Unpacking & Organising Our Newly Renovated Living Room | LIVING ROOM RENO 9

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[@KAPPYCAM]

You can paint just the hall side of the door. The raw wood on the inside goes well with the floor. It is Molly bolts that leave the plastic piece in the wall.

[@HighLadyoftheSpiteCourt]

That's what I was thinking, too.

[@hildalev]

Just wanted to write that :)

[@BThirstyPretzel]

I was going to suggest the same thing

[@thecherimagee]

Do not paint the door -- it's lovely! Or at least wait until you get everything into place and then decide :) Merry Christmas from Mississippi :)

[@nicholewade8233]

agreed!

[@danaweaver4129]

I'd leave it unpainted. It looks really lovely! Maybe wait until the hall way is redone and leave it for the last thing to see if you still think it needs doing. ❤️

[@JosiahDavidCarroll]

Loooking great! You could paint the hallway face of the door so when all the doors are closed then it matched, but the raw wood could seem cheeky in the sitting room. I think you are right about the antique mirror over the sofa, it would reflect light and the greenery outside to make the room feel larger and more lively. Perhaps a divan/backless chaise lounge could show off your radiator if you find your chairs are too small. One might be able to tuck behind the door or in front of the bookcase. The curtain rod may need to be extended longer as once your drapes are hung, when open they may block the natural sunlight into the room. Keep up the good work. I live for your renovation videos

[@juranaahmed1495]

The wall lights made such a difference! They add so so much warmth and certainly ‘elevate’ the room! Can’t wait to see the finished living room ☺️

[@theQuietRebel]

Really love the door as it is! I think it adds so much more warmth and character.

[@fridaborg1697]

An idea that might tie in well with your future new years resolution could be to have a shelf designated to the books that you have read starting with January 1st... That way you can see your progress and maybe be more motivated as well ☺️

[@barbaramassey3787]

Door is lovely as it is. Matching not necessary. More character this way. Love the new rug. Love the atmosphere of the room.

[@miss_xenia_]

I love big mirrors opposite the window because it’s so beautiful when it reflects the light and the greenery outside 🥰

[@bethlayton7496]

Just take the living room door off the hinges and sand a bit off the bottom. Or next time you have builders in, ask if they have a planer and they can take a tiny bit off the bottom

[@ginacrusco234]

The LR looks lovely! Just a thought: We have a sitting room about the same size, with fireplace and built-ins in the same position, and we arranged our 2 loveseats parallel to each other but diagonally to the door. It makes the room seem more dynamic and spacious. It may not look well in your more traditional space, but I thought I'd throw it out there.

[@phoenixrising2517]

The room is so nice! I love the color and look of the shelves. If you like the look of the door ,but still want it to match only paint the side that is in the hallway white.

[@Mimismyth]

This room is so lovely! it must feel so good knowing that the floors are done and you can go fresh into the new year

[@kimberlymerritt1682]

Beautiful! A few suggestions: You can paint the side of the door that faces into the hall and leave the rest raw. It would be a nice balance with the granite over the wood burner when closed. A large mirror (or a gorgeous empty frame) would certainly work and give your eye a rest from everything else. Try leaning a few smaller paintings over the top of the piano and place a lamp there too (this will help round out the task lighting in the room) and you won't have to fuss with something larger. And you can change it out seasonally or whenever you'd like. The bookcase will also evolve organically, but you're on the right track! I can't wait to see the Christmas tree! Great job!

[@Alainahutchinson57283]

Oh my god the jump fart 😭😭🤣🤣😭😭🤣🤣

[@SarahsOctoberHome]

Literally, Loving the built-ins.😍 All your hard work has paid off.✨

[@katemackenzie6477]

You can always put small frames in your bookcase (like maybe that short but long (horizontal) painting)! I love layering with paintings/pictures behind a vase, plant, or knickknack! It helps add even more texture, dimension, and interest to a bookcase.

[@jenniesernekvist1488]

The room realy look stunning! You could do like a gallery Wall with thrifted frames and paintings over the piano.

[@reginaangeletti3282]

I love the door as it is , it looks so in keeping with your house . Maybe you could try the small painting on one of your shelves . Paintings and objects look lovely with books . Your room is coming together beautifully.

[@114HAna]

Love the idea of mirror over the sofa, it would make the room feel so much bigger 😌

[@colorblox4942]

Dear Maddie, I don't usually comment on videos. But I wanted to tell you how much I enjoy your reno videos because they are so realistic! I also have the experience, if you want to do things properly, it does take time. Thanks you for your inspiring work!

