Class Discussions: Interior Decorating 101: Re: Furniture in guest room

» Barbara Bell - Re: Furniture in guest room

In response to message posted by muncrief:

Wow, Brenda! I'm impressed! It's really important to view these in the enlarged versions, though, because then the space issues are more obvious.

I think the reason the room now feels like "part of the rest of the house" is that psychologically, the bed in its former position was forbidding: the footboard seemed to block entry, almost intimidating the person viewing it from the doorway. Now, nothing prevents you from wanting to come into the room. It's very welcoming.

This is actually the first time I've ever seen photos of a room rearranged with my suggestions! I've advised literally dozens of readers, and none has ever shown me the results! LOL!

I'm still trying to think of a better way to place that dresser, however. Bren, I don't remember that quilt rack in the "before" photos. It seems to match the room well, but also takes up a lot of space.

When you get ready to paint the room, check back here with us, and we'll brainstorm on that dresser while you have all the furniture out of the room. Maybe we can come up with a solution!

-- posted by Barbara Bell