Had I known a course like this was available, I would have taken it BEFORE I did my kitchen renovation. If you're interested, here's a link to receive $200 off your enrolment fee: www.theinteriordesigninstitute.ca/landing/referfriend/?code=referfriend&aid=referfriend&rid=217137 Original Review of The Interior Design Institute: ruclips.net/video/FOuJgdA-EK4/видео.html
I’m so happy we didn’t have enough money to do our kitchen when we rebuilt our house, that gave me the opportunity to live in the space (with our old cheap cabinets) and carefully study the layout before we spent a whole lot of money on a new kitchen, I spent a lot of hours watching videos like these to learn as much as I could before redoing our own... so thank you for sharing, your kitchen is beautiful!
My late 1930s house has a 10'9"x7'9" galley kitchen bounded by an exterior and thee load-bearing walls, 8'1" ceiling and YOU are complaining about a "really small space"? You have space for an island and a kitchen table, for crying out loud. My walk-through isn't wide enough for two people to pass without brushing each other. Get a friendly and curious Norwegian Elkhound n the mix..... I do agree on the counter-depth fridge, but that's because the wall where my fridge has to go is 34 1/2 inch long and cannot be modified. because the other side of the wall is the master bedroom closet. The case opening from the kitchen to the breakfast room is 27 1/2 inch wide and I'm hoping we can widen it to 36 inches wide, but that will encroach on the counters along the outside wall.
For the knife-edged bar stools - Pick up some 1" dowel at your local box store and run a groove about 1/2" into one side, then glue the grooved dowel on top of the knife edge. Dowel is pretty inexpensive, and it might solve the problem without a big time commitment.
So easy to fix. Go to plumbing dept for pipe cover. It is foam tubing that is split. It is used to insulate pipes. It comes in a roll and is easy to cut with a scissors. Less than $20 . Will fit right over your foot rests. Why not paint your range hood black, and maybe the edges of your shelves too. Beautiful kitchen.
Not meant in a bad way, but that is not a small kitchen...But I guess its a culture thing? I live in Estonia, and my kitchen is considered small (1.7m times 1.9m) but your kitchen is considered above average size. That being said, its a lovely kitchen. I designed my onw as well, even though it is ikea, I love how it turned out.
@@iamloved the Ikea kitchen worked really well for a small space and I had to get kind of...inventive? I think is the word. But it is just me and my baby and it is just right. I also love the fact that I have everything in arms reach AND the high chair still fits in as well so I can cook with the baby.
Thank you. To me living in Europe the fridge is huge! I'm designing mine right now, so much to consider. Good point about the chairs and the dishwasher and oven close to each other. I think it looks really nice and timeless :)
Unfortunately it’s the “little things” that annoy us the most. Some of the things you dislike, like the shelves and stools, can still be changed. The layout and function, you’ll just have to live with. Overall, it looks nice.
This is a great video. And no, you are not complaining. We live in a century rural home. Re did the kitchen about 10 yrs ago, there is just the 2 of us, however, its a big kitchen ( we think ) but when friends gather, it's not. Many of my complaints are the same as yours!
It's amazing how much smaller a space feels when people are in it. Our entire main floor is open but it's only about 400 square feet or so. When people come over it feels sooooo crammed!
Great video! It’s interesting that most of these mistakes were functional. I think it’s easy to get so caught up in the look that don’t put enough thought into use. Design is form AND function. I feel like if I have to choose one or the other, functionality wins every time. Also regarding counter depth refrigerators, I have had more luck with the ones that have freezer on the bottom.
Oh my gosh I’m so grateful I’m not the only one that has had frustrations during a renovation! I’m almost done with my kitchen….finally but man did I learn things the expensive way!! Biggest lesson learned, always always always hire a professional to do the job!!! 😖
I really listened to your video. I believe that I heard your frustration over lack of function, bad bar stools, poor appliance placement and size, clumsy drawer design, and dangerous chairs. Functionality brings its own beauty to design. My favorite feature in my new kitchen is my recycling center, I love it because it solved a problem! Hit the thrift shops for a set of comfortable dining chairs, they are practically giving them away. Windsor design are comfy with the curved back. You will be rewarded every night at dinner. Your next kitchen will be better! You are learning what is important, great job.
Excellent video Marisa! So many things seem like great ideas when we're dreaming online, but then you learn when you live with it! I really appreciate your willingness to share these things because it is tremendously helpful! Your kitchen is beautiful! Thank you for the tips!
Glad it was helpful! The fridge LOOKS great, but SOOO unpractical. Unless you have a second one in a basement or garage OR if you have a small family, it just doesn't hold enough. ;)
At the auto parts store you can find a wheel paint in matte black that is incredibly durable. I even used it on my door hinges and it is amazingly strong, you could totally use it on your range hood!
Loved this video. My kitchen regret is my backsplash- we got the tiles free from my sister’s renovation...it would not have been my first choice and now I regret it because it’s so hard to change! I should have been more patient- story of my life.
Ooof. I know all about that. The "free is better than what I have" situation. My bathroom is one of those. Thankful for the freebies, but I would have been better of waiting too.
Counter depth fridges make total sense(you never lose track of things hiding and going out of date in the back). You just have to get as wide a model as you can afford, that makes sense in your layout. A female friend of ours hated the idea of outlets on the side of her new custom kitchen peninsula as well. That was going to limit her to an unattractive quad outlet on the wall. I talked her into a counter pop-up with six outlets + 2 USB outlets. She loves it and every phone and small appliance(blender etc) gets plugged into it because it is away from the main activity area. The added bonus of course is that it drops down to an almost flush reveal with the counter, when not in use.
OMG- this is a much needed video. my husband and I renovating our house in a cheap way, i appreciate you sharing so i can avoid the same mistakes. overall you are beautiful and i love everything about this video, your kitchen is full of LOVE and that makes it even more beautiful.
You are so right about comfortable well made chairs. We spend a lot of time gathering around the table. Comfort is important. On the fridge, I bought the bigger refrigerator. It's good, but I can't reach the back of the top shelf easily. It's deep. When I do the remodel, I'm thinking of getting a counter depth fridge x2! I'll have them open like a double door fridge but actually be two refrigerators. Great tips. Thanks!
That's why every time I look at a house video, if the kitchen isn't big, it's a no no. The kitchen is the heart of the house so everyone should make it spacious.
The shelves, the island chairs, kitchen chairs, the range hood are all easy and relatively cheap fixes. It's been 5 years of hating them. For max $500-$1000 you can fix all of that. Go for it ☺
Yes! In the US, lots of people only buy groceries once a week! That’s why they have such big refrigerators. In the UK we had what would be considered a mini fridge in the US. It worked fine, but we just went shopping a few days per week. But nothing went bad and it made me plan better.
A hint to readers: spending a couple hundred dollars to have a professional kitchen designer review your plans and ideas can prevent problems and expensive mistakes. This will save money in the long run.
