2011 Dream Home Bedroom at Merchandise MartTransitional Bedroom, Chicago
Inspiration for a transitional bedroom remodel in Chicago with gray walls and a standard fireplace — Houzz
lxxo wrote:April 5, 2013balthun wrote:August 7, 2012mcgill02 wrote:September 2, 2012
Sofie AS wrote:April 4, 2013
exdro2
I lost my guide book so I'm afraid that I don't know anymore. But it was Dream Home 2011 @ Merchandise Mart. Hope that helps. You can also contact Michael Abrams Limited or Design Center at The Merchandise Mart.6 years agolast modified: 6 years ago
PROHKT Design
I saw this room at the Mart last year while attending NeoCon~ It is by far my most favorite of the Dream Home, It is my Dream bedroom. I appreciate the inspirations and your creative works Michael, Kudos and best of luck to you.6 years ago
oletadarlene wrote:May 6, 2012
Ruby Lai
I can't find this silk wallcovering from Weitzner... what is the exact name of this wallcovering... thanks!7 years ago
Stuart Cohen & Julie Hacker Architects LLC wrote:April 8, 2013
Lucille Collins
I really like the ideas of this bedroom! I just like to ask what kind of material you use in the wall coverings/ have you use PVCs or other materials? it really looks sophisticated and a little bit manly. http://www.skj.co.th/products/pvc-sheets/5 years ago
carolina_f wrote:April 7, 2013Susana D.
Michael this room is amazing ! Feels like you are in a boutique hotel somewhere ! Luxurious one !6 years ago
Ashley Marin
Im In love with the curtains!!! So gorgeous!!! Do you know where I can purchase somw what similar??5 years ago
mommy2401 wrote:October 17, 2012
PRODeCocco Drapes
This is a beautiful room and the drapery panels and the roman shades really add to the elegance of the room. I think plantation shutters would really change the look and feel of the entire room. I say stick with the curtains.5 years ago
lovingcode wrote:September 22, 2012arpellegrino wrote:January 19, 2012
PROMichael Abrams Interiors
The Larsen fabric is Solstice-Silver, but I believe it has since been discontinued.8 years agoshelton143
Hi Michael,
I did search for the bed fabric from Larsen (Solistice-silver) and you are correct that it has been disontinued. I am unable to even find a sample to use to find a similar colour/fabrick. Are you able to suggest a similar fabric. I saw several images of this room and the fabric looks grey insome and cream in others. I would really appreciate your help as I'm in toronto but have fallen in love with tis bedroom8 years ago
dmahshi wrote:April 7, 2013
dmworley wrote:March 5, 2013
cderrickchaney wrote:January 27, 2013diamonds4dogs
I love the walls - so regal - would love to have the name of Donghia silk wall covering7 years ago
Marlene West wrote:October 8, 2012
PROMackey's MPI Inc.
No disrespect, but I think Marlene is asking what colors would be closest to the wallpaper color in your picture. The 3 you gave her were great colors, but they all read very blue not grey as in the picture you show.
What color do you feel would be closest to the wallpaper color in your picture here.
Thank you!7 years agoruthwaller
The colors Mr. Abrams gave REALLY ARE closet to the wall paper. I ordered a sample and it is not the same grey that you see on the internet. When you click on the green tag and get a larger sample you can see the silk is not all one flat gray color. The wall paper is beautiful and so is the room as it appears on the internet but as always the color on the internet varies some from the natural wall paper. Its all good.6 years ago
ndemanga86 wrote:September 25, 2012deliajc
I would like to purchase the same gray bedcover as in this photo. I visited Designer Linen Source which was indicated the source of the item. I wasn't able to find that particular bedcover. HELP!5 years ago
rbiller wrote:September 16, 2012
PROAddition Building & Design, Inc.
