Kyle and I have settled into our house fairly well in the 5 years we’ve lived here. We’ve done lots of projects, but always have a running list of renovations and improvements we’d like to make in the upcoming years. The priority of the list is always shifting, it seems to keep things interesting.
The latest project we’re tackling is “refreshing” our dining room. There are some features that we really like about the room and others that we loath. Our “likes” tend toward the original aspects of the house; the fireplace, built-in hutch, and ornate windows. Our “loathing” is directed towards poor choices that go against the character of the house; popcorn ceiling texture, modern style chandelier, and questionable wall colors. After 5 years of living with it and prioritizing other projects, we’re finally getting around to redoing the dining room.
The scope of the changes are going to be removing the popcorn ceiling texture, replacing the chandelier with one that’s more period appropriate, changing draperies and window seat covering, repainting walls, and maybe purchasing a new rug. This is going to be one of those projects where the cost exceeds any type of return we would ever get when we go to resell. It’s more about being happy with the room and wanting to spend time there, rather than looking to make a buck. And we’re okay with that.
We purchased the chandelier on a whim during a trip to New York City this past weekend. Now we’re on the lookout for drapery fabric. We’ll give you updates as we progress. Here’s a peek at how the room looks currently…
