RENOVATING A RUIN: Enjoying Our Dream Bathroom, Antique Shopping Florence, Interior Decorating Italy

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[@jocelyneboutot5722]

Your son...is just adorable. Always helping. Loves it. What a wonderful boy.

[@sarahchrisp3829]

When will you show his face 👶🏼we're seen every other body part. It would be a wonderful vlog of his early life for you & he to enjoy in years to come. KZbin : LEAW, Sara & Luca, with baby girl Luce is 🌟star of their channel now, while they renovate a villa in Sicilia & revive ancient Olive Grove.

[@CocoB22]

I’m just enjoying this episode so much- laughing because I know exactly how you feel. My husband and I built our home from ground up. The finishing is so hard- but so rewarding. And believe me when your husband enjoys decorating as much as you it is a joy. The rugs will serve you well for a lifetime. It’s a good investment.

[@sherry9088]

I was so ecstatic when you chose the darker bedroom carpet! It compliments the terra cotta floor. The other rugs caused the eye to be somewhat befogged. I am in love with that look! Fabulous taste you both have! ♥

[@pamellasmith2503]

So endearing , to watch your father , giving you a helping hand , with his carpenter expertise , my father did the same for me many years past . I dearly miss my parents, cherish every moment . Watching the baby , with your father was precious . The rooms are gorgeous 💚

[@francescahamilton6856]

Just exquisite. The little one is at that age of looking, watching, touching, copying. I get the impression he is just so in awe of his parents, of his surroundings. Everything is so peaceful, so calm. Very few children have such an upbringing. Lucky little boy ❤❤

[@andreabontempo643]

I love how your bathroom turned out. The window with that view is heaven. I also love the stone in the bathroom. It's all coming together.

[@ehpeachylove]

My dear Kylie this was such a warm , inviting video that put a smile on my face. You sweet boy is getting around very well now and his little voice so precious. The wonder of little ones is such a joy. I’m so happy your parents get to enjoy him at these young years. The bathroom, bedroom are going to be glorious when you get it all decorated. Guido will come around and enjoy it so much too. Thank you for sharing your lives and for all the work you put into your videos. The music is always beautiful. I will look forward to the reveal of these beautiful spaces. I’m glad your mother in law shares in the shopping of beautiful things and you have a lovely relationship with her too.❤❤❤❤❤ It’s so easy for people to post their view points on what looks bad, or what you should do or consider Kylie, but the bottom line is that this is you and Guido’s home and you are doing a fabulous job in bringing what you desire into your space. Look past the comments that mean well but are not so kind in wording at times. It’s so easy to be a critic. I wish you and your family a wonderful week. Your outfit today looks very refreshing. Your dad in the pop was a hoot. Much love to you all. 🥰✨🙏

[@carolehartley1856]

Stunning selections! So glad to hear your mother in law shares your love of interior design. An added blessing! Wonderful episode-can’t wait to see the rug and curtains in place!!

[@cathcarr4823]

I love the renovating a ruin episodes, the sun in the bathroom is just so beautiful, take care Kylie ❤

[@acrossthepond4792]

How beautifully everything is coming together now! Isn't it funny how we can completely change our mind, as you did with the rug and the curtains? I have done it myself. I am so happy your Parents are there and how lovely to see little Gianfranco busying himself in everything. What a little treasure he is.

[@claireboxer6027]

100% you should get the rug. I have the same situation with my husband re renovations... but slowly slowly he is coming round and its super exciting that he's into it now too

[@sinzianaacatrinei1549]

You are living my dream life ❤ I’m always looking forward to your cinematic videos! Much love 🫶🏼

[@KylieFlavell]

Thank you so much. I’m so glad you enjoy them. 🙏🏼

[@RinaValentina]

@@KylieFlavell SAME… I hope you continue making these videos for many more years to come because I adore them especially the renovating a ruin series, and all the cooking & baking parts, and the health & wellness parts… you’re such an inspiration Kylie 🥰

[@karenarbel]

Kylie, everything is luscious, including your decision-making process. I enjoyed hearing your considerations and choices. I love your taste and sense of beauty. There are so many ways to make a space warm, cozy, and lovely for making your most precious memories, and your way does not disappoint. I think the main point, as I see it, is to create the space that brings you and Guido the greatest joy. It is very personal. As usual, though, I love your taste and sensitivity to the finer nuances that make all the difference in the positive energy of your space! Bravissima!!!

