Today I thought it would be fun to share a peek at Mr. Bazaar's bedroom and talk you through the look I created in the space. When I first moved in the room was a dirty magnolia-meets-uber dull beige colour, so clearly I had my paint brushes out before the removal men had delivered the last box! I painted the walls a soft, creamy white to maximise the light from the picture window, before coating the 'fireplace' wall in a chalky
Pitch Black by Farrow & Ball. I was amazed at how the addition of black made the space feel so much bigger, breaking it up and adding visual height and interest. I'd highly recommend this colour for a bedroom - so cosy! The inspiration for the scheme came from a
papier mache Zebra head that I bought from Anthropologie. It reminded me of a trip to Kenya where I camped out in the Masai Mara many years ago and so I went with it. From there, I started to layer the scheme with accent colours and lashings of comforting texture. I echoed the geometric shapes of my
Aperture pendant shade in the tribal-style
bedspread from Urban Outfitters. Then, I struck lucky around the time that I deciding the space needed another 'anchor' colour to balance the black. IKEA had just released a limited edition
Billy bookcase in yellow and I couldn't believe my luck; it was the perfect piece to pull together the hues from the bedspread and art upon the walls. Plus, yellow and black are one super sexy colour combo. I styled up the space with both store bought and handmade cushions, before finally adding a dash of typographical style in the form of a paper bag from Paris concept store, Merci. So, tell me, what do you think, friends?!
// Photography by Will Taylor | Bedroom elements: Bedspread | Cushion | Vase | Bookcase | Pendant shade | Paint | Bag | Zebra
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How cool to get a peek at your bedroom. It's a great mix of color, patterns and textures! Interesting how the addition of black actually opened up the space.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE it! Super cool!
ReplyDeleteA real space done well......
my favourite!
Have a great day ;o)
Tania xx
Amazing! Feel very lucky to have a peek in your private sanctuary :-)
ReplyDeleteLove it! The yellow bookcase and bedspread are amazing!
ReplyDeleteVery nice! The pops of color from the bed cover and yellow bookcase are delightful. Thanks for the sneak peek :)
ReplyDeletelove your style mr. bazaar.
ReplyDeletelove your bedroom with the black and cream palette with the mix of tribal influence for good measure.
ReplyDeleteyou UK folks always get the good stuff! I want that yellow billy bookcase and that pendant from habitat! Too bad the voltage won't work in Canada, otherwise I would totally order one from habitat ... I fell in love with one last time when I was in UK.
it looks fantastic will! I love how you've styled your yellow ikea piece. so when do we get the full home tour?
ReplyDeleteSuch great style! I really love the bedspread.
ReplyDeleteFeel very honoured to be invited into your bedroom Will! I have an obsession with ampersands so that cushion might be a must for me. Really love the recycling bag too, what a cool idea. Great bedroom chic!
ReplyDeleteI love the bookcase from Ikea and the bedspread.
ReplyDeleteWill, your bedroom is such a perfect reflection of you - such a great balance of fun, colour + style. Love the black wall with the zebra + I love the yellow bookshelf xx
ReplyDeleteFinally a sneak peek:-) I spot the same throw as I have from UO - love it!! And the dark feature wall is perfect to make the colours pop!! I also love the display in your yellow Ikea bookcase:-) Nice way to show off cushions and extra throws.
ReplyDeleteLove it Will, thanks for sharing! The black wall is awesome, and it always surprises me how it does make spaces seem larger. You can never go wrong with Farrow & Ball!
ReplyDeleteAh ah ah, I can't stop laughing {..magnolia-meets-uber dull beige colour..}
ReplyDeleteWell, you did a great job, I love the ikea yellow cabinet, perfect color contrast!
So very you Will! I love it, especially Mr Zebra :)
ReplyDeleteAbbey x
I want that bedspread!! Super cool.
ReplyDeleteLove the contrast of the black and the pops of colour. Super stylish space!
ReplyDeleteooo = love the zebra head above your bed - so fun!
ReplyDeleteWill, your style is fabulous. I love how you use the cabinet for both linens and magazines. So eclectic!
ReplyDeleteI love all of your choices! The room is fun and colorful, but still there is something quiet and tranquil about it. I could move right in :)
ReplyDeleteso in love with this! Your black wall, your zebra head (which you know I love)the yellow bookshelf--all sooooo good. Thanks for sharing your most intimate space with us, Will!
ReplyDeleteI really love this. your style is fantastic as usual. :)
ReplyDeleteI love the yellow and black combo. It's a strong signal - warning!!! Love it. I've been ummminh and ahhhhing about the yellow billy bookcase for my nursery.... Definitely a contender.
ReplyDeleteOf course your bedroom is super chic, we'd expect nothing less! Simply fab Will! :)
ReplyDeleteThe yellow billy bookcase is such a great find! I am loving the black wall and that bedspread is fabulous <3 love it, you are such a legend!
ReplyDeleteThe yellow bookshelf is the bomb dot com!
ReplyDeleteLove it! How would you describe the black? (if that's not a stupid question?) I've tried a couple but the both had reddish undertones that I didn't like. And did you make your pelmet?
ReplyDeleteCould this room be anymore you?!! hahaha The people of Ikea probably made that yellow bookcase especially with you in mind ;-) This is very different from my own style but I love how personal your style is and what you've done with the space.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous space!
ReplyDeleteso fun! love your bedroom! The quilt has to be my favorite! ;)
ReplyDeleteLooks great! A fin mix of different styles, works together. One idea would be to add an empty frame around the zebra head - like an oval, or square, rather heavy, wooden frame.
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