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!

@natalyrausch

Жыл бұрын

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!

@faytsampouri6197

Жыл бұрын

Totally agreed...

@lyndioli

Жыл бұрын

Bet they end up doing that in the future!😉

@dawncollier8944

Жыл бұрын

Totally agree x

@victorialove9104

Жыл бұрын

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!

@DinainOH

Жыл бұрын

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 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.

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!

@tagalilly

Жыл бұрын

300% Agree!!

@carolwaite4343

Жыл бұрын

Also when you have a baby, you're going to want to be close to the nursery. 🧸🍼❤😁

@SophiaBas

Жыл бұрын

Super agree - I know french provincial is really in right now but the house is definitely more english, especially with that garden!

@jenniferfitzgerald1796

Жыл бұрын

Love the back wall bookcase idea!

@gabrielalajar8092

Жыл бұрын

AGREE

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.

@ang_131

Жыл бұрын

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.

@heidigresh2743

Жыл бұрын

@@ang_131 Agree, and she travels so much to Texas so a fake plant makes sense.

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!!!!!!

Those two big art pieces you made were meant for that wall. The living space is so warm and welcoming.

@DinainOH

Жыл бұрын

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.

@victorialove9104

Жыл бұрын

Yes!

@patriciakeats5823

Жыл бұрын

I love them either way. Such character in this home.😍

@ginistewart9636

Жыл бұрын

I was going to say the same thing! The stained beams will be the icing on the cake!

@juliechapman8681

Жыл бұрын

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

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!

@nanalynne

Жыл бұрын

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.

@yenvo573

Жыл бұрын

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.

@janice5218

Жыл бұрын

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?

@ang_131

Жыл бұрын

The desk definitely doesn’t fit in. I’m sure MaCenna can give it a face lift and make it work though.

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!

@cooky75015

Жыл бұрын

Yay to that! Cheers

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.

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?

@jojocatattack

Жыл бұрын

Wine Country Chic. Oh my goodness, please do not use real candles on the shelf. Too many fires with them.

@jojocatattack

Жыл бұрын

I agree with the idea of Romeo's office being in the current primary bedroom. Close to the laundry and garage.

@vanessak-j8372

Жыл бұрын

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.

@ghannis6018

Жыл бұрын

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. 🙂

@purposefilled-forever

Жыл бұрын

Agree

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.

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.

Love that you split the couch up! It immediately made the space seem more intentional.

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👍

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! 🥹🫶🏼

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 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!

@lisacollins5466

Жыл бұрын

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.

The house really gives me a stroybook type house vibe, all the beautiful brick, wood and tiles but in light colors is so magical.

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 ❤️

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!!

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

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.

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

It looks so good!! Though I cannot wait for those beams to be uncovered! Also YES to the bookshelves

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. ♥

@bcfriardoyle7697

Жыл бұрын

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- 💕💕💕

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.

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 reminds me of the ones in Carmel, California! We call them storybook :) i love this home so much, its so so charming and pretty 🥺

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!

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!

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

@marimartinez7351

Жыл бұрын

Yessssss I love it also. 😀

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

@Praise___619

Жыл бұрын

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@mariap8757

Жыл бұрын

It’s my favorite part, too. She’s her little shadow.

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!

Is it just me or does anyone else check how much time left videos hope they last longer?😊💜🌈💜

@WanjiruWaithaka

Жыл бұрын

For this particular one, absolutely yes!

@leslietorrez7860

Жыл бұрын

Yes! ❤

@monicahayden51

Жыл бұрын

When I really like the channel/content, Yes, totally!!!

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.

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.

❤. 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.

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 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. ☀️

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 ❤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.

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! ❤❤❤

@marimartinez7351

Жыл бұрын

I been balling like 🤣 😂 😹 🤣 so happy to her so happy 😊 ❤ hugs from NYC

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 ☺️

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.

Beautiful! I think a window seat sunk into the book shelves would be beautiful on that back wall.

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!

@gayle2276

Жыл бұрын

Me too😉

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

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!

Your house has so many features consistent with Spanish Colonial Architecture, which was popular in 1920s and 1930s Los Angeles.

Put a round desk or table used as a desk in your bay window. Set a couple of chairs there so whenever anyone wants to sit and talk to you while you work there will be a chair there. Everything is so beautiful, I am so proud of and for you. I just love watching every thing you do 😘

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!!!

I Think the built in would look great on the Bach Wall 👍🏻🫶🏻 And I love your sweater with the sheeps on it ♥️😉

I really like the ALL white. It is a stunning and calm room. Really, really pretty!

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. ❤

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

First thing that popped up in my head as a name for the house is Briar Rose ❣️As an ode to the rose garden and because it reminds me of a home that old Disney princesses would live in (Belle’s updated French Provincial cottage/Sleeping Beauty house in the forest)

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.

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.

Yes! I love adding some curves to home decor to balance out all the straight edges of homes. 😊

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.🙏🏾🥰💖💫💯

McKenna, this is my style home and the downstairs room with the French glass doors was actually meant to be a office, it’s your choice of course

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 enjoyed watching you personalize your informal living room. It is beginning to look like you now. What fun. My overall impression of the downstairs is that it leans towards Mediterranean style. I think the upstairs could go in any direction you choose. I agree with the previous comments that the downstairs bedroom would work well for Romeo's office but you would need hidden storage for your diy supplies somewhere downstairs if you made that switch.

If you do the built in shelves you could also do a built in bench in the bay window area. Then you could put a round cafe table in that corner that would double as an office area and a little dining nook.

@lauramitchell6725

Жыл бұрын

Ooh,good idea!👌

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.

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!

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 ♥️♥️♥️

English cottage is the feeling I am getting, it’s gorgeous!🌿🌸🤍📝

Maybe you should do a deep dive on the history house like you did with the Comfort Cottage! That will inspire you so much.

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 back wall full of bookshelves will look GORGEOUS! I think the wall that you put your bookshelf on would be a great place for a painting with a picture light over it. Absolutely LOVE the house and how you’re putting it together! ❤️

Curve is the way to go as a coffee table in the living especially when you are planning to grow your 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!!

I love the "use what you have" decor style. Your home is looking wonderful already. Can't wait for what you do next.

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.

It looks California cottage to me! I’m in love with it and the charming windows! The white keeps it bright!🤍

the couch and the paintings together looks like a smiley face

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!!!

@monicahayden51

Жыл бұрын

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!"

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 :)

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 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 !

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!!💖💖💞

The living room is so cozy and inviting. Your artwork on the back wall looks really nice. Keep it going!

I was born and raised in Italy and this reminds me of an Italian home especially the kitchen and living room. I love it!

You could consider using the room behind the kitchen as a small office/library space since it's small. You could easily fit the dining table in the living room.

The living room looks lovely. I also love your sheep sweater. 😊

@victorialove9104

Жыл бұрын

Me too

I absolutely love the vibe of this living room!

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!!

Really hope that you come back to finishing the cabin, not jumping already onto a new project

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 ❤

i could watch you decorate for hours! I just love the way your mind works when it comes to decor, its so inspiring!

Ever since you first toured it, my mind went immediately to old Hollywood vacation home. LOVE it! Enjoy!

Best part of moving- clean slate, no dust :)

Your floor lamp would look great with a glass globe/shade. I found one from the 1920’s. I tried numerous shades then one trip to the thrift shops I found a glass shade that sat down on the bulb area and was open at the top. Perfect!

I love that you get to just decorate!! No building a darn thing!! Fabulous🥰

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!!

MaCenna your fur baby love being part of unveiling items in packaging lol she's too cute.