[@theelizabethan1]

Thanks for taking us with you through the consignment/pre-used furnishings store!

[@radar2ana]

I think that the idea of a rug in the bathroom, will feel cozy, and sophisticated for a passionate couple❤ Kylie, I thought about something… your living room is elegant, and with a great level character, if you follow the same path, your bedroom will be chic, and elegant as well❤️

[@kim8641]

Lovely!!!!!! I remember the paint color trials! You come a long way!! Enjoy a bath by candlelight ❤

[@Hot-N-AZ]

It took me one year to find the perfect rug for my bedroom. I knew it was the right one as soon as I saw it! Kylie, your home is beautiful! And the views, oh my!

[@mariposa1933]

The baby! 😍 He’s getting so big. Catching up and binge watching right now but I love your life and followed you for a very long time. I hope I run into you on our trip this summer. That would such a blessing. God bless you all Kylie. ❤

[@cassandrathatsme4382]

Absolutely lovely. You have an incredible sense of style. ❤️

[@lorrainehamilton-box2810]

This was a great episode- can't wait to see the next one! It's amazing when you visit the second hand and antique places. You can see how much you enjoy it 😊👌

[@phyllisgehringer5445]

Love those tiles by your sink ❤

[@polyglot.basketer947]

Just magical!...I was so blown away when I watched this video, I totally understand how you feel...not sure I could have chosen, it's a "confusion of abundance"...so whatever you bought is a beauty ...

[@spoonbeats9644]

Love your bathroom. Brava ! You should take the green fabric and make curtains for your office. That’s your space and it brings you so much joy.

[@MW-he4cp]

Kylie, you can look up Iron Orchid designs. They sell moulds etc to decorate your own furniture. You could make that wardrobe look fabulous and vintage, combining your skills and their moulds.

[@jenng.7939]

Kylie, that rug! IMO, it's perfect. It gives you a balance of darker and lighter backgrounds. It has that gorgeous blue that ties into the chandelier, as well as the green. And to cap it off, the shape of the pattern mimics the arabesque-like shapes in the bed frame! It will look lovely against the white bed linens. I agree with the choice of solid curtains and it will be easier to find a trim that complements the rug. Of course, you can trim all the edges, but I think adding a wide brocade trim just across the bottom will give you that luxurious feel you're looking for💙. Can't wait to see it all come together!

[@carolequesnel9783]

There is a rustic, luxury feel about your space, it is all coming together and looking fabulous !!!

[@sheldonhamm4904]

wow wow wow that old pictures of the furnitcher thats what you need in your house to make it look from way back in time just love it

[@kimberlys.t.7206]

Kylie you speaking my language 😊 love the antique wardrobes. They’re quite beautiful. You sound like me I put everything into making my space romantic. Took me months to find the right rug. I enjoyed thanks for posting.

[@debbieadkins2803]

I remember when you guys first started your renovations and I have been so excited to see everything ! I love all the things you have done , the new bathroom is a dream, I love the color, you decorated it so beautiful! The sink looks so pretty! I can’t wait to see the bedroom next week!

[@ingridnh1]

The bathroom looks so beautiful, quaint and calming! Loving the color and texture inspo for the bedroom. The fabric you chose is really beautiful! I think a lovely rug in the bedroom will be a wonderful addition to create this perfect oasis of calm and relaxation. That rug you chose is absolutely gorgeous!! ❤ I personally love the elegant look that older furniture adds to a room! ❤

[@deebowker768]

Kylie, the rug is STUNNING! ❤

[@KylieFlavell]

Oh glad you agree! 🥰

[@joecutro7318]

Looking beautiful, Kylie! Well-deserved excitement and lovely design chouces! ❤ Brava!

