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The bookshelf was a visual upgrade, the table looks best by the door, it really does complete that area.

@serenakoleno9338

4 ай бұрын

Would 💕 that bookshelf! The medieval chair could be great with an up-cycle to un-medieval it😂. Or just add a throw and cushion?

@melodyprice2788

3 ай бұрын

I agree!!!

The small table by the small wall looks very finished and elegant

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!! I love it there 😊

@michellebilodeau3882

4 ай бұрын

Yes.

I like how you make decorating attainable.Some "designers" make it seem so exhausting, overwhelming and expensive. You were able to do this project with ease and considerably inexpensive with your previous finds and items already in your home. And you made the room look more like a home instead of a showroom. Even when your decision wasn't quite clear you would "live with it" and make a final choice later. Thank you

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Wow thanks so much for this! I really appreciate it😍

Your home is lovely and such a refreshing change from the current trend of white on white. I feel like your home shows who you are and that is a great compliment. The fireplace idea was good.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this! 😊

Love the bookcase but I would put the canisters (all 6) back in the kitchen and maybe add some greenery. Great lamps and shades and great curtains.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!! Haha the canisters were never in the kitchen! lol they are definitely the controversial decision of this video for sure! I really love them for now, they make me happy, and eventually this bookcase will change as I am always changing up my decor! Thank you so much for watching!

Love your style! It looks so good. Your talent for making seemingly random items work together is amazing! I want to walk around and enjoy every last detail.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

haha thank you!

You have a great eye for decorating 😃👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼. I LOVE your new living room. With your TV - leave it on the mantle and rig a picture over it when it is not in use. The picture can have a little of the brick red color in it too. Also, the are tv mounts that you can pull the tv down a bit so you won’t strain your neck. It’s actually an easy fix. I absolutely love your new bookshelves and how you decorated them. 👍🏼

I like how the red paint brings attention to the design. Any darker colour, even slightly darker, than the colour white would draw attention to the art deco design. The TV stand is so unique!

I didn’t think I’d like the painted fireplace, but it really works! It’s beautiful. The plant in the pot next to it is perfection.

I love the idea of painting the shapes around the fireplace. Makes it look warmer.

The shoe rack and table look really good in the entryway and that bookcase was such a good find. I like the red paint on the fireplace and it does distract from the tv. I thought the tv easel would be a good solution but you were right, it did not work at all. The tv on the mantle thing is not ideal. Keep persevering you will find a solution!

Bookcase is lovely, it looks kind of Danish Modern. This may sound terrible but I like that reading floor lamp just as is. Wabi Sabi baby! Love the imperfection.

@judybridges8796

4 ай бұрын

Oh my gosh, I want that multi candle stand!!!

@judybridges8796

4 ай бұрын

Your style is so warm and easy. A home to be cozy and comfortable.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

yea!! I honestly have been living with it and enjoying it!!

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

aww thank you!!🥰🥰🥰

loved your living room makeover, and the vibes , looks cozy and personal

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thank you! I thought about that when we moved in! But I don’t want our backs to the beautiful big window and the front door it feels off for us.

love the combo of spanish/art deco style comboed with the midcentury modern!!

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!’ That’s exactly the eclectic vibe I’m going for 🥰

Hey! Lampshades made of fabric (good vintage ones) can be washed with water. After vacuuming the dust, Soak in a tub with cold water and presto!

Such a lovely room... nice furniture and great colours. Iam struggling with the condition of the walls and ceiling. Mine was the same and I had them plaster skimmed...now super smooth. I think skimming the walls would be of great benefit. 😊

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Oh cool! I am actually a renter so I can’t do that as the owner wants to maintain the integrity of the “spanish revival style” of the home but I agree sometimes I wish I had smooth walls! Maybe one day if we can figure out how to buy it haha!

Girl go over the fireplace color with some antique wax. It will make it match the hearth perfectly. Trust me 😊

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

I have some of that I might try it!

I am with you on tvs. I really don't want to look at TVs unless I am using it. Some people put them in armoires, which would be too small for your tv, some get those TVs that you can digitally download a painting on it and hide it that way. I have a 21" tv and I have it inside a black bookcase which makes the tv not noticeable (black on black) till you use it which I love and I have seen someone build a cabinet in front of her's and put a print on the doors so you have art till you open the the doors to see the tv. A simple solution is go to A fabric store and find some tapestry/embroidered material and make a slip cover for it that way you can hide the tv, have art and take the slip cover off when you want to use it.

Excellent job with the shelves, the rearranging & fireplace. You have great taste! Thanks for sharing!

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for the kind words and hanging out with me!

I would leave the little table in the entry way and put a cool bowl to catch your keys center the tall floor lamp in the middle of that window

The little table fits perfectly in the entryway.

