Primary Bedroom Makeover Reveal

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The day is finally here! After six weeks, the One Room Challenge is complete, and I’m ready to reveal my new Primary Bedroom! This undertaking has been an exciting adventure. I am extremely honored to have been a part of the ORC and grateful for the opportunity to take you along with me.

If you missed any part of the challenge, you can catch up here:

Week 1 – Before Photos and Design Plan
Week 2 – Board and Batten
Week 3 – Cozy Bedroom Design Ideas
Week 4 – Antique Finds for my Bedroom
Week 5 – Finishing Details 
Week 6 – Final Reveal! (You are here!)

I know you already got a peek at the new space in the photo above, but let’s take a brief look back.

Before

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Master Bedroom Design - One Room Challenge Week 1 #before #bedroom #oneroomchallenge

And now here’s my completed bedroom makeover! (Per usual, there are a lot of photos. I just can’t help myself! There’s also a video of the space at the end of this post.)

After

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Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal #masculine #modern #country #bedroom #design #oneroomchallenge
Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal #masculine #modern #country #bedroom #design #oneroomchallenge
Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal #masculine #modern #country #bedroom #design #oneroomchallenge
Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal #masculine #modern #country #bedroom #design #oneroomchallenge

Quite a change, right?
(Please note that there is a full source list at the end of this post with links to all the products I used.)

As you might remember, the design inspiration for this space was this vintage paint-by-number. I love the colors and the general feeling of the painting. I am so pleased with how it’s come to life.

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Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal #masculine #modern #country #bedroom #design #oneroomchallenge

I’m also proud to have tackled this space completely on my own. I installed the trim, painted, changed electrical fixtures, hung the curtains, and so on. I did everything. Despite the occasional frustration over the past six weeks, I’m basking in the results.

As you will notice, this space got a lot cozier thanks to the beautiful board and batten treatment and crown molding made with Metrie trim. I painted the board and batten, trim, and crown with Sherwin-Williams Anew Gray SW 7030. On the upper wall space, I used Sherwin-Willams North Star SW 6246. I love this combo. It’s a subtle nod to the earth meeting the sky or the sand meeting the ocean.

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Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal #masculine #modern #country #bedroom #design #oneroomchallenge

Speaking of cozy, I added a lot of comfy touches, most notably in the bedding. As I mentioned in an earlier post, I spotted this upholstered bed a while back and knew I wanted it at some point in my life. It was a splurge, but a 15% off coupon code definitely helped.

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Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal #masculine #modern #country #bedroom #design #oneroomchallenge

I also updated my bedding with this handsome duvet cover and sheet set from Roostery. I am over-the-moon pleased with the design and quality of these pieces. You can bet I’ll be sourcing from them again when I need bed linens. The design options are endless, so I know I’ll always be able to find something. I also added this coverlet since we are entering summer, and I won’t need the heavy duvet.

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This adorable pennant pillow was designed just for me by Susan of Fabric Scout Studio. I LOVE her work and couldn’t think of a better addition to my bed. It’s even personalized to my new Pittsburgh home. You might remember I purchased one of her Christmas pillows for my apartment bedroom; I’m thrilled to have another of her creations.

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The Barn and Willow curtains are one of my favorite additions to the space. I just hung them this past weekend. I was a bit nervous about putting them up because I already liked the room so much as it was. However, after hanging them, I was head-over-heels in love. They are probably the nicest curtains I’ve ever owned, and they truly make this space feel like home.

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Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal #masculine #modern #country #bedroom #design #oneroomchallenge

On the opposite side of the room, I replaced my dresser with this new piece. I “Marie Kondo-ed” my clothes and was able to fit so much into it. This is another investment piece I imagine I’ll use for years to come.

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I kept my existing leather chair because I thought it still worked well in my new decor. Finished off with vintage floor lamps (which I cleaned up with a fresh coat of paint) and a fiddle leaf fig I’ve had for years, the corner is now the perfect spot for book reading or kitty cuddling.

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Above the new dresser, I hung a collection of artwork, including the paint-by-number that inspired the room. Most of the pieces are vintage, but I did bring in one new piece from Minted. As soon as I saw this Wild Sonoma Coast Wall Art, I knew it would be a great addition to this space. The colors are a perfect match, and it has a vintage feel.

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Speaking of Minted, I bought two more of their pieces for my master bedroom. I had been admiring Drawing 369 (Man Print) and the Corner Farm House Print for some time. I think they look fabulous hung asymmetrically above my bed. (Somehow I also managed to get a shot of my typically camera-shy kitty, Jax.)

