For this lavender teen girl bedroom makeover, I finally decided to join the Spring One Room Challenge — and the timing couldn’t have been more perfect. As my daughter prepares to transition from junior high to high school, it felt like the right moment to give her bedroom a refresh that felt a little more grown up while still reflecting her personality and style.
Her one major request for the space? Lavender.
I have to admit, lavender has never really been my go-to color, so the request initially threw me for a loop. But after testing several paint samples around the room, we landed on a shade we both completely fell in love with: Beguiling Mauve by Sherwin-Williams. It has the perfect soft lavender tone with just enough warmth to feel cozy, sophisticated, and timeless rather than overly sweet. From there, the entire bedroom design slowly started coming together around this beautiful color.
Beyond the larger furniture pieces, I also planned to update nearly everything else in the space — including the curtains, light fixture, and seating. One of my goals for the makeover was to create a bedroom that not only looked beautiful, but also felt cozy and comfortable enough for lounging, reading, studying, and spending time with friends. In many ways, we were truly starting from scratch and completely reimagining the space.
One of the things I enjoyed most about this project was getting to approach the room the exact same way I guide my own interior design clients through a makeover. Before purchasing anything, I started by creating a floorplan and design board to help visualize how all of the pieces, colors, and textures would work together in the space. Having a clear plan from the beginning made every decision feel so much easier!
From there, I tackled the room in phases. I started with fresh paint and updated lighting to completely change the feel of the space right away. Once those foundational elements were in place, I began layering in the larger furniture pieces along with an area rug that helped anchor the room and tie all of the lavender and mauve tones together.
Finally, I added the personal details that make the bedroom feel special and unique to her — cozy textures, meaningful decor, layered accessories, and finishing touches that brought warmth and personality into the design.
I’ve been sharing progress videos on Instagram as I’ve been updating the room, and you can watch them all on my highlights here!
Another important design influence throughout the room was my daughter’s love for horses and all things equestrian. She rides competitively, so I wanted the bedroom to subtly reflect that part of her personality in a way that still felt elevated and timeless rather than overly themed. One of my favorite additions to the space was the large black and white horse print we hung above the bed, paired with a picture light to give it even more presence and create a cozy layered feel in the room.
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I also incorporated small leather accents throughout the design, which naturally reminded us of horse tack and the warmth of the barn environment she loves so much. Those details helped bring in a slightly classic, Ralph Lauren-inspired equestrian feel while still blending beautifully with the soft lavender palette and feminine touches throughout the space.
Another fun detail is the custom vent cover I purchased on Etsy and painted to match the wall color. These come in different patterns and look so much better than the standard vent covers! You can see it in the photo above, just behind the light fixture.
Speaking of light fixtures, one of my absolute favorite additions to the room is the Capiz shell pendant light. It creates such a beautiful statement in the space and instantly draws your eye upward while still feeling soft and airy. Surprisingly, it was also one of the more affordable pieces in the makeover, which made it an even better find.
Another favorite detail in the room are the curtains from Two Pages Curtains. The fabric pattern was actually designed by one of the finalists in the brand’s pattern design contest last year, and I had the opportunity to see it in person during the awards event. The moment my daughter mentioned wanting lavender walls for her bedroom makeover, I immediately thought of this fabric.
I’ve used Two Pages Curtains in multiple projects and they continue to be one of my favorite sources for custom curtains and window treatments. The quality is beautiful and they offer so many customizable options for fabric, sizing, lining, and header styles. If you’re shopping for curtains for your own home, you can also use my code MENDEZMANOR for 20% off.
Overall, this lavender teen girl bedroom makeover became such a special project for both of us. I love that the room still feels youthful and feminine while also having enough sophistication to grow with her over the coming years.
One of the most rewarding parts of participating in the Spring One Room Challenge was seeing how all of the layers slowly came together over the course of 8 weeks. From the very first design board and paint samples to the final styling details, every phase helped transform the room little by little into the finished space you see today. You can learn more about the One Room Challenge and see other project entries here.
This room now feels like a true reflection of my daughter’s personality and interests — soft lavender tones, cozy textures, equestrian-inspired details, and meaningful personal touches all blended together into one cohesive design. I know it will be a space she enjoys spending time in for years to come.
If you’re feeling inspired to refresh a space in your own home but aren’t sure where to start, I’d love to help. My virtual interior design services are designed to help you create a home that feels intentional, cohesive, and uniquely personal to you — whether completely reimagining your space or just putting the finishing touches on a room. You can learn more about my design flat-rate services here.
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