I agree, love all of that wood in the fireplace. Beautiful room!5 years agojas618
Make sure the wood is critter free before using it as a decoration or even if it will be awhile before it is burned.5 years ago
Janet Montgomery wrote:September 16, 2012shernikita wrote:June 2, 2012
PROVictoria Larsen Stencils
It's important to first decide if your gray is a cool gray or warm gray. In my opinion, as long as you stay within the cool/warm realm of colors, your accent color would coordinate beautifully. For instance, in a cool gray setting, choose cool accent colors.7 years ago
hdrose wrote:February 5, 2012
Sarah Landeros wrote:April 7, 2013- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
The walls are covered in in silk paper while the drapery is also silk and custom made for the room.6 years ago
Christopher Yue wrote:February 20, 2013
jankamp wrote:February 16, 2013
Brenda Bills
Hi Michael! Love this room! I have already started the master bedroom with this gray color on the walls, with the adjoining master bath in Black, Bright White, and a muted shade of gray. I just love the fabric you used on the Roman Shades, would you be so kind as to share the name and the coding for the fabric? Love, Love your work!7 years ago
jessica1802 wrote:January 21, 2013
Teri Reeds wrote:November 17, 2012
Sarah Ann Enrile wrote:October 28, 2012A S
cant find this particular one? happened to have link? thank you Beautiful work Michael!6 years ago
PROTufenkian Artisan Carpets
It is Barbara Barry's Tempo design for Tufenkian.
Please follow the link to see all the color ways that we offer: http://www.tufenkiancarpets.com/search.aspx?searchterm=tempo
We also have the Tempo Stone that is discounted and can be find in our Outlet store: https://www.tufenkianoutlet.com/p-2652-tempo-stone.aspx6 years ago
rstefanko wrote:October 23, 2012
Briggs Davenport
Check out modern masters paint. They make all kinds of metallics! It's what Disney uses!7 years ago
shelton143 wrote:January 25, 2012- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
It is actually a very small scaled herringbone print in both cream and grey.8 years ago shelton143
:( Looks like this is not going to be an easy one to find. It's too bad they discontinued it.8 years ago
Susan Scott wrote:January 14, 2012
angela pardue wrote:September 18, 2011smilesalot
i would also appreciate knowing the paint color and brand for the walls. thanks!8 years ago
andrealmcday wrote:August 6, 2011- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
It is a Weitzner silk wallcovering from the Donghia showroom in Chicago's Merchandise Mart.8 years ago
educator3 wrote:April 18, 2013
kimmiecall wrote:March 20, 2013miraclechi
I love the room. my only question is why do you have so much fire wood in the fire?7 years ago
finematz wrote:February 23, 2013
Carol Suhrer wrote:February 14, 2013- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
The room shades were made with sheer fabric that had a solid pattern running through it. The fabric is from Larsen.7 years ago
D wrote:February 6, 2013leonardwee wrote:January 27, 2013writerly wrote:January 16, 2013writerly
I didn't realize it was Venetian glass but the lamp is stunning. I'll put it on my dream list. Thanks!7 years ago
denisefeldman wrote:December 6, 2012Jan
Just wondering if you can tell me what wallpaper pattern you used on the room - i love the room its amazing, want to copy this room exactly! :)7 years agosgarcia805
can you plse tell me where to puchase the bed frame and the rest of the furniture7 years ago
Neiman NY wrote:December 4, 2012- PRO
Tufenkian Artisan Carpets
It is Barbara Barry's Tempo design for Tufenkian.
Please follow the link to see all the color ways that we offer: http://www.tufenkiancarpets.com/search.aspx?searchterm=tempo
We also have the Tempo Stone that is discounted and can be find in our Outlet store: https://www.tufenkianoutlet.com/p-2652-tempo-stone.aspx
6 years ago
Vicki Coe wrote:October 9, 2012
Marisa Armenis
what are the colors of the bed linens. You seem to have mixed a couple of colors not quite sure what they are..... thanks! Very inspirational!7 years ago
maquannies833 wrote:July 18, 2012
juanitav wrote:March 7, 2012olivia5419
is this fabric still available? Looking for it on website, is there an exact name for the color and design?
