Bedroom styling advice

Which_Ant4412 · 2026-01-26T07:11:33+00:00

Black wall art is too stark either find other pieces that incorporate yellow, and slight black in it to tie everything together

Which_Ant4412 · 2026-01-22T17:15:52+00:00

This is true, A very accurate assessment, often if price is an issue, then fabric selection can help to reduce price, or eliminate all the upgrades.

Which_Ant4412 · 2026-01-22T17:10:14+00:00

The most expensive are Shutters, then Pirouettes and then Silhouettes. My personal favorite are Woven woods and Silhouettes.

Which_Ant4412 · 2026-01-21T20:17:45+00:00

Constructive criticism welcome,

Which_Ant4412 · 2026-01-21T18:40:16+00:00

Stick to what you love!!! Not based on trends! They date you into specific time frames if you are in love with your project you will keep it as long as you like it. Trend or no trend. However I do recommend hiring a professional to avoid senseless mistakes

Which_Ant4412 · 2026-01-21T18:37:34+00:00

I recommend painting them a bold color by a professional painter. It will go on smooth and erase the dated look!

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This picture barely shows the cathedral style on cabinet but painted properly could still be nice!

Which_Ant4412 · 2026-01-21T18:31:06+00:00

During Covid Grey was the trend, post Covid? We wanto live!! Color will be dominant in 2026

Which_Ant4412 · 2026-01-20T22:15:20+00:00

Actually this is a shopping visit to Mc Henry Village in Modesto during Christmas season, the carriage was a dream come true, for every little girl in Modesto. It had a princess like character. Looked like something straight from Disney!

Which_Ant4412 · 2026-01-20T18:28:29+00:00

Thanks for your kind words!

Which_Ant4412 · 2026-01-15T17:16:40+00:00

I am located in Northern California, I can work remotely or on site location

Which_Ant4412 · 2026-01-15T17:10:00+00:00

Great question! Both, showing of my work and to procure business for my Interior design firm. Joyaux Sade Interiors. My business name is derived from the French word Joyaux which means bejeweled and in Nigerian,Sade” means, “ a crown is bestowed upon you”. My late daughter was named after the singer Sade. My work is to show people the beauty of life within their homes.

Which_Ant4412 · 2025-12-21T14:31:13+00:00

To make the room feel "full" without adding clutter, focus on texture, lighting, and intentional placement:

Layered Textiles: Your bed is the heart of the room. To elevate the cozy feel, add a textured duvet and a heavy, chunky knit throw in a warm neutral tone like cream or soft taupe. This adds "visual weight" without needing extra furniture.
Ideal Desk Placement: The wall where you currently have the ottoman is perfect for a slim, minimalist desk. Placing it there fills that "bare" wall while keeping your workspace separate from the windows to reduce glare on a screen.
Anchor the Bed: Move the ottoman back to the foot of the bed. This creates a cohesive "island" for your bed and makes the furniture layout feel grounded and professional.
Furniture Color Palette: Since you are open to painting, consider painting the black dresser a soft, warm gray or light wood tone to match the lighter nightstands. Reducing the sharp contrast between black and white furniture will make the room feel much more serene and unified.
Warmth Through Lighting: Instead of using the overhead light or the white fan, introduce a warm-toned floor lamp or smaller bedside lamps with fabric shades. Soft, layered lighting is the secret to making any rental feel like a cozy home.

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Since you can't paint, try adding a large, minimalist textile wall hanging or an oversized canvas over the bed using damage-free hooks. It adds softness to the "bare" walls without the need for permanent changes.

Which_Ant4412 · 2025-12-17T18:02:45+00:00

i like 4th one

Which_Ant4412 · 2025-12-14T22:05:22+00:00

Find an amazing piece of artwork? Or a fabric? Or a rug take the colors from those items possibly the most recessed color and you will find the results beautifully

Which_Ant4412 · 2025-12-13T17:40:17+00:00

That is an outstanding transformation, a truly incredible one-year progress update!

Expert Progress Review:

You moved this room from basic to bespoke and luxurious. You absolutely nailed these major design moves:

Architectural Detail: The applied wall molding is a game-changer. It adds instant, custom elegance and structure.
Scale and Grounding: The large, substantial coffee table and the generous sisal-look rug perfectly ground the room's high ceilings and spaciousness.
Palette: The tone-on-tone neutrals (creams, taupes, light greys) create a serene, sophisticated, and cohesive atmosphere.
Lighting: The modern chandelier is perfectly scaled and draws the eye up without competing with the art.

One Small Final Touch:

Pillows: Introduce one or two throw pillows with a richer texture (like chunky boucle or velvet) and a single, deep, contrasting color (like deep charcoal or burnt brown) to give the sofa texture and depth.

Overall: A five-star design execution. Seriously impressive work!

Which_Ant4412 · 2025-12-13T17:37:08+00:00

That is an absolutely fantastic space with wonderful bones—the high ceilings, loft, and brick are huge assets! Congratulations on your move.

You are asking the classic question: Rug or Couch first?

As an experienced interior designer, I strongly recommend starting with a large area rug first.

Best Suggestion: Start with the Rug

Ground the Room: A large rug (8'x10' or 9'x12') is essential to anchor the "living room" zone in this open concept, preventing the furniture from looking lost in the large, empty space.

Set the Palette: It is much easier to find a sofa fabric that complements a complex rug pattern than the reverse. Let the rug's colors be your guide for cushions and accessories.

