One Room Challenge || Week Three - walk-in closet

October 15, 2014



Lilac it is my friends!!  And boy am I loving it! If you are new and don't know what the One Room Challenge is it was started by Linda from Calling it Home some years ago.  In this challenge she lines up twenty talented interior designers and professional bloggers to redo a room in their home in just six weeks- we update you once a week on Wednesdays. And today is Wednesday!  (in case you missed them here are this round's previous posts- one and two).

To refresh your memory I am doing my walk-in closet.  At first, my plan included pink walls, then I wanted gray and finally decided on lilac. LOVE, LOVE, ADORE....But it was hard to chose the perfect lilac...





Uhm....I was confused to put it mildly.  This is an example of how samples can get expensive, but at the same time, I saved my sanity in the long run. Chosing the wrong purple would have been a nightmare to live with. I wasn't sure i wanted to give up on the pink walls just yet, so I put a couple of Farrow and Ball swatches up with the lilacs.  I was picking colors with too much blue without realizing it until I saw them on the wall.  I polled you guys through Instagram (thank you! so helpful!) and my real life friends here.  The color I ended up chosing (bottom right) I got from Jenny Komenda's purple vanity inlay project here. The color's name is  Rhapsody in Lilac by Sherwin Williams.  The name says it all.  it is PERFECT. I chose a glossy finish to add more light to the space since it's windows are small and it is a bit dark.  The reflective surfaces add a bit extra.


And here is the lilac wall with the leopard fabric.


This little space is finally coming together!  Ooooh and I'm in love with the latest and final rug.  This cute runner-


To be honest I had wanted to use this rug from the beginning but the fact that almost every blogger in the world has it made me keep it at a distance.  But after my sheep rug fiasco from last week I decided to go for it.  I know the rug is nothing novel but it makes me so happy. A lot more than I thought, actually! It is even better in person. This rug is like a cozy sweater you don't want to take off.  I want to lay in it and make rug angels.  Coincidentally, this is exactly the first thing my daughter did when she saw it.

And now, are you ready to hear about my secret weapon for the closet? It is the wainscoting I will add to the walls.  The trim is just a 3/4 inch rounded molding.  And guess what color I painted it??  Oh, yes I did! Gold my friends. You can find the molding at most any store like Lowe's or Home Depot. I primed it and then spray painted it gold.


This week was exciting as the project is nicely coming together.  All the set backs from last week are long forgotten and progress is being made.  I have to pick up the shades from the workroom this week and add the trim to the walls.  Next week I will be talking about the art I have chosen, which I'm really excited about and can't wait to share with you.

And now let's see what my friends are up to today!!  I can't wait to read all about their progress.


 [ all photos with my iPhone (obvi)]


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32 comments

  1. UnknownOctober 15, 2014 at 4:58 AM

    You know I'm obsessed with that lilac and well, the gold moulding is just going to be all kinds of next level!!!

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  2. Beth of designPOST InteriorsOctober 15, 2014 at 5:05 AM

    I am just now catching up on ORC...I have had a crazy couple weeks. I love the direction you're headed (of course!) and this is really helpful as I am trying to find the perfect lilac for a client right now!

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  3. UnknownOctober 15, 2014 at 6:11 AM

    It is so helpful do that so you don't paint an entire room and end up hating it! Love the shade you chose, things are coming along nicely:)

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  4. Beth ConnollyOctober 15, 2014 at 6:57 AM

    Love the lilac and the gold - this is going to be so glam!

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  5. celine@aquahausOctober 15, 2014 at 6:59 AM

    That is an excellent shade of purple. Most sophisticated and feminine.

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  6. Elizabeth @ The Little Black DoorOctober 15, 2014 at 7:00 AM

    That color and the fabric are the perfect marriage. I am so thrilled you are going gold on the trim and I love the framed portrait I spy little A did of her mamma. :)

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  7. UnknownOctober 15, 2014 at 7:14 AM

    Gorgeous...I love the color you picked!!!

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  8. Amy Florez {Baby Mama Juice}October 15, 2014 at 7:28 AM

    You're so cute! And so is your closet!

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  9. waitingonmarthaOctober 15, 2014 at 7:29 AM

    The lilac + gold is so chic and perfect for the walk-in closet! Can't wait to see more doll xo

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  10. Tobe | BIAOctober 15, 2014 at 7:45 AM

    oh lawd. this is getting good! love the lilac and the gold (duh). i had the same reservations about that rug when i used it in ava's room, but then i wanted them all over the house, they're so awesome on the feetses! ox

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  11. Erin | Holtwood HipsterOctober 15, 2014 at 7:46 AM

    I was originally leaning to the lighter shade, but in the end, I think you went with the right choice. It's a beautiful, feminine and happy color and wow, I can already imagine how beautifully it will pair with the gold trim you are working towards.