4 years ago
juanitav wrote:March 7, 2012- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Weitzner is one of the many brands available exclusively to the architecture and interior design trade.7 years ago
shelton143 wrote:January 21, 2012divorcee123
I know this sounds a bit crazy, but I think it would work. I found some textured paintable wallpaper online. There are horizontal papers easily found online. If you use a eggshell gray/silver paint I think you will get as close to the wallpaper covering as you can.8 years ago
ericak wrote:January 6, 2012- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Thank you. This room was part of a show house where each room was done by a different designer.8 years ago
ericak wrote:December 26, 2011otiuminteriors
Something leggy like this for the vanity but in the dark stain.
http://www.evadesigns.com/pics/european_bath_open_vanity.jpg8 years ago
Sandy Smallbone wrote:December 4, 2011Irma & Jena wrote:September 20, 2011- PRO
Just Saye It Designs
There is a similar chair called the Madrid, made by Thomasville.....7 years ago 
wenatplay
The chairs are FABULOUS. The shape is sexy, as is the black wood trim, the textured material is elegant...and the chair STILL looks comfy, not just pretty. Thanks for sharing6 years ago
usair wrote:August 12, 2011sammynicklas wrote:March 27, 2013jossan1012 wrote:March 23, 2013- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Thank you. These chairs are from Barbara Barry and available from Henredon Furniture. I would simply refer to them as lounge chairs.7 years ago
laura28 wrote:March 18, 2013- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Thank you, framing art is one of my favorite things. It can make or break a piece of art work. I use Artist Frame Service in Chicago for all my framing. It takes time to review the options and select just the right frame. You want the frame to enhance the art work but not over power it.7 years ago
beckchap wrote:February 18, 2013
tisawiranata wrote:January 15, 2013- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
sorry - this room was created for a showhouse in 2011 in Chicago's Merchandise Mart. There is no floor plan of a home. There were only (2) photographs of this room.7 years ago 
bcappa
I live in Raleigh, NC. I have designed my bedroom over and over again. I really need a professional to help me. The ceilings are only 8'- that seems to be my stiffling point! The rest of the house has high ceilings. First I used a Queen Anne poster bed trying to get height- but that was quickly replaced with a very low modern Italian job. I still have the evidence of 23 duvets that I have purchased over the last 2 years. (Macy's current stripe shown)
My media room looks a great deal like your grey showroom bedroom- because that is my style. Can you help us with our master bedroom. (We travel a good bit, so the hotel style especially appeals to us).4 years ago
Terri Amspacker wrote:January 8, 2013- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Thank you - this too is one of my favorite rooms. I had the ottoman custom made for the room. The leather is Larsen.7 years ago
amckenzie1008 wrote:January 7, 2013gabyk213 wrote:December 28, 2012- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Thank you very much. The roman shades are a sheer patterned fabric from Cowtan & Tout and made in a waterfall style for this project.7 years ago Brenda Bills
Hi Michael,
Love, love this room! It show a very elegant, soft, inviting place to relax! I know that you have previously stated, that the fabric for the shades is from Larsen, but I have not been able to find it. Could you please identify the name, and style number please?
Love your work!
