MaCenna! I hope you read this - I think you should seriously consider making the downstairs room into Romeo’s office/guest room and the upstairs larger room into the master. Romeo will have direct access to the laundry and storage for his business and you will have the privacy of having the master upstairs and not attached to the main living area. In the future, you can build an en-suite master using part of the room since it’s so large and part of the closet with window inside. Then you’d have a three bed three bath home. The downstairs room would work so much better as an office - it’s much too small to be a master even though it has an en-suite bath. I can imagine stubbing your toes on the step down during the middle of the night since it’s so tight in there! Sorry for the long comment but I have an interior design degree and that is what I would do if it were my home. Congrats on the purchase!
I thought the same thing! Ultimately it’s up to them, but an office/guest room would be lovely. 😊 I can also imagine them using that room as a future children’s playroom!
The vibes of this house are definitely more English cottage (with the roses and the quaint magical atmosphere) + Tuscan villa (brick floors, tiles in the kitchen and the back garden with the lemon tree). Not much of the french provincial, I would definitely leave it behind! And that back wall in the living room is screaming for some bookshelves! Also, totally agree with someone else who commented on the switch of the master bedroom with the room upstairs and wanted to add that if you switched, both of your closets could be upstairs and Romeo wouldn't have to go that far to access his clothes!
The living room turned out beautifully. And I also agree with the person who said that Romeo's room would be better suited for downstairs. But whatever you guys choose to do I know it's going to be beautiful. Thank you for sharing your beautiful new home with us 🌸
Love how everything is put together. I agree with the idea of eventually swapping your master bedroom to more privacy on the second floor. The present master area could be a playroom/office for Romeo. I think some large live plants would add so much to the main living area.
Or large fake plants. 😂 I think she’s mentioned before she doesn’t have much of a green thumb. Lone Fox had a large faux olive tree that looked really good. Something like that would work and so much less maintenance.
It looks gorgeous! You certainly have a flair. I’m watching this in the evening. Today I just changed up my shelves in the kitchen today. I finding myself doing it often.
Building off that top comment on making that Romeo’s office, how about builts in for that en-suite? That would definitely be a great space for a moody library/ office. Maybe you could somehow still plan for a Murphy bed as part of the built ins just in case you need a guest bed.
Personally I think a game table Backgammon or puzzle table centered perhaps surrounded by some type of bookshelves or storage; some thing is throwing me off about the desk it’s either the chair or the utilitarian aspect?
You don't need a style because you already have one. If you fill your house with the things you love, it will reflect you. Call it boho, call it Eclectic, it's about you. You have beautiful paintings from your mom and all your flea market buys, the art you created, etc. This is a homemade home. Mixing old with the new is perfect. You will love the results. Trust you heart! You are doin' GREAT!!!!!!
I like the size of them on that wall but feel they need more interest. They look like a camo print. I'm sure she can come up with a way to change them!
It's like your furniture was made for this house. Everything just looked stunning in its placement. Those beams are going to look amazing when the white paint is stripped and stained a warmer colour.
Love the new home. Just a thought, you could move the chair back( closer to wall) and move the new (old) lamp over there and create a cute reading area. The light would showcase the beautiful picture …. Can’t wait to see everything decorated
The new living room rug is GORGEOUS!!! I feel like once the beams are darker this house has a lot of French influence ( just my opinion).....The livingroom looks so good👍
The house definitely gives off english cottage or french country. My grandmother had a similar house and French country was very popular in the late 70s early 80s. She put in brick flooring, beams, had similar windows/French doors leading out to a brick patio. This house screams my childhood home and I love it. I’m so excited for you.
Thank you for showing how you can rework your existing home decor! I think I always feel I need all new stuff in a new space. This really showed me to slow down and reimagine my own items! Beautiful space and cannot wait to see what else you do!
Congrats on the NEW house! My heart skipped a beat seeing your beautiful vintage art layered behind the couch - I could SO imagine an incredible statement gallery Wall behind the couch on that huge wall. And I was so surprised the you didn’t go for that look! Im sure you had your reasons (MaCenna ususally knows her stuff!) but dang it, I just feel it would be such an impactful and memorable moment walking into the room. Oh, and MOODY too 🙌🏻
I feel like someday you're gonna be that mom that all your children's friends secretly want to be their mom, because everyone is always welcome and the house is always warm and cozy and everything smells like home. Your not just good at decorating, you're able to make any place feel like home and that is such a beautiful talent. Lots of love from Germany ❤️
I’m not much of a commenter - but I just had to say - this house is BEAUTIFUL. This is so exciting for you, Romeo and of course, Kinsley! I can’t wait to watch you continue to make this house even more beautiful, and I’m so excited for you and your soon to be growing family! 🥹🫶🏼
Beautiful!)) I think the focal point of the room when you enter could be a bigger painting. OMG, Macenna, the podcast!! You have such a rich voice! I enjoyed listening to you so much!!
Later when you guys are settled and ready to do some Reno’s i think opening up the kitchen to the little dining nook would give u a better use of space for that area. Even if that wall is a supporting wall taking it out and putting in a support beam and cladding it with some reclaimed wood would look amazing and add to the character of the house plus make the area flow better
I would say it has a French/Mediterranean vibe. Looking forward to seeing the styling of each room evolve as time goes on. Just one thing…wouldn’t it make more sense to have your bedroom in the private areas upstairs near a nursery and Romeo’s office downstairs?
