3 Hour DIY Bedroom Makeover By Pro Designer | Room Refresh | Architectural Digest

Cassandre is a 30-something entrepreneur renting an apartment in New York - but you might not know that with just a quick glance at her bedroom. Still adorned with vestiges of her childhood, Cassandre needed an update to reflect her growth and changing tastes. That’s where Courtney McLeod of Right Meets Left Interior Design came in. Watch as Courtney pairs a DIY ethos with her professional acumen to overhaul Cassandre’s bedroom in just 3 hours - without worrying the landlord.
See more of Courtney's work at @rightmeetsleftinteriordesign
Intro photographs of Courtney’s work courtesy of Alexandra Rowley of 1st Dibs and Courtney McLeod.
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[@zl2071]

The pieces are nice, but don’t go together AT ALL

[@TheDevSea]

She spent so long explaining each individual process and yet nothing is actually cohesive together. The patterns and styles are all over the place and we really only made it brighter. I think the renter hid her disappointment well.

[@lululuv525]

No she didn’t 🤣🤣the disappointment was all over her face and in her voice, especially the “wow” that’s black for wtf is really going on.

[@TheDevSea]

@@lululuv525 I mean, she didn’t outright rip it to filth, which was pretty generous if you ask me 😂 the 2000s velvet headboard would’ve took me out

[@oluwashinaomisanya7487]

@@lululuv525 our people really be like" wow that's crazy " when we don't like something 😂😂😂😂

[@lululuv525]

@@oluwashinaomisanya7487 exactly!🤣🤣

[@KitInToronto]

I think the wallpaper trick was great, the wallpaper itself was lovely, and the carpet was beautiful. But I can't *believe* this space was put together by a "designer". It's chaotic, those disparate elements clash, the throw at the end of the bed is SO discordant, and she did nothing to improve a bad layout. Nothing about this says "polished entrepreneur".

[@NextToToddliness]

I was going to post something similar. Though it's cute and functional, it definitely isn't as cohesive as it could've been. I think New England Beach House can be a classy aesthetic, but it just doesn't look like a 30 year old's room. If she had built the room around the backboard of the bed and made the space a little more rich & sophisticated, I think it'd make a thirty-something happy. A cobalt & gold wallpaper would've drawn the eye to the nook, instead of making it look out of place, and lent itself to a Moroccan or Greecan vibe. Throw some pictures from either of those countries or some minimalist art with gold in it, and you've basically changed the whole feeling of the space. Instead that poor girl got a frumpy, watered down Laura Ashley meh.

[@msphatbeauty2387]

Cassandre was a great sport. I wish the room had been redone using her own vibrant, sentimental, artwork as inspiration and she probably would have liked it (more); also it seems that it might’ve been better to put the head of the bed in the space where the vanity was placed in order to get the full use and effect of both windows; Regardless though I still enjoyed Courtney & will seek out more of her work.

[@cbvickers4044]

Totally agree. I thought it was rude to not use the artwork she already had on the walls, unless the Cassandra said get rid of everything.

[@Eu-mj6im]

This is like an hgtv special, not anywhere near the caliber of design that I expect from AD, especially as a designer myself. I understand small budgets can be constraining but there are plenty of opportunities to be creative within that and the client obviously didn’t feel a connection with the outcome at all. Overall, I hope AD steps up their content quality rather than focusing on putting out large amounts of low quality design.

[@LosEspookys]

Girl calm down. I’m sure you’ve delivered some designs that left the client underwhelmed. It happens sometimes unfortunately. I wouldn't say the designer or AD deserve this crazy of a critique

[@gnarbeljo8980]

Couldn't agree more.

[@kyers9817]

Fully agree, what were AD thinking!

[@mayamagick]

I actually thought I was watching HGTV

[@cbvickers4044]

I agree. The client did not seem all that thrilled....and feel free to ignore rude people, LOL.

[@smilesam]

Each individual piece of the makeover actually is pretty nice. I like the designer's taste. BUT, the room has no cohesion and honestly I get a bit of a headache looking at everything. I think some of the pieces are definitely an upgrade for Cassandre, hopefully it gives her a good starting point to adjust the space. But yeah, there's a number of KZbinrs who aren't "official" interior designers who could have done a much better job.

[@kayelle8005]

Yeah Drew from Lone Fox or Kristen McGowan would definitely have done a better job.

