More exciting was the news that you could spray paint the exterior edges of your doors and windows to transform the views. To prep the space, I got it nice and clean (for aluminum, you just need to wipe down the trim; for vinyl, I’d scuff it up a bit with sandpaper). While it’s tempting to get full coverage the first time around, I kept moving as I sprayed the Rustoleum paintThree light coats were applied to avoid drip marks.

Griddy with It 

It is large with 13-foot ceilings. The light fixtures measure 24 inches wide. To make it feel smaller, we added grids to the windows. PVC KitThis one comes in white. I cut all the pieces with my handheldsaw, and joined them together. After that, I pulled out the spray paint can. But first, I covered the exterior-facing side with painter’s tape; that way it remains white and matches the rest of the home’s windows from the outside. After the grids had dried, I attached them using clear foam double-sided tape. 

Here’s how to walk.

The old tile was replaced with wood-look tiles shortly before moving into our new place. Stoneform flooringWarranty: 20-year warranty. Because this is such a huge area, it was necessary to place a large rug over the top. The natural/black was my choice Striped designMy jute Colton Collection—one of three in my 20-piece Loloi collaboration. (AubreyThis book features beautiful, vintage-inspired printed designs. BlakeIt reimagines old styles and power loomed in warm earth tones with a hint of fringe. 

The particular piece, a handwoven texture piece made in India is handmade. Even when there are crumbs on the floor, it looks amazing. It’s available in seven sizes, but I opted for the 7’6”-by-9’6”; that way all the legs of the chairs can easily fit, making scooting in and out a breeze. 

Greatness can be found in brushing

I decided to go with Portola’s Roman Clay for the skim-coated walls to give a sense of soul and earthiness—and it only cost me $400. For a soft look, I tried different sizes of the materials. Because the corners required a lot of work, it was nearly 24 hours to complete. The corners would look better if I had the chance to do it again. then overlapped it with the Roman Clay so I didn’t have to be so precise. Owning a couple sets of scaffolding was a huge help—it’s one of the first things I purchased for this new house because I didn’t want to be limited by my height.

Grace is key for aging with grace

The interior and the chain are both included. These pendant lamps were $400I liked the space’s bright gold color, but I felt it needed more black elements to tie in my other elements. Loloi rug. The chains were quickly covered with black spraypaint. This was necessary to roughen up the inside. $8 Rub ’n BuffIt can be toned down to brown. 

Get up!

I crafted my own ceiling beams for $2,000 by mounting 2-by-6s to the joists with 3 ½-inch-long screws—they’re not going anywhere. Then, I used wood glue and tape to attach three poplar planks (with mitered edges) to the joists. Next I created U-shaped boxes with wood glue. When everything was dry, I lifted both boxes using helping hands. Then, I attached the two 2-by-6s to each other with 2 inch-long nails.

Once my mind starts reimagining a space, I can’t stop. My mind is always thinking. “I could add this.” These are the detailsAlternately, you can switch the device out here.I was inspired by the dining room design. It’s a good place to be.