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One Room Challenge Plans: Black & White Hallway and Staircase

April 5, 2017 by Cassie 82 Comments

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As soon as the last One Room Challenge ended, several of my friends were already planning the next.  After busting my derriere to finish Emmy’s bohemian bedroom on time, I couldn’t wrap my head around doing another one quite yet, but I thought to myself, “More power to ya, crazy people!”  After the holidays passed, the decorations were put away and I settled into the groove of 2017, I started to think about it again.  We have several finished or close to finished rooms in this house, and then some spaces I’d love to make over but don’t have the budget for at this time (upstairs bathroom, I am looking at you!).  Of course, I also had dreams of creating a nursery space during one of these challenges, but I am not sure that will happen either.  With all of that in mind, I really hemmed and hawed over whether I would participate and, if so, what space I would complete.  Finally, with about two weeks before the launch of this round of the ORC, it dawned on me.  The “room” I will be working on is one that I have looked at for the last 5 years, one that I can’t avoid and see every single day… with its terrible lighting, orange maple trim, horrendous hollow core doors, a railing that has been falling off of the wall, a strangely tinged off white wall color…. yeah… embarrassing!!!  Today I am sharing my One Room Challenge Plans for that space which will be transformed into a more modern black and white upstairs hallway and staircase. (Thank you to Linda for providing this challenge to motivate us!)

If this is your first time here, I don’t want to scar your brain with terrible phone photos of my hideous hallway and  have that be your first impression, so let’s take a look at the overall plan first.

Rope Rail / Rope Hardware / Lighting / Frames / Focus on the Good / Be Silly / Doors / Knobs / Paint / Black Tassels / Stairway Inspiration

My overall look is black, white, and wood.  The one good thing the upstairs hallway has going for it is wood floors.  Unfortunately they end in the hallway and don’t extend into the bedrooms, but at least we can enjoy them for about 10 feet, right?  Currently, this is the look of the upstairs hallway… You have been warned.Black and White Hallway MoodboardThe duck sticker Sawyer added to his door adds a little je ne sais quoi; n’est-ce pas?

Now if you were able to scroll by that image without walking away, you get to hear the details of the plans!

  1. Lighting: As you can see from the picture, I did already go ahead and change that out.  It’s not the actual light in the mood board, but it’s one that I happened upon at The Home Depot and it doesn’t seem to appear on their website.
  2. Paint: The trim and spindles on the railing will be painted the same white as the trim in the rest of our home, Simply White by Benjamin Moore. The wall that faces you as you walk up the stairs (the wall the photos and art hang on) will be painted a black of some sort.  I haven’t yet selected the paint.  The other walls will be white.
  3. Art: I am planning to take a couple of new photos of the kids and print them in black and white for two diagonal frames.  For the other two, I plan to make my own prints in black and white, similar to the ones I found on etsy for the mood board.
  4. Doors: I am so excited to be replacing these doors!!!!  The existing doors are cheap, decorated with stickers by my kiddos, and boast that lovely orange wood tone I detest.  I am replacing them with the true craft solid door from Metrie, and I will be painting them black.  Originally I planned to used Rustoleum gloss black, but I am not completely sure yet.  All of the doors hang on walls that will be painted white.  I plan to use simple antique brass knobs on the doors; I love how brass pops on black.
  5. Runner: Yeah, just kidding there isn’t one.  I anted an awesome vintage runner but was vetoed by Chris… “I hate runners… they slide around.  I trip on them.”  He usually is quiet about his opinions, but when they are strong and loud, I listen.  Love is never using vintage runners even when you really want to.

Now let’s take a look at the staircase which leads to this hallway as it’s part of this makeover, too.  I haven’t shown it often, because like the hallway, it’s not in great shape or aesthetically pleasing.  You can see a little peek of it here (from the post on our new entry lighting).Small Eclectic Entry off Dining Room

Plans for the staircase are as follows:

  1. Paint: Originally I intended to paint the staircase just like my friend Charmaine’s, whose gorgeous staircase appears in my mood board.  However, I’ve since started on the paint process and have changed my mind a little bit… You’ll see!
  2. Rope Railing: The wooden railing on the left you see is falling out of the wall and has been that since we moved in 5 years ago.  I wanted to remove it and replace it with something unique, and decided on a DIY rope handrail in black, using this hardware.
  3. Chunky Black Tassels: When I am in the planning stages on a project, I often text with Julia to hear her thoughts  She suggested adding black tassels to my wooden rails.  Once I decided on the black rope railing on the other side, I knew these tassels would add some texture, funk, and unite the two sides of the stairs.

