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'72 Ranch Living Room Makeover

Wolffe Interiors
11 years ago
last modified: 11 years ago
This is more of our 1972 bi-level ranch renovation. The previous owners had installed an air conditioner in the wall, and a faux finish that resembled streaking chocolate milkshake. The room was gutted and completely refinished. I wanted to use Midcentury furnishings because they are both beautiful, and offer an illusion of more space because we were working with a small room. The little round table came from Walmart, I covered it with fabric I’d been accenting the room with and it is topped with an authentic Formica 16" cocktail tray. The lamps – well, they were bought at Big Lots! But they were exactly what I wanted. I suppose the decor is "Contemporary MCM".

The feature wall treatment is from http://www.mywallart.com/ . The panels are a sugar cane stalk based material that is completely recyclable.

This room is across from my kitchen in an open concept floor plan and we enjoy the layout very much.

Comments (31)

  • PRO
    Wolffe Interiors
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    A couple more pictures
  • PRO
    Mega Builders
    11 years ago
    Quite a transformation!
  • PRO
    Wolffe Interiors
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago
    Thank you for looking! I'm very happy with it, it's comfortable and I loved being able to recycle and reupholster mid century furniture. Hunting for it was fun too!
  • Angela Walker
    11 years ago
    like the pop of color. good job
  • PRO
    Wolffe Interiors
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    Thank you for noticing the color Angela!
  • PRO
    Tanya Schoenroth Design
    11 years ago
    The wall treatment is gorgeous, really nicely done!
  • PRO
    Wolffe Interiors
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago
    Thanks Tanya! Lots of liquid nails and push pins there because if your wall isn't exactly flat, the corners begin to curl! I love how it looks though. I wanted to cry when my husband cut into it to install the flatscreen bracket.... ;-( But I still have 5 or 6 panels left so I *might* be able to fix it if I ever need to restore that spot.
  • jenlowenberg
    11 years ago
    Beautiful! Is there a rail or anything that keeps you from falling over and onto the stairs below?
  • PRO
    Wolffe Interiors
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago
    Hi there! No, no rail on that side of the stairs. As posted below, the room is still in progress and I hope to get a cable rail system installed in the coming months.
  • Megan Koopman
    11 years ago
    This is beautiful and I love that backsplash decor! We have the same set up for our living area, pop out window, small space and brick fireplace instead of the wall where your TV hangs. We chose the same colors for our accent pieces too!
  • Susan Shaffer
    11 years ago
    what product did you use for the feature wall?
  • Marlene Reimer
    11 years ago
    Well, really not my taste or style, but I have to say I am very much opposed to not having a rail on the open stairway. Not just for small children, but what about visitors, maybe elderly, or not perfect sighted, or what happens if you have a dizzy spell, some sort of sickness...the list is endless. I don't even think this is up to code. Seriously, this could be a very dangerous situation that is easily avoided..
  • princessklyver
    11 years ago
    Love the room and furniture along with your accent pieces. Very cool. What is the wall application?
  • linderella
    11 years ago
    One way to deal with the open drop off would be to put a floating bookcase. They were very popular in the 50s and 60s and would completely be in keeping with your mid-century look. I share concern about the drop as well.
  • onthefence
    11 years ago
    Absolutely beautiful makeover Wolffe! I love the color, the style, everything!

    Well, except for the rail. I do agree that a rail there should be your next step. I'm sure there has to be something very Contemporary MCM that will blend in beautifully. Even though you have no kids - if someone, ANYone took a fall, your insurance company may no longer be your friend.
  • mamaloulove
    11 years ago
    A RAIL USING GLASS OR GLASS ALTERNATE WOULD BE GOOD.
  • lyrics1967
    11 years ago
    That chair by the bookcase? I have one. Doesn't go with anything I have. But it might surprise people to know just how darn comfortable that chair is. Everyone that comes over, goes right to that chair. By the way, love your room. So glad you didn't over do it and kept things at a minimal. A really good job! And I dig those lamps!
  • itsjena
    11 years ago
    love this! we also have a front stair way like this and are considering hanging 4x8' plexiglass sheets
  • ginale
    11 years ago
    Thank you sharing how you found perfect items at discount stores. It is very inspirational for everyone with a budget. good job!
  • mamaloulove
    11 years ago
    wolffe interiors......that wall is a piece of art, Very smart choice!
  • riesy
    11 years ago
    I love, love this room ... I had looked into the wall finish and am thinking about it ... enjoy your room!!!
  • suz1812
    11 years ago
    Wow, I actually gasped when the "after" pic came up! Nicely done!
  • juniperjo
    11 years ago
    To the commenters who are concerned about safety, this is a temporary situation. The homeowner explained it very clearly: "... the room is still in progress and I hope to get a cable rail system installed in the coming months."
  • PRO
    Studio S Squared Architecture, Inc.
    11 years ago
    thanks for sharing your source on the wallpanels, very nice.
  • PRO
    Wolffe Interiors
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    Thank you everyone for your kind remarks!
  • Susan
    11 years ago
    What are you doing about air conditioning now? I have the same situation in my 1970's raised ranch with all baseboard heat.. no ducts for heat or central air.
  • PRO
    Wolffe Interiors
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago
    Hi Susan T - when we bought the house it needed a total gut job so......I insisted of my HVAC husband that we install a central AC unit. I have to admit - he's REALLY handy. ;-D Are you noticing that AC unit in the wall? Isn't that a hoot? Previous owners put that there and once they finished installation, they realized that it hindered the garage door from opening on the other side. Couldn't wait to remove it.
  • starzzzinhereyes
    11 years ago
    Can you post pics of the kitchen dining area? I just bought a raised ranch and I think I have a similar layout but my kitchen is closed up and I want to make it an open concept
  • PRO
    Wolffe Interiors
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago
    Hi starzzzinhereyes: Here is my HOUZZ kitchen link -- https://www.houzz.com/discussions/proud-as-a-peacock-dsvw-vd~350319 Hope it works. Scroll down and I have inserted my before and after floorplan. I love having the kitchen/dining/livingroom open. Thanks for looking!
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    SPACIALISTS
    11 years ago
    Beautiful Wall!