Definitely leans French country to me. I agree about making downstairs Romeos office. You could use frosted or decorative window film on the glass in the doors to hide office mess.
Agree. Mediterranean...is the best fit. (There are a few scattered architectural features that seem more like California Ranch, Monterey Colonial and English countryside...but its lack of OTT stylization says it's definitely not a Storybook.) Where the French vibe comes from might be the remodel. It seems to me like the back part of the house (likely an addition) was done when 'French Country style', brick floors and two-sided fireplaces were all massive trends. She found a gem. I think the best thing about Mediterranean architecture is it's versatility. It's romantic. And it's a clean, neutral backdrop for just about every decor style. Everything in her aesthetic will feel 'right' in it. And it'll give her endless options for how she can change things, over time. Also agree: For them to truly settle in for the long-run: MBR + future nursery / kids bedroom upstairs. Granny / nanny quarters on main. Once baby arrives, I'd suggest Romeo's office in: Near term: A new office/studio in the garage..if it's a 3-car. Just replace the current oversized door with three period-authentic doors (they had a generous amount of paned windows). One of the doors would be his office front (add an interior wall too, of course). If it's not a 3 car, add a gorgeous MaCenna-designed shed in the back yard? Eventually: Add a new outbuilding. I'd cut it into the hillside of the dining terrace. It could eventually be repurposed as a covered entertaining area. That'd leave the area in front available to convert from brick to grass for the kiddos to play on. It'd be fun to watch them build any of these. 🙂
I think the living room already is feeling cozy. I can envision the built-in bookcases, great idea. I’m really looking forward to see how you are going to decorate that front room on the other side of the fireplace.
I have to confess that I didn't fall in love with this house like you did until now. I felt weird about all the steps, and the floor tiles... But as soon as you started decorating it, it felt more welcoming and seeing your own things made it feel warm and homey
This house definitely has a South of France, Saint-Tropez/Monaco, French-Italian border vibe... perhaps "Provincial Mediterranean". Lean into those grey-blues to balance all that red brick. Play-up the height of your ceilings & largeness of the living room by installing the shelves (I'm thinking of arched shelves with that gorgeous limewash you did at the TX cottage 😍). Also, keep your primary bedroom downstairs for as long as you can. When the family begins, I agree with sleeping upstairs near the nursery, even if you take over the guest room for a couple years... But I have my primary bed/bath on the first floor, & it's amazing. Plus, those skylights need to be enjoyed!!
So happy for you! The house seems like a contemporary french garden cottage. Your decorating has that…with a a slight Scandinavian simplicity and moody flare.
It's really fun to see you decorate with things you already have!! Especially being a longtime viewer of your channel, seeing how you incorporate pieces we've seen before into this new, beautiful space is really exciting
Euro, country-clectic ... (European, Country, Eclectic). It's just so gorgous, MaCenna. Your desk area is everything. Congratulations. You and Romeo deserve all the things. xo.
LOVE your new home & decorating style! You might consider building/buying a chest or box to be a window seat to the left of your desk. This would allow adding color of texture on the cushion or the window seat. Would add storage for your business supplies, camera, cords, etc. since you said you needed storage. Best wishes in your new home!
I ❤Kinsley! And you are totally his person!! Thank you for demonstrating one can decorate elegantly without shopping for more. Shopping around my house is my mantra. You have beautiful taste.
I totally agree with this! As someone who works solely from home, having your bedroom on a different floor from your “office” really helps your brain to relax. Also, how fun for both MaCenna and Romeo to be working on the same floor!
I love when people's dreams come true! Definitely a French vibe. Your inspiration photo of the curved top bookcase with storage below would look amazing on the wall behind the couch. You built such beautiful bookcases in your Texas cottage that you have the skills to build wonderful bookcases in your new home. Love your new office space too.
I was so excited when you mentioned modern french provincial. I have been wanting you to bring more of that style in your videos. i have been trying to incorporate more into my home as well. can't wait!
This is what I’m here for, what I originally started following your channel at the beginning of the pandemic lockdown. All the decorating videos. Wasn’t interested in all the demo/Reno stuff. Great job. I love the beams white! It ads texture to the ceiling without making your eye go up to notice dark stained beams. You focus on what’s on the floor level more.
❤. You can mix wood tones, etc. in a room. Just repeat the same …opposite it in a room to balance out tones. Loving your style, and home. Call it California, Turn of the century Hollywood.
That looks so cosy already! The rug is great. I was doubtful any rug could avoid clashing with the brick but that is beautifully subtle. I look forward to seeing the rest of the rooms come together too ☺️
I LOVE that you’re utilizing lots of pieces you already have. It’s so beautiful and authentic. The style feels like a mixture of storybook and casual California coastal (I can totally see Amber Lewis doing a photoshoot in your space). It’s so inviting and I can’t wait to see the next rooms. ☀️
MaCenna, are you just so excited!? When you were explaining your desk/bay window area I was overcome with happiness and joy for you! Kind of weird for someone I don’t know lol! I have been watching your progress since the pandemic, just before you purchased the cottage. Thank you for sharing your life with us! ❤❤❤
Other than the tile in the kitchen I feel like the house is giving off a french country vibe. What ever style you go with I know it's going to be beautiful!
