Entryway Makeover REVEAL (including lighting, ceiling medallions, moulding, art, wallpaper, paint, stair, runners).
I can’t believe that this is OUR house! Our new entryway feels oh so FANCY! Can I just say, however, that who ever organized this blog hop didn’t give nearly enough weeks to accomplish a room make over…oh wait that’s me. A complete two story make over in three week? That’s just plain crazy and I don’t know what in the world I was thinking. While I’m glad it’s done, I’m even more excited about the results!
Note: Most of the products listed are sponsored. I love working with fabulous companies and their quality products to bring you unique and beautiful rooms
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The handrails and kick plates on the stairs have been a labor of love for the last six months (off and on…but mostly off :). Velvet Finishes paint has been very useful in the process. I will write a post about the process soon, but I used VF in Luxurious color for the railing. It’s a soft black with a cool undertone and it looks gorgeous on my railings. To seal this and the kick plates, I covered it all in with two coats of Protect. I was worried that it wouldn’t hold the test of time, but after six months it still looks fab…except the overspray from the wall paint…I’m working on touching that up.
Something fantastic also came in the mail recently from a little Etsy shop called The French Evolution. These brass finials were a birthday gift from my mom and they came directly from France…How rad is that? I have to admit that on some lever my inspiration for the stairs must have come from Natasha Habermann’s ORC Entryway. The brass finial is an improvement over the little wooden hamburgers that use to rest on top of my posts.
To add texture and to minimize our ugly wood floors I added 7 inexpensive Ikea rugs and doused them in Scothguard. We’ll see just how long they last.
See the chunky 5 inch black tassel? I got that from Fringe Market and I have a lot more left over for another project.
The MOST dramatic, labor intensive, and resell value-adding improvement in this space is most certainly the Metrie 1- 13/16 Panel Mould, I mean, seriously folks! This entryway went from a dated builder’s grade to almost French Apartment status. Scaffolding and paint sprayers were new to us, but apparently we held our own. It is absolutely breath taking and I can’t sing enough accolades.
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The funny part about this story is that I was concerned when I picked up the Metrie 1- 13/16 Panel Mould. I was surprised and nervous about it’s chunkiness. Would it be too much? I even pulled my car over in rush-hour DC traffic to email Metrie that I wasn’t sure if I had ordered the right product. Once I got home, however, I realized it was all going to work out beautifully. The two story foyer could handle the heft of the 1- 13/16 width. Most of the time in life we worry about being thin, but when it comes to moulding, tassels, and diamonds…the chunkier the better!
We still have the boxes under the wallpaper to finish, but my husband said he needs a little time to recover before tackling that project. I suppose that’s only fair…Scaffolding PTSD could be a real thing.
If I didn’t already have a crush on Metrie Moulding from our formal living room/dining room and daughter’s rooms, then this definately sealed the deal! It’s officially true love.
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I am thrilled to be working with Hudson Valley and Architectural Depot again. I still can’t get over the lighting and ceiling medallion combo we put together in my daughters’ upholstered bunk bed French bedroom last month.
Did you know that the Hudson Valley Lighting Group includes other great brands like Troy and Mitzi? I recently realized that almost every updated light fixture I own can be found on their website. Yep, I’m apparently a really big fan.
Plus, if you are in the market for ceiling medallions or other ways to add charm and personality to your home (corbels, shutters, fireplace surrounds….the list goes on and on) then Architectural Depot is just the place for you…Or at least it has been for me. The four Architectural Depot ceiling medallions I’ve installed are all so pretty.
Check out the dramatic changes.
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ASHLEIGH CHANDELIER + VERSAILLES MEDALLION
What did I tell you? It’s good, right? I’m kind of dying over this Ashleigh Chandelier from Mitzi paired with the Versailles Ceiling Medallion from Architectural Depot. I love me some “old” mixed with “new”. It’s kind of my jam and I’m floored by this combo! You may have noticed, but I seem to be crushing on large, white, bulbous chandeliers in this new home. Let me tell you though, there is something special about the Ashleigh Chandelier. The bulbs have just the right amount of “frosting” to give it an almost magical and etherial look. Plus, the brass is just such a pretty pop against my freshly painted white walls. One thing to consider: the scale of this piece is probably better suited for a dining room table, vs entryway lighting. Can you picture it with the Versailles Ceiling Medallion over your dining table? Because I sure can imagine it over mine.
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STELLA SEMI FLUSH MOUNT + APOLLO MEDALLION
While this pairing may be more petite, it also packs a big punch, stylistically. I love the way the white Stella semi flush pops against the freshly painted black Apollo Ceiling Medallion from Architectural Depot. See, more bulbous lighting…I’m kind of obsessed.
