It's been snowing again the last 2 days at the cottage and work is going slow..........but we are still in the "gutting" process. We had a 22 ft. long dumpster dropped and it is half full. A few pics for your curiosity!
As you can see, amongst this mess......I MUST try a few paint colors! Of course, I had to add a little curtain for a visual! Silly me.
This room was the first addition to the home back in the 70's. NO WOOD floor under the carpet...too bad.
This rooms ceiling is completely coming down. And the cabinet doesn't belong there....it came from the kitchen and will be moved to the basement for storage.
this............
Now this............
The sink and dishwasher will be under the NEW larger opening........the stove will be straight ahead........and the fridge will be on the right side. OPEN SHELVING will be on the left, and on the stove wall.
Similar to this................this pic is at dark at the Storybook Cottage. I had a daytime pic but couldn't get it to upload. My kitchen will be layed out like this but I believe my area is a tad bigger...not much though! My cabinets will be white.
This area will be an extension of the kitchen. I have a lot of ideas for this space........
This is a picture of the other bathroom I hadn't shown you........Hubby gutted it this week. It is a decent size room. We removed the dinosaur corner tub, double vanity and toilet. We plan to install a walk-in shower, sink and a closet for a stackable washer/dryer.
And here is a sneak pic of the upstairs attic bedroom (one side)......lots of knotty pine! That is a walk-in closet ahead
The other side of the room.....(sorry, don't know what is on the camera lens). Those old white ceiling tiles are no longer there.......those were removed last week! New drywall will add a better look! The wood cornice/valance above the window has an original built-in light. It's hidden and sweet! Hubby said he didn't mind if I wanted to white wash or paint the upstairs room......yeah!
Well, there you have it on the latest update! There are a few more things I could have shown but I will save those for the next time! Blessings and stay warm~~~Roxie
Oh Roxie you have some great rooms to work with in the cottage. The kitchen will feel bigger just opening it up some. I am excited to continue to see the progress. It is looking so great already with just the gutting! Love the paint colors your a playing with too.
ReplyDeleteKris
Looking really good. Lots of, lots of work yet to go, but you have all winter to accomplish that. curtains look great hanging, I probably would have done the same thing.
ReplyDeleteI should have added, putting the curtains up......it's called nesting :)
ReplyDeleteHi Roxie~ this looks like an exciting project...it will be fun to see what you do! Thanks so much for stopping by and following...I am a new follower, too!
ReplyDeleteGreat progress! We did an upstairs room at our bnb that we previously owned...you can check it out at www.thatcountryplace.com The upstairs is kind of similar to yours. Your kitchen is going to be so cute! what fun planning a whole new space! Happy renoing!!
ReplyDeleteLooks like you are working hard on your dream cottage. We had snow on and off for a few days. I do like snow, but I've had enough and am looking forward to Spring.
ReplyDeletehugs,
Cindy
This is so exciting! It's so much work, but so worth it! The plan looks really cute!
ReplyDeleteRoxie,
ReplyDeleteGood luck with all the renovations with the cottage. So much work, but will look great when it's finished. Love the snow falling.
Have a very nice Sunday.
Love,
~Sheri
Wow, this is some project but what a great looking cottage. I always thought that doing something like this would be fun. Of course after helping my husband put in laminate flooring a few years ago I also know that it would be quite back breaking :)
ReplyDeleteI thought I had commented on your post below the other day but I must have gotten distracted which is so likely to happen with me :) Looks like a very fun neighborhood
I am loving that you are keeping us updated on the progress. The larger opening in the kitchen sure makes a big difference and I bet it lets in more light too.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see the kitchen all done...how exciting it all is.
Stay warm my friend. xo
Oh Roxie....I so picture where you are going with this sweet cottage! Thanks for taking us along on this adventure!
ReplyDeleteKari
I can't wait to see what you do with everything. This looks like such a great space!
ReplyDeleteWOW! You and hubs are in it DEEP! Be careful with all that work! Gosh, to paint knotty pine or not to paint knotty pine? I'm glad you have to decide that!
ReplyDeleteYour knotty pine bedroom is going to look fabulous with a fresh coat of paint! I can't wait to see how you transform your home and admire your willingness to tackle such a big project!
