I have to say I’ve never been a fan of mid century modern, I know don’t gasp😀 you have styled your home so beautifully that I’m seeing the light. I’m 68 years old next month so you see I grew up with early American, mid century modern, traditional. You have got the Eye for it for sure. Beautiful 🤩
Hi beautiful Laura xx You are happy and it shows😘 great idea putting a “shelf” behind the sofa for drinks and of course popcorn👏I would personally source a round or oval coffee table as I feel it would soften the square lines. You have GREAT taste. I am also on the look out for any type of mid century bull when I’m out thrifting here in the UK. P.s You’re more than welcome to come and stay with me if ever you come this side of the pond 💃
Wanda, I’m 67 and same for me. I grew up with this style (also like Laura, in Oregon). I’m very nostalgic for some of the things from that era. Laura does it up better that the originals!! I love her esthetic! 💚💚💚
I feel the same way. I am a vintage glass/transfer ware/salt glaze pottery/states metal collector. I never cared for mid century or bohemian decor until I found Laura’s channel. Now I’m always on the watch for her latest video and have binge watched so many of her videos. She’s so likable and talented.
68 in September here in coastal NC. And yes, so aware because I saw this style in TV shows, but I grew in in a less than affluent place that never got on board with mid century. All family and locals were still stuck in the 40s and 50s. A friends mother got an aluminum Christmas tree with the twirling multicolored light. I thought it was the most beautiful thing I had ever seen.
Yes, yes to the long shelf behind the sofa and maybe have a few cord access spots drilled out along the way for lamps, Christmas or a cool box that is really a phone charger or....well you get it!
I did not even see that little cabinet behind the tension shelving unit until you pointed it out! I love the warm cozy feel of the wood. Really glad you didn't paint anything! Looks great
YESSSSSSS, THE IDEA IS PERFECT FOR THE BOARD, AND YES I HAVE THAT NOW, AND IT WORKS WELL. YOUR SPACES LOOKS AMAZING AND I CANT WAIT TO SEE MORE👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🌻🌻🌻🌻
For this room to be filled with all your and Jesse’s finds must be so rewarding!! You basement is beautiful and such a warm and welcoming space. Thanks for sharing.
Laura, what a beautiful job you have done with that cozy room! I'm 72, female, and you have taken me back in time, lots of memories of my mom and dad's lamps, wall clock and furniture. I'd like to see more about Jessie's record album collection; I still collect and play mine on my turntable from years ago: love that original sound, nothing compares to it. You are such a sweetheart, I enjoy all your videos and the journey you take us on when you shop. You're a young, free-spirited woman with an old soul; continue to be blessed and blessing each of us with your presence. 🤗💖
You have such a great decorating flair! Love seeing how your new home is coming together. Thanks for sharing your journey with us. You are such a positive presence.
Omg Laura, I definitely think you should do the DIY table behind the couch! I also LOVE your space, it looks so cozy. Those bookshelves were made to go in your home.
What a gorgeous family room❗️ Reminds me of our living room but ours was on much smaller scale and cheaper when I was growing up in the 60’s, I graduated in ‘68. Our beautiful mom was a single mom raising six children all on her own. The globe wall hanging I would do side by side and yes on the faux sofa table for holding drinks.
I love your basement. The whole thing, but especially that sectional. Wow Wee!!! And that “zoing” piece - I love that too. You guys are good at picking out art. I suck at that! When you showed the globe, before you even said it was two pieces, I immediately thought the other piece of it was in the next room exactly where that one was - like it was going through the wall! 😂 You should be an interior decorator! ♥️ (I love the idea of the sofa table too!)
Laura, your room makeover is so cozy even though it is so spacious! You are such a go getter with so many great memories!! Your home is created with love, may you have many happy years there!!
Thank you for giving such a detailed explanation of how you decorated, why you chose the pieces you did, and why they fit into your estetics. Also, the education you give us in mid century culture is interesting and invaluable. Many times I see a superficial, ( and dare I say) generic, repetitious, and UA-cam allegorius fluff without the long term knowledge of a study. I know this is long winded, but I really wanted to let you know how much I appreciate the content you offer. Keep it up!
Yes to the board behind the couch for shelving/drinks/lights/plants. I had one for years and recently got rid of it and then it absolutely did turn into a hassle trying to figure out where to put drinks and food. Plus they add dimension and more visual architectural elements. You could also make it shelving down behind the couch to put away things you may not have other space for, like photo albums, blankets, etc.
I love your basement! It is decorated beautifully. I would not paint the beams black. I think they would darken the room and be " heavy" in look. It looks just right as is, cozy and warm.
