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October 5, 2016 · 56 Comments

One Room Challenge // Week One

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Have you ever heard of the One Room Challenge?

It’s this gathering of 20 designers who take on a room and give it an amazing makeover in 6 weeks. It happens two times per year (in October and April), and the host of the challenge, Calling it Home, always invites bloggers to play along. I’ve watched this challenge for years and have always been amazed at the transformations that take place, but I’ve never been brave enough to jump in and participate.

Until now.

(EEEEEEK!!!)

One Room Challenge Fall 2016 Part 1 - A look at the BEFORE photos of this master bathroom. It's getting a complete gut job for the ORC! One Room Challenge Fall 2016 Part 1 - A look at the BEFORE photos of this master bathroom. It's getting a complete gut job for the ORC!

Welcome to my master bathroom. It’s a complete and utter disaster zone. A couple of years ago we had the shower wall collapse in on us and decided that instead of just patching it up we would rip the whole thing out and renovate it. Except, we had a 7-week old baby at the time. Life happened, and that baby is now rapidly approaching 3 years old and the bathroom still looks exactly the same.

It’s annoying to only have one shower in our homeย but add to that the fact that from April through September we had Corey’s father living with us and you’ve got three adults and one toddler sharing a shower. Complete chaos! Corey’s dad isn’t living with us anymore, but that experience was a big wake-up call to the fact that it’s about dang time we reclaim our master bathroom. And I am so flippin’ excited I can’t even control myself. Picture me doing cartwheels and happy dances the entire time we’re working on this project because I amย so ready to have this room completed!

One Room Challenge Fall 2016 Part 1 - A look at the BEFORE photos of this master bathroom. It's getting a complete gut job for the ORC! One Room Challenge Fall 2016 Part 1 - A look at the BEFORE photos of this master bathroom. It's getting a complete gut job for the ORC!

One Room Challenge Fall 2016 Part 1 - A look at the BEFORE photos of this master bathroom. It's getting a complete gut job for the ORC!

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So, over the next month and aย half, you’ll be hearingย a lot about this room as we take it from basically unusable to the bathroom of our dreams. We have some majorly exciting plans in store for this little room, and I think the finished product might just blow your mind. As you can see from the photos, we’ve already chosen paint colors and we have also started to do a bit of work (we have way more than 6 weeks of work in this room, considering we both have full-time jobs, so we’ve at least got a few of the basics taken care of like finishing the demolition). If you follow me on Facebook, you’ve already seen a sneak peek at some of the demo we’ve done – if you want to stay up-to-date on all of the behind-the-scenes stuff throughout the challenge, be sure to like our Facebook page and follow me on Instagram! I’m going to be sharing some Facebook Live videos, Instagram stories, and lots of other fun tidbits throughout the challenge, so you don’t want to miss out!

From now until mid-November you can catch me here every Wednesday sharing an update on the room. There’s going to beย way more info than I can possibly cram into six posts, though, so you can expect to be reading a lot about this bathroom and all of the projects we’re taking on! Let’s just go ahead and call October “The Master Bathroom Month,” shall we?

I can’t leave you withย only ugly “before” photos for this post, so I’ll go ahead and spill a quick peek at our inspiration board for this room. It’s got a few sneak previews of things that we’ll actually be putting in the room and really captures the overall feel we’re going for. Of course, it doesn’t give everything away – there are still a fewย big projects that aren’t represented here, so stay tuned for more on that!

One Room Challenge Fall 2016 Part 1 - A look at the BEFORE photos of this master bathroom. It's getting a complete gut job for the ORC!

Tile // Vase //ย Shower // Towel //Hook // Baskets // Mirror //ย Art //Faucet // Plant

Oh, and I can’t chat about the challenge without mentioning ourย amazing sponsors. One of my favorite things about the One Room Challenge is that it gives bloggers an opportunity to connect with some brands that they might not have been able to work with otherwise.ย We’re so incredibly grateful to all of the fabulous brands that agreed to work with us, and we’re still pinching ourselves over the fact that they actually said yes!

Please, oh please – give these guys some love because they’ve been so kind and generous and they’re allย amazing. Cannot say enough wonderful things about any of these brands!

One Room Challenge Fall 2016 Part 1 - A look at the BEFORE photos of this master bathroom. It's getting a complete gut job for the ORC!

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Do you follow the One Room Challenge? Have you ever participated? You’veย gotย to go check out all of the other bloggers linking up – can’t wait to see what they do with their rooms!

