How I Turned a Dull Little Room into a Dreamy Sunroom Retreat
Every home has that room—the small, boring, forgotten corner that you walk past without a second thought. Ours was a tiny room off the hallway near the front door. It had no personality, no purpose... just potential.
Fast forward to today—and it’s now one of my favourite places in the entire house. Welcome to Room Reveal #4 in our renovation journey: our new tranquil sunroom. A multifunctional space that now brings warmth, calm, and style to our home—and it all came together with clever styling, thoughtful textures, and a whole lot of DIY.
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Designing for Purpose
This sunny little space sits right by the front entrance, and I wanted it to serve a few key purposes. First—somewhere the grandchildren could pop down and play. So, a toy box was added to keep little treasures close at hand.
Second—I wanted a day bed that was not just beautiful, but could also double as a cosy sleepover spot for the grandies. Done and done!
Adding Calm and Character with Refinery Shutters
As I sat in the room one afternoon, I asked myself, what would give this space a real lift? It already had light, but it needed structure, calm, and texture. That’s when I decided to add shutters—and I’m so glad I did.
I contacted the incredible team at Refinery Shutters, and from start to finish, they were an absolute dream. Their service is personal, knowledgeable, and incredibly efficient. They helped me choose the right finish and style for the space, and the result? Elegant, timeless, and full of charm.
Plus, they let in just the right amount of sunlight while still giving us privacy when needed.
Best part? My husband and I installed them ourselves over a weekend. Teamwork!
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Warmth in the Details: Oak Shelves from The Woodsmiths
To bring in some natural warmth and tie in with the oak panelling in our entranceway, I reached out to the team at The Woodsmiths to create custom oak floating shelves. Their craftsmanship is simply next level—clean lines, beautiful grain, and made to last.
These shelves now proudly display our ever-changing art collection, adding personality and mood to the space.
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Swapping Wallpaper for Texture & Colour
I purposely avoided wallpaper in this space to keep the walls versatile. Instead, I used an embossed, peel-and-stick wall tile for a subtle, textured feature wall. I sealed it and painted it in the most divine dusky pink—a soft, calming colour that felt instantly luxurious. I loved it so much, I painted the entire room in it.
The room now wraps you in warmth and tranquility—a cocoon of calm that feels welcoming from the moment you walk in.
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Affordable Room Makeovers with Victoria Jane Art Prints
One of the key design features I wanted was the ability to change the look and feel of the room easily, without redoing the entire space. That’s where our Si Belle Framed Art Prints from Victoria Jane came in.
These prints are honestly one of the most cost-effective and visually pleasing ways to give a room a fresh update. With carefully curated tones and timeless imagery, each piece effortlessly complements the colour palette of a well-designed room—like the smokey pinks, natural greens, and oak tones in this sunroom.
Whether you want to soften a space, make a bold statement, or simply refresh the vibe, our framed art prints are lightweight, ready to hang, and easy to switch out with new looks as the mood (or season) changes. Art that evolves with you—yes please!
Layering in Linen: Cushions & Throws from Victoria Jane
To finish the space, I turned to two of my favourite styling essentials—linen cushions and a knit throw from our Victoria Jane collection.
The Natural and Green Linen Cushions add that effortless, relaxed elegance linen is known for. They're timeless, breathable, and work beautifully in any setting—classic or contemporary. I love how they play off the oak, pink, and art details to bring the whole room together.
And for that final touch of comfort? Our Smokey Pink Tassel Knit Blanket is the perfect throw for the daybed. It’s soft, stylish, and adds a layer of warmth and texture that makes the space feel snuggly and lived-in.
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A Room That Now Speaks to the Soul
This space has gone from “what do we even do with this?” to “don’t mind me, I’ll be here all afternoon.” It's now a peaceful, multifunctional sunroom that feels like an extension of our home and our hearts.
A few key pieces, a whole lot of texture, and some DIY love—that’s all it took to make this little nothing room feel like everything.
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Stay tuned for Room Reveal #5—it’s coming soon, and you won’t want to miss it!