And there you have it! My One Room Challenge this time isn’t so much a room, but it’s a space that needs a total overhaul and will take a lot of work, but it’s all work we can DIY and it’s within our budget, making it the perfect space to do.  Changing this space will also help set a much better mood through the center of the house, and the entire upstairs… legit health benefits. 😉

Now head on over to Calling it Home to check out the designer’s and their plans this month, and tomorrow check back to see all the participants.  Are you joining in the madness?

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  1. Katja A Home for Design says

    April 5, 2017 at 7:40 am

    I can’t wait to see this space come together Cassie. I am very excited to see the doors in black with brass knobs. It’s going to be amazing!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 2:15 pm

      oh those doors are just SUCH a huge improvement!!!

      Reply
  2. Shelley | Crazy Wonderful says

    April 5, 2017 at 7:48 am

    Ooooooo!!! Love your plans! I’ve always adored rope railings. Gonna be good!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 2:14 pm

      i sure hope so!

      Reply
  3. Emy says

    April 5, 2017 at 8:08 am

    So excited to see this Cassie! I love the rope handrail so much! I’ve used Rustoleum black before and it dries so hard. I’m so impressed by how tough that paint is.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 2:14 pm

      i am pretty excited about the rope rail!!!

      Reply
  4. Julia@Cuckoo4Design says

    April 5, 2017 at 11:48 am

    Black and white and chunky tassels are always a wonderful thing in my book and I can’t wait to see it.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 2:13 pm

      loved your tassel idea!

      Reply
  5. Jessica | Petal + Ply says

    April 5, 2017 at 12:50 pm

    Really intrigued by the rope handrail!! Can’t wait to see how it all turns out!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 2:13 pm

      i hope it all works out!

      Reply
  6. maggie @maggie overby studios says

    April 5, 2017 at 3:49 pm

    The stairs can be such a neglected space, love where these are going. Black doors all the way!

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    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 2:13 pm

      thank you, maggie! and yes, they can… ours were bad and needed love!

      Reply
  7. Lisa says

    April 5, 2017 at 3:59 pm

    So glad you are doing this round! I can’t wait to see your stairs, and that whole black and white palette in this space!! It’s going to be amazing!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 2:12 pm

      i am, too, because i needed a fire under my rear to get this space done!

      Reply
  8. Jessica says

    April 5, 2017 at 6:22 pm

    I am really excited to see this transformation!!!! I think painting the spindles will add so much character to this fun filled space.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 2:08 pm

      thank you, jessica! me, too!

      Reply
  9. Tania says

    April 5, 2017 at 10:36 pm

    I’m excited to see your plan come together Cassie!

    Tania

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    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 2:07 pm

      thank you, tania!

      Reply
  10. ashley@biggerthanthethreeofus says

    April 6, 2017 at 6:00 am

    I’m excited for you and me… we are totally doing similar spaces! Ok Chris… get on board with the vintage runner. The space is begging for it. ps. Add a high quality thick rug pad (Cassie – email me and I’ll send you a link) and you will LOVE it.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 2:07 pm

      it’s one of those things he won’t bend on… men!

      Reply
  11. Heidi @ Decor & More says

    April 6, 2017 at 8:08 am

    Great choice of spaces, Cassie! Good luck!
    xo Heidi

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    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 2:07 pm

      thank you, heidi! they were on the “need to do” rather than want to do list! 😉

      Reply
  12. Ariel says

    April 6, 2017 at 8:17 am

    Exciting things!!!! I can’t wait to see how you give this much used space a make-over with style *insert sunglasses emoji here*

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 2:06 pm

      it can’t get worse, so onward and upward!

