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The McNay Project: Modern Coastal Living Room Reveal

October 9, 2020 ~ 54 Comments

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Thank you Bassett Furniture for providing furniture to sponsor this post. All opinions are 100% my own.

Today is THE DAY, y’all!

If you haven’t been following along on the McNay project, a few weeks ago, Robert and I got the itch to give our neighbors’ living room a facelift.

King and Heather are two very special people to us. King is a firefighter, Heather is a teacher, and both give so much to our community and our family.

The minute I saw their living room, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it because it was absolutely filled with character!

Those beams! Those planked walls! Those hardwood floors! All of those big windows!

They have a big heart for Charleston and the coastal life, so I really wanted to go in a light and bright coastal direction for them.

The difference is absolutely incredible!

We reached out to Bassett Furniture at the start of this project because I know the 100+ year legacy of their company is unmatched for quality and durability, and their furnishings are made right here in the U.S. with factories in Virginia and North Carolina.

(We wanted to hook up King and Heather with the good stuff.)

Bassett Furniture was so kind to provide the gorgeous chaise sofa, leather recliner, coffee table, and end table so that we could take on the rest.

We spent several days painting the tongue and groove wall paneling in Behr Polar Bear, and even though it was a challenging job, it was absolutely worth it.

The Layout

Since it’s such a narrow room that serves dual purposes as an office for Heather, we broke up the layout into two sections so that the far side could be designated just as a work space.

Decorating Around the TV

We framed out the TV with sketches of Charleston, Columbia, and Wyoming (King’s home state) alongside a couple of plug-in wall sconces since there was no hardwired ceiling light.

It was such a simple change just adding those few things around their existing console table.

The Furniture

We incorporated this gorgeous Davenport chaise sectional sofa from Bassett in Texture Navy that is so comfortable, I’m convinced we need one for our house.

I styled it with this textured white pillow and blue print pillow and a cozy gray blanket for the cooler fall temps. This floor lamp serves as some much needed lighting for the perfect reading spot.

This Magnificent Motion chair in buttery soft Leather Sierra Toast is the coolest recliner I’ve ever sat in.

It looks like a stationary club chair, but it power positions in every way you can imagine with the touch of a button and even has Bluetooth control capabilities.

For a little texture, we included this rustic Verona coffee table. It has deep drawers on two sides for ample added storage.

And this Bella side table provides some storage in easy reach along with a hidden power strip with USB ports as a charging station for devices.

The navy in the sofa works so perfectly with this marsh painting that King and Heather had created by a local artist of the spot where Heather used to play as a child. And this gray and blue rug ties it all together.

The Storage

Since Heather does a lot of grading and lesson planning at her heirloom desk handed down by her grandmother, she needed a designated work space with storage options.

They absolutely hated these tiny squatty closets that had such small doors (and a wet bar from the 1960s inside), they could barely access the shelves. The window seat was more a hinderance than a help.

So Robert cut open the closet doors to turn the closets into built-in shelves and ripped out the window seat to make space for the desk in the window niche.

I decorated the shelves, but Heather has plenty of storage options there now for books and bins of supplies if she ever needs them later.

King and Heather love vibrant paintings of some of their favorite places, and this piece is one of their most treasured from their collection. So we put it right above this accent cabinet I painted in Fusion Mineral Paint Sterling so that she would have a place for a printer and any other items in easy reach.

I kept all of the other items in the space neutral to highlight the painting they love so much.

The Details

For all of the little accents, I wove in a few beachy textures like this rattan tray, wooden beads, and oyster shell dish.

This little air plant placed on top of a couple of books feels right at home.

For the shelves, I discovered a couple of antique round baskets and urns that reminded me of the Straw Market in Charleston.

And I framed a couple of my coastal art printables.

I cannot get over the transformation!

It really is like someone turned on the lights, and those natural beams can now shine in all of their gorgeous glory!

Bassett Furniture has professional designers on hand who offer a variety of design consultation appointments via in-store visits, virtual online appointments, or website chats to help anyone bring their dream piece or dream room to life.

And until October 18th, Bassett is hosting a Founder’s Event to save 25% on furniture and rugs.

We are so grateful to King and Heather for letting us invade their house and take over their living room. But more importantly, we’re thankful for all they do every day for others.

“Our homes should inspire us to go out into the world to do great things and then welcome us back for refreshment.” – Melissa Michaels

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Comments

  1. nyssj says

    October 10, 2020 at 5:47 am

    Amazing transformation!

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  2. Cyndi J says

    October 10, 2020 at 8:21 am

    Beautiful space.

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  3. Tracy Williams says

    October 10, 2020 at 8:41 am

    Incredible! You two are so talented. Love everything about this room.

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  4. Kara R. says

    October 10, 2020 at 10:01 am

    I am over the moon at this transformation! So amazing, and what an eye you have to pull it all together. Coastal is my love language, lol and I have tried to incorporate it into my decor. This has inspired me so much to dig out my pictures of St Augustine, Savannah and Charleston and use them! Please come to my house next!