Your eye for detail is so fantastic. I really love the careful approach of slowly acquiring each piece because you feel it is a work of art. Makes every part of your home special, and not just filled with things you need, but things that you also make you happy.

@clarastratford5443

4 ай бұрын

And also that many of your new items where so cheap and second hand!!

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Yes! They’re all things that make me happy and remind me of so many good times😊 Thanks so much for the kind words!

love your style. and I love that you shared your process of the bookshelf in real time and your decision making.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Appreciate you hanging out 😊

That synergy commentary made me chuckled 😆On another note, bringing the red/burgandy inside was such a good choice. I would have never consider that. The red tile is a little too neat/smooth compared to the terracotta red. Maybe adding a secondary color to create a texture will make the tile and brick look more cohesive. The bookshelf was such a steal! Love how the home is coming together.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Haha thanks Nancy!

OMG, so cozy & homey.

Consider swapping clear lightbulbs for frosted. You won't get the shadows from the shade's wires frame.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

interesting! nice tip! weirdly I am using frosted bulbs except for the one in the brass lamp

incredible, looks great !

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Lori!

Yass to the lamp shades. 🎉❤

The skinny table looks great by the door

I would either seperate the canisters or remove some of them. To me, they don't fit in the design. I do love the update!!

@cathywilson5580

4 ай бұрын

Take fine steal wool to get rust out of lamp then either spray paint it. Or rub a buff paint.

Love the bookcase and the fire as well

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

😊Glad to hear! Thank you for watching!

I don’t know what it is about you that reminds me of Drew Barrymore! 🌸❣️🌸

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Haha dang! I have gotten that ALL my life! But am totally flattered because I think she’s so cute and fun 😊

@e.jackson3067

4 ай бұрын

Yes she does look like Drew😊

Fireplace looks amazing!

love the table in that entryway vignette with the mirror way better than at the window :)

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

yay me too!

Good job everything looks great.

I think the red around the fireplace looks great and i would definitely leave the reading lamp as it is. The patina is great. There are a couple of things that i would change. I didn't care for the canisters in the bookcase or the shoe rack in the living room... But hey, if you like it that's what matters most. You did a great job all in all!

@livingwithlk

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for your kind opinion! 🥰

Looks wonderful

Looks great! ❤😊

I love it!!! It looks so good. Definitely magazine worthy.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Aw thanks so much!

Love the bookcase. Love the paint on the fireplace.

So glad I found your channel! Love the changes.

absolutely lovely!

@livingwithlk

2 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😊

Love the fireplace color.

Morning! New subscriber from Boston! Love your refresh and am looking at some of your previous videos...your style is my style!😊❤

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Hii!! 👋 Thank you so much! ❤ Welcome!

Love the bookcase! The table looks good on that small wall. The TV looks good on the mantle.

@livingwithlk

2 ай бұрын

I am still loving it so much til this day! Thank you!

Love this , keep posting 😊

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thank you! Will do!

Love your home. Your living room is looking great ! ❤

@livingwithlk

5 ай бұрын

🥰🥰🥰thanks Bonnie!

I love the boldness of the color you painted on fireplace front. You could double down on this by getting a large pottery/ceramic piece and paint it this color. Or paint the front edge of the mantel the same color. Always try to go bigger if you can.

I love your livingroomdecor 😍

You rocked the changes!!

@livingwithlk

2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

It looks great! Love the fireplace and cabinet.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

Nicely done!

I like the small table for the entry wall!

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

yay thank you!!

Love the fire place....your refresh is so good!

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Aw thank you!!

Those bookends are amazing!!!

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Right?! I’m obsessed!!

You should add a longer mirror above the small table by door The small one is slightly out of balance I love what you did with ur space I’m really liking your videos The use of vintage and thrifted items The warmth and ease of your home really gives me similar vibes to my style so I find you very great for helping me tweak spaces ❤❤❤❤

loved your living room makeover, but this really completes the space. going vertical with the bookshelf is a really smart way to display all your thrifted finds. I also never thought to do a refresh like this in the new year because of how expensive everything is these days but now I'm inspired to change up my apartment!

@livingwithlk

5 ай бұрын

Thank you! I really want an amazing mid century teak wood console that would fit the whole wall but the price is deterring me lol so this $5 bookcase was an amazing find! Good luck on your refresh! It’s a really satisfying activity haha

Love the bookcase and the mid century style! good job!

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

thank you!!

I absolutely love your style, pure perfection! So inviting and cozy.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

So sweet thank you!!😍🥹

i love your style so much

Really like your style and your decor ideas❤

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!!

I like it a lot everything comes togerher very good 😊thanks for sharing looks cozy.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

thank you!!🥰

Looking great.