@@jessicaandresenrealestate8434 chsin store companies that sell cabinets, counter tops etc. have "designers" who generally work within the customer's existing floor plan and layout of plumbing, appliance position etc. Their "design" work consists of choosing cabinet, counters and backsplash styles and colors, plumbing fixtures and possibly appliances. They do not suggest changes to the existing work triangle, moving electrical, plumbing, lighting, or walls, etc. Their objective is to sell products. I know because I have worked for such a company. These stores give their "designers" a two weeks course, primarily aimed at teaching the computer program, not design. The second "designer" at a store I worked at had been driving forklifts before transferring to the kitchen department. 2 weeks later he supposedly was a kitchen design expert? A properly trained independent design consultant suggests changes that will make the kitchen function better, and avoid the problems and mistakes I referred to.
Haha. Loved the slo-mo chair fail fall! If I had known I was practically going to live in the kitchen most of the day, (seems like anyway) mine would be totally different!!!
I agree with the counter depth refrigerator. I've always had the larger ones that stick out and in 2021 when I needed a new one, I was so excited to get a fridge flush with the counter. 😂😭 Well, I hate it because of the tiny shelves thus, lack of space. I ended up purchasing a freezer chest just so I could have freezer room. The fridge part is bad but the freezer is worse. Now I have to wait like another ten years when this one breaks, so I can get a regular one. 🙄😏 I learned my lesson with that one.
It’s just my husband and I and we have a counter depth fridge and it just works. They really don’t work for a family. And even we have a second undercounter size fridge in the garage for holidays, trays, watermelons, etc. Definitely make sure your kitchen chairs are sturdy and comfortable because they get used all the time!! Your kitchen is beautiful and it seems like many of the things you mentioned are things you can change, so that’s good.
I consider a space- vrs family size. Kids/ teenagers/ or just a couple. But sometimes in a small space you just have to make it fit and work it out the best possible. Going above Budgeting is one issue too. What I do I buy something that I can replace later
For sure! What is super spacious for one family is a tight squeeze for another. Budgeting the most important things and then adding in the "extras" when money becomes available is always a good idea. Then you have the essentials taken care of.
Thank you for your kind feedback. You literally commented exactly how I feel about the whole project - happy with the overall result while recognizing things I would do differently. :)
Your video came up in my recommendation videos and was glad that it did! Your info was informative and delivery was entertaining! I have many kitchen dilemmas. My kitchen is so outdated, falling apart and not functional. My biggest frustration is a bottom cupboard that doesn’t open all the way because of the stove. While trying to get things out, I have gotten stuck in the cupboard. I’ve felt like Winnie the Pooh who got stuck in his honey pot. Only difference, there is nothing tasty in that cupboard. Loved your video!!
I appreciate your honesty!!! I had the same dilemma regarding curtain length and hvac vents. So..... Re: the vents/slash curtain length: vent diffusers will direct the heat/air coming out away from the curtains and will allow for full length curtains.
We have no plans to renovate our kitchen anytime soon, but it needs to be. One of the things I always think while watching home renovations on tv, is that style and beauty is usually not practical or functional. I think I would want a functional kitchen over a stylish one, but I liked your honesty. The comment about the refrigerator and hidden drawers will really help us in the future. I wouldn’t have thought about that.
Thank you! I suppose the size is relative. We downgraded kitchen size when we moved to this home because of the other space it provided us with. It just feels small when 4 of us are trying to maneuver around. ;)
Yeah it was pretty alienating to be honest. Even for non-city standards this can be considered normal or generous for a family home on the east coast. The kitchen does look great though.
We have a counter depth fridge and it seems to work well. We still have room usually and clean it out when things get expired. Love the tip for the stove and dishwasher!
Have you tried a vent deflector or a pop-up air register on that heat vent? If you did, you could direct the air into the room and lengthen your curtains. And yes, I would wrap the footrests on the stool with something attractive. And spend the money to replace the kitchen chairs. Eventually they're all going to break anyway, and maybe injure someone (which will be more expensive than the replacement).
Super helpful information. My counter depth fridge is being delivered tomorrow...sigh. I've thought about having mini fridges in the bedroom closets, so you just green lighted that idea.
Oh yes! Our floors are peel and stick to save money. They pit and wear down. We remove them with a heat gun and replace the squares as needed with the same pattern. Shifting the sink and window to the left would give me more prep space for cooking at the stove. We kept the old layout to save money but we had the opportunity to make it right. If you can, make the changes you really want if it's a complete gut. It is so worth it.
I love the idea of peel and stick tiles! There's always fun, creative and inexpensive ways we can update some of the features we're not really keen on. :)
It's great to watch this video... I am having my kitchen redone next week. I don't understand what you mean about the fridge. I have the same one. I do see your point about the dishwasher and oven.
For us, the fridge is too shallow to hold the leftovers and food that we typically have on hand. It works for many others though! Enjoy your kitchen renovation! It'll be well worth it.
That is the only tip I would urge you not to agree with. Counter depth refrigerator s are the best, especially in a small kitchen design like this. A regular size fridge would look awful because of the way it would stick out. She bought the wrong size/style counter depth for her family that’s the real issue, not that it is a counter depth.
A lot of cabinet manufactures allow you to make an on line account and practice making floor plans on their site (with the hope you will choose their cabinets). That way you won't be overwhelmed/unprepared when you first sit down with a kitchen designer.
I was thinking about that the other day, and thought about that “wrapping” they use for cars nowadays, it’s a film, resistant to (I’m guessing) everything, use whatever color you want, whenever you want, you can get it removed, and whatever finish is under will be perfectly fine! I wonder if car paint shops will freak out when women start showing up with their range hoods hhahaha but also, who knows how expensive that’d be 🤷♀️
@@iamloved Wraps are plastic and should not be used near heat. Instead use black high-heat spray paint intended for fireplaces, chimneys and stoves. Available at any hardware store.
They put those wraps on the hoods of super-cars that run very hot. Are you saying that the hood over you stove gets equally hot? I don’t think so. I think the wraps would work great. I’ve used that paint and would never use it inside on something as visible as my range hood.
If you’re open to suggestions I’ve a few for you lol. Get some timber the same colour as the stool seats and fix them to the footrest problem solved. Can you not swap your drawers around? Shelves are no biggy just swap them out when you’re cashed up again. As for the dishwasher and oven that’s a bit more drastic to fix maybe down the track swap the drawers with the dishwasher. As for the power switches inside the cupboard just get an electrician to run them through to the back of your cupboard to the outside of the cupboard under the counter and put the switches under your counter at the top pop the screws back in the holes inside your cupboard and then put screw covers over them so they’re not visible as such to the eye and there’s no holes left behind. As for the range hood I wish I could show you what I did to mine it’s also SS so I got some decals put them on it your eye is then drawn to the decals there’s some very nice decals now check them out it does work lol. Hope it helps your kitchen is nice though I like it.
@@iamloved Thanks when it comes to having no money or very little of it compromise just has to step in 😂😂😂as long as it gives you ideas that all that matters. Lol. Good luck.