[@JACKIEFRANCO01]

I would paint the outside door to match the hallway but leave the inside door raw to match the esthetic of the room

[@beatricemarsilius5585]

You can paint the door to the livingroom on the side that faces the hall way but not the side that faces the living room :)

[@baileyk9096]

I love the wood door! So warm.

[@dakotaovdan]

The built ins look sooo much nicer!

[@sadiemiller1780]

It's all coming together now! We all hope you have a lovely Christmas season now that your beautiful room is in order! Well done you two 👏

[@jjfrank]

A mirror on that wall above the sofa will do an excellent job of reflecting light that comes in from that window back out into the room!

[@kristamotta4550]

I vote for painting the side of the door facing the hall the same color as the hall and leaving the side facing the the living room as raw wood

[@olgyone1195]

I wasnt a fan if those shelves but you have transformed them beautifully they now look lovely and suit the room its looking amazing I am a book fan whenever we have moved I never feel at home untill my books are out on display have a lovely cosy Christmas

[@nicholewade8233]

Maddie maybe a mirror over the piano and use the wall above your couch to do a whole bunch of paintings? It's really coming along and looks so good!

[@TheMonkiBrothers]

Love the door how it is, and just love your home such a beautiful traditional English home x

[@jamietritt]

You may have talked about this in a previous video, but have you considered removing the door altogether? I feel like it would make arranging the room easier. In the US our houses have a lot of open doorways without doors, so I guess it could just be what I’m used to. I have loved watching the renovation so far!! ❤️

[@djaneab]

The UK is colder, so not usually a good idea especially in winter , too drafty!

[@NataliaNNS]

@@djaneab I never would’ve though of that, great point!

[@Anna-pd6dc]

@@djaneab plenty of the US gets colder than most of the UK

[@djaneab]

@@Anna-pd6dc Well those areas would know too, to keep the doors…😂

[@Anna-pd6dc]

@@djaneab nope, that's where I'm from, open doorways everywhere except the bedroom are very very common.

[@dierdremarsh7088]

Lovely space you have created with intension for mindful creativity. Love it! Your door looks great! If your needing an uplift…would you use the same finish you used on the floor? Creative minds are in tuned to you guys! ✌️

[@bettyvann5499]

Seal the door and leave natural wood. Love the room!

[@debbebunch9973]

So cozy! Love the green on the bookshelves! And the rug and the tele art.. And, and!! 😊

[@s30123]

You could paint the outside side of the door and leave the side you see from the living room as it is. 😊

[@vickimaiorano5763]

Maybe there is not enough room but why not have sofa facing fireplace and tv with the armchair in front of one bookcase facing back to sofa? At the moment everything is lined up against the walls. Btw, you have done a great job with the Reno 👏

[@Italiana911]

Those smaller chairs will look lovely in your living room Maddie, and the type of style that the house would have originally had. A modern suite is just too much. Loving everything thing that you’ve done. 🤩 xx

[@kdown3660]

A tiffany style table lamp would look amazing on the little gaming table. The whole room came together amazinggggly and I can’t wait to see the new sofas after the New Year!

[@christawarden3824]

Groupings of small paintings work well. Love your living room. Happy Holidays from Virginia.

[@margaretorden7568]

The room looks lovely especially the green bookcases. I totally agree about your mind being too busy to read and I am going to try to make time to read more too.

[@christinelohmann9231]

I am so happy for you to finish this room! I can imagine how excited you must be seeing it come together!

[@amazinggrace4036]

Hello, thank you for sharing your new living room! It’s fabulous! Happy Holidays! 🎄from California, U.S.A.

[@zantomko1780]

You did it Maddie…..sheer determination and grit….#80 grit!❤

[@VickersCreations]

Don't paint the door! Strip all the other doors to match!

[@gillabsolom5940]

Lovely - gonna be very cosy - I really like the Lights. You asked about the door-Maddie - I really like it as it is :) x

[@curleq77]

Maddie, I was so happy to learn you and Jessica are friends! I live her and have really been enjoying her vlogmas too. Maybe one day you two could do a meet up vlog. 😄 The room is looking so lovely! My thoughts on the door would be to paint the hallway side to match and leave the living room side as it is. Also, maybe hold off putting too much int he walls until you get your new furniture.

[@kflecha1]

I love the details 😍 looks cozy ❤️

[@lindagregoire8001]

I love how everything turned out . Have you thought of removing the door? It would give you more space . I love Jessica Rose Williams , you two are my favorite bloggers. Once you get the Christmas tree in place you can fully enjoy Christmas 🎄

[@emilyperry368]

I was thinking the same thing. Removing the door would open the room up a little more and you could put A chair in the corner. Love how the room is coming to gather.