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  5. Vicki says

    October 10, 2020 at 10:53 am

    I love what you did to that room! You did a beautiful job of giving the room a subtle yet definitively coastal feel through your choices of color and decorative items. That blue sofa is perfect against those white walls and the blue ties in with the vibrant paintings but doesn’t distract from them. All of your choices were perfect and I love what you did with the closets and the sconces. Fantastic job!

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  6. Sue H Mellette says

    October 10, 2020 at 9:07 pm

    What a game changer! WOW! I love, love what you and your husband did to their living room. Ya’ll totally transformed a plain but pleasant room into a truly lovely and inviting space. I know they will enjoy every minute spent in their newly created space. What a great team you and your husband make!! Thanks for sharing all the details.

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  7. itsmealister says

    October 10, 2020 at 11:50 pm

    Gotta love the power of paint! It looks so much happier, good job.

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  8. Kris says

    October 11, 2020 at 11:20 pm

    Once again, a lovely example of what paint will do to a very dated room. Most can’t buy all new furniture, but even if they put back their old stuff – just lightening up that paneling brings this room into this decade! ha! They’re very fortunate to get the furniture makeover.

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  9. Leanne Smook says

    October 12, 2020 at 6:26 am

    That looks absolutely stunning! And very inspirational… 🙂

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  10. Sherin says

    October 12, 2020 at 6:31 am

    You have fantastic vision of how things could be. Dark, unwelcoming space to lovely, practical room. Well done indeed.

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  11. Denise says

    October 12, 2020 at 6:37 am

    Absolutely amazing transformation, they must be so happy with it. So fresh and light! Well done.

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  12. Tina Powell says

    October 12, 2020 at 6:44 am

    AAAAAAmazing difference! What a beautiful gift to your neighbors.

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  13. Judy says

    October 12, 2020 at 6:57 am

    Beautiful transformation!

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  14. Myra Martin says

    October 12, 2020 at 7:01 am

    It looks FABULOUS!! I could for sure curl up in there with a good book 😊 I gotta say, though, the coffee table they already had was gorgeous. I hope they have another place in their house that they can use it. It’s too lovely to discard.

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  15. Tanya Ann Derrey says

    October 12, 2020 at 7:12 am

    What a transformation!! It looks beautiful:)

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  16. donnamariemartin says

    October 12, 2020 at 7:16 am

    It is like you turned on a light!!!

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  17. Donna Keidel says

    October 12, 2020 at 7:25 am

    Stunning! I really appreciate the textures you used.

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  18. Cheryl Atkinson says

    October 12, 2020 at 7:29 am

    What a beautiful gift you have given your neighbors. I wish I had neighbors like you. Haha.

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  19. Tracy says

    October 12, 2020 at 7:33 am

    This is beautiful!!!’

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  20. Debbie says

    October 12, 2020 at 7:48 am

    It’s beautiful……but what’s also beautiful is your heart ❤️ The fact that you decided to do all of this for your neighbor is just so awesome!

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  21. klm104 says

    October 12, 2020 at 7:53 am

    The transformation is absolutely stunning! Wow- what a difference! I bet they are thrilled 🙂

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  22. Marion says

    October 12, 2020 at 7:56 am

    Really well done! And thanks for mentioning where the printer went!

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  23. Linda says

    October 12, 2020 at 8:01 am

    Absolutely stunning transformation! Great job, know they are so pleased with their new room!

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  24. Leslie BelsickL says

    October 12, 2020 at 8:27 am

    Unbelievably beautiful! This is one of the best transformations I have seen. Great job.

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  25. Trish says

    October 12, 2020 at 8:30 am

    Wow!! Incredible!

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  26. Marcie says

    October 12, 2020 at 8:53 am

    STUNNING! as always! ☺👏🏻

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  27. Denise says

    October 12, 2020 at 9:03 am

    This is a beautiful example of serving others. Their quality of life will improve so much.

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  28. Katri Skinner says

    October 12, 2020 at 9:04 am

    It is just amazing the transformation….and it is heartwarming to know there are such big hearted people out there, in this day of the “all about me” group……not only you and your husband but the couple you did this for. Blessings on you all! And keep on changing the world, one room at a time 🥰

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  29. Shirley says

    October 12, 2020 at 9:06 am

    Absolutely stunning!!! I love the prominence that you gave the heirloom desk!! Beautiful

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  30. Linda says

    October 12, 2020 at 9:20 am

    Beautiful! What a transformation!

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  31. Frances Blunt says

    October 12, 2020 at 9:25 am

    Just beautiful. Blue is my favorite color and this whole redo appeals to me. I am itching to tear up the carpet in the living and dining room. I can change furniture like clothes. I will need to ease my husband into this! I love the coastal ideas too. I have ocean genes in me . Love the carpet too. This is amazing. Wish I could “beam” it up here to Pennsylvania.

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  32. Ria says

    October 12, 2020 at 9:50 am

    Just wow. The power of paint is amazing! You guys really know how to transform a room into something beautiful. Thanks for sharing!