[@siennad587]

She didn’t seem to love it. Besides 2 pieces of art none of the pieces belong to her or are sentimental. I just love to see more of the room reflective of the owner but maybe that’s not what she wanted.

[@mariemaladorno8788]

I loved the idea on how to put up temporary wallpaper for a rental.

[@fullofhope6978]

I think that was the best thing in the entire video.

[@katymcwhirter]

That bedspread ain’t working with the wallpaper, let’s be honest. Love the window updates!

[@laena5842]

I think if she just kept the old, white headboard and put a nice, quality comforter that pulled from the color of the painting (maybe like a nice orange that works with the wallpaper?) this would feel way better. It's really the comforter that makes this room feel so mismatched I think :/ this was a bummer overall

[@Kathleen5429]

Totally agree.

[@Mistiny1791]

(I’m going to ignore the dirty baseboards because mine need a clean up as well) The aesthetic is definitely not the owners taste but I think the main changes to the bed frame and window treatments were beneficial. She can easily change out the wallpaper and get a different mirror at a low cost.

[@PrefabTinyModularHomes]

It’s a nice touch to add an accent wall with the use of wallpaper. Never really seen that before but it totally makes sense - especially in a renter setting. Painting an accent wall takes time and more effort - this still makes the space feel funky while being both easier to put up and ultimately maintain. Cool tip!

[@MeltingShoe]

I like her original room so much more...

[@natasha6867]

as a first time homeowner i am looking to AD for inspiration on how to design my new space. however, having 3 hours to redesign a space seems like an unnecessary and irrelevant constraint. i think instead of a time constraint, focusing on a budget constraint would be much more helpful. you could do a series where you redesign a space at three different budgets to give people an idea of what can be done with high, medium, and low budgets. or make it client based, like in this series the client can say "this is how much i could afford to spend on this" and let that be your constraint. despite the lack of personalization that the other comments on this video complain about, i appreciated some of the practical tips she gave like how to install temporary wallpaper, how to make the ceiling look higher, and the cheap art tip. i hope you'll take these suggestions into consideration as they would be really helpful for me! currently, the biggest series you guys have are the unlimited budget 3 designers redesign 1 space series and this 1-3 hr makeover series, neither of which are very practically applicable by the average person. thanks!

[@virginiadebva4311]

Love every thing about the room!

[@BakaNeBaka]

Like the wallpaper idea, the framing of wallpaper samples and that's pretty much about it. The use of words like 'feminine' just puts me off. What's a gender got to do with a living space? She just wanted a 'mature' vibe and what she ended up getting was a mish-mash of patterns that don't quite work well even when the 'clashing' logic is thought of. The bed jutting out and just being that bit blocking the window annoys me. I'd have gone for a size that would have aligned with the lines of the window. Another thing is that I don't know why people don't put tables that look outwards if a window is available in a space. If I have a requirement of a desk and there's a window, I'd like to have it accommodated and work around that. This room didn't quite make me happy unfortunately. Intention was there, but execution left a lot to be desired.... Cheers!

[@gargoylecat2179]

Only think I'd add is a nice white bench at the end of the bed to tie in the desk, maybe with a blue velvet cushion of a nice white cushion with soft blue pink stripes and under the bench have some wicker baskets that match the blinds to thie that in as well and also add some extra storage space

[@stacyhackney6100]

She and her team did a great job. I like the changes she made. So many great touches. One of my favorites is the yellow flowers in the little vase, but I really like everything she did.

[@shastabare6026]

I'm glad it's not just me being critical. Bless this mess but 1. Silver metal on the bed head and gold on the other accents. 2. The blinds should have been fitted back inside the window frame - now when they're lowered they'll hit the bed! 3. Am I the only one wondering if you'd be able to see your face when sitting at the vanity? I think the mirror is too short for standing and to tall for sitting...😖 I'd have eliminated the head board, made a feature wall behind the bed instead, mounted blinds (in a coherent colour) inside the window box, left room under the bed for storage (obviously needed), had the vanity fill the alcove for more useful flat surface oh and put a beautiful tall mirror on or behind the vanity for use while sitting or standing.

[@awwa114]

I loved the decorating ideas and colors.