[@mariacasella979]

Love how the room looks-such a good idea that you did the floors now-love the shelf color,the one thing throwing me off is the block of slate over the fireplace it needs something maybe more of it coming up on each side or a shelf so many things you can do but what a difference paint makes,id keep the door all the way open,on the big wall you could do a gallery wall such a big space

[@HooLyKeKyy]

I would put the first small rectangular painting above the piano, I think that would look really nice!

[@sophialeiscleansaway]

I would recommend a mirror in this space it would help to make the room brighter. ☺️

[@hannaivarsson95]

I would paint the door and extend the curtain rodd a little bit more out on the wall so the plush curtains don't take over the beautiful window 😊 the room looks beautiful!

[@anouk.baasdejonge]

I think it would look stunning to paint the door in the same colour as the build in cabinets :)

[@victoriag8009]

I reckon leave the door natural it's so beautiful and fits so well with the aesthetic x

[@elliecbron]

Good call doing the floors. And all those paintings are gorgeous! Inspiring 😇

[@BethGrantDeRoos]

When we sanded our floors we removed the baseboards. Then painted the baseboards and nailed back on, filled the nail holes, then spot painted the area.

[@sandyallen1488]

Art that you absolutely love is what you may wish to hang so taking your time is a good approach. Behind the door, you may wish to hang two smaller paintings with the lamp. The one kind of looks a bit too small alone.

[@wallihaley5194]

I love that rug! It’s beautiful!

[@YvonneBretoniere]

Keep the door as it is,looks lovely.Some tips to calm the mind from all that chatter,sit crossed legs,Sit on the edge of a comfortable cushion not on a chair if you can,light a candle,close your eyes.Lissen to your breath gently in and out tro the nose,and after 5 min open your eyes and gently gaze at the candle/flame,if your mind starts to wonder......bring it back to your breath,Yoga/Meditation it all takes practice and no judgement just sit.Namaste.Living room looks lovely.!!!!

[@lilah5324]

Hi, Paint the door something darker to add some contrast. Love that you let your wood floors have some warmth. ETA: maybe paint the door green to match your shelves.

[@kns_]

Cant wait for a home tour! Omg! Love youuu and Alex together so much! Best couple ever, ma shaa Allah 🌸🌺

[@nymeria8852]

Maybe a smaller carpet would suit the room better? It would also showcase more of your gorgeous floor. It would also make the room seem bigger. Regarding the size of the TV ( previous video), I don’t think it’s too big, but the frame is. I think a more discreet frame ( one of the originals sold by Samsung for exemple) would actually suit the beautiful granite mantel and built-in shelves better. They’re kind of overpowered by the huge golden frame right now. Only my opinion of course. The important thing is that it’s pleasing to you.

[@djaneab]

I love the gold frame, it so lovely!

[@nymeria8852]

@@djaneab It’s pretty but to my eye it makes the TV too big for the space and prevents the shelves and mantle from shining in the room. But that’s just personal aesthetic preferences.

[@djaneab]

@@nymeria8852 Good job it’s not you living there then lol. If I ever visit you (not likely I know) , I’ll let you know things I don’t like in your house, especially after you just bought them 😘x

[@nymeria8852]

@@djaneab Say what?!? Madeleine has always been open to comments and suggestions and she often asks our opinion about things so that she can have more ideas and see if it would suit her or not. I don't know how you could possibly have misconstructed my comments as negative or me not liking what she's done.

[@tinaturner5824]

Your living rooms beautiful, I deffo think a huge mirror over the sofa would look amazing as it will reflect your beautiful window view! Also if leave the inside of the door as it is and maybe just paint the outside? Xxx

[@ellenbooth723]

Crazy suggestion. Can you change the way the door opens so you have more space in that tiny corner?

[@davidthescottishvegan]

Another fantastic video Madeleine. I would paint the door the same colour as the others but you do what suits you. Love 🥰 the video and love 💕❤️ Madeleine & Alex. Keep safe, warm and well.

[@clove4240]

I love the door not painted. Then again we don’t have beautiful oak doors like that in America. If it not being painted in the hall will bug you you could always paint the side that goes to the hall and not the side that’s in the room? I don’t know if that would bug you lol great job on the room looking so beautiful. Merry Christmas from San Diego.

[@marcellejosephine9119]

Your living room is beautiful and gorgeous transformation! ❤️🎄💫

[@nell8170]

I would strip the rest of the doors to match....natural wood looks so much better in an older house.

[@MissMaryLu]

I’m about to move my tiny house bus today, and it was lovely arranging things with you. I can assure you, both of our spaces look great!!

