Dresser: Pottery Barn (similar here)
Ships Poster
Vintage World Map Poster
Whale Prints 
Poster Hanger DIY
Wooden frames – Target
Striped lamp – (similar here)
Hamper Basket
Rug

I love how paint alone can change a room. We are working on each of the kids’ rooms in phases, and once Chiara’s was done I was able to start on Rocco and Max’s room. We used just about everything from their old room, and wanted to stay under $500 for any updates. A tour of what we came up with!

(Thank you Joseph Bradshaw for the photography)

One of the bigger projects we had planned for in this home renovation is resurfacing the first floor hardwoods! The floors are over 20 years old so there was some warping, fading, and peeling. We got a few estimates from flooring contractors based on referrals (always get a first hand experience rec!), and was able to find a good quote for what we were looking for. This post details the process, pricing, and materials we used as well as what we used to install similar hardwoods in the upstairs bedroom.

We started this room design last summer, and thought we would be able to whip it up in a jiffer. (How humorous of my optimistic self.) I have come to appreciate slow paced changes in our home this past year. Every corner seems to have a backstory, and some more entertaining than others. Nonetheless, we are happy to welcome you in and give you a tour of Chiara’s (Cheech the peach) nursery/play room…

When we found this house at the last minute, we kept an open mind with what we could change to make it more functional for our family. Most homes with a “bonus room” are used as additional lounge space in the upstairs, but we will be converting the room into a colorful shared bedroom for the girls.