We're likely not going to get the 5-star green rating that "This Old House" is currently going for, but we're learning! It's amazing how creativity kicks in and ideas start popping into your head!

We integrated a hand hewn beam and an old porch ceiling into our kitchen remodel. They weren't in the original plans (uh, I guess there were no original plans...) but I have to admit, these recycled affects are my favorite parts of the project so far. Best of all, they didn't cost us anything!

Check them out!

Here is a link that might be useful: beam and ceiling