[@maetaylor5677]

I mean maybe I am alone here?.....but I personally would be a very happy customer. I think she did a great job, I certainly learned something. I really loved that the designer appreciated the paintings on the wall as a extension of Cassandre's tastes and kept them there adding elements to compliment them. I am sure cohesively speaking another designer may have swapped them out completely and surely that may have been easier, but I could see she wanted to keep them as part of who Cassandre is as a person and that little bit of her in the space. I appreciate that consideration she took to do that,

[@mushroom4rain]

sry didnt hit the mark and dont think the client really liked it either :/

[@NorthernLight95]

Loved the wallpaper space ~ lots of great ideas!

[@texasred2702]

"...our wonderful window looking out onto the backyard." Cut to shot of depressing barred window overlooking a parking lot.

[@sp7749]

So nice to see more renter friendly upgrades.❤️

[@TheKickasskatie]

Why not use peel and stick wallpaper?

[@skkay89]

To each their own... but this screams teenage girl bedroom, not a grown adult woman. She's obviously proud of her heritage, they should have added that into the design plan/color pallette more. That way it ties the room into her artwork.

[@mchowstylist2236]

It’s definitely an improvement, but doesn’t seem stylistically current. I suppose budget and time constraints reduces the designer’s options, or this is the client’s taste.

[@natatatt]

I agree. The white furniture and the grommet head board both look a bit dated. And it overall doesn't look that cohesive, the different pieces don't tie together that well. The designer seems like a super nice person though - probably great to work with for people that like her style.

[@farah-ow8sy]

Well, that was a great reaction 🌝😂

[@whoisxuen]

Lol I think the old bedroom design was actually a whole lot nicer

[@tiprogers3887]

Very nice job, big improvement

[@BillWoodillustrator]

The artwork above the bed was a bit childish to keep I think. But yes certainly an improvement…

[@clotilde9797]

How does she open the door with the rug?

[@shayk9227]

Well damn what happened to showcasing her artwork I Don't think she liked it. This designer totally didn't understand the assignment.

[@butterflysun]

Bed is too close to the window. Wall paper is too busy for a grown up, she should have went with a neutral color and a comfy seating. White curtains was a hit.

[@tesstess3371]

It's a small room with two windows, there is not a good spot for bed placement. The white blinds camouflaged them better. I'd love to see a real working desk, with a chair, instead of a vanity. The wallpaper treatment and duvet with two fighting florals, and iffy application (which will fail eventually). A gallery wall with some storage would be better for the nook. A declutter plus product placement, all books gone. I wanted to like, but it lacks personality.

[@Loisaidalisa]

Major improvement, you've given the impression that the room is more spacious than it is. And the design elements are very chic, modern and pops that someone creative lives there.

[@ohtartarsauce6301]

"modern"

[@phyllisedmondson8517]

I need this so bad OMG I live in a rent stabilized apt and it needs a 21 century make over … without Landlord City KNOWING

[@cynthia0694]

I feel like she didn't capture the essence of the client, she just did what she wanted. I don't if it just wasn't shown but they really didn't talk so much about her design and lifestyle. It was just a mess and outdated.

[@leslieenriquez4085]

I loved the overall look but I wish the bamboo shades were raised

[@Pathrissia]

I like the idea with the wallpapers. I just want to know who designed that roooom layout. It's horrible and impractical. Can't even fit a bed in there

[@TheeCoachg]

Im only half way through this and had to read the comments to make sure im not tripping. Its like designer sucked all the Black Girl Magic out the room and replaced it with Target clearance items. I like the wallpaper trick but a solid yellow or coral or lavender to build off her Artwork seems like it would be better. The aesthetic she had before was childish but still nostalgic because her personality was in it,even replacing the bedframe sucked more personality out of it.

[@Yuchub33]

Why is there a random small cushion on the floor?? I would just kick it by accident

[@yay-cat]

a little way in I was thinking that the wallpaper, bed, and bedspread didn’t match at all…. but then they pulled out that mirror and I was like “ooohhh”

[@yay-cat]

Damn that mirror is out of my price range

[@OHbabe574]

I think it looks more like a child’s room now. The mirror was the wrong choice and all the patterns are too much, the room is too small to be that busy. The windows are nice.

[@MamaBearHomeschools]

The client had bold beautiful colors in her paintings and I wish the designer would have played on those! Just because it's a small space doesn't mean the walls should stay white! With color on the walls, the window dressings would have really popped! Rather than fake flowers, she could have used some cacti decor or macrame hangings with a few houseplants. The wallpaper was wrong and so many ways, along with the bedding and the bed itself. The layout of the room is all wrong as well! Definitely a bomb of a design. My 16-year-old could have created a better space for the client; it's just the truth. Had she put the headboard of the bed where the desk is, he could have used a more feminine, ornate headboard and footboard. Poor Cassandre!

