When I was pregnant with Evie, I meant to add a skirt to our simple white bassinet. I never quite got around to it before she was born, but if I had, it would look a lot like the one here. This lady NAILED it.
Check out her whole nursery tour here and also a few more photos on her blog.
PS Some people in the comments section of the Apt Therapy tour were all upset that this nursery is so grown-up looking. I think it’s lovely to have a more sophisticated space for children as long as everything is safe. And I think I feel that way especially about a nursery, since the parents will be the ones with the most vivid memories of time spent in that room! What do you think?
I find it upsetting that others would find it upsetting! A baby is never really going to know what that room is, it really is more for the parents enjoyment. I mean, realistically a baby probably spends more time in their parents room anyhow. I think this room is stunning & if I were a baby I would think it's the bees knees. Kudos to the parents!
I think it's silly to get upset about such a thing!
Also, I find that the room has a lovely, organic feel to it, that if anything would make the baby have more memories from nature reminding settings!
It'a lovely room and I love the mirrored dresser!!!!!
I agree that the nursery is really for the parents and this is an incredible example. So chic!
It is sad, but people on Apartment Therapy are mean. I think they take joy in cutting others down. It would be different if it were constructive, but it rarely is.
This is a lovely space.
I'd be more upset about nurseries that are too juvenile :P I love a sophisticated nursery that blends well with the rest of the home, and this one is lovely! Perhaps it could be a little 'softer' in mood, but it is absolutely beautiful.
I think it's a welcome relief. Good for her for being so bold and daring. I loved it!
She rocked it! It's perfect.
Deirdre is amazing at designing anything, the room is amazing! Glad you liked it Jenny.
I thought those people were being ridiculous. I can't tell you what my nursery looked like, but I hope my parents enjoyed it.
I love sophisticated nurseries, this one is perfect!
This nursery is beautifully put together! And until our babies let us know who they are, they just need our love! So decorate your hearts out – it's your home and your vision! (Your kids will love you for holding to your vision too!)
I can't believe people were upset. I feel like nurseries are so controversial. I think its TOTES refreshing that its sophisticated and it doesn't always have to be about the baby blue and pink, people! :)
I totally agree with you! The "baby period" goes SO quickly. It's nice to have a space they can grow into.
Cheers!
Elizabeth
Covet du Jour
That wa one of my favorite nursery tours ever on AT! I think in general there seems to be a bit of a backlash against making nurseries less juvenile and more sophisticated. I don't get it at all. Like you said, the nursery is more for the parents and if they have created a room they love that will be full of love for their little one, who are these people to judge? I am not a fan of the cattiness on the AT site.
Gorgeous – that nursery is a little slice of heaven!
I love that room!! Gorgeous and refreshing! Everyone is right in saying that it's really more for the parents. And I swear the people that comment at Apt Therapy look to cut people and their spacesprojects down. It's so rude!! Grow up people!
I prefer the more grown up looking nurseries…I hate the cheesy baby stuff people tend to do…
I love it. Black and white is very stimulating to a baby. So it's for development. Although I might want a less stimulating room to encourage sleepiness :-) But maybe the baby can't see all the black and white from bed. Anyways it's beautiful.
This nursery is beautiful! I dont see why anyone would be upset, "grown up" nurseries are all over the place now days. And this is heavenly! The only thing I could see being disasterous is the mirrored chest…you know, with a crawler or toddler, but thats not a permanent fixture….the space is gorgeous.
This nursery totally makes me want another baby :-) I think it's beautiful and peaceful… and probably flows nicely with the rest of her home, unlike many nurseries I've seen!
This nursery is so chic! I love it. I'm with you…I think this is a gorgeous space! I'm going to check out the designer's blog now! :)
LOVE this nursery–it's gorgeous! So smart to have a room that won't be outgrown in a couple years. I want that rug! :)
I agree with you! The baby certainly isn't going to remember his or her days in the nursery! And, correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't high-contrast black and white what babies like anyway?
Wait until he/she gets a "big bed" and their own room to go kid-crazy!
I love this nursery! They are being ridiculous! Both of my kids didn't have "baby" rooms. If they want Winnie the Pooh plastered on everything then by all means, go ahead!
I personally love sophisticated nurseries, we went sophisticated with ours and most people love it. Kids toys and things are more than juvenile and colourful enough, you need something modern and simple to contrast all that.
I completely agree. What could be bad about exposing your child to sophistication from birth? I know there are a lot of studies about the effects of color on developing brains, but color doesn't have to mean clowns and primary shades.
When I have a baby, I will definitely opt for decor that I wouldn't mind in any other room!
I could not agree more! My second daughter only used the nursery until she was 18 mos. old. A child that young doesn't have any strong decorating preferences! Nurseries are for mama! If a more sophisticated scheme makes getting up in the middle of the night a little more pleasant for her- go for it!
