humble & BOLD
  • Home
  • Blog
  • About
  • Contact
  • Portfolio
  • SHOP
  • SCHOOL VISITS

New Orleans' Style Music Room For Mardi Gras Party

2/10/2015

2 Comments

 
A while back, my good friends, Kate and Gus, were trying to decide how they should decorate their living room in their newly purchased home. The husband, a Tulane Law School graduate and musician, had just aquired a beautiful baby grand piano. We had a great time with them around the piano singing together one evening before Christmas, and it was wonderfully apparent that this room should be a warm place to enjoy the music. When they asked for my help, I was honored and the wooden mallard on the floor was about to find a new home. 
Picture
Rare, but great, when both husband and wife know exactly what they like about a room. in this case, they both liked the color of the room but wanted to have the curtains replaced. Also, they both agreed the living room should be more of a music room, New Orleans' style, with some seating but not filled up with furniture. Besides, when they entertained, they needed a place to bring out their dining room chairs, so the dining table could be used as a buffet table. With the piano taking center stage, the guitar, floor lamp and table lamp base would be kept for accompaniment, allowing for a few new select pieces to enhance the space. They wanted the room to flow and have enough space for guests to gather around and sing. They were excited to plan a Mardi Gras party for their friends and wanted to have the room ready in time.
Picture
You can see how this Baby Grand is the heart of the room!  Also, notice the space where the tree is standing. That is where we planned to have some seating for the room, a place where one could relax to the sounds of music, enjoy the view from the window and welcome guests being greeted at the front door, as they arrived. This also allowed us to keep the room open and flowing.
Picture
We decided on choosing a loveseat, because a regular sized sofa would take up the whole length of the wall.  After searching several furniture stores, in Atlanta, for that perfect piece, the one with that NOLA French look, we FINALLY
found and agreed on this one . The stained black wood accents tied in nicely with the piano and it was comfortable and cozy. Found the side table, with black stained trim at Hobby Lobby along with a different lampshade for the lamp base they wanted to keep. At Kirklands, I found a framed print of the New Orleans' historic French Quarter, and the red wine color of the mat connected this room to their dining room rather nicely. Also pictured is one of several plants added to bring in that courtyard feel.
We were extremely excited to find this beautiful, iron, window style mirror! It was found at the same furniture store where we discovered the loveseat. When you enter the room, this mirror compliments the piano without competing or fighting for attention. 
Picture
Placed another plant, this one larger, in the corner behind the piano. Tucked in a small light at the base of the planter to shine upwards and create a palm shadow on the ceiling, while highlighting the plant. Found these thick, tapestry curtains at Anna's Linens and used rich looking tassels to hold the panels back.
Picture
Picked out new curtain rods with fleur de lis finials. (Rats, one is crooked! Feeling a little like Adrian Monk right now. Will make a note of that along with some other things to watch out for next time.) Between the curtains, I hung some round decorative mirrors and below placed an ornate music stand from Kirklands.
Picture
Loved this upholstered storage ottoman from Kirklands that could easily be moved to one side of the room for parties. When Christmastime rolled back around, the tree could be displayed nicely in front of this window and the piano. The ottoman would resume to offer rest for the feet of those snuggled on the loveseat, as they enjoyed the view. 
Picture
Everything came together just in time for their Mardi Gras party, with dining room chairs moved into the music room, there was plenty of room for guests to go around the dining room table buffet style and enjoy the evening filled with delicious food, jazz music, singing and laughter. The Blues just got better!

As I get more experienced with blogging on these room make-overs, I hope to improve upon hiding electrical cords and taking an after picture of the whole room. Oh well, more opportunities await.

Thanks again for reading and feel free to share your comments!

Christina@humbleandbold.com
2 Comments
kate
2/10/2015 01:00:03 pm

Tina, our room looked so beautiful!! I almost forgot how pristine it once looked. You described it all so eloquently. Now three dogs, multiple parties and kids running all around later we are very happy to have the carpeting gone. Unfortunately our New Orleans style isn't working for me. We could use your help again. You must have known I've been thinking about you.

Reply
Christina link
2/11/2015 03:31:51 am

Kate, so glad you liked the post. I enjoyed working with you guys on that room and look forward to coming up with some new ideas.

Reply



Leave a Reply.

    Picture

    Categories

    All
    Crafts/Decor
    DIY Small Projects
    Gluten Free Recipes
    Heart Makeovers
    Lessons Learned
    Party Ideas
    Pics To Share
    Room Transformations
    Share Your Walk Wednesdays
    Tea Gifts
    The Little Boy Who Wouldn't Eat Cheesecake
    Welcome

    Picture
    Picture

    RSS Feed

    About Christina

    Christina is an
    Atlanta based,
    Birmingham born &  bred, Southern author,  blogger, screenwriter, and speaker with a background in voice-over work and acting. She  enjoys sharing the Good News and encouraging others while pursuing her  many creative interests here at  humble & BOLD. Topics include:
    Share Your Walk stories, lessons learned, transforming rooms, party planning, recipes,
    heart makeovers,
    DIY projects, 
    finding deals and much more. 

    Picture
    Member of Christian Women Bloggers Unite

    Disclosure
    There are some links on my humble & BOLD site that are affiliate links, which means I receive a small compensation if you purchase the product or service. The compensation will in no way influence the content, posts or topics made on this blog. I only link to products that are highly rated and that I feel would be of benefit to my readers.

    Archives

    December 2022
    November 2022
    December 2021
    November 2021
    July 2021
    June 2021
    May 2021
    April 2021
    March 2021
    February 2021
    January 2021
    December 2020
    November 2020
    September 2020
    August 2020
    July 2020
    June 2020
    May 2020
    April 2020
    March 2020
    February 2020
    December 2019
    November 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019
    February 2019
    January 2019
    December 2018
    November 2018
    October 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    May 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    January 2018
    December 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    July 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    January 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    September 2015
    August 2015
    July 2015
    June 2015
    May 2015
    April 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015

    Picture
©2014-2023, Humble & Bold | Christina Myers. All rights reserved.
Proudly powered by Weebly
  • Home
  • Blog
  • About
  • Contact
  • Portfolio
  • SHOP
  • SCHOOL VISITS