Ok, everyone. The day has finally arrived. I’m especially excited for this reveal because it happens to be October, and it’s finally cooled off here in Northern California enough to actually feel like fall… which means I got to have some fun with cozy decor (seasonal decorating is my absolute favorite… just wait until December!)
Let’s remind ourselves of how this place looked when we first stepped foot inside it one year ago…
Okay, that’s enough of that. Here it is now:
Let’s back up to where you first enter at the top of the staircase (just in front of the foyer, for reference):
This is what you see straight ahead (I relocated the ficus tree downstairs and brought my DIY ladder back in):
This antique cabinet greets you at the bottom of the landing…
I’ve rearranged this decor on this cabinet yet again (I think this is the third time this month…)
It’s just too much fun, I can’t help myself. All of the greenery in this room was freshly cut from our property Sunday. There’s plenty of variety to go around here in the mountains.
Moving along… you’ll find the entrance to downstairs on your left. So glad I painted this door black.
Next to that is the awesome vintage trunk I scored at our flea market.
I just love the character it adds to the space.
And this lamp…
And then we have our new couch covers!
Couldn’t be happier with the white linen. I’ll talk more about these next week.
There’s the kitchen above, if you were wondering how this all flowed together. It’s a two story home but the living room is on it’s own “half story” in between.
Our hidden subwoofer table fits perfectly to the left of the couch.
And then there’s the fireplace…
I posted tons of photos of this recently so I won’t focus on this too much. I did make a couple small styling changes though.
It was chilly enough for a fire yesterday and Susie was all about it.
Can we talk about this cabinet for a minute?
I’ve decided it’s my most favorite thing I’ve ever built. And the gray color is so dreamy.
I bought a sheet of MDF and some pine boards and had this the next day. Magic.
I’ll share all the details on the building process later this week. This might be my favorite “moment” in the room. The frames/photos are from my budget matted frame trick last year.
Can’t own a mountain home without a deer pillow…
And this cable knit pouf… sigh.
Handmade via Etsy and perfect.
I also just finished this tree stump table yesterday, literally right before these photos. More on that to come.
Susie’s new favorite spot.
The large jute rug (in bleached/off-white) is neutral enough for all seasons. This is also my favorite new lounging place.
Especially on the extra cold days, by the fire…
And that concludes the tour! Thanks for coming along and following us on our renovation journey…
You can find links to every source in this post. Cheers to the last week of October!
Jenna Sue says
Thank you! It's Valspar's Montpelier Madison White.
Bethany Elkins says
Can't wait to see how you build the gray cabinet! Ah-mazing!
Shayna Orrino says
Please excuse me while I pick my jaw up off the floor… This is one dreamy room, but I didn't expect anything less. You rock, girl. Seriously rock. Can't wait to see how you made that cute cabinet! Love!
Sarah @ Thrifty Decor Chick says
I love it, of course! The kitty is a beauty too. 🙂
Kelly Davis says
Gorgeous! You make me want to up and move to a cabin with a mountain view!
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krazgrl says
Hi Jenna Sue, I just had to write and say how much I LOVE your decorating/design style. I follow a LOT of blogs but yours is the first one that has really spoken to me in regards to my style. I love the old and the new. My husband is a big outdoorsman so I like to try to infuse some of that into our home as well. I feel like you've hit the nail on the head as far as I'm concerned. I could move in tomorrow but that my just freak a family out so I'll just watch from behind my computer screen. One big thing that captured my eye is that I also have a vaulted ceiling with rooms that flow from one to another. I find it difficult to kind of separate these rooms when trying to paint & style rooms. I love your planked wall in that it creates a kind of a division with out being to overboard. A lot of people say our home is comfortable but I always find it kind of a mish mash of colors and things. But you my dear have it down. I suppose that is why you do what you do. If only I could hire you to fly over here to Michigan to help me out. You've got a new fan here. Can't wait to see what else you come up with.
The Fabulous Ferris Family says
I absolutely love what you have done and that wall color is exactly what I have been looking for! Could you share what color it is, please?
Traci@ Beneath My Heart says
Jenna,
It is just breath taking! I am so in love with your style. Could you please come to Ky and help me out? 🙂
Thanks for sharing all of your amazing inspiration!
Karen says
Absolutely gorgeous, Jenna! You do outstanding work. You really should try your hand at being a designer; I think you would be a great success. Can you tell me if you use Swiss Coffee on all your walls and your trim? The color combo is so soft without being a harsh white. I am looking for such a color. I know I have to try it in my rooms which do not have as much natural light as yours. It's hard to tell from online pics. Would you say it's a warm white or a cool white? From here it looks to be a little on the warm side. Your rooms are so soft and inviting. I love how you use a kind of monochromatic color palette without it being dull. Right now I am trying my hand at neutrals for the first time without being too uninteresting. I study your rooms for inspiration! Thank you for sharing your home.
Sherri says
Only one word to describe every last detail-perfection!
Elizabeth BlueClearSky says
Beautiful! Such a great space that you have worked magic on. That fireplace is gorgeous. I love the colours, textures, beautiful plank and beam ceiling, accessories… awesome! Thanks for sharing!
Barbara H. says
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! Too good to continue just lurking on your blog, in fact. What a rewarding feeling you must have as you walk through your home and then get to look out at the wonderful view, too. Congratulations!
Viva la Buzzkill says
Okay, Susie is your best Fall decor. She's the perfect pop of color in your mountain mama maison. She's even cozier-dozier than your chaise lounge by the fire. And she's the best photo-bomber ever! I think Martha Stewart is going to start a beef with you instead of Gwyneth Paltrow. LOL
Lisa says
Love, love, love this! Jenna Sue, you amaze me! Honestly! When you're done decorating Valerie's apartment can you do our home?? Can't wait to see how you built that adorable cabinet.
Heidi says
Amazing! Seriously, amazing. Love your fireplace and I'm slowly trying to get my husband to agree that we need to re-vamp our brick fireplace to something similar. Can't wait to see the tutorial/directions on that tree stump.
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