[@cabinvibesebaystore8956]

New sub ! Liked 🚀👍😀

[@jonathanrross]

I don't think the client was impressed really... "Oh... Wow..." I don't blame her either. The strange mix of styles and colours were barely cohesive. 😅

[@usa2342]

Not everyone is crazy emotional in their expression of feelings. Design of the room is definitely much better than before!

[@yay-cat]

well I think its her own artwork that clashed a bit

[@ayeshak6822]

A - cat Agree. It was the client's tacky artwork that ruined it. Remove them, and the room becomes sophisticated. Unfortunately, a designer can't exactly tell their client that their artwork sucks...

[@NaturallyGifted77]

Lol! I am a person that like for things to match. I hope the show paid for it and not the renter.

[@jesiesalcedo2139]

3hr only to decorate maybe that’s y.

[@jacksonirvine7708]

I think my main concern was the designer didn't use Cassandre's art as a focal point for any of her decisions. She had some really beautiful artwork, like the woman with flowers in her hair, and also the bird painting from when she was in 6th grade. They are the most unique and telling of her as a person, yet I think neither were factored into the color scheme and it made them fit poorly into the new room. Feels like a subpar job.

[@mylifeasjessio]

yeah i kept waiting on her to say she was going to to use the bird painting as the inspo for the entire room. it's gorgous! and i was surprised she framed wallpaper in place of real artwork 😧 that cassandra already had. Z(but perhaps cassandra asked for something new!)

[@muhammadludwi9872]

I feel like the painter didnt even want that bird painting on her room anymore but there it is, she hid the disappointment very well

[@freedomofreligion3248]

Cassandra complained about them using her childhood art, so...

[@katysleta4285]

those artworks are not strong enough to be displayed.

[@elle6952]

Love the wallpaper trick, but I am sorry the space does not feel cohesive or polished.

[@everyoneytubes]

That window is gorgeous. Linear and black. I'm not an interior designer. But you'd think it would be good to use them as a starting point as opposed to hiding them.

[@Val---]

Excellent point

[@mylifeasjessio]

haha good point. i was like ohh we are covering the pretty window frames...

[@HR-re6mr]

I don't know what the budget was so I won't comment. But the overall style didn't match the owner. She didn't appear over girly or glam to me so I wasn't surprised when she didn't seem overly happy. I'm glad she did bring in her own art because at least those are things she chose. I didn't like the hang of the curtains seemed a bit bunched up. But the headboard lowered is really an improvement. I did like the overall colorway.

[@sarfrazahmed8178]

So what happened to all the books and things she had in her room before renovation? The room does not represent her entrepreneurial spirit etc?

[@rizzobeen47]

It still looks like a little girls room

[@lifeofflore]

I’m bugged by a few things by the design choices but the worst part for me is how high the mirror was placed? Is she going to be able to sit and see herself? 😅

[@pinchofsalt4566]

It's supposed to double as a work desk so..

[@aroidpapa]

I don't understand why the mirror was hung up so high, I also would have gone for a wooden framed mirror rather than a white and blue painted one to bring some warmth in. This just feels quite glam and bog standard pinterest/youtube/instagram design

[@liv97497]

I'm sorry but she asked for a bedroom for a 30-year-old entrepreneur and got a teenage cutesy room (with a bedspread and wallpaper that don't go together). This could be the bedroom of any teen in a Disney channel movie, it doesn't look more adult at all

[@astrompowers3455]

Not AD worthy, right? It's kind of Cute, and that's all.

[@aaronsung6208]

Feels wrong seeing 65 sqft room right after seeing some 100M estate with view of ocean from generous infinity pool. LOL

[@Jen-zk9se]

I appreciate some renter friendly redos, but this ain’t it.

[@astrompowers3455]

@@aaronsung6208 not that, is not about money, is just the lack of creativity, not achieving a cohesive look, with all respects to the designer, this can't be a serious demonstration of her real talent (wich I don't know but she is here for a reason I guess she can't be an amateur, right?)

[@aaronsung6208]

@@astrompowers3455 agreed. The ambient loud pattern and red color is too much. The vintage mirror is very dated and unfunctional. All white furnture sets screams ''affordable''. Not tasteful design even for nonprofessional.

