Starting My Living Room Makeover
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- Опубликовано: 5 фев 2025
- Join me in this video where I start my Living Room Makeover. I finally have a new rug, which has grounded the room and got me excited to get started with the re-decoration.
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Nicolas is one of the hardest working patreon hosts on patreon. He has interesting, more relaxed videos that he puts on patreon weekly and lets you know ahead, all his interesting plans. Definitely a good deal being a member of patreon! There is even a video of the elusive Vanessa.
I’m so glad you like the Patreon content - your kind words mean a lot! X
Vanessa is not ‘elusive’, she’s been featured in several of Nicolas’s videos.
How much did he pay you 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
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I would be surprised if no one has suggested this to you, but I think you would be fantastic at narrating audiobooks. One more skill in your already overflowing tool kit. Thank you for the videos!
Great idea. He has the perfect voice to do that.
Yes,,, Enid Blyton books............💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
Ditch the painting above the fireplace. Looks like grandmas house. In your travels, purchase a piece of art that makes you so happy! Then, for a more modern look, just prop it up on the mantle and don’t frame it.
Omg i would buy the books he narrated even if they were rubbish😆he had the best most soothing voice
I completely agree with this comment!
Who gets exited every time Nicolas posts a video?! 🙌🏽❤ that living room looks stunning ❤
MEEEEE!! I really need Nicolas today!! This is great!!
Moi aussi, not that I am continental or something.
I agree 100% love Nicholas videos so much fun and uplifting on multiple levels 💞👏🏻 I’m still the biggest fan of Nicholas teas and home fragrances just divine!!!! Highly recommend them. Have a beautiful week everyone ☕️🤗
I get really excited . 😆 Every single time . 🤗🤭📚🫖💐
Certo! Bravo, as always ❤️
The rug really pulls the room together! Please move those beautiful boxes from in front of the fireplace, it is not tacky at all. Moving things around every season keeps my home feeling fresh , I love watching your videos for inspiration.💐
Nicolas, you have more class in your little finger than some people have in their whole body! When I purchase anything I always think would Nicolas buy this? That teapot is gorgeous!💕
Good call on the bouclé. Mossy green velvet sounds perfect.
Love how the round table by the window has a chair that invites you to work in that nice light, but is also drawn in as seating for the living room conversation area - a brilliant little furniture multitasking moment!
The living room is a part where everyone comes to share friendliness and happiness filters. Whether you're alone with the TV or with your loved one. LOVE comes from here...💖
The velvet green chaise lounge will be so beautiful, better than the other choice, that would feel like being on a teddy bear and not as elegant.The rug looks so nice and I can't wait to see your new wall color.Decorating is fun 😊💛
So glad you got rid of stacks and stacks of books everywhere. The books you have in your video look great and the place looks so cozy and beautiful.
Love Ur new Tea for 1..Tea Set!!.. It's gorgeous!!...
On a side note... Symmetry is not the only way we can achieve "Balance".. "asymmetrical balance" may also be achieved with ascending and descending ANGLES...which I can see very clearly in Ur new stage of design.. sometimes we like and create things subconsciously... (;
The new pops of bright green also bring in the natural energy of the outdoors..which I know Ur fond of... Agreed..I think the chaise should be a muted sagey color.. I see these greens in the central painting above the fireplace.. and the sisal rug "grounds" the entire space...
When we design and style with our "hearts"...everything always "clicks"... Enjoy!!..
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Hello Nicolas,
there are three things I absolutely like because they are not so often to find here in Germany:
1. An open fireplace
2. Symmetry interior
3. Typical british style.
Therefore I would never hide such a phantastic fireplace.
In our home I just try to introduce symmetry and more and more british home furnishings.
By the way: I made a real bargain and for some days now our kitchen is the place for a new Kitchenaid Artisan - in red.
Guess where I got the idea !
