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    Home » DIY Projects

    Modern Coastal Studio Office Reveal

    Published: Jul 9, 2014 · Modified: Jan 28, 2023 by Simple Stylings · This post may contain affiliate links · 87 Comments

    Happy Wednesday Friends!

    I'm so excited to show you my studio office today!

    I've got to tell you this was probably the most difficult space that I've had to photograph. Mostly because the ceiling has weird vaulted angles and the window is directly at the back of the office and the light floods straight ahead. This is great for working but bad for photographing! Also, the space is long and narrow so it's hard to a great shot of the large gallery wall.

    But enough of the excuses! Here goes nothing...

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    And here is the before! Isn't it horrible? I was so glad to see the blue go BAH-bye!

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    Let me warn you this post is going to be picture heavy because I had a hard time editing and I will be posting more details soon. This space is full of DIY's!

    This is my desk area and you can see the DIY desk, bulletin board, office chair and basket pendant (post to come).

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    I love this little corner to the right of my desk. The mirror is a HomeGoods find and the coffee filter pom poms are left over from our Christmas mantel.

    And our fiddle leaf fig is still hanging in there too!

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    The bookshelves seemed massive to me when it came to styling and they were one of the hardest parts of the room to complete but I'm pretty happy with the results finally. I would have preferred not to use so many baskets but I needed them for storage and I already had them so there was no need to buy anything new.

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    I used four of these white Ikea plastic bins (two on either bookcase) to store little man's arts, crafts, toys and books.

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    I hot glued some of my son's dinosaurs to the lids of these storage jars as handles and painted them gold. Aren't they fun?!?

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    Here is little man's homework area and my endless collection of HomeGoods wrapping paper.

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    And here is the gallery wall and some of my favorite parts.

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    I also installed an Ikea Dignetet curtain wire to hang photography back drops. Yay! Now I have a place to photograph for blog posts.

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    This is a fun little DIY window treatment that I made out of the leftover Ikea fabric. I might have gone a little crazy with the black and white spots :)

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    This modern space is WAY outside my design comfort zone but I really enjoyed putting it together! I incorporated some coastal elements by adding twine to the basket pendant, the oversized woven basket on my desk and paint dipped baskets on the bookshelves.  The accessories, like the shell bowl, starfish, octopus print and large coral, also add a coastal touch.

    This space has to wear so many hats. It's a place for me to blog but also has to function as a small photography studio. We needed space for little man to do his homework as well as office supply and craft storage.

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    Wood tones combined with the white walls and light streaming in make it so cozy in here and fun to work!

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    So do you like it? Is it too modern?

    There are so many details I can't wait to share over the next couple weeks! I'm headed to Atlanta for the DIY blogging conference, Haven, tomorrow so definitely follow along on Instagram for all the fun this weekend!

    I hope you guys have an amazing rest of the week and please leave a comment and let me know what you think!

    LINKING UP:

    Place Of My Taste // Migonis Home // Nap Time Creations // Just A Girl And Her Blog // Liz Marie Blog // Dimples & Tangles //

    House By Hoff // City Farmhouse //

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    6. Shauna

      August 19, 2014 at 8:30 am

      I love the computer chair! I now need to go back to Ikea to get that material because I am going to revamp my own computer chair as it has seen better days! Thanks for the inspiration! :-)

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        August 21, 2014 at 9:36 pm

        Thanks so much Shauna! :)

        Reply
    7. caroljane

      August 17, 2014 at 11:10 am

      What is the wall color? Love the whole room!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        August 18, 2014 at 6:53 am

        Thanks so much Carol! This is what I used for the wall color formula! http://makelyhome.com/lindsay-white/ It's super easy!

        Reply
    8. Nicki

      August 14, 2014 at 12:04 am

      Thank you for joining Pin Your Friday Favorite! I loved scrolling through your beautiful pics (again).

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        August 14, 2014 at 9:50 pm

        Thanks so much Nicki :)

        Reply
    9. Sam M. | Atkinson Drive

      August 08, 2014 at 8:24 am

      Oh my goodness ... this space is GORGEOUS! I'll take everything please :-)
      I'd love for you to join the Pinworthy Projects Link Party - atkinsondrive.com/pinworthy-projects-link-party-42/

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        August 08, 2014 at 8:49 am

        Thanks so much Sam! I really appreciate it!