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Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal #masculine #modern #country #bedroom #design #oneroomchallenge

On the opposite side of the room, I kept the mirror I already had in that location. It worked well so there was no need to change it. (The mirror is from Rejuvenation. Even though they no longer carry the black finish, they do have similar options.)

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Speaking of Rejuvenation, that’s where I got my stunning new light fixture. This is another favorite purchase. I think it works so nicely in this room.

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Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal #masculine #modern #country #bedroom #design #oneroomchallenge

Even though the ceiling fan wasn’t chic, I did enjoy having one in this room. I had never had a bedroom fan before and discovered I like the light breeze and subtle hum. That’s why I decided to go with this vintage-inspired one on my dresser. This fan has the looks and function I wanted.

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To the right of my bed, I created a desk area. I found this green vintage table at a local antique store (Diamond Antiques for any fellow PGHers). The table cost $70 and was just the right size and color for my space. The chair was a $30 HomeGoods clearance item.

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Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal #masculine #modern #country #bedroom #design #oneroomchallenge
Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal #masculine #modern #country #bedroom #design #oneroomchallenge
Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal #masculine #modern #country #bedroom #design #oneroomchallenge

Speaking of thrifted, both of my end tables are vintage finds. I especially love this drawer piece I scored at Vintage Revival here in Pittsburgh.

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Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal #masculine #modern #country #bedroom #design #oneroomchallenge

As I mentioned in another post, the lamps I originally sourced for the space just didn’t work. (They were also crazy expensive.). I ended up getting these glass and brass lamps at HomeGoods. It took going to four different stores to find them, but it was worth the effort. I’m loving them!

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I did extend the board and batten, crown molding, and paint into my open closet area to tie everything together. I also swapped out the closet door handles for these from Emtek. What a difference!

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The lighting in the space was also updated. I opted for this schoolhouse-inspired fixture from Lamps Plus. It’s perfect. There had been another hanging pendant in this room over the makeup table, but I took it down and chose not to replace it.

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One of my goals was to get a new storage piece for this closet area. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to find exactly what I was after, so I’m still using the same chest of drawers. Although it functions OK, I want something warmer with a bit more character. The hunt continues.

I’m thinking about adding a rug to this little space. I have a gorgeous Loloi rug in my bedroom, and there’s a size that would match that. After looking at these pictures, I think this space needs a little softening.

Did you notice another big change in this area? Yes, the door! The door had swung into my bathroom, which made it difficult to maneuver in the small space.

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I used this barn door system from Emtek and installed it in the closet space. The door is the same one that had been on my bathroom. It was a simple solution, and it functions beautifully.

My bathroom also received a mini-makeover. (I plan to fully renovate both of my bathrooms in the coming years.) I simply couldn’t leave this space as it was because I knew it would look old and tired next to the new bedroom. I’m glad I took the time to give the master bath a little love, too. Now, it ties in with the bedroom.

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I will be sharing a larger reveal of this bathroom in a separate post, so stay tuned for that.

I gave everything a fresh coat of paint (Sherwin-Williams Caviar SW 6990), added new sconces, popped in a vintage rug (from Hot Haute Hot here in Pittsburgh), and painted the vanity. I also swapped out the vanity drawer knobs for these beauties from Emtek.

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Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal #masculine #modern #country #bedroom #design #oneroomchallenge

I switched up the decor, replaced the mirror with a vintage find, and organized my toiletries on the vanity so they’re not all over the counter. So. much. better!

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And now, my One Room Challenge Master Bedroom makeover is complete! What do you think!?

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Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal Video:

Since I started this challenge with a video, I thought I’d end it with one. You can watch the video below or head over to my YouTube channel to watch it there.

While you’re there, be sure to subscribe to my channel and hit the notification bell so you never miss a video!

And that’s a wrap, my friends! Thank you so much for joining me on this decorating adventure. I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. If you like makeovers, I invite you to follow along as my Bayberry Kitchen remodel continues. It’s going to be an amazing before and after.

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Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal #masculine #modern #country #bedroom #design #oneroomchallenge

All of the ORC reveals should be live today, so you can click through each of the participants’ posts below. I’m looking forward to seeing what everyone has created.

You can find my complete product source list below.