I know you have heard this already but.... the board shelf behind that fantastic couch is a genius idea! And can I give another round of applause for the couch! I was looking for the trunk or basket full of blankets for the (Paula named) "Cousins Couch". I can just see the kids all snuggled in, half sleeping, half giggling while the adults are in the kitchen doing their holiday cheers. What memories will be made in this room! I have always loved globes and maps, so when I saw those exquisite metal pieces I must admit I squealed. Side by side is a must for these. As for my favorite find in the room ... would have to be your cat. I still remember your reaction to finding him. I have felt that a few times in my life. So now every time I see him or see you pet him I feel the warmth and excitement of finding that unicorn, that something that has eluded me for decades and then one day is there, just silently saying my name. You know it will be with you forever. That the wait was truly worth the searching. Thank you for sharing with us and I'm so glad that you have a partner who can enjoy these adventures with you.
Our tastes are very similar, and I think this room has turned out beautifully. Love it all! The only thing I would add is a room divider next to the steps to the lower level bar. I get really nervous about people falling over the side.
OMG...I feel like just went back to the late 60's...I was a small kid but I still remember the styles...which is what I'm into also.. for me it just brings back good old memories..and I don't know but I feel so at peace and happy when I'm a room that's mid century decors...YOU NAILED IT LAURA.... I'TS SOOOOO GORGEOUS... now just play some 60's cocktail Bossa Nova music...lol
All looks absolutely amazing Laura. I sat thinking how the pieces from the estate sale have been presented so beautifully. What a wonderful compliment to her much loved collectables. I have some pieces that I have collected for many decades that will hopefully end up in some lovely young persons home one day too. You are so talented but the love you have for each item shines through making all the difference 🥰
Jesse and I hope the same someday for our things ❤️ We want to enjoy them while they’re for us to enjoy, take good care of them and then hopefully they’ll get to be enjoyed again after we’re gone and reimagined in new fresh ways ☺️ The circle of vintage! Thank you for the sweet words ❤️❤️
Definitely side by side. What a beautiful room. The cabinet covering the pipe just blends in. With the art held up there, the cabinet is not noticeable. And my vote is to not paint the ceiling beams black. So beautiful! Can’t wait to see your progress.
Dear Laura, your creative potential seems limitless. Oh wow! The house is yours! Your home should tell the story of who you are and be a collection of what you love. All the best dear Laura, you are the best.
Everything looks amazing! I can't choose a favorite item. I think you were right to hesitant about painting the beams black. On the video the darker brown tone of the beams blends so nicely with the other wood tones. Black might be too jarring. Whatever you decide, it will be perfect. A wooden rail behind the couch would be take up little space and would be very convenient for drinks. I didn't even notice the cabinet that hides the duct work until you pointed it out. It is not an eyesore. Wonderful room!
I was going to say the same thing about the wood covering the vent behind the shelf. It blends in and nearly disappears, plus it serves a function to lean the art work on.
Seeing your basement chill room is making me want to redo my entire basement room! I love all your goodies! And that couch looks amazing! I’d want to nap on it everyday! I get so happy when I see you’ve posted a new video! Keep ‘em coming!
I have a shelf behind my couch in the family room and you are right on point as always.Yes, it is nice to have a space to place your drink or snack. It's a great room, fantastic job!!!
I'm blown away! That couch is 110% PERFECT! I love that there aren't any pillows on it, and you just see the fabulous lines of the sofa. It's so right for that space! That basement room was a sterile hole! You are amazing to be able to style it so beautifully and comfortably! Yes, put a shelf behind the sofa, but maybe a few inches lower than the sofa back so it's hidden. And no candles -- we don't want to catch anyone's hair on fire! Lol.
I dont have enough words to describe how beautifully you and Jessie have made this room look and feel. Congratulations!!! To know we can all enjoy many more happy moments in the future is bringing a lot of happiness to me and Im sure all your loyal subscribers. I cant wait for more adventures. xx
Your thrifted room makeover is beautiful. You have such an eye for design, so talented. Absolutely love the big couch. Looks so comfy. I have to say your Lisa Larson kitty is my favorite of all your thrifted finds in the basement. Love them all.
SO JELLY of that couch! And the room to have it fit! That room is EVERYTHING! So inviting and cushy! I'm glad you didn't paint the paneling too! Great work!
I honestly think filling your home with inherited, thrifted or up-cycled items to create your perfect space is one of the most wonderful things! That’s what I’ve done too over decades 😂. Glad you like our tv over here…☺️ 💚🧡🇬🇧🇬🇧
Love seeing your things all together and making your new house a true home. Fun to relive the tales of acquisition. My votes: globes side by side and ABSOLUTELY install the wood shelf around the back of the sofa! Such a great idea. : )
....And yes yes yes to the full length sofa table behind the couch! Brilliant. Add circular holes ever so often for cords to enter for chargers for guests or lamps or lit decor. You won't regret them.
I think you should paint the beams a color that compliments your sofa's color and then add cool pillows to tie everything together. You're so talented and it's fun to watch you get so excited about finding treasures!
