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New Year Refresh for Messy Playroom Office Combo

January 10, 2017 by Ashley Mayes 32 Comments

Today is the day that we chat about our Playroom Office Combo and hopefully you all will have some good ideas for me. If you remember when I posted last week about our renovation/remodel goals – I included refreshing the office/playroom space. The space is so uninspiring. When I was asked to be a part of a refresh challenge (this one is different than the $100 challenge where I’m working on my powder room), I jumped at the chance.

New Year Refresh for Messy Playroom Office Combo

Seriously, how can I be creative in a space that’s dark and dreary? How can I be inspired to write blog posts or do fun projects? How can I even get to my desk without tripping over toys?


New Year Refresh for Messy Playroom Office Combo

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Aren’t you totally inspired by this gorgeous space?

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If I’m completely honest, this is about how messy the space normally is.

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Want to see the plan?

Too bad – I don’t have a plan yet.

Well, I do have a plan but it’s not a design plan. On the to-do list this week is to purge and organize.

I think I need to see what I have in here that’s actually going to stay before I make a plan.

Any grand ideas that come in on the cheap side? Inspire me, please!

Hop around and see the other rooms in this challenge.

New Year Playroom Office Combo Refresh

Casa Watkins Living // A Designer At Home // Bigger Than The Three Of Us // Domicile 37 // Fresh Crush // Iris Nacole // Monica Wants It // Pocketful of Posies // Seeking Lavender Lane // Sharon Joyce Interiors // This Is Our Bliss // Up To Date Interiors // Vintage Romance Style

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  1. Corinna - ADesignerAtHome

    January 10, 2017 at 8:44 am

    Girl, you are going to blow me away with what you come up with. Some bright white and chic storage will do wonders but that’s all very generic. Banish the kids? lol… I kid. kinda 😉

    Reply
    • Ashley Mayes

      January 25, 2017 at 4:14 pm

      oh, I don’t know! Don’t get your hopes up. xoxo

      Reply
  2. Stephanie @ Casa Watkins Living

    January 10, 2017 at 9:11 am

    LMBO!!!!! Want to see the plan…too bad. LOL! now I wish I would have taken that route. I’m still on the fence with my design. 🙂 Can’t wait to see how you lighten up this room. Meanwhile, I actually love the panels.

    Reply
    • Ashley Mayes

      January 25, 2017 at 4:14 pm

      Right, etc! Sometimes, I think I’m funny.

      Reply
  3. Jen @ Fresh Crush

    January 10, 2017 at 12:49 pm

    This looks like a great choice for your space! I can’t wait to see what you come up with!

    Reply
    • Ashley Mayes

      January 25, 2017 at 4:14 pm

      Thanks jen! I might have bitten off too much but we shall see.

      Reply
  4. Rachael @ This is our Bliss

    January 10, 2017 at 3:07 pm

    I think we’ve been on the same wavelength with our room choices lately! I know this space is going to look so fresh and gorg when you put your touch on it. Can’t wait to see you work your magic!!

    Reply
    • Ashley Mayes

      January 25, 2017 at 4:15 pm

      Hopefully! It’s such a big space so I’m hoping that I can do something with it.

      Reply
  5. Deb

    January 11, 2017 at 8:06 am

    You are too funny! I think the space to start with is awesome. What a huge room with a fireplace and all!! I mean you’re a design genius so it’ll be amazing no matter what you do! Can’t wait to see it all!

    Reply
    • Ashley Mayes

      January 14, 2017 at 3:20 pm

      Thanks Deb! It is a great space, just very dark! I’m working with a very small budget so we shall see!

      Reply
  6. Carol @ CAD INTERIORS

    January 11, 2017 at 9:52 am

    Your humor cracks me up! The room has some great features, like the fireplace, wood floors, and natural light! 🙂 If the paneling isn’t real wood, I’d spray the entire room a fresh new color (this alone will make it look/feel like a completely new room), update the ceiling fan/lighting, sprinkle in plants and textiles/accessories, and call it a day! Love your style, so I know it’s gonna be good. 🙂

    Reply
    • Ashley Mayes

      January 14, 2017 at 3:22 pm

      haha, thanks Carol! I totally agree that it has good bones. The paneling is actual wood and very nice – just not my style. BUT, I don’t have an specific plan for the space longterm. I know I want it to have built-ins and have more of a library feel so I don’t want to paint or anything until I’ve decided on that. BUT, small updates … yes!

      Reply
  7. Jessica

    January 12, 2017 at 10:08 am

    This is such a great space. I am a little jealous that you have a basement. When we were looking for a house, we were looking for a place with a basement (so I can turn it into a playroom) but found this gem instead. I would most certainly keep the paneling the same color, it has a nice color to it….but I would paint the bookshelf and trim a nice dark cold (i.e. black). I would personally paint the fireplace as well..that is me. If you are trying to brighten the space, you can go all white and paint the fireplace a nice dark complementary color or keep it the same.

    Reply
    • Ashley Mayes

      January 14, 2017 at 3:26 pm

      Thanks Jessica! This actually is just the entryway level (we have a basement too but it’s a dungeon – basically super dark and not renovated). I really like your idea to paint the bookcase… I’m going to have to think about that!

      Reply
  8. Sharon Williams

    January 13, 2017 at 5:07 pm

    That’s a great space you’re working with! The fireplace is beautiful and such a great feature. We had a fireplace door that was identical to yours and removed it–the fireplace looked so much more streamlined and modern. I think I remember you weren’t up for painting the paneling, if memory serves. If that’s the case, brighter furnishings and accessories will make the paneling look modern. The rest of your house is so fresh that I know you’ll come up with something wonderful in this space!

    Reply
    • Ashley Mayes

      January 14, 2017 at 3:28 pm

      Thanks Sharon! I never thought to remove it! I’m going to go and take a look at it right now!

      Reply
  9. Iris Nacole

    January 15, 2017 at 9:21 am

    I know that whatever you come up with for this space is going to end up being just as amazing as the rest of your home. You have the talent girl! Can’t wait to follow along!

    Reply
    • Ashley Mayes

      January 25, 2017 at 4:15 pm

      Oh gosh, I don’t know about that. Your encouragement though is much-needed. =)

      Reply
  10. Kathryn Baugher

    January 15, 2017 at 7:21 pm

    Oh, I know you’ll do something beautiful to lighten the space! The room has a lot of character and some good pieces in it. Your style will fit the space perfectly!

    Reply
    • Ashley Mayes

      January 25, 2017 at 4:16 pm

      Thanks Kathryn! I hope to add a butt-load of plants!

      Reply
  11. Cat @ Pocketful of Posies

    January 20, 2017 at 8:28 am

    Ashley,

    I’m really excited about your room makeover! I love your eclectic style and I just know your play room make over is going to be stunning!!

    Cat

    Reply
    • Ashley Mayes

      January 25, 2017 at 4:16 pm

      Thanks Cat! I have so much to do still!

      Reply
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    January 23, 2017 at 7:48 pm

    I think I remember you weren’t up for painting the paneling, if memory serves. If that’s the case, brighter furnishings and accessories will make the paneling look modern

    Reply
    • Ashley Mayes

      January 25, 2017 at 4:16 pm

      Yep, that’s right… no painting yet. I’m hoping brighter furnishings will make all the difference.

      Reply
  13. Monica

    January 24, 2017 at 12:37 pm

    This space has a lot of potential! Can’t wait to see what you do.

    Reply
    • Ashley Mayes

      January 25, 2017 at 4:17 pm

      Thanks Monica! I’m hoping it’s a ton better than where we started so we shall see!

      Reply

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