When i feel stressed i look for you nicholas for a calming influencexx
Looking awesome! From afar. 🇨🇦 I see face the tortoise should face out into the room, place the mantle mini floral between the center and end of frame as it sits on the end of the mantle alone. Move the arrangement of candle stick and holders together on the coffee table to take up less space and look like a cluster. Do not block the fireplace you are so fortunate to have with baskets perhaps use candles to fill up that space. Embrace the luxury of you home. ❤️❤️
I love the simplicity you are creating in your living room. The small vase with flowers on the mantel directs one's eye up to the painting.
The room looks lovely, but I think the fireplace would be really pretty as a focal point!
Me too !
I agree. Since you kind of don't like it maybe you want to look at replacing the "electric fire" module with a different one. I have a very realistic one that looks "real", puts out heat very inexpensively, and also "crackles" like a real fireplace.
I agree. Install an updated, better performing firebox and use it as a focal point that will also lend some function to the room and some warmth.
The boxes stacked in front of the fireplace look, imo, like they should be jnside the firebox, making a roaring fire, lol .
Love the rug - it adds a lot, and the fine black lines mimicked in the prints compliments the rug and vice versa.
I agree that the round skirted table is outdated and dominates that corner of the room.
Although that round shape in the room lends some relief to existing straight lines and sharp corners, perhaps a chaise with a very subtle, softly rounded profile (trending right now) would maintain some curves in the room without overwhelming it.
Lightening up the walls with a beautiful shade of white would be lovely ;))... there are so many beautiful shades of white to choose from!
I agree the baskets look like he is hiding something.
I agree, a fireplace really should have chairs on both sides of it .Every fireplace l've ever seen has a chair on both sides, to complement it. Putting boxes in front of it doesn't help at all. Sorry.
It's obviously a very small room and I do like the furnishings and "romantic" feel. A lighter wall paint will definitely brighten things up in the corner. The only thing that throws me however, is the lycra coffee table. Perhaps something with real glass would still give the see-thru element without looking plastic? The room is too elegant for that piece. (Any chance a fancy mirror over the fireplace mantel would work? It would add more light, but obviously I don't know what would be reflected.) Can't wait to see new look!
A “ small” room..? You clearly haven’t seen many UK homes - this one is positively huge by comparison to most!
Lovely…but ditch the baskets! 😂 They could be used in a country kitchen etc but being food hampers they look a little off in the living area…maybe a vintage suitcase? Or a lovely fire guard? I think the fireplace is fine, it has elegant simple lines.
Thank you, Nicholas: I enjoy your posts because I feel that the world needs more awareness of beauty and elegance and you do these so well. Greetings from Vancouver Island. 🦋Carl
Wonderful video🥂❤❤ thank you, Nicolas❤
I love your new birthday teapot! Isn’t it fun to rearrange your home, it sure gives me the “Spring fever”. Christmas is over now it’s time for daffodils!
I think it’s wonderful that as you grow and change, you find different things that give you joy. That is the beauty of our design… I think when we look around our homes, they should reflect who we really are, and we should be surrounded by things that mean something to us or just that we adore looking at!
Your living room makeover, is very elegant, sophisticated and timeless. I am so impressed. You really are a very good decorator.
I love the clean minimalist yet elegant direction you’re taking with the decor 😍
I agree! When he talked about removing the table and putting in a chaise, I really thought he had made a good decision. The table takes up so much room and it’s not particularly useful.
We all need this lol
The white tulips in front of the grey wall look so elegant!
I love the baskets in front of the fireplace. Makes the room look really cozy. Your room is beautiful 😍
My favorite part of the room are the prints on the wall.
This is still a very inviting room.
Leave the fire for a cozy effect around the Holidays. It's a modern look, not really tacky.
And a small halogen lamp for your desk would be a practical addition.
I didn't see your little brass frog.
He's almost a trademark item for you.