I'm a vote for the side-by-side globes. I think your shelf behind the sofa is a great idea. It's not fun to make that huge reach especially if you are one of short stature and grabbing your beverage is an entire trip. lol This room looks fantabulous! Gets me even more geeked for the rest of this gorgeous house!
Looks great, Laura! I was un a panic-wondering where the cat was! Globes? Side by side, but really would have to see the wall and what's around it. Careful of the coffee table! My knees would argue with it, I know. Can't wait to see what you and Jesse do next! 💘
“THE” mid century mod Lamp!! So kool!! Could not believe so many layers of dust had built up on it but oh so worth restoring to it’s original beauty by just using a tooth brush!! Thrilled for you that everything is finally starting to come together for you! All your thrifted finds came together so nicely! I am so impressed with ALL of it! Congrats Laura✨
I love the idea of putting a table behind the couch for drinks. I’m wondering if instead of a diy, you can thrift a few console or sofa tables and rest them end to end since it’s a long area? Thanks for the tour, it’s fantastic!
I have never seen anyone's face glow as much as yours while watching this video. So happy for you. Great idea about the shelving behind the couch. You have done such a fabulous job decorating the room. Can hardly wait to see the rest of the house. Globe, side by side each other and please DON'T paint the beams black. I think it would over power the room and you would loose that comfy relaxing feeling I think you were going for.
Laura, what a precious space is your basement, love how it all came together 😍😍 And yes💪 good idea to make a “table “ behind the couch. We also have it behind our couch and it’s wonderful for styling (and for the cups etc.😋) And when it is behind your couch, the couch comes forwards and then it will be standing on the rug. Go for it🥰
The narrow ledge behind the sectional is an excellent idea. I have done this in a couple of clients' homes and it works great. Any surface which blends with your decor works a treat.
Love your basement room! But I have to tell you, I didn't even notice the cabinet behind the shelf until you pointed it out. I think what you've done in displaying pictures against it works well -- far better than an exposed pipe painted black. If I were you, I'd leave it exactly as it is. Absolutely beautiful room.
We have a huge living room with a giant sofa much like yours. Ours sits in the middle of the room. My daughter and a friend built custom sofa table to sit behind and along one side. It looks great and is sooo functional! I definitely recommend you do the shelf/sofa tables that you mentioned. It will look so good and will be so handy! You’ll love it!!!
I say yes to the board! I did the exact same thing in my old townhouse where I raised my daughter. It had a really strange layout and the couch only fit on one wall that was the exact same length so I couldn't have side tables. It was also was too narrow of a room to put a coffee table in cuz it blocked the walkway. So I diy'd a shelf from a stained board with L brackets so we could set our drinks somewhere and also use it to display some decor!
The custom shelf is a must. I just finished a home with a huge sofa like yours and if it wasn't for the custom mirrored "boxes" running behind the entire "L", it would not be comfortable. Thank you for your fab content!
At 12:47---talking about your glass top coffee table contrasting well with the rug's texture.....honestly, it's the BEST contrast/compliment to your HUGE sofa. I know from experience that having a glass top table in a space with heavy furniture effectively keeps a feeling of 'flow' and greatly reduces the feeling of BULK that solid tables (even smaller ones) create when paired with super heavy/large furniture.
Love your space: it is warm and inviting. The board is a good idea. I'd stagger the globes, I think that shows more imagination than just side by side. Your videos are my favorite because you always have so much enthusiasm. Keep up the good work.
It looks fantastic! I would not change one thing. The beams look beautiful as they are, I would not paint them black. The thing I love most about your space....is you have designed it to celebrate family, togetherness and fun. Anyone fortunate to be invited to your movie night is surely to feel very welcomed. Your family, nieces and nephews will talk of Aunt Laura and Uncle Jesse's house gatherings for the rest of their lives..Making memories - a treasure for the heart & soul.
Awww this just made me tear up! My 7 year old niece begs her mom to let her come over whenever she’s coming by to check out the progress. It makes me so happy! After 4 years of feeling isolated because the traffic was so terrible to get to our home, this is the exact reason we moved back 🥰 To create these special memories together ❤️ First thing she does when she comes over is to run to the top floor, throw something down the laundry chute, run down to the basement and exclaim “laundry chute still works” 😂
@@leftcoastrevivals Awwwh your house is magical to her! And you and Jesse are the coolest Aunt & Uncle for sure in her eyes. Years from now she will tell her own children of you both & the amazing times your family had in the home. You & Jesse have been chosen as the proprietors of an amazing home that is going to bring your family such wonderful memories. But don't forget the pictures...please. We want to see the pictures! God Bless you and Jesse as you enjoy your 1st holidays being...HOME. ❤
I was born in 1952 and grew up calling a sofa a "davenport". When I got to grade school nobody knew what I was talking about! it was like a foreign language. While sofa and couch are interchangeable, most people in the trade use the word sofa. I have spent three days binging you on UA-cam. You are so very talented and relaxing to watch! Thank you!
