Lyn's Modern Living Room & Bedroom Design
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Lyn's Modern Living Room & Bedroom Design Project Description
I am moving into my new apartment (1 bedroom apartment), and I need help with a) arranging the furniture that I bought b) decorating the house to fit my lifestyle and needs (purchase + arranging) without extensive alterations (rented apartment, would prefer not to cause permanent changes or paint the walls, etc) and c) finding some extra furniture to complete the look of the house (e.g. vanity table, full length mirror, lighting: no ceiling lights. only floor lamps and desk lamps are allowed). Since I have the major furniture already purchased (bed, dining table, desk, bookshelves, dining chairs, nightstand, coffee table, sofa) I am looking to spend maximum $2000 on extra items for decor, minor furnishing. Location
New York City, NY, United States What's your favorite decor style?
Modern
What are some of the interior design brands or stores that you like to shop at?
I was looking at CB2, Pottery Barn, Ikea (mostly due to a price point), Fab.com, etc.
What are your favorite colors for walls?
White, I Would Prefer Not To Pain The Walls, As It Is A Rented Apartment
What are your favorite colors for furniture and accents?
Sky Blue, Pastel-colored, Light Gray, Black/white Floor plan
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My Bedroom I want this room to feel more masculine/feminine/neutral
Neutral What type of sunlight does this room receive?
Mid-day light What pieces of existing furniture, lighting, art or accessories do you want to keep in the design?
I have the bed and drawers to function as a light stand. I also purchased a bunch of lighting options but again, I don't know whether to put these in the bedroom or the living room. Are you open to changing your wall colors?
No Are you open to changing your floor covering?
No Attach a floor plan
Additional comments to designers
Again, photos of the "furniture we want to keep" are internet photos of what we have purchased. Lightings: not so fixated on putting them in the bedroom. Just included photos of those for your reference (I don't mind them being placed in the livingroom or the bedroom). Also, the floor lamp (long one): I have two of those. (see below for dimensions and websites that you can go to for more info/photo) Bedroom: I have no idea what kind of "theme" I want for the bedroom. I want it to be clean, well-organized, not so crowded, and soothing. I also want the bedroom to be bright.
Concern: I kind of believe feng shui of the bedroom so i would not want to put my head on the North side (I would prefer east which is the wall right next to the door) or west is an alternative option (wall facing the bedroom door). I want a vanity table for the bedroom (whether it is a vanity table or a desk-looking thing with a storage: open to whatever suggestion) and I want a full length mirror. Concern is that I don't want the mirror facing directly into the bedroom door (it's considered as bouncing the good luck off of the bedroom).
Floor plan
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Items you want to keep
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My Living Room I want this room to feel more masculine/feminine/neutral
Neutral What type of sunlight does this room receive?
Mid-day light What pieces of existing furniture, lighting, art or accessories do you want to keep in the design?
I purchased sofa, dining table + dining table chairs, desk + desk chairs, bar stools near the kitchen, coffee table for this living room. I purchased a bunch of lighting options but not sure if I want to put those in the living room or the bedroom. Are you open to changing your wall colors?
No Are you open to changing your floor covering?
No Attach a floor plan
Additional comments to designers
Note:- the furniture has not arrived so I haven't arranged it yet. The photos uploaded on 'items you want to keep" sections are online photos of what we purchased that we hoped to put in the living room area. (see below for dimensions and website addresses where you can get more info/see pictures)I want the dining area of the living room and the sofa area for the living room to be harmonious (I am concerned because dining table, dining chairs, desk, and desk chair is all black when I don't want the living room to be too dark-looking). In fact, I want the living room to be very bright (I don't like dim yellow lights) so I would need recommendations on bright standing lamps that do not hurt my eyes. I also want the place not to look too crowded. Very clean, well-organized feel is wanted. I want the living room area to look spacious, easy to move around, and easy to maintain (cleaning-wise). But we are newly weds, so not so boring/dry either.
