Here is a before pic of the TV room with the previous owner’s furniture.

Here is a picture of the fireplace after we removed the ugly mantle.  At this point we sat down and discussed just how badly the home owner hated the old stacked stone fireplace tile.  Was it something they could learn to love? Was it worth the time and investment to upgrade? Could we DIY the existing stone to be more inline with the vision for the room, or would it just feel like a DIY?

In the end we decided that an upgrade to sexy Tile Shop Noir Honed Travertine  fireplace tile would have incredible impact on the room.  Not only would it make the space feel more modern,  the honed slate travertine was nearly black.  This would make the TV itself visually disappear.  It is hard to say no to all of those variables. New fireplace tile it is!

Here are some progress shots of the fireplace tile.

You can see that Ronni (IG: rchomeservicesllc) constructed the frame above so that he can build out an even surface to install the new tile.  Below you can see how he reinforced a place for the TV

The Noir Honed 8x24in stacked horizontally across the entire fireplace is rocking my world.  I can’t wait to show you more next week for the BIG REVEAL!

Fireplace Tile Source List

Noir Honed 8x24in

Noir Honed Somerset

Noir Honed Bullnose

Noir Honed Barnes

Noir Honed Stanton

Ardex X77 Mortar

Ardex SX Caulk

Sealer

This is my second time working with The Tile Shop.  The first being our marble kitchen floors and back splash for the 2019 One Room Challenge.

Both times my experience has been lovely.  Andrew, our local manager has really gone out of his way to make sure that I had all the products I need.

I love the selection of The Tile Shop and really look forward to seeing how our fireplace tile turns out.

Prosecco Chandelier

Man, I love lighting!  I want to show you two very different fixtures that Ronni (IG: rchomeservicesllc) installed for us.  The first is the gorgeousProsecco fixture from Corbett Lighting.  We opted for this piece in the entryway because it is TIMELESS.  The homeowners don’t have any immediate plans to move, but when they do they didn’t want to feel the need to replace a chandelier in this premier location!  This piece is inline with the architecture of the home and helps us remember to keep a traditional soul as we decorate the rest of the rooms, even if we are approaching it very eclectically.

I would like to draw your attention to the gorgeous details on this chandelier.  I was surprised to see how heavy and unique each of the crystals are.  Also, the subtle floral/branch motif is lovely.

When deciding on an entryway chandelier we knew the best place to start was Corbett Lighting.  The have a large selection of entry-sized fixtures and they often come in a variety of sizes to suite different sized rooms.

The Prosecco by Corbett Lighting really is a lovely chandelier.  Like all Corbett Lighting, the attention to detail is clearly demonstrated in the quality of the piece.

 Fleur Chandelier

The second fixture that I would like to show you is the Kuzco Fleur Chandelier- 44in.   This piece is like a modern piece of art, and very different than the entryway chandelier.

We love the way it floats in a room.  It puts off an enormous amount of light (which I personally love), and I would recommend a dimmer switch to give you the most options.

Interestingly, you can adjust this chandelier and hang it a variety of ways.  We considered inverting it, but in the end liked the way it point down towards the cofffee table.

This will be so pretty to show you next week!

Another company that I want to highlight this week is Annie Selke.  They have kindly gifted us with a 10×14 Samson rug in the dining room.  This beautiful rug is also indoor/outdoor and kid friendly…but you would never guess!  I can see why this is one of their best sellers

Additionally, we will be using this Annie Selke Longwool Tibetan Sheepskin in Ivory, the large Lennon Indoor/Outdoor decorative pillow, and the Sawyer Indoor/Outdoor pillow.  Interestingly,  I don’t think anyone would ever know that either of those pillows were designed to also function outdoors.  

You have seen glimpses of this amazing Couristan Chalet Plank Rug in Ivory, but I wanted make sure that I point out how fabulous it is.  It is great construction and I think it’s neutral and textural nature is a nice balance against the busy wallpaper. I would definitely order one of these timeless rugs again.

Ronni was able to install these fantastic pulls and knobs from Emtek Select yesterday afternoon.  One of my favorite parts about this collection of hardware is the fact that they are customizable (can you tell that I like the ability to customize things).  I was able to select the size, stem finish, and bar pull design and finish. In the end we went with simple black, because I didn’t want to draw extra attention to the built-ins.  Plus, an added bonus, black is timeless.

More hardware is getting installed today.  I’ll update those pics by this evening, but these Schaub Estate Dover Cabinet Pull are rocking my world

I am in the process of painting the frame of this huge Minted Waiting on Waves by Jessica Rice piece of art.  I hope to hang it in the entryway today.

1. Kelly Moore Midnight Sky

2. Schumacher- Faubourg Blue

3.  Schumacher- Vizier Velvet Tape

4. Schumacher-Chevron Strie Velvet

5. Kuzco Fleur Chandelier- 44in 

6. Ronnie Logan Collections

7. Sculpture Chair

8. Couristan Chalet Plank Cowhide Rug in Ivory

9. Annie Selke Longwool Tibetan Sheepskin Decorative Pillow

10. Annie Selke Pom Pom Throw

11. Lush Linen Ivory Curtain Panel

12. The Tile Shop- Noir Honed Travertine Collection

13. Portrait from Verdigris Vintage-An Antique Warehouse

14. Schaub Estate Dover Cabinet Pull

15. Benchmade Modern OG Couch Potato Sofa with Bumper in Charles Navy

As I mentioned last week, this table has been delayed, so I have come up with a decent back-up plan involving this Jokhang Tiger Schumacher Fabric.  We are going to upholster two stools in this this, gorgeous material, but they will eventually get moved to another room after the burl table arrives. Props to Ronni Logan Interiors for her work on these pieces.

1. Schumacher Feather Bloom Sisal Wallpaper in Emerald and Ore

2. Minted Waiting on Waves by Jessica Rice

3. Kelly Moore Paint- New Life

4. Corbett Lighting Prosecco

5. Schumacher Atwood Fabric- Upholstery by Ronni Logan Interiors

6. Bellini Glass Vintage Italian Umbrella Stand from Verdigris Vintage-Antique Dealer

7. Loloi Layla Marine Clay Rug

8. Bravura Hardware Knob

9. Loloi Grand Canyon Area Rug Ivory Cowhide

10. Oversized Citron Lamp from Verdigris Vintage- Antique Warehouse

11. Vintage Reproduction Clam Shell from Verdigris Vintage-Antique Warehouse

Unless indicated by an astrik, all of the products mentioned are sponsored or discounted but the opinions are 100% my own.

1.  *Fabric Place Basement Citron Drapes | Ask for Anila for sewing and upholstery needs

2. Kelly Moore Painte- Navy Damask

3. *Restoration Hardware T-brace Rectangular Extension Dining Table

4.  Fine and Dandy Co. Paradis Orchid with Patina Wall covering

5. *Foley Chair

6. Annie Selke Samson Black Indoor Outdoor Rug

7. *Schumacher Nolita Fabric pillows

8. Sita Marble Bowl

9. *Thrifted- Fingers Crossed

10.* Wallpaper installer: IG: @JV_wallpaper

11. Emtek Select knobs and pulls

12. Roni (IG:rchomeservicesllc) Contractor