Dining room makeover + Ikea besta hack | How to design a room from start to finish

Planning a room makeover can seem overwhelming but if you break it down into steps and tasks, it's doable!

Please let me know if you have any other questions and I'll reply them in the comments 💛

Love,
Hill

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L I N K S

Links marked with * are affiliated links.

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IG: @ccloudyhills

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T I M E S T A M P S

0:00 preview
0:27 how to start designing a room
3:03 picking a paint colour
4:14 ikea besta hack
9:00 hanging curtains
9:48 larger furniture
11:29 final decor
12:46 reveal

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F A Q

camera: canon g7x mark ii + iphone 11 pro
editing software: adobe premiere pro 2021

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M U S I C

I use various music platforms including:

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This video is sponsored by Milanote.

[cloudyhills]

I get a lot of questions on how I design my room makeovers, so I wanted to put together a video that went from step 1 of the planning process all the way to the end!


Please let me know if you have any other questions, I'll try to answer them in the comments!

Love, Hill

[Danycrumble]

I haven't watched the whole video yet, but I gotta say that this is one of the best ad-placements I've seen in a video! It makes so much sense and I get the feeling it's actually useful to you and your planning. I feel like I got a great tip instead of just watching an ad! Big kudos to you for that :) <3

[aynp]

I've watched others promote Milanote but this is the first time someone demo'd how they use it. I love the color swatch suggestions.

[lara_xy]

Milanote looks great! It seems perfect for personal things such as wedding planning, but also for my work! Signed up right away - and I love your makeover as always! Your videos are always so calming and you actually have the skills to turn an (already nice) room into something even better! It is also so nice to have found such an "aesthetic" channel based in Germany, as that means I can get the items you mention if I want to

[asmaa_vlog_]

I feel happy when I get a notification that you have uploaded a new video 🥰😘😍. Thank you very much for uploading the video. Your videos fill me with so much positive energy 🍓♥️🥰😍😍🍓♥️🥰🍓🍓

[ninator]

Wow, I absolutely love the space you’ve created. I can’t even say which piece I like the most, because they are all so pretty. Can’t believe you found these candle sticks, absolutely beautiful. ❤

[memoirsofmyboyz]

the makeover turned out really cozy and elegant. Good job to the both of you! I still can't get over how handy you are - you defy all the social norms about men being the handy-man around the house. Kudos to you Hilary! And thanks for the tip on using the app for collaboration - I can almost hear some older folks frowning out loud about how such tools are reducing the need for face to face communication but I think it's great that you've found a way to discuss about ID and choices, which for some couples could be grounds for serious disagreement. This way, things get decided upon in a very objective manner.

[vincent]

Omg! Give this girl a home improvement show! This (and your other makeovers) is amazing. You are talented beyond measure, H.

[wendyduncan]

Such a lovely space. I love that you began with a desire to spend time with friends and family in your home. Your choices reflect that graciousness and spirit of hospitality. 🧡

[s-bs]

I love the relaxed feel of this room and it really comes into its own at night. The Ikea hack worked so well and the completed unit is a perfect focal point for the space.

[AmandaBaias]

Now this is a beautiful dining room! Absolutely beautiful. Warm, cozy and so inviting.

[mollym]

OMG this looks SO GOOD!!! You always do such beautiful work that really compliments the other projects you've done. It's so inspiring!

[beriberlin]

It is a very cozy living room! I love the combination of woods and plants. And wow the Besta cabinet hack is amazing. Also love the light 😍 both of you have a great taste👍

[lorimecikalski]

You have created such a warm and inviting home. Great job!

[findingtrixie]

That Besta hack tho! You'd never think it was IKEA. Love it.

[dddecker]

Love the transformation!!! You two did a beautiful job! Your dining room looks so cozy & sophisticated at the same time❤DDecker

[mommygarcia]

All the natural wood looks absolutely beautiful gives a touch of boho scandi decor ! I love it !

[mikayla]

Your style is literally everything I love. I always say whenever it's my turn to finally decorate a place I love, your video's will be the inspiration!

[debgibson]

so so pretty and peaceful. using paint to separate the kitchen is a great idea! I am going to paint part of my living room to designate a place for my dining area. Thank you for this idea. I have been missing new videos from you, just thought about you yesterday and this video popped up today... yay!! please share what you are doing to the rest of your home!! Cloudy Hills is a must have!!!💖💖💖💖😘

[Linda-judf]

I wish I could hire you to do my place, your taste and style is impeccable. Another gorgeous transformation and cozy, relaxing video!