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  12. Linda {Calling it Home}October 15, 2014 at 7:59 AM

    Glossy lilac....I need to see more of this. I am glad that you decided to get the rug you wanted. Always follow your heart. I guess I need to wait until next week to see that trim on the walls.

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  13. mrs. V | Chez V October 15, 2014 at 7:59 AM

    Lilac and gold and leopard. Donzo. Gonna be sooooooo good. Glad you went with your instincts on the runner - be curious to hear how it cleans up. Is it difficult to vacuum? Considering one to brighten up my hallway but will get lots of foot traffic.

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  14. The Pink PagodaOctober 15, 2014 at 10:11 AM

    Wow, Albertina! I'd seen this shade on Instagram, but I can see it so much better here! I knew it was very pretty, but OH MY. I'm blown away! And gold trim. Cannot even WAIT to see!

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  15. UnknownOctober 15, 2014 at 12:28 PM

    Ah! The paint color is perfect! I have always loved that runner too - the leopard romans & gold trim, this walk in closet is my dream! Cannot wait to see it come together! XX Jana

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  16. SHERRY HARTOctober 15, 2014 at 3:05 PM

    What is not to love with that gorgeous color. You nailed it my friend. I have the same rug...so what it's perfect and you can't let that stop you from getting what you want!

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  17. kate@willowinteriorsOctober 15, 2014 at 3:18 PM

    Love your lilac choice and I adore that rug as well! Can't wait to see what you have in mind with gold molding!!

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  18. JessieOctober 15, 2014 at 5:02 PM

    The gold molding will take the design to the next level! I can't wait to see more next week!

    Jessie
    www.mixandchic.com

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  19. designchicOctober 15, 2014 at 5:18 PM

    Loving the lilac…it's stunning and the gold molding…dying to see!! What a difference a week makes!!

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  20. LiveLaughDecorateOctober 15, 2014 at 5:57 PM

    died that you went bat shit crazy with the samples! But better be sure than be sorry. I love the lilac you chose and with gold trim? gurl, bye. Now about that rug, you gotta do you. Glad you followed your heart. PS. Please tell me I'm invited to the closet party? Because there has to be one no?

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  21. MollyOctober 15, 2014 at 6:42 PM

    Um, I am obsessed with how the lilac turned out! It's so fresh and fun - I would be so much more inspired to get dressed and chose outfits in such a happy place! Can't wait to see what the rug and trim looks like once you instal!!
    xx
    Molly

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  22. pam {simple details}October 15, 2014 at 6:44 PM

    So last week I mentioned we chose the same leopard, and this week we had moulding put up, and I tried, but I don't think she's going for painting it gold! :( That lilac could not be more lovely, my friend!

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  23. ilovehueOctober 15, 2014 at 9:00 PM

    The lilac is so lovely :)... Some brass closet rods would be awesome too, no?

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  24. Cristina [Via Blossom]October 15, 2014 at 9:15 PM

    The Lilac is gorgeous!! It will look so elegant with the gold molding. I love the rug!! Can't wait for next week!

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  25. UnknownOctober 16, 2014 at 6:45 AM

    Of course I lOVE the lilac paint and now I'm obsessed with your new rug too!

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  26. Katy ByrneOctober 16, 2014 at 10:20 AM

    AH love it! Perfect paint.

    www.designsbykaty.com

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  27. Julie Taylor and Danni GreenwaltOctober 16, 2014 at 5:28 PM

    Love the new rug and the gold...

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  28. Jessie | The Design DaredevilOctober 19, 2014 at 8:35 PM

    I LOOOOOOOVE the lilac!!!!! XO

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  29. Gaby [The Vault Files]October 20, 2014 at 5:36 AM

    Love the color! This is going to look so so gorgeous!

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  30. Krystine @ www.KrystineEdwards.comOctober 20, 2014 at 7:20 AM

    Glad you bought the rug, if you love it get it! The color is great, I cannot wait to see more!!!

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  31. JessicaOctober 21, 2014 at 12:46 PM

    Gold trim in the closet!! I love it!! I can't wait to see how it turns out!

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  32. Elizabeth// The NowOctober 22, 2014 at 9:34 AM

    EEE While I'm pretty jealous of your closet already {mine is minuscule}, I cannot wait to see the big reveal!!!

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