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North Carolina Farmhouse

Farmhouse Progress: First Phase of Our Attic Room Renovation


We’re getting permits right now so we can start working on our unfinished “bonus room” — which is really a 300 sq. ft. attic. The first phase of any of these projects so far has been having a vision and figuring out how we can bring that to life. This room was probably the first one in our house that we could immediately see transform in our minds and got us really excited!


Soo as you can see, it’s dark in here with a single window. But once it’s all painted a bright white, it will feel open and airy. It’s going to be so, so pretty!


We plan to wrap the exposed beams after we insulate the ceiling & walls to keep the vaulted ceiling open. Cam’s going to add his wide-plank wood floors and shiplap on the walls. We’ll paint it all a bright, warm white to brighten it up. We haven’t decided yet between a light stain or a rich one for the floors… What do you think?! I’ve also asked him to build out a queen-sized bed nook in the far corner so that this will double as the guest room.

Can’t wait to take you with us as we get started!

Top image from Leanne Ford


Comments

  1. emily stone says

    You carried the piano into the attic?? That’s impressive!
    I’m not sure if it’ll be too much of a contrast, but I like the idea of dark stained floors. But on the other hand if you’re wanting to keep it bright and airy, lighter would probably be best, then add some rugs to warm up the space.

    • Amanda Marshall says

      I love those ideas. Haha, no, we didn’t carry it up – the movers did! It was literally the only spot in the whole house where it would fit!

  4. brittany says

    oh my gosh, i cannot WAIIIIT to see the follow up on this!!! you guys are the coolest and i am so happy that you’re finally getting to nest in your homey home!!!!!!

    • Amanda Marshall says

      Haha thanks B!!! I love seeing yours too – and your photos of your parents’ farm is such inspiration!!

  5. Lanna says

    love the bed nook and multi-use space! Can’t wait to see the final product!
    xoxoxoxo,
    lanneybear

  6. Cortnie Muscari says

    I can’t wait to follow along on this transformation!! It’s going to be an amazing space I’m sure:)

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