ENTRYWAY & LIVING ROOM MAKEOVER *Moody French Provincial* | XO, MaCenna

[@XOMaCenna]

WOW I hope you're ready for a cozy, nighttime upload! I'm so proud of how this room came together and it really is an example of the design direction for our entire home! I hope you guys enjoy it as much as I do! Love you guys! XO

[@emmer54321]

Netflix shows are gonna have to WAIT tonight!

[@leeannekilgore9477]

That house has been waiting on you. You’ve done a fabulous job. ❤

[@LisaAdams.75]

Ahhh…. Yes! I just finished your podcast now I get to watch your main channel. I have no life, it’s true, but oh so worth it!

[@BThirstyPretzel]

Just in time for my night time routine. The makeover turned out so beautiful

[@ex84921]

i clicked this so fast! "uploaded 7 seconds ago" ..the space looks incredible Macenna you never cease to amaze me!

[@jjfrank]

I just know that MaCenna was working so hard today to get this long video up for us on time! Thank you so much, MaCenna, we appreciate you!

[@XOMaCenna]

sooo hard 😭 you know sometimes there is just not enough time in the day

[@TamarLitvot]

@@XOMaCenna My only problem is you make it look easy in these renovation videos. I know cutting those angles for that wall must have taken so much time and careful calculation. Everything fits perfectly!

[@k1mst3r]

MaCenna MUST get her on tv show!!!

[@beverlysearles61]

This room turned out gorgeous!! Your designs and talents just amaze me! ❤

[@mmmieke3853]

Oh where are those dark jeans from? So nice!.

[@deniseraley4204]

OMG......your puppy bringing you her/his toy, was ADORABLE!!!!!

[@iaminteriorsbyanamatiz]

Lovely as always! I’m an Interior Designer, and I have a couple of suggestions…1) put a mirror above the fireplace opposite of the bay window to bounce light around the room and to break up all of the art; and 2) add a vintage. Brass candle wall sconce on your wall next to the stairs.

[@Mel-tw6qv]

love

[@Stephanie-dw6lj]

I was thinking the same thing. It would look very nice

[@caitlinocallaghan4349]

totally agree! mirror above the entry way table could work as well

[@PearlineYocum1]

Happy Birthday! The room looks great.

[@lydiameece5284]

Wow! The room turned out beautiful! I wouldn't expect anything less from you. MaCenna, you are so talented. Thanks for all the videos. I look forward to each one.

[@belindapace90]

The wall panels and the stair details you added took that room to another level of perfection. It really does feel like that French storybook cottage vibe you so wanted. Just beautiful.

[@CaseyHolmesVlogs91]

I am DROOLING over your frame/picture collection!! So gorgeous

[@KristenMcGowan]

Oh my goodness the coziest room to walk into!! LOVE the wall detail it’s perfection! 👏🏼

[@robinhoward4204]

Couldn't have said it better!

[@sierrareyelts1481]

It's so cool!

[@ChaoticPeace357]

yes it is awesome and her frame collection and pictures/gallery wall is just incredible

[@pamwright5126]

Beautifully done ❤

[@bumblebee_ms]

@Kristen - Have you guys been to each other's houses?

[@ems0up]

MaCenna you are sooo close to a million!!! Sooo stoked to have been with you since the beginning, soo so proud of everything you've accomplished. Thank you for sharing your journey and life with us! Your content is such a wholesome, pleasant part of the internet and it brings a big smile to my face when I see you've uploaded! This living room makeover is EVERYTHING!!! and I feel SO invested because we saw you pick out most, if not all the pieces, and seeing you style it to come around full circle is incredible. Ugh, fave content creator by far, seriously.

[@XOMaCenna]

wow thank you so so much that means the world to me!

[@brendanbang6636]

This room is everything.. you can really see your styling and experience in pulling this together. Phenomenal. You and Drew are such a delight and hard working KZbinr. The stair wall treatment.. perfect! Congratulations to coming close to that gold plague 👍🥂

[@idanad.]

