I can't believe we are to the half-way point in the One Room Challenge! I'm half excited and half terrified! I'm much further in my room this time around than I was during the guest bedroom. So, what's new or going on this week with the eat-in kitchen you ask?
Well, this happened:
Yep, I finally got my modern plank wall. You can read all about the DIY Modern Plank wall if you'd like to have one as well. It was a pretty straight-forward project.
I kinda want to continue the plank wall to the two partial walls that surround the kitchen. Here's one of the walls (an old picture but you get the point).
The angles on that bump out would be a nightmare for the planks though. So, I'm going to finish the makeover and then decide if I think the planks would really add something.
Other than the plank wall, I started on our last building project for this room... the built-in banquette.
As you can see from the picture, I started cutting the boards for the built-in before I started the plank wall. I've made a bit more progress than what I've shown, but not by much. This is definitely on my to-do list for the rest of the week.
I don't have a particular plan for the built-in. Can you believe it? I'm kinda winging it. I know I want it to have storage and for the lid to open but that's all I've got so far. Call me crazy, I know Luke can't believe I'm just making it up as I go along.
Want to see some inspiration for the look that I'd like to have?
I really like the hanging back on this:
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But, I'm set on having quite a few throw pillows so I'm not sure if those two jive.
My second inspiration image is a complete 180 from above.
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I adore the dark built-in. By painting the built-in the same color as the base cabinets in our kitchen, I think the overall look would be so cohesive.
Now, if I could only wrap my head around how to marry the two looks.
I better start a to-do list before I forget what I still need to do.
1. Finish Banquette
2. Sew Pillows (did you see my fabric choices?)
3. Make Cushion Pads for Metal Chairs
4. Reupholster Dining Chairs
5. Get Rug (I ordered this hide rug and I'm hoping it's fabulous!)
6. Find/Make a Textural piece of art
7. Hang artwork above stairwell
8. Hang Highland Cow Painting above bench
9. Install new light
10. Accessorize
Whew, I think that's it. Now, that I'm looking at this I'm getting a bit nervous. I only have three weeks left to get the whole list done! Wish me luck.
Also, if you want to play catch-up:
Eat-In Kitchen Week 1 - Before
Eat-In Kitchen Week 2 - Design Board
Julia@Cuckoo4Design
The dark built-ins are stunning
Ashley Mayes
I know! I so adore that inspiration space!
Ellen from Ask Away
I wish i had an awesome eat in kitchen! I love your blog!
XO Ellen from Ask Away
http://www.askawayblog.com
Ashley Mayes
Thanks Ellen! We have had all kinds of different spaces over the years... I think this one might be my favorite though.
Britt @ white dog vintage
This is going to be absolutely awesome! The plank wall looks fantastic, and I'm so jealous of your built-in seating to-be. So excited to see it in just THREE weeks (yay/ahhhhhhhhhhh)!
Ashley Mayes
3 weeks!! I'm freaking out over here!! I hope the built-ins come together well. If so, they might be my favorite part of our whole house.
Emily @ Table & Hearth
I love those hanging cushions AND the black too!!!
Ashley Mayes
Those hanging cushions are so cool! I'd have to drill into my new plank wall though. ... decisions, decisions!
Charlotte
Oh, man. This has so many cool things coming together! I can't wait to see how you handle the banquette.
Ashley Mayes
Yep, not sure on that! I guess we will know a bit more as we go along.
Kevin | Thou Swell
The plank wall looks absolutely amazing, I can't believe what a difference it makes in the room!
Ashley Mayes
Thanks Kevin! I know, I was pleasantly surprised how large of an impact it made.
Erin @ the-organized-life
I love that plank wall! I'm trying to figure out where to do one in our house. I absolutely adore the look of them. Good luck as you tackle your "to do" list!
Ashley Mayes
Thanks Erin. I've adored them for a long time and I'm so happy that I found a spot for one.
Melissa @ Polished Habitat
Can't wait to see how the banquette comes out. I'm all for winging it and seeing what happens. And the modern planked wall is so good!
Ashley Mayes
Me either! =) I'm glad I'm not along as a winger. lol.
christine dovey
I absolutely LOVE the combo of your plank wall and the light fixture- so good. That first banquette is just so amazing- I've never seen one like it so it gets my vote. I definitely think you could still have throw pillows with it.
Ashley Mayes
Thanks Christine! I hope you like the soon-to-added light fixture as well. =)
Kyla @ House Of Hipsters
Girl, I don't need wine...that plank wall is to die for!!!! I seriously cannot wait to see the rug. I wanna fast forward to next week!
Ashley Mayes
lol, thanks Kyla!
Brit | House Updated
Ashley - the wall looks so great and your banquette is going to be perfect! I love the inspo pics and know yours will turn out great. And by the way, I totally wing many of my builds. You have so got this.
Ashley Mayes
Good to know! Seriously, I can't have a plan for everything!!
Casey
Very exciting! I love your plank wall - I'd like to do one in our master bathroom. I really like those hanging back cushions also - what a cool idea. Can't wait to see how this space turns out 🙂
Teresa
This looks awesome! The plank wall is so crisp and fresh. I love the banquette idea too. I'd kill to have one but don't have the set up for it. Can't wait to see the rest!
Bethany
I love this and can't wait to see how it turns out!!
Ashley Mayes
Thanks so much! I'm excited to make more progress.
Lindsey @ The O'Donnell Collective
The banquette is going to be amazing! I also love the idea of the hanging back. Can't wait to see the final look!
Ashley Mayes
Thanks Lindsey! I fell off the bandwagon this week, but I'm hitting it hard this weekend.