Guest House Living Room Before and Afters

Two years ago we bought this house that came with an amazing full and detached mother-in-law suite, and our single friend moved in and immediately began renovating.  Now engaged (to a girl with impeccable style, as you'll see), today he lives in what looks like an entirely new space.  Hold on to your hats, kids, because this before and after post is drastic and awesome!

before

after

before

after

 Together they have made this a home.  Once this little apartment was tragic and empty, but now it's beautiful and cozy.   Of course, they would tell you it's still not finished, but I'm just so proud of them I couldn't wait to share. I'm looking forward to having such a decorating talent to help me with my place!

 So tell us, 

what do you think?

Guest House Living Room "After"

A few months back I shared some "before" pictures of our guest house.  Well, our friend (who is gracing us with his presence in that guest house) has since done a lot of work on the place and I thought it was high time I share his accomplishments.  He's worked on more than the living room, but since I hate to share any "after" photos of rooms that aren't totally finished, I'm only showing those living room photos.  Here's a "before" for comparison:

 And here are a couple of photos of the new living space:

He painted the walls and concrete floor, added lighting and window treatments and furniture, and was very frugal and creative will all these tasks.  Those vintage yellow shelves up there are actually plastic garage shelving that he used plastic-friendly spray paint on. Amazing, no?  I must also mention that he is very good with dishes and loves to cook...and is single.  All my single friends take note.