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I was struggling with this recently myself. I am inheriting a piece from my grandmother that is not of any major pedigree however she has had it one way for years and I would like to paint the inside a different color. I was hesitating about it because since the 40's it has always been stained. I figure it will sit in storage if it doesn't meet my every need, including style or I can alter it slightly and make it an essential piece in my home. I say go for it!

My bathroom is a combo of black and light gray. The light gray was placed strategically on the vanity wall so it was well lit enough to see. The space is majority black however; and it is very soothing to me. I recommend Sherwin Williams Cyberspace SW 7076.

@krissydiggs - Wow what a chip on your shoulder about the STL. I agree KC is a great place with amazing culture however if you look at most city guides in major publications they generally skip STL and mention KC as the midwest representative. Now let's have a little education on your comment that St. Louis is dangerous. Yes we are high on that list but if you are from St. Louis you would know that the majority of that crime rate is thanks to a lovely little place called East St. Louis - AKA not even in Missouri but across the river in Illinois. Unfortunately it is part of Metro St. Louis and we always take the rap for it. But the majority of the locations mentioned in this city guide are perfectly safe and well worth the trip. No matter where you travel you should always be smart about safety. Be more educated on the subject before you start trashing a place.

Aside from that I was born and raised in STL we have great history, wonderful places to eat, shop, & see and for the most part it is relatively inexpensive - many of our museums have free admission. If you think you might travel here don't let small minded people sway you. The STL is great!

Just said goodbye last week to the first home I ever owned. I lived there for 12 years and renovated it from top to bottom myself. Many things happened to me during my time there. I even got married while living there. My husband and I said our tearful goodbyes but are thrilled to be starting the next phase of our lives as well as ambitious new projects.

I actually went to high school with Joe, Mrs. Vodicka, his Mom, was my art teacher, actually one of my favorite teachers growing up. I remember seeing his art displayed in the studio from time to time and he was very talented. It is nice to see some things never change and you still have a unique and wonderful eye.

I used think he was awful however then I started really watching him. He has a very dry dark sense of humor and sometimes when you think he is at his worst he is really just messing with someone. That being said he has yet to do a space I don't love. I really appreciate his aesthetic and attention to detail.

The best was when Zoila was at war with the Roomba and Jeff said it was there to take her place. Hilarious!

Thank you Lane Design! Those are my thoughts exactly. This is just what our profession does not need. I have gotten to the point where I don't tell strangers what I do for a living because their comment is always "well you should come help me pick out some curtains for my kitchen". Like my work is free and easy. Anyone can do it! Or like this show is portraying that designers are ego maniacs and over priced. I design multi million dollar commercial and residential spaces for a living. My work is hard and my hours are long. Show how hard TRUE interior designers work and then maybe I will tune in.

There are some on the Lewis & Sheron Textile Co. website. I did not find one exactly like the pillow above however there are some interesting options that may work for you.

http://lsfabrics.com/fabric_catalog.php?cPath=1

Edward Wormley Walnut Surfboard Coffee Table - More than I wanted to pay that day while thrifting but I had been searching for something just like it for over a year and this one had design pedigree. I still sigh when I see it :)

I have to say I always loved the Otho designed house in Beetlejuice. I knew it was supposed to be one of the worst things the new owners did but I still found it intriguing.
My other favorite Todd and Margo's home in National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. It was very 80's contemporary as opposed to the sleek modernist James Bond aesthetic but still the message was there modern=evil :)

Proud to be evil and modern!