I seriously think you can make it whatever style you feel fits her best. For me I usually have to be in a home for a bit before I know what really feels right. The living room is beautiful! Love the rug!
Agree 100%. The most beautiful homes are the ones that look like they evolved over time. Only things that are loved are brought in. When that happens it tends to all work together.
Kingsley is such a little star, watching that little cutie check out every item is just the cutest. Your effortless styling of those shelves is such a skill, I could have spent days moving things about and never had it look that good. x
ya i think it's a hybrid of english and french cottage (because of the windows by your desk and in the formal reception room, and also the fireplace, and the french doors and such) architecturally, the english and french cottages are somewhat similar (sometimes, depending on century/decade and area), i think, so it's basically up to you whether you go a little more ornate like the french or a little more rustic like the english - however, a mix of both will probably be best suited to the hybrid-house LOL
Beautiful MaCenna. I love how you describe your reason for placing an item where you do. This gives me inspiration on placement of decor in my home. THANK YOU
I can't even express how happy I am for you and Romeo and Kinsley. This lovely home suits you so well. I love how you decorated the living room. So serene, elegant, and peaceful. So happy you are taking us on this journey with you. ❤
I consider the house to be a craftsman style. The plaster art looks great. I feel like you need a third one to balance it. You are amazing ! I loved the clip at the end from your podcast. You’re a talented, inspiring and fascinating young lady !
Macenna...your decor looks like it found its true home!!! Can't believe how easy this decorative experience was compared to the hard labor of the recent past in your Texas cottage. Whew...you prepared well for this moment!!!
Everything is coming together so well. I love that rug, glad you grabbed it! I also like the idea of the bookcases on the back wall. But to add to that since the office area has such an odd shape maybe you can make your own desk to fit it? That way you can put storage options and such and it will look like it was made for the space.
Obvs you already have a lot of home decor, but THANK YOU for keeping it simple and showing us how to make things work with what we already have! Always enjoy whichever angle you take your videos.
I am simply amazed with how smartly you plan your days and accomplish it. You are not a tad bit worried about how you will tackle so much, with the cottage renovations and then a new home, moving out, packing... I mean you make it look so simple and fun, the amount of work that you do is crazy! I would be overwhelmed and confused to even decide where to begin... Your ability to zoom in and zoom out of situations and projects is something I wish I can learn and acquire from you. RESPECT!!!
Yes, same! I have thought that many times while watching Macenna!!! She is quite an amazing gal with amazing direction and I wish I had just a smidgen of her "get up and go!"
Your house is all the things Macenna!! French/Italian/Spanish/English cottage. You can easily decorate it to your advantage. Thanks for decorating with us . Have a blessed week you and Romeo and the furry adorable doggy ♥️♥️♥️
Wow the house is absolutely gorgeous, your decorating skills never fail to amaze me. Right now the living room feels like its missing the distinct macenna flair that you've fostered with the Texas cottage and I can't wait to see that come through as your living room develops. I'm excited for the shelves!! I think it'll fit in perfectly. So happy for you!!!
I think it’s French Provincial mixed with Rustic Modern. And you can definitely lean in any direction you like. I just love the house especially the kitchen.🙏🏾🥰💖💫💯
With the beams (once they are exposed again) and the brick flooring I think it's definitely giving Tuscan vibes! 🫒 Regarding your desk, why not spray the legs black and stain the wood deeper to compliment your shelves? X
So happy for you and Romeo accomplishing your dream of owning a home in California!! You absolutely deserve it! From this video in particular, I got a sense of cape cod architectural design elements in the living room from the beams and wall of windows overlooking the pool. The second you said your gut is telling you to go French provincial with this house I was 100% with you! I can totally picture you making lemonade with homegrown lemons in your warm, moody kitchen. Thank you for taking us along with you in your next chapter :)
I LOVE how the family room looks! Not overly decorated, and a wonderful combination of old world and transitional. I love the murals but would hang them a little closer together.
I really love the concept of decorating with what you already have!! of course it's great to go source the perfect piece for a space, but I think there's so much creativity involved in rearranging things that maybe are not quite right, and make them work for a new home!!
The space looks so great already- it barely needs much more! This is probably a less popular opinion, but i think that wall behind the couch is definitely for large scale art work! The space is just calling for it. I think floor to ceiling shelving might compete with the ceiling beams. Especially where you might have to cut around the beams. How about some beautiful long wooden vintage sideboards against the wall, and large scale artwork with those awesome brass vintage lamps. Basically it’s a larger version of your entryway to the bedrooms at the cottage in Texas- but with huge art because the space can pull it off! I’m so excited to see what you do here, and can’t wait for more in Texas too!
The room looks so cozy and inviting. Like a room you can just collapse on the couch and snuggle under a blanket with a cup of tea! Your things fit like they were made for this house!!💖💖💞
if you end up doing bookshelves, you should consider doing a window seat in from of one of the windows/ continuing into that area. It would be a great place for reading/morning coffee/ watching out by the pool!
The new house already looks so cozy. You really belong there. I'm curious to see what else will happen. And it's so sweet to see Kinsley sticking to your heels and watching everything you do.
