We're fans of a good before-and-after, but sometimes it's nice to see a new-build with all the charms and comforts of an older home. This new kitchen, with the skillful addition of vintage and reclaimed elements, precisely fits that bill.
Shannan and her husband Cory used to live in a farmhouse, but they recently moved into a new-build home. Their kitchen marks the best of the new and the old: clean, white cabinets and a fresh subway tile backsplash mix well with a number of lived-in, meaningful items. The sliding door, purchased at a local auction, came from a school that Shannan attended for thirteen years. A decorative metal plate came from a telephone pole near their old farmhouse. The island is made of reclaimed wood that Shannan personally selected from the builder's workshop.
All these sentimental touches are coupled with creative storage options. A vintage battery display holds mugs and dish towels, a vintage locker basket holds bread, and a metal caddy holds silverware and napkins. All these elements come together to breathe some character into a new-build, making it a meaningful, custom home.
For more images, descriptions, and source details, visit Shannan's blog Flower Patch Farmgirl.
(Images: Flower Patch Farmgirl)
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Really, really nice.
That's pretty.
This was a little confusing. Even though this is a new-build home, I am guessing they did not buy the home directly from the builder because it appears they renovated the kitchen and did not simply select the elements they wanted from the builder (cabinets, floors, counters, etc.) and then add the subway tile after they moved in. Because this is a renovation, it really has nothing to do with having a new-build home and is more like the other before/afters we've seen.
Pi, it is a new-build. Check out her blog for more details.
Love, love, love this kitchen. It's simple and sweet.
Pi, builders will install vintage or reclaimed materials in new builds...
Really like the white appliances; it's refreshing to see something other than stainless steel. A great kitchen!
Ditto to Ruby Ash. I think the white appliances really enhance the vintage feel.
I guess I'm just a little confused because when I read the blog post, it didn't seem like it was a new-build. Given that it was, I would have added undercabinet lighting. I understand it costing a lot, but it would have been totally worth it.
love the turquoise!
I like the pop of colour the island gives the room. The kitchen has a very cozy feel to it! Great solution to the expensive barn door hardware. Thanks for listing how you did it on your blog :)
Love this kitchen!
I love love love this kitchen!
Is it really so hard to type "newly built?" Do we have to create a "new-build" label for a "newly built" home? How silly.
Very cute! I love the island, I've never seen one like that before.
One thing I despise from older kitchens is that gap above the cabinets. Having cabinets go to the ceiling eliminates that wasteland of fake plants, seldom used kitchen ware, home sweet home wood blocks or some other cluttery, dusty, yuckness.
mosaicwench: "New-build" is the term used, in the industry, for new construction. You should have checked it out, before making your comment.
I love the shot of color the turquoise island provides. Given that it's in the center of the room it really becomes the focal point of the room. The sliding door is such a unique, wonderful element, as well!
I think I like their old home better.
So pretty. Love the island and the sliding door. Cool feature!
I know new-construction is a common term in the construction/design industry. New-build might also be, but I'm not sure.
Vix Vax, I could not agree more!
Great blog article! I really enjoyed reading it! I love how the kitchen came out and the vintage style approach. Very inspiring! The touch of color of the kitchen island is well chosen. That blue cabinet is extremely nice, very “old-school”. Also, that chandelier is breathtaking. Congrats!
Cluttery/busy, and the microwave over stove chops up the visual space. Relocating the microwave and purchasing a range without back unit would have created a cleaner look. The island adds a nice color accent to all that whiteness.
Blah. Another white kitchen, with white cupboards and white subway tiles. High five for having the balls to put in a colourful island though..
Blah. Another white kitchen, with white cupboards and white subway tiles. High five for having the balls to put in a colourful island though..