The sad reality is…we’re still tiling walls almost a week later. Last week I told you it was definitely more than I had anticipated, and it’s continuing to be a never-ending step in this process. We are making headway though Micah has been working every waking moment, and I thought I’d share some pictures of the progress.
I don’t think I’ve mentioned this on the blog, but we’re renovating the guest bath while we tackle the kitchen. It’s more of a passthrough than it’s own space you go through it to get to the laundry room so I just wanted it to feel like an extension of the kitchen. We’ll probably keep the old vanity and toilet, but we got rid of the dated soffit that housed can lights and added electrical for sconces. With the pool this room sees a lot of drippy action kids in swimsuits so something I can easily wipe down is crucial.
We still have a lot of painting to do to. I say we, but it’s supposed to be me, I just haven’t gotten to it yet. Whoops. Hoping tomorrow will be my lucky, undistracted day!
Micah and his dad encased the header this last weekend. Turns out a header isn’t really a beam, it’s just two 2x10s stuck together, the things I don’t know so in order to make it look like one big piece it needed to be covered up. It will need primed and painted and will get crown around it like the cabinets to make it feel more cohesive in the space.
On the most productive front, the countertops are in! I couldn’t be more pleased with the color. I was totally set on Silestone’s Lyra, but something told me to go see the slabs and boy, am I glad I did! The Lagoon on a slab is so much more calm and natural looking. The bit of grey is lovely against the green cabinets, don’t you think?
And that sink. That big, beautiful sink. I’m so happy I went with the single basin. The faucet’s on order and I think if it’s possible to enjoy dishwashing I will enjoy it here.
We have A LOT left to do this week, but I’m hoping I can really focus and knock a lot out the next two days. Micah and his dad encased the header on Sunday so we’ve got nail holes to fill, painting to be done, tile to be grouted, the old pantry turned into cubbies and then we can start tackling the floors. Appliances and backsplash are the next items to be scheduled for installation and those deadlines definitely should help get my rear in gear. Hopefully I’ll be back next week with a peek at the floor, it’s going to really add that wow factor!
Holly says
It is going to look amazing Gwen! I love the choice of colour on your cabinetry.
themakerista@gmail.com says
Thanks, Holly!
sarah dorsey says
It’s looking SO good!
Taryn says
It’s looks great so far, Gwen and I love the color in the tile! Happy to spend some time together today and can’t wait to see the finished product 🙂
themakerista@gmail.com says
Yes, loved seeing you and maybe next time you all can come over to see the kitchen finished (I’m hoping that’s sooner than later!) 😉
Michelle says
Hang in there! It looks amazing!
Jenny B says
Oh my goodness! What an amazing transformation. That window is now a gorgeous focal point now that the wall is tiled and it is all white. I never even noticed the leaded glass or whatever it is before. It’s like a gorgeous old English estate or something. All the work your family is putting in is paying off 100x over – congratulations. I love everything you’ve chosen and done – as someone with marble countertops, I love the Lagoon. Everything is perfection.
Emily says
Do you know what color your cabinets are? I’ve been looking for the right green for my builtins and your cabinets are perfect!!!
themakerista@gmail.com says
They’re Sage by Kraftmaid!
Kaylee says
Do you walk by and just run your hand over all that glorious subway tile and sigh in sheer joy? (I may or may not do that with the subway tile in my bathroom….) Can’t wait to see the next bit! It’s all wonderful!
themakerista@gmail.com says
Ha, not yet, but maybe when it’s all done? Thanks, Kaylee!
Kimberly says
Goodness Gracious Gwen! You have made so much progress! the tiling is so beautiful- the corner detailing is just amazing. What a great design choice. And honestly for one week, it looks like you guys have been working around the clock! Thanks for checking in during the madness. It’s coming together so well!
themakerista@gmail.com says
We really have! My poor husband…;) But it’s all going to be worth it, I think! A new update soon!
