Surprise! I have a whole new room to share! This was actually a styling assignment for Sauder, for use on their blog and social media channels, but I thought I’d share it here too (because it’s pretty darn cute).
I’ll pull together a ‘get the look’ at the end of the post. The style here is a little more on trend than the rest of my home with the white on white, boho fringe pillow, and mod lamps, so this was a fun space to work on! I approached it as I would for a client, creating a budget-friendly guest room.
The attic’s roofline makes this a tricky space. The only options for turning this into a bedroom would be a pair of twin-sized beds, one on either side under the eaves (which I adore), or a larger bed directly in front of the window. In this case, I would be incorporating a queen-sized bed, so that set the layout. I liked the way this headboard mimicked the angles of the room, and the perforated metal lets line shine through — a must if you’re going to block a good portion of the only natural light source.
Also, a note on safety! I installed window guards on the third floor’s lowest windows. I don’t love the bars, but I feel better knowing they’re there.
There’s a little more headroom on the other side, but it’s a small space. There is no closet, so a small dresser is kept empty — ready for guests. An armoire or chifforobe would be a nice alternative if you host frequently and want to offer some hanging space, or you could bring in a freestanding garment rack. A little accent chair and side table fill the corner on the other side.
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Instead of a pair of nightstands, there is an upholstered bench on one side, standing in as a luggage rack. It also works well at the foot of the bed — the usual placement in a bedroom.
The Moroccan rug was from my trip to Marrakech a couple of years ago. The wall-to-wall carpet in the room was nothing special, but it’s neutral with a low pile, so layering a rug on top works well. The walls, bedding, and curtains are all in white, and that long pillow makes the bed, perfectly playing off of the subtle embroidered pattern of the duvet cover and shams.
Be our guest! Be our guest!
Get the Look
I’ve used affiliate links when possible and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. The Sauder furniture used in the room was chosen by me and provided by the company, but as always, all opinions are my own.
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Viabella Queen Headboard and Footboard — $200 each, plus bed frame
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Open Market Pillow — $128
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Round Sorrento Mirror (similar) — $200
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White Grommet Curtains — $20
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Erin Gregory, Blooms III — $189
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Viabella Accent Bench — $155
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Collins Brass Sconce — $64
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Embroidered Diamon Duvet Cover and Shams — $80 (queen)
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Gold Desk Clock — $15
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Metal Table Lamp — $43
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Maya Accent Chair — $155
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Vintage Luggage — price varies
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Marrakech Inverted Zigzag Wool Rug (similar) — $552 (7’6″ x 9’6″)
32 comments
Nicole
This IS a lovely, inviting guest room… but can I ask: how in the world is this budget friendly? 128 bucks for a pillow? That seems excessive. I was looking for ideas for a guest room on a budget and I LOVED the look you created. Perhaps you could also include links to similar, more frugally priced items? It really is beautiful and welcoming. But budget friendly? Not quite.
Making it Lovely
That pillow is expensive — a splurge compared to some of the other items I chose — but I’d argue that it’s worth it. I did spot this one at about half the price that would be a great substitute though!
Clarissa M Thomas
I’ve been planning a plan for my guest room, and this is now my inspiration room. Thank you! I see the floral artwork is no longer available. Do you know of a similar piece??
Making it Lovely
Ha! Maybe you just *really* like the planning stage. :)
The painting was a framed print, but you can also buy prints (and originals) by the artist, Erin Gregory, and then frame them yourself or have it done.
Clarissa M Thomas
planning a design, not planning a plan lol
Ami
I really like this. It feels fresh and modern, but very “you” and with lots of character.
thesweetbeast
You are so talented at mixing prints, you wow me every single time! And you always get me wanting more feminine looks.
joanna // jojotastic
this is so cute, Nicole!
Celeste
This room is great! I’ve been wondering where that rug made its way to and it seems like the perfect spot.
Emily
It’s a very cozy and inviting guest room. I love an asymmetrical disposition of a bedroom and a bench on one side of the bed is an excellent way of doing it.
Shelly Mathes
Really nice styling, you did a great job. I would love to be a guest in this room!
Jen
What a perfect headboard for a bed that’s going in front of a window! And it feels so special and unique- such a fun piece for an easy-breezy room :)
Making it Lovely
It really is the perfect shape for the room.
Tiffanie
I love this room! I NEED that pillow! oh, how I have missed some of your design reveal/ make over posts.
Making it Lovely
I’ve got more coming soon!
Pikaeva
Nicole, this IS lovely. [applause]
Making it Lovely
:)
Arli
Really like how you put that together. Very cute and cozy!
Sarah U
Can you speak a little on the Saunders chest? I’ve been looking for nightstands and like the look, but not sure about quality (and they don’t even have measurements on their site :/ )
Also, the white circles mirror- it’s not listed in the sources. Vintage?
Making it Lovely
Oh! And the mirror was from Ballard Designs years back. I tried to find something similar, but I didn’t find anything else exactly like it out there.
Making it Lovely
There are measurements! They’re in the photos though, not listed in the text (easy to miss). The pieces are MDF or particleboard, but they’re heavy and sturdy. The drawers glide nicely and seem like they’ll hold up, and my only complaint is that the back is a thin piece that you nail on (like an IKEA Billy bookshelf, if you’re familiar with building those).
Gardenella
The rugs is a little broken. Did your dog bite on it. Anyways is cute.
Making it Lovely
I know! It’s imperfect.
Marty@A Stroll Thru Life
I love it, what an inviting guest room.
Nat Simons
The headboard and footboard couldn’t be any more perfect for the space!!! I also adore that tiny gold clock :)
Making it Lovely
The best part about that clock is that Nate Berkus and I share initials, so his logo makes it seem like I’ve had it custom monogrammed. ;)
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