But to prove to you that I’m not a one trick pony, I would like to introduce you to the Hudson Valley fixture that I have installed at the top of the stairs…by “I” I actually mean my husband, who has proven to be an amazingly handy fellow this week.
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THE RYE SEMI FLUSH MOUNT
If you are in the market for something affordable, beautiful, and timeless then the Rye Flush Mount could be right up your alley. Since it sits at the top of the stairs, I knew this fixture would be in the same vignette as the Ashleigh. Whatever I picked shouldn’t compete with the drama of the Ashleigh + Versailles combo. In my search for something classic and understated, I (with the help from my friend Jess from Domicile37) found the Rye Flush Mount.
This was my first time working with Minted and I’m so glad for this opportunity because I love each of the pieces of art I have received. I love companies that give artists a chance to sell their designs to the general public. Minted does just that. In fact, my friend Ashley Peterson who helped with my my terrazo-sofa maximalist ORC room also has a print on Minted. So this concept is very real to me.
Human One: Anton print by Minted
The Layers Beneath Art Print by Minted.com
She’s Blooming from Minted
Simple Ink Series 4 from Minted
I wanted to create a little moment in this awkward pass through space and this Simplemente Puntos wallpaper from Milton and King fit the bill. This is the same company who sells my outrageously gorgeous dining room wallpaper, and you may be surprised that I didn’t pick something more “over the top”. I have a few great reasons why, and I’ll be writing a blog post explaining my choice.
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The one thing that didn’t quite make the big reveal were the door handles. They were suppose to arrive on Tuesday but got stuck in FedEx Purgatory. I think they should arrive today and I will update a picture and write a post reviewing the project soon. So far my experience with Grandeur Hardware has been completely lovely.
Coventry Passage Handles in Vintage Brass available for purchase HERE
Not bad for an old Ikea dresser, eh? Click HERE to see how I hacked this boring piece of furniture into its present day green goddess state.
PHEW! Can you believe we did that all in three weeks… (well, all but paint the stairs). If you need me, I’ll be taking a nap in my entryway…Now one of my favorite rooms in the house.
What will be our next room, you ask? Hold on tight…here comes the Master bedroom!!!
Source List
1. Versailles Ceiling Medallion from Architectural Depot
2. Apollo Ceiling Medallion from Architectural Depot
3. Rye Flush Mount from Hudson Valley Lighting
4. Ashleigh Chandelier from Mitzi
5. Stella From Mitzi
6. Human One: Anton from Minted
7. The Layers Beneath from Minted
8. Simple Ink Series 4 from Minted
9. She’s Blooming from Minted
10. Simplemente Puntos Wallpaper from Milton and King
11. Malachite Table DIY- paper
12. Metrie 1- 13/16 Panel Mould
13. Grandeur Hardware Entrance and Passageway Handles
14. Luxurious and Minimalistic Paint from Velvet Finishes
Feels good to cross some of these items off my list BTW:
Paint the stairs in Luxurious and Minimalistic Paint from Velvet Finishes
Hang Metrie 1- 13/16 Panel Mould
Hang Simplemente Puntos Wallpaper from Milton and King
Paint two story ceiling and walls ?
Install Ceiling Medallion | Apollo Ceiling Medallion
Hang Ashleigh Chandelier | Rye Flush Mount | Stella
Hang Human One: Anton | The Layers Beneath | Simple Ink Series 4 | She’s Blooming from Minted
DIY a Malachite Table
DIY rug runner?
Remove Stair Finials and replace with an Antique Brass pair being shipped from France! I bought it from TheFrenchEvolution on Etsy
My curtains are back-ordered so I’m went with my back up for now.
We may or may not get our floors refinished next week- Nope
Ok, enough about me…Go check out these other SUPER talented bloggers. I have loved following their progress and can’t wait to see their BIG REVEALS!!!!
I know you worked until the last minute but you NAILED IT! (of course!) It looks amazing Jewel! Love every detail. Thank you for hosting such a fun refresh. ?
Jewel, it’s so pretty!! I love the wallpaper! And those tassels on the rug are so cool! I can’t wait to see how you made the malachite table. <3
Thanks so much Emy! I will try to get that up next week!
Oh my goodness, I’m still working on the post…but the room is done! Thanks Jess. I’m excited to see yours!
Jewel! I have no idea how you got all of this done in a few short weeks, but the results are spectacular. I’m not sure I can pick a favorite part, but the new lighting and the tassels on the runner made my heart go pitter patter!
