Kitchen Style: Open Shelving

Open-shelving PRO: It looks great and it's practical because it's easy to see what you have and forces you not to just shove things away into hiding.

Open-shelving CON: Dust =extra work, like dusting each item - and around the items - to get the shelf clean, rinsing off each item before use. Can look cluttered. 

The pros and cons are even in my book, and the winner is always 

compromise: 

put up as much open shelving as you can comfortably maintain.

If you have the self-discipline to keep the colors and items 

as orderly as these then go for this pretty, stylish kitchen:

Here the discipline is far less rigid and

 the look is an updated, smart, friendly look:

I absolutely LOVE this stove shelf for the kitchen:

Open shelving for a pretty collection of tea-time vessels:

 Charming:

Glass-fronted cabinets are another option...
Have a great day!
xo
Valerie

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Clever Use of Space in Design

A gloomy time of year is made brighter when hatching new ideas.  So start hatching!

 Below are several space-saving, function-enhancing, good-looking rooms. They'll make you say, What a great idea!"  They are all DO-able.

These rooms function very well, while being such inviting, comfortable living spaces. I am thinking about that blank, boring wall in my daughter's bedroom...maybe some shelves and/or cabinetry on each end, bed in the middle, curtains around the bed...Join me --  check out these ideas!

Fold-up Kitchen - Great for guest suite!

What a Great way to upgrade an old cabinet; upholstered cabinet!

A cute hideaway with books and....

A thrilling ride from the 2ND FLOOR down to......

the BASEMENT!

Energize in the RED Shower!  An original, simple concept.

Lots of  Practical drying racks in a laundry room with Style.

Making an alcove for beds increases storage and space

Attic Closet ( I think I would make that mirror full-length and tri-fold...)

For the organized clothes horse, creating that closet would be a great gift! 

So not only are these ideas clever, but they can also be done on a limited budget. 

And worth every penny.

Have a great day! 

Start making plans for Spring!

xo

Valerie

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