Minimalist Kitchen Idea: my home

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdVoOu0hXmCtjpmTJvpl8WATZzKbhKR_S7hKftu2MNhl8kXiIn5MnmUi3pjXLf8zyzUgz1DqILM4-J91ivcp_DEBheYAMPhbPlFqSik4T6qVjGw93ubxd-RjqBhz7z3JjLI6jOy_DUp42g/s1600/interior+inspiration.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdVoOu0hXmCtjpmTJvpl8WATZzKbhKR_S7hKftu2MNhl8kXiIn5MnmUi3pjXLf8zyzUgz1DqILM4-J91ivcp_DEBheYAMPhbPlFqSik4T6qVjGw93ubxd-RjqBhz7z3JjLI6jOy_DUp42g/s1600/interior+inspiration.jpg" /></a><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Are you a little surprised about my design board a little?  I am.  In the last couple of years I've really warmed up to warm colors.  Last year I went on a holiday homes tour and toured a home that was just  everything I love... even though it was a little different than what I thought I  loved.  It just felt so right and was unlike any home I'd been in before.  It has really influenced me in the interior design of this  home.  With that being said, I am also trying to stick with my roots,  too - a very comfortable, cozy home that feels a little like a country  farmhouse/cottage.  Did I just make a zillion contradictions?  Hopefully you're on the same page as me.<br /><br /><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F07%2Finterior-design-board-our-new-addition.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F4.bp.blogspot.com%2F-a49W-rxE61s%2FU8VqaicNvDI%2FAAAAAAAAYIU%2F0V4dPn1leYw%2Fs1600%2Finterior%2Binspiration.jpg&description=Traditional%2C%20Warm%20%26%20Cozy%20Interior%20Design%20Board"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><br />We've talked a lot about the <a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2014/04/kitchen-cabinets-some-revisions-to-new.html">kitchen for the new addition</a> and the  layout of the <a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2014/04/kitchen-cabinets-some-revisions-to-new.html">floor plan</a>, but I haven't done too much writing about the  interior design.  The plans have been approved and now we're just in the  logistical stages of getting ready for construction... which means we  are starting to make real decisions about finishes and ordering  fixtures.  It can be overwhelming to do, but I think selecting  furniture, rugs, artwork, appliances and fixtures before anything begins  will save us a lot of trouble down the road.<br /><br />So, I've  tried to think about everything we are planning to put in our house,  where it will go and will we have room for it.  That doesn't mean we'll  purchase everything immediately (like the hand-knotted oriental rugs or  antique chest...), but when it comes time, we'll have the space for it  and (hopefully) it will fit into our plan.  <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTXx-rG1_3Rjw6R6E-0SfK0kP5WtFKu_7Q1yPVffRehjkjUU-F5ABhoOzvD_4cE5Vzl3HTMCNk_XNvC5mhkhtmHHrkrUDPkCDwH8V0WRL9wVlxy-ZqbabIqygCJxEIZOi4DE9pIEHccDau/s1600/7efd25909915fc810bc14534ee480120.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="511" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTXx-rG1_3Rjw6R6E-0SfK0kP5WtFKu_7Q1yPVffRehjkjUU-F5ABhoOzvD_4cE5Vzl3HTMCNk_XNvC5mhkhtmHHrkrUDPkCDwH8V0WRL9wVlxy-ZqbabIqygCJxEIZOi4DE9pIEHccDau/s1600/7efd25909915fc810bc14534ee480120.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br />I would like the home to be completely neutral (cream walls and upholstery), with accents of rich and muted colors in rugs and artwork. All of the walls will be painted a creamy white like this photo (except bedrooms).  We're hoping there will be room in our budget to add some paneling accents that will be painted, too.  It is something we can do later, so if we're running over budget during construction, we might save it for another year.