Bobby’s Eclectic Traditional Design: Easy Elegance In The Guest Bedroom & Bathroom

It’s time to dive back into the details of our latest design project. And today, we’re taking you into 2 spaces made for warm welcomes and unwinding (including what may be the biggest transformation of them all!) So let’s go behind the design and see how we brought an eclectic traditional look to Freida and Cory’s guest bedroom and bathroom.

We’re breaking down how we truly transformed the guest bedroom & bathroom with wallpaper, tile, and plenty of style. (And, of course, bringing you all the dramatic before and afters – plus shoppable products.) So keep scrolling to see it all!

And in case you missed it, check out the design details from the Living Room, Primary Bedroom & Bathroom, Kitchen & Breakfast Nook and Dining Room & Entry

GUEST BEDROOM : BEFORE & AFTER

Photo: Sara Ligorria Tramp

Photo: Sara Tramp

Design: Bobby’s Eclectic Traditional Design

Behind The Design

In order to create this guest bedroom design, first, we had to turn this space back into a bedroom. When we first laid eyes on the room, it was intended as a library, with built-in shelving lining three of the four walls. So to make it functional for Fredia and Cory’s overnight guests, that meant demoing the existing built-ins to expand the square footage. From there, we went bold with a focal wall behind the bed – courtesy of floral wallpaper in our palette of amber, greens, and blues. (In case you couldn’t tell by the two other rooms already featured, yes, we really went for it with wallpaper in this project.) A cane bed and rattan lounge chair bring in those earthy vibes, balanced by black nightstands and a black metal frame bench at the foot of the bed. The textured woven rug also amps up the eclectic feel – and keeps things from feeling too formal. While the mix of lighting, from the ceramic table lamps to the sculptural flush mount to the Mid-Century style floor lamp, makes for a modern and collected feel in the room. Pile on some plush pillows and art that goes from graphic to subdued, and you have a guest room that’s easy, elegant, and so comfortable that guests probably won’t want to leave!

Want to shop the space? Keep scrolling to see all the products we used.

Shop The Guest Bedroom

Rust Knit Throw

Wayfair

$ 64

Blue Moss Pillow Cover

Serena & Lily

$ 78

Toulon Ceramic Table Lamp

McGee & Co.

$ 550

Favorite Spot Painting

Perigold

$ 1305

Sculptural Medium Semi-Flush Mount

One Kings Lane

$ 779

Distressed Black Wood End Table

Wayfair

$ 1239

Brown Raffia Rattan Bed

Kathy Kuo Home

$ 1775

Anemone Floral Wallpaper

Decorator’s Best

$ 105

Beige Cotton Quilt

Crate & Barrel

$ 125

Gold Candlestick

H&M

$ 13

Indigo Blue Velvet Pillow

Crate & Barrel

$ 45

Josephine Iron Bench

Perigold

$ 629

Face Study II Framed Art

Minted

$ 89

Face Study I Framed Art

Minted

$ 89

Blue And White Vase

Crate & Barrel

$ 70

Clearwater Lounge Chair And Ottoman

Furniture Cart

$ 1340

Essential Sateen Sham

Pottery Barn

$ 19

GUEST BATHROOM: BEFORE & AFTER

Photo: Sara Ligorria Tramp

Behind The Design

How’s that for a dramatic before and after? We said bye-bye to Pepto pink tile straight out of the 50s and hello to an elegant new look for this guest bathroom. This room was demoed down to the studs to make way for a modern, spa-like space for guests to enjoy (and maybe for Freida to escape to for a soothing bath). The wall tile got a very sophisticated update thanks to a stone field tile and chair rail trim (with plenty of contrast coming from the navy textured wall covering above). For the floors, we really wanted to make a statement by introducing a geometric marble mosaic. And since it’s the only pattern in the space, we didn’t have to worry about it feeling overwhelming or competing with other elements. Gone too is that tiny tub, replaced by a freestanding model made for soaking. A pedestal sink with bronze legs also makes quite a sophisticated statement, especially when accompanied by gorgeous gold hardware from Brizio’s Invari collection. A bit more shine comes from the tubular sconces, medicine cabinet, and globe pendant suspended over the tub. To bring in warmth in a space full of hard surfaces, we opted for a rustic teak stool, a striking landscape painting, and a wood-lined arched storage cabinet that’s as functional as it is fashionable. It all adds up to a guest bathroom that’s the perfect place to truly unwind.