Design Board: Boy Budget Buys + A Bit Of Inspiration

So…I am letting the news out early again and of course the designer in me is totally wanting to start my designing daydreams for a new nursery. We are expecting our 3rd baby this November. Right now we have 2 boys and are  really hoping for a little chicky!  Now we certainly would be smitten with a 3rd boy, but the girly-girl in me is ready for a little pink.

Last time I announced my pregnancy on Project Nursery, I rolled out with a nursery design for a baby girl and within a few weeks those design ideas were quickly replaced with my little dude’s nest. So this time I am kickin’ it off with a boy inspired nursery board. Since this could be boy #3, budget friendly items are a must but I couldn’t resist throwing in one little splurge (see #5). With our household quickly losing square footage, the two boys will be bunking up and the newbie will be getting his/her own space. This is what we have in mind for a boy…(And no worries, I’ll be sharing some girly ideas in a few weeks!)

1. Window Panel Inspiration – Full Moon Dot in Tangerine by Amy Butler

Why I picked this: I really liked the dot pattern against the linear lines of the wall detail.

2. Baby Mod Modena 3-in-1 fixed side crib in Cool GreyWalmart.com $249.00

Why I picked this:  I am totally loving grey for nurseries…to find this modern painted crib in this great finish is a steal!

3. Flokati Wool Area Rug in SlateHome Decorators $159.00

Why I picked this: I LOVE flokati rugs in nurseries…it is such a fun visual and tactile texture for your space, plus the babies love to crawl on it.

4. Industrial Rolling Side TableUrban Outfitters $169.00

Why I picked this: Having a small room, I want a piece that didn’t look to heavy visually.  Plus, I think it is a fun interesting piece that will grow with your kiddo.

5. Giraffe Lamp byJonathan Adler $395.00

Why I picked this:  Ummm….I LOVE this lamp, so stylized and simply modern all while adding a touch of whimsy.

6. Dwell Studio for Target Menagerie CollectionTarget.com $79.99

Why I picked this: I am such a big fan of the Dwell Collections designed for Target.  The colors are very appealing to me and thought it made for a great color palette.

7. DIY Chevron Stripe Wall Paint Detail – $30.00 average cost of a gallon of paint

Why I picked this:  Totally smitten with chevron pattern and I LOVE painting wall details.  So far have I done squares, stripes and wanted something new & modern while bringing some visual interest to the walls.

Rebecca Propes

Rebecca Propes

Rebecca calls Gilbert, AZ home. Interior designer by trade, mom to 3 boys and crazy talented in everything party, home, and DIY.

Comments

  1. Sherri Blum, CID

    April 7, 2011

    Congratulations! And I absolutely love the room! I would definitely splurge on that lamp, too. Can’t wait to see the finished nursery.

  2. ebaby decor

    April 7, 2011

    Congratulations. You know, that chevron pattern is so neat. Whether it’s a girl or boy, you could use it. Girly colors would make all the difference, don’t you think? -Dorothy

  3. Pam

    April 7, 2011

    Rebecca, congrats! Amazing news. You are a supermom. Love the nursery inspiration. Can’t wait to see how the room evolves.

  4. Melisa

    April 7, 2011

    Big Congrats Rebecca, I am so happy for you and us – because we get to see another fun design!

  5. a' la mode

    April 7, 2011

    CONGRATS!! SInce you are thinking nurseries, I thought I might share this cool lamp for only $39.99 at Target…wouldn’t match the bedding in this room perfectly like the JA lamp you posted (one of my FAVES!) but the white one in this link with possibly a shade swap could be really fun in a nursery! Good luck!! xoxo Shelli from alamode
    http://www.target.com/s?keywords=owl+lamp&searchNodeID=1038576%7C1287991011&ref=sr_bx_1_1&x=0&y=0

  6. Jes

    April 7, 2011

    I just bought that table from Urban Outfitters and it arrived today! Pretty easy to put together, but I’m leaving it outside for a day or so because it has a strong odor. I guess just let it off-gas. It’s super cute though and moves around easily on the casters. I would absolutely put it in a little boy’s room..if I had a boy.

  7. Eileen

    April 7, 2011

    I just purchased that Dwell for Target bedding for our baby boy’s nursery and I love it! Super-high quality for the price and the colors are so modern and fresh! I can’t recommend it enough!

  8. Chris

    April 10, 2011

    Congratulations! Your nursery design is beautiful. On my budget, I try to to re-use some furniture rather than buying new. I found this site to buy some great baby furniture. http://www.storkbrokers.com/buy/Discount-Baby-Furniture-Kids/8 Best wishes for your and your little ones!

  9. jocelyn

    April 11, 2011

    Congratulations! I think the lamp is all worth it! It’s gonna be perfect for either boy or girl. I also like its all-white color, making it very flexible should you have some changes in your design concept.

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