Our utility room…

I admit this is not the most interesting room in a house but for us, each finished space is a huge accomplishment that deserves celebrating. Without further ado… the new utility room: Paint: Pale oak by Benjamin Moore Cabinets: Harrison Collection by Aristokraft in Saddle Granite: Giallo Verona (Not my first choice. I got called…

Demo begins for the new kitchen…

Did you see that title! Read it again! That’s right, we’re ripping out the north and east sides of the house to make way for the KITCHEN!!!! For those of you who don’t know, I love to cook and bake. It borders on an obsession! I’ve been patiently (not so much, really) waiting for this.…

Introducing bathroom #2…

I realize bathrooms are not all that exciting, but this bathroom (along with bathroom #1) will be the first finished space(s) on the main floor of this old house that we have been renovating for the past 2 years. It has been a difficult and very slow process. So, bear with me while I gush…

Zach’s recovering…

Zach has had an obsession with anything and everything that has wheels from a very young age. Whether he fixes it (note the snow boots)… or drives it, he always has a smile! Or a grin! He always enjoys riding in style! He quickly started driving the real thing.   Shortly after we moved to…

Introducing bathroom #1…

When you build a house, or in this case an addition, it’s super exciting to see a room take shape with the framing of the walls, doorways, window openings… but nothing beats seeing it come alive with the chosen finishes!   Bath #1 This bath was designed as the master bath although it isn’t connected…