Scott and I had designs on this house long before
it was finally purchased by a couple of friends,
to be their forever home... at least for a while.
In fact, I had purchased and lived in the little white cottage
just across the street over 15 years ago.
The house had belonged to a sweet little couple in our church.
It had already raised one family, and it was ready for a new one.
But first, there was a renovation to be done--
the kitchen/dining room and 2 bathrooms.
KITCHEN / BEFORE:
KITCHEN / AFTER:
The tiny, closed off kitchen was filled with dated finishes
including dark pine cabinets, worn laminate countertops
and wallpaper ... even on the ceiling!
Take the tour:
the cramped kitchen (visible through the door below)
joined with the separate dining room (below):
Tear-out was brutal;
below is the view from the dining room,
through the kitchen (now completely gutted)
and into the master bedroom/bathroom.
reframing the walls:
View from kitchen into what was once the closed off dining room:
Lam beams were incorporated into the island
to provide the necessary load-bearing support.
Recessed lighting throughout the kitchen
and ambient under-cabinet lighting brighten up the space.
This energetic, young family chose a contrast of colors for their cabinets,
but brought in traditional finishes like a stone backsplash and oiled-bronze hardware.
What a difference!!!
Simultaneously, the two colorfully tiled bathrooms were overhauled.
The hall bath was a lovely mint green throughout.
Unfortunately, extensive termite damage was discovered during tear-out.
We learned a lot about how these critters eat.
After a thorough inspection, we replaced the rotten joists.
The new linen closet:
And the final look:
NEXT, THE MASTER BATH:
Dig those pink finishes :)
MASTER SUITE, BEFORE:
DURING:Check out that closet space; it is slated to become a spacious walk-in closet with entry from the bathroom.
And finally, with all walls removed,
you can now see through into the kitchen/dining area.
TAKE THE MASTER BATH TOUR:
(pink no more :)
Oiled bronze finishes and a travertine
brick-lay floor tile provide plenty of class.
The clean white cultured marble surround is
easy to clean and maintain.
A glass door with minimalistic framing and
mosaic tile shower floor add a high-end
quality look to this spacious shower.
That thermostat on the wall above is the control
for the new instantaneous water-heater which will provide plenty of hot water for this family while saving them money in the long run.
And finally, with a new entry into the walk-in closet from the bathroom (leaving the master bedroom wall free for dresser and tv), this couple has plenty of room for their clothing and shoes.
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