Redesign into a Cottage Victorian Feel

5:27 PM | Labels: Accessories, Living Room, Re-design with what you already have

My Mother-in-law just moved into a new place and was really excited to decorate it in a "Cottage Victorian" feel.

She has had all of her china collections in storage for a long time, so in this redesign we added alot of her favorite pieces.

I am notorious for getting started on a room and forgetting to take the before pictures!

(Actually I am so excited to get going---I just get going!)

Originally this space was white and we added a soft gold on the wall. I started rearranging the furniture and then took the photos --- so most of the furniture is already placed. But you will get the idea about how accessories can really change the feel.

In the AFTER you can see how the curtains really soften the space (there are some lace fringe curtains in between the panels) The tablecloth with fringe, the pillow and throw on the chairs really add the Fabric element.

In the corner is a large protruding air conditioning and heating unit. We placed a green plant on it hoping that it will not be as noticeable.

You know I love lamps . . . and hers really reflect her style.

BEFORE

AFTER

Under the clock is a padded chest, (ideally this would be a great spot for a small settee)
But since we are decorating this space with what we have already, we covered it and added a couple of pillows. . . and I think it works!
(Notice her little yorkie taking a nap.)

A shelf in a grouping on the wall, with a few hanging items makes for a great "unit".
We added a few items that she loved and it really brought her personality to the space.