I agree❤🎉

[@user-wb3pe3ee2e]

I have to honestly say I am speechless. Where to start? I know you worked so hard on this room (as you do with every project). Do I comment on your construction skills, your attention to detail or the editing of this video? OMG woman!!!! You knocked this out of the park!! The room feels like this is what the house is supposed to look and feel like. Thank you for sharing this journey with us!

[@conniemorgan8402]

I would love to see Romeo’s reaction’s when first seeing your rooms pulled together ..

[@kennedyleeallen]

INCREDIBLE! The gallery wall 😭 The board and batten 😭 The chairs 😭 The cord covers 😭 Just. EVERYTHING. Beautiful job, mama ❤

[@XOMaCenna]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@cassandragoss3041]

you should have your mom drop a collection of art that’s just art that you wanted her to paint for you! and call it the MACENNA COLLECTION ❤

[@saracole7799]

From a room that was a corridor to other rooms to a warm, cosy and inviting room, where people will hopefully stop to take in all the features that you have added to the room. This room was initially lost, but you have given it a second chance to enthral any guest that enters your home. What a fabulous transformation!!!!! The colours, textures and decor work to balance and complement each other.

[@XOMaCenna]

Thank you so much!!! 💕

[@lindakessler7586]

What you did to the stairway and that wall added an architectural element that amazingly added to the quality look of the house. Great idea no matter how tedious it was, it was definitely worth the effort.

[@nancydroge7682]

Never, have I seen a more beautiful transformation! Never, have I seen a person with MaCenna’s personality, talent, wisdom, determination & perseverance! Never, have I been so excited & honored to watch a process! Never, have I been so grateful! My jaw dropped & I welled up during the completed stair-case reveal as it unexpectedly bore resemblance to the staircase in my childhood home. What a journey we are all on here! Never, have I found this joy… on utube! ~Thank you, MaCenna & Assistant, Kinsley~ 🏡🍯🏡

[@babimari6966]

beautifully written, I agree❤

[@xiomiminer]

I absolutely agree and congratulate both on such an amazing accomplishment,as is your homes,and family.

[@choctaw5050]

Exactly what Nancy said! What a thrill you are, MaCenna. Wonderful work.

[@XOMaCenna]

Wow thank you so much! Your comment means to world to me!

[@cindym6065]

As lovely as everything in your room turned out, my favorite part of the room was Kinsley with her paper roll tube. Nothing can compete with Kinsley.

[@evawohl2572]

Kinsley & McCenna look sooooooooooo happy!!!

[@TinaStupa]

When backing a painting, etc with brown Kraft paper, cut the size, glue down the edges, sprinkle with water droplets then hold a steam iron over it and it will pull the paper taught and wrinkles will disappear. I learned this years ago and gives your craft projects and paintings a professional finish. I love that rug and am glad you're using it. Also, you have not said anything about the living room window. I bet you could DIY a window seat that Kinsley would love to sit on and look out the window.

[@juliecarpenter6133]

This is absolutely beautiful, MaCenna! I completely agree with Romeo that the stair wall looks like it has always been there - amazing job! And, perfect little Kinsley perched on the sofa arm for the opening shot of the reveal is just the sweetest. 🥰

[@helenbenicaso7978]

So pretty, creative, and you are so handy with tools! The doggie is so sweet...give him a pet once in a while...he loves you so:)

[@gidgetgetscrafty]

I'd love to see the previous homeowners' reaction to all the architectural detail you've added to the stair wall, the arches, and the beams. You have such an eye for those details. Most of us wouldn't think to make those changes, but they really do make the room to give it character.

[@jmk1962]

Yes, I wondering they are watching.

[@sarabarrier2776]

Those stair step brackets are AWESOME! Change the whole stairway! 👍❤

[@XOMaCenna]

rightttttt!!!!!