Take care your friend in Kansas City, Tom. 😃🇺🇸🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌹
I love what you have done so far. It does feel calmer, and it allows the eye to wonder and appreciate all the special areas of the room. I like the plan that you have for the corner. It will look great!
I love your classic classy style but these changes are so much more updated and fresh. I feel like one has room to breathe in there now, while still feeling cozy. Can’t wait to see the green chair!
I always look forward to a new episode. The new paint color will be excellent peppered with that chaise, should be delicious. Elegant minimalism means for me to pare down to a balance. Keep the fabric, you may have a use for it later.
BTW, have you thought about a proper smoking jacket to relax in? You would need a proper watch. I would recommend a Frederique Constant thin quartz, the 37 mm gold with the white waffle face. It is elegant with a dark green, blue or maroon smoking jacket. These watches, mine at least I bought at a heavy discount and I adore it.
As to tea sets, I prefer Royal Doulton. My issue is that I drop things.
I am trying for Las Vegas desert southwest as my design. Bold and dramatic elements to lead the eye. My final addition will be a 1960s aristocrat slot machine.
GLAD TO HEAR YOU ARE CHANGING YOUR LIVING ROOM. I NEVER LIKED THE ROUND TABLE WITH THAT SKIRT, IT LOOKED VERY OUTDATED BUT IT IS YOUR TASTE AND WHAT YOU FELT CONFORTABLE WITH. THE CHANGES YOU MENTIONED ARE GOING TO IMPROVE YOUR LIVING ROOM, BY THE WAY, YOU MAY WANT TO INVEST ON A NEW COFFEE TABLE, IT WILL MAKE THE LIVING ROOM EVEN BETTER. GREETINGS FROM TEXAS.
It is easy to put all the expensive stuff togather. The greatest decorator is someone who decorates a room tastefully without breaking the bank. You are the one.
Hello Nicholas, love the adjustments to the livingroom. The only part I don't like are the baskets in front of the fireplace. They are a tad rickety and battered. I would either put a nice, full green plant in front of the fireplace or move the chaise back towards the fireplace. The baskets also take away from chaise as it is very pretty and it does not look good in front of them. Hope you don't mind I making a suggestion. Thank you for sharing.
Love the idea of green velvet fabric for chaise
Another beautifully shared video, thank you. I understand about painting the walls a lighter colour for the purposes of filming, but what a shame because the current colour is so, so soothing, and I believe adds contrast to your furniture and accessories. 😀
Can’t wait for your newly painted living room!…I do really love the color you have now, that’s the color of my living room. I do think a lighter shade will be better because of your channel 🤍
On a sunny warm day, the round table would look very nice on your patio for a dinner party. Like the changes your making, I'm a less is more person when it comes to decor😊🍁
It seems like so many people want to simplify their lives, including inside their homes. Clutter and too much stuff are stressful. Those little touches you made look really nice. Looking forward to your next steps.
May I suggest you place the bookcase in the corner (will not impact on bench space at fireplace and will hug the corner) and your chaise at the window with the light from the window and your floor lamp for the dark nights. I would also swap the round table in the window for the desk side on to the window again for more light. The wall unit at your front door if it's still there can equally work on the opposite wall. A little basket on the desk will take the door keys on reentry.
Love the rug, new lamp shade’s and how your going to paint. Also the bench placement. However I don’t like the hamper’s in front of the fireplace. Candles inside it maybe ? Fun video ❤😊
Love the idea of a deep mossy green velvet chaise. It will go so well with the pastoral painting over your mantle.
The gift from David is beautiful.
The set is called - "Egoist" because it is for one person only. 😍
Loving the streamlining of your living room. And yes, that table has to go. I never noticed until you pointed it out! You have an artist's eye, Nicholas. ❤️
I'm glad to hear that you're giving your town house a face lift. the new wall color and the sisal rug bring a modern, young style to the room and make it brighter. The lounge is also a good idea and personally I would prefer a strong color such as violet, an eye catcher so to speak. I'm very excited and wish you a lot of fun with the selection
Love your style evolution. I think the chaise will look beautiful in that corner, especially with your new area rug and the new paint color to come.
