic.I hope this can help you to make your home more beautiful. Weclome to my site: Outletarts .com

Studio Arterie hello andrea, love this style! if you ever would like to do something more extravagant without losing this theme.. please, have a look at our art murals on wallpaper.

Tara Corcimiglia LOVE the look on the right...Go for it!

Tara Corcimiglia Middle

Daniel Dionne Designs llc No offense intended here but I am not getting the mural concept. (Maybe the middle one?.......) You have a wonderful foundation for a space that is serene, refined and quite elegant. I feek like restraint and subtlety should be the order of the day. Already lots of great suggestions. Will look forward to this evolution.

Decor Partners Company Ltd Good wall paper, Studio Arterie! I like them very much!

bevballew Agree. Do not like the mural idea.

amafixer Like the idea of framing the wallpaper so you can take it with you.

pattiegoode I understand the framed wallpaper in theory, but I'm not sure the effect will be the same. An accent wall of the silvery-reflective design you picked out would be a stunning statement, but it will lose impact when broken up into small framed sections - IMHO. Consider stenciling a design on the wall for a similar effect.
http://jonesdesigncompany.com/decorate/painted-wallpaper-a-tutorial/

Tania D IMO, the lamps disappear in the room. Am redoing my room too and have been considering this art. It would work for your room too, I think.

Tania D NM, see that you are getting new lamps. Love them!

Andrea Prasch Yup new lamps and accent pillows on the way... I posted them scroll up to see :) Also found this really cute idea on pinterest today... Wedding photo and vows!

Andrea Prasch And maybe something like this above the bed...

aimran Oh, I have another suggestion for the headboard wall. Idk why i didn't think of it before (i intend to try this in my bedroom someday, DIY ;) ). it'll work just fine with what you have. infact it'll be like an overlay on your new paint in portions only, depending on design chosen.. this is what i mean, opaque pearly paint :
Karla Trincanello, NJ CID, ASID Allied 1 Karla Trincanello, NJ CID, ASID Allied 2 the designer has even described how she did it..
but yes, it all depends on manual efficiency.. which is the design variable here..
Am quoting the designer's top paint treatment:

"Benjamin Moore makes a wonderful pearl paint finish which was used over a decoratively painted strie. Inquire about it at your paint store. The base color was a combination of a yellow dry brushed over white so it was not a solid color." "She started with Benjamin Moore # 198 Cornsilk for the base treatment. Benjamin Moore has a great group of opaque pearl treatments that go over paint color which did the effect you see with the stripe and diagonal walls that seem to glow. The painter use B. Moore opaque Pearl paint (not sure which but they are opague and the paint store can help make a selection. We used it as a strie treatment over the base color. Then the pearl paint again to create the stripes and diagonal pattern over the paint treatment. She did the stripes and diagonal wall freehand by marking the walls lightly with pencil to follow the lines. Good luck, it is a lot of work but oh so "

Andrea Prasch @anumaurua that is gorgeous and also a great idea! We did stripes in my daughters room so that was a great learning experience... Now if I can only talk my hubby into doing it again lol

aimran lol! my creating this in my bedroom will also depend on my husband's help :D good luck! :) you could consider a diff design than stripes.. you know even free hand..

Shobha Bhushan Maybe you can think of stenciling ,or use some stencils which has a adhesive back.

Andrea Prasch Thanks Shobha this is why I love you guys! You all get the creative juices flowing and we can all think outside the box. My biggest challenge with my townhouse is I intend to sell in a year so I need to keep it turnkey but also would like it to make me happy for the next year...

aimran also, interiors should look good, if you want to sell it. :)