      Reply
  13. Brittany Goldwyn says

    April 6, 2017 at 8:27 am

    I just love your house, Cassie! You have the best style. The painted spindles will make a huge difference. For the black, I have Tricorn Black from SW in our house, and I love it! Come by and grab a sample if you want—I have it! 🙂

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 2:06 pm

      aaaw, i don’t know about that, but thank you so much!!! XOXO

      Reply
  14. Breanna Bertolini says

    April 6, 2017 at 9:25 am

    Ohh this is gonna be good! Can’t wait to see how it comes together!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 2:05 pm

      thank you, bre!!! i can’t wait to see your bathroom!

      Reply
  15. Tee @ Beauteeful Living says

    April 6, 2017 at 9:30 am

    Loving your plan, Cassie. I can’t wait to do my bedroom hallway upstairs one of these days. Look forward to following along your progress!

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    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 2:02 pm

      thank you, tee! it’s one of those spaces i have just put off and put off!

      Reply
  16. Kristin Cadwallader says

    April 6, 2017 at 9:59 am

    I am sorry to hear about your recent story, but know there is plan for you and your family moving forward. Excited to see your space unfold! xo

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    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 2:01 pm

      thank you, kristin! looking forward to seeing yours as well!

      Reply
  17. Jenny says

    April 6, 2017 at 10:44 am

    I love the plans you have for your hallway -it’s going to be gorgeous!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 1:59 pm

      it can’t be worse, that’s for sure! 😉

      Reply
  18. colette @ restyle it wright says

    April 6, 2017 at 10:50 am

    black, white , and wood is always a good idea in my opinion!!!! Can’t wait to see it!

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    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 1:58 pm

      thank you, colette!

      Reply
  19. Thalita says

    April 6, 2017 at 10:58 am

    Dying to see how this turns out – you had me all heart-eyed at black and white and rope rail.

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    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 1:57 pm

      thank you so much, thalita!

      Reply
  20. Vanessa@Decor Happy says

    April 6, 2017 at 11:51 am

    So glad you’re jumping in again! Love those Metrie doors – that alone will completely transform the space. Too bad the duck sticker has to go though. 🙂

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 1:57 pm

      those doors really will make a difference! i am excited! thank you, vanessa!

      Reply
  21. Lindi says

    April 6, 2017 at 11:53 am

    Rope railing?! WHAT! I cannot wait to see your stairs! I love everything you do Cassie, and I’m sure this will be no different! Can’t wait to see 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 1:56 pm

      i can’t wait to get that part up, but it will be last, after all the painting! the crowning touch, i guess! thank you, lindi!

      Reply
  22. Stephanie @ Casa Watkins Living says

    April 6, 2017 at 12:27 pm

    This is going to be good!! Can’t wait to see how you put your touch on the hallway. 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 1:55 pm

      thank you, stephanie! i am excited to get it done!

      Reply
  23. Lindsay @ The DIY Mommy says

    April 6, 2017 at 12:41 pm

    Love what you have planned. This is going to be an amazing transformation. Following Along!!

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    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 1:54 pm

      thank you! excited to finally not cringe when i walk through this area of the house!

      Reply
  24. Kate @Centsational Girl says

    April 6, 2017 at 2:27 pm

    Oooooh this is gonna be gorgeous!! So happy to be in this Challenge with you!
    xo Kate

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    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 6:46 pm

      i love that these challenges get my rear in gear! it will be a blast!

      Reply
  25. Norma | The House that Will says

    April 6, 2017 at 5:55 pm

    Love your plans, Cassie! Especially the black doors with brass hardware set in white walls. And the black feature wall. I’m excited to follow your progress!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 6:45 pm

      thank you so much, norma! i am excited to finally like this space!

      Reply
  26. Karrie says

    April 6, 2017 at 6:03 pm

    It’s going to be great! I love your plan already!! Can’t wait to follow along!

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    • Cassie says

      April 6, 2017 at 6:43 pm

      thank you, karrie! i hope so!

      Reply
  27. Jen @ RamblingRenovators says

    April 6, 2017 at 9:15 pm

    I love a good black door! Looking forward to seeing the rope railing and how you end up painting the stairs.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 7, 2017 at 6:35 am

      thank you! i think the rope railing will be the most challenging but best part! actually painting the tall ceilings in the stairwell might trump that, now that i think of it. 😉

      Reply
  28. Carol @ CAD INTERIORS says

    April 7, 2017 at 12:18 pm

    GREAT design plan! The black is going to look awesome. And I scarred my readers with the terrible phone photos first… Waah! 🙂

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 7, 2017 at 2:29 pm

      the black is up and i LOOOOOOVE it! so happy!

