I started looking for inspiration for our nursery at the end of 2018, as soon as we had cleared the first trimester and knew the sex of the baby. (Thanks, required genetic screening!) We quickly settled on an American West + Adventure nursery theme. An upscale version, of course.
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Baby G.’s Nursery Reveal
One thing I knew for sure: I didn’t want to design a nursery that was too cute or too juvenile (if you know my sense of style, you’ll understand why). Once I really started looking, I was stoked to find so many cute neutral-to-masculine options that fit my global / modern / vintage vibe.
Thankfully, I was able to re-use a number of things we already had laying around the house. The dresser turned changing table has been in my family for YEARS. A fresh coat of paint and new hardware brought in the vintage vibe I’ve been loving lately. The mirror and and large scale Be Brave print were also holdovers from a previous life. Sometimes it pays to be a hoarder… I knew I’d use them someday!
I am over the moon with how this nursery turned out. If hard-pressed, I’d have to say my favorite elements are: (1) the tree stump side table, (2) the tassel light fixture, and (3) the bear rug.
For a long time {maybe even a decade}, I’ve said that my “A” “Number One” goal in life is to own a home. Like owning a home was when I’d feel settled, or mark the culmination of some series of events that meant I’d grown up and made something of myself. Something that would say, “HEY, I’m fabulous! This is how it’s done.” Well, then one day kind of recently, I woke up and realized that I’m tired of waiting for the perfect storm. If I’m not going to own a home {WHO CAN AFFORD THAT IN SF? Is it even fiscally responsible?}, I’m going to optimize my current situation. Everything is what you make of it. And I’m finally in a living situation that feels pretty permanent.
Now I’m learning about myself one room at a time — and I thought it would be fun to share.
I have a Pinterest board called Sweet Spaces, and for years pretty images have been accumulating there. While I have my personal style down to a science, my interiors aesthetic definitely needs some definition. Last week after a recommendation from a friend, I started parsing out this Pinterest board to other smaller boards that are labeled by room. I started with the Living Room. Then, I looked at all the living rooms to figure out what they had in common. It was a fun little puzzle and the resulting summary is really satisfying! Of course, you know how much I love making lists, so I guess that makes sense.
Living Room Summary:
Large scale art + gallery walls are a must.
Lots and lots of books. On tables, holding up tables, stacked super high, on makeshift shelves and piled into bookcases. Everywhere.
Black and white striped rugs OR anything that feels remotely kilim-esque or aztec/southwestern.
Big Plants in baskets or pots to make pretty vignettes.
There are pretty much 3 sofa options in my dream home: either a chesterfield, blue velvet loveliness, or something with clean straight lines in a color or pattern that packs a punch.
Same for coffee tables, 3 options: round, glass and minimalist, or reclaimed wood with industrial accents
Metallic accent tables, yes please.
Industrial floor lamps to toughen it up.
White walls that feel clean and fresh and allow the furniture to speak for itself.
Pops of color are paramount.
Bohemian, eclectic, happy? How would you describe it?
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I have always been a big fan of personalized stationery and note cards, but since I’m decorating a new space soon, I’m super drawn to their art prints. New space you say? Yes! More on this soon.
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I am over the moon with how this nursery turned out. If hard-pressed, I’d have to say my favorite elements are: (1) the tree stump side table, (2) the tassel light fixture, and (3) the bear rug.
