Well Designed Primary and Guest Bedrooms
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Hang Luxurious Draperies
Slipcover the Bed
Bring in Mismatched Bedside Tables
Give Granny Chic Vibes
At Country Living, we like to say bold-fashioned, not old-fashioned! Feminine granny-chic touches are on full display in an upstairs bedroom of this Connecticut farmhouse. Richness and pattern are layered on—ticking stripe bedding plays well with the existing toile wallcovering, while an antique oil portrait lends a nod to the home’s many previous female dwellers.
Serve Up Classic Country Charm
Add Quirky Charm
Give guests a giggle with a literal cast of characters, like these quirky portraits hanging above a pair of queen beds. “We decided that’s June’s dad [on the right], and June is always getting in trouble,” says homeowner Rebecca Finger. “I love how you bring in a little something unexpected like that, and all of a sudden, this isn’t your grandmother’s house.”
Hang Pretty Wallpaper
Create a Cocoon-Like Space
Leave It Like You Found It
When renovating an old house, be open to unexpected discoveries like the verdant shade of milk paint discovered after removing wallpaper from these guest room walls. Even though green wasn’t a top paint color pick, the homeowners of this New Hampshire farmhouse decided to leave it as is. Low wainscoting and window trim in a neutral shade balances the room.
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Employ Pink as a Neutral
Add Instant Character With Wood
For this primary suite addition, a vaulted ceiling and white-painted tongue-and-groove walls give the new space character without adding heavy texture. A blue-and-white color pairing is layered in the bedroom through a series of pretty prints on the pencil-post bed. “I’ve always loved blue and white because the combination reminds me of the sky and big beautiful clouds, and the ocean, creeks, and streams,” says homeowner Bambi Costanzo.
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Build In Beds
Thanks to the new upstairs bunk space lined with five built-in beds, this small cabin now comfortably sleeps nine. The industrial sconces make reference to the cabin’s farmland locale and play off the red stripes of the wool throws and vintage grain sack pillows. Artwork collected over the years outfits the walls alongside artifacts such as a cowbell and a group of nautical flags.
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Layer Rugs
Layered atop honey-colored wood floors, a grouping of rugs provides a soft spot to land every morning. Not only is this a great way to add color, it’s also a budget-friendly alternative to a large, expensive rug. The nightstand, antique pine armoire, and hefty exposed rafters bring a lovely rustic warmth to this otherwise white space.
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Twirl Up Curtains With Upholstery Tape
Cover Walls in Salvaged Wood
Homeowners Claire Zinnecker and Adam Mink clad the wall behind the headboard using wood salvaged from other parts of their farmhouse. The boards are sealed to let the original sage-tinged colors come through. Claire also cozied up the room with a double wedding ring quilt sewn by her grandmother. Books, family photos, and other treasured finds round out the collected look.
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Go (Mossy) Green
With such pretty views of the Delta landscape beyond the windows, it only makes sense to embrace the colors inspired by the region. A pair of poster beds dressed in ivory coverlets and crisp floral and gingham linens lends a sweetness to more lodge-like accents, including arrow sconces and a nubby rug. A striking paper portrait in ivory lends graphic punch to moss green walls.
Get the Look:
Wall Paint Color: Oakmoss by Sherwin-Williams
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Lean In on Modern
Industrial touches like an antique engineer lights repurposed as bedside lighting and a funky Serge Mouille chandelier bring a modern, sleek touch to this bedroom. Dark windows and door frames add bold contrast. Rustic accessories like an old wood-framed mirror, framed vintage artwork, and a cowhide rug soften the design and keep it from feeling cold.
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Tuck a Loveseat Under the Windows
Repurpose Vintage Items
A vintage wildlife-themed tapestry stands in as the headboard in this cabin’s primary bedroom “because every room needs a fun conversation piece,” says homeowner Sarah Anderson. “One unique find can influence an entire room.” A beat-up wooden “Lookout” sign that secures a velvet-covered mount and a pair of brass ornamental door hardware pieces hung above the wall sconces revive cast-off objects in unexpected ways.
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Amy Mitchell is the managing editor for VERANDA and Country Living, where she writes articles on a variety of topics—decorating and design, gardens, and holidays. Amy’s experience in the shelter magazine category spans more than 20 years, as she’s previously held positions at Coastal Living and Cottage Living. Her personal pursuits include cooking, gardening, and hunting her favorite tag sale spots for the next piece of Pyrex for her prized collection.
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