When you buy or build a house, you can't help but start day dreaming of what it's going to look like once you've made it your home. The new furniture, the special touches, family pictures on the walls. Maybe you've got a "honey-do" list of improvements or upgrades that you want to add over time. We built our house from the start, and I've had a running list going since before we moved in!
For me, interior design is a way of life. It's a hobby, it's a job, it's a passion. As much as I think I'll be happy and can relax when the list has been checked off (so satisfying!), I've come to the conclusion that I will never be done! But that's okay! Whether I'm plugging away at a DIY furniture project, revamping a kid's room, or researching what to plant in our yard, this sweet little home of ours is with us for the long haul, and I'm going to do my very best to enjoy the process!
For me, interior design is a way of life. It's a hobby, it's a job, it's a passion. As much as I think I'll be happy and can relax when the list has been checked off (so satisfying!), I've come to the conclusion that I will never be done! But that's okay! Whether I'm plugging away at a DIY furniture project, revamping a kid's room, or researching what to plant in our yard, this sweet little home of ours is with us for the long haul, and I'm going to do my very best to enjoy the process!
Listed for your enjoyment and disbelief (it's a lot to-do's, I know), here's the latest version of our "Dude, Get On That Already" list...and for you curious folks, you can read the previous list here.
*
* entry table - (preferably 12" deep), white, modern, DIY?
*
* board and batten in entry hall
* doorway case molding in foyer
* replace builder lights in foyer (mini chandeliers? star pendents?)
* hang art in foyer
* hang black mirror in foyer?
*
Entry Closet
* throw pillows / bench seat pillow
* add baskets / functional storage for shelves
* decide on function for shelves (gift wrapping, seasonal, etc?)
*
*
Great Room
* add cabinets / built-ins flanking fireplace
* install molding and mantel to fireplace box
*
* paint new sofa table (driftwood? white?)
*
* permanent draperies
* bamboo blinds for lower windows
* paint side tables
* paint coffee table
* hang art over built-ins
*
* add molding to windows (x9)
*
Kitchen / Dining
* paint & reupholster dining chairs (x8)
* paint dining table
* window treatment (draperies / valance)
*
* finish capiz chandeliers
*
* paint island
* cabinet hardware / pulls
* paint / stencil accent wall
* rug for dining area
Mudroom
* find narrow drop zone table
* repaint chalkboard frame
* small area rug
* bench seat pillows
* replace builder light fixture
* organize drop-zone kid baskets/mail drop/etc.
Master Bedroom
*
* buy / DIY king sized bed frame
* add white flokati rug
*
*
* fresh duvet
* hang ocean waves canvas art
*
* twin lamps for bedside tables
* ottoman/bench for foot of bed
* fireplace pass through (2nd phase)
Master Bath / Dressing Room
*
* paint cabinets (white? orchid? sea glass?)
* add valance over window
* install chandelier over tub
* install shelving in water closet (spray paint brackets gold)
*
* built-in linen storage with pull outs (phase 2)
* frame builder mirror
* upgrade faucet
* cabinet hardware / pulls
* replace builder lights in dressing room
*
* add shoe storage
* replace all old hangers
*
Chloë's Room
*
*
*
* add curtains to bed loft section
*
* paint Ikea table with game board (
* paint vanity table and paint/reupholster bench
* paint princess wardrobe
*
*
* add window seat
*
Ryker's Room (move to basement?)
* new drapes
* add bamboo shade
*
*
*
* new light fixture
* hang art
* install driftwood inspired plank wall
*
*
Loft
*
* paint/re-imagine coffee table to game/Lego table
*
* install doors and upper extension Billy units (phase 2)
* build window seat
* diy valance for window
*
* colorful rug?
* chalkboard wall
*
Laundry Room
* hang art
* board and batten
*
* install cabinets (phase 2)
*
*
* fill void at entry with base cabinets/laundry basket storage (phase 2)
*
Kid's Bathroom
* hang beach / ferris wheel art
* new towels
*
* frame builder grade mirror
* cabinet hardware / pulls
* board and batten with towel hooks
Future Guest Room (Ryker's old room?)
*
* DIY upholstered headboard
* new bedding / pillows
* nightstand(s)
*
* art
* board & batten
* patch and repaint (Repose Gray or new color?)
*
Future Nursery (basement)
* repaint white crib
* new mattress
* window treatment (curtains and shades)
* dresser (old Ikea birch & white?)
* repair rocking chair
* colors: orchid & coral pink? palm beach inspired?
* hang art
*
Basement
* heating / air estimate (HVAC)
* finish framing office/storage rooms
* kitchenette?
* drywall
* mud
* plan / blueprint kid's hideout
* install low pile carpet
* install firebox
* install faux brick wall
* install water softener
* new sofa / sectional
* TV entertainment unit
* paint vintage hutch (white with fun insert)
* hang family gallery wall
*
Basement Bathroom
* paint vanity
* flooring (tile? vinyl?)
* install tub / shower
* adult height toilet
* vanity lighting
*
Cold Pantry
*
* install insulated door
* add more light fixtures
*
Exterior / Yard
*
* add gravel to 3rd bay side yard for truck
* design landscape layout concept for front and back (trees, rocks, sod, bushes, veggie garden, fire pit, etc.)
* DIY glass fire pit in backyard (phase 2)
* lay patio behind 3rd bay, build pergola and add climbing vines, bistro set?
* build deck (phase 2)
*
You know we're going to keep adding to the list, but that's part of the fun! Besides, what's more fun than crossing things off a list? Nothing. The answer is, nothing. ;)
There's not much that I love more than an icy cold glass of lemonade... any time of year! Add pink and yellow streamers and some pinwh...
Ready to get your paint on? We've got loads of painting projects in the works 'round here, but since I am quite preggers at the mome...
Here's a part of Chloe's bed and a random Expedit (RIP) bookcase. It's not strange to see them hanging out like this in our ent...
Don't judge the girl too harshly. This poor dresser has been through some tough times. Not much to look at yet, but I've been searc...
Woot! I am so excited about this latest find. I found this on a local ad site named KSL.com (for Utah, Idaho and Wyoming) for just $15! I ju...
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)