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Parsons Bone Tile Floor Lamp - Pillar
2 ALÄNG Floor lamp, nickel plated, white article no. 800.291.51
3 Birch Print - Desert Skies I
4 MALM 6-drawer dresser, white
5 Mini Pebble Wool Jute Rug - Natural/Ivory
6 Nailhead Upholstered Storage Bench
7 HENRIKSDAL Chair, birch, Linneryd natural
8 MALM Dressing table, white
9 Hemnes Mirror - White article no. 700.349.16
10 MAGNARP Table lamp, natural
11 Thermalogic Prelude Insulated Grommet Curtain Single Panel
12 Radiance Energy Efficient Roman Shade
2 ALÄNG Floor lamp, nickel plated, white article no. 800.291.51
3 Birch Print - Desert Skies I
4 MALM 6-drawer dresser, white
5 Mini Pebble Wool Jute Rug - Natural/Ivory
6 Nailhead Upholstered Storage Bench
7 HENRIKSDAL Chair, birch, Linneryd natural
8 MALM Dressing table, white
9 Hemnes Mirror - White article no. 700.349.16
10 MAGNARP Table lamp, natural
11 Thermalogic Prelude Insulated Grommet Curtain Single Panel
12 Radiance Energy Efficient Roman Shade
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Hemnes Mirror - White article no. 700.349.16 (ikea)
2 ALÄNG Floor lamp, nickel plated, white article no. 800.291.51 (ikea)
3 Sloan Upholstered Chair - Solids
4 EKERÖ Chair, Skiftebo beige
5 Crewel Circlet Pillow Cover – Light Pool
6 Starburst Pillow - Light Pool
7 GURLI Cushion cover, blue
8 HENRIKA Cushion cover, turquoise
9 Abstract Wall Art - Blue
10 Blair Buffet - Small
11 Lubna Chowdhary Tiled Buffet - Smoke
12 STOCKHOLM Cabinet with 2 drawers, walnut veneer
13 Mia Table Lamp - White
14 MAGNARP Table lamp, natural Article No 502.322.34 (ikea)
15 Moe's Home Collection Beach Canvas Wall Art
16 Key Wool Dhurrie – Regal Blue 5'x8' (WestElm)
17 Oceanstar Design Wooden Magazine Rack (Wayfair) *
18 Frosted Diamond Pillow Cover
19 BÖJA Floor lamp, nickel plated, rattan
20 Global Views Disc Vase
21 Thermalogic Insulated Grommet Curtain Single Panel
22 Radiance Energy Efficient Roman Shade
2 ALÄNG Floor lamp, nickel plated, white article no. 800.291.51 (ikea)
3 Sloan Upholstered Chair - Solids
4 EKERÖ Chair, Skiftebo beige
5 Crewel Circlet Pillow Cover – Light Pool
6 Starburst Pillow - Light Pool
7 GURLI Cushion cover, blue
8 HENRIKA Cushion cover, turquoise
9 Abstract Wall Art - Blue
10 Blair Buffet - Small
11 Lubna Chowdhary Tiled Buffet - Smoke
12 STOCKHOLM Cabinet with 2 drawers, walnut veneer
13 Mia Table Lamp - White
14 MAGNARP Table lamp, natural Article No 502.322.34 (ikea)
15 Moe's Home Collection Beach Canvas Wall Art
16 Key Wool Dhurrie – Regal Blue 5'x8' (WestElm)
17 Oceanstar Design Wooden Magazine Rack (Wayfair) *
18 Frosted Diamond Pillow Cover
19 BÖJA Floor lamp, nickel plated, rattan
20 Global Views Disc Vase
21 Thermalogic Insulated Grommet Curtain Single Panel
22 Radiance Energy Efficient Roman Shade
Bedroom:
For your main color, we chose to keep your existing white color as it offers a fresh, clean, feel to the space.
