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After: The kitchen’s countertops and backsplash are “all those 1950s-30s enamel card tables,” Geoffrey explains. “That was a decision I made early on; it took me a year and a half to collect them all.” The beams were a great surprise; they were hidden away in the ceiling. The appliances are former Consumer Reports test appliances bought at auction, and the ceiling lights are a custom design, intended to look mid-century.
After: The kitchen’s countertops and backsplash are “all those 1950s-30s enamel card tables,” Geoffrey explains. “That was a decision I made early on; it took me a year and a half to collect them all.” The beams were a great surprise; they were hidden away in the ceiling. The appliances are former Consumer Reports test appliances bought at auction, and the ceiling lights are a custom design, intended to look mid-century.
Parquet floors were revealed under the vinyl, and "Peale Green
Parquet floors were revealed under the vinyl, and "Peale Green
The little red cabin is a nod to the classic summer cottage of Sweden.
The little red cabin is a nod to the classic summer cottage of Sweden.
In Washington’s Methow Valley, a modern cabin with an outdoor living room allows views of the surrounding woodland and meadow to perforate its volume. By day, the Chechaquo Lot 6 cabin gives the impression of floating in a forest clearing; by night, its windows glow against the wooded darkness. From all vantage points, the landscape permeates this 1,000-square-foot cabin, designed for two outdoor enthusiasts and tucked at the toe of a dramatic slope in Winthrop, Washington.
In Washington’s Methow Valley, a modern cabin with an outdoor living room allows views of the surrounding woodland and meadow to perforate its volume. By day, the Chechaquo Lot 6 cabin gives the impression of floating in a forest clearing; by night, its windows glow against the wooded darkness. From all vantage points, the landscape permeates this 1,000-square-foot cabin, designed for two outdoor enthusiasts and tucked at the toe of a dramatic slope in Winthrop, Washington.
The bunkie features a 1925w solar array, complemented by additional battery storage and a backup generator. This creates more than enough power for the family to live a comfortable modern life, complete with a 40-gallon water heater.
The bunkie features a 1925w solar array, complemented by additional battery storage and a backup generator. This creates more than enough power for the family to live a comfortable modern life, complete with a 40-gallon water heater.
Liz and Matt had to drill a well to provide water to the property. Wastewater is captured and treated with a gravity-fed septic system—this will serve the main dwelling when it’s completed, too.
Liz and Matt had to drill a well to provide water to the property. Wastewater is captured and treated with a gravity-fed septic system—this will serve the main dwelling when it’s completed, too.
Liz and Matt had to drill a well to provide water for the property. Wastewater is captured and treated with a gravity-fed septic system that will also serve the main dwelling, when it’s completed.
Liz and Matt had to drill a well to provide water for the property. Wastewater is captured and treated with a gravity-fed septic system that will also serve the main dwelling, when it’s completed.
Nestled in a historic village in the Kent countryside, the two-bedroom home is cozy incarnate.
Nestled in a historic village in the Kent countryside, the two-bedroom home is cozy incarnate.
Emily detailed the kitchen to have more storage than before, thanks to custom cabinetry she designed, and which was fabricated and installed by J.V. The New Carpentry. The backsplash tile is 2x6 Zia Tile in 'Burnt Sugar.' The stove is a Thor electric range and the refrigerator an iio Retro Mod Fridge RM1, both part of the $4215 the couple spent on appliances.
Emily detailed the kitchen to have more storage than before, thanks to custom cabinetry she designed, and which was fabricated and installed by J.V. The New Carpentry. The backsplash tile is 2x6 Zia Tile in 'Burnt Sugar.' The stove is a Thor electric range and the refrigerator an iio Retro Mod Fridge RM1, both part of the $4215 the couple spent on appliances.
Limestone floors and cherry wood countertops give the kitchen warmth and texture.
Limestone floors and cherry wood countertops give the kitchen warmth and texture.