apartment therapy changing the world, one room at a time

Michelle, I've always had good luck with ficus trees indoors with low light. Your place is gorgeous!

How ironic I was looking at that floor lamp in HomeGoods on Mon. It looks nice in your place.

Regarding the floor lamp--does anyone have a manufacturer or source for it? I saw a table lamp in that style on Divine Design, loved it, and can't find it anywhere! Lovely space, Michelle!

lovely! re: plants. i was told by a horticulturist recently to pick up a ZZ plant. he said they're the most low-light, low-water tolerating plants known to woman. i've also found most ivy plants quite fine with my bad-plant-mommy ways.

I really love your place and your style. What a transformation!

Cute apartment! Seems like a home... not a show room. exactly the feelings I want for my new apartment.... I guess I have two months to keep up w/ you.

I love the colours that you chose for your living room and love the idea of keeping larger furniture neutral so that you can change accents/colour schemes when you feel it. Overall, I think it's a great place.

I also live in a small space and am in dire need to find a dining room table that expands from seating 2 (maybe 4) to six people. I have a long hallway (approx 22 feet long) that turns the corner at one end of my apartment. I would like to turn this small open space area into a dining area since it is off the kitchen anyways... however since it is an extension of my hallway, the table can not be that large when not expanded. Michelle, where did you get your table from? It seems like it would be a good fit for my apartment. Also, if anyone has any suggestions, please post. All help would be appreciated. Thanks.

Same thoughts here-what a lovely bright space. I appreciate how you took advantage of paint and other simple DIY to really renovate and personalize the space. Thanks for sharing your home with us.

Lovely!

Michelle, would you please source that wonderful "transformer" dining room table?

This looks great! You did an excellent job in selecting the furniture for your house. It is all very functional and the proportions work well in the space. It all looks comfortable too! The curtains in the bedroom look great, and I don't think it was a bad call to keep the fireplace - it looks good with the way you've arranged the room. Amazing how different something can look with a little paint (mirror over fireplace). It was worth your time and energy to include the personal touches, it looks like a wonderful place to call home and I bet your friends want to hang out there all the time!

Hi Michelle,

I love your dining table...where did you get it?

Thanks,
S

Wow, it's a gorgeous transformation--so inspiring! And I love your dining table, too!

very lovely! I will be adding this to my list of favorite house tours!

very nice home! question: where do I find the dish rack you have in the kitchen?

Where did you get that dining table!!!!

Wonderful job -- what a lot of work! I like the fabric art. I'll add to the "where did you get" frenzy -- where did you get the bedroom curtains?

I think this is my favorite house tour! It's lovely.

WOW!!! I am blown away by the overwhelming positive response. Thanks so much for all your kind words. Now to answer some of the most burning questions...

The dining table is from Jensen-Lewis. It is imported from Denmark and made of solid wood. Besides the side that slides out, you can also lift up the "middle" panel for additional storage, good for wine bottles. That top panel can be flipped over for a metal side, so that you don't ruin the wood if you want to place hot objects on the table. It's a tad expensive but totally worth it.
http://www.jensen-lewis.com/product.php?pid=00000942

The curtain panels in the bedroom are from IKEA. I absolutely love these panels because they come in so many different colors and patterns and are so easy to personalize! The sage green curtains on the side, however, are from West Elm. I got those on sale from the site. You can buy little hooks from IKEA that attach to any curtain and can slide into the bracket system.
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/categories/range/10374/10702/

The dish rack in the kitchen is also from IKEA. Also wonderful because you can make this as long or short as you want, and add as much or little to the bar as you like! They have different styles but this is part of the Asker series.
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/categories/series/09945/

I will keep checking back to answer any more questions! And thank you to those who provided suggestions on the floor plant. =)

OH! And the comments about the lamp...I love it as well and if you find out who the manufacturer is, please post it here! This was a housewarming gift from my aunt, who picked it up in Home Goods also!

Thanks Michelle!

It looks amazing! How long did this all take?

chrisvilayke - I closed on the apartment on 10/9 and had my housewarming party on 11/3, so it pretty much went from bare bones to 90% finished in about 4 weeks! (I know that is a little bit crazy, but the OCD in me had to get it done quickly so I could feel at "home" as soon as possible.) I will say, however, that I started planning a vision for the place about a month earlier, selecting paint colors and furniture and sketching out some layouts. Plus I had been watching a lot of HGTV all summer to get myself mentally ready and prepped! The first week was the hardest - all the painting and cleaning - but by the end of the week my furniture was moved in (coordinated 3 places to have the movers all come on the same day) and it was really starting to come together. The remaining weeks were pretty much for embellishments and personal touches. Thank you for the positive feedback!