My generation grew up calling them couches. Funny for each generation and region has their own words 😆 I can’t wait to see what the younger generations call them.
Love the side by side for the brass globe art and we used to have a 6inch shelf/table behind our sectional against the wall in our old house and we loved it! I really like your idea of doing a waterfall type look on the ends.
All looks fabulous amazing all the things you have put together Re the shelf behind the sofa, no candles- fire hazard with fabric of sofa and hair when people are sitting down. Everything else sounds wonderful . So enjoying watching you put it all together x
1) Your vision is so good and To see how you’ve pulled it together in this space is amazing 2) I vote side by side globes and, 3) yes the board is probably a great idea.
What a great space to relax and unwind! The couch is perfect to curl up with a good book or a movie. I can see lots of happy gatherings there. Beautiful but relaxed and comfortable.
Your space looks very homey, comfortable and cozy! ! What I like about second hand items is that there is a story that comes with finding exchange of them! Plus the hunt is fun and makes the find even better! I would hang the globes side by side and the a shelf behind the couch would give a great console "table" Look! A place to put your drinks etc without crowding your space with mini tables.❤❤❤
We've had high slender tables behind the sofa, and you're right - it's convenient to keep your drink on the table behind the sofa. What you're describing sounds like a drink railing at a bar that has a big dance floor in the middle. You set your drink on the railing & you can keep your eye on it while you dance. Great idea!
This room is amazing. The sectional looks perfect. This room must be large. I love that you kept all the wood panels as is. The ceiling is beautiful. I like your idea adding wood all around sofa for holding decor or drinks. I think hanging the globe art side by side will be more attractive. You have a lot of talent in finding and displaying thrift store items and making it unique. I can’t wait to see how you decorate each room. Love your home.🏠
Love the idea of the board behind the couch, it can be very subtle just about 6 inches in depth and you could even instal charging points at various intervals having those hidden away as well 😀
The space is fabulous! I'm green with envy..that couch!! I do love the idea of a shelf behind it as you suggest. The bombshell bar is going to be sooo cool! SO love that Jessie is as invested in the decorating of your place as you are. You two truly are a fabulous team.
This space turned out fantastic! You have great taste Laura and you have inspired me to do a lot of thrifting for my own home. It is so fun to recognize the pieces that you scored in previous episodes too :) Congratulations on your beautiful home!!
I have to say I’ve never been a fan of mid century modern, I know don’t gasp😀 you have styled your home so beautifully that I’m seeing the light. I’m 68 years old next month so you see I grew up with early American, mid century modern, traditional. You have got the Eye for it for sure. Beautiful 🤩
Thanks Wanda! Haha I’m glad you’re coming around 😆❤️
Hi beautiful Laura xx You are happy and it shows😘 great idea putting a “shelf” behind the sofa for drinks and of course popcorn👏I would personally source a round or oval coffee table as I feel it would soften the square lines. You have GREAT taste. I am also on the look out for any type of mid century bull when I’m out thrifting here in the UK. P.s You’re more than welcome to come and stay with me if ever you come this side of the pond 💃
Wanda, I’m 67 and same for me. I grew up with this style (also like Laura, in Oregon). I’m very nostalgic for some of the things from that era. Laura does it up better that the originals!! I love her esthetic! 💚💚💚
I feel the same way. I am a vintage glass/transfer ware/salt glaze pottery/states metal collector. I never cared for mid century or bohemian decor until I found Laura’s channel. Now I’m always on the watch for her latest video and have binge watched so many of her videos. She’s so likable and talented.
68 in September here in coastal NC. And yes, so aware because I saw this style in TV shows, but I grew in in a less than affluent place that never got on board with mid century. All family and locals were still stuck in the 40s and 50s. A friends mother got an aluminum Christmas tree with the twirling multicolored light. I thought it was the most beautiful thing I had ever seen.
Yes, yes to the long shelf behind the sofa and maybe have a few cord access spots drilled out along the way for lamps, Christmas or a cool box that is really a phone charger or....well you get it!
Wonderful idea!!! Yes
It's a YES from me! So practical and it will look awesome. xo
I agree with the shelf behind the couch!
I like all the variation in wood tones - including the beams. The sectional is perfect.
Your space is beautiful! I like the side by side idea for the globe. Having a board behind the sofa for drinks is a great, practical idea.
I did not even see that little cabinet behind the tension shelving unit until you pointed it out! I love the warm cozy feel of the wood. Really glad you didn't paint anything! Looks great
How cool it must be to have a husband that enjoys treasure hunting as much as you do! Cool husband award definitely!
