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[jp4m2]

Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom

Hah! I knew you'd find this thread very soon !

I'm reading Maria's white kitchen posts right now, fun stuff. Love a white kitchen w/ a black counter top, which is shown in a post about granite. So classic.

Is your kitchen white?

I also lovvvvvvvvvve subway tile in white kitchen. I know subway tile has been "in vogue" for a long time now, but I'm still loving it and find it timeless and so attractive. I've had thoughts about subway-tiling my kitchen island, as I saw on this pin, kinda fun, but don't know if I'd ever do it: subway tile island | Living Spaces | Pinterest

Anyone else obsessed w/ subway tile?

No it's not, that's why I collect white kitchens on my boards......I just dream for now..

Maria does have a bias towards white kitchens and subway tiles. She says subway tiles for the kitchen and bathroom have been around since the 50's and are still popular today, they are timeless and classic. Some people might find them boring but I love them! There is a trend right now to eliminate the upper cabinets. I like the look but i wonder how they compensate for the loss of storage. Like this kitchen......

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[jp4m2]

Originally Posted by SophieKatesMom

I have a white kitchen, I love the look but I am not sure so thrilled with the idea of keeping it clean.

I sometimes go to gardenweb web site for inspiration. The topic of white kitchen tends to be a regular discussion. Someone asked the question if they had regrets going with a white kitchen. The answer was, some liked the white because ALL the spots, dust and grime from handling the doors and draws showed up so they knew where to clean to keep it looking spotless. Then there was the other group who didn't like the white kitchens because it DID show all the spots, dust and grime. They felt the wood tone cabinets hid the messes so they didn't have to work so hard keeping the kitchen looking clean. Even if it did take more work I still love the look, especially if it has one of those apron sinks.

[Wylie's Mom]

Originally Posted by jp4m2

No it's not, that's why I collect white kitchens on my boards......I just dream for now..

Maria does have a bias towards white kitchens and subway tiles. She says subway tiles for the kitchen and bathroom have been around since the 50's and are still popular today, they are timeless and classic. Some people might find them boring but I love them! There is a trend right now to eliminate the upper cabinets. I like the look but i wonder how they compensate for the loss of storage. Like this kitchen......

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Love that kitchen. I do love the more Euro / Scandinavian look of no-upper-cupboards but I couldn't deal with the loss of allll that precious storage personally. Do you follow Lauren Liess's blog? So good! She redid her kitchen and got rid of her uppers, and I love her result (pic below) (she is an interior designer): Our Kitchen: Before & After

Originally Posted by margaritaville

Warning.......do not go to this site.
Houzz.com

Ruh roh...do I hear addiction warnings?

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom

Anyone else obsessed w/ subway tile?

Yes! I want to redo our 2 full baths in white subway tile, with some little shiny glass tile mixed in. Little tile like this (hot man in towel would be a nice addition too ):

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[Maximo]

Originally Posted by margaritaville

Warning.......do not go to this site.
Houzz.com

I agree -- it is so easy to lose hours drooling over Houzz.

[MauiGirl]

Here is a lovely white kitchen for you with interesting bar stools. What do you all think about wood floors in kitchen? I have always had tile, but I kind of like the softer look especially with the light kitchens. It would probably be too dark or woody for me though with woodgrain cabinets.

[Wylie's Mom]

Originally Posted by Maximo

Yes! I want to redo our 2 full baths in white subway tile, with some little shiny glass tile mixed in. Little tile like this (hot man in towel would be a nice addition too ):

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That would look so cool! Maybe the dude in the pic could be your contractor, but only if he stays in that towel .

Originally Posted by MauiGirl

Here is a lovely white kitchen for you with interesting bar stools. What do you all think about wood floors in kitchen? I have always had tile, but I kind of like the softer look especially with the light kitchens. It would probably be too dark or woody for me though with woodgrain cabinets.

