There’s nothing like getting that big idea for a room makeover or DIY. Your mind is swimming with inspiration, ideas, and daydreams about your brand-new space. You think, “So many possibilities!” And then you think, “So. Many. Possibilities.”
Don’t panic: When you’re dreaming big, the first step is always the hardest. That’s the spirit behind the One Room Challenge®, a biannual design event that encourages people to transform one room in their home with the help of friendly camaraderie, community support, and collective momentum. For participating designers Amber Guyton, Xin Lu, and Tiffany Hahn, the One Room Challenge® is the perfect opportunity to transform a space that isn’t living up to its full potential. With Spoonflower — a creative community of independent artists whose designs are printed on wallpaper, home decor, and fabric — they can choose from more than 1 million designs to help bring their visions to life. And because of Spoonflower’s print-on-demand technology, no time or materials are wasted.
We asked these three designers how they’re setting their projects up for success (and we’re going to check in with them along the way). Break out your notebooks: It’s planning time!
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Amber Guyton’s Loft Transformation
Amber’s Atlanta bungalow is lush and luxe, with bold prints, rich colors, and sumptuous textiles. There’s just one exception: her top-floor loft, currently an uninspired storage area. She wants to turn it into a fun, cheerful space for her niece and nephews.
To get started, Amber considered how she hoped the new room would feel for the kids. “I want to create a beautiful, comfy, gender-neutral retreat that they’ll look forward to hanging out and sleeping over in,” she says. “I also want it to inspire them to dream big and use their imaginations.”
Xin Liu’s Mudroom Update
Xin has an elegant, earthy style: Her suburban Atlanta home feels like a cozy cottage in the woods, from its subdued blues and greens to its myriad houseplants. The only spot Xin isn’t happy with? The mudroom, a busy pass-through space that quickly fills with her family’s jackets, shoes, and bags. “I want it to be functional and beautiful,” Xin says. “And I want a space for everything, so it’s easier to clean up.”
If you’re not sure where to dive into a room redo, considering the space’s functionality is a tactile place to start. Xin wants an improved storage system, with bins for each family member and hooks low enough for her kids to reach. As for beauty? She wants to have fun with this small space by introducing patterned wallpaper. Xin browsed Spoonflower and found three subtle yet eye-catching design options, all by holli_zollinger: Junglia Poppy Grey Wallpaper, Junglia Weave Wallpaper, and Playa Wildflower Wallpaper. (Psst: With several removable options, you can experiment with your Spoonflower samples before you commit.)
Tiffany Hahn’s Living Room Makeover
With exuberant colors and whimsical touches, Tiffany Hahn’s Austin home is instantly inviting. But as her style has evolved, her living room hasn’t really kept up — plus, it could do with comfier seating and less clutter. “My hope is that this space would be a place of incredible peace and comfort,” Tiffany says. “A space where you can set down your coffee mug, grab the coziest blanket, and feel stress melt away like the wax from the lighted candles.”
Follow Amber, Xin, and Tiffany’s progress in the One Room Challenge® on Instagram! When you’re ready to start your own project, Spoonflower has the wallpaper, fabric, and home decor that’ll inspire your next room redo.