What a journey this has been for my first One Room Challenge! In just 8 weeks time, this room has successfully gone from nursery to big-boy room. My son requested a dinosaur room and a dinosaur room is exactly what he got, except with a modern vintage vibe. After weeks of planning, prepping, and DIYing, this room is finally ready for its big reveal. I’m excited to share it with you!
THE JOURNEY
You can take a peek back to week 1 to see what we started with. It felt like a bit of a risk painting the entire room a darkish green color, but I think it paid off. You can read more about the custom paint color I used (along with a picture of the paint can lid formula) in week 3’s post. Knowing that the wall color would be dark, I made a point to keep all the other elements in the room very light.
Sorry, not sorry, but the antique brass bed has completely stolen the show here.
This shelving unit is an Ikea Hack project that I did during week 4 of the challenge. It gives the room some extra storage and a very functional little desk. The best part is the whole unit hangs on the wall, so it’s not taking up any floor space— a huge space saver.
Last but not least, I made all of the artwork in the room myself. I struggled to find the right artwork for the space. Most of the dinosaur art I found was cutesy and colorful and I was looking for subtle, rustic, neutral dinosaur art. You can see how I made the vintage dinosaur wall hanging here as well as the simple gallery wall prints in week 7.
CONCLUSION
I can’t help but feel a little sad that my first One Room Challenge is over. It was so helpful to have deadlines to meet, especially when it comes to projects in my own home. It definitely helped to keep me on track and held me accountable for completing tasks each week. I think this room has successfully gone from nursery to big-boy room.
Be sure to check out all of the other ORC participants’ final reveals here. It was such a great experience to participate in this challenge and connect with fellow DIYers and designers. I continue to be amazed by all the talent out there.
SOURCES
Belgian Flax Linen Ikat Stripe Bedding, color: natural | Bed frame is an antique | Throw | Quilt | Vintage Dinosaur Prints | Mid Century Wooden Curtain Rod | Belgian Flax Linen Curtain, color: natural | Mid Century Night Stand | Dinosaur Light | Dinosaur Bank | Lamp | Turkish rug | Rug | Vintage Dinosaur Wall Hanging | Ikea Svalnas series shelving unit | Baskets | Dinosaur bookends | Glass jars | White picture frame | Corkboard | Desk lamp | Cotton Canvas Pouf | Floor lamp | Vases | Plant
WEEK 1 | WEEK 2 | WEEK 3 | WEEK 4 | WEEK 5 | WEEK 6 | WEEK 7 | WEEK 8
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48 Responses
What a classy room! I am in love with the green and all the dinosaur touches. And that BED!! I’ve been searching for a full sized vintage brass bed for months. I know I’ll find one eventually, but yours is exactly the style I’m looking for. Swooning!
Thank you Jenny! Yes, I was all over that brass bed when I found it!!
Do you know what the brand of that brass bed is?
I’m sorry, I am not finding any info on the bed. It’s a vintage brass bed from FB Marketplace.
This is the CUTEST boys room I have ever seen. So sophisticated but still fun for him! Really, really great design. Bravo.
Thank you so much! I hope he enjoys it for many years!
I really love the wall color! It came together perfectly! I love every detail… You must be so happy! Congrats!
Thank you Heather-Scherie!! So happy with it!
What color is the wall paint?
It was actually a custom paint color from Sherwin Williams, but you can find a picture of paint can lid formula on this blog post: https://hamiltonparkhome.com/2020/05/modern-vintage-boys-bedroom-one-room-challenge-week-3/
Erin, what a cool boy’s room! I just pinned this for later because both of my kiddos’ rooms need some love. The bed definitely steals the show, but also love the shelving. Congrats on completing your first ORC! (It’s addictive!)
Aw you are so sweet, thank you so much! It is addictive… already trying to plan my next ORC
I’m so in love with how this room turned out. It’s so sophisticated but also perfectly fit for a young man. The brass and green combination is gorgeous
Aw thank you so much Lindsey!!
Love that wall color and the brass bed. Always love a good boys’ room. I’m sure he loves it!
Aw thank you Brenda!!
Love this!!! How did you clean the brass? I am stealing a brass bed from my parents that needs a good cleaning. Thanks!
Thank you Marissa! This bed was in pretty bad shape, so I used Bar Keepers Friend and the scrubber side of a sponge. It might of left a few light scratches, but it was the only way since it was so tarnished. If your bed is not too bad, you could probably do Bar Keepers Friend with a microfiber cloth.
Love this!!! How did you clean the brass? I am stealing a brass bed from my parents that needs a good cleaning. Thanks!
I love the wall color! Do you recall the name and brand? I’d like to use it for my son’s room.
Thank you Morgan! Yes, it was actually a custom paint color, but you can find a picture of paint can lid formula on this blog post: https://hamiltonparkhome.com/2020/05/modern-vintage-boys-bedroom-one-room-challenge-week-3/
I love this room. The bed is stunning! I have room envy!
What colour did you use on the walls?
Aw thank you Julia! We actually ended up going with a custom paint color. I have a picture of the paint can lid formula in this blog post:
https://hamiltonparkhome.com/2020/05/modern-vintage-boys-bedroom-one-room-challenge-week-3/
What is this paint color??
Sorry just saw the above comments! Lol room looks amazing!
Thank you Chayni! No problem— Let me know if you have any other questions
Hello! I am truly obsessed with this wall color. What is it called?? I’m trying to match it but don’t think I’ve gotten it just right
Thank you Ellen! I actually ended up with a custom paint color for the room. I’ve got all the details and a picture of the paint can lid on this blog post:
https://hamiltonparkhome.com/2020/05/modern-vintage-boys-bedroom-one-room-challenge-week-3/
What is the wall color?
Its actually a custom paint color. You can find a picture of the paint can lid formula on this blog post
https://hamiltonparkhome.com/2020/05/modern-vintage-boys-bedroom-one-room-challenge-week-3/
What is the color and brand of that gorgeous paint?
It was actually a custom paint color from Sherwin Williams, but you can find a picture of paint can lid formula on this blog post: https://hamiltonparkhome.com/2020/05/modern-vintage-boys-bedroom-one-room-challenge-week-3/
Loving this! That dresser has amazing! Where did you find it??
Thank you Courtney! It was a lucky facebook marketplace find
What is the wall color?
It’s actually a custom paint color. I have a picture of the paint can lid formula on this blog post:
https://hamiltonparkhome.com/2020/05/modern-vintage-boys-bedroom-one-room-challenge-week-3/
Que color es el de la pared ,y que marca de pintura , te quedo una hermosura , te felicito
Thank you! It’s a custom paint color from Sherwin Williams. You can find the paint can lid formula on this blog post
https://hamiltonparkhome.com/2020/05/modern-vintage-boys-bedroom-one-room-challenge-week-3/
Gorgeous! Are you pleased with the shade of green still? Does it get too dark at night or pastel during the day? I’m considering painting my living dining combined room this color and wondered.
I am very pleased with the color! It is a darker color, but I think it transitions well between day time and night time. Every space is different, so maybe just go for it and try it on one whole wall.
So adorable. Love the shelving/desk combo! Was that your own creation or did you find a set? Thanks for sharing!!
I’ve got all the details on it here:
hamiltonparkhome.com/2020/05/ikea-svalnas-hack/