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Give & Take: A Gray Master Bedroom

April 16, 2015

I love when my readers come to me with good post ideas. Especially, when it’s one that could potentially turn into a regular series—if you all are up for it, that is. . . Maija suggested that I look at a room and based on my first impression, say what I would add or take away from the space. So, I asked her to be my guinea pig. She sent me this picture of her master bedroom:

gray-master-bedroom

her-concerns

>Feels like the room falls “flat”; a little bland overall

>Says the room feels more formal than they actually are

>Concerned lighting may be too big

>Unsure how to pull together mismatched nightstands

 my-thoughts Let me preface this by saying there is no right or wrong here—just my first impression of what I might do differently or tweak, if it were my own space. And, although I’m not working with a specific budget or exact measurements, I did pull a few product examples to illustrate what I’m envisioning.

So, I think the biggest thing this room needs is warmth, and I would do that by pulling in more gold. Gold and gray is one of my favorite combos and has such a rich, luxe feel when paired together.

 

gray gold 1  //  2 (unknown)  //  3  //  4 

 

I would also change out some of the more formal elements with some modern, fresh pieces—and a few touches of black:

 

gray-bedroom-design-notes 

gray-gold-accessories

gold mirror  //  abstract 1  //  abstract 2  //  lamp  //  pillow  //  bench

 

Do you have a room in your house that you’d like to have considered for a future “give & take” post? Send me a picture so we can see if it’s a good fit. :)

 

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  1. Heather says

    April 16, 2015 at 7:48 am

    What an interesting series this will be! I look forward to seeing more of this brainstorming!

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    • Lisa H. says

      April 25, 2015 at 6:46 pm

      Ditto! This is a great series. : )

      Reply
  2. sydney coffin says

    April 16, 2015 at 7:53 am

    Love this post, Emily. It was fun to look at Maija’s room (not bad to start with, btw!) and think about my own ideas, and then scroll down and see what (better) ideas you had. Would love to see this as a regular feature on your blog. Keep up the good work!

    Reply
  3. Tera @ TeraJanelle says

    April 16, 2015 at 8:11 am

    LOVE this idea for a regular series. It gives us an inside look into how that talented decorating mind of yours works. And ditto on the gray & gold – those inspiration images are stunning! I hope Maija takes the advice when she cans, AND SENDS UDPATE PICS so we can see the transformation!!

    Reply
  4. Monica says

    April 16, 2015 at 8:18 am

    LOVE this! Will be sending you a picture soon – once I choose which room needs the most help :)

    Reply
  5. Karen T. says

    April 16, 2015 at 8:23 am

    Oooooh, I love this idea for a series! So relatable–it’s what I love most about your blog!

    Reply
  6. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says

    April 16, 2015 at 8:40 am

    I love this idea Great post and super suggestions.

    Reply
  7. Amy says

    April 16, 2015 at 9:11 am

    Great idea for a series!!!

    Reply
  8. Margaret says

    April 16, 2015 at 9:15 am

    Love this idea! It is so neat to see a beautiful room and get a new perspective on it. I will be sending you a picture of our master which I am stumped on.

    Reply
  9. Lori L. says

    April 16, 2015 at 9:31 am

    I love this post, it would be a great series! Your tweaks were spot on!

    Reply
  10. Elizabeth@pineconesandacorns says

    April 16, 2015 at 10:11 am

    Super series idea! Love the changes suggested, especially the art!

    Reply
  11. Aubrey says

    April 16, 2015 at 10:22 am

    Yes!!! Keep this as a series! Love it.

    Reply
  12. Patty Day says

    April 16, 2015 at 10:24 am

    Great idea for a series!!! I hope you decide to do it. Love what suggestions you gave this homeowner.

    Reply
  13. Karen L. says

    April 16, 2015 at 10:35 am

    Love this series and look forward to learning more. I’ll have to send you a pic of our great room and our master just to see what can be added or taken away—-great idea for a series! (Love your blog so much which I read every day.)

    Reply
  14. Pat @ Life At Lydias House says

    April 16, 2015 at 11:20 am

    What a great idea! I will look forward to more posts in this series! I know she didn’t ask my advice but I think the duvet and pillow shams look a little formal so I would suggest changing those for a more casual feel!

    Reply
  15. Ursula says

    April 16, 2015 at 11:29 am

    I love this too. I’m not a designer but have fallen in love with design and before and afters. Before I read your suggestions, I tried to figure out what I would do to address her concerns. Not quite on the mark. Your suggestions are so spot on. Thanks again for giving this non-designer so much reading/learning pleasure.

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  16. Brigitte says

    April 16, 2015 at 11:32 am

    Love, love,love this! Can’t wait for more!

    Reply
  17. Tiffany says

    April 16, 2015 at 11:37 am

    Excited for the series, feels like it’s gonna be good.

    Reply
  18. Stephanie @ The Styled Soul says

    April 16, 2015 at 11:47 am

    Hi Emily! Great post. What a great idea for a series!