Nicolas, I can see your new home style emerging and can also see how it suits your personal style as well. It is classic, traditional yet modern. I am excited to see the living room develop. The green chaise will look pretty I think. And the white walls will give it a lift. You are so fun to watch! I enjoy you very much! Hope you have a fun and rewarding week!! ❤
Oh I agree. Narration is definitely and should be in your future. People that don't know you would fall in love. You are special 💖
The new room looks quite nice - I loved the look of the old room, too….I hope you held on to those pretty chairs and can repurpose them somewhere else….nothing like cozy armchairs. I remember when you were asking our opinions about the paint colors and I chose the lighter one you proposed, but you went with the darker one - isn’t is called mouse hide or something like that?😂. It is pretty, but any paint color that has a drop of black in it will suck up the light in the room. I found that out the hard way! I think the shaded white will be very pretty - can’t wait to see it…Isn’t it wonderful to have a special space you love and decorate it as you wish….how blessed we are when we have that!
Yes a chaise in the corner would be a good addition to the room with a lamp.
Looks so lovely, I do like the pared down look. I think the dark green/mossy green chaise will look so elegant. Looking forward to seeing it in your space! The tea pot is so pretty and clever, the pot warming the cup is so nice.
Николас, здравствуйте! Свет падающий через окно и белые тюльпаны, придают гостиной весенний вид... Это так здорово! Кажется что зима позади:)
I find that ignoring trends and sticking with the classics always works for me. Boucle is trendy and for me ugly even in a modern setting. I love what you have done to your living room using what you already have aside from the rug. Sometimes simply editing and repurposing is all it takes to transform a space.
Oh I adore bergamot. What a lovely essential oil gift!
Also, I bought one of those tea-for-one pots long ago for a friend of mine. Aren't they grand?
Your channel is the one I feel more related to, I wasn't aware that grace still existed in 2023 ,I don't meet people who were influenced by their grandparents values as I was. This space you created feels safe and so refreshing.
I love your proposed room changes - minimising down a bit is a great idea . I also love the idea of removing the skirt table and replacing it with a reading corner as you have described .💜
I love the changes Nicholas. The sisal rug is stunning. I think the overall look is more sleek .What a beautiful gift from David.
Yes, yes. Chase arm chair & the white living room w/ hints of gray. Love Love your Michelangelo coffee table book.
Love the idea of the beautiful green velvet chair. So smart…that white boucle would get so dirty with a dog!
WOW!!! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the transformation. SIMPLE ELEGANCE. Yes, it reflects your beautiful maturity. Enjoy!!!
I think your new paint colour will suit you space and decor very well. Looking forward to spring and the reveal of your new streamlined home. Thanks Nicolas🙏❤️
Love the changes you are making to the living room. Can't wait to see the living room painted a lighter color. Also love the teapot for one. What a great gift!
I like the new more slimmed down look. It makes everything you have more noticeable. The bench in front of the mantle makes it more cosy and adds extra seating. This is a great look for summer when you don’t need to use the fireplace.
I love the idea of F&M baskets. It's about time my collections are coming down from the loft. ❤
The rug looks great! I agree about the black border. The new paint color will definitely brighten things up. The teapot is so sweet and the perfect size. I like to have a warm cup for my tea or coffee too! Thanks for sharing! ❤
Love the simplicity of your new look. Very calming space. The lighter paint color will be fresh and beautiful !
