Category Archives: Decor

Redecorating with Glamista Home

February 9, 2015Categories: DecorSarah @ 702 Park Project

Hello lovely readers of 702 Park Project! I would like to thank Sarah for letting me take over for the day. My name is Dagmara and I pen for Glamista Home. My blog focuses on making your apartment a space you call home.

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Today I wanted to share with you how I restyled my living room with just a few changes here and there. I went from a pretty colorful space with pops of green and blue to a monochromatic look in a very neutral white. Naturally I will be adding and changing a few décor items. I am sure I will be rearranging my decorative accessories around the place, but the majority of pieces and the white theme is put into place.

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To redecorate I headed over to one of my favorite stores: West Elm. I am always sure to find just the right pieces that would help me achieve exactly what I am looking to do in my home. Here I picked my pillow cases, trays and glass vases.

When I look to redecorate my strategy is to always make a list of all the things I would like to change. Then I visit the websites of my favorite retailers and create a shopping list for each store. While I am doing this I monitor my budget and select alternative pieces in case the ones I have picked are not exactly what I have hoped for.

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I still have a few items I will be getting from Jonathan Adler, HomeGoods, Ikea and ZGallerie, but for now I am pleased with my living room transformation. I like how much more sophisticated and modern the space looks. When you opt for a one-color décor, make sure you go for different shades and textures; it will prevent the room from looking flat and boring.

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If you are looking the change your space, look at things such as wall color, pillows, or window treatments. Even your gallery wall can be a source of a “remodel”. Often just a few simple tweaks, rearrangement of furniture, or decorative accessories from different rooms can make a huge impact on the look of a space.

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Which room do you like more? Would you prefer the colorful or the neutral décor?

Easy Custom Blinds with Levolor and Lowe’s

February 2, 2015Categories: DecorSarah @ 702 Park Project

A couple weeks ago I shared our $30 laundry room makeover. I had never really considered stacking our washer and dryer, but for us it actually works really well. This room is so much more organized and functional now, but there’s still just one problem: our huge window that allows anyone and everyone to see into our laundry room.

Because all of our windows are so large, we’ve had to order custom (read: expensive) blinds a room at a time. We’ve had to search high and low for blinds that are big enough; but even when we’ve found them big enough, we’ve had no way to cut them to our actual needed size.

So I was thrilled to find that Levolor for Lowe’s makes it so easy. I just went online to the Lowe’s site, found the Levolor size that was big enough, and ordered. The best part? Lowe’s will ship your order to your local store for FREE! Yep, free.

Just two days later, our blinds were ready for pickup. We headed to Lowe’s, where all I had to give was my last name and telephone number. I had already paid online, so it was a smooth and easy buying experience. Davonta at Lowe’s was even nice enough to give me a pose!

After picking up our blinds at customer service, we headed to the blinds aisle and found the Levolor blind cutting machine. The employee that cut our blinds was so helpful, but asked that I not share his name.

I’ve never seen this machine in action, and honestly didn’t know what to expect. Our man plugged our desired width into the computer, loaded the blinds into the cutter, and pushed start. About a minute later we had our custom blinds. It was that simple. I kind of expected the cut edges to be a little rough, but they were perfectly smooth and any dust had even been brushed off. Oh yeah, did I mention that all of this cutting is free at Lowe’s?

If you’re looking for quality custom blinds at a great price, look no further than Levolor blinds. Be sure to come back next week to see the finished product in our laundry room!

This is a sponsored post in conjunction with Levolor and Lowe’s Home Improvement. As always, all photos, content, and opinions are my own.

Guest Bedroom Update

January 27, 2015Categories: Decor, RenoSarah @ 702 Park Project

We finally got around to finishing our second guest bedroom last week. It only took us 9 months.

When we started our restoration, that guest bedroom (called the Bear Room) looked like this.

Then, after a lot of work and A LOT of plaster repair, it looked like this.

And then we moved all of our stuff, and this room became the dumping grounds of the house.

Trust me, it got even worse than that.

Over Christmas break and MLK weekend, we worked really hard to get this room back in shape. We officially unpacked our last box on Monday, January 19, 2015!

And now, it looks like this.

There’s still a few things that need to change. For one, the bed is a double and the Trina Turk comforter is a queen. We just threw it on there because we had it, but I think I want a white quilt/coverlet instead. It’s impossible to find non-custom drapes that are long enough for our 9′ tall windows, so I think I’ll end up adding a colorblock panel to the ends of these. And we desperately need a rug. But all in all, this room has come a very long way and I’m happy to finally be out from under the black cloud that was the room full of boxes!

This was a huge project. I recommend talking to professionals if you are considering any kind of home remodels such as this one – especially when the project is as extensive as this one! SHS Roofing says, “When planning a home remodel, speak with the contractor during all phases of the process. Communication is critical in order to keep tabs on exactly what is happening during a remodel.”

