WOW, we’re moving fast! Since my little announcement on Monday a lot has happen. I’m talking cabinets removed, beam ordered, temp wall up, footings being dug… oh the list goes on. Before I get ahead of myself I really should talk at the plan.
You’re now looking at our new kitchen if you were standing in the living room! This is a major reno that includes removing a 24 foot wall that currently separates the kitchen and living room.
When we hired our new contractor I thought I would have a few weeks to pick out finishings, but nope. He’s squeezing us in so things started the next day! You know what that means I have a lot of decisions to make. Now I’ve been thinking about it for months so I have a pretty clear idea. However I still will second guess myself. I know I want modern, but I’m traditional. So how do you create a transitional space? Losing sleep over here from the kitchen not the baby!
This is what’s I’m thinking.
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Decisions, decisions. Here’s my long check list.
+ pick out cabinet doors from semi hand made (we’re using ikea boxes, etc.) and order doors
+ pick out/order countertops
+ pick out/order flooring
+ buy faucet
+ buy sink
+ pick out/ buy new ceiling fan — the hubby really wants one so I’m looking for a super modern fan. Any suggestions are welcome. This was definitely a compromise on my part.
+ order new stainless steel dishwasher and microwave (we already have a stainless fridge and stove)
+ pick out paint color for living room and kitchen
+ pick out accent wall paint color
+ pick out/buy backsplash material
+ buy pendant lights for above island
+ buy barn door and hardware
+ buy hardware for cabinets
+ buy slate for entryway/mudroom
+ pick out/buy new front door
+ purchase cans for recessed lighting in the hallway
Misc.
+ new couch
+ coffee table/ Ottoman
+ tv mount
+ rug for living room
+ rug for kitchen under dining table
+ barstools
+ bookshelves
+ order window shades for the kitchen
+ new curtains in the living room
+ spruce up the paint on the fireplace
WOW… I’m stressed just writing it all out! To be continued….
OMG SO EXCITING! I loveeeee kitchens!! 🙂 🙂 🙂 My sister is going to be re-doing hers as well, I should send her you plan of action!
If you like that wall color, try Cargo Pants by Sherwin Williams. I saw it in a designer kitchen showhouse and it was seamless to an open living and dining room. Fabulous neutral/light green/tan. Sounds pretty awkward but it was very memorable.
i love the inspiration photo! gorgeous. xo jillian – cornflake dreams
Plans are looking great! I'm enjoying the progress posts on instagram. Ugg ceiling fans, I feel your pain! We use these Haiku fans often in jobs. http://www.bigassfans.com/for-home/haiku/ They are pricey, but you can probably find some good imitations. If you can find one with out a light, or a simpler style light, I think that helps keep them from looking so dated. http://www.homedepot.com/p/Home-Decorators-Collection-Reagan-LED-II-52-in-Brushed-Nickel-Ceiling-Fan-YG423-BN/204739440?MERCH=REC-_-NavPLPHorizontal1_rr-_-NA-_-204739440-_-N