This is so gorgeous and inspirational! I'm so impressed with how you transformed a dark drab box into something with some much light and style. I love the muted colours - it makes your place seem to fluid and peaceful and (dare i say it) "classy".

Your home is going into my 'inspirational & achievable decor' folder in my bookmarks!

Oh, one question though: I'm trying to decide whether to buy a glass coffee table (a cheaper knock off of this one: http://www.highbrowfurniture.com/tables/products/noguchi/?add=249289) or one that incorporates storage (this one: http://eq3.com/cat-eq3/process/locale/en_CA/currency/en_CA/4010-030-1.html ). Glass doesn't give you space to hide things, but it does create more visual space in the room. How do you feel about your glass table??

Deeliscoius - thanks so much for your kind words. Regarding the coffee table, the EXACT same thoughts went through my head when I was selecting my furniture. I initially wanted a dark solid wood coffee table with storage so I could tuck away magazines and the remote controls, but after evaluating the size of the space (and listening to the wise words of my dad that glass would work best), I decided to go with the glass table and I love it. I love this one in particular because it's also a conversational piece whenever people come over. Definitely one of the three most pricey items in the apartment. (The other 2 most expensive items were the dining table the the bed, all purchased from Jensen-Lewis.)

I would explore a little more with the glass coffee table, since the one you're considering is a bit over-used (I see it everywhere!) That is, unless you absolutely love it, in which case you should totally go for it! Glass is also much easier to clean in my opinion - spray on a little windex and voila! But overall, I would say that it makes a huge impact on the visual space, so I would definitely recommend glass. =)

BTW - for all of you who are interested in the functionality of the dining table...I know the price tag is a little bit scary, but I first noticed this "transformer" design at IKEA. I loved that it had all this storage and was such a space saver, but unfortunately it only came in one color and it didn't go with my overall look. However, it's considerably cheaper and it's made of natural solid wood, unlike most IKEA furniture that is made up of particle board.

http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/20104718

Michelle, your house is gorgeous. I especially love the sconce/candleholder/wall art (don't know what to call it!) above the couches. I think I saw something similar on CB2's website. Is that where you got it?

A fellow wii user with a small living room! I love your set-up, but what do you do with the lovely glass coffee table when everyone comes over to play?

Since we purchased our Wii, our extra tables went into storage. It just leaves more space for extra company with flailing arms, and less injuries! We are still working on pulling our living room together. We have a large TV and love having people over to play, but not everyone we invite is coming over to play. We like to have a more formal space at times too. I think you have struck a nice balance here. Thanks for the inspiration!

Can you share the paint colors you used? I especially like the bedroom color.

christinatremill - Thanks! The candleholder on the wall is actually from Crate and Barrel, but I've seen the one from CB2 as well. It's very similar to this one but I think it's about a quarter of the size, and in the "room views" on their site you can see that they've arranged a number of them to create different effects. At $50/each for the CB2 ones, I decided to just go with the big rectangle from Crate & Barrel for $150.

Crate & Barrel:
http://www.crateandbarrel.com/family.aspx?c=1340&f=8964&q=wall&fromLocation=Search&DIMID=400001&SearchPage=1

CB2:
http://www.cb2.com/family.aspx?c=585&f=2236

K8 in Maine - Wow you noticed my Wii! =) Actually, I've never had to move the glass coffee table when we play. Instead, I push the grey armchair all the way back by the kitchen or front door, which gives us plenty of space to move around. I'm also super insistent on the wristbands so that I don't get into one of these situations:
http://geekologie.com/2006/12/07/wii_in_tv__2.jpg

Since the guests that come over are usually adults, I don't get too worried about the glass table, but it's was definitely stressful for me when I had small children over to play! That table is definitely not ideal for families with kids...

The living room transformation is incredible. And I have to say ... that bedroom closet is a cruel joke on you with the boiler taking up half the space ... how do you survive???

And where did you get the fabulous chicken apron? i feel like I've seen it before, but can't remember where or when.

Your place looks great! I'm in the process of buying furniture and setting up the living room. Your photos are inspiration! Where is the sofa from?

Lorie09 - Thanks! The paint I used in the bedroom is Behr Oat Cake in eggshell finish. For the living room it's Behr Manhattan Mist in eggshell finish. And for all of the doors, frames, and moldings I used Behr Ultra Pure White in satin finish.

