one room challenge week 2: the plan
week 2 of the one room challenge is underway. i am making some progress on decisions.
now that i have committed to getting this area done in the next few weeks, i have been getting nervous about getting the cabinets made and installed. no kidding—i have emailed my cabinet fabricator 4 times in the last 5 days. i think he gets the hint that i am READY for those drawings.
i still don’t have them yet, and i feel like i am sprouting grey hairs waiting around…
anyway.
here is the design plan for the area:
i love to pull together these plans for clients, and always make one for rooms i am designing in my own home. for me, having a visual guide for a room helps me finalize finishing touches, and motivates me to complete the project!
the mudroom PLAN:
*add a seating/storage built-in (the longer leather pulls will be installed on the lower drawers, and the leather pulls will be on the upper cabinets)
*add planking. i am considering a “random” look to the panels.
*adding grasscloth to the ceiling. i scored some ralph lauren herringbone grasscloth wallpaper about year ago on ebay, and i am hoping i have enough!
* adding some art. still up in the air about size, style, color…
*adding shelling to the closet, along with the bird wallpaper. i have been in love with that wallpaper for a while, and i like the idea of getting a little rush of happiness when i open that cam closet.
laundry room PLAN:
*add cabinets with some great hardware
*add counter. i am hoping to find a rem ant of a black veined marble, but i will settle for some honed absolute black granite.
*install a backsplash. this might be one of the items that doesn’t happen happen due to time and money.
*add a roman shade
*install some trim to the ceiling in an “x” detail
*get a new light.
if anyone want my cabinet guys email, so that you TOO can bug him about getting those drawings to me, let me know! he might need a little more email motivation! ha! i’m only kidding. (or AM i?)
you can see pictures of the space in my week 1 post here
Visit FreeRealtyOnline.com to list your home for sale by owner!
How a Home Inspection Could Save You Thousands When Selling Your Home
Now that you have an Appraisal in hand and you have your property all ready to be put up for sale, it’s time to proceed and get your home “on the Market”. Or is there something else you should do? That depends. First and foremost, you should take an inventory of what you own and…
How to Get Your Property Ready for Sale
It only stands to reason that your home should be in its top condition when you decide to sell. Your home needs to appeal to people. It needs to be attractive. Buyers need to be able to see themselves living in it, and little things can be a distraction to a Buyer. How much work…
How to Find a Realtor Who’s Right for You
Perhaps you’ve tried to sell your home for sale by owner, and you’re not getting results. If you’re going to work with a realtor, or real estate agent, it is crucial that you find someone who’s right for you… someone who has your best interests in mind. That holds true whether you’re buying your home…
10 Ways to Make Your Home Irresistible During a Showing
When you have your home for sale and you’ve got showings lining up, there are several things you can do to make a great impression before those potential buyers even walk through your door. Try these 10 ways to make your home irresistible to any potential buyer who comes for a showing! 1) Put fresh or…
Is a Home Inspection Necessary?
If you’re in the market to buy a home, you should give thought to having a home inspection done. A home is a BIG purchase. We don’t need tell you that. And you want as much information as possible about the home you’re considering to purchase. You’ll want to know that the house is safe,…
For Sale by Owner: 2 Common Questions Answered
Whether we sell our homes on our own or with the help of a licensed real estate professional, we’re going to have some questions or concerns about the process (or even how to get to the process) that lies ahead. We thought we’d take some time to address a couple of common questions about selling…
20 Budget-Friendly Ways to Improve Your Home’s Appeal
1. Trim bushes so they don’t block windows and cut down on light. 2. Buy a new doormat. 3. Put a pot of bright flowers (or a small evergreen in winter) on your porch. 4. Put new doorknobs on your doors. 5. Put a fresh coating on your driveway. 6. Edge the grass around walks and trees. 7. Keep your garden tools…
4 Big Reasons Your Home Isn’t Selling
If you’ve had your home on the market for some time, with little activity and no offers, there is a problem. But most likely, you can find a solution. First of all, you need to identify what’s going on. What’s the turn-off? Now remember, it’s important be objective if you’re going to identify the reason…