ReplyDeleteyou have gotten so much done! love the big room upstairs! our bath looks just like yours, and our kitchen looked just like yours 2 months ago--it gets better:) what a charmer this home will be!
ReplyDeleteGutting it all and starting over gives you kind of a clean slate! I know it's going to be charming when the fun part starts.
ReplyDeleteMary Alice
Hi Roxie, I'm so excited for you. It must be fun planning every room to suit your own style and tastes. I've never done a complete gutting, just remodeling around want was already basically there.
ReplyDeleteOh, and the photo with the snow . . very cool :) Please come visit. I'm having another Give-A-Way.
Your blogging sister, Connie :)
Dear Roxie - what a huge undertaking but You have such vision that I know it will all come together so beautifully. That upstairs looks like it will be fabulous. Can't wait to see all your finishing touches. Hope you are having a beautiful day. Hugs !
ReplyDeleteHow exciting! I love that kitchen picture-what great inspiration! (And I love your new pic of yourself!!:)
ReplyDeleteSusan
Good luck with your renovations, you have a lot to do. Your cottage looks beautiful on the outside, as I'm sure It'll be the same inside!
ReplyDeleteThank you. Love love, Andrew. Bye.
Talk about gutting a place. You sure have your work cut out for you.
ReplyDeleteWow, Roxie. This is going to be soooo cuuuuuute! I want me one!
ReplyDeleteHi Roxie! I have been on a blog-break, and look at you go! I missed a lot of your demo, you have been so busy! Stinks about the no-wood-floors in the addition room. I don't have them in my house either. We had to install them. I love the warm look of wood, don't you?
ReplyDeleteYour kitchen will be so cute when you're done! The open shelving is very daring because I am a messy person. TIMBER!! Whenever I remove a dish, I'd be afraid of the avalanche! But I'm sure you're not like that.
I'm in a new blog-home. I'm now at www.ceilryan.com It was a big move, but I hope to love it!
Great to see you again, hard working lady!
Ceil
Hi Roxie, You left me a comment about what to do about the paneling. I wanted to see it so I came on your blog.
ReplyDeleteI happen to love it! BUT... I would paint it all. White HIGH gloss enamel. Spray it, don't attempt to roll or brush it, it will not look the same.{Someone may tell you it will look fine but they are trying to save a buck!} It's worth having all your trim and cabinetry proffesionally sprayed, the results are superior. Having the paint and floors professionally done is important. They are too expensive to replace if they are not correctly. Just my opinion! I think it will be beautiful. I always do a paneling in my homes and have it professionally spray painted. The Floors... I would refinish the wood floors and stain them dark. Or if you want lighter I would refinish with a bleaching to make them very light. The contrast will be beautiful. Keep me posted! I LOVE LOVE LOVE your cottage!
I hope this answers your questions! {DO your upstairs first) Live with it a day or so!
Have fun!
xo,
Gail
Casual Loves Elegance
Gallons of paint will bring this home to a whole new level! Your upstairs space will look great with a coat of white. You might consider leaving the open rafters, and just spraying everything white - if extra insulation is not needed. I love the look of the open ceilings! It adds an airy feel. Thanks for keeping us in the loop on your progress!
ReplyDeleteWow...you make me tired. LOL! You have lots of great ideas and such a wonderful vision. It will be charming when completed.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Cindy
Yes, SWEET is a favorite word of mine too, and you are a sweet vintage friend of mine.
ReplyDeleteLove,
~Sheri
What a lot of work, Roxie. A real labor of love. It is darling and I can't wait to see it all done up! Enjoy the process while you are at it. xo Diana
ReplyDeleteYou have such nice places to play with! But so many decisions ahead of you!
ReplyDeleteWow such a fun project
ReplyDeletehave fun!!!
Blessings
Pam
Wow! You've got your work cut out for you. I can see your vision and love the inspiration photos! ~Deborah
ReplyDeleteOh I can't wait to watch the progress - and perhaps get some inspiration here - I'm drowning in my reno's - money's running out - blah blah blah!!!
ReplyDeleteYou have some beautiful ideas - and that upstairs bedroom is bursting with potential!
XOXO