White and off-white colors are often a favorite for walls because they are light, neutral, and match most color schemes.
Again in this room we used a lot of the sky blue which you love as an accent!
White and off-white colors are often a favorite for walls because they are light, neutral, and match most color schemes.
Again in this room we used a lot of the sky blue which you love as an accent!
Bedroom Colors:
| Color | Name | Company / Code | Link | Area |
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| Decorator's White | Benjamin Moore / CC-20 | http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/cc-20 | Bedroom |
Shopping List:
| Decorilla Discount | Photo | Name | Description | Link | Dimensions | Decorilla Discount |
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10% Off |  | West Elm Parsons Bone Tile Floor Lamp - Pillar | Hand laid natural bone tiles. Bone tiles are hand laid in a herringbone pattern to create this exquisite floor lamp. Its size makes it just the right fit next to a sofa. | Order & Save | 10% Off | |
 | Ikea ALÄNG Floor lamp, nickel plated, white article no. 800.291.51 | This item can replace Parsons Bone Tile Floor Lamp from WestElm | Order & Save | |||
10% Off |  | West Elm Birch Print - Desert Skies I | A dose of California tranquility. Southern California-based artist Sean Jacobs uses a soothing beige and blue palette in this abstract landscape found exclusively at west elm. | Order & Save | 28"x28" | 10% Off |
 | Ikea MALM 6-drawer dresser, white | This furniture must be secured to the wall with the enclosed wall anchoring device. Extra roomy drawers. Smooth running drawers with pull-out stop. | Order & Save | |||
10% Off |  | West Elm Mini Pebble Wool Jute Rug - Natural/Ivory | Jute in a dress suit. Without being a scene-stealer, our Mini Pebble Rug slips seamlessly into almost any space, instantly making a room feel pulled together and complete. Wool softens jute's natural texture in a subtle marled mix. 82.8% wool, 17.2% jute in Natural / Ivory. Handmade by Craftmark-certified artisans. | Order & Save | 5'x8' | 10% Off |
10% Off |  | West Elm Nailhead Upholstered Storage Bench | The Nailhead Upholstered Storage Bench is seating and style in one perfect package. Ideal under a window, at the end of a bed or in an entryway, the versatile bench owes its tailored, handsome looks to a sophisticated shape and nailhead trim. | Order & Save | 10% Off | |
 | Ikea HENRIKSDAL Chair, birch, Linneryd natural | You sit comfortably thanks to the high back and seat with polyester wadding. The chair legs are made of solid wood, which is a durable natural material. Removable cover; easy to put on and take off. | Order & Save | |||
 | Ikea MALM Dressing table, white | This furniture must be secured to the wall with the enclosed wall anchoring device.Smooth running drawer with pull-out stop. | Order & Save | |||
 | Ikea Hemnes Mirror - White article no. 700.349.16 | Full-length mirror. Can be hung horizontally or vertically. Safety film reduces damage if glass is broken. | Order & Save | |||
 | Ikea MAGNARP Table lamp, natural | Beautiful warm desk lamp that gives a soft glowing light, that gives your home a warm and welcoming atmosphere. | Order & Save | |||
15% Off |  | DwellStudio Thermalogic Prelude Insulated Grommet Curtain Single Panel | Great drape. Each panel is sold individually Energy efficient foam back insulated Light filter from the outdoors | Order & Save | 15% Off | |
15% Off |  | DwellStudio Radiance Energy Efficient Roman Shade | Made with, vinyl this Roman shade is perfect for living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms Light filtering provides privacy and energy efficient insulation qualities. | Order & Save | 15% Off |
Living Room:
For your main color, we chose keep your existing white as it offers a fresh, clean, feel to the space.
White and off-white colors are often a favorite for walls because they are light, neutral, and match most color schemes. They are known to make rooms feel more airy and spacious.