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  1. twelveonmain says

    October 10, 2016 at 9:49 am

    I am so excited to see how it all turns out! We are doing our bathroom as well! This is going to be quite a ride!

    Reply
  2. katifarrer says

    October 9, 2016 at 11:50 pm

    I’m impressed you are taking on a bathroom renovation in just 6 weeks! Our master bath remodel is on year 7. Cant wait to see it done. Pinned.

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      October 11, 2016 at 11:02 am

      I can’t wait to see it done either, haha!

      Reply
  3. Emily, Our house now a home says

    October 9, 2016 at 10:33 pm

    I love the look you are going for! That bathroom has so much space, and it seems to have great lighting. So excited to see this!

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    • Amanda says

      October 11, 2016 at 11:04 am

      Thanks Emily! It really has fantastic bones!

      Reply
  4. Rachel says

    October 8, 2016 at 7:44 am

    What a change your room is going to be! We are pulling up our floors as I write this so I totally respect the demo process. Can’t wait to see it come together!

    Reply
  5. Flourish and Knot says

    October 7, 2016 at 8:57 pm

    Oh boy. You have a lot of work to do in six weeks!! But I love your plan and I can’t wait to follow along. Good luck!

    Reply
  6. Lynn Spencer says

    October 7, 2016 at 11:08 am

    Holy Cow Amanda! This transformation will be remarkable and I am so excited to tag along with you. You’re gonna be one tired, but very happy, girl when you finish with this.

    Hugs, Lynn

    Reply
  7. Thalita | The Learner Observer says

    October 6, 2016 at 10:01 pm

    Oh the black and white tile is just lovely. I can’t wait to see this come together as we plan our own master bath reno!

    Reply
  8. farmhouse40 says

    October 6, 2016 at 9:50 pm

    Love your ideas for your bathroom…..especially that black and white tile. Looking forward to see it all come together

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    • Amanda says

      October 11, 2016 at 11:02 am

      Isn’t that tile amazing?!

      Reply
  9. Tee says

    October 6, 2016 at 7:41 pm

    Amanda, your master bathroom is going to turn out so nice! Love the board you created. It’s going to be so calm and relaxing in there! Wish my bathroom was that size. Good luck!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      October 6, 2016 at 8:38 pm

      Thanks! We’re so excited to get started!

      Reply
  10. Katie Lowry says

    October 6, 2016 at 4:29 pm

    This is so great ! I can’t wait to see the transformation! I love your blog!! ๐Ÿ™‚

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    • Amanda says

      October 6, 2016 at 8:38 pm

      Thanks so much, Katie!

      Reply
  11. Weekend Craft (@WeekendCraft) says

    October 6, 2016 at 12:48 pm

    Wow a bathroom is such a big undertaking! I applaud you guys. I am just about finished with my bathroom renovation it took about 6 months just doing it on the weekends. I am trying to do my kitchen in the 6 weeks I think I need all the luck I can to finish.

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      October 6, 2016 at 8:39 pm

      Eeek! A kitchen is a big job too! Hopefully we’re able to actually finish in 6 weeks…

      Reply
  12. Brit -House Updated says

    October 6, 2016 at 11:34 am

    Oh yeah, it is time for you to do your bathroom for sure. And your plans look so great – just perfectly clean, simple, and beautiful!

    Reply
  13. [email protected]us says

    October 6, 2016 at 11:28 am

    The things we live with for years! Lol. =) Can’t wait to see this evolve.

    Reply
  14. Melissa George says

    October 6, 2016 at 11:05 am

    This is going to be a fabulous transformation! It’s going to be like a whole new house when you’re able to use this gorgeous bathroom.

    Reply
  15. April R - Uncookie Cutter says

    October 6, 2016 at 10:49 am

    Can’t wait to see this Amanda!!!! I’m sooooo excited for you guys!

    Reply
  16. kim says

    October 6, 2016 at 8:57 am

    I’m so excited to see this come together! it’s going to be amazing!

    Reply
  17. Breanna Bertolini says

    October 6, 2016 at 8:44 am

    Love your plans for this space! This is my first one too and I’m kinda freaking out! Can’t wait to follow along!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      October 6, 2016 at 8:40 pm

      Good luck!!

      Reply
  18. IrisNacole.com says

    October 6, 2016 at 8:21 am

    I love your tile choices! It’s going to look amazing!

    Reply
  19. 2beesinapod says

    October 6, 2016 at 7:41 am

    Girl…you’ve got this! We love your style and know this bathroom will be fabulous! Best wishes!!