<br /><br />I'm also embracing traditional rugs that contain reds, burnt oranges  and deep navy blues.  Of course, I still like muted pale blue landscapes  and seascapes in gilt frames (like the one Mike painted for me).   I've  also discovered that I really like contrast, so instead of my typical  in-between tones, I'm going for creamy walls and black accents... even  debating soapstone counters.  <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnDM7YxOL6UVARB7jqhVTLAVAU9IMEy3WcIVrWJOkVUWSbxG6fPmhK_7lnKjSUJYyOJ43vmdb9jOgyQOF-SVd0Tf4o7rECr6kpRm97nEWldaqdY17fkQjVkibk4_8bnjLXmXmU7GkMAgpP/s1600/757dd17090069963e87aca31fc1cb856.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnDM7YxOL6UVARB7jqhVTLAVAU9IMEy3WcIVrWJOkVUWSbxG6fPmhK_7lnKjSUJYyOJ43vmdb9jOgyQOF-SVd0Tf4o7rECr6kpRm97nEWldaqdY17fkQjVkibk4_8bnjLXmXmU7GkMAgpP/s1600/757dd17090069963e87aca31fc1cb856.jpg" width="570" /></a> <br /><br />I love the traditional, easy, and season-less look of  this house.  I want to make sure our wood floors are stained a similar  warm walnut/chestnut color.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjS_XwwHBbwnoe1s7MGVbN1uXAQQgXhsXj4-3Zndtv035BB8VySoYATqAedBrInaIgNyEg77DqP_1u0VCzHs2uZ8ag1VZEex0UBVy4xWRpZrxZM_oIror07D7qFqOum-AeqIfjXZ8qzuYcx/s1600/e658c8690adc.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjS_XwwHBbwnoe1s7MGVbN1uXAQQgXhsXj4-3Zndtv035BB8VySoYATqAedBrInaIgNyEg77DqP_1u0VCzHs2uZ8ag1VZEex0UBVy4xWRpZrxZM_oIror07D7qFqOum-AeqIfjXZ8qzuYcx/s1600/e658c8690adc.jpg" /></a> <br /><br />For the floor coverings, we'll have wood throughout the main areas, but use slate tiles in the mudroom.  I'll be adding a natural color runner up the stairs, in the new bedrooms and using similar throw rugs for accents in high traffic areas.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkFOYEuHL5-39sp2qH9fXUdMRZNwjSYKh-472GNSItXnWA6ZhugHcAEgwJAW3t0ZJrRAjjzjCGAGylvlQHHzxutZ9x5SxJ49-gV3mubsWAqhxJIr9dz6ok0dr3CP2NN5Eqlv5TUQSsGK8J/s1600/IMG_8587.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkFOYEuHL5-39sp2qH9fXUdMRZNwjSYKh-472GNSItXnWA6ZhugHcAEgwJAW3t0ZJrRAjjzjCGAGylvlQHHzxutZ9x5SxJ49-gV3mubsWAqhxJIr9dz6ok0dr3CP2NN5Eqlv5TUQSsGK8J/s1600/IMG_8587.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>For light fixtures and door hardware, I like all un-lacquered  brass that has a soft, antique finish.  I am still planning to use my favorite lanterns (above in my own dining room) from Cape Cod Lighting Co. everywhere I can.  I'm picturing them above the kitchen island, dining table, foyer and even one above our soaking tub in the bathroom.  <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaYdQ0hOecyYrtD6BBqd05iBvW3BVCCfNDEOrNjlZMYmqFnXpZVRedDeikFH_VBHID1Dz8cYkP7b33isS5SE_N6w9F1FU66PCvG_WAJOkqvYwezxvqlMPzLLPz3htFeZeLZZyLIgU_YAne/s1600/e61f6e7eaf1d64bedad660ad665871c2.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaYdQ0hOecyYrtD6BBqd05iBvW3BVCCfNDEOrNjlZMYmqFnXpZVRedDeikFH_VBHID1Dz8cYkP7b33isS5SE_N6w9F1FU66PCvG_WAJOkqvYwezxvqlMPzLLPz3htFeZeLZZyLIgU_YAne/s1600/e61f6e7eaf1d64bedad660ad665871c2.jpg" /></a><br /><br />I also want to make sure we incorporate some creative details, like this vanity.  Would love this for the downstairs powder room.<br /><br />What do you think?  I'd love to hear your thoughts about the soapstone vs. the marble or wood tops.  Thanks for all of your help!<br /><br /> <a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F07%2Finterior-design-board-our-new-addition.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F4.bp.blogspot.com%2F-a49W-rxE61s%2FU8VqaicNvDI%2FAAAAAAAAYIU%2F0V4dPn1leYw%2Fs1600%2Finterior%2Binspiration.jpg&description=Traditional%2C%20Warm%20%26%20Cozy%20Interior%20Design%20Board"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>

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