I love wood floors in lighter kitchens, I think it looks so sharp....plus, it's different than the usual tile or whatevs.

[McheleM]

I am itching to pull up all our carpet and do hardwood. I like to do things myself, so right now, time (and $) are keeping me from doing it.

I also want to take our existing deck out and replace it with a newer, nicer, bigger one. I love being outdoors, and want an oasis, but right now it's not very oasis-y.

My son and I are redoing the walls in the living room to look like a log cabin. It's a slow process, but when it's all done, it will be worth it. (I love my power tools!!). My interior is very rustic/lodge like, and this is what we're doing to the walls. Before, they were just white Sheetrock. This is my entry, where you first come in my front door:

[Carmeow]

All things Mother of Pearl!!!! Obsesssssed. Backsplashes, fireplaces, shower tile, tabletops...ah, how I wish we weren't renting.

I do have a pinterest board devoted to all temporary renter's renovations. I need to find some mother of pearl contact paper/snap on tiles.

Brw love this thread. Thanks Ann, and I will be permanently subscribed to this now haha

[SophieKatesMom]

We have a white quartz countertop, back splash is subway tile white with gray grout. The only color in my kitchen is my blue Kitchen Aid mixer. We are planning to sell next year and I wanted to enjoy my kitchen before we move, next time I will go with a French vanilla white and and rubbed oil bronze fixtures, I wanted that this time but could not get my head wrapped around what color appliances I should get.

We did go with the double door refrigerator with a drawer freezer, love it. Also we brought our hardwood into the kitchen. It's working well, I wanted all the same flooring on first floor.

[SophieKatesMom]

My obsession is going to new subdivisions and touring the model homes (odd obsession I know). My newest must haves in the next house are:

1. Second floor laundry
2. Mud room with a built in dog crate (they are doing this all over in my area)

I have found that my style is very clean lines, few walls and no fuss.

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by SophieKatesMom

We have a white quartz countertop, back splash is subway tile white with gray grout. The only color in my kitchen is my blue Kitchen Aid mixer. We are planning to sell next year and I wanted to enjoy my kitchen before we move, next time I will go with a French vanilla white and and rubbed oil bronze fixtures, I wanted that this time but could not get my head wrapped around what color appliances I should get.

We did go with the double door refrigerator with a drawer freezer, love it. Also we brought our hardwood into the kitchen. It's working well, I wanted all the same flooring on first floor.

Your kitchen sounds beautiful!

I know what you mean about liking one element, i.e. rubbed oil bronze fixtures, but not knowing what to do with the appliances. I would like to have matching cabinet fronts for the refrigerator and dishwasher, but what to do with the stove?

Originally Posted by SophieKatesMom

My obsession is going to new subdivisions and touring the model homes (odd obsession I know). My newest must haves in the next house are:

1. Second floor laundry
2. Mud room with a built in dog crate (they are doing this all over in my area)

I have found that my style is very clean lines, few walls and no fuss.

My wish for a mud room with a grooming bath/station for the doggies.

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[Maximo]

Originally Posted by McheleM

I am itching to pull up all our carpet and do hardwood. I like to do things myself, so right now, time (and $) are keeping me from doing it.

I also want to take our existing deck out and replace it with a newer, nicer, bigger one. I love being outdoors, and want an oasis, but right now it's not very oasis-y.

My son and I are redoing the walls in the living room to look like a log cabin. It's a slow process, but when it's all done, it will be worth it. (I love my power tools!!). My interior is very rustic/lodge like, and this is what we're doing to the walls. Before, they were just white Sheetrock. This is my entry, where you first come in my front door:

That is warm and inviting. Are you going to stain or leave natural?

[Maximo]

Does anyone watch "Revenge"? I basically want everything in the Grayson Mannor house. Love all the wainscoting, which is way beyond my skill level. Would definitely need a pro.

[McheleM]

Originally Posted by Maximo

That is warm and inviting. Are you going to stain or leave natural?

Leave natural