If I've learned anything from this video it is the importance of having a palette for your decor and art as well. Everything just fits and makes it look so cohesive.
Firstly, your new home is absolutely beautiful. Since discovering you a few months back, my style for decorating was clean and simple (white) with a bit of clutter. However, watching you decorate different spaces with moody, rich, warm colours has completely changed my perspective ❤
You're home! Already more beautiful! Such a lovely property! I agree with Lauren; I think her idea will be more useful for your needs. Enjoy your day!!
I am solely to the party! Congratulations on this beautiful home. You are absolutely right about this being a storybook home. But it's not French provincial. Everywhere you look there are touches of Snow White. This is a German storybook home. The beams the lights the roses-- it's an incredible find and I'm so happy for you.
You did an awesome job decorating your living room! Everything was put exactly in the right spot. Love the rug, the artwork, the desk area and splitting up the sofa. Perfect!
Definitely French vibes, I would like to see cottage inspired. I love your home so much it is definitely you and also a blank space to design that says you. Like the cottage in Texas, I am so excited to see all the new changes to this home today was a great start, love the rug and the sofa separated and your desk with the view❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ excited for the podcast
that windows corner would totally be perfect with a window seat/reading nook underneath, expecially if you're thinking of building a library on the wall behind the couch!!
I've never been to Monaco, but I feel like this house gets vibes from there. French but on the Mediterranean with Italian influences. Idk I like the vibe but I agree, I lean toward French as well. I cannot tell you how excited I am to see you decorating this space. I'm excited to see how to live in it and make it your own
What a beautiful home you have. I love what you’ve done with the family room. Another viewer posted an awesome recommendation. Turning the downstairs bedroom into Romeo’s office because it’s next to the laundry area. The upstairs room would be roomier for a master bedroom. Later you can add a master bath up there.
I am pregnant and have been feeling ill; we just moved to a new house in a new state that we have never been before. I haven’t had the energy or motivation to decorate or make my house feel like a home.Thank you MaCenna for helping me find my way back to my passion of decorating. ♥
I’m a Mimi with a grandchild 15 miles away. I Have chronic illness; during our move to a new house, new town it was difficult, I agree. Tip: Decide what HAS to be done today (dinner) get that done early, then rest. Take care of a second goal,then rest. Rest yourself throughout the rest of the day. Only way to do it when you’re sick. Some days you wont be able do that. Pray, meditate, talk or read to your baby. You might be “expecting “ too much of yourself. With love- 💕💕💕
Hi MaCenna, I love your living room and I’m looking forward to the next few months when you make it even more cosy. I was thinking as you were putting the office chair together that maybe the desk would look really good with the gold painted black, maybe? It would tie in with the chair, rug and the wood and black shelves.
Your new home is Lovely! And I absolutely Love your Diy projects and the rugs! You did a beautiful job in your living room! Looking forward to more videos!😊🌻
The quality of your videos are great. It's like one of those things where you realize you haven't felt anything is off bc its right. Different angles and cuts accompanied by sweet instrumentals that aren't weird.
MaCenna! I hope you read this - I think you should seriously consider making the downstairs room into Romeo’s office/guest room and the upstairs larger room into the master. Romeo will have direct access to the laundry and storage for his business and you will have the privacy of having the master upstairs and not attached to the main living area. In the future, you can build an en-suite master using part of the room since it’s so large and part of the closet with window inside. Then you’d have a three bed three bath home. The downstairs room would work so much better as an office - it’s much too small to be a master even though it has an en-suite bath. I can imagine stubbing your toes on the step down during the middle of the night since it’s so tight in there! Sorry for the long comment but I have an interior design degree and that is what I would do if it were my home. Congrats on the purchase!
I thought the same thing! Ultimately it’s up to them, but an office/guest room would be lovely. 😊
I can also imagine them using that room as a future children’s playroom!
Totally agreed...
Bet they end up doing that in the future!😉
Totally agree x
Great idea. I think the same.
A wall of bookshelves and the beams brought back to natural wood would really make that room so much more you!
I'm not sure I'm in to the bookshelf idea. I like that the room has a more open feel and the bookshelves will close it in.
The vibes of this house are definitely more English cottage (with the roses and the quaint magical atmosphere) + Tuscan villa (brick floors, tiles in the kitchen and the back garden with the lemon tree). Not much of the french provincial, I would definitely leave it behind!
And that back wall in the living room is screaming for some bookshelves!
Also, totally agree with someone else who commented on the switch of the master bedroom with the room upstairs and wanted to add that if you switched, both of your closets could be upstairs and Romeo wouldn't have to go that far to access his clothes!
300% Agree!!
Also when you have a baby, you're going to want to be close to the nursery. 🧸🍼❤😁
Super agree - I know french provincial is really in right now but the house is definitely more english, especially with that garden!
Love the back wall bookcase idea!
AGREE
The living room turned out beautifully. And I also agree with the person who said that Romeo's room would be better suited for downstairs. But whatever you guys choose to do I know it's going to be beautiful. Thank you for sharing your beautiful new home with us 🌸
The fact that your furniture and decor so easily fits into your new home.That house was meant for you.
Love how everything is put together. I agree with the idea of eventually swapping your master bedroom to more privacy on the second floor. The present master area could be a playroom/office for Romeo. I think some large live plants would add so much to the main living area.