YESSSSSSS, THE IDEA IS PERFECT FOR THE BOARD, AND YES I HAVE THAT NOW, AND IT WORKS WELL. YOUR SPACES LOOKS AMAZING AND I CANT WAIT TO SEE MORE👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🌻🌻🌻🌻
Thanks Vanessa!! 😄❤️
Absolutely! Same as Vanessa! I have some cut outs, for charging cords in mine!
For this room to be filled with all your and Jesse’s finds must be so rewarding!! You basement is beautiful and such a warm and welcoming space. Thanks for sharing.
Looks amazing! If you do a DIY table behind the couch, I bet you could include inset power outlets, that might be handy, too.
Great idea!! You’ll be able to plug in a lamp or chargers for your devices!
Laura, what a beautiful job you have done with that cozy room! I'm 72, female, and you have taken me back in time, lots of memories of my mom and dad's lamps, wall clock and furniture. I'd like to see more about Jessie's record album collection; I still collect and play mine on my turntable from years ago: love that original sound, nothing compares to it. You are such a sweetheart, I enjoy all your videos and the journey you take us on when you shop. You're a young, free-spirited woman with an old soul; continue to be blessed and blessing each of us with your presence. 🤗💖
You have such a great decorating flair! Love seeing how your new home is coming together. Thanks for sharing your journey with us. You are such a positive presence.
Omg Laura, I definitely think you should do the DIY table behind the couch! I also LOVE your space, it looks so cozy. Those bookshelves were made to go in your home.
What she said ^^^ 😉😍
Love your basement! It's amazing. I vote side by side & Yes on the sofa table...looking forward to seeing how it all turns out. ❤
What a gorgeous family room❗️ Reminds me of our living room but ours was on much smaller scale and cheaper when I was growing up in the 60’s, I graduated in ‘68. Our beautiful mom was a single mom raising six children all on her own. The globe wall hanging I would do side by side and yes on the faux sofa table for holding drinks.
Magnificent room, Laura! What a grand idea to fix up a comfortable space when the rest of the house is in disarray.
I love your basement. The whole thing, but especially that sectional. Wow Wee!!! And that “zoing” piece - I love that too. You guys are good at picking out art. I suck at that! When you showed the globe, before you even said it was two pieces, I immediately thought the other piece of it was in the next room exactly where that one was - like it was going through the wall! 😂 You should be an interior decorator! ♥️ (I love the idea of the sofa table too!)
Laura I love watching you shop for all your treasures and then seeing how you put them in your decor. You are amazing. ❤
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Laura, your room makeover is so cozy even though it is so spacious! You are such a go getter with so many great memories!! Your home is created with love, may you have many happy years there!!
For the map art, definitely side by side and touching. And the idea of a sofa table behind the couch is a good one. Love your room.
Your idea for the world globes to hang side by side touching is exactly how they were meant to hang. Nice job!☺️👍
That's how Maps look too!
Thank you for giving such a detailed explanation of how you decorated, why you chose the pieces you did, and why they fit into your estetics. Also, the education you give us in mid century culture is interesting and invaluable. Many times I see a superficial, ( and dare I say) generic, repetitious, and UA-cam allegorius fluff without the long term knowledge of a study. I know this is long winded, but I really wanted to let you know how much I appreciate the content you offer. Keep it up!
Yes to the board behind the couch for shelving/drinks/lights/plants. I had one for years and recently got rid of it and then it absolutely did turn into a hassle trying to figure out where to put drinks and food. Plus they add dimension and more visual architectural elements. You could also make it shelving down behind the couch to put away things you may not have other space for, like photo albums, blankets, etc.
Or for storing food storage and emergency preparedness items.
I love your basement! It is decorated beautifully. I would not paint the beams black. I think they would darken the room and be " heavy" in look. It looks just right as is, cozy and warm.
I know you have heard this already but.... the board shelf behind that fantastic couch is a genius idea! And can I give another round of applause for the couch! I was looking for the trunk or basket full of blankets for the (Paula named) "Cousins Couch". I can just see the kids all snuggled in, half sleeping, half giggling while the adults are in the kitchen doing their holiday cheers. What memories will be made in this room!
I have always loved globes and maps, so when I saw those exquisite metal pieces I must admit I squealed. Side by side is a must for these.
As for my favorite find in the room ... would have to be your cat. I still remember your reaction to finding him. I have felt that a few times in my life. So now every time I see him or see you pet him I feel the warmth and excitement of finding that unicorn, that something that has eluded me for decades and then one day is there, just silently saying my name. You know it will be with you forever. That the wait was truly worth the searching.
Thank you for sharing with us and I'm so glad that you have a partner who can enjoy these adventures with you.
Our tastes are very similar, and I think this room has turned out beautifully. Love it all! The only thing I would add is a room divider next to the steps to the lower level bar. I get really nervous about people falling over the side.
