The One Room Challenge: Week One October 2, 2014 | So I’ve decided to jump on board the crazy train and join in with the One Room Challenge again this go round. ::If you are new here, see my first challenge HERE and the second HERE:: I went back and fourth this time because there are already so many blog projects going on and I really just didn’t want the stress of it all…because pulling a room together in 6 weeks ain’t no joke, people. Initially, I wanted to revamp our kitchen, because out of all of the rooms in our house it’s the one that could use the biggest facelift and really payoff for us when we decide to sell. But the reality is, I just couldn’t take on painting cabinets, installing all new fixtures and plumbing, and wasn’t excited about how stressful that would be. I decided to go forward with the Challenge, but am going to re-work our half bath instead. I’ve been talking about it and planning the design for it for what feels like forever, so nows the time to do it, right?! I feel like powder rooms are meant to be dramatic, and we all know that’s right up my alley! It’s located right under our stairwell, so it doesn’t get any natural light, adding to it’s moodiness. I imaged pattern on the walls, brass fixtures, monograms and a funky piece of art. I want guests to be throughly entertained while going to the loo! The obstacles we face are existing wallpaper that has been painted over, funky lines due to it being underneath the staircase, and overall just working in such a small space. I’ve shared these plans before, but if you are new here, this is the mood board: Sources: Gold Bamboo Mirror: Pier 1 (ON MAJOR SALE!!! Under $100!) Scalloped Sconces: Lamps Plus (Also on major sale!) Removable Wallpaper: Wallternatives (English Garden) Storage Baskets: Serena & Lily Bath Rug: Serena & Lily Monogrammed Towels: Bellalino And here’s the Before: Pretty much a blank slate, right? So here goes, cheers to 6 weeks and a total makeover! Make sure to check out the other linking participants, because as you know there’s some major talent linking up.
Improvement List says October 2, 2014 at 11:02 AM Love that wallpaper! I will be following along to see how it all turns out.
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:20 AM Thanks Frances! I am excited to see yours as well!!! welcome back 🙂
mrs. V | Chez V says October 2, 2014 at 11:22 AM That plan looks gorgeous! We are on the same wavelength with our bathrooms. Cheers to this crazy 6 week ride!
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:22 AM Yours looks fab, lady! So fun to both be doing bathrooms. Lets hope I don't get claustrophobic in there and bail…cheers!
Celine @ aquahaus says October 2, 2014 at 11:23 AM That is going to be seriously beautiful. Love the free reign you have in a powder room. xo
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:22 AM Thanks Celine! Dying to see yours come to life!
Casa Vilora Interiors says October 2, 2014 at 11:30 AM I am loving that bold wallpaper. It will be gorgeous!
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:23 AM eeep thanks! I'm in love with the paper
Christine Dovey says October 2, 2014 at 11:38 AM Holy wallpaper mother load- that paper is AMAZING! I can't wait to see this happen- CAN'T WAIT!
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:23 AM Isn't it fun?! Of course always love following along with your beautiful ORC spaces, Christine! xo
Krystine @ www.KrystineEdwards.com says October 2, 2014 at 12:13 PM This is going to be great! I cannot wait to see the finished products!
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:24 AM Thanks K! So happy you're on board again too! xo
marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says October 2, 2014 at 1:47 PM Oh I love that wallpaper, this is going to look amazing.
pam {simple details} says October 2, 2014 at 1:53 PM Mallory, you always rock the ORC, that wallpaper is going to be SO fabulous!
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:25 AM Thanks Pam! YOU always rock the ORC, my friend and I cannot wait to follow along with this Master makeover! xo
Kimberlee Martin says October 2, 2014 at 2:15 PM Dramatic powder rooms are right up my alley. Your makeover is going to be great!
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:28 AM Who can turn down a little drama, right?! Thanks Kimberlee! xo
Kathleen says October 2, 2014 at 2:20 PM That wallpaper is killer! It looks like it has staying power to me. If you want a quick change almost anything will work with it 🙂
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:29 AM I totally agree Kathleen….now to sell my husband on that! #hisopiniondoesntcountanyway
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:29 AM Thanks Jennifer! Now can you please come over and style it all pretty for me!?
kate@willowinteriors says October 2, 2014 at 5:53 PM Loved your living room so I know that you will nail this! And you are off to a great 'dramatic' start! Can't wait to see more!