[@rebeccaaraoz3838]

You lucky girl! The view is incredible ❤ There is nothing more satisfying knowing you get to now enjoy what you’ve worked so hard to create. I love how you realized the colors weren’t working and quickly changed course. Love the rug! 👌🏻

[@cyndiamontgomery6524]

I’m in love with your new bathroom! It’s so good to see it all finished and how much you’re enjoying it. The bedroom is coming along beautifully. As you showed each rug, I was saying “no”, until that last one which you ended up buying. The dark tones really complement every detail so far. I do like the green embroidered fabric very much, but it seems more of an upholstery fabric than one for draperies. I’m looking forward to seeing the rest as it comes along.

[@BP-nn7tq]

Dear Kylie, and all who reads this: sometimes it could be annoying that your beloved husband might be so opinionated but it is truly a blessing in a way that he is so involved and cares about the decor and the overall aesthetic of the room 😅 too much of anything is a problem but I rather have him be part of the process than you having to do everything alone and not being appreciated for the time an effort that it takes to make the house a family home. I’m enjoying these past episodes a lot since I came back from my YT seasonal break 😊❤

[@tinamcivor2996]

Your home is filled with beauty! The last rug is elegant, suits the space, and will retain its value. You could dress the windows and bed in only white muslin and it would still be beautiful. A drapery fabric may come into your life in future.

[@seaview9948]

It’s truly looking beautiful Kylie ! Just a joy to see it coming together

[@QueeneoftheDeer]

I have been watching your videos for several years now. Everything you do is just beautiful. I am loving your completed bathroom. Use it in good health!

[@marianikolova264]

So nice ,Kylie 🥰It is a real pleasure watching you!

[@cherylreid9165]

The jug of flowers look great on the shelf next to the towels. It also allows the jug to shine, rather than compete with your fabulous red tiles.

[@pamrauhuff2375]

Just "enjoy your new space for you", it is worth all the work and expense for yourself if no one else appreciates it or not. We will appreciate your hard work from through your lens, your smile and the twinkle in your eyes. I appreciate you saying that you spent time with your mother-in love as well as your parents. I was raised with so much time spent with my grandparents, "Oh the love and richness of wisdom" that was woven into the tapestry of my life. Enjoy your time with them, my grandparents and parents have passed way to young and oh I miss them. Time passes very fast dear Kylie! Your spaces are coming together beautifly, thank you for sharing. Hug and kiss your precious little boy, we love you Kylie and family.

[@KylieFlavell]

What a heartwarming comment. Thank you so much. 🤗

[@NatalH859]

It’s looking fabulous. Your Father is really great doing the different jobs well done him . Look forward to next time.❤

[@estelacavalcanti8750]

The dream bathroom and bedroom! Just so so lovely! Really happy for you, Kylie!!

[@marinadean5706]

OMG, I want to be in Tuscany more than ever these days. Here in Wisconsin, after our snow event, it's finally getting up to 0°C and ever so slightly above. This feels like a heatwave Wisconsin style. I hate snow. I don't know what I'm doing here. S.A.D. syndrome kicking my butt. Here, I cringe when they call things from the 80's vintage. The 80's!!! I would so love to go to antique shops in Tuscany. What treasures must be there. All those fabrics are so adorable. Blue toile is my favorite. I could decorate everything in blue and white. Instead of one big rug several runners around the bed would also be an option. I personally liked the first rug the most. Blue and gold and cream, how lovely. I also love the baskets idea. I love to organize things. It must be the German in me. All in all, I adore your home and I adore your family. Alla prossima❤

[@Louisefenner]

Come on Guido! Keep your wife happy and embrace the changes. 😊

[@annbrosnan8586]

Seeing that sunshine and open windows was lovely. It is frosty here in the UK but at least it is not raining. I so love your artistic flair Kylie. As someone who is not visual, to hear your thought process on the rugs and curtains was fascinating. Your dad is amazing and wishing him a very happy birthday for next week. Very excited to see the finished bedroom and Guido finally agreeing to move all his stuff into the bathroom as well!