A few sources… the paint color is Fresh Cut by Glidden. The bed is a hand-me-down. The dresser is a ReStore find that I refurbished. The nightstand is actually 2 accent tables from Target, on clearance for $6.49 each. The curtains are from TJ Maxx. The lamp was a yard sale find. All of the photos are ones I took on our honeymoon. The monogram canvas was a gift from my cousin Mary. And just about everything else can be found in my shop, including the brass etagere.

Trending Decor Accents for 2015

January 19, 2015Categories: DecorSarah @ 702 Park Project

Interior-conscious individuals quickly learned their favorite zig-zag print’s official name after it took the design world by storm: chevron. Chevron’s popularity is obvious through its wide-spread presence and unlimited applicability – everything from wallpaper to cell phone cases features the famous pattern in some form. Perhaps overuse is the leading cause of chevron’s decline, and the reasoning behind a new wave of interior trends for 2015.

To keep interiors fresh and relevant, consider implementing the following home design statements this year.

1. Timeless Furnishings

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Avoid investing in pricey, matching furniture sets. Rather, scout thrift stores for pieces from varying eras and combine for one, versatile design. Even as trends come and go, eclectic homes retain portions of formerly popular styles. Usually, at least one prior decade’s design is trending at any given moment.

2. Animal Accents

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Fur pillows, throws and cowhide carpets are synonymous with rustic design. Homes in cities like San Antonio often feature western décor accents, but animal-inspired touches complement a wide range of styles. For instance, leather and fur balance out modern, sleek features and prevent contemporary interiors from appearing cold. Homeowners should avoid using heavy materials, including cowhide, in rooms with an overabundance of texture. The space could end up looking cluttered instead of chic.

3. Brass Hardware

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The ‘80s came and went, and so did bright gold brass fixtures. A few years ago, gold in the home was considered off-limits to designers, and instead, brushed nickel, silver and steel stole the spotlight. In 2015, brass is back, especially in kitchens and bathrooms. And regardless of its sheen, homeowners can mix gold with other metals to create a truly eclectic space.

4. Dark Paint

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Bright colors like coral and teal, while fun, lack the longevity that neutrals retain. Designers once feared applying dark colors on walls, assuming they would confine small spaces even further because they fail to reflect light properly. Rather, deep colors create sophisticated spaces. Dark paint is also gender-neutral and covers wall blemishes easily, warranting a visually-appealing and practical option.

Although a few of the aforementioned elements already gained popularity in 2014, their long-term appeal makes them trends for 2015. For more on how to incorporate these accents at home, visit Zillow Digs.

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This post was contributed by Jennifer Riner of Zillow. For more information about contributing to 702 Park Project, please contact me.

Storefront Dreaming

January 13, 2015Categories: DecorSarah @ 702 Park Project

If you have any sort of business at all, I think it’s totally natural to dream of what your brick and mortar shop might look like. At least that’s what I’m telling myself.

It will be years before I have an actual store/studio/office, if ever, but it’s fun to dream. I would love to have a space that could house my vintage items, and also serve as a studio for furniture refurbishments and office for my online business (more on that soon). You know what they say: If you’re gonna dream…

I of course am naturally drawn to black and white and stripes, so these are at the top of my inspiration list.

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I also love the idea of plants and foliage in front of the shop. A little pop of green just adds so much and seems all the more inviting.

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And then there are those that I just love because they’re gorgeous. Period.

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You can find all of my favorites here.

What style is your favorite? Do you have dreams of opening up shop? What are your must-haves for your storefront (real or imaginary)?

Our Christmas Home Tour

December 23, 2014Categories: DecorSarah @ 702 Park Project

Better late than never, right? Here’s a glimpse inside our holiday home. #firstchristmasonparkave

So this is your view when you walk in our front door.

We need a bigger tree skirt, but I’m pretty much in love with this tree. We don’t have a tree topper yet, but we decided to just leave it this year because it really doesn’t need anything. We may have screwed ourselves over by getting the prettiest tree our first year…how will another tree ever live up to these 10.5 feet of gloriousness?! (Seriously though, the photos don’t do it justice.)

By the way, the brass shelf by the fireplace is for sale. I just haven’t gotten around to photographing it yet, but it looked prettier here than in the garage. If you’re interested, hit me up!

The nutcracker collection is actually Charles’. His mother has been collecting them for him for year, and this year she handed them over to us. We have decided to add one of our own each year.

I decided to not do a big centerpiece on the table, mainly because you have a great view of the Christmas tree from the table.

This simple mantel turned out to be one of my favorites. The rest of the room could use a little more, but for our first Christmas in the house (and with about a gazillion different things going on), I’m pretty happy with the result.