For your main accent color, we chose to use blue because you love it and it is calming, relaxing, and serene. It is reminiscent of blue skies and also works well in bedrooms as it can help turn your space into a soothing sanctuary.
White and off-white colors are often a favorite for walls because they are light, neutral, and match most color schemes. They are known to make rooms feel more airy and spacious.
For your main accent color, we chose to use blue because you love it and it is calming, relaxing, and serene. It is reminiscent of blue skies and also works well in bedrooms as it can help turn your space into a soothing sanctuary.
Living Room Colors:
| Color | Name | Company / Code | Link | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decorator's White | Benjamin Moore / CC-20 | http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/cc-20 | Main Area |
Shopping List:
| Decorilla Discount | Photo | Name | Description | Link | Dimensions | Decorilla Discount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Ikea Hemnes Mirror - White article no. 700.349.16 (ikea) | Order & Save | ||||
 | ikea ALÄNG Floor lamp, nickel plated, white article no. 800.291.51 (ikea) | Order & Save | ||||
10% Off |  | West Elm Sloan Upholstered Chair - Solids | contact joyce@decorilla.com for additional discounts | Order & Save | 10% Off | |
 | Ikea EKERÖ Chair, Skiftebo beige | This Item can replace the Sloan chair from west elm | Order & Save | |||
10% Off |  | West Elm Crewel Circlet Pillow Cover – Light Pool | contact joyce@decorilla.com for additional discounts | Order & Save | 10% Off | |
10% Off |  | West Elm Starburst Pillow - Light Pool | contact joyce@decorilla.com for additional discounts | Order & Save | 10% Off | |
 | Ikea GURLI Cushion cover, blue | This Item can replace the Crewel Circlet pillow from WestElm | Order & Save | |||
 | Ikea HENRIKA Cushion cover, turquoise | Can be a replacement for the Starburst - Pillow from WestElm | Order & Save | |||
10% Off |  | West Elm Abstract Wall Art - Blue | contact joyce@decorilla.com for additional discounts | Order & Save | 10% Off | |
10% Off |  | West Elm Blair Buffet - Small | Order & Save | 10% Off | ||
10% Off |  | West Elm Lubna Chowdhary Tiled Buffet - Smoke | Buffet Table @ dining area | Order & Save | 10% Off | |
 | Ikea STOCKHOLM Cabinet with 2 drawers, walnut veneer | This Item can replace both buffet table from WestElm | Order & Save | |||
10% Off |  | West Elm Mia Table Lamp - White | contact joyce@decorilla.com for additional discounts | Order & Save | 10% Off | |
 | Ikea MAGNARP Table lamp, natural Article No 502.322.34 (ikea) | Can replace the Mia table lamp from WestElm | Order & Save | |||
2% |  | AllModern Moe's Home Collection Beach Canvas Wall Art | contact joyce@decorilla.com for additional discounts | Order & Save | 2% | |
10% Off |  | West Elm Key Wool Dhurrie – Regal Blue 5'x8' (WestElm) | contact joyce@decorilla.com for additional discounts | Order & Save | 5'x8' | 10% Off |
15% Off |  | DwellStudio Oceanstar Design Wooden Magazine Rack (Wayfair) * | Order & Save | 15% Off | ||
10% Off |  | West Elm Frosted Diamond Pillow Cover | Order & Save | 10% Off | ||
 | Ikea BÖJA Floor lamp, nickel plated, rattan | Order & Save | ||||
15% Off |  | DwellStudio Global Views Disc Vase | contact joyce@decorilla.com for additional discounts | Order & Save | 15% Off | |
15% Off |  | DwellStudio Thermalogic Insulated Grommet Curtain Single Panel | Order & Save | 63"x40" | 15% Off | |
15% Off |  | DwellStudio Radiance Energy Efficient Roman Shade | contact joyce@decorilla.com for additional discounts | Order & Save | 64" H x 70" W and 64" H x 36" W | 15% Off |
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