[@Midwesternmisfit]

Macenna in her happy place 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻 beautiful design!!!!!!

[@AuroraSterre]

Woah Macenna, you have once again transformed a room I didn't even think needed transforming. You are formiddable! Thankyou for inspiring us

[@XOMaCenna]

Aww thank youuuu

[@Junes.dreams.uk_]

This content is becoming so good! Visually and in every way! You should have your own Netflix show!

[@annabraziel6736]

A mirror above the fireplace would be so lovely

[@dawnwesterbeck346]

I really hope you don't stress about when your videos come out because I know your integrity and it will come out when it's actually ready. And we are so blessed to have such artistry in a video today. Thank you, so beautiful.

[@jeanieyates2912]

Kinsey was so excited to see what was in the box. She was trying to find a way to see. She loves you so much. She is adorable. Great video. You are so talented.

[@XOMaCenna]

She’s so curious and fun I love herrrr 🥹

[@AcornHillHomestead]

Im so glad to see real artwork coming back in style.

[@cathypunter3996]

Love all your art! My MIL was an artist so when she framed her work she adhered the craft/brown paper to the frame with craft glue then lightly dampened the paper with a wet sponge. When it dries the paper shrinks and will be wrinkle free 😊

[@gemmasee1]

My goodness! This was a video that just kept giving! The placement for Kinsley in the gallery wall will be perfect! The stacked art above the entry table brought out the height of that wall so beautifully. The new chairs are absolutely stunning in the space! They look curated and welcoming. And THEN that wall!!!.... Oh my Lanta! Romeo is so correct! It looks so professional and fits the feel of the home so beautifully! And, MaCenna, I can't imagine how much time you must put into filming and editing but the music, the angles, the up close shots, and Kinsley moments... All your efforts truly make a video that I can't stop watching! 🩵

[@mnichols180]

@gemmapetersen4027 Exactly! great comment!! Bravo, MaCenna!!

[@XOMaCenna]

Thank you so so so much! That means the world to me 💕

[@sparklingdreams6344]

She's is multifaceted and knows what is good artistically! Not many people have this eye for detail and can see beauty!

[@Jenna1814]

I am so in love with how your baby watches over you while you sew as if to say, "What are you doing mom?" Too Cute 🥰

[@jamiehudson4894]

OH. MY. GOD. MACENNA. This is hands down my favorite makeover you have ever done. It looks like it is straight out of a magazine. I’m moving into a new apartment and I want my bedroom to look just like this

[@christiehudnall2429]

The room looks beautiful :) How about the possibility of an ornate mirror between the lamps? Help reflect more light into the room when you need it! Just a thought :)

[@veronicasalazar-garcia5299]

Agreed. And would be a great spot for a last look at yourself before leaving the house.

[@jenniferfriesen7691]

Or above the fireplace to reflect light back into the room and with a few candles to reflect moodier light at night.

[@Cherrysmith2809]

I love watching Kinsley. That little cutie is so engaged and entertained by all your activities.

[@emerald637]

Well done, MaCenna. Your California home (as well as your Texas cottage) is coming along quite beautifully. Your talent and intuitive senses are exceptional!

[@cindy2252]

Excuse me while I pick my jaw up off the floor. This room is my favorite room of all your designs. That stairwell wall is perfection. Amazing job MaCenna! ❤❤

[@XOMaCenna]

Awww haha thank you so much!

[@jenniferfriesen7691]

I adore your gallery wall. For my last birthday (50!) my husband started a gallery wall for me with several pieces from my favorite artist, Anne Burkholder. Having one of her pieces was a bucket list item for me. Having a gallery of her work is a dream come true. He did so well! Varied pieces with complimentary framing but not match-matchy.

[@ih458]

Nighttime MaCenna??? I am living for this! Time to get cozy!

[@hahna77]

I have never used a protractor in my adult life, and I am so glad to finally discover an actual use for them, lol. You are forever teaching me something new, which is a big reason why your channel is so valuable. Best wishes on the big 1 mil. Any day now!

