Last week I caught wind that my mom might be building a house.
Of course, this got my mind spinning.
What I would give to build a house right now. One day I plan to build (or renovate an old home) and then my 20+ years of researching, dreaming, and drooling will pay off, right?
Until then, I will dream for other people. It’s almost as fun anyways.
I’ve started a Pinterest board where I am collecting ideas for my mom’s house…she has great style herself, but I am pretty sure it is my job as her daughter to give her a few suggestions….
1. First things first…I have a complete love for black windows.
I mean, come on, this little breakfast nook enveloped in black windows makes my knees weak.
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In my opinion, a black window over the kitchen sink is an absolute must.
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2. Next item of business, subway tile.
No fancy backsplash will ever win me over like subway tile does.
It’s classic, clean, and has so much character.
Now add a little dark grout and tile the wall from counter to ceiling…and I am a puddle of mush.
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3. Let’s talk about open shelving.
I think it’s a must these days. A kitchen full of cabinets just doesn’t do it for me anymore.
Don’t you think mixing woods, metals and glass adds so much life a space? I looove how this open shelving was styled.
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4. Plank Walls
Yep, they are so-popular right now and I am on board (no pun intended!). I love them in a mudroom or back entry. Now throw in some black windows and I am one happy camper.
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5. Mixing finishes.
Is that a chrome faucet and gold hardware?
This is definitely the #1 design detail that I have to convince my clients of. Yes, mix finishes! The end result is sooo good.
These two bathrooms complete me. They are both cohesive but completely packed full of personality and mixed finishes.
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I am super excited to see what my mom comes up with.
You can follow my Pinterest board here, I guarantee I will continue to give her a few more suggestions…
What are your dream home must haves?
Sounds like a lovely dream to me too! I’m really loving black windows lately as well.
Love all your choices…definitely on my list, too! (I just happened to blog about black paned windows, too! They are so maj!)
I’m in the process of convincing my hubby to go with a black window over our kitchen sink. He thinks it will date but I see it as a classic when mixed with carrara, subway and a little rustic wood. Love your dream home ideas!
I don’t think he needs to worry about it dating…definitely classic! Your plans sounds amazing!
Your mom’s current home is so gorgeous, I can’t begin to imagine how fabulous her new home will be….with your help, of course! My absolute number one is mixing metallic finishes. I have done it in my own home and I love the depth and interest it gives it. Can’t wait to see all your pins!
I know! I can’t wait to see how it all turns out. Pretty sure I will want to move on in again!
Ok thats pretty much all my dream home wants too!
Those are all my favorites as well!
love all of your inspiration pictures!! I need to start a dream house pin board too!
Aww… thanks for including that picture of my kitchen with all that other inspiration!
If those images are part of your dream house….then we have the same dreams!!! Especially the black window…..yum.
Gorgeous inspiration as always! In fact a couple of these might be appearing in my house which (fingers crossed) will start be bring built in a few weeks! xx
Anna (My Design Ethos)