@livingwithlk

3 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Love the architectural style of home! Don’t love the red on fireplace but feel the part you painted does pop.Nice job

Good job, and I was thinking about lights for my bookcase, just today! Thank you 😊

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Perfect! I am SO obsessed with it - makes such an impact!

The white chair looks best in the corner!

I hope you keep the old chair. It has so much character and open front small table DEFINITELY to the right of the entry door. It’s perfect there!!

Looks great well done😀

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😊

it's beautiful

The bookshelf was a great idea. Love all the light in it!

@livingwithlk

3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

Hello there! This video just popped up in my feed, loved it, liked and subscribed.❤ I'm looking forward to catching up on your other videos.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! Welcome : )

I really enjoyed your video … I thought the estate sale table looks wonderful in the entry!! ❤😊

I love it all! I really like the candle holder at 18:42. Totally my style

love the way you dressed the bookcase!! great job !!

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

😊Thank you!

Wowww, very good! I like your style! I'm new here, but I would like to suggest some small upgrades that I have recently done to my house and they changed the whole vibe in better. Put the TV on the wall with a bracket and cover the cables with stickers cover cables (I don't know the name of it 🤣) A larger mirror will fit better your entryway area. And I would live the space under the window empty so all the room will looks larger. Those are just my opinions 😊❤️

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the ideas! I agree about the window 😊

I like the fireplace color

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thanks! I’m really loving it after living with it :)

Definitely love the height of the bookcase and love the fireplace pop of red!

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

I like your arrangements.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Julie!

you cozied up your room - good job!

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

🥰🥰thanks!

03/27/2024: Absolutely amazing. You have created a comfortable and cozy atmosphere. Very friendly and inviting. Love what you did to the fireplace. You know who you are and your space reflects that confidence. Magazine Ready.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you!😍

I'm a new sub. You did a wonderful job pulling that room together. Wood, art, and lighting is key. P.S. I want to go where you're thrifting.

@livingwithlk

2 ай бұрын

Hi and welcome! Thanks so much : ) I thrift so much -- that's the secret haha I just go EVERYWHERE

This is an interesting and well designed room.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thank you, Dorothy! 😊😊

Your living room is beautiful

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

😍Thank you!

I love this makeover, you have a great interior design style :)

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

Good job!

@livingwithlk

3 ай бұрын

☺😍

I love the bookshelf ..my mom had one just like it, hers was from the early 70's, real wood and forever lasting. I think u should use a dab of brown paint to the burgundy chimney paint to match the tiles. I just love your videos, I get so exited whenever you post a new one, we pretty much have the same style and taste and I also always like to change things around. Now I'm going to be on the hunt for a similar bookshelf because I have lots of old books and vintage artifacts to display...

@livingwithlk

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!🥺❤️ Yes this one is solid wood! I’m so obsessed with it! Also the paint has cured a bit darker since filming, but I think I agree it needs another coat that has some brown or orange mixed in!

For the shelves to break up the wood and the colors I would add something chrome in there like a cool chrome lamp or something since most of the colors are warm. I think the chrome will break it up a little bit.

I really like the way you style your home

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

🥰🥰Thank you! And thanks for watching!

Yes, small table in entryway. Try an upholstered bench in front of window. Nice refresh! ❤️🏠

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

thank you!!

love your home.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thanks so much ! :D

I am really into black lampshades. Just make sure it doesn't have silver on the inside, they throw off too bright white light. Gold on the inside is the best. If you happen to run into one at the thrift grab it. At any rate, the black is really good. Moody and fantastic. You can have a little lamp on the entryway table. 25 watt lightbulbs on tiny lamps are totally a vibe. It looks so good! I love the new book shelf wall and think the blanket shelf is a fantastic idea. I love it and really want to see it at night.

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

I forgot about black lampshades with the gold interior! My mom had some great ones when I was growing up.. I will need to keep my eye out for some cool ones : )

Watching you for the first time, love your home, painting the fire place really helped. Looks great

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Thanks and welcome!!❤

SYNERGY!!

One idea to make the TV blend in better with the fireplace is to color block the area. What if you painted the fireplace and the wall above a similar color of your sofa. The darker color would help the TV fade in a bit. Then paint the mantel and the tiles a color darker on the same paint strip. The red stands out a too much and doesn't go with the floor tiles.

Keep the small table next to the front door! Looks amazing

Wow awww nice! Even if you don't keep the exact color of the fireplace, painting it is so cool. Great job on the bookcase. Your style is great!

@livingwithlk

3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

i have the bookshelf :) love it!! your living is my vibe

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Oh that's awesome! Thank you!

I’m so glad I found your channel! Your style is so similar to mine and I’m so into thrifting. I feel very inspired and now I’m gonna go watch all your other videos 😅

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

Yay! Welcome! So glad you found me 😊

I love your style

@livingwithlk

4 ай бұрын

😍🥰