[@virginiasoskin9082]

My faves: dark fireplace and beams, step brackets, gridded slats on the stairs wall, assorted golden frames.

[@jenniferclyde8911]

That stairwell wall is really gorgeous! You added just the right amount of texture, and the door arches look SO good.

[@LisaAdams.75]

You have elevated the look of your home 110% and made it look so effortless, even though I know it was hard going on your body.

[@cathyfudala7573]

The blue candles are the cherry on top!

[@xxnattxx93]

This looks STUNNING🤩🤩🤩, Amazing job you’ve definitely achieved your goal of the “better dressed sister (but on a budget)” you’d never know this was a diy and not a professionals work

[@XOMaCenna]

thank youuuuuuuuu

[@pokemonas1000]

I think she is a professional by now 🥰

[@erinmoore9681]

Not sure about your local codes, but in Illinois, the combustible material covering electrical wiring is non compliant with code. The wires are insulated, but in the event the insulation is compromised, the fabric can start a fire. So I’d recommend checking your local code to double check the requirements.

[@laurisims-alaimo3491]

Happy Birthday! Makes sense that you are a Cancer. Every Cancer I know is a nester. They love to make their home warm and cozy. 🎉❤

[@sophiam3923]

I was amazed on how things turned out. 😍😍 In the beginning I thought that the stairs didn’t need anything to be done. Now when I see how it turned out I think you were right to make them more beautiful. The whole area became FANTASTIC !

[@verylikecheryl]

You know it’s a beautiful makeover when you have seen it from all angles in the reveal but you still want to look at it some more.

[@randimonaghan4058]

If you lightly spritz the paper on the back of your artwork with water, the paper will shrink as it dries, tighten the back & the wrinkles will disappear. Your home looks lovely. ❤

[@diannebernau3293]

This room has gone from a plain blank canvas to a beautifully decorated salon. The architectural details are so simple yet perfect. Thank you, MaCenna, for sharing your skills and talent with us. Kinsley is the most curious little thing - always checking out everything. Wishing you many happy returns for your birthday, MaCenna. I hope you have a wonderful day. With love and best wishes from Down Under 😘💕🎂🎈🎁💐🍾🥳🇦🇺.

[@noemigonzalez449]

What a gorgeous room! It’s so refreshing to see a different style than all the other vloggers/influencers with their overly white or overly beige rooms. This moody room is EVERYTHING 🖤 BRAVO MACENNA 👏🏼

[@XOMaCenna]

Thank you so much!!

[@cheekyllamacreations]

I agree!! 👍🏼

[@moniquekoningstein1877]

Holy cow. That looks like a challenging room to design. The doorways position of the stairs, hard to create a sense of balance! But you did it so elegantly.

[@usherlover1984]

Your ability to come up with an idea, execute, and not stop halfway cause the progress doesn't look like the final product is amazing! I was so unsure about the detail on the stairwall as you were creating it, but WOW! It looks so good!!

[@XOMaCenna]

I’ve definitely learned that I have to trust the process💕

[@sabrina.may99]

I really can't see this room becoming a future dining room now! Definitely love the formal living room vibes

[@TheBeautifulTruthh]

so proud of all your hard work macenna! give yourself grace & take the time when you need it. so happy you’ve been listening to your mind, body, and soul so earnestly and slowing down when you need to.

[@XOMaCenna]

thank you so much!

[@kellyparker1444]

I can’t tell you how many times you start explaining an idea and I start to think, no, I don’t like that. Then halfway through, I’m like, oh, now I get it. This looks incredible. Straight out of a magazine ❤

[@kimberlysusie701]

Yes, that's it! So cozy with a European flair!

[@kelleyworsham9187]

Staying up past my bedtime for this beautiful living room reveal. Well worth it. Well done.