Or large fake plants. 😂 I think she’s mentioned before she doesn’t have much of a green thumb. Lone Fox had a large faux olive tree that looked really good. Something like that would work and so much less maintenance.
@@ang_131 Agree, and she travels so much to Texas so a fake plant makes sense.
Doing built ins on both empty walls would give your living room a library vibe. I can’t believe your living room looks this good in only a week!
It looks gorgeous! You certainly have a flair. I’m watching this in the evening. Today I just changed up my shelves in the kitchen today. I finding myself doing it often.
Building off that top comment on making that Romeo’s office, how about builts in for that en-suite? That would definitely be a great space for a moody library/ office. Maybe you could somehow still plan for a Murphy bed as part of the built ins just in case you need a guest bed.
Personally I think a game table Backgammon or puzzle table centered perhaps surrounded by some type of bookshelves or storage; some thing is throwing me off about the desk it’s either the chair or the utilitarian aspect?
The desk definitely doesn’t fit in. I’m sure MaCenna can give it a face lift and make it work though.
You don't need a style because you already have one. If you fill your house with the things you love, it will reflect you. Call it boho, call it Eclectic, it's about you. You have beautiful paintings from your mom and all your flea market buys, the art you created, etc. This is a homemade home. Mixing old with the new is perfect. You will love the results. Trust you heart! You are doin' GREAT!!!!!!
Love that you split the couch up! It immediately made the space seem more intentional.
Those two big art pieces you made were meant for that wall. The living space is so warm and welcoming.
I like the size of them on that wall but feel they need more interest. They look like a camo print. I'm sure she can come up with a way to change them!
It's like your furniture was made for this house. Everything just looked stunning in its placement. Those beams are going to look amazing when the white paint is stripped and stained a warmer colour.
Yes!
I love them either way. Such character in this home.😍
I was going to say the same thing! The stained beams will be the icing on the cake!
Love the new home. Just a thought, you could move the chair back( closer to wall) and move the new (old) lamp over there and create a cute reading area. The light would showcase the beautiful picture …. Can’t wait to see everything decorated
The new living room rug is GORGEOUS!!! I feel like once the beams are darker this house has a lot of French influence ( just my opinion).....The livingroom looks so good👍
The house definitely gives off english cottage or french country. My grandmother had a similar house and French country was very popular in the late 70s early 80s. She put in brick flooring, beams, had similar windows/French doors leading out to a brick patio. This house screams my childhood home and I love it. I’m so excited for you.
Thank you for showing how you can rework your existing home decor! I think I always feel I need all new stuff in a new space. This really showed me to slow down and reimagine my own items! Beautiful space and cannot wait to see what else you do!
Yay to that! Cheers
Congrats on the NEW house!
My heart skipped a beat seeing your beautiful vintage art layered behind the couch - I could SO imagine an incredible statement gallery Wall behind the couch on that huge wall. And I was so surprised the you didn’t go for that look!
Im sure you had your reasons (MaCenna ususally knows her stuff!) but dang it, I just feel it would be such an impactful and memorable moment walking into the room. Oh, and MOODY too 🙌🏻
I feel like someday you're gonna be that mom that all your children's friends secretly want to be their mom, because everyone is always welcome and the house is always warm and cozy and everything smells like home. Your not just good at decorating, you're able to make any place feel like home and that is such a beautiful talent. Lots of love from Germany ❤️
I’m not much of a commenter - but I just had to say - this house is BEAUTIFUL. This is so exciting for you, Romeo and of course, Kinsley! I can’t wait to watch you continue to make this house even more beautiful, and I’m so excited for you and your soon to be growing family! 🥹🫶🏼
The house really gives me a stroybook type house vibe, all the beautiful brick, wood and tiles but in light colors is so magical.
Beautiful!)) I think the focal point of the room when you enter could be a bigger painting.
OMG, Macenna, the podcast!! You have such a rich voice! I enjoyed listening to you so much!!
Later when you guys are settled and ready to do some Reno’s i think opening up the kitchen to the little dining nook would give u a better use of space for that area. Even if that wall is a supporting wall taking it out and putting in a support beam and cladding it with some reclaimed wood would look amazing and add to the character of the house plus make the area flow better
I would say it has a French/Mediterranean vibe. Looking forward to seeing the styling of each room evolve as time goes on. Just one thing…wouldn’t it make more sense to have your bedroom in the private areas upstairs near a nursery and Romeo’s office downstairs?
Wine Country Chic. Oh my goodness, please do not use real candles on the shelf. Too many fires with them.
I agree with the idea of Romeo's office being in the current primary bedroom. Close to the laundry and garage.
Definitely leans French country to me. I agree about making downstairs Romeos office. You could use frosted or decorative window film on the glass in the doors to hide office mess.
Agree. Mediterranean...is the best fit. (There are a few scattered architectural features that seem more like California Ranch, Monterey Colonial and English countryside...but its lack of OTT stylization says it's definitely not a Storybook.)
Where the French vibe comes from might be the remodel. It seems to me like the back part of the house (likely an addition) was done when 'French Country style', brick floors and two-sided fireplaces were all massive trends.
She found a gem. I think the best thing about Mediterranean architecture is it's versatility. It's romantic. And it's a clean, neutral backdrop for just about every decor style. Everything in her aesthetic will feel 'right' in it. And it'll give her endless options for how she can change things, over time.