I recently had my kitchen remodeled too. I agree about the counter depth sized refrigerator. That’s what got because of my small sized kitchen. Big mistake! We do use a second small refrigerator out in the garage. Your kitchen looks beautiful !
We have a lovely little design flaw where you have to open the fridge to turn on the light, plus no storage (only 1 drawer for ALL utensils). We moved into this house with the kitchen like this with the thought that we would renovate one day. Maybe you can help with the Reno when we decide to do it!! Thanks for these tips! So incredibly helpful. Always willing to learn from others.
New to your channel, came over from the RUclips channel “ Our Tribe of Many” Sarah mentioned your name and your wonderful ideas on decorating! So glad I found your channel.😀
Awesome video. Great to keep these in mind as I plan my kitchen Reno. Re curtains: perhaps open them up, use blinds under them. Then they can reach the floor because you will never close them. Re chairs: Did the same thing buying from online conducting 2020, most uncomfortable chairs ever. Keep an eye on Craigslist, something better may come along someday! Thanks again for the food for thought!
This was an awesome video!!! Thanks so much for sharing. It just goes to show no matter how hard we plan... things never work out as perfectly as we want.
Hi...you may think I’m crazy but I watched your video, read all the comments, then watched your other video that you referred to, and just watched this one again,,,lol 🤣😂 I did this bc we just finished out total gut and complete renovation of the kitchen after living in this home for 22 years ....when we first looked at the house I walked in the door and looked at kitchen and said......this has got to go! Try to make long story short but we live on a 6.5 acre farm with a big dairy barn and lots of outbuildings ....we have horses and the house stuff was just cosmetic....so I patiently waited until all that needed to be done to restore these outdoor structures and eventually the way it worked out the whole house got done and the kitchen was last! So I have designed this space completely at least 4 times and finally I got to do it for real😊 Even though I thought I thought of everything I still have things I would do differently🙈 No matter how hard you try you just can’t think of everything! A couple of things I did was I put glass doors on two upper cabinets and although they look pretty I probably shouldn’t have....I keep moving stuff around trying to find the best place to put everything?! I did buy a counter depth fridge bc I had to in order to put it where I wanted it....it’s just my husband and I and I still have trouble figuring out where everything should go....I love the way it looks and functions in the new spot great....I imagine the struggle is real with a family of 4! Our last spot the fridge was up against a wall and we could never get a side by side etc because you could not fully open the left door! Our new one has the drawer in the center that can fit platters etc and can be used as freezer or refrigerator...so that is the saving grace. I have to laugh when you talk about your bar stools bc I obsessed over what I wanted but in the end I decided comfort was king and I bought leather full back swivel chairs....oh I love them and so fitting for our space! After a few weeks passed I noticed some scratches on the top of the back of these beautiful chairs.....and oh I saw red!! It was my cat😺😡🤬 So I’m going to have some covers ( like a shrug made out of fleece to look like a saddle blanket) to cover the tops bc right now I have winter coats hung on them to guard them...not attractive...all the thought I put into that and cat scratching never occurred to me🙀😤 I was just sick about that! I could go on with the small stuff but overall I am very happy! I have an on deck matt black pot filler and I love it too! One of my suggestions for you is to consider some pretty blinds or shutters for your windows since you won’t win the curtain war! 2nd suggestion I saw others make suggestion to paint your shelves....if it really bugs you and they weren’t super expensive I would paint them with a matt black high heat spray paint ( don’t even know if high heat would be needed since not over stove!) you can buy at Home DePot...just do one and if you hate it .....you haven’t ruined all! We used oak wood ( they cut the lengths we needed them) and black pipe from plumbing section in Home DePot to do our shelves over by my stove wall and they look great....our shelves are 12” deep ....you can do deeper just may need more then one board...we just clear coated the shelves so we have natural wood and black pipe....I love it! Ours are 6’ long and we have 3 shelves and all toll maybe two hundred dollars.....( the oak was $10 bucks a linear foot) Your kitchen does look lovely....thank you for sharing your story ....I certainly identified with it😊kim
Hey Kim! That sounds beautiful! Not just the kitchen, but the whole property. My girls would love it if we had horses. I imagine the small annoyances happen to everyone, no matter how well they think things through... I mean who would have thought a cat would ruin the stools! Thanks for the comment and the ideas for my shelves. You're so thoughtful.
I opened my kitchen up by taking out my PANTRY!! What was I THINKING?? I long for that pantry. I really scrimped on the remodel, so I’m thinking of doing it over when the covid is under control.
They do seem easy, don't they? We don't have extra cash kicking around to upgrade something we already paid for once. Not at this stage of the game, anyway. Some of these might get fixed when we do our basement renovation though.
This is the first video I see in your channel and I found it so refreshing how open and candid you were. Thank you so much for sharing your experience!
You have a sense of humour about it which is a good thing. You could paint the range hood and shelves nearly any colour you like. I agree with your husband regarding the length of the window curtains. Floor length would likely trap the heat if they spill out over the register. I agree that there is no substitute for solid chairs.
Our kitchen is big. Every holiday someone gets mad and throws a tomato because they get frustrated about tripping of everyone. I think it’s just kitchens lol
I totally agree. I was like who the **** needs such a big fridge 😂 In Norway they are usually built in 60/60 cm with the freezer being the bottom 90 cm 😅
I'm about to start building a house and like you I'm trying to find a balance between those things I really want and what makes economic sense. I know this will be my last home (retirement) and my only 2 other homes were new but already completely finished by the time I found them. Builder grade everything, I got to pick nothing, so I'm determined this home will be what I want.
I'm glad the tips were helpful. If you want to hear some further thuoghts about the counter-depth fridge (it's been a hot topic in video comments), I recently posted a video with tips for selecting a fridge. Hope it helps! ruclips.net/video/1IwLtCwrIIs/видео.html
Thanks for the tips! It's funny, I was super adamant about a counter depth Refrigerator ... until I saw your video LOL we like food so I think I will take your advice.
I don’t get the curtains touching the floor. In my lifetime we never did this because your curtains get dirty (especially when you have pets who think it’s bedding)! I know people like the look but it isn’t practical with pets and kids. I wish this trend would go away! 😂
We use these clear plastic vent covers that redirect the heat to go out horizontally rather than vertically. Stops the curtains from bloating out from the vents :)
I like my curtains to touch the floor too. IKEA curtains is a great cheap option because they are super long you can cut them and hem them by hand to your desire Length.
You can make your range hood matte black pretty easily (with some prep). You'd need to tape (and mask with paper or plastic) everything around it (walls, ceiling, stove, etc.), and pick up some matte/flat enamel spray paint. If buy the trigger handle that allows for easier spraying, and new spray nozzles that offer a fan pattern which will mimic traditional spray guns allowing you to get even coverage with sufficient overlapping. If course, if you have a spray gun you can just use that with enamel or even automotive paint. The matte finish will give even a beginner excellent results. If you were to use a clear coat and you have a paint gun, mix a bit of the black into the clear coat to avoid haze if the clear coat is applied too thick (which shouldn't be an issue if you are doing scraggly light coats). Sanding with a very fine grit wet sandpaper in between coats (of the coats have been allowed to fully dry between) helps the next coat shear better. This might not be a project you're interested in, but it's a great solution if you're interested in changing the hood without changing the hood.