[@agiabone2000]

MA👏🏼CEN👏🏼NA👏🏼 you absolutely outdid yourself with this space!!! The gallery wall, the textured trim work, that DARK FIREPLACE 😭😭 that before and after got me so choked up, the mood, the cozy, the vibe is so beautiful. Such a fresh yet still ✨macenna✨look that is so cool to see! Cant wait to see how your style evolves with this new home 🫶🏼

[@XOMaCenna]

Thank you so so much!❤❤❤

[@taniasanchez1861]

that before and after was Glorious!

[@LindaRodriguez-m4x]

I LOVEEEEEEEEEE how you did no major construction yet the impact of this transformation was spectacular! Love all your videos and work 🙂

[@pedroescobar1165]

So worth the wait, the transformation was insane. Really blows my mind what you can do with a blank space. So cozy and homey

[@XOMaCenna]

thank you so so much!

[@donnarichardson2420]

Your house is beautiful and I enjoy watching you bring it to life. But please… pay attention to that precious little one wanting your attention. So cute!

[@michellekanash5731]

I think Kinsley's picture is perfect as is ❤ It's an original the way the artist painted it. I couldn't imagine altering other famous paintings, they often represent the artist's collections at a certain time/stage in their painting. Imagine altering the brightness of Van Gogh's Sunflowers 🤔The blue tone is a pop of the unexpected in that beautiful grouping. It also plays off the sky tones in the landscapes and the hints of blue in the florals. The coloring may not match your current "theme" but it looks beautiful amongst the rest of your lovely art. What a treasure to have such a gifted artist in the family❤ The room is perfectly you!

[@letitrejo9332]

MaCEnna I truly was looking forward to watching your video today. I know you work super hard to make all these videos for us to enjoy. Your creativity, craftsmanship and dedication to your channel are so inspiring. Take time to really rest. We will understand and respect your time off. Wishing you a joyful, magical and restful Birthday. 🎉🎉🎉

[@beckyphipps4825]

I LOVE KINSLEY ON THE GALLERY WALL! Makes it not too matchy matchy, and sooo sentimental. Pulls your eye around all the paintings. Of course it’s your home and you decide, but I thought she looked GREAT!!!

[@QueenChatty1]

You knocked this room outta the park MaCenna! I love everything you have done.

[@bebe3906]

I love your style, soooo much!

[@denises9426]

The attention to detail is truly what makes her projects that much more elevated, more WOW. Stunning MaCenna. Just gorgeous! 🥰❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@Jennifer.Greene]

I love how you made it so cozy! And the stairwell trim shows those of us who live in boring builder grade houses how we can bring some charm in!

[@julialarkin7716]

Looks so amazing. I love your style. Just a thought. If you switch the light bulbs in your lamps to frosted bulbs you won’t have the shadows above. 😉🙃😊❤️

[@Madijo70]

That was my thought too.

[@Mo-en9oh]

Just beautiful! Every part of the room says MaCenna lives here which is what you want your home to say. I hope this space will welcome you and Romeo❤❤ for many years.

[@terrirouleau4758]

Your home needs to be in a magazine 😍Your styling is brilliant ❤️🇨🇦

[@ivytabiola2935]

The energy of the room. Love the flow of it. Every bits and pieces are carefully planned and collected.

[@OICUR12]

You have the BEST little assistant! I could just gobble that baby up! And, your home is beautiful!

[@zoebeadman4810]

My husband and I watch all your videos and just continually say “she doesn’t miss” This room is stunning, so inspiring and you somehow made a character home feel even more authentic and comfortable and welcoming. Amazing! Thank you for inspiring us to improve our home!

[@XOMaCenna]

awww wow thank you so much! that means a lot!

[@Kujawa_Powa]

So proud of you for getting it up today! Cant wait to watch- get some rest girlie!

[@lindaschwartz5836]

I actually like the darker picture over the fireplace because the dark tones in it mimic the fireplace...plus, the other picture was my favorite feature in your bedroom. It worked so beautifully in there.