I've always liked using eggshell finish on walls because it gives a much softer glow with just the slightest bit of light bouncing off the paint. For doors and trims I like either satin or semigloss finishes since doors tend to get dirty easily and fingerprints can be wiped off the glossier finishes without ruining the paint.

ridge_van_winkle - HA...yes I'll admit that the boiler in the bedroom closet was a bit of a turnoff for me (not to mention that I can no longer take hot showers that last longer than 20 minutes). But for now I have more than enough space for my clothes, and the living room closet is also very big inside, so that's where most of my stored seasonal clothing, coats, and shoes go.

As for the chicken pattern you see in the kitchen, it's actually a dish towel, but I bet they make an apron too. Glad you like it! A good friend gave that set to me as a housewarming gift but I'm not sure where it's from. I will post when I find out!

jenniemo - Glad you like the set up! The sofa and matching armchair (as well as the throw pillows and two-toned satin curtains) are from West Elm. They are part of the Square-Arm Collection. The color is "steel", but it looks as though they've unfortunately discontinued this collection... There are some armchairs and ottomans left at half the price I paid though!

http://www.westelm.com/online/store/ProductDisplay?storeId=17001&langId=-1&catalogId=17002&viewSetCode=E&partNumber=WE-PRODf546&retainNav=true&parent_category_rn=&cmsrc=SCH&parentId=square arm

If you like this style, you might also like the Goodwin Collection, which is very similar.

http://www.westelm.com/online/store/ProductDisplay?partNumber=WE-PRODf571&storeId=17001&langId=-1&catalogId=17002&viewSetCode=E&parentId=WE-SH1FRNSAC&retainNav=true&cmsrc=WE-SH1FRNSAC

Ah! dishtowel ... yes, I remember where I've seen it now, but I can't remember the name of the shop. It's a little boutiquey place in Astoria and if I remember correctly they have other designs too. The manufacturer is probably in a lot of little housewares shops.

thanks!

your place is really awesome. can you tell me where you got your table lamps, both in your living room and bedroom? did the shades come with the lamps?

also, there are three little vases on your fireplace mantle...they're adorable and i feel like i've seen them somewhere but can't remember where...do you remember where you go those?

thanks a lot!

hjp922 - Hi there! All of those lamps were from Home Goods, so unfortunately I have no idea who the manufacturers are. (Someone earlier commented that they were trying to find out as well, so hopefully someone else can answer!) The shades came with all of the lamps and they all went for about $79 each. I've seen the block crystal table lamp (in the living room) at Restoration Hardware but it comes with a slightly different lampshade, not to mention a price tag that's 3 times more than what I paid!
http://www.restorationhardware.com/rh/catalog/product/product.jsp?productId=prod1233208&navCount=1

As for the vases, they're from West Elm circa Fall 2007. I'm glad you like them because I adored them when I saw them at first, but didn't buy them because I didn't even have the apartment settled yet. When I went back a week later they were gone! I searched high and low and finally found extra stock at a West Elm in NJ. Lesson learned: if you like something, don't wait!

I love your living room curtains -- they seem to make the windows bigger! Where did you get them, and did you have to install curtain rods way up above the windows?

The whole place is just lovely. We're moving on Saturday, and I'm so inspired after seeing this. Thanks for sharing!

Well done, enjoy living there.

I think this is really pretty. I love that arched fireplace.

mollybloom - My goal was definitely to elongate the room with the curtains and take advantage of the relatively high ceilings so I'm glad you noticed! The two-toned silk curtains are from West Elm (online only):
http://www.westelm.com/online/store/ProductDisplay?partNumber=WE-PRODr460&storeId=17001&langId=-1&catalogId=17002&viewSetCode=E&parentId=WE-SH1RUGWIN&retainNav=true&cmsrc=WE-SH1RUGWIN

The white sheer curtains with shell pattern are from IKEA:
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/50112024

Good luck with your move this weekend! I'm glad I was able to inspire so many people on AT! =)

Michelle-
I will echo what other folks have said- smart choices on colors and fabrics. I love it! I am debating painting my LR a grey shade (I also have dark grey furniture) and have been worried that all grey may be blah, but you have shown it is not at all! I may have to check out your shade.

The curtains look great too. Is the A/C unit still under one? How are you going to access it?
Thanks for sharing!