I soooo love your new look, I agree, paired down and simplicity is so elegant, it was time for a change. I personally am not fond of symmetrical decorating, it's boring I think. I prefer a more creative style, rough with the smooth, shiny with the dull, big and small etc and looseness. I love just the little vase of 2 roses on the end of the mantlepiece and nothing on the other side, looks stunning. You see more when there is less! I'm just sad that you are changing the colour of the room, I love the dark background against the lighter pieces. But hey ho, whatever you choose is always delightful and so inspirational. Can't wait to see that chaise too, have fun Nicolas as you so deserve it and thankyou for all your amazing ideas, you're just such a beautiful person, and in agree with Dawn, audio reading your next project! Definitely xxx
Your Living Room looks Wonderful!!!! Looks more sophisticated. I like that it is more intentional....less clutter. Great Video Nicholas!!!
The green velvet chair in the corner will give it a pop of color but still very elegant. I just painted my home, Simply White by
Ben Moore. I love it!!! ( It feels like a fresh canvas.). Thanks Again!
I loved the living room before and am really enjoying the changes too. The teapot is wonderful. I love tea for one sets and this one is especially nice. Enjoy.
I love what you have done with your living room so far, especially the rug. I am redoing my living room at present, making it a comfy & pleasant room to sit in. I upcycled an old chest of drawers into a side board by placing it against a wall horizontally & removing the drawers. I use the spaces where the drawers were for my files, folders & stationery. I covered the top with muslin & placed some ornaments on it. Thank you, Nicolas for once again taking the time to share & show what you have been doing. It is always a pleasure to get one of your videos. 💚✌
Nicolas love xx you look amazing and chic beauty. Precious the rug acentuos your living room and the seating area looks stupendous and fabulous. Love your style of choice. Excellent ideas for decorating and cleaning as well . Love your new teapot precious. The cup is so beautiful and special. Just like you. Keep showing up more contents of decorating your home. Take care Nicolas love xx ❤️❤️. Looking forward to seeing you again.
A wonderful change..from earth to moon. So beautiful and elegant.
Although I love the F&M baskets... I would have them a little to the side of the fireplace. I think the brass of the fireplace screen gives the pop of reflacted light and blends with the candlestick. ANd I know you think the paint color is dark.... I call it moody . Moody= sexy! And with the new green chase and reading lamp would be masculine moody.
Thank you for your videos, Nicolas. I, too think you would be great at narrating audiobooks.
I love the sconces by the fireplace. So great with the paint and continuity with the rug trim.
I love the idea of green velvet on the chase lounge. Your room looks beautiful but personally I think I like the fake fire 🔥☺️ I love the teapot and happy birthday 🎊
I'm with you on that, a fire is always welcoming and anything blocking it like a plant or candles ( that seems to be the trend ) detracts from it.
I like it too!
Nicolas is the BEST! His videos lift me up sky high. Love him!
Ahhh I love tea pots-for one sets! When I use mine I feel time stops and I’m transported to feeling like a queen for a moment, everything arranged so neatly on a tray with a sweet biscuit. Remember as Nicholas has taught us “…it doesn’t have to be expensive to feel elegant…”. ❤
Thank you for letting us visit with you in your charming home. Your calming presence and so appreciated.
Hi Nicolas
I am loving the living room changes and Chaise- so exciting. I would like to add a reading area somewhere in my home. Pls also tell me how you are looking after your plant on your dining room table. It is looking so healthy and happy (feeding/watering and misting advice 🙏) I have the same plant, but is looking a bit sad.
Love your new teapot too - in the past I have been on visits to Devon and popped into the many trendy farm shops and one was selling homemade knitted teapot covers. I bought two, they are like works of art. I think the lady that makes them is now selling them in Harrods, go girl!
Can’t wait to see more of your living room make over, have a fab week 💐
Change is good,I love your living room,looks a lot bigger now
You always have great taste. I was raised by ladies and Nannies so I always like to do decorating as well.😊Cheers.!
I love the changes you are making. Green velvet with a lighter wall color will be stunning.
A lovely visit. Look:forward to the next. The living room is charming. 🥰💐
Beautiful room. The flowers are a lovely accent.