      Reply
  29. Cristy @ W. Collective Interiors says

    April 7, 2017 at 3:08 pm

    Black, white and wood is totally my jam! It’s going to look amazing! And I’m totally excited to see how that rope handrail turns out. Neat idea! Good Luck!

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    • Cassie says

      April 7, 2017 at 5:37 pm

      thank you so much, cristy! i am excited to finally get this checked off the list!

      Reply
  30. Cecilia Cannon says

    April 7, 2017 at 5:42 pm

    I did my staircase and entryway last spring. It was fun. can’t wait to see your black and white staircase come together!!

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    • Cassie says

      April 11, 2017 at 9:33 am

      thank you, cecilia! i am so excited to have this space finally look great!

      Reply
  31. Schilly Construction Inc. says

    April 7, 2017 at 5:56 pm

    No vintage runner? That makes me sad. I would have loved to have seen a vintage runner in this home!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 11, 2017 at 9:32 am

      oh i know! me, too, but my husband has to live here, too!

      Reply
  32. Erin says

    April 7, 2017 at 7:15 pm

    I think it’s going to be awesome, Cassie! Im excited to see the transformation. Our hallway is totally hideous too and sounds like a manageable project for next go’round, hmmm.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 11, 2017 at 9:32 am

      thank you, erin! i am most nervous about the high walls of the stair case, and drilling for door knobs and latches which I’ve never done before!

      Reply
  33. Linda | Calling it Home says

    April 7, 2017 at 8:54 pm

    This is a loooooong hallway, and you are adding stairs. I know how much work this will be. Good luck with the stairs. My back hurts just thinking about it. What a difference when you are done.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 11, 2017 at 9:31 am

      thank you, linda! i have a good start, but of course the kids are on spring break next week… so that won’t help me! unless i can hand them a brush. 😉

      Reply
  34. Eliesa @ Pinterest Addict says

    April 8, 2017 at 10:14 am

    I’m loving your ideas! In our last house, we had black doors and I loved them! I have been toying with the idea for the new house – but I’m still sitting on the fence. Maybe after I see yours I’ll be inspired 🙂

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 11, 2017 at 9:30 am

      thank you so much, eliesa! i am excited to get this space done.

      Reply
  35. Diane Rath says

    April 8, 2017 at 7:30 pm

    Because I know how talented you are, I know how great this will turn out! Love the color scheme and rope railing idea!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 11, 2017 at 9:27 am

      thank you, diane! i hope i can get those high walls in the stairwell painted. 😉 and i am certainly going to learn some new skills, like drilling for door knobs and latches!

      Reply
  36. Marcie says

    April 10, 2017 at 4:27 pm

    It’s going to be awesome!! Can’t go wrong with black and white!! I’m on this ORC roller coaster with you – we got this!!!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 11, 2017 at 9:20 am

      well, i have high hopes!

      Reply
  37. Gretchen@BoxyColonial says

    April 10, 2017 at 8:03 pm

    This sounds FABULOUS! And I will be following along very eagerly, because my hallway is definitely the most neglected space in my house, too. Well, one of them….

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 11, 2017 at 9:20 am

      hallways always seem to be even though we look at them all the time!

      Reply
  38. Creatively Homespun says

    April 11, 2017 at 9:03 pm

    Love this!! I can’t wait to see how this turns out! I’m cheering you on girlfriend! xo

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 12, 2017 at 5:13 pm

      thank you so much!

      Reply
  39. Linda Terry says

    April 12, 2017 at 6:08 pm

    The black and white is going to be stunning Cassie! I can’t wait to see the reveal!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 16, 2017 at 6:40 pm

      thank you, linda!

      Reply
  40. Kim says

    April 29, 2017 at 1:54 pm

    Love the idea of black and white! I think just the railings will make such a huge difference. And your styling touch will be amazing, I know.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      May 4, 2017 at 11:31 am

      thank you so much, kim! i always love good contrast!

      Reply

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