One Room Challenge || Walk-In Closet
October 01, 2014
I'm so excited because today marks the first day of October and of the Fall One Room Challenge. The One Room Challenge was started by Linda from Calling it Home
some years ago where she lines up twenty very talented professional
bloggers and designers to redo a room in just six weeks.
We will update you every Wednesday for the next six weeks on our progress. This is my second time participating (you can see my first One Room Challenge here) and I'm just
thrilled and honored to be among such talented ladies. So let me tell
you about the room I chose to design-
My walk-in closet. I chose my closet for several reasons. One of them is budget- the closet is small so I could get more bang for my buck here. And even though it has good bones it could use some work. After all, what woman doesn't love a beautiful closet? This leads me to the second reason for chosing my closet- it's my little escape. It is far removed from the home's center of all the hustle and bustle, so a relaxing and pretty retreat would be welcome here. It is narrow and long and there isn't much light. The shelves and drawers are perfect. The closet just needs some personality and some serious organizing. This is it-
This is what you see when you enter the closet. This is the South wall. It has space for a little window seat which is ideal to put your shoes on in the morning or rest my handbag. Also, I think the window could use a little shade to dress it up. As you can see the floors are beautiful so I don't need much of a rug. The pulls are gold, so I have a pretty good starting point.
This is the East wall, which has another window. I really wanted to wallpaper the closet but the price just isn't in my budget so I'm thinking I need to paint instead.
I'm thinking this space here could use a wall mirror in between the shelves. It would be ideal to showcase my jewelry (if you are a reader you know I'm obsessed with anything jewelry) and maybe some art. So I'm thinking this could work as a kind of vanity. I already keep my perfumes here.
I need to get rid of this lighting asap. I'm thinking some cute chandeliers would be perfect.
As you can see the closet itself is in good shape but it could use some excitement. I would love for the overall feel of the closet to be a little Parisian, a little romantic, and very feminine. Here are some photos that were inspiring me.
Pinks, grays and lilacs are on my mind for my closet. And some gold for sure. I have narrowed my to-do list to the following-
1
|| Walls. I need to paint the walls. I only have three walls to paint but need to keep in mind that it's already dark in here so I need to keep the palette nice and light. Since I really wanted to do wallpaper I'm a bit insecure that paint will be enough. For this reason I'm thinking I could add a bit of trim to the walls. But will have to wait and see.
2
|| Shades and window seat. I need to find a fabric for the shades and the window seat.
3
|| Lighting. Those lights have to go. Gold would be the perfect material to add for the lighting. I do want a little drama so maybe I can accomplish this by finding some fun, gold pendants.
4
|| Rug. I want a little rug in here. Nothing too large because I really love my floors but would love to get something fluffy and girlie.
5 || Accessories. I need a wall mirror to kind of mark my vanity area in my shelves. Plus, some trays and art to decorate and add those beautiful touches that make a room so much more personal.
The challenge in this room will be to add glamour and make it unique when neither the space nor budget are very big.
I'm so ready to get started and create a little glam corner for myself. Let me know any suggestions or ideas you may have! Oh and you can join in as well if you are up to it. Here is how. And here are the other One Room Challenge participants. Visit them and see that they will be working on.
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46 comments
Sigh. Mildly jealous. It's so fab already. But insanely excited to see this become an even more fab space. CANNOT wait
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see it all!
ReplyDeleteOh I cant wait to see what you do with your closet! Your inspiration is perfect. Thank you for your sweet comments on my blog yesterday it meant a lot:)
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see it. You have a pretty fabulous closet already!
ReplyDeleteCant wait to see it!
ReplyDeletewhat a sweet space! love your closet already! can't wait to see how it comes together. I'm in tomorrow as a linking participant! this will be fun!
ReplyDeleteI love your inspiration photos - some of these are the same ones I am using for my office. I did a dressing room/walk -in closet for myself a few years ago and adore it. Now I can find everything. I am excited to follow this transformation.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see it all come together!!
ReplyDeleteYour closet has really good bones! I love your inspirational images, can't wait to follow along!
ReplyDeleteJessie
www.mixandchic.com
I love that you are doing your walk in closet - gorgeous foundations and your updates will make it spectacular! I love the idea of making a litter vanity section! West Elm has a souk runner that may be pretty (prob too wide) but maybe check it out. Can't wait to see the space come to life! XX jana
ReplyDeleteWow, Albertina, this is going to be GORGEOUS!! I'm so excited to see this!!!
ReplyDeleteI thought I already left a comment but maybe that was in our emails and in my head...weird...anyhoo...SOOOOOO in love with your plans- the closet is already gorgeous and I know you're going to make it absolutely UNBELIEVABLY gorgeous- soooo can't wait to see this one.
ReplyDeleteSo jelly of that beautiful spacious closet! I know you will make it awesome.