Yes, like others have said, AT is just getting way too mean and critical. This nursery was gorgeous, and way better than bugs bunny stamped over everything. I have also seen nurseries and children's rooms criticized for looking too kiddy or too cookie cutter. Get over it already. lol.
I think people should keep their negative opinions to themselves! Talented people (like you) who share their skills, insights, ideas and homes and serve as inspiration for the rest of us – for free! – should be thanked and complimented! It goes back to the old saying: if you don't have anything nice to say, then don't say anything at all.
Thank you so much for posting my daughter's nursery and for all the nice comments!! I do love sitting in there and now that my daughter is almost two months and starting to "see" better she is loving it too – particularly the black and white shades, the mobile and the colorful bedding. It will be awhile before she can FULLY appreciate her beautiful bassinet skirt but I certainly enjoy looking at it and I am so glad I had it made. Plus it hides all the "baby clutter" underneath : )
Good for you, Deirdre! A nursery is, indeed, for the parents. In a few years you'll be changing the room's decor yet again–this time to your daughter's liking. In the meantime, while tending to baby day or night, you can enjoy the room. And your daughter will be exposed to great design. Start them young!
As much as I love Apartment Therapy, I cannot stand the commenters there. There's always a lot of negativity.
That said, I adore this nursery. It is so beautiful!
I've noticed that my newborns haven't really exhibited an eye for design. :) Glad these parents made this room a pleasant place for them to spend time in. It's gorgeous.
LOVE-LOVE-LOVE. I agree with you…it's adult whimsy at it's best. When I was surprised with my third pregnancy — a daughter, who I eventually named Evie (great name, right?) I set out to do a more grown-up version of a nursery. It originally started out as a guest bedroom anyways…
Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwesome! LOVE this nursery. i love the combined sophistication and bits of whimsy and soft colors with the black stripes. I would so love to be in this room everyday with my baby!
I've had this room pinned for a while and I think it rocks. Why bother to make a nursery so juvenile when kids grow up so quickly. This room can work for her with small accessory changes here and there until she goes to college.
I think the room is crazy sophisticated and yes, could maybe be a little softer. However, it's full of timeless pieces, black and white touches, which is classic and always works and furniture that the child will use as they grow or could be moved to another space in the house and still work. I adore the bright brassy lamp with matching piggy bank and the rug is fabulous. Let's be real, it could be all Dora and Pooh Bear all over the place. I give this momma props for injecting her personal style and taste into a space that she can enjoy while she's in there. Plus, it'll only be a nursery for a couple years and then it takes on a whole new use and look. Good job to you for going against the grain!!
I LOVE that this nursery feels sophisticated and yet those pops of color give it a touch of whimsy and youth. It's amazing!
Picture me on the floor having a hissy fit shouting, I just want my crib! I would love to curl up in that skirted bassinet or crib!
Beautiful and so sophisticated.
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Much love clearly went into putting this beautiful room together. It's inspiring me to get my own daughter's room finished. Thanks Deirdre for sharing your amazing work.
That is a gorgeous room and, yes, very grown up looking. But lets face it, the nursery is about the parents the same as the first birthday is. I think its more important that the kid's taste be reflected in their rooms starting as toddlers.
I've realized that the people that comment on Apartment Therapy are insane meanies! I freaking love this nursery! As an adult I would take several of those pieces and put in my room! She is one lucky girl!
This is beautiful. The Missoni pieces and that stripe roman shade! To die for!
I had my daughter's room featured on Apartment Therapy. We had a similar comment about it looking too old. One lady said it didn't look like a kid even lived there. Kahli is right – total meanies out there! :)
the people that said that shit had their heads up their own asses. i would pay no mind to someone who said THAT room was too sophisticated for a baby.
it screamed baby to me. just not pottery barn choo choo sailboat fucking bullshit baseball decal baby.
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Wow – looks amazing. I think a babies room can look grown up without it being a bad thing. It's up to everyone's personal taste!
People are so rude and ridiculous. And my guess is they are just plain jealous of the creativity and beauty of this room! I saw this room right after the mom blogged it and was totally inspired, it's exactly what I would do if I had another little girl! xxoo
I think it is absolutely stunning!!! And I bet that baby LOVES all the black, white and red. Seriously, what is wrong with people? If you don't like it, fine, but that doesn't mean it's wrong for someone else. I love babyish nurseries too. I really think there is beauty in all good design. To each their own.
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I completely agree with you that the parents are the ones who will have the most memories of the space and although I don't have any little ones of my own, I am always on the lookout for the non nursery nurseries.
I completely agree with you too, and I think this nursery is stunning. I just finished decorating my impending arrival's nursery this week and also went for a more sophisticated approach which reflects the style of my own home. I figure, once my child is ready to make their own decorating decisions, the room can evolve to be whatever he/she likes and enjoys.