Michelle - where's the dining room table from?

rubyp3 - I was hesitant about the grey at first also and wanted to be on the safe side so I went with a lighter shade. I was a little scared at first because it's much darker when the paint is still wet! But after drying it turned out great, and depending on the lighting, there is a big range of shade to this color. (Appears much richer in the shadows.)

The A/C unit is under the right window curtains. The TV unit only covers about 1/8 of it or less, but only on the bottom part and not near the vents. When summer comes I will probably buy matching tieback hooks (from West Elm, to go with the rods) and pull back the curtains for both windows for symmetry and thereby exposing the A/C.
http://www.westelm.com/online/store/ProductDisplay?partNumber=WE-PRODr043&cmsrc=rel&storeId=17001&langId=-1&catalogId=17002&viewSetCode=E

Pixie - the dining room table is from Jensen-Lewis. See my earlier post for more info on the table. Here is the link again:
http://www.jensen-lewis.com/product.php?pid=00000942

thanks Michelle - I searched all the posts, but didn't see it before!

Hi Michelle.
Wow .
You certainly get the award for most favorable comments.
And deservedly so.
I'm really glad you saved your fireplace.
I like how you kept your kitchen and bathroom simple and monochromatic.
But doesn't anyone have some constructive criticism?
I do.
LOL!

I would think about doing that whole living room window wall in a couple more panels of that lovely fabric, wall-to-wall, with the 2 window portions opened as it is now.
Draping the mid-section would help diminish the TV's presence too, and give the wall more drama.
Maybe hang them higher too.
I know it's tight but pull that sofa away from the wall 6 inches.
It will make it look like you have more space and higher ceilings.
The same fireplace mantel chachkas are used again down in the hearth with the candles.
Why not just candles here?
That expensive bed looks a bit overwhelmed with all the stuff around it.

Yes, I'm a bit of a minimalist, but I believe in things being there if they need to be or if they decoratively enhance in some way.
I think with just a little editing and your gorgeous space might show even better!
Cheers.

OH MY YOU DID A GREAT JOB I HAVE 39 SQ FT MORE AND NO BED ROOM JUST A HALF WALL . I CAN ONLY HOPE TO MAKE MY PLACE HALF AS NICE OH I WOULD GO WITH A FICUS ALSO... GREAT JOB...MAJERAL512

paulmuscat - Haha thank you for your comments and I certainly do appreciate constructive criticism. Regarding your idea with the living room wall, it sounds interesting but because those drapes are dark in color and a thick silk fabric, I feel like going across the whole wall will give the room a very "heavy" feeling. Not to mention I think the oversized curtain rods I used to hold them up would look a little strange going across the entire wall. Lastly, the curtains were expensive ($200 each) which means I'd probably have to spend another $600 to do this...in my opinion, not worth it. Plus I've already got the wall-to-wall thing going on in the bedroom.

I think Jill's professional camera and wide angle lens makes the room look wider than it actually is...I really cannot afford to move the couch 6 inches!

As for the fireplace mantel, those 3 bulbs are actually vases, not candles, but I understand your point. Those actually were originally going to go on the wall where the TV is, I just haven't gotten around to finding the right thing to prop them up. I was going to have them staggered vertically along that small wall on top of short horizontal shelves.

I'm curious about your feeling with the bed though...I thought I already kept it pretty minimalist with just the artwork above and the lamps on either side. Did you mean that the plant and red clock were a little too much? If so, the plant was put there because I wanted to fill that space. And the clock is for functional reasons really....it's the loudest alarm I have and I have trouble waking up in the morning. =)

Thanks for taking the time to comment!

You really did an incredible job. I am absolutely amazed! Your bedroom closet situation is now probably the only negative about the apartment. However, I hope you might consider an earth-friendly solution. Buy a tankless hot water heater. You can buy some that are not much larger than the size of a boot box (somewhat larger than a shoebox). They are wall-mountable, they provide an endless supply of hot water, and they are both environmentally and economically efficient. You'll save your self a ton of space and money! You could even use the money you save on hot water to buy more clothes to fill all the extra space! Plus you won't run out of hot water! They are reasonably priced, and now widely available. Installation is easy too.
I hope you'll look into this option, it seems ideal for you.

Also, I was wondering about the manufacturer and model number of your iPod dock in the bedroom... Where can I get one?