JUST wonderful and inspiring to watch 😊
Can't wait for the color change on Walls.
And to See your comfy chair.
LOVE 😘
Your decorating videos are my favorite! I enjoy the design and styles you choose and find them welcoming. Your video was such a nice surprise for a rather gloomy Monday. Thank you!!
I LOVE your wall color!! Please don't change it...and I think the chaise in green velvet will look stunning and very elegant next to that color. Suggestion: paint the fireplace black! I think it will really look amazing with your new rug, map prints, and current wall color. Get an antiqued brass or black lamp for your corner with the chaise. (I'd move the baskets away from the fireplace; they take up too much space.)
I loved the subtle changes. I too was going back and forth with the symmetry rule decorating my living room.
Congratulations from an Interior Designer: your asymmetrical and more minimal look is very chic. I'm hoping to see your bedroom redo at some point.
The tea for one is brilliant I have one and love it. Thanks for another great video 😊
Love the simplicity!
My style to a "tea!"
It sounds as if youvare staying put...I thought you were contemplating moving close to family...
Wherever you are...it's a pleasure to share your days.
I think a pale color on the walls is a good idea - the contrast between the wall color now and the sunlight coming into the room is a bit harsh, at least in winter light! Love the little teapot/cup for one - and please share with us where to get the birthday cake tea!
Love watching your decorating journey. ❤
Hi Nicolas. Thank you for another lovely video. Love the redecorating. It looks wonderful. Love the rug, and so pleased the floral arm chairs have moved on. The space is looking wonderful and fresh. Sad you are changing the wall colour, as I love it. You are hugely talented in decorating, and fun to see your new space. So good to see Sophie of course. Stay well and happy. 🥰
You made me sooooo happy! Love your rug, it’s a perfect size and a perfect colour! And yes yes for you to remove that round table and replace it with a nice and comfortable seating! Can’t wait for the rest like new paint and all!! Also, your gift from your friend David is beautiful and practical 👏🏻👏🏻👌🏻👌🏻
So glad to hear you're changing the wall color to a lighter one. It will be a very nice change indeed. The rug is simple and beautiful, it will anchor the furniture and define the LR space. One suggestion when choosing fabrics that Princess Sophie will get into is to consider her shedding and her nails. I'm about to recover my LR chairs but I'm being super careful about fabrics and colors because of the same dog issues. Everything is looking great Nicolas!
Your living room always looks Lovely. Your new teapot is So Cute & I would love some pink tea.
Nicolas, thank you for another relaxing and uplifting video. I like your style evolution. It keeps getting more sophisticated and cultured. You always inspire your audience to welcome change and new adventures. Your welcoming and engaging personality keeps viewers coming back for more. Looking forward to seeing your finished room. All the best from New York City, Robert.
Nice program, I like your sharing of the thought process that fueled the changes. I agree the wall color should be lighter. I’d be concerned a white (always a good choice) won’t give enough contrast with the mantle & bookcase. Maybe go warmer vs cooler? While A cool Grayish white is neutral and masculine, and has had great popularity the last decade, its moving out in the area of domestic trends here in USA. It tends to be a bit dreary mimicking a cloudy sky I grew tired of it. If I want to surround myself in that color I go outside to see stone & sky on a rainy day. As a designer, I learned to keep the outdoor outdoors. Inside, surround yourself with something that uplifts mood and energizes you. What about a blue? White with blue-Ish undertones. Look at the colors in that fabulous landscape over the fireplace. Pull a subtle hue from it & wash it across the wall like a water color. Just sharing my thoughts. I’m sure it will turn out beautiful.
the pared-down approach is lovely.
I haven’t watched one of your posts for a while, I had forgotten what a treat they are!!
Dear Nicholas. I am a busy mum with a small buisness and your videos are a little piece of relaxing heaven I feel instantly calmed after watching them so thankyou.
I like the grey walls, and white fireplace 😊