One Room Challenge Participants:

At Home With Ashley | Casey Keasler | Dorsey Designs | The Farmhouse Project | Home Made by Carmona

 House of Funk | House of Jade Interiors | House Seven Design | House That Lars Built | Inspired by Charm

 Jana Bek | Jessica Brigham | Kelly Golightly | Murphy Deesign | The Pink Pagoda | Sarah Gunn

 Sherry Hart Designs | Sugar & Cloth | Veronica Solomon | Vintage Revivals | Media BH&G | TM by ORC

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Master Bedroom Source List:

Paint Colors:
Sherwin-Williams Anew Gray SW 7030 – Trim / Board and Batten
Sherwin-Willams North Star SW 6246 – Walls
Sherwin-Williams Caviar SW 6990– Bathroom

Furnishings:
Upholstered Bed
Leather Chair
Dresser
Desk Chair (HomeGoods)

Textiles:
Rug
Curtains
Duvet Cover
Bedsheets
Coverlet
Pennant Pillow
Bamboo Blinds

Hardware:
Barn Door System
Closet Door Knobs
Bathroom Vanity Knobs
Door Knob
Curtain Rods
Curtain Rod Rings

Lighting:
Bedroom Light
Closet Light
Bathroom Sconces
Desk Lamp
Bedside Lamps (HomeGoods)

Accessories:
Vintage-Inspired Fan
Amber and Moss Diffuser
Mini Porcelain Planter
Pencil / Scissor Holder
Flip Clock
Bathroom Candle
Bathroom Soap
Floor Mirror (Rejuvenation.. Black finish no longer sold)
Basket “planter” (Homegoods)

Artwork:
Standing Man Wall Art
Corner Farm House Wall Art
The Wild Sonoma Coast Wall Art

Vintage / Thrifted Items:
Desk
Floor Lamp
Wooden Box
Artwork
Binoculars
Green Planter Pot
Brass Planter Pot
Bathroom Mirrors
Bathroom Rug

A special thanks to Inspired by Charm’s One Room Challenge Sponsors:

Metrie | Lamps Plus | Barn and Willow | Loloi Rugs | Spoonflower | Emtek | Minted

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114 Comments

  1. What a beautuful result. I’d say you hit this one out of the park! We used Anew gray in all of our main living areas and absolutely love it! I am about to redo our guest room and I think you may have just talked me into board and batten as well as Anew gray in it as well! Can’t wait to see your kitchen soon!

  2. Michael I am so impressed that you did all this yourself!! That is so much work! It all came together beautifully, love some of your old school pieces from the vintage nightstands to the charming lighting. Enjoy your new room, congrats!

  3. I absolutely love everything about this space! I just found you on reveal day and am so excited to find someone who’s talent just blows me away. Can’t wait to check out all of your old posts. I wouldn’t change a thing and that’s a rare thing to say when you scroll through design blogs on the interweb! Perfection.

  4. I love this, way to go Michael! This is gorgeous and I think what you did with the bathroom door and it opening behind the dresser is brilliant. As are so many of your choices and design ideas. Absolutely perfect!

  5. Hey Michael, I really like your artistic flair. Love the choices you made for this challenge. I’m really liking the style of bed you chose, and wondering how you like the wrap around on headboard, Does it cause any hindrance reaching for items on your nightstand?

  6. This is drop dead gorgeous! I loved watching it come together and I’m excited to see your kitchen reno unfold as well! You always do such an amazing job and are so inspiring to me! Thank you for sharing your gifts with us to enjoy!!

  7. I knew your bedroom update would be spectacular ~ and it certainly is! What a gorgeous, classy, comfortable space! I bet every time you walk in your master bedroom you have a huge smile on your face! Your hard work certainly shows ~ it is absolutely beautiful!

  8. I love the colors you chose.
    I have a bit of a random question, though. What did you use as bedside table on the left side of your bed? I ask, because I would would like to do something similar (on the right side) and I am curious how symmetrical they are (or if they even need to be)?

    1. Ah! I should have shared a picture of that and totally forgot. It’s a table with a single drawer. I don’t think bedside tables need to identical, but I do like when the speak to each other. In this case, both are similar in their wood tone and both are the same height. (I like they are the same height so the lamps are same height.) They coordinate, but don’t match. Make sense?

      I hope that helps!
      xo Michael

  9. wow!!! well done!!! you have such an eye for detail. i never would have thought to hang your art work like you did and WOW do i ever love it. thanks for sharing!!

  10. Bravo. Your bedroom make-over is a winner. I really like all your lighting fixtures and your various punches of greenery. Can’ wait to see your new kitchen!.

  11. Looks absolutely amazing Michael! So cozy and beautiful – again, it looks like you have created your happy place and inspired so many of us during the process. Excited to see the kitchen next!

  12. It’s looks fabulous and I know on your post on instagram you said your style’s not like everyone else, well that’s what makes yours so great, you have great taste and it is full of simplicity and charm, just the way I like it! You should be proud!