Absolutely stunning! It's so you.

wonderful place! may i ask where is the candelabra in the living room from?

absolutely love the paint job, and all the small touches and large projects. 4 weeks! mindblowing. thank you for sharing!

thebear - Thanks so much for the suggestion, I will DEFINITELY look into that tankless hot water heater. I'm assuming I can find something like that at Home Depot? I'm always thinking of more ways to conserve energy since my electric bill seems to be getting out of hand. And I like where your head is at with using the money saved to buy more clothes to fill the space. =) As for the iPod dock, it is the Memorex iWake:
http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/ipod/review/memorex-iwake-dual-alarm-clock-with-remote-control/

olya - Thanks for your kind comments! The candelebra is from Crate & Barrel:
http://www.crateandbarrel.com/family.aspx?c=1340&f=8964&q=wall&fromLocation=Search&DIMID=400001&SearchPage=1

Michelle
You did an amazing job.
I LOVE your home. Congratulations!!!

THE LAMP HAS BEEN FOUND!

First, big thanks to Michelle (and her Aunt) for her awesome design inspiration. I was surfing this site this afternoon in my pj's (it's all of 1 degree fahrenheit here in Minneapolis), saw the lamp, b-lined to my nearest Homegoods store and lo and behold...the lamp was there! I plopped in my cart and while I was in the checkout line, 2 nice fashionista ladies approached me to ask about the lamp as well--this is one popular item. (Hello ladies!) Michelle, I also referred them to this site to see your home.

So, here is the info on the tag:

Maker: Dale Tiffany, Inc., La Mirada, CA
Name: Dale Home Crystal Lamp
Item #: GT701203

There is no phone number or web address listed.

First things first: So beautiful! Such an impressive job Michele. I've actually introduced two friends to this site my sending them this page!

About the lamps: I ran out to Home Goods, too! I was searching for the table lamp, which I love. Alas, the Secaucus store had neither. Do you recall in which store the table lamp was purchased? (this is bringing out my worst consume tendencies, but I must ask...)

You can also find the lamp online, simply google: Dale Tiffany Crystal Lamp GT701203

Thanks, Cvillian, but that's *not* the lamp I covet. I'm hunting for the table lamp from the living room. Any info on the make or the Home Goods store still appreciated!

hjp922 was looking for the table lamps in the bedroom...

I love everything about your home. Thank you for the inspiration! It's absolutely beautiful yet completely livable. What a transformation!

Hi guys! Wow I am so honored that people are still reading this post 2 weeks after it's been published! Thanks for all the accolades. =)

cvillian - THANKS for finding the make/model of that lamp! Very cool that you were able to locate it...although I must give the proper shout out to my MOM (thanks mom!) who picked up those table lamps (bedroom and living room) for me as gifts. The floor lamp that has sorta a chandelier thing going on underneath the shade is the one from my aunt - and I'm still curious on the make/model of that one too if anyone knows!

kushkush - I think she may have gone to the Home Goods in Parsippany or Union. She's a lot closer to Essex county so if you're willing to take a ride over, it may be worth checking out! Good luck.

You deserve the accolades, really. I think one of the reasons the kudos are still coming is that your home doesn't just look beautiful or well-designed; it looks easy to live in. And you should count yourself lucky that your mom and aunt can choose so wisely.
Thanks for the tip on HG, too.

Wow! This apartment is amazing! The before and after pictures give me hope for any decorating challenge. I love plants too, and the best low-light floor plant I have is my "corn plant" (Dracaena Fragans). It looks tropical, has really thick foliage and won't drop leaves like a ficus. it would fit great in that living room corner. Good luck and thanks for sharing!

i like the romantic touch created by the fireplace. ive seen a fake fireplace in a magazine recently. wish i knew where to buy one for my rental. id use it for candles or books.

I just love your apartment, it looks amazing!!!! btw where did you get the rug and that cabinet looking table in the living room where the table lamp is?

very sweet..i love the details...especially the red clock and the candle holder over the sofa...

no light for plants...i feel your pain..i just go with bamboo plants..

Michelle,

Love everything you've done but will offer a candle-free suggestion for your fireplace: On another post, I had seen someone took "slices" of fire wood, about two inches thick, and they glued them to a form that fit in their fireplace so it looked like the fireplace was simply stuffed with stacked wood. It looked amazing and I think it would look great in your space!