[@suesmith4289]

Absolutely brilliant video, so wonderfully tasteful, thank you for showing a little of your life and home.😀

[@22suezann]

Kylie- that yellow vase and white flowers are GORGEOUS

[@brislingerland3742]

You looked soooo happy and full of energy. Your father is hilarious with the kayak in the swimming pool. Count your blessings Kylie. Big hugs from the Netherlands. Brigitte 🌷

[@romeevanderlaan9123]

What a beautiful light and serene space! I'm so happy to see what it's becoming after all this time and work. May you enjoy it fully! 💕

[@katymerk1750]

One of my favorite interior designers, the late Robert Kime, said to start a room with the rug. An amazing rug grounds the room and sets the tone. Well done investing in the one that you love and that works in the space. You'll never regret it!

[@coffeethencreate4353]

My dream bathroom! Obsessed with how you choose to decorate and design everything in your beautiful home! Your videos bring me so much peace and serenity in this busy season of my life, thank you for all the effort you put into your art form :) Sending much love to you and your wonderful family ❤

[@laureneharrison8897]

Yes, that rug is perfection!!! 🙌🏻❤ It’s all coming together beautifully.

[@dawndawn6946]

That bath is so luxurious to me! The light, all the materials you used, and the view are such a lovely setting. Well done!💖

[@Kate_equestrian_life]

The House of Scalamandré have a wonderful range of fabrics in different colour ways called Marly. It has the feel of the tapestry you’re after for curtains.

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

I especially loved your outfit this week Kylie! I never thought of myself as stubborn, but I will not buy anything ' that will do', I wait years to find something that sings to my soul. So 'good for you' for waiting, deliberating, trying before buying and compromising until you are both delighted with 'stuff'. I love it!🥳🥰

[@ladykfirst]

That yellow water/flower pot against the red tile in your bathroom is soooo beautiful

[@kristyrowe9221]

The rug is grand and royal. Love it!

[@CupcakeCottage]

Yes! If you absolutely love it, you will never get tired of it and you wouldn’t have wasted your money.

[@kathyboudreau-henry1717]

I am dying over how gorgeous the red tiles are.

[@maryellenwalz7415]

Enjoy the process of decorating!

[@kdclothes]

I am so happy to see your bedroom and bathroom almost finished. Fabulous. I enjoyed the trip today.

[@mollyz2528]

It's been so long since I watched an episode on my laptop, as I'm always watching via a smart TV and it's never easy to comment right away but taking advantage of it now! I just love the beauty, care and thoughtfulness of your videos. I have just moved back to Italy myself and for the first time ever, I am in a (mostly) unfurnished apartment - so I now feel like I am renovating my own "ruin" or atleast decorating it & slowly but surely I hope to make it feel like a home. Thank you for your dedication to this channel. It brings me joy every week. When I was back in Canada over this past year , every time I watched a video , it kept the Italian flame inside me alive and it feels so good to be back. (ps. just a side note that Ive always meant to say how much I love when your hair is left naturally curly!) 💗

[@elenitheodorou501]

Falling in love with the wrong fabric is the story of my life haha. I always love things that don't fit.

[@girlygirl0053]

Oh my goodness love your mood board for your bedroom, absolutely beautiful!!

[@beverleydowning3790]

That rug is everything, can't wait to see the curtains. Thank you for sharing your design process Im so excited for the next episode

[@conniechandler694]

Your final rug choice is beautiful and perfect. It is an investment that you'd be able to pass down to a child if you wanted to. The bathroom turned out beautiful and serene.

[@shannonbailey8201]

So enjoyable shopping for a room. It’s hard to make decision when so many patterns are lovely. But you will get it right in the end.