        Reply
    10. Nicki

      August 07, 2014 at 11:50 pm

      SUCH a stylish space! I love every single detail. Painting everything white made the room seamless, and it appears larger too. Just beautiful. I'm looking forward to the tutorials!
      BTW- I co-host a link party on Fridays called Pin Your Friday Favorite, and we'd be honored to have you join sometime (tshirtjeans.blogspot.com).

      Have a great weekend!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        August 08, 2014 at 1:37 am

        Thank you so much Nicki! I really appreciate it! I'll definitely check out your party!

        Reply
    11. Lauren @ Bless'er House

      August 06, 2014 at 11:37 am

      Everything is absolutely stunning! I am totally swooning over that gallery wall. All of the textures your brought into the space really makes it come alive. I'm highly anticipating your lighting post! I have a wire basket in my craft room waiting for a similar DIY in my kitchen. Lovely job and pinning!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        August 07, 2014 at 4:19 pm

        Thank you so much Lauren! The basket light was super easy! I lots some pics on my computer and I'm trying to retrieve them so I can post the tutorial :(

        Reply
    12. The DIY Homegirl

      August 06, 2014 at 1:03 am

      What a lovely space! The white really opens it up and makes it feel larger. I love all the creative, unique accessories you have. The backdrop hung on a curtain wire is genius! Thanks for sharing and inspiring.

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        August 06, 2014 at 1:16 am

        Thank you so much for stopping by! I'm so happy you like it!!

        Reply
    13. Pam @ Simple Details

      August 05, 2014 at 10:46 pm

      Summer - how on earth did I not comment till now??? So sorry, I saw this amazing makeover earlier and thought I'd come back when I had time to pour over every detail, but didn't realize I missed letting you know what an incredible job you did! Truly filled to the brim with stylish and functional ideas...LOVE!!!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        August 06, 2014 at 1:16 am

        Awww, thanks Pam, you're so sweet! I'm really glad you like it!

        Reply
    14. Lisa

      August 05, 2014 at 5:02 pm

      Can I just say I adore this space!!! So beautifully but together and the curtain screen is genius!!

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        August 05, 2014 at 8:33 pm

        Thank you so so much Lisa!!!

        Reply
    15. Sarah

      July 28, 2014 at 3:35 pm

      SO beautiful - I am loving EVERYTHING in this space!!

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 28, 2014 at 11:51 pm

        Thanks so much Sarah! I really appreciate it!

        Reply
    16. Lindsay

      July 22, 2014 at 11:47 am

      Amazing office space, Summer! It is so lovely and you did such an amazing job. You are so talented, my friend!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 22, 2014 at 1:33 pm

        Thanks so much Lindsay! You are so sweet!

        Reply
    17. [email protected]

      July 20, 2014 at 12:17 pm

      Summer!! It looks so good!! I love all the details. The Dinosaur lid jars are my fav! I also think it was super smart to incorporate a backdrop for your photography. So smart!

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 20, 2014 at 3:47 pm

        Thanks so much Shavonda! My little man loved the dinosaurs too :)

        Reply
    18. Megan

      July 19, 2014 at 12:16 pm

      LOVE this space! All the little details are just great, especially those two toned baskets and the gold lettering on the clear bins. This would be such an inspiring place to work!

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 19, 2014 at 2:45 pm

        Thanks so much Megan! I really appreciate you stopping by!

        Reply
    19. Katie @ Upcycled Treasures

      July 19, 2014 at 10:20 am

      Summer, this space is so incredibly beautiful! I love all of the upcycled details and that gallery wall is amazing!

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 19, 2014 at 2:48 pm

        Aww, you're so sweet Katie! I'm glad you like it!

        Reply
    20. [email protected]

      July 19, 2014 at 7:42 am

      Oh my goodness, it's so beautiful! I love the desk, gallery wall and the canisters with the toys glued on them. Perfect space!

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 19, 2014 at 2:50 pm

        Wow, thanks so much Ashley! I really appreciate it!

        Reply
    21. Kayla @ KR Dixon Designs

      July 19, 2014 at 1:37 am

      It turned out so beautiful! I love that you went outside your comfort zone too! I'm super jealous that you have a dedicated space. I really need to make one for myself somewhere :)

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 19, 2014 at 2:51 pm

        Thanks so much Kayla! My house is small but it is nice to have this bit of extra space!

