Jeweled Interiors Fall 2018 ORC Week 1 | Formal Living and Dining Room | The Plan

by jeweledinteriors | Oct 3, 2018 | One Room Challenge, Virginia Home | 32 comments

Jeweled Interiors Fall 2018 One Room Challenge Week 1

Jeweled Interiors Fall 2018 One Room Challenge, before pics, colonial, piano, living room, dining room, entertaining space, miles redd, Jonathan Adler, ideas, before shots, Metrie, spoonflower, build.com, architectural depot, art, Milton and King, Viva Tropicana. Kelly Wearstler

OH BOY! I can see the rumors now. Fast forward to the the beginning of November…

“Have you seen Jewel lately? I feel like it’s been ages”

“Yeah, I saw her sprinting through the grocery store last week and she looked BAD! Bad as in she either hasn’t slept in couple of months, or she has a terminal disease.”

“Oh no, I hope she’s ok”

*alertImportant News Flash alert to all of my friends and family. I am alive and well! It’s just that over the next six weeks I will be FULLY ENGAGED in the One Room Challenge. If you need me, I’ll be in my lair. Muahhhahhhhaaaaaa….

What is the ORC?

I want to start out with a huge thank you to Linda, from Calling it Home, for organizing this…the Summer Olympics of all blogging events…the grand-daddy of all link-ups, even more closely watched than a Senate Judiciary Confirmation…THE 2018 Fall ONE ROOM CHALLENGE???! Woot Woot!

If you’ve never heard of the ORC then you need to check your pulse and get on board! This is a six week interior design competition between 20 Featured Designers and hundreds of other Guest Participants (like me). All of us have the goal of transforming our spaces with only a month and a half to get it done. Sounds like plenty of time, right? Whatevs folks! That’s only 42 days!

In addition to the fun support and comroderie that this event evokes, there are also two fabulous media sponsors. I find it oh-so wickedly awesome that Better Homes and Gardens and Home Love Network will be picking their favorites to showcase at the end of the event. Yep, you read that right.

It’s So Nice To Meet You

If you are new to Jeweled Interiors then you should know that my super- human skills are refinishing and pairing vintage finds with quality brands for a soulful and glamorous look.

We are a military family of six and we just made our thirteenth move…You read that right too! The major perk to this new house is that we actually own it, unlike our last ten month rental. We plan to be here another nineteen months with a strong possibility of settling here FOREVER someday. In case you were wondering, forever is a really long time. I want to pick design elements that I will love for a very long time to come.

Jewel Marlowe, bio, Jeweled Interiors Fall 2018 One Room Challenge, before pics, colonial, piano, living room, dining room, entertaining space, miles redd, Jonathan Adler, ideas, before shots, Metrie, spoonflower, build.com, architectural depot, art, Milton and King, Viva Tropicana. Kelly Wearstler

This ain’t my first ORC rodeo! Nope, I’ve got two others under my belt and I have learned and grown so much with each. As I’m writing this I am also noticing a theme for my ORC experience. I seem to have a thing for doing a living room and a dining room combo each time. It appears that this go round will be no exception. Welp, if nothing else, I am consistent!

My Rooms Completed in the Fall 2017 ORC

My Rooms Completed in the Spring 2018 ORC

Before Pics

Some of the products mentioned are sponsored but the opinions are 100% my own.

So with that, let me show you the before pics of the aforementioned living room and dining room which are both about to get a major make-over.

I would bet that this home was probably Da Bomb in 1994. Great location, beautiful community, and classic colonial architecture.

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While the location and community still can’t be beat, let me tell you a little something. 1994 was a long time ago! I was still in elementary school…ok..that’s a total lie ?, but it makes me sound more millennial-ish, don’t you think?

Formal Living Room

Here is the room the first week we moved in this summer.

There are couple of things I want you to notice about this space.

Check out the light fixture. There is definitely room for improvement to say the least.

Look at the window treatments. Womp Womp. We can do better.