Thanks!7 years ago
Cheryl Cummings wrote:November 14, 2012- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Thanks - those are my favorite table lamps. They are from Baker Furniture but have since been discontinuted. :(7 years ago
Linda Wiener wrote:October 30, 2012- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
The mirrors are sized to order and are from The Filsinger Showroom in Chicago.7 years ago
201lasky wrote:August 29, 2012- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
The fireplace surround came from Paris Ceramics at the Merchandise Mart in Chicago and is available for purchase.7 years ago
oletadarlene wrote:May 6, 2012- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
The chandelier is from Remains Lighting, and the mirrors are custom from Filsinger.7 years ago jacks66
Can you let me know the colours and material of the curtains and the colours on the wall and where all the bedlinen comes from please Tanks Jackie7 years ago
tammy_ag wrote:May 3, 2012What is the square footage of this bedroom
- I love your bedroom. Can you say what the size of it is
foodie3826
I saw this room at the Dream Home at Merchandise Mart. It is more beautiful up close than you can see on the pictures. Simply beautiful!!7 years ago
dougblank wrote:April 30, 2012- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
The bed linens are from Designers Linen Source in Chicago's Merchandise Mart.7 years ago Connie Staley
What are the floors. They appear very dark is it hardwood and what is the color?7 years ago
nicolemp wrote:April 3, 2012- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Thank you, the sconces are Jonathan Browning and can be purchased through Holly Hunt.7 years ago cappergirl
what is the finish on the wall sconces? i can't find it on holly hunt, only this. https://hollyhunt.com/ShowProduct.aspx?ProductID=250&ManufacturerID=8 but i need 2 single ones.
4 years ago
cedwa wrote:April 2, 2012
PRODeCocco Design
Looks like a 1 1/4" rod with inside mounts, so no finials. That way the beautiful drapes can go all the way to the wall. Such a restful space!8 years ago- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
that is correct - the rod is brushed iron finish wall to wall.7 years ago
jaclenner wrote:March 21, 2012- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
The ottoman is custom from my work room in Chicago. It is upholstered in a Larsen leather.8 years ago rbzion
Hello, I'd like to purchase that ottoman, do I have a choice of colors? what would the price be?7 years ago
littleone123 wrote:January 14, 2012
jewelgirl
it is 100 % silk wall covering. click on the MORE INFO directly under the picture and see more about it.8 years ago
Lilacjo wrote:January 8, 2012gillysmith
I bet you wish you'd never designed such a lovely room!!!! Another question....what material have you used for the curtains and roman blinds? Searched everywhere and cannot find anything similar. Many thanks.5 years ago
jackiegidaro wrote:December 28, 2011dwright548
I saw a similar chandelier on the Candice Olsen lighting site…but it was a little more rounded at the bottom instead of being kind of flat in this photo. Good luck8 years ago- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Thank you. The chandelier is from Remains Lighting. You can email me directly for a quote.8 years ago
howzitgoin wrote:August 31, 2011- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Flooring in bedrooms is based on personal preference. If you go with laminate or wood, keep in mind you'll need an area rug.8 years ago
esthersilberman wrote:August 21, 2011- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
The bedding is from Designer's Linen Source in Chicago's Merchandise Mart.8 years ago
14271600 wrote:February 22, 2013- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Kelly - that sure provided me a smile. I truly do not know if you can paint Pergo floors. I would be very concerned that it may adhere properly. That said, go online and I am sure you can find out. Send me some pictures when you are finished.7 years ago
beckchap wrote:February 18, 2013- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
The bed is from Bright and called the Van Bed by Douglas Levine. It is a queen and upholstered in silk from Larsen. The color is a soft silvery cream color. It is for sale as a floor sample.7 years ago
beckchap wrote:February 16, 2013- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
The mirror came from Cary Filsinger and was custom ordered for this room.7 years ago
Margaret Chappell wrote:February 15, 2013- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
What exactly would you like to know? They were made especially for this room by Cary Filsinger.7 years ago
mleary920 wrote:January 12, 2013- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Thank you - the artist is Chicagoan Francine Turk, check out her website. She is brilliant.7 years ago