        Reply
    22. Bethany @ Dwellings By DeVore

      July 18, 2014 at 3:16 pm

      Love it Summer! So many fun details!

      Reply
    23. Kris {Driven by Decor}

      July 17, 2014 at 9:22 pm

      LOVE your studio office - and not only is it beautiful but you can tell that you put a lot of thought in to it to make it a very functional space. And of course I love that gallery wall!!

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 17, 2014 at 9:25 pm

        Thank you so much Kris! I really appreciate it :)

        Reply
    24. Amy

      July 17, 2014 at 1:00 pm

      You can disregard my prior question as I found the answer in your "pallet desk' post! Very cool!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 17, 2014 at 9:12 pm

        You are so sweet for visiting Amy! Please let me know if you have any other questions and good luck with your project! I think fabric or pretty wrapping paper would both look great under the glass on a desk! Shoot me a pic when it's done!

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    25. Amy

      July 17, 2014 at 12:40 pm

      Beautiful room! It's given me a lot of inspiration for my home. I've been wanting to find something (paper/fabric) for under glass on my desk top and I love what you did! Is it fabric or paper and where did you find it? Thanks!

      Reply
    26. Sarah Sofia Knepp

      July 16, 2014 at 3:23 pm

      Summer, what a fun and relaxing place to work! Love all the details! It's so fresh and clean lines. Wishing I had a space in my house like that! You've given me more inspiration for my office.

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 16, 2014 at 4:17 pm

        Thanks so much Sarah! It is a fun place to work :) Glad you like it!

        Reply
    27. Jen @ Migonis Home

      July 16, 2014 at 2:51 pm

      Summer! I LOVE IT!!! I adore all the thoughtful touches you've included!!! I'm featuring it over at the Enchanting Inspiration link party at 8pm tonight! :)
      Jen Migonis

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 16, 2014 at 4:17 pm

        You are so sweet Jen! Thank you so much!!!

        Reply
    28. Michelle @ Elegance & Enchantment

      July 16, 2014 at 11:02 am

      What a beautiful space! I'm in the middle of a home office revamp and I've been spending every spare moment looking around for inspiration. So happy to have found some great ideas from you! That gallery wall is gorgeous. Thanks for sharing! Pinning. :)

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 16, 2014 at 4:20 pm

        Thanks so much Michelle! I really appreciate it!

        Reply
    29. cassie

      July 16, 2014 at 9:33 am

      OK, everyone was talking about this office, but i missed it because i was traveling that day..... OH SUMMER it's amazing!!!!!!!! such a fun and eclectic space! i adore it! :)

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 16, 2014 at 4:21 pm

        Aww, you're too sweet Cassie!! Thanks so much :)

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    30. Yasmina

      July 16, 2014 at 3:30 am

      You done such an amazing job! I love the idea you did with the curtain for the photographs! It's so clever. The room looks so much bigger and lighter!

      I'm so glad to have found your blog
      Have a great week!

      Yasmina

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 16, 2014 at 4:22 pm

        Thank you so much Yasmina!!

        Reply
    31. Heidi @ PartiesforPennies

      July 14, 2014 at 2:10 pm

      Summer…you freakin rock. This is incredible. Fabulous job. I adored getting to know you better at Haven & know huge things are coming your way this year! <3 Heidi

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 14, 2014 at 11:28 pm

        Thank you so much and I LOVED meeting you too! We definitely have to get together again! I dying to take my son to the aquarium in ATL again soon :)

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    32. Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles

      July 13, 2014 at 9:49 pm

      Summer, this is so, so good! I think you have the perfect mix of everything, and so many smart ideas. That gallery wall is so interesting and tells such a story. How clever was the white curtain idea? LOVE that for photos! Well done, friend!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 14, 2014 at 11:29 pm

        Thanks so much Jennifer! That means so much to me and this weekend was SO much fun!

        Reply
    33. Bette

      July 13, 2014 at 8:14 am

      LOVE what you did in your office!! Has lots of personality!:)
      Can you tell me where you got your wooden angel wings??
      I love them since angels hold a special significance for me! Would love to know the source:)
      Thanks much!
      Bette P.