[@KelpLorax]

Your makeovers are always so pretty, I love that you're able to do it all yourself. Keep up the good work.

[@XOMaCenna]

thank you so much!

[@maaamiii6918]

MaCenna, your embellishment projects just blow me away! Such skills. Inspiring! This room is so so cozy and inviting now.

[@tonihendrix6652]

I can’t even believe what you did to that room!!! STUNNING STUNNING STUNNING!!!!!!

[@olivias4895]

After this, I'm emotionally attached to this entry, I can't imagine you demoing it to turn it into a dining room in the future! She's perfect 😭

[@susancronin3443]

It looks absolutely gorgeous it’s warmth and simplicity just makes you feel like sitting awhile and linger.😊

[@MBMCincy63]

I like the stairwall enhancement! It almost looks like it could be a hidden closet! Well Done! and of course Kinsley is like "Noise noise noise Mom you are making Noise! so I bark! , Now throw my toy a bunch of times!"' Lol. shivering black bell thumbs up

[@LV-bk4it]

This was the most fascinating video I've seen in a VERY long time. Just what I needed after 3 weeks abroad.

[@stacid.1186]

Beautiful. The stair wall makes the room..

[@shelbyhambright9543]

These neutral colors of light and dark with the varied textures have a casual sophistication that feels so curated and comforting..yet so gorgeous.

[@NoYesJess]

The way you go above in beyond is just SO inspiring. I strive to become even half the woman that you are. It's so difficult for me to fathom being able to accomplish and execute all that you do, and make it look like a breeze at the same time. You really are such a wonder MaCenna.🖤🖤

[@peggymurphy6747]

Everything looks lovely! The two lamps are so perfect. And the job you did on the stairs and the wall next to the stairway is outstanding! I love how you are never afraid to try something new and learn as you go. Very inspiring Hope you have a wonderful birthday.

[@pamela3213]

@peggymurphy6747- I Couldn't Agree More w/the lamps✨ Do you happen to know where she got them?! I'm in Love-and would go so well with my color palette!!

[@LauraJDickinson]

I remember in an earlier video you said that you didn’t know what this rooms purpose was. Seeing you sat there surrounded by frames it’s the perfect Haul vlog spot! It came together so beautifully!

[@madelinerivera3837]

Absolutely gorgeous!!! I love that vintage look and the warmth in the living room area. That console table is so pretty and chunkiness of it goes perfect against that area. I am considering that paint color in your home. It also adds that perfect warm to the room.

[@joannal3719]

So excited to watch this! MaCenna you never cease to amaze me with your creativity and determination. I’m constantly inspired by you to tackle projects in my own home.

[@XOMaCenna]

that makes me so happy! thank youuuuu

[@bwitched3810]

Macenna the room is stunning so peaceful looking .You truly are an old soul .

[@jwalker2991]

Always trust MaCenna! Sometimes I watch and will say no don’t do that and then in the end it looks amazing. Trust the process 😂

[@lourdessantiago3291]

What a masterpiece. Everything is so Beautiful. I love the gallery wall.

[@genevievemurray7743]

Rounding the doorway corners makes the opening look larger. So elegant.

[@bessiewilliams9564]

You turned this room into to such a warm and inviting space, I love it! It is absolutely beautiful!!

[@marymcghee3023]

Cute dog. Lovely home and you’re amazing what you’ve done.

[@klovenote392]

I've learned my lesson when you propose something you're thinking of doing, I think "hmmm, I don't know if that would work...." and then BOOM, it's always beautiful. I trust your vision and creativity now, lol!!!! Amazing transformation!

[@hannahheavens4932]

Anyone else just super excited to see this room at Christmas?? 😍🎄

[@kansasgirl8371]

Your gallery wall is stunning! This room is a dream! So much talent! Love to Kinsley for being such a great assistant.

[@rae06021]

It is all so beautiful! Doggie steals the show🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