Tuesday, January 27, 2009

move in ready + completely furnished

Yesterday afternoon, after leaving my final Monday at my part-time job, and instead of working on actual work (Jammie, I owe you times!), I couldn't help but set up the rest of my office. I suppose the painting on Sunday motivated me to get ready for next week. I still cannot believe it came out exactly like I was hoping and under budget, too.

Without further ado, here is the whole room.

my old dresser that is now a secret bookcase + storage unit

the tropical plants, which may not survive the winter!
half of my IKEA desk. guest seating - I have a feeling Olive will be hanging out here.
red IKEA chairs.my lovely desk and snazzy new lamp

35 lovely comment(s):

Erin N. Jan 27, 2009 8:04:00 AM  

Adorable! I love your details! The plant stand is gorgeous and the red touches on your desk are so sweet.

Heather Jan 27, 2009 8:12:00 AM  

Nice! I love the colors!!

Caroline @ bubbly bride Jan 27, 2009 8:32:00 AM  

The red chairs against the color on the wall looks fabulous!! It is always helpful to have a happy office :)

Aaron - Captured Productions Jan 27, 2009 9:29:00 AM  

Oh man I better hide this from Renee', she will for sure be looking for an upgrade on her office. Very nice, I love it, it makes me want to be a client :-)

Erika Gregory Jan 27, 2009 9:33:00 AM  

Those red chairs are to die for.....

SJO Photography Jan 27, 2009 9:38:00 AM  

Aletha! It is beautiful! Very well done.

Kelly Braman Photography Jan 27, 2009 9:38:00 AM  

Your office is adorable! I love the personal touches and the pop of red was a great choice! Looking forward to seeing it soon! How exciting for you! :)

saundra, event engineer Jan 27, 2009 9:48:00 AM  

It's precious! Where's the mess? :-)

Miranda Jan 27, 2009 9:54:00 AM  

very clean and refreshing! Love the chair choice a nice red to give the room it's pop. I have those chairs too in off white for my studio very comfy.

Alison Jan 27, 2009 9:54:00 AM  

Oh my goodness! So cozy and homey..Adorable! I Cannot wait to check it out! i love ikea. nice work, aletha!

The Perfect Solutions Jan 27, 2009 9:55:00 AM  

Love the colors and the clean look. So excited for you!

melissa diekema Jan 27, 2009 9:58:00 AM  

wow! it looks perfect (and I expected nothing less from you, of course)
my favorite are the red chairs :)

Keri Kolpanen Jan 27, 2009 10:01:00 AM  

When can you come and decorate our house?! I loooooove it!!

Laura: Le Jour Parfait Jan 27, 2009 10:06:00 AM  

Looks great, Aletha. Congrats!

Lynn, West Park Photography Jan 27, 2009 10:08:00 AM  

Wow, it looks great. You must be so excited that it's finished! I love your plant stand - can you tell me where you got it? Our plants usually live in our (unheated) Florida room, and I amassed quite the jungle over this summer. I had to bring them in once it got cold and I really need some plant stands to position them somewhere with more light. I like how that one accommodates a few containers.

I love the pop of red against the blue....it injects the whole room with energy.

I'm assuming you hit the Ikea in Canton, or did you have everything delivered? Next time you are on our side of the state, we'd love to grab lunch or coffee. :)

bridal buzz Jan 27, 2009 10:38:00 AM  

It's gorgeous! I love the red and blue combo, so trendy! and clean looking! Thanks for sharing! :)

Michelle@Memorable Events Jan 27, 2009 10:49:00 AM  

looks fantastic!! I just have to finish cleaning my before I post pics :)

Tara Jan 27, 2009 11:20:00 AM  

Aletha- it is just perfect! love the colors, love the clean style, and love the framed magazine coverage... looks like a fun, inspiring office to work full time in! congrats!

ksenija Jan 27, 2009 11:56:00 AM  

it looks AWESOME!!! how exciting Aletha!!!

Jennifer Jan 27, 2009 12:18:00 PM  

I love it! It looks beautiful Aletha and it seems like a very inspiring room! Congratulations!

AN ATLANTA BRIDE Jan 27, 2009 2:48:00 PM  

Aletha, congrat's on your leap of faith! What a great look for a home office. It's fresh, friendly and fantastic! Everything turned out beautiful :) I wish you lots of inspiration within those walls! Don't forget...office lights out by 8 pm! :) I can't wait to see the many more accomplishments that will bring added happiness your way!

Jena Lepitzki Jan 27, 2009 3:09:00 PM  

I love it!

I am a huge fan of Ikea, so I love the desk and chairs.

As well as, your matching blog/room colours.

jessica lynn Jan 27, 2009 3:50:00 PM  

LOVES IT! When can I come visit?!

Inspired Events by Nycia Jan 27, 2009 3:55:00 PM  

How inviting!! I love the red chairs, nothing like a pop of color!!

k.holly photography Jan 27, 2009 4:41:00 PM  

It looks fantastic Aletha! I can't wait to see it next week!

Courtney Jan 27, 2009 5:36:00 PM  

Blue & Red and lovely all over. Your office is beautiful. Great job.

I really like the framed magazines, too.

Congratulations Aletha.

Vineyard Vogue Jan 27, 2009 6:09:00 PM  

Your office is beautiful! :)

This is my first time commenting.. I have enjoyed reading your blog for the past couple of months! My fiance and I are planning a September 12th wedding and we found our photographer on your site! Congrats on the new office and keep up the great work!

Genevieve McKeiver Photography Jan 28, 2009 8:33:00 AM  

I love it! The color is the same as what I just painted my bedroom. Can't wait to see it next week!

Katie Jo Jan 28, 2009 2:24:00 PM  

I'm lusting after your office right now. It's delicious.

Jessica @ budgetsavvybride Jan 28, 2009 3:41:00 PM  

soooooo chic!!! i LOVE it!!!

letrice@Le'Penn Designs Jan 28, 2009 11:25:00 PM  

Office looks great Aletha! The perfect compliment to your brand!!

Spark Creative Photography Jan 29, 2009 3:04:00 PM  

The red chairs really POP! Love them!

jennifer wilson Jan 29, 2009 3:07:00 PM  

looks great! don't you just love ikea???!!! you can't go wrong! congrats again on becoming "full time"!

ZenadiaDesign Jan 30, 2009 12:33:00 PM  

I love the chairs!! Congrats on the new office =)

Erika Piquant Jan 30, 2009 11:24:00 PM  

I love it! I know how you feel to move into your new office space. Eco-Posh Events also just moved into a new space(yey). Please, check it out when you have a moment, a work in process but... my home away from home.

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