If you’ve been an avid Design Magnifique blog reader (my heartfelt thanks!), then you know I’ve been engaged in Olioboard‘s monthly Oliohop for the past two months. [In case you missed the posts, you may catch up here and here.] It’s been a successful endeavor and I decided to once again join in this magnificent collaboration of 15 talented designers [names and links below] to share our perspective on designing spaces for moms aka mom-spots.
Before I dive into my design idea of a mom-spot, let me share the following with you. I am a mom of three. There was never a time when my life wasn’t busy. Busy with children’s stuff: sporting activities, school organization stuff, birthday parties, etc. Busy with adult stuff: working fulltime, going to school fulltime, manning the house, etc. Although most rewarding, there’s no question that being a mom is a full-time activity; however, there are those occasions when you may encounter a stressful hellish day. An escape-pod mom-spot is just necessary.
I think of my own mom-spot as a place to…..
DE-STRESS – REGROUP – ESCAPE
Almost equivalent to a staycation, your mom-spot ought to be a space to get away for you and you only. Just make sure that your selected space has a door [with a lock] where there’s no chance for anyone else to just enter. Therefore, your bedroom and bathroom don’t count because they [the CHILDREN] will always find you.
Here are my three must-haves for getting started once you’ve declared your ideal mom-spot:
- Start with a color story. I love all colors in the blue family because it’s reminiscent of peace, calm and tranquility.
- Add soft decorative lighting, which is ideal for a space where you just need a few minutes [before you blow].
- Don’t forget to add pillows in diverse textiles; i.e. prints, subtle bling, luxurious textures [queen of your castle]
My idea of a mom-spot is that it should bring you peace, serenity and revive you to tackle your world. You may see this dream board over at Olioboard where you’ll find additional information on each of the items that helped make this room an ideal mom-spot.
Hop on over to the other designers’ blogs participating in Olioboard’s Oliohop and see their spin on designing mom-spots. Be sure to leave them a friendly comment – I know they would appreciate it! 
Love your color choices! Such a spa like color pallette! Relaxing! De-Stress, Regroup and Escape are three great pointers we all need to remember! Thanks for your fabulous boards, ideas and post! Happy #OlioHop
Thanks Olivia. I was just looking at this board and saying that I feel the need to implement this for someone.
Love your color palette it’s so spa like! Gorgeous boards and posts! Happy #OlioHop Monday!
This is stunning! HOW did you know that I want to re-do my office to look like this! Seriously, love every bit of it!
Thank you Patti – All for you my friend!!!
I agree… I love the color palette. I wish I could use blue more here in AZ. I swear the whole state is anti-blue! lol. Thank you for such a beautiful vision!
HAHA Michelle, do I dear say that’s because you live in a completely RED [pun intended] state.
Marilyn,
I am always so happy to be a part of the Oliohop with you. You are an amazing designer and a great supporter (one of the best!!)
You’ve done an amazing job again with your boards and contribution and I love your choice of colors.
My favorite is the “MOMS ONLY” note…love it!!
Awwww Thank you Jennifer….That means a lot coming from you. You are one of my most admired designer friends!!!
Totally loving those high-backed sofas…those alone give a feeling of seclusion! Love the colors and the pillow combos, too! Great board! Happy OlioHopping!
Joanne @ Homestyling101
Thank you Joanne. Those high-back sofas where the inspiration for this board. So I designed around them. This is one of my favorite boards and would LOVE to implement.
I would LOVE to join you in your swanky glam mom-spot Marilyn! Just lovely…I’ll bring the espresso, k!
I’m game…..Thanks Stacy!!!
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Great colors Marilyn!
Thank you Donna…..I needed a bit of color jolt today
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Love this! My hubby has a dad spot (absolutely no kids allowed. I hardly go in), but I don’t have a Mom-Spot
. I will say that (although you said we can’t count it) my bedroom is a retreat and on the far side of the house. I have a favorite candle in there and the color palette is soft, silvery gray. When I enter, I automatically relax. catching up on OlioHop! very cool!
Well that doesn’t seem fair that you don’t have a mom-spot. I have a spot but it doesn’t have a door so technically that doesn’t count. So I’m still on the hunt for a mom-spot
Your bedroom sounds serene, Enjoy!!!!
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