A window trim decision...

So remember THIS post? Well, we decided to do it, why not right? Instead of painting we will be staining the interior of all of the main living area windows with a black stain to create the same look. I am so excited to see this aspect of the home come together, it will be a common aspect that will pull everything together.

Image via Houzz

And since it is the Holidays and we should enjoy a bit of candy, or eye candy at least here are some more images that made this decision way too easy...

 Image via Traditional Home

 Image via Coastal Living

 Image via Feldman Architecture

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Image via Tommy Smyth

Now typically this look is done with steel windows, but lets face it, in our climate that just aint happening. With the windows that we have ordered there will be aluminum clad on the exterior and hemlock fir on the interior, so we have the flexibility to either stain or paint the interior. We are going for the staining option since it wears a lot better over time with little ones and moisture that can build up on the interior of the glass when the temperature dips and the heat & humidity is cranked up in the house. I will say this decision is creating a snowball affect with other selections in the home, but those I will share with you another time, till then enjoy!! Mel xo

Wexford I Images

Here are the beautiful images that Tammy from LIFESEVEN took of the Wexford I home. I do hope you enjoy...and yes, I know, it needs a pop of color. Next home that is shot without furnishings will have some flowers and accessories.

Here is the massive kitchen, so much storage it makes me want to cry. And a great little command center that is centrally located and connected to the kitchen. The perfect spot for a family computer and all of the organization that need to be done.

This was one of my favorite parts of the home, the study and library that is connected to the great room. I am thrilled with how this space turned out and I know the clients will have all of these shelves filled to the brim with all of their books very soon.

Simplicity in the master bathroom, keeping the focus on the free standing tub and over-sized built-on-site shower with 10mm glass.

For the railing the client wanted a contemporary feel, so we went with the stainless steel round spindles in groupings of 3. The wood handrail was chosen for its durability factor and the cream post to marry it with the other cabinetry.

And the powder room on the main level with framed mirror and wall sconces, I just love that look.

And just for fun, here is a progression of the kitchen...

All Imaged property of Veranda Estate Homes & Interiors

Hope you enjoyed this tour, looking forward to our next one which will be Montgomery. Have a wonderful day! Mel xo

Open Shelving...

I love open shelving in a kitchen but I will admit I am too chicken to do it in my own. Why? I have the design already set in my mind and it just won't work, or I should say, I am not letting it work. But I did manage to incorporate some into the Wexford II kitchen, you know, the fab gray kitchen I am planning on. Here are some great images that served as inspiration...

 Image via Coastal Living

 Images via Coastal Living

Image via Cottage Living 

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 Image via Southern Accents

 Image via Houzz

 Image via Southern Living

Image via Kitchen & Bath

Hope they eye candy suits you on this Monday. For me it is the beginning of another busy week before we head off to Missouri for the Holidays, lots of items to finalize this week for Wexford II & our home. Time to put another pot of coffee on!! Mel xo

Simply Stunning

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Happy weekend!!! Mel xo

Fridays Favorite - Pretzel M&M's

Love salty & sweet treats? Then say hello to your new BFF...

For something so yummy & satisfying it is low in calories and fat, nothing better. Hope you have a sweet weekend!! Mel xo

Tis the season!!

Usually by this time of the year our house is covered from head to to, or roof to foundation with Christmas decor. This year since we are in the rental while the new home is under construction I dolled up a tree and that is it, everything else is in boxes packed away waiting to go home. Since that is the case here are some images of what I did last year...

 All Image my own

I will admit looking at the images while writing this post make me a tad sad that I no longer live there, but I know the next home will blow this one out of the water so to say...I am thinking that I may be needing new decor for the holidays though. What will end up in the garage sale, hummm? Mel xo

Project Updates...

Lots going on around here let me tell you, here is a re-cap to keep you up to date on the projects we have under way right now...

Wexford I

Be sure to check back next week for the images of the finished home. We turned it over to the clients on Friday, I hope they are getting settled and enjoying the amazing kitchen.

Wexford II

Last week the framers were just starting to get the main level walls up on this home, the weather was coooold so the work was going slow, but yes, framers do work when it is -20 outside. 

And when they get a burst of great weather this is what happens, they finish the framing. Rob was expecting the roof to be craned on this week, but instead we are already starting the electrical and plumbing rough-ins. This one is rocking along.

Montgomery

The finishers have moved into the home and they are getting all set up to start the cabinet construction. I am meeting with the clients tonight to finalize paint colors now that we have all of our floor and tile samples. I am so excited to see this home come together! 

And if you ever drive by a home in a cold climate and wonder why it looks like the image below, well, that is how we hoard in the heat to complete the exterior during our 6 months of winter. It reminds me of a badly wrapped present, once the tarps come off you have a beautifully finished exterior.

Our Home

Is it done is it done is it done? I feel like a little kid with this project. We were set a good 2 weeks behind schedule due to the fridged cold we had, no concrete being poured with a temp of -10 or below. But not that is done and the back-fill is underway...next step FRAMING!! Here is a timeline of what I have misses blogging about.

The foundation pour once Mother Nature decided to cooperate...

Foundation stripped and ready for servicing...

The Husb and our excavator (he has been working with us for over 12 years now!) going over the garage back-fill...

And more dirt being delivered. By the end of the day we will be able to drive right up to the house, I will be able to stand on what will become our veranda, and the Hubs can park in what will be our garage...

But this image is still one of my favorite things, this is our backyard. Just beyond the trees we have the beautiful pond that my kitchen window will face, isn't it peaceful?

Lynx Ridge

Framing is underway on this home, I desperately need to get by to take a look and some images, next week there will be more to post on this project as well. Stay tuned!!

I do hope the week is finding you well, enjoy the day, I am off for some more coffee. Mel xo