Today I want to share the current state of my dining room. So many of you have asked, and I am touched by that. And while this is not really the big reveal, because I have more to do, it is getting close. This first photo may be my favorite that I've ever taken of my house. I love taking photos into mirrors, but usually the flash spoils it:
I'm also looking for some black and white plates to tie it all together:
I was thinking all along that I might as well go all out and make this room as glam as I possibly can (you know me -- 'more is more' is my motto). Along those lines, I always had big tall mirrors in the back of my mind, but didn't want to pay a lot for them. My almost daily trips to Home Goods finally paid off (and on a day I had a store credit) and I found these, below. I have to Rub-n-Buff them silver, but who cares!? Oh, and see the paint being reflected in the left mirror? It has the first coat of Polyclear on it... still trying to decide if I want to do this faux lacquer look. It is much less reflective in real life, and only comes out super-shiny like that with a flash:
You can barely tell, but there are silver metallic ceramic garden stools, one in front of each mirror -- look really closely at the bottom of the mirror on the left and you can see one:
Notice that there is a chair missing? That's going to be a surprise :)
So you haven't heard the last from me on this room just yet....
And one last thing -- I do NOT leave the wrappers on my lamp shades as shown in this photo :) I just need to put the harps back on and haven't done it, or removed the plastic, yet.
This last photo is a little closer to what the faux-lacquer really looks like:
I know this room is highly, highly stylized and not for everyone, but I am smitten...it makes me happy to go in here. Even if it is not for you, I hope you enjoyed this little tour.
Here is the mirror link that readers have asked about. If you click the mirror it will take you to the page:
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Was it difficult painting the walls in lacquer? Always thought about it but, was never bold enough. Love the glam :)
Absolutely beautiful! I think the dining room is the perfect space to go glam :)
So glam! I like it! Love the round table!
STACY!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE IT! I expect the mags to come running this is seriously so magazine spread worthy! Just gorgeous love the mirrors, your elegant table and chairs, the colors..the touches of black are a great way to glam it all up...and you know I love those monogrammed lampshades...WELL DONE MY FRIEND.
It is super swanky, like an exclusive supper club dining room! I think it is fun with all the glamourous touches.
I think it's fabulous and chic! Great job!
It looks like a well groomed man in a custom tux made especially for him,with lovely cuff links!! Great job sweetie, I am impressed!!
xo Kathysue
This is WONDERFUL! And I love your choice of the long mirrors your picked up from HG (don'tcha just LOVE those guys?!) The quatrefoil mirror is just outstanding. Have you considered mirrored placemats w/beveled edges for each place at the table just to up the glam factor there? or maybe a mirrored plinth in the center of the table beneath your urns...just a thought. This space is really progressing beautifully! Very nice job!
I'm loving it! Can't wait to see what you are doing with the missing chair ;-)
This is soooo my taste and style, but much more daring and elegant than anything I would ever come up with. I love every single detail. I was surprised that you changed your monogrammed lamp shades, though. I thought they were so chic and original.
Looking forward to the chair reveal...
~ Wendi ~
I love it; I think it's gorgeous!! I love the glamour and drama of black, white and silver.
Someone just sent to see your dining room after doing a post on black walls today. I think I'm smitten too. I'll have to go back and see if you talk about the color. The lacquering idea is interesting too.
Gorgeous! I love everything about it!! Those mirrors are perfect; I'm glad you were able to find what you were looking for. You definitely have talent :)
Great job! I love it and I think that it is my style. Cannot wait for the next update/reveal.
Stacy,
Your dining room is guest ready before the reveal...how grand. I think it's stunning! You should feel so excited it's beautiful.
Bette
Just gorgeous. I love it! But I have a major crush on black and white right now!
evie @ brown paper packages
I love what you've done! I'm looking to redo a few rooms in my home (hopefully soon). Just out of curiosity, how high is the ceiling in the dining room? Thanks.
One word sums up this room "stunning". I love it.
It looks gorgeous. Very creative Stacy. You cant beat Homegoods. I almost missed the garden stool.So glad you pointed it out. Cant wait to see it when it is all done.
and when can I come over for dinner. I love it! so chic, so dramatic, and Im sure the walls are amazing in person. I totally see a glamourous New Years Eve dinner party here.
Beautiful Stacy! So glam and true to the style.....I think I will really like the shiny walls.....
Stunning room, Stacy! Would you share where you purchased the mirror in your first picture?
Terry
Terry....I just added the link to the mirror at the bottom of the post. Thanks,
Stacy
Stacy this is GORGEOUS!!! The huge mirrors totally add so much drama and everything looks incredible. You know we always love when you share your beautiful home and wonderful ideas with us at Inspiration Friday! :-)
Vanessa
Stacy this is beautiful! I love the glam! So glad you linked up with us! Hope you're having a great weekend!
Marie
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This is such a gorgeous space! I would love to live in it. :) You have beautiful style! I am so happy to have you share this @ Show & Share, thank you!
Gorgeous! Your dining room has taken a different bit of a twist from when you started. BUT...I'm loving it! I can't wait to see the final reveal.
P.S. Have you ever thought about having someone come in and serve a meal to you and your husband for the perfect date? Seriously...how fun would that be. And so glamorous!
Looks beautiful! Thanks for linking with us and hope to see you again this Wednesday! Happy Thanksgiving!
Marie
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I absolutely love this look, I have just done my Christmas mantle in silver. I especially love the mirrors you have used. I am also planning to purchase a new mirror to go in a specific area to create a feeling of spaciousness. I wish at times I lived in the USA as you have so much choice there, I still haven't found my perfect mirror.
I saw your post through DIYshow off. I am new to blogging and live way over in New Zealand but so inspired by all I have seen in the blogasphere.
Absolutely beautiful! I think the dining room is the perfect space to go glam :)
This is so beautiful! Where did you get that slim black console table with the fabulous legs underneath the quatrefoil mirror?
Just lovely! You always manage to work your magic. Love this transformation- it is so great to see the before and after and it hasn't begun yet! I love this feature and you always have awesome ideas!
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