Very importantly, notice the molding. It’s a start, but I want MORE…You hear me? MORE, MORE, MORE! I am fully aware that I sound like my kindergartener while saying this, but we OWN this home. I firmly believe that molding and millwork are a crucial part of any good design plan, and I am stoked to be partnering with Metrie to add depth and character to this space.

Formal Living Room with Temporary Furniture

um….its liveable, but far from my dream sitting room

This piano is just ok. I have a plan to partner with Spoonflower.com to make- over this sad bench into something incredible!

Formal Dining Room

Good news! If the local chapter of the Octogenarians “R” Us needs a new venue for their monthly meeting they will feel right at home in my formal dining room ??. While I do love a classic look, I prefer to mix it with modern elements…ain’t too much modern going on here at the moment.

One of the first thing that needs to go is the granny chandy. Adios crystal chandelier… I will be partnering with Build.com to replace it with something chic and modern.

See the ceiling medallion? The scale is tooooo small. I am teaming up with Architectural Depot to upgrade this detail.

Let’s talk walls, shall we? This space has a chair molding but no picture molding… Metrie is going to help me rectify that pronto. While we are at it we are going to add ceiling details as well.

The upper part of the walls is missing drama. I like me some drama…on the walls that is. Don’t worry folks, I have a plan…and ohhhh what a plan it is!

The Dining Room Plan

The Living Room Vision

I want classic elements, but mixed with a modern color scheme, lighting, and prints. I can’t wait to get it all together!

A Huge Thanks to my Fabulous Sponsors

TO DO LIST

Pick-up and install molding and trim on ceilings and walls (Metrie)

Install Ceiling Medallions (Architectural Depot)

Hang Chandelier (Build.com)

Install Wallpaper (Milton and King)

Upholster Leopard Chairs (Fabric Mill)

Sew Fringe on sofa (Fringe Market)

Upholster Velvet dining chairs (Fabric Place Basement)

Decide upon color and paint sideboard (Velvet Finishes)

Paint Stair Hand Railings (Velvet Finishes)

Choose Pillows (Arianna Belle)

Upholster Piano Bench (Spoonflower)

Add Jazzy End Table (Home Pop)

Optional:

Paint ceiling terra cotta or blushy-peach

Sleep…I wish

Shower…everyone around me wishes

Laundry…What laundry…I don’t see no stinking laundry…I’ve mastered the art of denial.

Thank you so very much for joining me on the Jeweled Interiors Fall 2018 One Room Challenge. If you like what you see here don’t forget come back and poke around a bit after the link-up. Oh, and following me is fun too ?. Check back each Thursday as I transform this space into a colorful, soulful, and glamorous abode.

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32 Comments

Deneen on October 4, 2018 at 12:19 am

One day I hope I can use colour like you do Jewel. I think the space is already pretty grand. I’ll definitely be checking in to see how your transformation comes along.
jeweledinteriors on October 4, 2018 at 4:26 am

That is so kind Deneen. I can’t wait to get started!!! I started pulling random elements into the room and now it’s a hot mess. lOL
Susie on October 4, 2018 at 9:28 am

I love bold color, but never feel like I can pull it all together….. so I’m thrilled to live vicariously through your fabulous designs. Love love love the green and black. What a great punch of wow! Looking forward to following along with you the next few weeks. ~~ Susie from The Chelsea Project
jeweledinteriors on October 4, 2018 at 9:29 am

Thanks Susie! I really love your bathroom and can’t wait to see you nail it!
Jessica Brigham on October 4, 2018 at 10:34 am

OK Jewel, right off the bat I’m floating on cloud nine with that assortment of green and pink inspo ? I cant wait to see how you transform this dining/living room!!! You’re so bold and I looooove it ??????
jeweledinteriors on October 4, 2018 at 11:03 am

Thanks so much Jessica!!! Fingers crossed I can get it all done in 6 weeks!!!
Emy on October 4, 2018 at 3:19 pm

That dining room wallpaper! I love watching what you do in your homes. Can’t wait to see the results.
jeweledinteriors on October 5, 2018 at 3:54 am