ReplyDeleteGod, my dream is to have a pretty, feminine, WIC of my own, to hide from my husband. I am excited.
ReplyDeleteNow I need a walk-in closet. It looks like a really great start with what you have. I can't wait to see what you do. That pink chandelier in your insp pic is calling my name. This will be great.
ReplyDeleteFUN! Can't wait to follow along! There is no better space for a woman then her closet! And can I tell you how much I love your blog header, so chic and fun.
ReplyDeleteOooh this is going to be amazing! I LOVE a pretty closet and dream of having one of my own! Your inspiration pics are fabulous! I'm so excited!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see what you do! Your ORC rooms are always amazing!!!
ReplyDeleteYou already have a great starting point but the addition of a chandelier would certainly add a touch of glamour. You have selected some great inspiration photos. I'm sure it's going to be wonderful.
ReplyDeleteI'd take that closet in its current state in a heartbeat. :) So whatever you do is bound to be incredible! Can't wait to follow along!
ReplyDeleteI CANNOT wait to see what you do! you're so talented it's going to rock!! LOVE it, good luck friend!
ReplyDeleteLove that your doing your closet, I've been wanting to re-do mine for years, so I'm curious how you'll make this smashing (which I'm sure you will) !
ReplyDeleteYour family room was downright delicious last year with the amazing brass elements I'm tuning in hard this year!!! That dressing rooms already got some fabulous bones so can't wait to see what you do to amp her up!
ReplyDeleteXx- Julie
Peace. Love. LOL!
Haute Khuuture Blog
So much wonderful inspiration for a great closet!! Love, love a beautiful closet - if I could only keep it organized…
ReplyDeleteWell get started girl! I can barely turn around in my closet so yours looks downright spacious! What about wallpapering the ceiling? That might take less paper.....just a thought.
ReplyDeleteI am with Sherry ... I can't even shut my door with me in mine or I will pass out ... yours is fab and will be AMAZING when you are done!!! xo
ReplyDeleteOhhhhhh what I would do to have a walk in closet.... My pre-war apt is beautiful but lacks post war amenities. I love the direction you are headed and can't wait to see what you end up with! XO
ReplyDeleteA gorgeous and functional closet is a girl's dream!! I can't wait to see the final product!! I know it is going to be amazing!! How exciting!!!
ReplyDeleteI would kill for a walk-in. This is going to be divine. Loved your room so much last time - one of my faves, so I know this will be stunning!
ReplyDeleteYour inspiration pics are some of my favorites. How fun. I'm excited for you.
ReplyDeleteoh goodness. are you serious with this?! jealous times ten. it's going to be fabulous! i have a perfect chandy for you...but sounds like you need more than one fixture. can't wait to see what you choose! ox
ReplyDeleteim excited to see!!! it will look fabulous!!!
ReplyDeletewhat a great little project! too bad about the paper, but it will be fabulous anyway. Yes yes yes to some wall moulding!!
ReplyDeleteLoving all your ideas for the space! A lot of great space to work with, can't wait to see it all come together!!! ;-)
ReplyDeleteSo great, love all of your fab ideas! not to mention, all your pretty clothes and accessories:)
ReplyDeleteOh, what a great space you have to work with. Wish I had a window in my closet. Cannot wait to see it all come together and hopefully meet you soon....hated to miss last week!
ReplyDeleteAhhhhhhhhhhh great choice! The list of participants is so major this year. Cannot wait to see your closet.
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EEEK! Can't wait to watch the transformation! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteXO Chloe
A Latte Lipstick
I love a great closet and I'm jealous already! This is going to be fabulous! Love your ideas...a gorgeous chandy, a rug and some moulding will look fabulous. Maybe a cool stencil since you wanted wallpaper? Cannot wait to see more!!
ReplyDeleteI'm already inspired just reading your ideas! :) Love you style, Albertina, and I know this will be fabulous!
ReplyDeleteInstead of paint or wallpaper, try fabric! Starch will adhere the fabric to the wall without damaging it. Good luck!
ReplyDeletelove your pretty inspiration photos, the chandeliers are simply gorgeous too. what a great closet! dana
ReplyDeleteLove that you are doing your closet. Its going to look amazing!!
ReplyDeleteThis is going to be AMAZING!!! I love your inspiration and the space has such great bones to start. It will be fun to follow along!! :)
ReplyDeleteSO excited to see your talent back in the game this round! I've always wanted a walk in closet big enough to really walk into, maybe sit down and hang a chandelier! Looking forward to seeing you work your magic and cheer you on as ORC linking participant!
ReplyDeleteLove that you are doing your closet! We always see such pretty closets on Pinterest but it's great that a "regular" woman is treating herself to something as lovely as what we see in celebrity homes. Good clothes deserve a great place to hang, right?!
ReplyDeletexx
Molly
You make my day with your comments! Thank you!!