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:30 AM Aw Thanks Kate! So glad you are following along!
Ange Nelson says October 2, 2014 at 6:23 PM Just love that inspiration board! I was originally going to d our Powder Room as well and was going to wallpaper but I changed my mind so I'll live vicariously through you!
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:31 AM Ange! Died over your "sexy bedroom" plans earlier today…going to be so good!
Decor To Adore says October 2, 2014 at 10:25 PM What a lovely half bath this is going to be. The wallpaper is fantastic! I cannot wait to see your progress and how it all unfolds. I too am participating in the One Room Challenge. My challenges? I just moved to a completely new state (Texas) last week and therefore have no idea where to source things other than Wal Mart and Home Depot. 🙂 I am currently battling strep throat and just want to lay around and eat soup as opposed to painting a 30 year old polyurethaned oak coffered ceiling that has never before seen paint. The accompanying powder room rivals the worst gas station stall ever. But a bonus is that the previous owners installed a wine glass and bottle holder on the ceiling of the bathroom. I kid you not. Come take a peek.
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:39 AM Oh no you poor thing! I would be a total fish out of water. You definitely have your work cut out for you, but your plans are amazing and I love the meaning behind them all! Where in Texas are you?
Sam @ Away She Went says October 2, 2014 at 10:39 PM I love your plan! I'm working on my master bathroom for the challenge, so it'll be fun to follow someone else working on a bathroom! I can't wait to see your progress over the next few weeks!
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:40 AM Yay! Yours will be awesome. Cheers to 6 weeks stuck in a bathroom…sigh!
Linda {Calling it Home} says October 2, 2014 at 11:56 PM Hi Mallory, what a potential jewel box you have here. Love the wallpaper. Love the mirror. Love the baskets. Love the monogram towels. Good luck.
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:40 AM Thanks Linda! Fingers crossed it all comes together!
Mary@ I Like it Lovely says October 3, 2014 at 12:53 AM Love the paper and can't wait to see what it looks like!
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:41 AM :::hoping its as pretty in person:::: xo
Katie {Miss Dixie} says October 3, 2014 at 1:30 AM I think your bath is going to be fabulous, especially with that pretty paper. And im definitely eyeing those sconces- what a steal!!
charmingincharlotte@gmail.com says October 3, 2014 at 1:41 AM Hey Girlie! How about those sconces?!! Cheap! SO glad you're hopping in this go round! xo
Melissa @aprudentlife says October 3, 2014 at 2:34 AM I love a bold powder room! Mine bores me to death every time I'm in there. Can't wait to see how your room comes together.
Shelia Dowd says October 3, 2014 at 6:10 AM The wallpaper is amazing and I love the mirror -what a bargain! You are going to love your new space!!!SheliaHouse of Highlands
Julia Fain says October 3, 2014 at 12:24 PM our half bath is (very!) similar! we just moved to Charlotte. look forward to seeing the new design!
Bethany DeVore says October 3, 2014 at 7:34 PM This is going to be so good! I think every half bath needs dramatic wallpaper!
Michelle @ Eamonn & Jack says October 3, 2014 at 9:16 PM Wow! I love the bold wallpaper you've chosen – it will really make the room! Can't wait to see it all finished – good luck with the challenge!
Elizabeth @ The Little Black Door says October 5, 2014 at 3:09 AM Love your plan! I can't wait to see it come together.
Kristen @ Pursuing Vintage says October 5, 2014 at 5:09 PM I'm doing a powder room, too. Love your inspiration board! And that mirror is great and sounds like a major deal! Way to go!
Erin says October 6, 2014 at 4:53 PM Wow…I really like that wallpaper! I think you are headed in a great direction, Mallory! Can't wait to to see how this all comes together. Good luck 🙂
Vanessa@decor happy says October 6, 2014 at 9:02 PM I think the general consensus is that wallpaper is amazing! Love it. Looking forward to following along.
Tiffany says October 7, 2014 at 1:25 AM Love that wallpaper. It's so fun! This is going to be gorgeous.
