kelly_mcdermott62's ideas

Reply to: I like it. What you're missing is the surrounding accessories. you need some tweaking. I might have tiled all around the window and then done a textured woven wood blind. I also would do a pendant light. the small flush mount light is blah. I gave you a pendnat and a woven shade. Those miniblinds are horrible w/your new decor! at the very least bring in something w/some design and pattern. right now what you have is all very monotone-ish and solid. style the open shelves (google how to do it if need be) try a printed rug bring in something like this for the countertop, (like in the corner where that black bag is, or on the end of the peninsula) or try styling the shelves. bring in some greenery in blue or white pots. Lastly, have you thought about doing a diff wall color?

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Reply to: It's not too late to change it. Many of of us here had two or even three tries to get backsplash right. I agree that white would have been the way to go However, I would live with this for while. Not the end of world. I think we are seeing a disconnect because of the warmth of wood cabinetry the cool color of the gray. The veins are so subtle that from a distance, your eyes don't see them and it looks like the gray has nothing to relate to. The backsplash is the hardest the element get right. Take a deep breath. Leave it for now. It can always be changed down the road. What I would do now: A roman shade with a printed pattern A large fruit bowl for the counter or a vase with flowers. Start another thread for ideas on pulling things together as is. you have a lovely kitchen! ETA you did a great job choosing the floor color and how it coordinates with the cabinets.

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