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a little weekend kitchen update

Here is a weekend update on Megans kitchen I am re-doing for under $1000

the plywood floor is done and coated with three coats of high traffic Varathane

the concrete counter is still curing

the light fixtures are expected to arrive any day from Barn Light Electric

the farm table is in the work shop and is waiting for legs

the shelving is done

microwave cart done as well

the curtains are being sewn from pure white linen fabric found at a thrift shop for $8

I found incredible industrial shelf brackets for $10 at a restaurant liquidation sale

I have been picking up a few things at yard sales and thrift stores to place on the open shelves

the look I am going for will include

galvanized metal, white china, clear glass and natural bleached pine

hotel silver for $1.00

so far I have spent just under $20 on kitchen accessories.  I really dont need to get much more.  Megan has great stuff in her kitchen storage closet and through out her home that I will be using as well.

 these photos below are my inspiration for the kitchen floors.  I am sorry that I do not know the source - if anyone does I will be happy to give credit

  

 I got the look using the plywood planks

 

 you will have to wait a little bit longer for the reveal

have a great weekend - Lori

Cool Shabby Industrial Kitchen

Found this on one of the estate agent databases in an apartment for sale. Very cool shabby chic industrial styled kitchen. Think I would get tired of the tiles with the black grouting but apart form that love the style of this kitchen. Cushion are from hm.com and does also come in black this season.

Great Kitchen Design

Here is a great design idea I just had to post - this is such a wonderful, ingenious design. I am anxious to use it in my next project. The first view is entering the kitchen. Notice the raised island area where the the stools are placed.

Hutker Architects

Here is the view from the other side. It is the perfect space for storing dishes, bowls and mugs. Isnt that so very clever?

Hutker Architects

I think this design idea would work especially well in a vacation home. Guests getting up in the morning at all different times and they can simply find everything they need without feeling uncomfortable rummaging through the cabinets. What do you think? Like it or love it?

Kitchen Sinks Design

When it comes to kitchen design, laundry has an important role to highlight the charm of your kitchen. On a daily basis, interviewing witnesses to a number of activities and a lot of pressure. Therefore, it becomes extremely important to ensure that the practice of the kitchen sink in terms of its function. So do not just go in appearance, but also think about functionality. Read on to learn more about the leak of the kitchen.

Modern kitchen designs ideas

Modern kitchen designs ideas.

Modern kitchen designs ideas

Modern kitchen designs ideas.

Kitchen Lamps

Another post of the favorite kitchen lamp, Titan,  that hopefully will be installed in just a few weeks now as the new kitchen takes shape.

A Peek into Linda Banks Kitchen

Over a year ago I introduced you to one of my favorite Interior Designers, Linda Banks. Lindas work is probably not new to many of you as it has appeared in Traditional Home, House Beautiful, Renovation Style and Maine Home and Design. Shortly after the post, Linda contacted me and I was able to let her know directly how much I admire her work.

Linda provides her clients both architectural design and interior design services, a perfect blend to create breathtaking homes. She also has a wonderful store in Falmouth, Maine called Simply Home. So imagine my delight when a few months ago Linda contacted me and asked if she could send me some of the images of the new home she was building for herself in Maine. I was thrilled!

Over the next week I will show you the entire house, but today lets focus on the kitchen and the adjoining dining/sitting areas. Above is the kitchen - notice Lindas signature, classic coastal style.

I love her palest of blue cabinets that are made to look like free standing furniture. Notice the scalloped apron on the bottom and the legs. So charming!
Here is another closer view. I really adore windows above a sink and these make a real focal point. Notice the boxed out crown moulding above the windows, it frames the windows like furniture. Others might just put a straight line of moulding across the ceiling, but these small architectural details are what sets Linda Banks apart. A peek into the pantry. You know my obsession with pantries and it seems they are getting very popular these days.

Another notable detail is the backsplash of the sink. Notice the curved stone sides which give the sink area a built in old-fashioned look.

Again notice the the crown molding above each refrigerator and cabinet area. The symmetry of this space is very pleasing to me. The butcher block counters on either side of the stove are functional and beautiful. Note the scalloped apron side cabinets, which are fashioned to look more like furniture. I also like Lindas choice of muted blue subway tile.

Moving to the opposite view of the kitchen, we see the stairway to Lindas art studio/office loft.

A zinc desk! Isnt this an incredible find! Linda loves mixing vintage items, and an old favorite item that I have long coveted is her antique barber pole. I see she has moved it here from her mudroom/back entry of her old Iris Hill home.

This view is the breakfast area/keeping room; looking into the dining room. I love this open space. A perfect spot for cereal or in the winter venture over to the club chairs with your coffee and be warmed by the fire. The antique sign, muted chest and breakfast chairs add the perfect texture to the area.

The palette is soft and neutral with out being cold. Whites, blues and taupes abound. It is important to also notice the scale of the items in the room. The over-sized antique sign and large andirons add drama to the both the walls and the fireplace.

The walls are what Banks calls "nickel beadboard" grooved so a nickel can slide along. This deeper more over-sized groove, as well as beefed up crown mouldings, give the home more substantial and an "older home" feeling. The blue ceilings, overall color scheme and accessories add a more contemporary edge.

The mix of the two creates a beautiful space. The flooring was stained dark, but light enough to let the grain of the wood show through.

The Dining Room is small, so Banks built in a unique buffet space. Anchored with interesting lighting and an antique map it becomes a wonderful focal point.

Banks attention to detail does not only lie in her architecture. Notice the beautiful detailing on the dining room chairs above and brown welting on the chairs below.

Keep an eye out for the rest of this fabulous house!! Thanks for sharing it with us, Linda!