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  33. Miche Ortega says

    October 12, 2020 at 10:33 am

    Yes, thank the Lord for paint. Just stunning! Great job.

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  34. juliebr4 says

    October 12, 2020 at 10:34 am

    OMG!! WOW!! What an amzing job!!

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  35. Michele M. (Finch Rest) says

    October 12, 2020 at 10:36 am

    Oh my word! I can’t even believe it is the same space. Well done – it looks GREAT!!!!

    Love the Bassett sectional!!!!!!! Need to check them out, we soooo need a small one in the den!!!!

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  36. Lori says

    October 12, 2020 at 10:40 am

    Every time I see one of your projects I think, this is the best one yet…until I see the next one! Beautiful job as always. Your friends must be so thrilled. Thanks for sharing your talent and inspiration! Now, I’m going to print some of your free coastal prints. ☺️

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  37. Ivory says

    October 12, 2020 at 10:54 am

    OMG, I just love you and your husband work/your designer ideas. I am often showing your Diy’s to my husband. We need you badly. I just don’t understand how you take something not so pretty, and make it breathtaking. I love your space here. The build-in shelves, are fabulous. I would have never thought to do that. Love it!

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  38. sewinrosie3 says

    October 12, 2020 at 12:11 pm

    One of your very best! Hard to believe the pictures are of the same room. One question – the drapes. Where did you find them?

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  39. HGF says

    October 12, 2020 at 1:12 pm

    Beautiful. You let the light in. I appreciated that you painted the paneling instead of ripping it out just to put up dry wall. That saved paneling waste from adding to the landfill. Good stewardship for this beautiful planet God loaned to us.

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  40. Lizzy says

    October 12, 2020 at 1:34 pm

    That’s an amazing transformation. It’s so bright and lovely now, and those beams are everything!

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  41. Françoise Gauthier says

    October 12, 2020 at 1:37 pm

    It is so pretty.

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  42. Jill Wendt says

    October 12, 2020 at 1:42 pm

    I am speechless. Every single time I see a reveal from you two, it knocks it out of the ballpark. I love your style, and LOVE READING your posts. This room is just amazing, and I am sure your friends are loving the transformation!

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  43. Penny says

    October 12, 2020 at 1:42 pm

    Unbelievable! Wonderful job! So relaxing and beautiful and comfortable all at once. Also — what are the sources for the art work? Love, love love the art! Thanks and do some more!

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  44. Claudia says

    October 12, 2020 at 2:42 pm

    So so beautiful. What a change! You did a great job! Love the furniture!

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  45. Becky says

    October 12, 2020 at 3:12 pm

    Holy COW! That is amazing! What a beautiful space now!!!

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  46. Carol Ruth Kish says

    October 12, 2020 at 4:51 pm

    Lauren, you and your husband took a drab, dark, and dated room and opened it up with paint! The beams, and wood floors now stand out beautifully. Removing the closet doors and installing shelves was so logical and added needed storage and decor while framing the new and improved work space. I absolutely love the joyful painting above the credenza in the office area; it adds energy to the area and I am sure that the homeowners smile every time they use the area. The wall sconces solved the lighting problem. (I am going to incorporate some in our hearth room because they do not take up limited floor space.) The entire room is light, bright, and totally inviting, especially with the beautiful American Made furniture. All the added little touches of pillows, throw, art pieces, etc, coordinated the Coastal feel of the room. Brilliant, functional, and inspiring design!

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  47. Nancy Cox says

    October 12, 2020 at 8:52 pm

    What a beautiful room. And truly great friends.

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  48. Myrna says

    October 12, 2020 at 11:47 pm

    WOW ! You have taken “Love thy neighbor” to new levels. To quote Mr. Rogers “Won’t you be my neighbor” LOL

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  49. Karen says

    October 13, 2020 at 10:39 pm

    “We do what we can for a friend or a neighbor. ” George Pope Morris
    …and you sure can design a space and Robert sure can execute your ideas! What a gift!

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  50. Shanna says

    October 15, 2020 at 10:52 am

    What an amazing transformation! I love how you really used what they had with walls and beams. The new furniture looks amazing! I bet they are over the moon about this room now!

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  51. Nancee says

    October 15, 2020 at 2:17 pm

    All I can say is WOW! What a beautiful transformation. The room looks absolutely stunning and I love all of the furnishings that were picked out. You are so talented and I don’t think I’ve ever seen a room that you’ve designed that I don’t like. Please help me with my house! Lol!

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  52. Deborah says

    October 15, 2020 at 5:38 pm

    Beautiful transformation, but do you have any suggestions for similar furniture? Some of us can’t deal with 2,500 for a couch and 3,700 for a recliner.

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  53. Angela K says

    January 28, 2021 at 12:56 pm

    Where did you purchase the sofa?

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    • Lauren says

      February 1, 2021 at 9:09 pm

      You can find it on Wayfair. https://rstyle.me/+b9C7_SeIgmquOGIS5KsiCA

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