[@beverleyroberts1025]

Kylie, your home is so beautiful. I'm just like you, I appreciate and love beautiful things. Especially something old and rustic. Your bathroom is the most beautiful bathroom I've ever seen, those beautiful views, every morning you have that to look forward to. x 🏞🌻🌷☀️

[@jamieloom22]

Can't wait for you to move into the master suite. The color of the sky outside your windows is astonishing.

[@johannabaumgartner]

Hi Kylie, the fabric you are looking for for the curtains of the bedroom would be „Marly“ in shade green by Scalamandré….unfortunately it is quite expensive. But look it up, you are going to LOVE it!

[@kaydvo3189]

Kylie, looove the bathroom! Please loose the cubby hole curtains though, they don't go with the rest of the aesthetic of the bathroom. You can replace them with baskets that will go with your laundry baskets. ❤ Much love!

[@cherylfluege3345]

I loved your dramatic and romantic mood board ideas for your master bedroom. I would suggest you use a combination of a distressed paint(the one from the wall edges) as a finish on the borders of the cupboard doors and drawers in combination with an Italian vintage wallpaper on the inside panels of the outside doors and drawers and even inside of the cupboard. It will make the cupboards look less modern and set the scene of the mood you’re after. Another idea could be to use a fabric complimenting the curtains instead of wallpaper. The fabrics and rugs also act as sound absorbers and really vamp up the home sweet home feel. I’m sure one day you will find a beautiful old tapestry to hang behind your bed. Happy decorating and thanks always for your wonderful video’s. 🙋🏼‍♀️🇨🇭❤️

[@BarbaraChapmanFrenchEthereal]

Oh! And looking at the photos you had of rooms for your mood board... Nothing can compare with the character of old peeling buildings for adding that je ne sais quoi vibe!!! Drooling... 😆 Okay, so watching further into your video... Don't cut down the curtain rods! We have some that are too short and it looks weird when they aren't long. Like several other folks have mentioned below, you may want to stack the curtains off onto the walls. You won't have that ability if you cut the rods shorter. 💖I've had colored towels over the years and yep! coming to the conclusion that white toweling is just classic and beautiful!! Love how the wood shelves turned out!! And the woven baskets just add their texture to the whole orchestra which is your light-filled bathroom. Love that your father always creates beautiful furniture for you!! Even a little towel holder is a thing of beauty! Alla prossima!!

[@nancychestnut8928]

Finally! You've created a serene, calming and gorgeous space. You had a vision and now it's yours to enjoy. Now take your adorable son and take a nap! You've earned it. Enjoy. By the way, can't go wrong with that view.

[@ethankaufmanmusic8644]

it's all so beautiful!!!

[@erikpannemans2865]

Ahh the real Italian lifestyle, so relaxing to see. Fabulous Video but please send some sun towards Belgium. Have a great weekend.😉☀️

[@sabinehaberlein4504]

The bathroom is absolutely beautiful ! But the star of the show is that view... 🌿🪴🌾

[@tara7550]

Your bathroom looks straight of a beautiful rustic hotel that you just love going to. Love the vibe . Its a bummer your hubby is not a big fan of getting in and helping you to do the diy stuff of his old family estate as it can be a wonderful bonding experience. Thank heavens your parents are practical and hands and don't mind doing such stuff after travelling from Australia, you could otherwise be waiting until your old and grey to get things sorted. You'll have to make a plague in your parents honour for their practical and hands on contribution to renovating the old estate as your parents are incredible hands, especially your dad. The furniture he has build has be wonderful and a family heirloom of memories. My husband is similar in his lack of hands on approach to diy, and its frustrating but he is very handy with all the electronic side of things. Keep up the great work. Your son is going to inherit a beautifully restored and inviting home one day, but not before you get to sit back and soak in the incredible achievement of restoring a forgotten estate while grappling with the challenging task of encouraging a husband who clearly struggles with change and would prefer the the less fiddly side of things like antique shopping to putting curtain rails up. Judging from your son's heart warming approach to pitching in , he is definitely taking after his granddad.