[@Hannahk00]

The Poldark books! What a cute little touch for your Cornwall home. Love 💕

[@nilakshiroy6]

One word : lovely! So far. Waiting for the whole deco.

[@eddieobrien2315]

Really excited to see the new sofa in your living room! The penguin & puffin clothbound classic books would look lovely in your living room :)

[@reikicatz8679]

Wow so cosy💗 i love your library too🥰 have you thought about an oval antique mirror on a chain?🥰

[@marysogni3]

I think leave the door. It is very nice. I'm not even particularly big on wood tone. I mean l like painted wood but that door looks so nice as is 🙂Also, love how the place is coming along.

[@andreathelin4069]

It looks amazing!! I’m getting so much inspiration and a real itch to start up more projects at our 1820’s house!!! ❤️

[@glynnL]

I think I’d prefer natural wood on all the hall doors, even without knowing the condition of the wood underneath, I’d take the plunge. I tend to assume if it’s painted, it’s not good wood or it’s mismatched because why else would you cover up the natural grain. That is certainly not everyone’s opinion, nor why the reason why those doors are probably painted. The room is looking nice and snug. Maybe look for one of those liquor holding globes and make it more like a British pub snug. Or hide the bottles in the top of the piano, I’m pretty sure that’s traditional too ;)

[@templemanning6180]

So lovely, such a inspiration to see everything you're doing. Blessings for a wonderful Christmas with family!

[@KiraHelenRose]

I vote to leave the door wood tone. I would eventually take all the doors back to the wood tone. They look so pretty that way.

[@darlaemberton9349]

Just a thought, could you put the sofa in front of the window, then center the piano on the other wall then put an arm chair on each side of the piano? It'd make a nice feature to see the piano through the window and a pretty feature to see when coming in the room.

[@danielleravitch]

the floor looks amazing!

[@cathylynnpietranton]

Hi Maddie and Alex, yeah the living room is finally done it looks awesome👍👍🌲☃️❤

[@seasidefrolics]

I love the section of the video where you recommended books. If you're doing vlogmas this year could you include book suggestions please

[@jennyjohnson9012]

Oh it looks so lovely and cosy! I love the door as it is.

[@aoie11]

Maybe paint the hall side of the door if you're liking the look of the raw wood, that way it still looks cohesive from the hallway but when you close it it's natural in the living room. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@leslieann364]

Nay on painting the door. Lovely as is.

[@charlottecandlin320]

Yes paint the door white! Will look much more crisp, IMO 😊 and I’d put the armchair at an angle facing the TV, looks strange having the sofas facing each other.

[@maree8470]

Love it ! With the door would you consider removing it? We took our door off when we realised we never closed it,. It has made our smallish room feel more spacious (we have kept the door, if we ever change our minds) :):):)

[@MadeleineOlivia]

We would in an ideal world but we always close to door as it’s right next to the back door so gets very cold!

[@ceahorse56]

What a lovely sweet room, great job kiddos!

[@trudysenglishvictorianhome3244]

Your Livingroom is coming along beautifully!! I have found all my Vintage Paintings at the Thrift Store or I have friends who are in the Vintage Market and they have given some for Free to me or at a lower cost. Just a idea. 😊🎄. Your place is looking very cozy! 🧱🔥🎄🕯️📙📚

[@StellaElan]

Paint the door both sides! Gorgeous space!!

[@laurabechger5859]

Love the room. But why do you put the sofa at that wall? How can you watch tv nicely?

[@athinaforouli]

You look soo tired but your living room is beautiful now!! I like the idea of a mirror above the sofa . It will show the room bigger

[@jere5555]

Leave the door natural, it’s lovely

[@itsmewende]

It's really coming together. I love that fabric you picked for curtains, I'm just as anxious to see those up as you are. I see michele howe said what I was also thinking, you could paint the hall side of the door white. I think it would be nice to use the same stain on the other side as you put on the floor, just a thought. Lastly, vegan Domino's, wish the Domino's here in the states offered that, well the near me doesn't. Hope you guys have a wonderful weekend, from Maryland's eastern shore.

[@pattypan2]

Looking good. I read an awful lot if you have a book you always have a friend. I have collected many lovely bound gold etched books from charity shops for next to nothing if you are after the classical bindings but the contents are often worth reading too.

[@alainajane23]

Your windows look so beautiful!

[@MsUdane]

Love the door as it is! 😍🥰

[@jacquim8907]

Definitely a library room it's very lovely

[@ClaireApril87]

Paint the hall aide white but leave the inside natural, just use masking tape for a neat edge