Ok, just a little thing but the “stove” doesn’t open, the “oven” does. Your kitchen is really nice, I love the pendant lights. I have a HUGE kitchen and we are still always moving out of the way so someone can access the drawer we are standing in front of. LOL
So this is a small spaced kitchen to you...? Wow.. My kitchen doesnt even have room for a two door fridge let alone a kitchen island...and a dining table ☺ Beautiful kitchen if I could leave a suggestions more color makes it a bit warmer and maybe some bigger green plants
Wow! A lot of those things can be easily fixed. Also... yes, definitely save money on the kitchen chairs. So easy to change later when you have more money. If you saved money on cabinetry or countertop or flooring...those things are hard to change later.
Great tips! I wanted a counter depth fridge so bad but I've read so many comments like yours. Your kitchen is gorgeous though! So curtains touching a vent is dangerous? I had no idea. I need to read on that. I don't want a fire hazard in our house.
Let me clarify, curtains touching the vent aren't dangerous - they catch the air and then blow the curtains away from the wall, essentially trapping the air behind them, keeping it from heating/cooling the space. My husband is a stickler for that.
We’re downsizing and won’t have an extra fridge in our basement because there is no basement! So after 25 years with a counter depth fridge, we’re getting a deeper one. But I am worried about how much food will go to waste in the very back of a deeper fridge.
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Your kitchen is almost as big as my entire condo…I’m not kidding.
I’m so happy we didn’t have enough money to do our kitchen when we rebuilt our house, that gave me the opportunity to live in the space (with our old cheap cabinets) and carefully study the layout before we spent a whole lot of money on a new kitchen, I spent a lot of hours watching videos like these to learn as much as I could before redoing our own... so thank you for sharing, your kitchen is beautiful!
That's a great perspective! And good idea too. Thanks for sharing!
Meanwhile in Europe: how on Earth is this kitchen small 😂? Also, love the slo mo!
Haha. Right?!? I would settle for a teeny kitchen if I could live in Europe!
Counter depth refrigerator is a very common thing in Europe
My late 1930s house has a 10'9"x7'9" galley kitchen bounded by an exterior and thee load-bearing walls, 8'1" ceiling and YOU are complaining about a "really small space"?
You have space for an island and a kitchen table, for crying out loud.
My walk-through isn't wide enough for two people to pass without brushing each other. Get a friendly and curious Norwegian Elkhound n the mix.....
I do agree on the counter-depth fridge, but that's because the wall where my fridge has to go is 34 1/2 inch long and cannot be modified. because the other side of the wall is the master bedroom closet. The case opening from the kitchen to the breakfast room is 27 1/2 inch wide and I'm hoping we can widen it to 36 inches wide, but that will encroach on the counters along the outside wall.
Well, i live in Europe and my open floor kitchen, livingroom is 92.6m2 . That is ok I think.
@@iamloved What is the size of the kitchen? Like floor size?
EXCELLENT! This is the kind of "tell it like it is" we viewers need but few tell us. Bless you for opening up!
I’m glad it was helpful!
For the knife-edged bar stools - Pick up some 1" dowel at your local box store and run a groove about 1/2" into one side, then glue the grooved dowel on top of the knife edge. Dowel is pretty inexpensive, and it might solve the problem without a big time commitment.
Thanks for the suggestion!
Great suggestion and I've used dowel rods for so many things.
So easy to fix. Go to plumbing dept for pipe cover. It is foam tubing that is split. It is used to insulate pipes. It comes in a roll and is easy to cut with a scissors. Less than $20 . Will fit right over your foot rests. Why not paint your range hood black, and maybe the edges of your shelves too. Beautiful kitchen.
Not meant in a bad way, but that is not a small kitchen...But I guess its a culture thing? I live in Estonia, and my kitchen is considered small (1.7m times 1.9m) but your kitchen is considered above average size. That being said, its a lovely kitchen. I designed my onw as well, even though it is ikea, I love how it turned out.
Yes that is small! Where we live my kitchen is considered small. I suppose it's all relative. Gotta love Ikea for great kitchens!
@@iamloved the Ikea kitchen worked really well for a small space and I had to get kind of...inventive? I think is the word. But it is just me and my baby and it is just right. I also love the fact that I have everything in arms reach AND the high chair still fits in as well so I can cook with the baby.
Don't apologize! You're not complaining your critiquing your work. Learning from your mistakes. Thank you very much for sharing this was helpful
I appreciate that perspective. Thanks for sharing!
I would get some black rope and a glue gun and wrap those sharp footrests
Good idea! Thanks for sharing!
Or you could wrap with the rubbery stuff used for insulating pipes. Easy to cut to fit and slip over metal. AND inexpensive!
You can also add a thin piece of wood with a little screw on the sides to attach them.
My first thought was painted pool noodles 😂
Cut a partial channel in dowels and slide on top of the razor rungs.
Thank you. To me living in Europe the fridge is huge! I'm designing mine right now, so much to consider. Good point about the chairs and the dishwasher and oven close to each other. I think it looks really nice and timeless :)
Thank you. I'm glad it was helpful. You're totally right about the fridge size in Europe! This is massive in comparison. ;)
I feel like for most "mistakes" it was style over convenience. These drawers look amazing, though.
I agree. Trying to merge the two revealed my errors.
Unfortunately it’s the “little things” that annoy us the most. Some of the things you dislike, like the shelves and stools, can still be changed. The layout and function, you’ll just have to live with. Overall, it looks nice.
Yes I completely agree. Thanks for watching!
This is a great video. And no, you are not complaining. We live in a century rural home. Re did the kitchen about 10 yrs ago, there is just the 2 of us, however, its a big kitchen ( we think ) but when friends gather, it's not. Many of my complaints are the same as yours!
It's amazing how much smaller a space feels when people are in it. Our entire main floor is open but it's only about 400 square feet or so. When people come over it feels sooooo crammed!
Great video! It’s interesting that most of these mistakes were functional. I think it’s easy to get so caught up in the look that don’t put enough thought into use. Design is form AND function. I feel like if I have to choose one or the other, functionality wins every time. Also regarding counter depth refrigerators, I have had more luck with the ones that have freezer on the bottom.
Thanks for the feedback!
Oh my gosh I’m so grateful I’m not the only one that has had frustrations during a renovation! I’m almost done with my kitchen….finally but man did I learn things the expensive way!! Biggest lesson learned, always always always hire a professional to do the job!!! 😖
Oof I'm sorry you ran into issues. Expensive lessons are brutal!
Thanks for being real. The open space is lovely to entertain friends.
It really is!