[@ValeriaVincentSancisi]

The rug is beautiful. light rugs over the years develop traffic patterns...and your rug has a cream background in some of the patterns... for the curtains I do think natural fiber 'sheers' ( I do love open weave casement fabrics!) under a heavier textile makes the room glow...make them easy to pull back.... :) I have some Santa maria Novella sachets.. the first pharmacy !

[@Natalie-td2mq]

Aw thanks Kylie , love your energy and beautiful videos , I've been to Florence and lake Como a few times the last few years , stunning ! I'd love more healthy cooking videos if you ever feel inspired to do that ! Xx

[@fionamcleod9800]

Get the rug Kylie, if it makes you happy..you deserve better than anyone…you work so hard …its time to reward yourselves😊

[@paulinenewton8657]

I have always loved your d sign sensibility - all the beautiful shots and today I was as just feeling Yes! Y s ! Yes! To everything. I feel bad h same about spaces, LIGHT, simplicity combined with detail, white bed linen, Ortigia products .. so your enthusiasm was infectious!

[@k.johnson1256]

Eeee! Thank you so much for showing the shops, it was so, so fun! I am a fabric and textile nut so this was an extra fun episode for me. I wanted to buy every single toile and brocade. :) I'm so happy for you to have your bathroom finished! We only finished most of our building and renovations in October, so I totally understand. (When we first purchased our little Greek house we had to go outside to go to the separate bathroom- not so quaint in the rain, LOL!)

[@elizabethmalone6379]

Beautiful shirt and trousers.. also loved the suits you wore around xmas, tapestry looking material.

[@LSarah36]

I've just found your channel and love it . This is how I imagine my dream house with my husband and future babies. You have a new Subscriber!💕💕

[@megcreates2.0]

The black box with the lid that opened was an old “toilet” hole cover! It looks exactly like what they had in The Game of Thrones and any shows from the 1920’s-1930’s 😊

[@AudreyORourke-e1u]

The carpet you ended up buying is gorgeous so rich looking. I lived in Iran many years ago and I went through a similar situation we too were able to take the rugs home put them on the floors and live with them for a week or so it was such fun deciding so many beauties

[@Heather.C.ButterflySage]

Everything is so beautiful! What fun to follow along. 🕊✨

[@BP-nn7tq]

Also, the rug is lovely and you can always borrow colors from it to change a little bit for for the seasons with the bedding and cushions.

[@jolenehostetler3247]

I think I like the flowers on the shelf much better and I didn’t used to know the decor idea of dressing the walls and not the windows…keep up all the hard work!

[@sarahfriend5357]

I love the blue rug you chose. It's perfect. At 13:00 you show a fabric that could work for your curtains. Play with more textures now that you have your base (the rug). Pull your tones from the rug. Tones and textures and build layers.

[@lovelifementoring5399]

The bathroom looks absolutely exquisite ❤ you are so creative and I just love your passion. I want a rug and I wish I could purchase one of these. I know that feeling of falling in love with something that just warms your heart and creates so much joy. ❤

[@melissawilliams2969]

I think it’s good to have some dark tones to go with your ceiling and floor. I’m sure that rug will look amazing. Love your inspiration photos. You have a good eye for design.

[@lyndaandrian7204]

Omg , that rug is stunning.

[@jentaly]

And Montalcino 564 have some great fabrics. Quite boutique - so I think the colour palette compliments your taste.

[@hollyssimplelife1634]

That rug! So beautiful since the room is so big.

[@phyllisgehringer5445]

The fabric will look terrific in your bathroom

[@natasha1369]

For the front of the armoire you could put a wallpaper. Just a subtle damask would be beautiful in shades of creams. It would take them from modern looking to quaint and romantic. Only in the squares of the doors and drawers.

[@pamscarr8696]

Your outfit is wonderful!

[@darladressler]

you have the best dad, he is SO helpful and so handy :-)