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Is this too modern/contemporary? (ie. will become very dated?)
Comments (33)hedygs, While I'm not to the point of having it installed yet, it did come last week. It was extremely well packed, coming in 3 boxes-the glass counter and mirror was very well protected. They even had a special bag for the faucet. It is absolutely gorgeous! Now, I was unhappy with "curbside delivery" they caught me right after my contractor left and my brother and I had to drag it up my driveway and into the house. That aside, I'm very pleased with it and I cannot wait to see it (and my entire bathroom) installed! I almost forgot, it comes with these short legs for the vanity?!??? It would make it child height. It didn't matter to me, I was going to have them mount it as a floating vanity anyhow. It's just quirky....See MoreDoes this kitchen look dated? If yes, how can it be modernized?
Comments (14)Rita - trying to find panels to fit that older fridge would be a big problem but not the entire problem. It's that the fridge's trim and dispenser show in a way that isn't done any more and hasn't been for about a decade. There is no point to incurring the sizable expense of replacing panelling on that fridge with a different panelling if a modernized appearance is the objective per this thread's title. If the OP's budget can afford it, the best solution for the fridge is to replace it with a stainless one which is a neutral. Either donate the old fridge or sell it on Craig's List though it won't sell for much, but someone could use it. If that is out of the budget, then the OP should concentrate effort on the lighting and backsplash. Laura Barnes - espresso cabinets had a brief period of popularity which is over - this was also mentioned on your other thread. If the OP stained the cabinets to espresso as you suggested (which would be difficult if not impossible to do well) the 2002 cabinetry would be replaced with 2012 cabinetry....See MoreHow would you modernize this apartment?
Comments (7)What an opportunity for you. That bedroom with fireplace and gorgeous windows is so special. Love the peacocks. You could replace the bifold doors with drapery panels. Velvet comes to mind. Just take them off their tracks and store them in a closet or basement space if available. Agree that you should fully decorate before deciding to paint the doors. Finding the right color of wall paint can make you see the doors and woodwork in a different light, so to speak. New globes on overhead lighting might improve their appearance; although it could be fun picking out new ones if that’s in the budget. New flooring in the study would be nice. What a thrilling time for you. 💃🏻...See MoreHOUSE TOUR: Modern Gentleman's Charming New York City Apartment
Comments (14)He’s delightful and so gracious. I want to be a guest at one of his parties. Love his definition of ’modern gentleman’. I’m with him on the step down living room, I’ve always wanted one. We had one in a house when I was a kid, so it feels nostalgic. :) Since the building is a pre-war, I was hoping to see a bathroom. Wonder if it has any original features. I really enjoy the family heirloom aspect of these videos. Thanks, Gizmo!...See MoreRelated Professionals
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