[@astrompowers3455]

@@aaronsung6208 wall paper and blanket seems off on the same room, that take about the femenine shape is so random. But I like some elements like the lamps and the wall paper, just not together and certainly not here. I understand that they have a limited time to stage that bedroom but for sure days or even weeks to prepare, this is AD and a great opportunity to show her work, so this is such a sad fail.

[@kristindanan7407]

Designer here. I’m not sure why the designer would hang the curtains so close to the ceiling and not do the same for the bamboo shades. They were an outside mount, so the shades should have been hung higher because retracted Roman shades always hang down a decent amount. Those shades actually visually stunted the windows and hindered the light coming through, making the room feel darker and smaller. I would recommend hanging them as high as possible so when they’re retracted, the bottom of the shades just barely conceals the top of the window frames. This will make the windows appear to go all the way to the ceiling and it’ll let in much more light.

[@dianadundidit5343]

Exactly what I thought. I think the shades would have looked better if they were hung higher.

[@eiforget]

I'm not a professional designer, but that was precisely what caught my attention as well, and for exactly the reasons you've stated. The remedy you suggest is spot on...you're hired. 😏

[@forkrunner2313]

Yep that does make sense. Personally I don’t like curtains cause I like a room to look ‘neat’. And u have to wash them ew.

[@rachelnan6875]

@@forkrunner2313 Blinds and shades have to be cleaned as well.

[@diann3880]

It looks good breaks it up a bit would look strange blinds all the way to ceiling

[@vickimaccallum]

Poor client. Looking for random things to say she likes 😭 also re temporary wallpaper - good luck removing it 🤦🏼‍♀️ I wish the designer had kept it simple. The mirror is too childish for sure. Literally had to double check what channel I was on because I was SHOCKED Edited to add: I went over to the next suggested video which was the bar space (4 hours) and that was terrible too. Maybe AD should revisit this series 🫣

[@ohtartarsauce6301]

all of clashes 😭

[@theysay6696]

I don’t think it’s cohesive…

[@mybelovedlife2700]

She definitely didn’t like this. It feels thrown together.

[@wyster14]

Tbh I disagree with a lower bed, because that’s valuable storage area that can’t be used with a low bed. On that note, this designer doesn’t seem to think of practicality when it comes to a rented place. The existing light was actually fine, and it means you have to put it back when you leave, as well as repair the wall where you screwed in the mirror and blinds. Also, a good vanity area has a large standing mirror, not a smaller wall mirror. It makes it rather difficult to do anything in said vanity if it’s small. Also, my other gripe is pattern clashing, if you have one floral, only use that one, and if you have any other patterns they need to be more soft, also that chair at the vanity should have a back, not just be a stool. My last thing, the colors aren’t the best together, While I love a good accent color, the tones are all over the place, cools clashing with warm oranges and pinks. Also, the nailed up wall decorations, and the floor length curtains dragging the floor, it makes it harder to keep clean

[@capricorncowboy.]

I came here to say the same thing!! It was all quite awkward…

[@siom3815]

Absolutely, also it looks like she won’t be able to see herself in the mirror if she sits on the stool - The stool is too low/the mirror is too high. The practicality of it just doesn’t work

[@athenarocks7657]

@@siom3815 that really irritated me! Also, if she’s going to choose a mirror that shape and height, why choose a lamp that overlaps it that much. I also just think she wasn’t successful in mixing patterns, geometry, or colors. The bed frame is the only hard, rectangular shape and everything else is “soft and feminine”. That doesn’t look intentional when you only break the pattern once - it looks like a mistake. Same with the mixing metals. The only silver is on the bed and everything else is gold.

[@shastabare6026]

Agreed 100%

[@lisathompson5048]

C-, college dorm style. The "reds" in the duvet and wallpaper are not complimentary. If one has a vanity, the mirror should be functional as well as pretty. Bamboo blinds could be mounted at ceiling height to avoid blocking any light. Why emphasize the fact that the bed is too large with a dark headboard? Framing wallpaper samples? I should stop, but that cheap rug... Does AD stand by this technique of applying wallpaper? Blue tape is designed to be removed shortly after application and no more than 14 days.

[@tesswolff8827]

Agree re all. Plus the style isn’t cohesive. Plus, a “nook” should have paper on the sidewalls of the nook - not just the one inset wall. Looks unfinished.

[@athenarocks7657]

Yes to everything. Also, I know I’ve been harping on this in the comments - but the way she mixed the metals just looks like a mistake and it’s really bugging me.