OMG...I feel like just went back to the late 60's...I was a small kid but I still remember the styles...which is what I'm into also.. for me it just brings back good old memories..and I don't know but I feel so at peace and happy when I'm a room that's mid century decors...YOU NAILED IT LAURA.... I'TS SOOOOO GORGEOUS... now just play some 60's cocktail Bossa Nova music...lol
All looks absolutely amazing Laura. I sat thinking how the pieces from the estate sale have been presented so beautifully. What a wonderful compliment to her much loved collectables. I have some pieces that I have collected for many decades that will hopefully end up in some lovely young persons home one day too. You are so talented but the love you have for each item shines through making all the difference 🥰
Jesse and I hope the same someday for our things ❤️ We want to enjoy them while they’re for us to enjoy, take good care of them and then hopefully they’ll get to be enjoyed again after we’re gone and reimagined in new fresh ways ☺️ The circle of vintage! Thank you for the sweet words ❤️❤️
Definitely side by side. What a beautiful room. The cabinet covering the pipe just blends in. With the art held up there, the cabinet is not noticeable. And my vote is to not paint the ceiling beams black. So beautiful! Can’t wait to see your progress.
I love the basement!!!! That cabinet behind the art work really blends in. I didnt even notice it much until you pointed it out.
Dear Laura, your creative potential seems limitless. Oh wow! The house is yours! Your home should tell the story of who you are and be a collection of what you love. All the best dear Laura, you are the best.
Everything looks wonderful, and the couch is just fantastic. MCM is twice as nice with The Caldwell Touch! Enjoy! 🎉
I agree! Laura does MCM better than it was in the 50’s/60’s!!!
P.s. yesss to the drink table behind your sofa!
Everything looks amazing! I can't choose a favorite item. I think you were right to hesitant about painting the beams black. On the video the darker brown tone of the beams blends so nicely with the other wood tones. Black might be too jarring. Whatever you decide, it will be perfect. A wooden rail behind the couch would be take up little space and would be very convenient for drinks. I didn't even notice the cabinet that hides the duct work until you pointed it out. It is not an eyesore. Wonderful room!
Ditto
I was going to say the same thing about the wood covering the vent behind the shelf. It blends in and nearly disappears, plus it serves a function to lean the art work on.
I totally agree
Seeing your basement chill room is making me want to redo my entire basement room! I love all your goodies! And that couch looks amazing! I’d want to nap on it everyday! I get so happy when I see you’ve posted a new video! Keep ‘em coming!
I have a shelf behind my couch in the family room and you are right on point as always.Yes, it is nice to have a space to place your drink or snack. It's a great room, fantastic job!!!
I'm blown away! That couch is 110% PERFECT! I love that there aren't any pillows on it, and you just see the fabulous lines of the sofa. It's so right for that space!
That basement room was a sterile hole! You are amazing to be able to style it so beautifully and comfortably!
Yes, put a shelf behind the sofa, but maybe a few inches lower than the sofa back so it's hidden. And no candles -- we don't want to catch anyone's hair on fire! Lol.
It’s a wonderful room! IMO leave the beams, leave the shutter wall cabinet and yes to the shelf. You have a true artistic eye Laura!
You did right by not painting the paneling! It's warm and cozy. Beautiful room!
I dont have enough words to describe how beautifully you and Jessie have made this room look and feel. Congratulations!!! To know we can all enjoy many more happy moments in the future is bringing a lot of happiness to me and Im sure all your loyal subscribers. I cant wait for more adventures. xx
It's like stepping back in time into a 1960`s den..so reminiscent of my childhood. Beautiful!
Room looks gorgeous! Should be in a magazine!
Looks awesome and the huge couch fills that space well and you'll have plenty of cozy seating.
Your thrifted room makeover is beautiful. You have such an eye for design, so talented. Absolutely love the big couch. Looks so comfy. I have to say your Lisa Larson kitty is my favorite of all your thrifted finds in the basement. Love them all.
Thank you so much! ❤️❤️
SO JELLY of that couch! And the room to have it fit! That room is EVERYTHING! So inviting and cushy! I'm glad you didn't paint the paneling too! Great work!
Looks great. You really have a gift for putting things together. Wonderful job !!
I honestly think filling your home with inherited, thrifted or up-cycled items to create your perfect space is one of the most wonderful things! That’s what I’ve done too over decades 😂. Glad you like our tv over here…☺️ 💚🧡🇬🇧🇬🇧
Love seeing your things all together and making your new house a true home. Fun to relive the tales of acquisition. My votes: globes side by side and ABSOLUTELY install the wood shelf around the back of the sofa! Such a great idea. : )
Side by side. The board behind the couch idea is brilliant!
Love how your home is coming together.
The idea of a shelf is awesome Laura, you have such a wonderful gift of putting things together, you are an inspiration- love your videos 🇨🇦
That couch! Wowza! The room is epic. I say yes on the pseudo couch table project. It would really serve you well on movie night.