    Reply
  20. Maggie Overby says

    October 5, 2016 at 10:08 pm

    You are tackling a huge job, can’t wait to see the end result. The before and afters will be amazing!

    Reply
  21. Roxanne says

    October 5, 2016 at 9:01 pm

    I know this is going to be an amazing transformation, I can’t wait!

    Reply
  22. Rachael @ This is our Bliss says

    October 5, 2016 at 8:27 pm

    Gahhhh! Makes me wanna hop on board the master bathroom train! I’d just love to tackle ours someday and yours is going to be fabulous—soon!!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      October 5, 2016 at 8:51 pm

      I’m SO excited to finally be doing it!

      Reply
  23. Sarah @ Making Joy and Pretty Things says

    October 5, 2016 at 7:38 pm

    Love the tile on your mood board! Can’t wait to see the transformation!!!

    Reply
  24. simple nature decor says

    October 5, 2016 at 7:35 pm

    Enjoy this amazing transformation, take a deep breath! its going to look like a dream when its over.
    Maria

    Reply
  25. Heather says

    October 5, 2016 at 7:06 pm

    It already looks so relaxing and serene! I can’t wait to see how it turns out, Amanda!! ๐Ÿ™‚

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    • Amanda says

      October 5, 2016 at 8:24 pm

      Thanks, Heather! I can’t wait either! ๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
  26. Kristen says

    October 5, 2016 at 4:00 pm

    That looks like you have a nice big bathroom to renovate. Love the mood board ideas and can’t wait to see the finished room! Good luck!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      October 5, 2016 at 8:23 pm

      We do! We’re definitely lucky to have a super big bathroom – I’m so excited to turn it into a space we actually enjoy!

      Reply
  27. twopurplecouches says

    October 5, 2016 at 11:59 am

    Your inspiration board is awesome! I can’t wait to see how your bathroom comes together, and what surprises you have up your sleeve ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  28. Amanda says

    October 5, 2016 at 11:40 am

    You’ve designed like my dream bathroom. Can’t wait to see how it turns out!!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      October 5, 2016 at 1:29 pm

      I can’t wait either! ๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
  29. meghemm says

    October 5, 2016 at 11:06 am

    Can’t wait to follow along with this! Your design board is gorgeous!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      October 5, 2016 at 1:32 pm

      Thanks, Meg!

      Reply
  30. Cherie says

    October 5, 2016 at 10:47 am

    So exciting! I love the stuff you picked out! It’s going to be smashing!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      October 5, 2016 at 1:29 pm

      Thanks, Cherie!

      Reply
  31. Kyla @HouseOfHipsters says

    October 5, 2016 at 10:17 am

    It must be the ORC for bathrooms…I’m making my powder room over. Love your mood board! I can’t wait to see more!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      October 5, 2016 at 1:28 pm

      So many people are doing bathrooms this time around!

      Reply
  32. Colleen says

    October 5, 2016 at 10:11 am

    Can’t wait to see!

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    • Amanda says

      October 5, 2016 at 1:31 pm

      Thanks, Colleen! I can’t wait either, haha ๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
  33. simple nature decor says

    October 5, 2016 at 9:49 am

    Wow for a minute I thought I missed the one room challenge, you posted early thats smart! looks like your are very organized. I can’t wait to see the week to come. I love the simplicity.
    Maria

    Reply
  34. Lindi says

    October 5, 2016 at 8:52 am

    Well, the plans definitely look serene! I can’t wait to see how it turns out!

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    • Amanda says

      October 5, 2016 at 1:28 pm

      Thanks, Lindi!

      Reply
  35. refashionablylate says

    October 5, 2016 at 8:32 am

    What a fun space to start over with! I can see so many possibilities and I love your inspiration board! Can’t wait to follow along! Bathroom buddies we will be!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      October 5, 2016 at 1:27 pm

      Thanks! We’re all in this together! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  36. bybrittanygoldwyn says

    October 5, 2016 at 7:43 am

    I’d kill for a bathroom this size. The finished project is going to look amazing. Can’t wait to follow along!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      October 5, 2016 at 1:27 pm

      It has so much potential!!

      Reply
  37. My Life From Home says

    October 5, 2016 at 6:53 am

    I can’t wait to see it all come together! Good Luck on this crazy ride!!

    Reply
  38. Ariel says

    October 5, 2016 at 6:43 am

    Thank goodness! I;d be so sad if you have to live with this for another year ๐Ÿ˜‰ I can’t wait to watch the journey!

    Reply

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