tamlp100 wrote:January 9, 2013- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
The beside tables came from Donghia are in a medium walnut stain.7 years ago
cici104 wrote:January 6, 2013- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Thank you - the mantle came from Paris Ceramics at the Chicago Merchandise Mart.7 years ago
hanrahan wrote:January 6, 2013- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
The bed came from the Bright Showroom in Chicago and I had selected a silk fabric from Larsen. The bed designer is Doug Levine and the bed is called the Van Bed.7 years ago
tcrowne225 wrote:January 6, 2013- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Thank you - The wood floor is a 6" wide plank oak stained in espresso.7 years ago
Andi Staffan_Dolinsky wrote:December 9, 2012onlyashley wrote:December 2, 2012hathatshop wrote:November 11, 2012edanavi wrote:August 26, 2012divorcee123 wrote:August 21, 2012- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
If your hardwood floors are dark then I would go with a white for some great pop -7 years ago
gin1ek wrote:July 28, 2012Carole Orland wrote:July 25, 2012- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
The tray on the ottoman is approx. 24" square and was sourced via Baker, Knapp & Tubbs in Chicago. It retails for approximately $2,400 and is made of mother of pearl.7 years ago
sarahnewhouse wrote:July 16, 2012elizabethridgecole wrote:June 25, 2012arpellegrino wrote:April 18, 2012shelton143 wrote:February 1, 2012- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Yes, it is ok. In my project titled Astor, I used a different trim color in the Master Suite.8 years ago
shelton143 wrote:January 21, 2012- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
The bed is upholstered in a Larsen silk. We purchased the bed linens from Designers Linen Source in Chicago.8 years ago
shelton143 wrote:January 21, 2012- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Bright Furniture is a showroom available exclusively to the interior design trade.8 years ago
nicolenelson wrote:January 1, 2012
Brenda Perez wrote:December 8, 2011- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Weitzner is available to the architecture and design trade only.8 years ago
hkim42 wrote:November 23, 2011- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
Thank you. The bed is from Bright and is upholstered in a Larsen fabric.8 years ago
jenson wrote:August 24, 2011- PRO
Michael Abrams Interiors
The drapery and roman shades are custom using Larsen and Osborne & Little fabrics. The wallcovering is Weitzner.8 years ago
Marlene West wrote:October 8, 2012What Houzz contributors are saying:
Fred Albert added this to Bedroom Window Treatments to Block the LightSeptember 11, 2013
Or pair curtains with shades, for several lines of defense.
Samantha Schoech added this to Guessing Game: What Might Our Bedrooms Say About Us?April 1, 2013
We are a gay, double-income, no-kids couple in a big city. One of us is a lawyer; the other is a designer. We have no pets, but we do have a killer wine collection.
Elements of Style added this to Feng Shui Basics for a Happy HomeDecember 9, 2012
Electronic devices are said to produce negative energy via electromagnetic fields. Ideally, you should minimize your exposure to the myriad devices our homes now seem to have.The bedroom is a haven for rest, and uninterrupted sleep is paramount to achieving a successful and productive life. Try a couple of easy ideas to help reduce the flow of negative energy. Keep your alarm clock at least 3 feet away from your bed. If you are not going to banish your television from your bedroom, enclose it inside a cabinet and shut the doors when you are sleeping. The blue-gray used with abundance in this luxurious bedroom strongly encourages relaxation.
Samantha Schoech added this to A Bedroom for Both of YouMarch 6, 2012
This bedroom is high glamour all the way, but sticking to a palette of gray and silver keeps it from looking like a starlet’s dressing room. Even a macho man could sleep here.
Shane D. Inman added this to Master Bedrooms That Take CommandFebruary 23, 2012
4. Play with texture. Choose your bed linens, draperies, carpet, paint and upholstery in a monochromatic palette, but choose different textures. This creates a boutique hotel feel.
Vanessa Brunner added this to Readers' Choice: The 20 Best Bedrooms of 2011December 21, 2011
6. While this bedroom is definitely dramatic, the gray tones tend to give it a soothing, rather than cold, feel. Readers were drawn to the carefully chosen color palette, as well as the convenient sitting area in front of the fireplace. Various forms of lighting — from sconces, to floor lamps, to the chandelier — provide comfortable levels of light for any time of day.
What Houzzers are commenting on:
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