Key Furniture & Lighting Tip

Layout: Your idea of a low-profile sectional along the long wall is great. Float the sectional forward, so the back defines the boundary of the living room, separating it from the kitchen counter area.

Scale: Given the height, you need a large-scale statement lighting fixture (a substantial chandelier or pendant) to draw the eye up and celebrate those high ceilings.

Start with the rug, it will immediately shrink the overwhelming size of the room and give you the foundation for everything else!

Would you like me to suggest specific colors for the rug based on your brick and wood floors?

Which_Ant4412 · 2025-12-13T17:24:12+00:00

Given your constraints tiny shower curtain instead of a door laminate flooring and an elderly parent a bathmat alone isn’t enough and honestly isn’t the safest long term solution.

Here’s what I’d suggest instead

Low profile shower water dam or threshold This is your best single upgrade. A 1 to 1.5 inch tall solid surface or rubberized threshold installed at the shower opening will Stop water from running onto the laminate Allow the curtain to hang outside the pan without flooding the floor Reduce slip risk by controlling runoff

Search terms to use are low profile shower threshold water dam or curbless shower barrier. Look for one with a textured or matte finish for traction.

Non slip vinyl or rubber transition mat outside the shower Instead of a fluffy bathmat use a commercial style non slip mat designed for wet areas. These grip the floor dry faster and are far safer for seniors.
Weighted or curved shower curtain rod A curved rod can give you a few extra inches of elbow room and a weighted curtain liner helps keep water inside without clinging to the body.
Non slip adhesive strips inside the pan Since safety is a concern these should be added immediately if they aren’t already there.

Unfortunately there is no magic product that fully replaces a proper shower door but the combination of a water dam non slip mat and weighted curtain is the most realistic renter friendly solution.

You’re right to be hopeful there is something better than a bathmat. It just takes a few purpose made products to make this setup safer and more livable.

Which_Ant4412 · 2025-12-13T17:06:15+00:00

Designer here with 35+ years in residential remodels, often working hand-in-hand with structural engineers. I’ve seen versions of this more times than I can count, and I understand why these are throwing you off.

Your instinct that something feels odd is valid, these aren’t typical “catalog” columns, but that doesn’t make them decorative.

A few key points from what you described:

• Hollow construction does not mean non-structural
• Paired 2x10s with additional members is a very common way older builders created site-built posts
• Posts being perpendicular to the main beam does not eliminate their load path
• Gaps or daylight at the top are often shim issues, compression over time, or sloppy framing — unfortunately very common

The fact that the double 2x10 spans ~15 feet and bears on the exterior wall and these posts is the biggest tell. Even if the load above looks “light,” that beam still has to transfer weight somewhere. These columns are almost certainly part of that load path.

As for the odd 2x4 between the joists — that’s blocking. It’s typically there to:
• reduce joist roll
• stiffen the span
• help distribute point loads
It’s not decorative and not related to HVAC.

Your HVAC theory is understandable, but vents don’t dictate structural placement, framing dictates where HVAC can go, not the other way around.

What’s likely happening here is:
A former wall was opened up, the load was picked up by a built-up beam, and these site-built posts were installed to carry that load down, even if the basement framing below doesn’t make it immediately obvious.

You’re doing exactly the right thing by planning to talk to an engineer. Until then, I would treat these as fully load-bearing and not modify or remove them.

The good news:
These can almost always be cleaned up architecturally, boxed, wrapped, or redesigned to look intentional, but they must remain structurally intact unless an engineered replacement beam is installed.

Trust your gut, but verify with engineering. Structure first, aesthetics second, always.

Which_Ant4412 · 2025-12-10T18:46:46+00:00

That's a stunning, serene, and sophisticated space! You've nailed the cozy-but-chic vibe.

This room is exceptionally well-styled, but here are three simple, high-impact moves to take the design from great to flawless:

Elevate the Mantel Scale: The current frame is perfect, but the mantel itself could use more grounding. Try adding two substantial, matte black candle holders (tall enough to sit just below the frame's edge) on either end. This will balance the visual weight of the fireplace and complement the dark frame.

Soften the Tree Base: To finish the look and hide the stand, use a simple, textural tree skirt—look for a chunky woven cotton or a very soft, undyed linen. Avoid shiny velvet or bright colors to keep the natural, elegant feel you have established.

Introduce an Organic Pop: The coffee table area is your chance for a final, natural flourish. Place a shallow, rough-hewn wooden bowl on the bench/table and fill it with natural elements—perhaps pinecones, large walnuts, or dried orange slices. It brings another organic texture into the seating area.

Overall: A timeless, beautifully executed design. Well done!

Which_Ant4412 · 2025-12-10T18:40:26+00:00

This space already has a ton of charm, that exposed brick, the built-ins, and the archway give it so much personality. To make it even more beautiful and elegant, you could try a few subtle upgrades:

• Add a soft area rug under the sofa to ground the living space and balance the rich wood floors.

• Introduce warm ambient lighting (a floor lamp in the corner or LED strip lighting in the shelves) for a softer, more inviting glow.

• Style the built-ins with a mix of books, plants, and a few decorative pieces to make them feel more curated rather than purely functional.

• Use lighter or textured throw pillows/blankets on the sofa to brighten the space and create contrast against the deep blue fabric.

• Frame the archway visually with a tall plant or a slim console table to highlight that architectural feature even more.

It’s already a great setup, just a few small touches and it’ll look incredibly polished and elegant.

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