I really listened to your video. I believe that I heard your frustration over lack of function, bad bar stools, poor appliance placement and size, clumsy drawer design, and dangerous chairs. Functionality brings its own beauty to design. My favorite feature in my new kitchen is my recycling center, I love it because it solved a problem! Hit the thrift shops for a set of comfortable dining chairs, they are practically giving them away. Windsor design are comfy with the curved back. You will be rewarded every night at dinner. Your next kitchen will be better! You are learning what is important, great job.
Great advice! Thank you!
Excellent video Marisa! So many things seem like great ideas when we're dreaming online, but then you learn when you live with it! I really appreciate your willingness to share these things because it is tremendously helpful! Your kitchen is beautiful! Thank you for the tips!
I’m glad you found it helpful!
I laughed the whole time watching this! Glad you have made these "mistakes" so we can learn in advance... especially the fridge tip!
Glad it was helpful! The fridge LOOKS great, but SOOO unpractical. Unless you have a second one in a basement or garage OR if you have a small family, it just doesn't hold enough. ;)
I've made that fridge mistake myself! Live and learn
I have had a sub zero counter depth fridge for 27 yrs and I have lots of space - granted it is 48” wide fridge /freezer.
At the auto parts store you can find a wheel paint in matte black that is incredibly durable. I even used it on my door hinges and it is amazingly strong, you could totally use it on your range hood!
I have asked my husband about painting the range. So far, he's not a fan of the idea...
@@iamloved you’ve made plenty of design sacrifices… you deserve your black range hood.
@@Ms.NoNo2 Hehe. In due time I'm sure. ;)
And that black paint could also be used on the stainless shelves. I was thinking appliance paint would work but I bet the auto paint is even better.
@@-alpenglow- Ooo good idea! Thanks for sharing.
Loved this video. My kitchen regret is my backsplash- we got the tiles free from my sister’s renovation...it would not have been my first choice and now I regret it because it’s so hard to change! I should have been more patient- story of my life.
Ooof. I know all about that. The "free is better than what I have" situation. My bathroom is one of those. Thankful for the freebies, but I would have been better of waiting too.
It's easy to paint over kitchen tiles. Check it out 😁
Not hard to change, life is too short for ugly backsplashes.
Counter depth fridges make total sense(you never lose track of things hiding and going out of date in the back). You just have to get as wide a model as you can afford, that makes sense in your layout. A female friend of ours hated the idea of outlets on the side of her new custom kitchen peninsula as well. That was going to limit her to an unattractive quad outlet on the wall. I talked her into a counter pop-up with six outlets + 2 USB outlets. She loves it and every phone and small appliance(blender etc) gets plugged into it because it is away from the main activity area. The added bonus of course is that it drops down to an almost flush reveal with the counter, when not in use.
Oooo I love that idea!
Your kitchen is stunning! We all make mistakes, but I think overall you did a great job!
Thanks so much! 😊
Your honesty and transparency are so sweet and refreshing...and helpful!!
I'm so glad!
OMG- this is a much needed video. my husband and I renovating our house in a cheap way, i appreciate you sharing so i can avoid the same mistakes. overall you are beautiful and i love everything about this video, your kitchen is full of LOVE and that makes it even more beautiful.
Awww thank you so much! I wish you all the BEST on your home reno!
It's so refreshing to hear you talk about budget and sacrificing to stay within budget.
Not everyone is made of money, right? And going into debt for this just isn't worth it to me. ;)
I'm designing my kitchen now. I appreciate the tips!!
Wonderful! Best of luck!
You are so right about comfortable well made chairs. We spend a lot of time gathering around the table. Comfort is important. On the fridge, I bought the bigger refrigerator. It's good, but I can't reach the back of the top shelf easily. It's deep. When I do the remodel, I'm thinking of getting a counter depth fridge x2! I'll have them open like a double door fridge but actually be two refrigerators. Great tips. Thanks!
That's a great idea! A wider counter-depth would be a lovely option.
I love this video. Thank you for this. Because I also have some minor regrets from my kitchen Reno. So this helps me not feel so bad
Glad it was helpful!
That's why every time I look at a house video, if the kitchen isn't big, it's a no no. The kitchen is the heart of the house so everyone should make it spacious.
That's a great way to prioritize your home!
"Small space that we have" is 3 times the size of my kitchen:))
Haha! I suppose "small" is all relative. :)
Terrific video. You are very pleasant to listen to as well. Well done!
Thank you so much!
The shelves, the island chairs, kitchen chairs, the range hood are all easy and relatively cheap fixes. It's been 5 years of hating them. For max $500-$1000 you can fix all of that. Go for it ☺
Maybe you can convince my hubby for me!?!
You know, in France, we would say that your kitchen has the perfect size! 😉
I did not know that. ☺️ Thanks for sharing!
Exactement ce que j'ai pensé ! Elle est même plutôt grande en fait
In the U.K. this is considered pretty big to be honest.
Yes! In the US, lots of people only buy groceries once a week! That’s why they have such big refrigerators. In the UK we had what would be considered a mini fridge in the US. It worked fine, but we just went shopping a few days per week. But nothing went bad and it made me plan better.
@@emilyb1575 Thanks a bunch for your explanation!
Counter depth is fine, they look better, just get wider! Also, fridges with multiple drawers the open from the outside have less storage space inside.
Oh that's good to know! Thanks!
A hint to readers: spending a couple hundred dollars to have a professional kitchen designer review your plans and ideas can prevent problems and expensive mistakes. This will save money in the long run.
Thanks for the suggestion!
Builders Surplus has design engineers that layout every aspect of your kitchen, and it’s completely complimentary!!
@@jessicaandresenrealestate8434 chsin store companies that sell cabinets, counter tops etc. have "designers" who generally work within the customer's existing floor plan and layout of plumbing, appliance position etc. Their "design" work consists of choosing cabinet, counters and backsplash styles and colors, plumbing fixtures and possibly appliances. They do not suggest changes to the existing work triangle, moving electrical, plumbing, lighting, or walls, etc. Their objective is to sell products. I know because I have worked for such a company.
These stores give their "designers" a two weeks course, primarily aimed at teaching the computer program, not design. The second "designer" at a store I worked at had been driving forklifts before transferring to the kitchen department. 2 weeks later he supposedly was a kitchen design expert?
A properly trained independent design consultant suggests changes that will make the kitchen function better, and avoid the problems and mistakes I referred to.
Haha. Loved the slo-mo chair fail fall!
If I had known I was practically going to live in the kitchen most of the day, (seems like anyway) mine would be totally different!!!
So true! That slo-mo chair fall was no joke in real life. Lol
Hi even I did mistake in kitchen I installed more cabinets left small space for fridge sink and washing machine
I agree with the counter depth refrigerator. I've always had the larger ones that stick out and in 2021 when I needed a new one, I was so excited to get a fridge flush with the counter. 😂😭 Well, I hate it because of the tiny shelves thus, lack of space. I ended up purchasing a freezer chest just so I could have freezer room. The fridge part is bad but the freezer is worse. Now I have to wait like another ten years when this one breaks, so I can get a regular one. 🙄😏 I learned my lesson with that one.
Oof. I'm sorry to hear that!
