Friday, August 12, 2011

THIS SATURDAY I'M GRATEFUL FOR... BEAUTIFUL LIVING SPACES.


If loving my new kitchen makes me shallow, then let it be. But I can justify it really. After all, 80% of my waking hours at home are spent in the kitchen, so I want to love the space I'm in. And what isn't there to love about this?


 Or this?


Coffee anyone? (I don't actually drink it, but it's for the guests...)


Of course, there's still the dishwasher to be installed, the fridge, the tiles, painting the walls, a big new window...


... but we're definitely getting there. (Don't you love the guitar accessory? Styling by hubby).

So this week, I am grateful for...
  1. Beautiful living spaces. There is nothing more thrilling than a space that one wants to be in. And when the house is peaceful every night around midnight, I look at this space and appreciate every step its taken to get here.
  2. Storage. A huge pantry, wonderful big benches, big drawers. A place for everything, and everything in its place.
  3. My very own sexy plumber. Last week I talked about the cute electrician, but alas, none of this would have happened if my husband didn't get home after work to fix the plumbing (don't worry folks, he's registered), or 10:30pm at night after music practice, and put on his work clothes to varnish the floor. It just so happens he's pretty sexy too. I'm counting my blessings this week.
(Oh, and wondering what this living space looked like before? Look here.)

What are you grateful for? You're welcome to join in over at Maxabella's place too!


36 comments:

  1. OMG your kitchen is DIVINE!!!!

    envy!

    LOVE your floorboards too!

    ~x~

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  2. I can't believe you made us wait all week....but oh boy it was well worth the wait.
    Your kitchen is just stunning Kymmie...so much so that I'd be dragging a mattress in there to sleep on :)

    Xx

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  3. Congrats! She is a BEAUTY! Enjoy...

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  4. I want to marry your big new window. It's magnificent.
    I am so happy for you, and I love that you're renovating your federation house with an eye for quality and detail. It looks like a space you and your lovely family will enjoy for a long time to come. x

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  5. Oh that is just BEAUTIFUL and if I owned it, I too would love it sick. And gee, it glows even more brightly when compared with your old kitchen with its Modern Maid...

    Enjoy x

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  6. Oh Kym it is absolutely GORGEOUS!! So so beautiful. You truly wont know yourself when it is all finished! Now I need to work out a way to visit earlier so I can have a closer appreciation of your new living space and a good excuse for another catch up! LOL!

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  7. Your organisational skills in your pantry are beyond impressive!! Love the kitchen it looks amazing! Enjoy x

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  8. Oh lordy! So jealous. If my kitchen looked like that I would be even more grateful for my humble home! Enjoy your many hours in there ;)

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  9. I think it is absolutely stunning. I love the whole lot.

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  10. I had to double check that picture of your pantry wasn't a link to somewhere on the internet where people show their fantasy home organisation ideas. Loving everything about your kitchen. It makes such a difference coming home to a space you love and are comfortable in.

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  11. I love your kitchen, so warm and homely. Just gorgeous.

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  12. I used to love my pantry... that was until I saw your beautiful curved shelves.

    I need a new house now! LOL

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  13. Oh, what a fabulous kitchen. I love it! I totally agree about a kitchen having to be something you love, considering the amount of time we spend there. Enjoy!! x

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  14. I. AM. SO. HAPPY. FOR YOU!!!!!

    What a wonderful transformation, so wonderfully executed.

    There's no doubt that this space will be the hub of your happy family for many, many moons.

    Congratulations & thank you for sharing.

    xx Felicity

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  15. Whoa!! Your new kitchen is wonderful. I am a big fan of storage and your pantry looks awesome. I am green with kitchen envy.

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  16. Nothing beats tupperware!!! Love your super dooper tidy space (am I allowed to make tiny little OCD jokes??)
    It all just looks gorgeous Kymmie - you and hubby have obviously worked very hard - love the floor too!!!
    have a great weekend
    xxxCate

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  17. I have those cupboards! The glass ones too!
    Kitchens need to be warm and welcoming, they are the heart of the home for me.
    Enjoy your new space xxx

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  18. LOVE the kitchen. Love, love, love. Love plumbers too, Mr G is one also. xx

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  19. Beautiful! Enjoy your new kitchen, so exciting! x

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  20. Oh it looks beautiful Kymmie! What a fantastic space for you to spend your days/nights :o) All that hard work certainly paid off... and it's so well deserved after that horrible contact covered kitchen ;o)
    How funny that you have a coffee machine but don't drink the stuff... neither do I! But I always have a coffee supply on hand for those that do! Enjoy that gorgeous new room in your house xo

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  21. Beautiful kitchen! I love the pantry and the cupboard doors :).

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  22. Its gorgeous, I bet its lovely and sunny during the day with that big window. And I really like your organic curved pantry. p.s. that is ALOT of tupperware!

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  23. It is gorgeous and you should feel over the moon. Delayed gratification is the best. I am planning an all white kitchen too.
    Enjoy cooking up a storm x

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  24. Oh thank you girls for your kind words. It's been a hard slog and I enjoyed using my kitchen for the first time yesterday. I kept grinning to myself at how convenient everything was (especially the pantry!) and yes, I'm happy to accept any OCD remarks or comments about the amount of Tupperware ;) it's all okay by me! Xxx

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  25. Oh my goodness! Your kitchen is awesome!!! I totally love everything about it. Not sure I want to come visit in person cos my little green eyes might pop out of their sockets LOL!

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  26. Your kitchen looks like it belongs in one of those house magazines - its bloody fantastic. I love it!! YAY - how exciting!

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  27. Fantastic! I would have chosen exactly the same look. I love the cream cabinetry and the glass doors and the new window too! Just wonderful.

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  28. 1. I would have chosen the same cabinetry... it's what i have in mind for our kitchen
    2. Our bathroom is that divine melted chocolate icecream colour
    3. Can I have your pantry please?

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  29. 1. I would have chosen the same cabinetry... it's what i have in mind for our kitchen
    2. Our bathroom is that divine melted chocolate icecream colour
    3. Can I have your pantry please?

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  30. No not shallow, you've worked hard to get this you're allowed to enjoy it. Love it.

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  31. I added your pantry to my Pintrest board with the description "Sexiest pantry in the world" and it's been re-pinned 8 times!!

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  32. Wow, it looks amazing - I am a little envious our kitchen needs a make over xo

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  33. Love it gorgeous girl.... Good on you.when I'm back from Italy, I'm coming over for a squizzz, a coffee and loads of chatting.

    Just going for a swim now.....ciao ciao xx

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Thank you for your thoughtful and positive words and taking the time to comment. Love Kymmie. xx