I’ve been living in my house since I brought it almost a year ago, but haven’t shared any pictures on the blog. I finally got all the big things I needed, but it lacks personality and still feels a bit empty at times. My goal for this summer is to finish the downstairs, decor-wise. We will not talk about the remodel I want to do to the kitchen.
I kept the paint color in the kitchen, living room and dining room. I am not really crazy about them, but painting is a lot of work! This is why I started painting my half bath last summer and I am still not done. Hoping to finish it and reveal it this month tho! The carpet is a dark blue. I hated it when I moved in, but its grown on me. It will go someday and now I’m just doing my best to work with it.
View from the front door when you walk in. Cute dog will most likely bark when you come in.
Hospital white on white kitchen. Notice white fridge and black stainless dishwasher and stove, drives me nuts! You can see into the living room from the kitchen.
Dining table, bookshelves and part of the living room. Nothing much on the walls or bookshelves here, working on that. I have a small desk to refinish for the empty walls. The side table is my aunt’s old coffee table and a little low for the space.
Couch, chair and empty wall (soon to be gallery wall). I wish there was more pop between the wall and the couch. I needed a small couch as couches under 90 inches are hard to come by. I didn’t have many options and this couch only came in two colors. The coffee table was my grandmother’s and was made in the 1950s. It needs a little TLC this summer. Notice the ugly vertical blinds. I’ll be replacing those as soon as I figure out what to replace them with.
Here, we have one awkwardly spaced picture and a old, monster TV. Someday there will be a nice flat panel and TV stand. Also, stackable footstool ottoman things I got from my dad. They were popular in the 80s and are from Ethan Allen.
If you’ve got decor tips, I am all ears. I’d love to hear them!
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The house we’re moving into has “hospital white” cupboards too. Old metal one’s from the 50s that have turned yellow in some areas. We can’t wait to rip them out!
For the couch, have you thought about a slip cover? They come in lots of patterns and colors and aren’t too expensive. Best thing is if you spill something you can just pull it off and put it in the wash.
By Gina on 04.14.11 9:50 am | Permalink
Your home has so much great potential!
I laughed at your description of painting.
But you have to get over that! After you’ve done it a few times, painting isn’t such a big deal anymore. We’ve now painted (and in a few instances repainted) every single surface in our place, and I’ve come to think of painting as one of the quick, easy things to knock out. I swear, it’s better with practice!
Speaking of that, either going white or going colorful behind the couch would really make it pop more. With the blue of the carpet, white might be easier to work with, with a few more colorful pillows and accents scattered around. I’m also a HUGE fan of big plants to bring life into a space. Any plants are great of course, but big plants also add height and drama that can be great for filling up spaces that feel empty.
Looking forward to your updates!
By Tanja @ Postmodern Hostess on 04.17.11 10:57 pm | Permalink
Wow your place is great! Looks like there is good light and very homey. And the puppy is a great addition
By Jessica on 04.20.11 7:06 pm | Permalink
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