Condo Renovation
Defining the space with a wall on the left, while still keeping the window, allows the kitchen to feel open. We also incorporated some open shelving which allows the eye to see the full depth of the room which was important for a small kitchen. With just two of us, we elected to get an 18-inch dishwasher which bought us extra inches in creating more uninterrupted counter space.
Again, because space was at such a premium, we replaced the fridge with a 24-inch model. It's 92-inches tall and is perfect for just the two of us. The range is an induction model - my husband is a former chef and is enjoying using it. We've noticed the condo doesn't get as warm anymore because the range is so efficient.
Because we live on the top floor of our building, the HOA does not allow hardwood floors throughout because of sound transmission. I really wanted to have wood floors! So I decided to run the wood floors from the kitchen into a border around the dining and living room areas. It gives the sense of wood flooring with a carpet on top. Plus, it just nicely defines the space.
We used tile from Fireclay to create a Zen-like retreat. The soaking tub was the smallest I could find for our tiny space. With just the two of us, and being our forever home, we elected not to put in a shower (our other ensuite has a beautiful shower). The waterfall faucet adds to the spa-feel. And I've been loving taking the occasional soak, with a glass of wine in hand, at the end of a long week.
The vanity is a piece I purchased years ago and serves as the focal point for the bathroom. I searched for a vessel sink and found it online from an antique dealer. The lighted mirror has three different color temperatures.
The last thing we plan to do in the bath is have an artist friend paint a decorative mural on the walls by the tub - a Zen-inspired motif of magnolia branches.
We are loving our "new" home!
The old kitchen had very little counter space, low ceilings, and grouted counters. When entering the condo, you immediately felt like you were in the kitchen.
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