Please help! I was hoping to get some great ideas!!
K Collins
5 years ago
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I’m having trouble finding something to put on the wall above the bar. I have a small picture there now but I think I need to get rid of that and get one large “something” to put there! I’m open To any and all ideas!! Thank you!
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Comments (31)Here are some pics from Houzz that might give you some ideas. I love the blinds in the first on that hide the upper windows, but it's a pretty contemporary look. The interest on the ceiling along with the chandelier brings it down a bit. [contemporary living room design[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary-living-room-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_718~s_2103) by new york interior designer David Landy ASID CID NY State This has a strong horizontal element with lighting that breaks up the height: [traditional living room design[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional-living-room-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_718~s_2107) by dc metro general contractor Moss Building and Design [ the last two use lots of wood/built-ins to add heft and interest [(https://www.houzz.com/photos/st-clements-great-room-traditional-family-room-toronto-phvw-vp~81556) [traditional family room design[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional-family-room-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_720~s_2107) by toronto design-build Schnarr Craftsmen Inc [traditional family room design[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional-family-room-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_720~s_2107) by atlanta interior designer Mary Trantow...See Morecould i get some help please
Comments (5)It's not "antique"...more "mid century"...repro of "early American" that was so popular in the late 50's and early 1960's. It appears to be a nice quality piece in good shape, well made, solid wood, drawers fitted for silver ware. That mark will have no bearing on value....don't recognize it...but unless it's Henredon or Hickory Chair or another high end maker, it really doesn't matter....and even if it were Henredon....it wouldn't matter. It's a nice 1960-ish piece in great condition....enjoy it....See MoreCan I get some feedback on cabinet ideas for 1908 home?
Comments (30)I was happy with the end result of the Barker cabinets. I thought they looked good and the finish seems to be very good--no damage in the year or so we had them. I actually saw them again when we visited (sold the house to a friend) and they still looked new at the two year mark. We had one place where edge banding, trim and cabinet met and the colors were not quite right. My GC made it work with some extra cover panel or something. The drawers opened and closed beautifully. My GC grumbled a bit about the door sizing and it being difficult to adjust them perfectly, but again he made it work. (He was a carpenter before he became a GC and made my bathroom vanities for me, but wouldn't do a full kitchen because of arthritis). The countertop is honed marble. I wanted a light color and Dh and I both really liked the looks of marble. I tried to find a more sensible substitute but we were never really happy with any of the other options and everything else was actually more expensive than Carrara marble--which was dirt cheap for us, almost as cheap as IKEA butcher block. We decided that we would be okay with scratches and etches. (Also Carrara can be rehoned in place, which reassured us that if we needed to make it look new for resale purposes we could) I loved that sink. It's the kohler stages 45. I wanted a second sink, mostly for the rest of the family to wash hands and get water to drink, but could not fit one in. The stages with two faucets filled that need nicely and functioned beautifully for food prep, etc. I think for induction you want a dedicated circuit and 40 amps? The appliance forum here would have the answer or someone else may chime in. I just know that out of all the great things in my kitchen, my induction range is the one I miss the most. And yes cast iron works. Anything that a magnet sticks to will generally work with induction. edited to add:. Thanks for your kind words. My kitchen was awesome due to the generous and knowlegdgable people here....See MoreHello...and hope someone can help me! (I hope I hope)
Comments (9)The age would most likely be whenever your relative's father worked because it is unlikely that an office would contain a vintage piece of furniture. In terms of worth, the reality is that it isn't worth much because it is a piece of brown furniture in a style that is not popular or desirable. That's just the reality The amount you can get for the piece is going to depend on how you dispose of it and where you are located. Some areas probably still have more buyers for more traditional furniture. If you sell to a dealer, you will get less - if you find a consignment shop willing to actually take the piece, you might get a bit more. You can try craigslist but in my experience, craigslist has buyers who are either dealers or people looking for a bargain unless you actually had a collectible desirable piece. If you like the piece, use it because you wouldn't be able to get a replacement piece for less than what the actual fair market value of your piece is. If you want to get rid of it, see who wants it - or donate it. I just got rid of loads of "brown" furniture - my pieces were actually from the 19th Century and the prices I was offered were so low that I decided to donate them....See More
K Collins
5 years agoK Collins
5 years agopartim
5 years agoK Collins
5 years agoleelee
5 years agoI love the look of framed vintage food or wine posters for the kitchen. So colorful and fun.
A little color would really help your room.
K Collins
5 years ago
PRODerek Tarr Photography
5 years agoI agree about using a large colorful piece of artwork. I tried mocking up a few tall pieces but personally preferred a wider piece (or a collage). Here are a few examples of larger wide pieces with color.
Oh, and about the shelves, if you go that route be careful not to cramp the seating space of the bar chair on the right =)
Fog and Mountains near Blackjack
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5 years agohollybar
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PROBarbara Brown Interiors, Inc.
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PROK Collins thanked Scott Hall RemodelingK Collins
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Jill Alde
5 years agolast modified: 5 years agoClean, simple and rustic clock to bring in grays, black, brown, cream. These are 36". There are alot out there to choose from. I have a hard time finding art that I don't eventually tire of. I would stear away from anything that competes with the picture you have hangng on other side if you love that picture. Many are over the large clock look, but if you find the right one, it can add architectural interest.
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