Keep doing you 💗
....And yes yes yes to the full length sofa table behind the couch! Brilliant. Add circular holes ever so often for cords to enter for chargers for guests or lamps or lit decor. You won't regret them.
Hi Laura! I love how your basement turned out. Has such a homey vibe. I can't wait to see the transformation of each room. Many blessings.
Thank you!! Putting finishing touches on my office 😄 Can’t wait to share it!
I think you should paint the beams a color that compliments your sofa's color and then add cool pillows to tie everything together. You're so talented and it's fun to watch you get so excited about finding treasures!
I'm a vote for the side-by-side globes. I think your shelf behind the sofa is a great idea. It's not fun to make that huge reach especially if you are one of short stature and grabbing your beverage is an entire trip. lol
This room looks fantabulous! Gets me even more geeked for the rest of this gorgeous house!
I think I just need Laura to come decorate my house! I love everything about this basement! 😍
Looks great, Laura! I was un a panic-wondering where the cat was! Globes? Side by side, but really would have to see the wall and what's around it. Careful of the coffee table! My knees would argue with it, I know. Can't wait to see what you and Jesse do next! 💘
“THE” mid century mod Lamp!! So kool!! Could not believe so many layers of dust had built up on it but oh so worth restoring to it’s original beauty by just using a tooth brush!! Thrilled for you that everything is finally starting to come together for you! All your thrifted finds came together so nicely! I am so impressed with ALL of it! Congrats Laura✨
I love the idea of putting a table behind the couch for drinks. I’m wondering if instead of a diy, you can thrift a few console or sofa tables and rest them end to end since it’s a long area? Thanks for the tour, it’s fantastic!
I love the sofa table idea!! Functional and more places to put more cutie little things is a winning combination in my eyes! 😂
I have never seen anyone's face glow as much as yours while watching this video. So happy for you. Great idea about the shelving behind the couch. You have done such a fabulous job decorating the room. Can hardly wait to see the rest of the house. Globe, side by side each other and please DON'T paint the beams black. I think it would over power the room and you would loose that comfy relaxing feeling I think you were going for.
As a child of the 70’s…..this reminds me of growing up. It’s just gorgeous. I love your use of colours and eclectic pieces.perfection ❤️
Side by side. Love your ideas, so often out of the box.
Side by side for sure (map wall hangings). Love the room. I was born in the 50’s so real nostalgic.
Laura, what a precious space is your basement, love how it all came together 😍😍
And yes💪 good idea to make a “table “ behind the couch. We also have it behind our couch and it’s wonderful for styling (and for the cups etc.😋)
And when it is behind your couch, the couch comes forwards and then it will be standing on the rug.
Go for it🥰
I absolutely love this room, especially that stunning couch💙 Your decor is out of this world!!
A long shelf behind the couch is a great solution. I like the idea of the globes side by side. This room looks fabulous!
The narrow ledge behind the sectional is an excellent idea. I have done this in a couple of clients' homes and it works great. Any surface which blends with your decor works a treat.
Are you kidding me I love watching your videos and miss it when you don’t post any. Have learned a lot from them. Keep up the great work.
Love your basement room! But I have to tell you, I didn't even notice the cabinet behind the shelf until you pointed it out. I think what you've done in displaying pictures against it works well -- far better than an exposed pipe painted black. If I were you, I'd leave it exactly as it is. Absolutely beautiful room.
I think the idea of a shelf behind the couch is a brilliant idea!
We have a huge living room with a giant sofa much like yours. Ours sits in the middle of the room. My daughter and a friend built custom sofa table to sit behind and along one side. It looks great and is sooo functional! I definitely recommend you do the shelf/sofa tables that you mentioned. It will look so good and will be so handy! You’ll love it!!!
I say yes to the board! I did the exact same thing in my old townhouse where I raised my daughter. It had a really strange layout and the couch only fit on one wall that was the exact same length so I couldn't have side tables. It was also was too narrow of a room to put a coffee table in cuz it blocked the walkway. So I diy'd a shelf from a stained board with L brackets so we could set our drinks somewhere and also use it to display some decor!
The Caldwell Crib is super cool! 😎
The custom shelf is a must. I just finished a home with a huge sofa like yours and if it wasn't for the custom mirrored "boxes" running behind the entire "L", it would not be comfortable. Thank you for your fab content!
Side by Side….like the vintage song!! The basement is SENSATIONAL. Enjoy!
At 12:47---talking about your glass top coffee table contrasting well with the rug's texture.....honestly, it's the BEST contrast/compliment to your HUGE sofa. I know from experience that having a glass top table in a space with heavy furniture effectively keeps a feeling of 'flow' and greatly reduces the feeling of BULK that solid tables (even smaller ones) create when paired with super heavy/large furniture.
In my opinion you should hang the “hemisphere globes” side by side. They are amazing!