Marla Bombenger says
I absolutely love the white tile on the walls. I know it’s a lot of work, but very well worth it! Love, love, love.
Emily Palmier says
It is looking beautiful! I love the counter-tops with your cabinet color. Perfection! Can’t wait to see more.
Carrie says
I LOVE that army green color on your cabinets! And holy cow that’s a lot of tile! It all looks amazing, I can’t wait to see your next update! 🙂
Kristin Cadwallader says
Oh, it’s going to be so lovely Gwen. You are one lucky lady! xo
Victoria Brown says
Wow! Your kitchen is going to be fabulous when you’re finished!! I love your choices like the single basin, the white tiles and green cabinets. You, your husband and your dads are incredibly talented! Looking forward to seeing more photos of the progress, and of course, the finished look.:)
Dani @ Danielle and Co. says
Wow! All that tile! It looks like it just goes on forever! It makes the space look so big… It really is lovely. I can’t wait to see the final reveal. What I admire most about your design is the balance of practical (not everything from a fancy boutique store, lots of tile, etc.) with really dramatic and unique color choices. I referenced your library and dining room as an indirect source of inspiration for a style board, here:
http://danielleandco.com/blog/2016/design-around-banana-leaf-wallpaper
themakerista@gmail.com says
Thanks Dani! And thanks for the reference. I definitely try to make things pretty practical but I always need a bit of over-the-top in their too. 🙂
KRISTEN says
where did you guys get your tile? your kitchen is going to be SPECTACULAR!
themakerista@gmail.com says
It’s all from Lowe’s! 🙂 Thanks!
TNic says
It looks absolutely wonderful and so tasteful, Gwen. I absolutely cannot wait to see the floor! As for the subway tile, will all the walls in the kitchen be tiled or will there be any painted areas? I have subway tiles on my backsplash, and have always wanted to continue them, but cannot see anyway around doing all the walls that way (or replace the wainscoting with tile but that doesn’t alleviate other issues), but have always been a bit afraid to do that. Anyway, I continue to be utterly inspired by everything you do. Love your originality and yet, how classic and timeless you make things look.
themakerista@gmail.com says
Thanks so much! Yes, every inch that isn’t cabinet or backsplash is tile. Ha. It’s been a lot of work but I am totally loving the result and I know I’ll love it for a long time. Have a great rest of the week!
TNic says
And yea for you, by the way, if I see one more all-white kitchen…they are classic as well, but so lacking originality at this point.
Katie says
I’m so behind on posts…and happy to now be caught up! The kitchen is looking really, really beautiful, and it’s so fun to see/hear the behind-the-scenes. Very excited for you!
Heather @ The Decor Fix says
It’s going to be GORGEOUS, Gwen!
Melissa Krouse says
It really looks beautiful. The tile floor to ceiling is killer! I had thought about it when we do our kitchen but wasn’t sure…now that I see how beautiful it looks in your place I going to go for it. I love the cabinetry colour as well. You have a great eye.
Melissa
themakerista@gmail.com says
Thanks so much, Melissa! It’s been a lot of work but I know it will be worth it!
Lucille says
I really like all the tile and the gorgeous windows. I really like my big one-bowl sink, too. I think that’s the best choice if you have a dishwasher. I like the marble-look countertops. Such a nice and classic look. I opt for beauty over function, too. I got the pretty, fancy kitchen faucet, and since the sink only had one hole, my husband and our contractor would not drill another hole so we don’t have a sprayer! Happy tiling! (and painting)
themakerista@gmail.com says
We don’t have a sprayer either and I don’t really care to have one. 🙂 Thanks and have a great rest of the week!
Susie says
Hi Can you tell me where you purchased the mirrored tilein your kitchen. It looks bigger than subway tile. That would look great in my kitchen! Thank you and I love your style!
themakerista@gmail.com says
Thanks, Susie. It’s actually slabs of mirror, not tile. I was able to get it through a local glass company. Let me know if you’re in Kansas City and I can give you the name of the place I used here.