    Stephanie @ http://www.thestyledsoul.com

    Reply
  19. amy says

    April 16, 2015 at 11:57 am

    This excites me so much!! LOVE your style!! Maybe I will send you a picture soon. BTW, I just did my bedroom with gray and gold-i love the combo!

    Reply
  20. Claire walsh says

    April 16, 2015 at 12:02 pm

    Brilliant idea for your blog. Your suggestions were spot on!

    Reply
  21. Traci says

    April 16, 2015 at 12:15 pm

    Fun series. I think a few of those items can be DIY’d to cost less, too.

    Reply
  22. Maribeth says

    April 16, 2015 at 12:19 pm

    This sooooooo needs to be a regular post of yours. I love it. May be sending you a pic or two and you can edit/suggest away.

    Reply
  23. Michelle Mortensen says

    April 16, 2015 at 12:58 pm

    This would be a FABULOUS series. You have a great eye and I enjoyed reading your suggestions in this post very much. I hope you will continue!
    Best,
    Michelle from simplysantabarbara.blogspot.com

    Reply
  24. Maija says

    April 16, 2015 at 1:25 pm

    Thanks Emily so much for your fantastic ideas on my room! I love it – I think it will be just what the room needs and I will send update pics…. Thanks again. Maija

    Reply
  25. jennifer says

    April 16, 2015 at 1:47 pm

    I think this is a GREAT idea for a regular post. It was nice you put in the links to the new product suggestions too.. Hope to see this again

    Reply
  26. Diane says

    April 16, 2015 at 2:59 pm

    Love this idea for a series and love the ideas you gave her. I might also suggest she flip flop those nightstands are the one next to the closet looks a bit “squished” there. Cant wait to see your next “subject”.

    Reply
  27. Elyse says

    April 16, 2015 at 3:18 pm

    LOVE this idea for a series!!!! Excited to submit my own pictur soon!

    Reply
  28. Jennifer Lujan says

    April 16, 2015 at 3:40 pm

    How should we send you a picture? We need serious help in our dining room!

    Reply
    • Emily Clark says

      April 16, 2015 at 3:45 pm

      Just email it to me :) You can reach me through the contact tab at the top of the page.

      Reply
  29. Terrie says

    April 16, 2015 at 3:42 pm

    Love this new series idea. Can’t wait to see more.

    Reply
  30. Robzwife says

    April 16, 2015 at 4:09 pm

    I think we all LOVE this series idea. You just might get more pictures than you can handle. :)

    Reply
  31. Rita Crane says

    April 16, 2015 at 7:34 pm

    Emily, this is amazing! I love the new post concept! :)

    Reply
  32. NR Designs says

    April 16, 2015 at 8:44 pm

    Not only a very helpful post — but fun also!

    Reply
  33. Kelly says

    April 16, 2015 at 9:09 pm

    Love this post!

    Reply
  34. Heidi says

    April 16, 2015 at 9:11 pm

    LOVE this idea! Yay! And I’m totally sending you a picture…just need to decide which room. Love your suggestions for that master bedroom. The art and lamps are A+ ideas, for sure!

    Reply
  35. Mary says

    April 16, 2015 at 9:17 pm

    I have a feeling you are going to get bombarded with pictures of rooms needing your help. I hope you don’t come to regret offering this series. At least not until you review my space. LOL

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  36. Mary says

    April 16, 2015 at 9:19 pm

    Ps…can the readers offer advice to a space also?

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    • Emily Clark says

      April 16, 2015 at 9:30 pm

      Of course!

      Reply
  37. Jodi F. says

    April 16, 2015 at 9:46 pm

    This is a great idea for a regular blog post! Can I be next?

    Reply
  38. Lil says

    April 16, 2015 at 10:51 pm

    Would love to see a series!

    Reply
  39. Angie Burke says

    April 17, 2015 at 8:54 am

    Loved this post!! and agree that it would be a great series!

    Reply
  40. Jen says

    April 17, 2015 at 11:57 am

    Great series idea, and love your solutions! I have a feeling you are going to be a very busy lady. :)

    Reply
  41. Brenda A. says

    April 17, 2015 at 4:04 pm

    WWED.

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    • Emily Clark says

      April 17, 2015 at 5:17 pm

      :)

      Reply
  42. Christie says

    April 17, 2015 at 9:14 pm

    Love this idea! Haha- I have to actually do something in our rooms before you can give ideas for what to tweak. We just moved. Okay, it was six months ago. = )

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  43. Meagan Claire says

    April 18, 2015 at 2:24 pm

    Yes, keep doing this. Love it.

    Reply
  44. Lisa says

    April 19, 2015 at 8:55 am

    Love this post and your suggestions. Such a great idea for a series. Looking forward to more!

    Reply
  45. Terri says

    April 21, 2015 at 5:50 am

    Love the idea for a regular series. Looking forward to it. But I have to say, I thought the before was lovely too!

    Reply

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