Love your space: it is warm and inviting. The board is a good idea. I'd stagger the globes, I think that shows more imagination than just side by side. Your videos are my favorite because you always have so much enthusiasm. Keep up the good work.
It looks fantastic! I would not change one thing. The beams look beautiful as they are, I would not paint them black.
The thing I love most about your space....is you have designed it to celebrate family, togetherness and fun. Anyone fortunate to be invited to your movie night is surely to feel very welcomed. Your family, nieces and nephews will talk of Aunt Laura and Uncle Jesse's house gatherings for the rest of their lives..Making memories - a treasure for the heart & soul.
Awww this just made me tear up! My 7 year old niece begs her mom to let her come over whenever she’s coming by to check out the progress. It makes me so happy! After 4 years of feeling isolated because the traffic was so terrible to get to our home, this is the exact reason we moved back 🥰 To create these special memories together ❤️ First thing she does when she comes over is to run to the top floor, throw something down the laundry chute, run down to the basement and exclaim “laundry chute still works” 😂
@@leftcoastrevivals Awwwh your house is magical to her!
And you and Jesse are the coolest Aunt & Uncle for sure in her eyes. Years from now she will tell her own children of you both & the amazing times your family had in the home.
You & Jesse have been chosen as the proprietors of an amazing home that is going to bring your family such wonderful memories. But don't forget the pictures...please. We want to see the pictures!
God Bless you and Jesse as you enjoy your 1st holidays being...HOME. ❤
I was born in 1952 and grew up calling a sofa a "davenport". When I got to grade school nobody knew what I was talking about! it was like a foreign language. While sofa and couch are interchangeable, most people in the trade use the word sofa. I have spent three days binging you on UA-cam. You are so very talented and relaxing to watch! Thank you!
My generation grew up calling them couches. Funny for each generation and region has their own words 😆 I can’t wait to see what the younger generations call them.
Fantastic! You definitely achieved your comfy and cozy space. Your ability to style a room is so impressive. Thanks so much for sharing.
Love the side by side for the brass globe art and we used to have a 6inch shelf/table behind our sectional against the wall in our old house and we loved it! I really like your idea of doing a waterfall type look on the ends.
All looks fabulous amazing all the things you have put together Re the shelf behind the sofa, no candles- fire hazard with fabric of sofa and hair when people are sitting down. Everything else sounds wonderful . So enjoying watching you put it all together x
Basement looks amazing, such a good call on the wood paneling. Making those tables to behind your couch are super easy to make. Go for it.
That room is so you. Loved to see your best finds on display.
Laura, this is just gorgeous...I loved how I can remember where you found so many of your finds! Yes, to the sofa board behind the couch...
As always, Laura’s Talent is God Given!
1) Your vision is so good and To see how you’ve pulled it together in this space is amazing 2) I vote side by side globes and, 3) yes the board is probably a great idea.
What a great space to relax and unwind! The couch is perfect to curl up with a good book or a movie. I can see lots of happy gatherings there. Beautiful but relaxed and comfortable.
Your space looks very homey, comfortable and cozy! ! What I like about second hand items is that there is a story that comes with finding exchange of them! Plus the hunt is fun and makes the find even better! I would hang the globes side by side and the a shelf behind the couch would give a great console "table" Look! A place to put your drinks etc without crowding your space with mini tables.❤❤❤
We've had high slender tables behind the sofa, and you're right - it's convenient to keep your drink on the table behind the sofa. What you're describing sounds like a drink railing at a bar that has a big dance floor in the middle. You set your drink on the railing & you can keep your eye on it while you dance. Great idea!
This room is amazing. The sectional looks perfect. This room must be large. I love that you kept all the wood panels as is. The ceiling is beautiful. I like your idea adding wood all around sofa for holding decor or drinks. I think hanging the globe art side by side will be more attractive. You have a lot of talent in finding and displaying thrift store items and making it unique. I can’t wait to see how you decorate each room. Love your home.🏠
You have done an amazing job on this room. It exudes warmth and style. Just lovely. ❤️
Your idea of a drink shelf behind your couch is a great idea!!
Love the idea of the board behind the couch, it can be very subtle just about 6 inches in depth and you could even instal charging points at various intervals having those hidden away as well 😀
The space is fabulous! I'm green with envy..that couch!! I do love the idea of a shelf behind it as you suggest. The bombshell bar is going to be sooo cool! SO love that Jessie is as invested in the decorating of your place as you are. You two truly are a fabulous team.
Yes to the shelf behind the couch. You have plenty of space and it makes since.
Thank you for the tour of your home. Its lovely 😍
This space turned out fantastic! You have great taste Laura and you have inspired me to do a lot of thrifting for my own home. It is so fun to recognize the pieces that you scored in previous episodes too :)
Congratulations on your beautiful home!!
I love the idea of the sofa couch running behind the sofa! I can't wait to see it!