designing around terra cotta tile
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Hello ! Can someone please give me suggestions / advice on how to spruce up this kitchen until reno time?
Have to work with floors and appliances for now.
Thank you in advance.
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Comments (18)Sage green is one of my favorite colors. I wish I could find a photo of it with hickory. Since your cabinets are still open stock, buy a door (or two) to test different colours and see which one you like best for your island. Pictures on the Internet will only help you so much because we can't trust colours on our screens. For the windows, best option will depend on light exposure and how you use the room. For example, if there will be a TV in the living space, there might be glare during the day in which case you'll need something to block that. You might be best served with blinds and curtains. Or solar shades. Might start with inexpensive temporary solutions while you shop around for "best" solution for you. Quality window treatments aren't inexpensive so be prepared for possible sticker shock. Congrats on your new home and all the best with your kitchen!...See More
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2 years agolast modified: 2 years agoMaybe just new glam stools that tuck away and brass hardware. These are from Walmart and add aqua which i just adore with terracotta. Also a new center light would make a big impact aswell. As a side note, a friend of mine painted her okd fridge aqua and it looks so retro cool and has helped curve her desire to get all new appliances for the moment.
Or simpler like these
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2 years agoherbflavor
2 years agolast modified: 2 years agosimple effect not difficult/ all you need for temporary. hardware . look at your drawers just begging for this.
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