It’s still awesome that you did it and learned. And I like the stainless shelves and hood. Aim some warmer light on the silver tone and it turns gold!
Great idea!
Thank you for your transparency and honest, real talk! We have all made some mistakes. Your kitchen is very lovely!!
Thanks so much! 😊
For the small drawers, i love when there's a magnet that opens the 2 drawers at the same time, especially for the utensils !
That's a fantastic idea! Googling now...
It’s just my husband and I and we have a counter depth fridge and it just works. They really don’t work for a family. And even we have a second undercounter size fridge in the garage for holidays, trays, watermelons, etc. Definitely make sure your kitchen chairs are sturdy and comfortable because they get used all the time!! Your kitchen is beautiful and it seems like many of the things you mentioned are things you can change, so that’s good.
Thanks for sharing! I love the idea of adding an undercounter size fridge - that would be really helpful.
I consider a space- vrs family size. Kids/ teenagers/ or just a couple. But sometimes in a small space you just have to make it fit and work it out the best possible. Going above Budgeting is one issue too. What I do I buy something that I can replace later
For sure! What is super spacious for one family is a tight squeeze for another. Budgeting the most important things and then adding in the "extras" when money becomes available is always a good idea. Then you have the essentials taken care of.
Thank you. we are looking at a home tomorrow, and a better kitchen is the top reason to move. You have given me some good things to check.
That's fun. I hope you find a home that works well for you! Good luck!
This is one of the BEST videos! I wish everyone you’d do a regrets design video!
Aww thanks so much!
Thanks for your honesty and normalizing regrets, even while being happy with the overall result! Expecting perfection makes life wayyy too hard.
Thank you for your kind feedback. You literally commented exactly how I feel about the whole project - happy with the overall result while recognizing things I would do differently. :)
Your video came up in my recommendation videos and was glad that it did! Your info was informative and delivery was entertaining! I have many kitchen dilemmas. My kitchen is so outdated, falling apart and not functional. My biggest frustration is a bottom cupboard that doesn’t open all the way because of the stove. While trying to get things out, I have gotten stuck in the cupboard. I’ve felt like Winnie the Pooh who got stuck in his honey pot. Only difference, there is nothing tasty in that cupboard. Loved your video!!
Oh my! That painted quite a funny picture in my mind. Thanks for sharing, and I'm so glad you found the video helpful.
I appreciate your honesty!!! I had the same dilemma regarding curtain length and hvac vents. So..... Re: the vents/slash curtain length: vent diffusers will direct the heat/air coming out away from the curtains and will allow for full length curtains.
Thanks for the tip!
Thank you for your honest approach. Glad I found your channel
Welcome! Thanks for subscribing!
We have no plans to renovate our kitchen anytime soon, but it needs to be. One of the things I always think while watching home renovations on tv, is that style and beauty is usually not practical or functional. I think I would want a functional kitchen over a stylish one, but I liked your honesty. The comment about the refrigerator and hidden drawers will really help us in the future. I wouldn’t have thought about that.
Thanks for the feedback. I agree, good style should be functional too!
Your kitchen looks lovely but it's not small!
Thank you! I suppose the size is relative. We downgraded kitchen size when we moved to this home because of the other space it provided us with. It just feels small when 4 of us are trying to maneuver around. ;)
Yeah it was pretty alienating to be honest. Even for non-city standards this can be considered normal or generous for a family home on the east coast. The kitchen does look great though.
We have a counter depth fridge and it seems to work well. We still have room usually and clean it out when things get expired.
Love the tip for the stove and dishwasher!
Oh I'm glad to hear it works well for you!
My new counter depth frig holds much more than my old one. Walls thinner, deeper and with 4 doors helps with large trays.
That's good to know! Thanks for sharing.
If you don’t mind me asking ….Which one is it?
Have you tried a vent deflector or a pop-up air register on that heat vent? If you did, you could direct the air into the room and lengthen your curtains. And yes, I would wrap the footrests on the stool with something attractive. And spend the money to replace the kitchen chairs. Eventually they're all going to break anyway, and maybe injure someone (which will be more expensive than the replacement).
We haven't tried a vent deflector. Thanks for your ideas! I like how you think. ;)
Super helpful information. My counter depth fridge is being delivered tomorrow...sigh. I've thought about having mini fridges in the bedroom closets, so you just green lighted that idea.
What a clever idea!
Oh yes! Our floors are peel and stick to save money. They pit and wear down. We remove them with a heat gun and replace the squares as needed with the same pattern. Shifting the sink and window to the left would give me more prep space for cooking at the stove. We kept the old layout to save money but we had the opportunity to make it right. If you can, make the changes you really want if it's a complete gut. It is so worth it.
I love the idea of peel and stick tiles! There's always fun, creative and inexpensive ways we can update some of the features we're not really keen on. :)
That was an awesome video! Very helpful and realistic! Thank you so much for sharing your real thoughts with us :)
Glad you enjoyed it!
It's great to watch this video... I am having my kitchen redone next week. I don't understand what you mean about the fridge. I have the same one. I do see your point about the dishwasher and oven.
For us, the fridge is too shallow to hold the leftovers and food that we typically have on hand. It works for many others though! Enjoy your kitchen renovation! It'll be well worth it.
Thanks for the tips...especially the counter depth refrigerator.
You bet! Glad it was helpful!
That is the only tip I would urge you not to agree with. Counter depth refrigerator s are the best, especially in a small kitchen design like this. A regular size fridge would look awful because of the way it would stick out. She bought the wrong size/style counter depth for her family that’s the real issue, not that it is a counter depth.
What a fantastic video for those of us about to renovate & need to hear the cons. Thank you ❤️🇨🇦
Glad it was helpful!
Has anyone mentioned vent deflectors yet? They work really well.
Yes, someone did. Thanks for mentioning it though!
The vent covers are not cute. And the clutzy people in my house kick them. They survived on my basement vents awhile longer. Beautiful kitchen.
@@deniseporter6345 Thanks for the feedback!
I appreciate your honesty. It’s an eye opener for me. I’m in the process of doing my kitchen and don’t know how to start. Thank you
It can be overwhelming, for sure. Consider hiring an interior designer. For the cost of a kitchen renovation it would be worth the investment!
A lot of cabinet manufactures allow you to make an on line account and practice making floor plans on their site (with the hope you will choose their cabinets). That way you won't be overwhelmed/unprepared when you first sit down with a kitchen designer.
Isn't there a special kind of paint that would go over stainless steel? You could paint the rangehood and shelves black.
I was thinking about that the other day, and thought about that “wrapping” they use for cars nowadays, it’s a film, resistant to (I’m guessing) everything, use whatever color you want, whenever you want, you can get it removed, and whatever finish is under will be perfectly fine! I wonder if car paint shops will freak out when women start showing up with their range hoods hhahaha but also, who knows how expensive that’d be 🤷♀️
Oooo that could work!
@@iamloved Wraps are plastic and should not be used near heat. Instead use black high-heat spray paint intended for fireplaces, chimneys and stoves. Available at any hardware store.
