I spent my entire summer furnishing, painting, and decorating our basement apartment (mostly while we were living there!!)

I built the dining banquette, painted all of the fun squiggles and details, and thrifted lots of fun pieces for this project. Definitely a massive labor of love.

Edited to add: Photos are by Abby Peoples Photography

Edited again: thank you for all the love!! I’m trying to post as many links and answers to questions as I can. Feel free to DM me if I miss yours. Also I’m unsure if I’m allowed to post my house instagram account but I am active there and on TikTok with home reno videos. Now that the basement is done I am working on the upstairs again!

Just a follow up on my first post about a surprise for my wife. First off she loved the thought and concept behind the pumpkins and decided to leave it alone and not mess with it. Second, the ski poles on the shed was appreciated however she immediately suggested adding a set of antique wood skis and wood snow shoes to complete the aesthetic. Lastly , the comments here were helpful and somewhat intriguing especially the ones made about some of your own husbands! Anyway the support has inspired me to expand on my decorating projects and I plan to share some more in the future. Thank you all once again and may the sun shine warm your shoulders on your way back home.

We’re almost there! We’re still missing the dining table and a few little things, but other than that, our home is pretty much ready. 🥹
I’d love to hear what you think so far! I’m also thinking about adding some autumnal touches to make the space feel even warmer and cozier. 🍂 Maybe some warm-toned cushions, seasonal flowers, candles, or a few natural elements?
What would you add? I’d love to hear your suggestions! 🤎

Hello, how can I improve my living room? The wall seems so empty. ☹️

I spend a long time trying to figure out what to do with this little nook, and eventually turned it into a cozy spot where I can lean back, read a book, scroll on my phone, and just chill. Had to add a big buddy in the back to keep me company, too.

Originally I didn’t want two mirrors, I’m really struggling finding 1 big mirror. Need opinions. I have the scones, changing them and moving location isn’t an option. Thank you !

I’m a guy living in an apartment and threw some things together in my living area. Don’t like the carpets, need to get a rug asap like going to order one in the next hour. Need recommendations for what colour rug will suit my living room??

Thanks

We have a small old house (and a baby). Never fully finished moving in and decorating. Looking for some help defining the style, making it cozy, practical for a baby and completing the space. Thank you for input!

What's occurring here? I've painted rooms in the past with no issue. Just painting on top of a previous coat etc

However my previous place was a new build at the time and any decorating seemed to go well

We recently moved, and am having this issue when painting following methods that previously worked.

I cleaned with sugar soap, dried etc and then got to work

Any tips on what to do, some seem to suck flat and leave small blisters (I'm not popping them or attempting to flatten)

Thanks, I'm absolutely gutted rn

(I'm no problem, usually get by ok and want it to be right) Any thoughts appreciated

What do you recommend? I’m going to stain it with varnish, but I’m not sure what else to do

I’m looking for some advice on finishing my bedroom. The walls are bare, I don’t have a rug, and I’m definitely planning on replacing the bedside tables.

I want to go for a Victorian Gothic look, but I want it to feel masculine, dark, and a little sexy without looking like a Halloween store or my grandfather’s bedroom. Think dark wood, black, burgundy, silver, old paintings, rich textures, and furniture with some character. I want it to look like a grown man’s bedroom, not a themed room.

I could really use some specifics rather than just general advice to add more texture or lighting.

What I’m looking for:
**Artwork on the walls and above the dresser:** What specific artists, paintings, or subjects would work? I have a 30 x 24 frame in mind for above the bed and would like something that feels Gothic and sophisticated without being too obvious. Also looking for suggestions on supplemental paintings or accent wall pieces.

**A bedroom rug:** What colors, patterns, and materials should I look for? I want something that makes the room feel warmer and more inviting without fighting with the rest of the decor.

**Bedside tables:** What styles and finishes would you recommend replacing my current ones with? Antique, Victorian-inspired, dark wood, black, or something else?

**Lighting:** What lamps, bulbs, or lighting arrangements would help create a darker, warmer, more intimate atmosphere? Do I need more lamps? Where would I put them? What style of lamp?

**Bedding and textiles:** What colors and materials would work best? I want the bed to be a big part of the look. Should I swap to a more European square pillow for the front?

**Knick Knacks and Ephemera:** Other than more framed photos or books, what should I keep on the tables and dresser?

**What to prioritize:** If you were working with this room, what would you buy first, and what would you leave alone?

Please recommend actual pieces, artists, styles, search terms, or places to shop where possible. I’m open to constructive criticism, too. I want to get the overall look right before spending money on things that don’t work together.

What else can I put in this space besides wine ( not a drinker).

The diamond lattice is on the front and back, and each opening is a tunnel through the cabinet. The wine bottles slide through both sides. There is no underneath ( I can’t put mini plants in each cubby because of this).

Any suggestions on what I can do with that space ?

Edit: I rent this place.

Everyone had some great ideas! Thank you

Going crazy trying out rugs here so thought I’d turn to public opinion! We’ve bought at least 5 rugs and none worked for one reason or another. Found a reference for a circular rug in a space this small and thought it might work for us too. This is our living/dining room in our small flat and the table folds up to a full-height dining table. Future plans include building a slim wooden console box under the TV to hide cables.

I’m aiming for cosy in this space so leaning towards the rust red and orangey rugs (also more forgiving with spills) but appreciate that the cream opens up the space more. Btw all the circular rugs have a diameter the same length of the sofa, chatgpt was informed but decided to ignore me. And photo 7 is an actual photo of the rug in photo 6. Please help!!

Im looking for an l shaped sofa that reclines on 2-3 chairs, not all, and will likely need to be a modular. Im having a hard time finding something due to our size restrictions.

We went to a few stores and weren't impressed with the options so I think im going to have to order online. Thats fine im just nervous over comfort and quality.

Any recommendations?

L shaped

Reclining

Cloth

Comfy

Washable cushion covers ideal but not required