Great job!

babz - Thanks for the tip on the plant, I was thinking of that as my next one as soon as this one kicks the bucket!

acitirol - Thanks! The rug is from Target and the other table you're talking about is actually a file cabinet from IKEA that I originally intended to put in the bedroom next to my desk, but didn't fit. It worked really well as an end table and saved me the trouble of finding an actual end table! I didn't like the handles it came with so I bought a different style of handles, which were also IKEA and standard size so it fits perfect. Warning...it took forever to assemble! Here are the links:
http://www.target.com/Shag-Starch-Woven-Rug-Tan/dp/B0000C8UD6/ref=cm_reviews_dptop_next/601-3027153-6432165?ie=UTF8&sortOption=-SubmissionDate&alt%5Fview=custReviews&start=11

http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/00116963

modtramp - Thanks for the design tip! Maybe I'll try it out when I remodel. =)

Michelle:

Love what you did to your place. I know just how it feels to have painted your own walls/doors/moldings. It's a great feeling.

I just moved into a studio and I hope you don't mind if I steal some of your design ideas, like the two different curtain colors. I like that lamp on the end table in the living room (as others mentioned), but I'm not sure if that's the one people found at Home Goods or not. Maybe you could clarify?

But what I most want to know is where did you buy your desk? I need a small, functional desk so badly and that one looks perfect. Please share. It looks like the length will be short enough for the 37 inch space I have for a desk. I also was wondering where you found the TV stand. I've looked high and low online to find pieces just like these, but to no avail. Your help would be greatly appreciated.

Again, I really love your place and I'm jealous that you were able to buy in Manhattan!

GREAT PLACE!I've been considering the Dale Tiffany lamps for months now.I'm finally convinced-they look great.Only problem-I have a new obsession...the floor lamp in you living room.Have you found out any info on it yet? It looks like it could be kartell or Phillip Stark gohst collection.Please post as soon as you know!!

Any news on the floor lamp? I have googled key words I thought might pull up something...'chandelier floor lamp, crystal floor lamp, chandelier drum shade, crystal chandelier floor lamp, etc...' nothing came up that was even similar. I think someone said it earlier that Candice Olson used a similar lamp in her show. I can't remember the show but it you go to www.divinedesign.tv it has all of the episodes plus a supplier list.

If anyone does know please post it or email me.
Thanks

JMBnewsgirl - Thanks for your kind words, it took a LOT of work and years of savings to be able to afford Manhattan, but it was all well worth it. =) To answer your questions, the table lamp in the living room is also from Home Goods (in fact, all the lamps are), but the "Dale Tiffany Lamp" that someone posted is actually the one in thet bedroom with the black/white shades. As for the desk, I found this at IKEA and it was super cheap (warning: this means cheap quality too, it's all particle board). I actually did not assemble that bottom panel where they put the computer CPU because I wanted to be able to fit a chair under the desk. The TV stand is also from IKEA and is very solid and sturdy (but also made of particle board). One of these days I'll switch to something nicer but these are just fine for now!

SpaHa robbi and SBurns - I'm really really sorry but I have absolutely no info on the chandelier floor lamp. This was a gift to me from my Aunt, and the only thing I know is that it was from Home Goods, but there are no tags or stickers on the lamp indicating the manufacturer/make of it. My only suggestion is to take a ride to Home Goods and scan the lamp section, but I know it's probabaly out of the way for a lot of people. Sorry!!! If anyone DOES find it though, please post it here!

Simply stunning!
While this isn't quite my style, I just have to say that it looks fantastic! I love that you choose to paint over the woodwork. (It looked so Home-Depot-ish, definitely not original.) Now the woodwork looks so sleek and classy, and also because of the painted look, it feels as though it has been there since the beginning. Very nice.

you did a fantastic job with everything. where did you get your kitchen cabinets?

Great place!

I know you've probably listed the entire contents of your condo by now, but I'd really like to know where you got your couch! It's exactly what I've been looking for.

Thanks!

You have an really fantastic home! I'm impressed you can keep your kitchen so organized. I have a kitchen about the same size and the tiny amount of counterspace I have is almost always covered.

Can you tell me where I can purchase the disk rack?

Hi all -

Dish rack is from IKEA, which I posted earlier:
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/categories/series/09945/

Sofa is from West Elm, which I also posted earlier and mentioned that it may no longer be available:
http://www.westelm.com/online/store/ProductDisplay?storeId=17001&langId=-1&catalogId=17002&viewSetCode=E&partNumber=WE-PRODf546&retainNav=true&parent_category_rn=&cmsrc=SCH&parentId=square arm

As for the kitchen cabinets...they were already here when I bought the place, so I have no idea where they're from! But thanks for the compliments!

Cheers everyone!
-Michelle

If anyone has information on that chandelier floor lamp, please post as soon as possible. Thanks.

The kitchen looks great and affordable. Was it redone? I am in NY too. Around how much did the kitchen cost you.

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