That was my thought. They make high heat paint
They put those wraps on the hoods of super-cars that run very hot. Are you saying that the hood over you stove gets equally hot? I don’t think so. I think the wraps would work great. I’ve used that paint and would never use it inside on something as visible as my range hood.
If you’re open to suggestions I’ve a few for you lol. Get some timber the same colour as the stool seats and fix them to the footrest problem solved. Can you not swap your drawers around? Shelves are no biggy just swap them out when you’re cashed up again. As for the dishwasher and oven that’s a bit more drastic to fix maybe down the track swap the drawers with the dishwasher. As for the power switches inside the cupboard just get an electrician to run them through to the back of your cupboard to the outside of the cupboard under the counter and put the switches under your counter at the top pop the screws back in the holes inside your cupboard and then put screw covers over them so they’re not visible as such to the eye and there’s no holes left behind. As for the range hood I wish I could show you what I did to mine it’s also SS so I got some decals put them on it your eye is then drawn to the decals there’s some very nice decals now check them out it does work lol. Hope it helps your kitchen is nice though I like it.
Thank you for your thoughtful comment. Anyone ever tell you that you're a problem solver? These are great ideas!
@@iamloved Thanks when it comes to having no money or very little of it compromise just has to step in 😂😂😂as long as it gives you ideas that all that matters. Lol. Good luck.
Use some decor on your shelves that is made from wood and add plants.
Love those ideas!
Thinking too, maybe paint the shelves?
I recently had my kitchen remodeled too. I agree about the counter depth sized refrigerator. That’s what got because of my small sized kitchen. Big mistake! We do use a second small refrigerator out in the garage. Your kitchen looks beautiful !
A second refrigerator is a great idea! And thanks so much!
First time watching! You seem so genuine! Can't wait to watch more!
Yay! Thank you! And welcome to my channel!
We have a lovely little design flaw where you have to open the fridge to turn on the light, plus no storage (only 1 drawer for ALL utensils). We moved into this house with the kitchen like this with the thought that we would renovate one day. Maybe you can help with the Reno when we decide to do it!! Thanks for these tips! So incredibly helpful. Always willing to learn from others.
Ooof - that IS a design flaw! Sadly these tips can't help that. ;)
@@iamloved no, but they do help for when we do a larger renovation and get rid of that electrical issue. Lol. Some fab tips!!
New to your channel, came over from the RUclips channel “ Our Tribe of Many” Sarah mentioned your name and your wonderful ideas on decorating! So glad I found your channel.😀
Me too !
Oh thank you! I'm so thankful Sarah @ourtribeofmany mentioned my channel. Welcome!
Awesome video. Great to keep these in mind as I plan my kitchen Reno. Re curtains: perhaps open them up, use blinds under them. Then they can reach the floor because you will never close them. Re chairs: Did the same thing buying from online conducting 2020, most uncomfortable chairs ever. Keep an eye on Craigslist, something better may come along someday! Thanks again for the food for thought!
Great tips! Thanks for sharing. And I’m glad the video was helpful. 😊
This was an awesome video!!! Thanks so much for sharing. It just goes to show no matter how hard we plan... things never work out as perfectly as we want.
So true!
I’m TOO BUSY LISTENING to write. But I LOVE this and LOVE YOU And I’m REALLY CRITICAL! Which is a compliment ❤️ because I’M VERY IMPRESSED! ❤️👍👍👍👍
Haha! You’re too kind!
Omg this is the most useful kitchen reno video I've ever seen 👍🏻
Wow, thanks!
Thanks for sharing,. Very real and honest advice for kitchen Renovations! Well done! ✨✨✨
You are so welcome! I'm glad it was helpful!
Loved the idea of clean matching seams on the cabinetts and drawers! This was mega helpful❤
Oh I'm so glad it was helpful!
Hi...you may think I’m crazy but I watched your video, read all the comments, then watched your other video that you referred to, and just watched this one again,,,lol 🤣😂 I did this bc we just finished out total gut and complete renovation of the kitchen after living in this home for 22 years ....when we first looked at the house I walked in the door and looked at kitchen and said......this has got to go! Try to make long story short but we live on a 6.5 acre farm with a big dairy barn and lots of outbuildings ....we have horses and the house stuff was just cosmetic....so I patiently waited until all that needed to be done to restore these outdoor structures and eventually the way it worked out the whole house got done and the kitchen was last! So I have designed this space completely at least 4 times and finally I got to do it for real😊 Even though I thought I thought of everything I still have things I would do differently🙈 No matter how hard you try you just can’t think of everything! A couple of things I did was I put glass doors on two upper cabinets and although they look pretty I probably shouldn’t have....I keep moving stuff around trying to find the best place to put everything?! I did buy a counter depth fridge bc I had to in order to put it where I wanted it....it’s just my husband and I and I still have trouble figuring out where everything should go....I love the way it looks and functions in the new spot great....I imagine the struggle is real with a family of 4! Our last spot the fridge was up against a wall and we could never get a side by side etc because you could not fully open the left door! Our new one has the drawer in the center that can fit platters etc and can be used as freezer or refrigerator...so that is the saving grace. I have to laugh when you talk about your bar stools bc I obsessed over what I wanted but in the end I decided comfort was king and I bought leather full back swivel chairs....oh I love them and so fitting for our space! After a few weeks passed I noticed some scratches on the top of the back of these beautiful chairs.....and oh I saw red!! It was my cat😺😡🤬 So I’m going to have some covers ( like a shrug made out of fleece to look like a saddle blanket) to cover the tops bc right now I have winter coats hung on them to guard them...not attractive...all the thought I put into that and cat scratching never occurred to me🙀😤 I was just sick about that! I could go on with the small stuff but overall I am very happy! I have an on deck matt black pot filler and I love it too! One of my suggestions for you is to consider some pretty blinds or shutters for your windows since you won’t win the curtain war! 2nd suggestion I saw others make suggestion to paint your shelves....if it really bugs you and they weren’t super expensive I would paint them with a matt black high heat spray paint ( don’t even know if high heat would be needed since not over stove!) you can buy at Home DePot...just do one and if you hate it .....you haven’t ruined all! We used oak wood ( they cut the lengths we needed them) and black pipe from plumbing section in Home DePot to do our shelves over by my stove wall and they look great....our shelves are 12” deep ....you can do deeper just may need more then one board...we just clear coated the shelves so we have natural wood and black pipe....I love it! Ours are 6’ long and we have 3 shelves and all toll maybe two hundred dollars.....( the oak was $10 bucks a linear foot) Your kitchen does look lovely....thank you for sharing your story ....I certainly identified with it😊kim
Hey Kim! That sounds beautiful! Not just the kitchen, but the whole property. My girls would love it if we had horses. I imagine the small annoyances happen to everyone, no matter how well they think things through... I mean who would have thought a cat would ruin the stools! Thanks for the comment and the ideas for my shelves. You're so thoughtful.
I opened my kitchen up by taking out my PANTRY!! What was I THINKING?? I long for that pantry. I really scrimped on the remodel, so I’m thinking of doing it over when the covid is under control.
