I was excited to see this project through and the contractor was great about letting me be involved. He knew that I knew what I wanted. I learned a lot in the process of things that work and don't work.
The best part is even if I didn't get to do it by myself it is still MY design and to see it completed from my head, to paper, to finish is pretty awesome.
Funny story, well it is now. If you want to avoid possible marriage counseling get your measurements right. Jarom has been so patient with my projects throughout the years and kindly funds most of them. This one he agreed to as long as I had a place for all the "equipment." I clarified that it was covered, not to worry. After measuring a gazillion things when the project was complete I had measured my cabinets not deep enough. I'm still baffled by how I was so off on those measurements. And when Jarom went to put everything together just to find that none of it fit. . .let's just it was not a happy moment. He was LIVID!
On a happier note, despite the fact that I ended up over budget because I had to have my shelves replaced I was able to incorporate a little more design without demolishing the shelves altogether. The contractor was kind and on board with my idea. In the end, Jarom liked the new design better.
I had the shelves curved to extend the depth 3 1/2 more inches without looking weird.I'm still in debate on my color choices (there is always something, right?). . .my cabinets should probably be more of an off-white than pure white, and I'm not crazy about my yellow with the tile. I do LOVE the tile and it was one of those last minute changes (when I realized my budget allowed) but the paint had already been purchased. Nothing I can't change down the road.
Overall, I'm really happy with the outcome. The TV still remains GINORMOUS but it's not uncomfortable for us to watch and I've gained about 3'x8' in my living room.
What to do for my next project?
7 comments:
Looks great Laura! At first, I thought you had done it all. It wouldn't surprise me. Hope you are feeling well. -Jennifer
Very interesting change. Didn't know you were going to replace the brick with the tile. I am a brick girl for life. I like the cabinets!
Amazing!!! I'm so impressed. I love those straight, clean lines of the bookshelve. Congrats to you! I'm trying to wrap up my family room now. I will post pics if it isn't a complete disaster.
This looks great Laura. Really good. You have to love built in storage.
I was happy last night when LG told me he was finally over getting a big screen TV. We may have the same feelings about its ginormity.
Love love love it! Very impressive! When we get a house I'll need some pointers from you!
This is awesome Laura! i love it.
This looks AWESOME!! I love it and I think it is so awesome that you came up with all of it! It really looks great, sorry it has taken me so long to get on your blog and look at it! WAY TO GO!
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