Home Remodel Inspiration
It’s been a full month since we’ve closed on our new home and property. It’s wild how much can change in one month – in less than 30 days we’ve started the home remodel process and fully gutted the main level of our new house. We’ve acquired 3 acres and a view. I’ve laughed and cried repeatedly, sometimes simultaneously. It’s easy to get bogged down or even lost in the details but I’m trying to keep my eye on the big picture. To help, I’ve gathered up some of my favorite spaces I look to for inspiration in our new home.

White on White on White
Just like the kitchen space above, I’m looking for a bright white space. I think after years of greige, my brain is really craving crisp neutral white. We’ve opened up rooms and have painted it Chantilly Lace from Benjamin Moore and will be soon installing white trim and baseboards.
Did I mention the kitchen cabinets will be

Making Do With a Galley Kitchen

Let’s be honest, the space in our new house is not what kitchen dreams are made of. It’s a little tight, even after we’ve opened up some walls and removed soffits.
I’m hoping every other detail makes up for the fact that it’s still very much a galley. Then I see kitchens like the one above and I think good things might just come in small, galley shaped sizes.
My plan is to channel those white cabinets, light wood floors, and crisp lines to make the most of our itty bitty space. I shared some of my favorite kitchen design elements before and I finally decided on these brass lights for the main area.
Metal Stair Railings

My love for white + wood + metal runs pretty deep. I was thrilled to find a way to incorporate a metal stair railing into our new space.
Even more exciting, my brother (Cascade Iron Co.) and his friend, took on the task of making a custom one for me at a deep discount. Lucky me!


Home Remodel: Black and White Details


I’m tackling this fireplace, taking it from orangey oak to more minimal and modern. Making over a fireplace is one of my favorite Home Updates Under $200.
As we head into the week, we’re officially putting the pieces back together – wood floor and window trim next! I’m excited to share all of our home remodel steps with you… along with all the mistakes I’ve made and lessons learned.