[@tmmlis002]

The clashing undertones in the reds on the wall and bedding is it for me... and those paired with that rainbow art above the bed I find particularly unsuccessful.

[@hayleys4627]

Renter friendly - yet proceeds to drill into the walls

[@shayk9227]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 I know right

[@Sunflowers9191]

All rentals I lived in did allow me to drill in walls and paint them though

[@anna9379]

Did she just say let's not damage the wall by putting up taped wallpaper and than DRILL the walls ?! For the mirror and the curtains...

[@b_uppy]

I've think the use of painters tape is problematic. I've found it needs to be removed before too long because with time, it can remove surfaces if left on longer than recommended.

[@silverchords1277]

Yeah, that didn't seem like it would hold up that long. I know it's temporary but that doesn't seem like it would hold for more than a day.

[@dalladi]

Yes. I’ve noticed painters tape can also degrade over time and only come off in very small pieces. That could be beyond irritating then to remove.

[@jonathanrross]

Bingo! I came here to comment the the same thing.

[@b_uppy]

@@silverchords1277 Painter's tape is pretty grippy.

[@tomhuijben1073]

Exactly! Over time, painters tape sort of disintegrates. Either it doesn’t hold up enough, OR it just binds even more and doesn’t come off in one go…

[@imurnanny]

im not even a designer but this was...uncomfortable...the girl had so much better taste than the designer

[@shayk9227]

Can someone get in contact with the client because I'm pretty sure she would have liked her artwork to be showcased I would have loved to see her artwork displayed..

[@marcl4701]

The mirror is way to high!!

[@donnettadaniels7926]

I don't think she took her client's age or interests into consideration at all.

[@shravangeorge2805]

This makeover definitely doesn’t deserve to be on AD. As a big fan of the channel, it would be a shame to see the standards drop

[@Scarlet-qg1xi]

I would have wanted a bigger rug and placed it partially under the bed?

[@dorothylazard4797]

How about just using peel and stick wallpaper that doesn’t leave a residue when peeled off. It’s a lot less labor intensive and there are literally hundreds of patterns available.

[@hannahlanai]

Have you used it before? I'm so tempted to try it on a wall in my bedroom, but I'm afraid it'll pull off the paint/ruin the wall when I remove it because I rent. Any tips or reccs?

[@MizJilly]

@@hannahlanai It won't damage anything. I did a bathroom and became obsessed and did my whole hallway with it. There is a spray you can buy to increase the adhesion (you don't really need it, but it helps the paper slide around a bit so its easier to position, which is handy if its your first time. ) If you use that spray, don't use it on flat paint because it will leave a visible spot. the downside of peel and stick is it is pricey, so if you're doing more than an accent wall or the area over a chair rail, it a going to run you at least $400-800 for a room. Home Depot and Decorators Best websites have good sales.

[@hannahlanai]

@@MizJilly AH awesome! Thank you so much for the info! I've been drooling over some designs on Etsy and have been looking for any positive sign to pull the trigger, and hearing that it won't destroy the paint underneath is just what I needed!

[@lil_bear]

This designer is a Con artist. No taste what so ever! Props to the renter for pretending to like it. Those colors clashed, and looked cheap.

[@teresabell1014]

I loved the client's art in the beginning. It was beautiful and cheerful.

[@Marie.Leanna]

If the bedding was just solid white, the room would look way less busy and the accent wall would look 10x better

[@tinadawes5278]

Overall a nice job but I would have gone for a softer bamboo color on those blinds cos they cut off the head area instead of the visual effect she was going for to extend the height - visually- over the windows... plus the gap above them looks weird. Maybe hang them higher- go for a longer drop?

[@aaronsung6208]

What i like: The DIY wall method DIY to the roof curtain design What i dont like: The loud color+pattern, too much All white cubic furniture, constantly screams ''affordable''.

[@hannievanweel5292]

I do not get the color choizes. Br….

[@frafra9018]

It looks like a hotel room.. Honestly not impressive

[@aHIGHasian]

Can that vanity even be used while seated? The mirror seems too high for her height and stool choice. A bigger lower mirror would have worked better. She had some good diy ideas but overall so many misses in style and understanding her client. You can tell the renter didn’t like it.

[@mellie1617]

I love how she used regular wallpaper! More affordable options are available now that I don't have to opt for only "removable wallpaper." Beautiful makeover! Great tips!

