Kitchen Update

It's been a busy week here.  We ripped out everything, put in new electrical and plumbing and then put in new drywall.

Then we starting building the cabinets and mapping out the kitchen.

Here's how it's looking so far.

I am so thrilled to finally have pot lights.  It has been said many times that lighting is one of the most important aspects of a room and that is so true.  I can honestly say that I think one of the biggest changes has been the new lighting.  It adds sparkle and interest to the space already and we aren't even completed yet.  So if you are planning a reno, don't forget to plan your lighting carefully.  I can't say enough about dimmer switches either.  Being able to control the lighting from the dimmer switch is pure magic.  

My 10 year old was playing with the switch and narrated "dinner time", "romantic dinner time" and "PARTY TIME" according to the brightness in the room.  It's a great and super inexpensive feature if you can change the mood with lighting.

Up next...more cabinets to be built...and the big kitchen island project.   I found some really great old boards from a barn that will be used for the counter top on the island...

I literally had to scrape the hay and manure from the bottoms!!  Don't worry they will be well cleaned up by the time they hit the counter top!

I am planning to  use old panel doors as the sides. Considering I have about 10 in our shed, it will be great to use some for this project.  I can't wait to get started on it.  I think the super modern and sleek cabinets and appliances will be a good backdrop for the rustic, vintage island.

Stay tuned for more updates as we progress....