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Master Bedroom Renovation

13 years ago
MASTER BEDROOM: BEFORE
Photo from the real estate listing of the house.
MASTER BEDROOM: DURING
Two windows added to the bed wall catch late-day light and sunsets over the lake.
Contractor Caine McDonald of Dry Ridge Builders and his helper prepare to add windows.
Windows were taken from the unfinished basement; doors to Axel’s workshop replaced them.
MASTER BEDROOM: AFTER
A Venetian chandelier from Myran Allan replaced the fan. Wall and carpet color were changed to warm and soft. Simple linen curtains and valances create a cozy, private room. Floral throw pillows are made from scraps of antique bark cloth.
Collected things produce a sense of glamor and romance. The night table belonged to Kathryn’s grandmother. The mirror was a gift from a client, and the vase is from a collection of McCoy pottery. The table lamp was found at the Tobacco Barn Antique Mall and restored by Stuf Antiques in Asheville.

Comments (34)

  • PRO
    13 years ago
    Gorgeous! Love what you've done. I especially love the white window treatments with box-pleated valances. I love the chandelier.
  • 13 years ago
    Amazing transformation! I love how the older pieces were incorporated, while keeping the look fresh, clean and serene. And I'm sure the view of the sunsets over the lake don't hurt!
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    It's beautiful Kathryn!
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    Absolutely stunning! I love it!
  • PRO
    13 years ago
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  • PRO
    13 years ago
    Thanks for the nice comments. Yes, we love the west light coming through the new windows! Changing out the basic fan for a chandelier really helped too.
  • 13 years ago
    Absolutely adore the 'after' room! Especially like the tall, upholstered headboard, and would really love to duplicate... Was this something you had made, or could you tell me where I might purchase? It would be the perfect complement for the antique Belgian dresser and chest of drawers I bought years ago. This room is lovely and romantic, but not so frou frou that my hubbie would object. Love it!
  • 13 years ago
    Same question as above. I love the tall headboard too. Is it custom or can it be purchased somewhere?
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    The headboard is from a small company that showed at the High Point market a few years ago. The name of the company is Dovetail. They are based in California. I haven't done any business with them since I purchased the headboard. I'm sure you can find them google.
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    See the posting above.
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    Wow! Really very beautiful!
    Kathryn Long thanked Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    WOW! what a transformation!!! LOVE IT!
    Kathryn Long thanked Loom Decor
  • 13 years ago
    I love the addition of the windows on each side of the bed!!
    Kathryn Long thanked User
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    Love the look after the renovation
  • 13 years ago
    Love the transformation! Can you tell me the dimensions of your room? I'm adding a master suite and want a sitting area.
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    Kathryn - Just beautiful! Love the window treatments! Thank you so much for sharing.

    Lyvonne
    Kathryn Long thanked essentials inside
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    You are welcome. I wish that everyone who has posted comments could come to a party and we could all drink champagne in my master bedroom!
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    Outstanding transition!! Congrats, I was going to suggest art but the room needs no further updating. Great job!
    Kathryn Long thanked User
  • 13 years ago
    lovely.
    Kathryn Long thanked Brenda
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    Actually, there are two really nice pieces of artwork. They just don't show up in the photo.
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    The dimensions of the master bedroom are: 14'2" x 13'10", plus the "bay" area that is 3' x 12'.
  • 13 years ago
    Did you have any problems getting the additional windows approved by the building department?
  • 13 years ago
    Kathryn, with all your talent and great design sense, I wish we could see you commenting on Design Dilemmas. I'd enjoy learning from you!
    Kathryn Long thanked bumblebee728
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    The plans had to be submitted to our neighborhood association for approval. But, not for code.
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    Bumblebee728, thank you. I will try to post more as business allows.
  • PRO
    13 years ago
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  • 13 years ago
    Excellent, tasteful, done to a "T" and nothing overboard or underbaked!
    Kathryn Long thanked decoenthusiaste
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    Thanks. It's a very restful room with wonderful late afternoon light coming in because of the two added windows.
  • 13 years ago
    Thanks Kathryn!
  • 13 years ago
    I need your help. i'am about to renovate my own room. I need your idea...
  • 13 years ago
    Stunning renovation. A peaceful sanctuary from this crazy mixed up world.
    Kathryn Long thanked glitzy
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    @theresa Cambaya I would post this in the discussion group under design dilemma here https://www.houzz.com/discussions/home-and-garden-discussions-dsbr0-bd~

    and see what people suggest. There may be sources online that will give advice via email/internet.
  • 13 years ago
    thank you Kathryn..i appreciate it a lot..so far there are lots of ideas from houzz...could you give me idea on putting the perfect painting on my room? thank ou so much