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 14, 2014 at 11:32 pm

        Thanks so much Bette! Gosh, I've had those wings for a long long time but I think I got them at a thrift store. Sorry, I know that's not much help :( but I'll keep my eye open! I feel like I've seen similar things at HomeGoods.

        Reply
    34. [email protected]

      July 10, 2014 at 8:15 pm

      Simply gorgeous makeover! I love it :)

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 14, 2014 at 11:56 pm

        Thank you so much Cindy!

        Reply
    35. Paulina

      July 10, 2014 at 10:41 am

      Oh this is beautiful Summer! Just the right amount of modern and comfy. I love the white palette with warm browns from the baskets and gold accessories. I also really like the desk...having a large worktop is so key for a functional workingspace. Great job!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 14, 2014 at 11:58 pm

        Thank you so much Paulina! I'm so glad you like it. It was way out of my element so I was a little nervous but I am enjoying i!

        Reply
    36. Debbie

      July 09, 2014 at 9:24 pm

      Looks great! I'm so glad all that photography at Carolina is paying off :)

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 10, 2014 at 7:54 am

        Ha! Thanks mom :)

        Reply
    37. Christine

      July 09, 2014 at 7:33 pm

      So perfect and SO you! Bravo. You do need to get some decorating jobs. I would hire you ;)

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 10, 2014 at 7:55 am

        Thanks so much Christine :)

        Reply
    38. Mallory

      July 09, 2014 at 3:58 pm

      Love it, duh!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 10, 2014 at 7:55 am

        Aww you're sweet :) Thanks Mal!

        Reply
    39. liz Rampey

      July 09, 2014 at 3:32 pm

      What an incredible room! Looks amazing!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 10, 2014 at 7:55 am

        Thanks so much Liz!

        Reply
    40. Converse

      July 09, 2014 at 2:34 pm

      Amazing Summer! You are so talented and creative. Can't wait to see it in person (and get more details on how you did it all for my own office).
      PS. fabulous pic of you at your new desk space!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 10, 2014 at 7:56 am

        Thanks so much Converse! Come on any time!

        Reply
    41. Jeanine

      July 09, 2014 at 2:13 pm

      I am usually not a fan of white walled rooms, but this office is to die for! It looks so cozy and seems like the perfect place to create. I think your office is making me realize that white is alright for walls. I love it!!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 10, 2014 at 7:56 am

        Hi Jeanine, I'm not usually a fan of white walls either but they are growing on me. Thanks so much for reading!

        Reply
    42. laura irion

      July 09, 2014 at 12:51 pm

      this is awesome summer!! it is just the right balance of styles. the basket pendant is fantastic (can't wait to see the tutorial!) and i'm sooo jealous for the gold swan tape dispenser!! where did you find that? love it all. bravo, girl.

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 10, 2014 at 7:57 am

        Thanks so much Laura! It was a thrift store score!!

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    43. Rachel

      July 09, 2014 at 11:47 am

      It looks amazing, Summer!!! Great job!!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 10, 2014 at 7:57 am

        Thanks so much Rach!

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    44. Claudia

      July 09, 2014 at 10:24 am

      It looks beautiful and is functional. You have put such attention to detail and I love everything about this room. Congratulations in this stunning transformation. I see interior decorator in your future. Let me know when you are for hire, Summer :o))

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 10, 2014 at 7:58 am

        Thanks so much Claudia! I am for hire anytime :)

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    45. Jen

      July 09, 2014 at 10:14 am

      Wow! so bright & beautiful!
      I think its perfect... You can go modern or vintage or country...I love it!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 10, 2014 at 7:58 am

        Thanks so much Jen!

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    46. Miss Michelle

      July 09, 2014 at 9:52 am

      LOVE IT!!! You are so talented... You need to start taking some decorating jobs!!! I'd hire you!
      Love the wall of memories, misc items...

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 10, 2014 at 7:58 am

        You're too sweet! Thanks Michelle!

        Reply
    47. Amber

      July 09, 2014 at 9:21 am

      Simply stunning, Summer! I love all of the little touches and it isn't too modern! It's the perfect mix! Is it weird that my favorite part may be the photography backdrop because that is such a great idea?!?! :) Enjoy your office and have so much fun at Haven!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        July 10, 2014 at 7:59 am

        Thanks so much Amber! I love the backdrop too, I hope it comes in handy! Wish I was going to meet you at Haven!

        Reply

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