Oh my stars! I don’t know if I could ever choose what I love most about this space! It’s absolutely stunning, Jewel! You killed it! No one but you can combine so many colors, patterns, and fabrics and pull it off like that!!
WOWZA!!! Jewel strikes again. So much goodness in one spot – how will guests ever move on to other rooms – I would just want to stand there and take it all in. I love love that small dot wallpaper. What a great “base” for all of your fab colors and textures!!
Gorgeous! And so inspiring! Do you mind sharing the pink paint color on the island? Thank you
Ah! Jewel! It’s just perfection! All of that moulding is insanely beautiful and totally elevates the space! The amazing lighting pieces, that polka dot wallpaper, the tassel edge on the runner! Swoon! The Ikea hack in that amazing malachite! Thank you so much for hosting this challenge and all of your hard work! xo, Camila
Thank you so much! It’s called Reddened Earth (SW), but it’s darker in real life!
Thanks so much Marcie!!!! I’m so glad you like it!
Thanks so much! It was not easy!!! We love it so much though and are glad to be done. My husband has proclaimed #nomakeoverMarch…Actually it was my idea, but he’s totally on board 🙂
Thanks! I can’t wait to see your closet!
Thanks Camilla! That two story moulding wasn’t easy, but sooo worth it!
Oh Jewel! This is such an amazing makeover. I’m already measuring to add more molding and to order that fabulous wallpaper. Totally love this space! XO
Thanks so much Susie!!! I love the moulding and wallpaper too!
This is insanely good!
Wowza, the lighting, the amazing Moulding, the pop of color and the finished detailing with the brass finials makes for a beautiful transformation in the vast open area being pulled together by your design.
Thanks so much! It feels sooo good to be done!
Thanks Jessica! I’m so glad that you like it!
Your entryway looks gorgeous! I am totally in love with the lighting and the Ikea malachite hack is to die for! I am in process of purchasing a home with a two story 90’s entryway and I can’t wait for a blog on the moulding. The moulding elevates the room and makes it so elegant!
Thanks Stephanie! I think I need to do a tutorial then!
I’m DYING over the fringe on the bottom stair… it’s so extra I can’t. Also that moulding… holy moly you accomplished so much!!
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Thanks so much Charlotte! I love your space so much too!
This makeover is incredible! I seriously can’t believe how much you accomplished in three weeks! AMAZING! Love it all!
Thanks Carmel. My husband helped me on this one and it proved to be critical! Couldn’t have done it without him
Seriously BLOWN AWAY. I can’t believe how much you DIY’d in three weeks! You amaze me! The molding is my favorite part! Adds so much! I love the light you chose! You are just so good at layering, jewel! Kudos, looks awesome!
Thanks! I’m so glad that you like it! We are so happy with it too!
It looks absolutely amazing. I love how you got the entryway to stretch from the front door as far as it could go in every direction! As always, well done!
Thanks Ariel! You too my dear
Hey there. Everything looks sooo good! That fab zebra rug wasn’t mentioned and would love it if you would share the source—thx so much!
Hi Annie! It’s just a vintage hide I bought off Craigslist. It is very old, and isn’t holding up to well in here. It doesn’t help that the puppy has noticed it 🙂 I think I may have to move it up to the bedroom…Thats ok though, because that is our next makeover❤️❤️❤️
Tell me about that amazing gold mirror! Love it all!
Thanks Nancy. I bought it for twelve bucks at a thrift store on my birthday last year. It’s uttermost brand…so I think I scored!
Hi Jewel! I just stumbled across your work and I.am.blown.away!! Your layering is perfection! Wherever your eye lands, there is interesting beauty! I especially adore the little ottoman under the malachite table. Do you mind sharing the sources and names of the fabric, yellow binding and tassels you used? I love it all!! ??
Oh! You are so sweet! Thank you! That black and white fabric was a small rug that I found at Target about a year ago. I loved it so much that I bought 6 with no idea what I was going to do with it. I didn’t have enough to make a runner, but I ended up upholstering that stool in it. The ribbon was Amazon and the fringe was Fabric Place Basement Alexandria. Not sure if any of that was helpful?
Yes, so helpful! Thank you!
You bet!
Are these the curtains the same as the ones in your daughter’s room? I’m dying to know how to get my hands on some for my master remodel!
Yes, they are. I bought them from Fabric.com. Good luck!
Hi! Can you share the paint colour for your staircase panelling? Thank you!
It is Velvet Finishes soft black color. The color is called luxurious. 🙂