Ooof. I feel that.
I think you are a great personality. You are real and a friendly way of sharing your thoughts.
Awww that's sweet. Thank you!
I don't care about an electrical fire I just want the curtains to be beautifully long😂😂😂😂 OMG I can relate so much!
lol! I feel ya!
men are such exaggerators
You have perfectly illustrated why you hire a professional designer. Thank you!
Thank you!
All of these things seem like an easy fix, what are you waiting for?
They do seem easy, don't they? We don't have extra cash kicking around to upgrade something we already paid for once. Not at this stage of the game, anyway. Some of these might get fixed when we do our basement renovation though.
This is the first video I see in your channel and I found it so refreshing how open and candid you were. Thank you so much for sharing your experience!
Oh I'm so glad! Thank you for sharing this with me. I'd love for you to subscribe to my channel so you can see more!
I’d like a kitchen walk through to see the kitchen better. It looks big to me.
Good idea. Thanks for the feedack!
You have a sense of humour about it which is a good thing. You could paint the range hood and shelves nearly any colour you like. I agree with your husband regarding the length of the window curtains. Floor length would likely trap the heat if they spill out over the register. I agree that there is no substitute for solid chairs.
I totally agree with you, John. Thanks for the feedback!
Our kitchen is big. Every holiday someone gets mad and throws a tomato because they get frustrated about tripping of everyone. I think it’s just kitchens lol
Throws a tomato! Lol. I wanna be at your family gatherings!
Thank you for your honest mistakes. I will definitely learn from you renovating our kitchen.
You are so welcome! I’m glad it was helpful!
I love those pendant lights!
Thank you! Me tooooo!
They are the most gorgeous things‼️😍
@@deniseporter6345 Right?! I essentially designed the rest of the kitchen around them because of how stunning they are to me.
Where did you buy them. I’m changing the ceiling lights in my kitchen and would love something similar.
This is a VERY helpful video, really like it!
Glad it was helpful!
I‘ve never seen a fridge that‘s deeper than 60cm (countertop depth) in my life! Is that an American thing?
Could be. I'm in Canada, so it's at least a Canadian thing. lol
Really?
Mine is 71cm without the doors. With the doors is 77.5cm. It’s not particularly unusual.
I’m from California. 😎
I totally agree. I was like who the **** needs such a big fridge 😂 In Norway they are usually built in 60/60 cm with the freezer being the bottom 90 cm 😅
Yes.
But Americans don't buy groceries often so they need more storage.
I'm about to start building a house and like you I'm trying to find a balance between those things I really want and what makes economic sense. I know this will be my last home (retirement) and my only 2 other homes were new but already completely finished by the time I found them. Builder grade everything, I got to pick nothing, so I'm determined this home will be what I want.
Thanks for the fridge tip! I've actually considered that type of fridge because it's in the house plan but not now.
I'm glad the tips were helpful. If you want to hear some further thuoghts about the counter-depth fridge (it's been a hot topic in video comments), I recently posted a video with tips for selecting a fridge. Hope it helps! ruclips.net/video/1IwLtCwrIIs/видео.html
I hope you can make it the home you've always wanted!
Thanks for the tips! It's funny, I was super adamant about a counter depth
Refrigerator ... until I saw your video LOL we like food so I think I will take your advice.
Haha! Well food definitely takes priority! 😂
I love your upbeat grateful attitude. I am going through a kitchen renovation right now, and will take into account your great tips. Thanks 👍🏽
Wonderful! Attitude makes a big difference!
Very unique video. Thank you for discussing the issues you had. We will try to be careful.
So nice of you. Thanks for watching!
I don’t get the curtains touching the floor. In my lifetime we never did this because your curtains get dirty (especially when you have pets who think it’s bedding)! I know people like the look but it isn’t practical with pets and kids. I wish this trend would go away! 😂
Haha! You are bang on!
We use these clear plastic vent covers that redirect the heat to go out horizontally rather than vertically. Stops the curtains from bloating out from the vents :)
Personally, I think pooling drapes is a look that is so look sloppy and so over.
I like my curtains to touch the floor too. IKEA curtains is a great cheap option because they are super long you can cut them and hem them by hand to your desire Length.
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You can make your range hood matte black pretty easily (with some prep). You'd need to tape (and mask with paper or plastic) everything around it (walls, ceiling, stove, etc.), and pick up some matte/flat enamel spray paint. If buy the trigger handle that allows for easier spraying, and new spray nozzles that offer a fan pattern which will mimic traditional spray guns allowing you to get even coverage with sufficient overlapping. If course, if you have a spray gun you can just use that with enamel or even automotive paint. The matte finish will give even a beginner excellent results. If you were to use a clear coat and you have a paint gun, mix a bit of the black into the clear coat to avoid haze if the clear coat is applied too thick (which shouldn't be an issue if you are doing scraggly light coats). Sanding with a very fine grit wet sandpaper in between coats (of the coats have been allowed to fully dry between) helps the next coat shear better.
This might not be a project you're interested in, but it's a great solution if you're interested in changing the hood without changing the hood.
Great idea! Thanks for sharing!
Ok, just a little thing but the “stove” doesn’t open, the “oven” does. Your kitchen is really nice, I love the pendant lights. I have a HUGE kitchen and we are still always moving out of the way so someone can access the drawer we are standing in front of. LOL
Haha! Great point - everyone wants access to the same drawers at the same time regardless of kitchen size.
Too many cooks in the kitchen!
Thank you for this video. 🥰🙏 makes me think of my kitchen project.
I'm glad it was helpful! Best of luck with your kitchen!
So this is a small spaced kitchen to you...?
Wow.. My kitchen doesnt even have room for a two door fridge let alone a kitchen island...and a dining table ☺
Beautiful kitchen if I could leave a suggestions more color makes it a bit warmer and maybe some bigger green plants
Oh man, that is small. I suppose it's all relative. I love the idea of adding bigger green plants! Thank you!
Wow! A lot of those things can be easily fixed. Also... yes, definitely save money on the kitchen chairs. So easy to change later when you have more money. If you saved money on cabinetry or countertop or flooring...those things are hard to change later.
Exactly! I always invest in the finishes that are an expense and hassle to re-do. Other things can be easily improved over time.
All I can hear is her hair rubbing on the mic
Ya, I'm still working out how all of the production details. Thanks for the feedback!
Great tips! I wanted a counter depth fridge so bad but I've read so many comments like yours. Your kitchen is gorgeous though!
So curtains touching a vent is dangerous? I had no idea. I need to read on that. I don't want a fire hazard in our house.
Let me clarify, curtains touching the vent aren't dangerous - they catch the air and then blow the curtains away from the wall, essentially trapping the air behind them, keeping it from heating/cooling the space. My husband is a stickler for that.
We’re downsizing and won’t have an extra fridge in our basement because there is no basement! So after 25 years with a counter depth fridge, we’re getting a deeper one. But I am worried about how much food will go to waste in the very back of a deeper fridge.