Also agree: For them to truly settle in for the long-run:
MBR + future nursery / kids bedroom upstairs.
Granny / nanny quarters on main.
Once baby arrives, I'd suggest Romeo's office in:
Near term: A new office/studio in the garage..if it's a 3-car.
Just replace the current oversized door with three period-authentic doors (they had a generous amount of paned windows). One of the doors would be his office front (add an interior wall too, of course).
If it's not a 3 car, add a gorgeous MaCenna-designed shed in the back yard?
Eventually: Add a new outbuilding.
I'd cut it into the hillside of the dining terrace. It could eventually be repurposed as a covered entertaining area. That'd leave the area in front available to convert from brick to grass for the kiddos to play on.
It'd be fun to watch them build any of these. 🙂
Agree
I think the living room already is feeling cozy. I can envision the built-in bookcases, great idea. I’m really looking forward to see how you are going to decorate that front room on the other side of the fireplace.
I have to confess that I didn't fall in love with this house like you did until now. I felt weird about all the steps, and the floor tiles... But as soon as you started decorating it, it felt more welcoming and seeing your own things made it feel warm and homey
This house definitely has a South of France, Saint-Tropez/Monaco, French-Italian border vibe... perhaps "Provincial Mediterranean". Lean into those grey-blues to balance all that red brick. Play-up the height of your ceilings & largeness of the living room by installing the shelves (I'm thinking of arched shelves with that gorgeous limewash you did at the TX cottage 😍).
Also, keep your primary bedroom downstairs for as long as you can. When the family begins, I agree with sleeping upstairs near the nursery, even if you take over the guest room for a couple years... But I have my primary bed/bath on the first floor, & it's amazing. Plus, those skylights need to be enjoyed!!
THE BEST MOST BEAUTIFUL HOMES ARE A MIX OF WHAT YOU LOVE. IVE SEEN SOME MANY DESIGNER HOMES THAT JUST DONT REFLECT THE HOME OWNERS LOVE AND LIFE
So happy for you! The house seems like a contemporary french garden cottage. Your decorating has that…with a a slight Scandinavian simplicity and moody flare.
It's really fun to see you decorate with things you already have!! Especially being a longtime viewer of your channel, seeing how you incorporate pieces we've seen before into this new, beautiful space is really exciting
Yessssss I love it also. 😀
Euro, country-clectic ... (European, Country, Eclectic). It's just so gorgous, MaCenna. Your desk area is everything. Congratulations. You and Romeo deserve all the things. xo.
LOVE your new home & decorating style! You might consider building/buying a chest or box to be a window seat to the left of your desk. This would allow adding color of texture on the cushion or the window seat. Would add storage for your business supplies, camera, cords, etc. since you said you needed storage. Best wishes in your new home!
I ❤Kinsley! And you are totally his person!! Thank you for demonstrating one can decorate elegantly without shopping for more. Shopping around my house is my mantra. You have beautiful taste.
I totally agree with this! As someone who works solely from home, having your bedroom on a different floor from your “office” really helps your brain to relax. Also, how fun for both MaCenna and Romeo to be working on the same floor!
I love when people's dreams come true! Definitely a French vibe. Your inspiration photo of the curved top bookcase with storage below would look amazing on the wall behind the couch. You built such beautiful bookcases in your Texas cottage that you have the skills to build wonderful bookcases in your new home. Love your new office space too.
I was so excited when you mentioned modern french provincial. I have been wanting you to bring more of that style in your videos. i have been trying to incorporate more into my home as well. can't wait!
Me too😉
This is what I’m here for, what I originally started following your channel at the beginning of the pandemic lockdown. All the decorating videos. Wasn’t interested in all the demo/Reno stuff. Great job. I love the beams white! It ads texture to the ceiling without making your eye go up to notice dark stained beams. You focus on what’s on the floor level more.
❤. You can mix wood tones, etc. in a room. Just repeat the same …opposite it in a room to balance out tones.
Loving your style, and home.
Call it California, Turn of the century Hollywood.
That looks so cosy already! The rug is great. I was doubtful any rug could avoid clashing with the brick but that is beautifully subtle. I look forward to seeing the rest of the rooms come together too ☺️
I LOVE that you’re utilizing lots of pieces you already have. It’s so beautiful and authentic. The style feels like a mixture of storybook and casual California coastal (I can totally see Amber Lewis doing a photoshoot in your space). It’s so inviting and I can’t wait to see the next rooms. ☀️
MaCenna, are you just so excited!? When you were explaining your desk/bay window area I was overcome with happiness and joy for you! Kind of weird for someone I don’t know lol!
I have been watching your progress since the pandemic, just before you purchased the cottage. Thank you for sharing your life with us! ❤❤❤
I been balling like 🤣 😂 😹 🤣 so happy to her so happy 😊 ❤ hugs from NYC
Other than the tile in the kitchen I feel like the house is giving off a french country vibe. What ever style you go with I know it's going to be beautiful!
I seriously think you can make it whatever style you feel fits her best. For me I usually have to be in a home for a bit before I know what really feels right.
The living room is beautiful! Love the rug!
Agree 100%. The most beautiful homes are the ones that look like they evolved over time. Only things that are loved are brought in. When that happens it tends to all work together.
