We changed a "builder provided" front yard into an oasis in the desert. Drought tolerant plants, DG, rock and a bit of artificial turf makes it environmentally "green" with a low water requirement.
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Thoughout the 5+ years we have owned our home in Orlando we have renovated each room individually. In some cases we decided to do minor cosmetic changes to make the room liveable until we were ready to do a full-blown renovation. Enjoy!
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we can sit out here in all weathers--and we do--at our old picnic table on our heirloom rockers on our ratty old comfy couch--the view is fine. we're a step out of the kitchen a step off the deck a step from the back yard. this sunporch is a great mudroom where the dog can dry off in comfort coming in from the snow or rain. the porch is full of antiques from the farm and friends made our rag rugs. we have hydronic heat under the stone tile floor---
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We've updated our kitchen recently by changing out the white appliances for stainless steel. It inspired me to try more black & white throughout. It's a work in progress as I need to change the window treatments now. Wall color is Benj. Moore DIJON
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This has been my 'problem child' over the past 3 years! When we bought the house, it had dark burgundy carpeting, oak molding and victorian accents. Uggghh! Difficult for furniture placement because of three of the four walls having a window or door opening. Soooooooo, after *many* redos, I have arrived at what I now LOVE.
I originally wanted to buy new furniture, because I was just wanting to get away from the green. Now, though, I think it works.
The paint is a gray/beige/green, depending on the time of day. It is NOT olive as some of the pics may show. The paint color is actually a product of Sherwin Williams Harvest Gold paint + black exterior satin paint. Had nothing to lose and was feeling a bit adventurous at the time :
I found the lamps at Pier 1 last week...for $17 each on clearance! Were originally $70 each.
The drapes are Waverly Black and White damask from Target...identical to what I have in the adjoining LR.
Pillows are Waverly Madison print...at Target now.
This room has no overhead lighting...just lamps on a switch (which honestly makes it feel very intimate. I found the chandelier at a friend's antique shop. Original plan was to put it in the gazebo, but after seeing it sitting on the floor here, I knew it was meant for this room! Love the way the candlelight reflects off of the crystals at night.
Mirror is from Target, Global Bazaa 2008.
I took the B/W pictures of architecture from our old downtown area.
Let me know what you think!
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I wanted the kitchen tohavea feeling of warmth and coziness. I choose Kashmir Gold granite countertops paired with a tumbled marble backsplash in warm golds. The cabinets are a cherry color with a dark stain in the grooves. The paint is Sherwin Williams Cardboard.
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I had the honor and privilege to do a master bedroom and bathroom makeover for a Beautiful woman and mother who was dying of cancer. This project was the most Amaizing experience of my life and the lives of everyone involved. I will treasure the memories forever. We revealed her new bedroom on Monday Aug 6th. There was not a dry eye in the house. It was Priceless. Angela went to Heaven on Sept 19th.
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Welcome to our little log home in the woods! Kiakai has helped me work up the bravery to post. I have enjoyed looking at all of your beautiful spaces and decided it was time to take the plunge scary as it is!
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Finally, we get to light the fireplace! These are my mantel decorations. I added the net ribbon this year and got inspiration from another RMS contributor on how to display it.
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The old kitchen was in horrible shape and not at all functional. This is what we did to fix it. We were on a limited budget, so I think it turned out pretty well.
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I just started adding some fall decor to my living room. It is a work in progress. I just changed the curtains but am not sure about them...what do you think? Thanks!!
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After having 2 wonderful little boys my husband and I have been blessed with a little girl due to arrive 4/8/09. Since I had to come out of work early due to medical circumstances our budget (about $500 was limited but with a little diy attitude and alot of clearance shopping... We were able to create this modern oasis for our little princess. My husband did all the work himself including refinishing all the furniture. (Except the crib - a gift from grandma and grandpa. In the end we hope she enjoys this room as much as we do.
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