Thanks so much Emy ???
Ola on October 5, 2018 at 5:24 am

That emerald green and royal blue are both saying something wonderful to me Jewel! You are a genius at pulling patterns and textiles together. I can’t wait for the reveal!
Besa on October 5, 2018 at 7:24 am

I can’t wait to follow along these coming weeks to see the transformation of these already beautiful spaces ?
Jess on October 5, 2018 at 12:09 pm

I absolutely love this post. Your wit and humor shines through it all! Yours is one reveal that I am SERIOUSLY excited about! I love your bold use of color and texture.
Jen @ Jenron Designs on October 5, 2018 at 1:08 pm

Love you inspiration board the colors are so vibrate and bold. This is going to be a great space. Looking forward to seeing it in 6 weeks!
jeweledinteriors on October 5, 2018 at 2:38 pm

Thanks so much Jen!
jeweledinteriors on October 5, 2018 at 2:39 pm

Oh good. I’m glad someone actually READS it. lOL. Thanks so much!
jeweledinteriors on October 5, 2018 at 2:39 pm

Thank you so much Besa! I’m so stink’ excited!!!!
jeweledinteriors on October 5, 2018 at 2:40 pm

Thanks Ola! I have so much to do and can’t wait to see if I can pull it off or not. ?. This wallpaper is so incredible though!!!!
Jaclyn on October 6, 2018 at 11:22 pm

I can’t wait to see how the piano turns out! Your inspiration for the room is lovely and stunning!
jeweledinteriors on October 7, 2018 at 4:42 am

Thank you so much Jaclyn! I’m super excited about the piano too!
Nicki Parrish on October 7, 2018 at 10:51 am

Very exciting plans, can’t wait to follow along!
Libbie on October 7, 2018 at 8:42 pm

I adore your use of color! I will be following along to see how this comes together and to cheer you on if you squeeze in regular bathing and laundry! 🙂
Jen @ Noting Grace on October 8, 2018 at 5:00 pm

Wow, wow, wow!! I cannot wait to see the fabulousness you create in this room. If it’s anything like the past, you will totally rock it! So happy to be joining you again this season! Good luck my friend!
tim@designmaze on October 9, 2018 at 2:30 pm

wow both the living room and dining room and they are going to be sensational! Love the bold colors and patterns in these spaces with traditional architectural elements. cant’ wait to see these rooms in 6 weeks!
tim@designmaze on October 9, 2018 at 2:48 pm

wow 2 spaces at the same time and such bold and vibrant designs for both the living room and dining room. love how you tie in the two spaces together with some common elements and bravo to the wallpaper!! I am using wallpaper too in the home office but will be a simple blush of pink.

Looking forward to finishing our rooms together in 6 weeks!
tim@designmaze on October 9, 2018 at 9:52 pm

wow not one but two rooms over 6 weeks and the design boards are fabulous! loving the bold patterns and colors you opted for and yay to wallpaper (it transforms spaces magically every time). can’t wait to see your two beautiful rooms in 6 weeks!
jeweledinteriors on October 10, 2018 at 1:38 pm

Thanks Tim! I love your vision for your room! Let’s do this!
jeweledinteriors on October 10, 2018 at 1:39 pm

Thanks so much Jen! I love your bathroom!
jeweledinteriors on October 10, 2018 at 1:39 pm

? Thanks Libbie!!! ?. So far the laundry is winning
jeweledinteriors on October 10, 2018 at 1:40 pm

Thanks so much Nicki!
Dannyelle on October 10, 2018 at 5:22 pm

What awesome plans you have, can’t wait to see it all come together!
jeweledinteriors on October 10, 2018 at 5:43 pm

Thanks so much Dannyelle
Kimm Jones on October 11, 2018 at 12:41 pm

Wow! I Love that you love bold color and moulding. As do I! Can’t wait to see this transformation 🙂

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jeweledinteriors on October 11, 2018 at 1:26 pm

Thanks Kimm! I’m excited!!!