[@arielhoeft7511]

When I was in college I used wrapping paper on my dorm wall and it was perfect and affordable

[@mellie1617]

@@arielhoeft7511 Ah yes! Wallpaper is great for college dorm decor! Lol! Great idea - and lots of options too! Thank you! 🤗

[@Person-mh6xq]

Beware though! Even blue painters tape that is left up for too long (contrary to popular belief) can take a lesser-grade paint off the wall when removed.

[@christinagarza7944]

Beautiful! But nook could double as work space with a comfier chair. Unless this person has a really long torso, the mirror is too high up to use as a vanity mirror. Doing that only requires to now use precious desk space on another mirror.

[@mylifeasjessio]

girl, you need to keep painting! I watched this entire video to see if you would tell us where we could buy the birdy! it's gorgeous! Love the scale and the hues you used.

[@Vitagirl]

Sorry as designer and artist I praise everyone whom creates so I love the mirror. Love the shade!! Don’t like anything else but hey to each their own!!

[@biancabeasley1796]

Nailing a curtain rod and art to the wall ain’t renter friendly

[@mikodesain]

im not sure the client satisfied based on her reaction..i think end result design is fit for older lady...no offense just my opinion

[@TheUniversesDaughter]

where does AD keep finding these so called interior designers bro

[@sumairachowdhury1416]

A couple of beautiful touches, for sure, with the wallpaper and lamp, but shouldn't we just get over the "feminine" vibe and "masculine" vibe at this day and age? I think anyone can use and enjoy any patterns, colors or look without a label! Also, the whole bed and rug was a huge miss. Why is this AD video-worthy?

[@IsisOya]

Thank you!

[@damjanneshovski]

She was like "It looks... it looks a lot bigger" lol she hated it and was trying to come up with something nice to say XD

[@JB-sb3mk]

This is straight up bad. I dont think anyone is pleased with the outcome- designer or client. I don’t know what the story is, but that wall paper and that bedspread clash big time and that bed and that mirror look so dated, like mall furniture. And that advice about painters tape is trash. On the package it says to remove it after 2 weeks or risk having the paint and walk come off when you remove the tape. I can’t believe this is on Architectural Digest. I think this designer must have had some major snags day of because she couldn’t have made it on here if this was indicative of her work.

[@woin9361]

I really love this designer’s perspective and the way she communicated her vision! The choices really improved the flow of the space…particularly the addition of those luxe cream curtains and a lower bed profile. I didn’t realize how much visual space the previous bed took up until it was changed! The only thing I would change would be a slightly sturdier desk stool that could be used for an actual work-from-home day. (Which is hard to say because I loved that little blue velvet stool!) I also loved the accent wall, that unusual mirror, the rug - pretty much all the pops of color. Interesting and fun makeover!

[@magneticunicorn]

Umm okay…Interesting🤔That lady look deflated and tried to pick out things that she liked without being offensive.

[@bngr_bngr]

Who wants to look at the backyard thru ghetto security bars.

[@natalieeis9284]

I am glad she kept that special painting. Love it 🐦🦚

[@raganaregnbue6838]

I liked the before version much better. But the wallpaper hack - not the wallpaper - was interesting.

[@darcklo]

Should we talk about having to remove the door to fit the carpet and provide an entrance?

[@forkrunner2313]

The designer’s yellow puffer is awesome but I don’t get why peeps still use terms like masculine and feminine lol.

[@djjones7039]

I’m really not trying to be rude but wtfffff kind of “style” design is that room supposed to be now?! I’m extremely disappointed & it’s not even my room lol. Poor girl was hella disappointed too she just tried to hide it to be nice. This room REALLY doesn’t go together like at all!!! Absolutely nothing is cohesive, blends well or goes together in any way. In my opinion, this didn’t hit the mark at all….waaay off. They didn’t actually listen to her style or think of the person in the room & what SHES into or her likes/dislikes. I’d be really upset if this was my room

[@rosehill1595]

Disappointing overall and the client did not appear to like it either. The request was for a bedroom befitting a 30yr old 'grown-up' entrepreneur! There is no "entrepreneurial success vibe" at all. The client actually expressed dismay at seeing her sixth grade bird painting in a prominent spot. Obviously there was some miscommunication. Unfortunately this room refresh did not give the designer an opportunity to shine. The client is left with walls and window treatments that are subpar for AD. I can name at least two influencer/designers who would have made the client happy.