How We Transformed an Iconic Phoenix Home in Just 2 Weeks

Project overview

Quick two-week refresh of an iconic Phoenix home by Jamie Rose Interiors (Jamie) with lead designer Ray Robertson. The goal was to update a well-known house to feel more current and personal without a full rebuild — all completed in roughly two weeks before Christmas.

Project name/hashtag referenced in the video: “Project Leave the Gun, Take the Canoli.”

Key design moves & project highlights

Overall scope

• Swapped light fixtures, added Venetian plaster, installed draperies, reupholstered and added furnishings, changed artwork, refinished hardware/fixtures, and restyled each room.
• Timeline: approximately two weeks.

Room-by-room highlights

Dining room

• Venetian plaster walls to add depth and a soft glow compared with paint or wallpaper.
• Plaster finish extended even to the chandelier shades for added drama.

Great room

• Began with a bold rug as the “painting” for the space.
• Added a Roso Levanto marble table and layered burgundy velvets.
• Curated soft, petable throw pillows (including ruffled flange details) for texture and comfort.

Kitchen

Four targeted, high-impact changes:

1. Painted the island Benjamin Moore “Mustang.”
2. Replaced light fixtures (Etsy pendants refinished to a warm terracotta).
3. Painted the ceiling from shiny tin to a “natural cream.”
4. Refreshed styling to complete the look.

Bar / lounge (off entry)

• Converted a formal sitting room into a functional bar using furniture (vintage-inspired bar piece + storage cabinets) to avoid any structural or plumbing work.
• Dark walls (Benjamin Moore “Vintage Vogue”) wrap the room for a cozy lounge feel.
• An Anthropologie lamp acts as a collected/character piece.

Powder room

• Used wallpaper as an extension of the bar’s vibe.
• Tip: choose an irregular-pattern wallpaper on low or angled ceilings to hide seams.

Primary suite

• Kept and celebrated an existing statement fireplace; the bedroom contains only original art.
• Soft rosy Venetian plaster, full-length linen draperies with a black outline, and layered textures (rose quartz chaise).

Primary bath

• Updated lights, mirrors, and hardware.
• Worked with existing blue wallpaper by pulling the subtle brown stripe into chairs, rugs, and accessories to harmonize the palette.

Guest room

• Calm, restful palette with nods to the clients’ ranching history (horse art).

Kids’ / teen rooms

• Urban Outfitters–type vibe: neon sign, gallery wall, bow-shaped pillows, soft/tactile bedding (teddy/bun shams), and a vanity for skincare/habits.
• Practical note: don’t overspend on kids’ bedding; swings are great but require ceiling blocking for support.

Outdoor / backyard

• Inherited a mature, secret-garden yard (ficus hedges) by Jeff Burgoff (Burgoff Design Group).
• Added updated furnishings and pink-striped umbrella/fabrics to create a hotel/beach-club vibe.
• Selected outdoor materials that withstand Phoenix heat (synthetic woven pieces and performance fabrics); avoided teak/metal that get dangerously hot.

Practical tips & tricks

• Small scope, big impact: four targeted changes (paint island, replace light fixtures, paint ceiling, restyle) can transform a kitchen.
• Venetian plaster: more expensive than paint but adds depth and historical/soft glow.
• Dark paint: “wrap” the room (paint all walls and trim) to make the look intentional and successful.
• Wallpaper on low/angled ceilings: use irregular patterns to mask seams.
• Pillows: prioritize soft, comfortable fabrics if people will use them; curate textures and tonal families (for example, burgundies) for layered interest.
• Electrical workaround: when floor outlets are inconvenient or ugly, use battery-operated light bulbs for lamps.
• Faux plants: be selective; invest time to source realistic fauxs rather than obvious fakes.
• Outdoor furniture for Phoenix: choose performance fabrics and synthetic woven pieces; avoid teak and metal that overheat. Durability matters in extreme sun and temperatures.
• Kids’ rooms: keep textures petable and budget-friendly for bedding; add a vanity and character pieces (neon, swings) with proper installation support.

Notable locations, products, and people

• Location: Iconic Phoenix home (Arcadia / active indoor-outdoor neighborhood vibe). Backyard designed by Jeff Burgoff of Burgoff Design Group.
• Brands / materials / products:
  • Venetian plaster
  • Roso Levanto marble table
  • Four Hands furniture
  • Benjamin Moore colors: “Mustang” (island) and “Vintage Vogue” (lounge)
  • Etsy pendant lights (refinished)
  • Anthropologie lamp
  • High-quality faux plants
• Artists mentioned: original art by “Eric Stfonsky” (Chicago) and a commissioned piece from Lauren Barkstdale Hill (Louisiana) — as credited in the video.
• Speakers: Jamie (Jamie Rose Interiors) and Ray Robertson (lead designer).