Kingsley is such a little star, watching that little cutie check out every item is just the cutest. Your effortless styling of those shelves is such a skill, I could have spent days moving things about and never had it look that good. x
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It’s my favorite part, too. She’s her little shadow.
It looks so good!! Though I cannot wait for those beams to be uncovered!
Also YES to the bookshelves
ya i think it's a hybrid of english and french cottage (because of the windows by your desk and in the formal reception room, and also the fireplace, and the french doors and such)
architecturally, the english and french cottages are somewhat similar (sometimes, depending on century/decade and area), i think, so it's basically up to you whether you go a little more ornate like the french or a little more rustic like the english - however, a mix of both will probably be best suited to the hybrid-house LOL
Do a full wall bookshelf for sure! But more French provential. Think beauty and the beast. And your ceilings are tall enough for a ladder!
Maybe you should do a deep dive on the history house like you did with the Comfort Cottage! That will inspire you so much.
Beautiful MaCenna. I love how you describe your reason for placing an item where you do. This gives me inspiration on placement of decor in my home. THANK YOU
I can't even express how happy I am for you and Romeo and Kinsley. This lovely home suits you so well.
I love how you decorated the living room. So serene, elegant, and peaceful. So happy you are taking us on this journey with you. ❤
Yes! I love adding some curves to home decor to balance out all the straight edges of homes. 😊
I Think the built in would look great on the Bach Wall 👍🏻🫶🏻 And I love your sweater with the sheeps on it ♥️😉
I consider the house to be a craftsman style.
The plaster art looks great. I feel like you need a third one to balance it.
You are amazing !
I loved the clip at the end from your podcast.
You’re a talented, inspiring and fascinating young lady !
Macenna...your decor looks like it found its true home!!! Can't believe how easy this decorative experience was compared to the hard labor of the recent past in your Texas cottage. Whew...you prepared well for this moment!!!
Everything is coming together so well. I love that rug, glad you grabbed it! I also like the idea of the bookcases on the back wall. But to add to that since the office area has such an odd shape maybe you can make your own desk to fit it? That way you can put storage options and such and it will look like it was made for the space.
Obvs you already have a lot of home decor, but THANK YOU for keeping it simple and showing us how to make things work with what we already have! Always enjoy whichever angle you take your videos.
I am simply amazed with how smartly you plan your days and accomplish it. You are not a tad bit worried about how you will tackle so much, with the cottage renovations and then a new home, moving out, packing... I mean you make it look so simple and fun, the amount of work that you do is crazy! I would be overwhelmed and confused to even decide where to begin... Your ability to zoom in and zoom out of situations and projects is something I wish I can learn and acquire from you. RESPECT!!!
Yes, same! I have thought that many times while watching Macenna!!! She is quite an amazing gal with amazing direction and I wish I had just a smidgen of her "get up and go!"
Your house is all the things Macenna!! French/Italian/Spanish/English cottage. You can easily decorate it to your advantage. Thanks for decorating with us . Have a blessed week you and Romeo and the furry adorable doggy ♥️♥️♥️
Wow the house is absolutely gorgeous, your decorating skills never fail to amaze me. Right now the living room feels like its missing the distinct macenna flair that you've fostered with the Texas cottage and I can't wait to see that come through as your living room develops. I'm excited for the shelves!! I think it'll fit in perfectly. So happy for you!!!
Your house style: “all the things” literally. Congrats to you & Romeo! So excited to see how you decorate each room of your beautiful cozy home!
I love the "use what you have" decor style. Your home is looking wonderful already. Can't wait for what you do next.
Ever since you first toured it, my mind went immediately to old Hollywood vacation home. LOVE it! Enjoy!
I think it’s French Provincial mixed with Rustic Modern. And you can definitely lean in any direction you like. I just love the house especially the kitchen.🙏🏾🥰💖💫💯
With the beams (once they are exposed again) and the brick flooring I think it's definitely giving Tuscan vibes! 🫒
Regarding your desk, why not spray the legs black and stain the wood deeper to compliment your shelves? X
I absolutely love the vibe of this living room!
i could watch you decorate for hours! I just love the way your mind works when it comes to decor, its so inspiring!
It looks California cottage to me! I’m in love with it and the charming windows! The white keeps it bright!🤍
It reminds me a French Cottage, the light colors, rose gardens. I am sure you will make it your own and it will be gorgeous.
So happy for you and Romeo accomplishing your dream of owning a home in California!! You absolutely deserve it!
From this video in particular, I got a sense of cape cod architectural design elements in the living room from the beams and wall of windows overlooking the pool. The second you said your gut is telling you to go French provincial with this house I was 100% with you! I can totally picture you making lemonade with homegrown lemons in your warm, moody kitchen.
Thank you for taking us along with you in your next chapter :)
The living room looks lovely. I also love your sheep sweater. 😊
Me too
I love that you get to just decorate!! No building a darn thing!! Fabulous🥰
Beautiful! I think a window seat sunk into the book shelves would be beautiful on that back wall.
I watched one of your shorts and instantly subscribe and have been binge-watching since I absolutely love your channel. Best wishes
I LOVE how the family room looks! Not overly decorated, and a wonderful combination of old world and transitional. I love the murals but would hang them a little closer together.
The living room is so cozy and inviting. Your artwork on the back wall looks really nice. Keep it going!
I really love the concept of decorating with what you already have!! of course it's great to go source the perfect piece for a space, but I think there's so much creativity involved in rearranging things that maybe are not quite right, and make them work for a new home!!
The space looks so great already- it barely needs much more! This is probably a less popular opinion, but i think that wall behind the couch is definitely for large scale art work! The space is just calling for it. I think floor to ceiling shelving might compete with the ceiling beams. Especially where you might have to cut around the beams. How about some beautiful long wooden vintage sideboards against the wall, and large scale artwork with those awesome brass vintage lamps. Basically it’s a larger version of your entryway to the bedrooms at the cottage in Texas- but with huge art because the space can pull it off! I’m so excited to see what you do here, and can’t wait for more in Texas too!
I really like the ALL white. It is a stunning and calm room. Really, really pretty!
I feel like I couldn’t be happier for y’all if I knew you in real life! Congratulations and I hope 2023 is the best one yet!
The room looks so cozy and inviting. Like a room you can just collapse on the couch and snuggle under a blanket with a cup of tea! Your things fit like they were made for this house!!💖💖💞
Love how light and bright your living room is. ✨️
if you end up doing bookshelves, you should
consider doing a window seat in from of one of the windows/ continuing into that area. It would be a great place for reading/morning coffee/ watching out by the pool!
The new house already looks so cozy. You really belong there. I'm curious to see what else will happen. And it's so sweet to see Kinsley sticking to your heels and watching everything you do.
If I've learned anything from this video it is the importance of having a palette for your decor and art as well. Everything just fits and makes it look so cohesive.
Everything is so beautiful, Macenna! I’m so happy for you and Romeo! I can’t wait to see more decorating! Oh and the pictures are gorgeous!❤
Firstly, your new home is absolutely beautiful. Since discovering you a few months back, my style for decorating was clean and simple (white) with a bit of clutter. However, watching you decorate different spaces with moody, rich, warm colours has completely changed my perspective ❤
You're home! Already more beautiful! Such a lovely property!
I agree with Lauren; I think her idea will be more useful for your needs.
Enjoy your day!!
I am solely to the party! Congratulations on this beautiful home.
You are absolutely right about this being a storybook home. But it's not French provincial. Everywhere you look there are touches of Snow White. This is a German storybook home. The beams the lights the roses-- it's an incredible find and I'm so happy for you.
You did an awesome job decorating your living room! Everything was put exactly in the right spot. Love the rug, the artwork, the desk area and splitting up the sofa. Perfect!
Definitely French vibes, I would like to see cottage inspired. I love your home so much it is definitely you and also a blank space to design that says you. Like the cottage in Texas, I am so excited to see all the new changes to this home today was a great start, love the rug and the sofa separated and your desk with the view❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ excited for the podcast
Oh my, what a beautiful space you created with things you already had. Can't wait for more.
I think a gorgeous big rustic wood arched armoire would be perfect on the big wall off center with an art collage next to it.
that windows corner would totally be perfect with a window seat/reading nook underneath, expecially if you're thinking of building a library on the wall behind the couch!!
I've never been to Monaco, but I feel like this house gets vibes from there. French but on the Mediterranean with Italian influences. Idk I like the vibe but I agree, I lean toward French as well. I cannot tell you how excited I am to see you decorating this space. I'm excited to see how to live in it and make it your own
What a beautiful home you have. I love what you’ve done with the family room. Another viewer posted an awesome recommendation. Turning the downstairs bedroom into Romeo’s office because it’s next to the laundry area. The upstairs room would be roomier for a master bedroom. Later you can add a master bath up there.
I am pregnant and have been feeling ill; we just moved to a new house in a new state that we have never been before. I haven’t had the energy or motivation to decorate or make my house feel like a home.Thank you MaCenna for helping me find my way back to my passion of decorating. ♥
I’m a Mimi with a grandchild 15 miles away. I Have chronic illness; during our move to a new house, new town it was difficult, I agree. Tip: Decide what HAS to be done today (dinner) get that done early, then rest. Take care of a second goal,then rest. Rest yourself throughout the rest of the day. Only way to do it when you’re sick. Some days you wont be able do that. Pray, meditate, talk or read to your baby. You might be “expecting “ too much of yourself. With love- 💕💕💕
Hi MaCenna, I love your living room and I’m looking forward to the next few months when you make it even more cosy. I was thinking as you were putting the office chair together that maybe the desk would look really good with the gold painted black, maybe? It would tie in with the chair, rug and the wood and black shelves.
Your new home is Lovely! And I absolutely Love your Diy projects and the rugs! You did a beautiful job in your living room! Looking forward to more videos!😊🌻
Wow you made this space really look like a cozy home! Absolutely amazing ✨
❤ the dog 😊 she’s so curious and sweet. Lovely house ❤❤❤ Your mom’s art is fab! ❤ All the best to you. 🎉
You have your living room looking so peaceful and inviting. Great choices!!
This house reminds me of the ones in Carmel, California! We call them storybook :) i love this home so much, its so so charming and pretty 🥺
The quality of your videos are great. It's like one of those things where you realize you haven't felt anything is off bc its right. Different angles and cuts accompanied by sweet instrumentals that aren't weird.