A teenage girl's room thats a departure from the ordinary. This space was meticulously crafted to capture her love for music, museums, literature, and moments of quiet contemplation. Our design journey took us on a quest to create a space that not only exudes a moody atmosphere but also serves as a haven for relaxation, study, and cherished gatherings with friends.

A teenage girl's room thats a departure from the ordinary. This space was meticulously crafted to capture her love for music, museums, literature, and moments of quiet contemplation. Our design journey took us on a quest to create a space that not only exudes a moody atmosphere but also serves as a haven for relaxation, study, and cherished gatherings with friends.

A teenage girl's room thats a departure from the ordinary. This space was meticulously crafted to capture her love for music, museums, literature, and moments of quiet contemplation. Our design journey took us on a quest to create a space that not only exudes a moody atmosphere but also serves as a haven for relaxation, study, and cherished gatherings with friends.

A teenage girl's room thats a departure from the ordinary. This space was meticulously crafted to capture her love for music, museums, literature, and moments of quiet contemplation. Our design journey took us on a quest to create a space that not only exudes a moody atmosphere but also serves as a haven for relaxation, study, and cherished gatherings with friends.

A teenage girl's room thats a departure from the ordinary. This space was meticulously crafted to capture her love for music, museums, literature, and moments of quiet contemplation. Our design journey took us on a quest to create a space that not only exudes a moody atmosphere but also serves as a haven for relaxation, study, and cherished gatherings with friends.

A teenage girl's room thats a departure from the ordinary. This space was meticulously crafted to capture her love for music, museums, literature, and moments of quiet contemplation. Our design journey took us on a quest to create a space that not only exudes a moody atmosphere but also serves as a haven for relaxation, study, and cherished gatherings with friends.

A teenage girl's room thats a departure from the ordinary. This space was meticulously crafted to capture her love for music, museums, literature, and moments of quiet contemplation. Our design journey took us on a quest to create a space that not only exudes a moody atmosphere but also serves as a haven for relaxation, study, and cherished gatherings with friends.

Perhaps the most impressive aspect of this IKEA wetbar is that they cut the butcher block countertops themselves. She explains: “We started the journey thinking we will get a countertop from IKEA. However, we found out that IKEA doesn’t have a real butcher block and we had to have a specific type of sink for the real butcher block to work.” Therefore, the couple had to adjust some of their layout plans, including having to reconsider the sink and still find butcher block for their countertops, which they eventually purchased from Home Depot. To fully understand how to cut the countertops, Nastia’s husband watched YouTube videos and purchased some new tools to do the cutting as well. “Since we bought an unfinished one, my husband also had to learn how to sand and oil our new butcher block. We used mineral oil on it, per instructions. Oiling it first every day, then once a week, then once a month. It was intimidating at first, to cut the hole for the sink. But, once we started and moved slowly it became less stressful,” she points out. According to Nastia, the key to a successful IKEA project is simple: Don’t give up. “The small hiccups we ran into were a bit too much, but it was on top of dealing with a flood. I really insisted on the blue cabinet doors and it was totally worth it, it made a huge difference,” she says. She concludes: “Overall, I love the custom doors recommended by the designer (I would never have heard about Semihandmade otherwise). And I love the combination of Deep Blue with golden pulls. It creates a certain elegance in the entire space.”

On March 1, 2017, Stephen Johnson and I bought this beautiful home that needed so much love and attention, like A LOT A LOT of love and attention. We have shed our fair share of blood, sweat, tears, and a few not-so-nice words during this journey. I’m only speaking for myself when I say it was all worth it. Before - February 2, 2017 (*Disclaimer- we did not own nor occupy the home at the time the pictures were taken)

Traditional home library is sumptuous in rich wood tones making finding a good book a journey worth taking.
Example of a classic freestanding desk medium tone wood floor study room design in Other with brown walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

On March 1, 2017, Stephen Johnson and I bought this beautiful home that needed so much love and attention, like A LOT A LOT of love and attention. We have shed our fair share of blood, sweat, tears, and a few not-so-nice words during this journey. I’m only speaking for myself when I say it was all worth it. Before - February 2, 2017 (*Disclaimer- we did not own nor occupy the home at the time the pictures were taken)

Traditional home library is sumptuous in rich wood tones making finding a good book a journey worth taking.
Example of a classic freestanding desk medium tone wood floor study room design in Other with brown walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

A teenage girl's room thats a departure from the ordinary. This space was meticulously crafted to capture her love for music, museums, literature, and moments of quiet contemplation. Our design journey took us on a quest to create a space that not only exudes a moody atmosphere but also serves as a haven for relaxation, study, and cherished gatherings with friends.

Mid-sized elegant l-shaped ceramic tile and beige floor open concept kitchen photo in Orange County with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, brown backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

A teenage girl's room thats a departure from the ordinary. This space was meticulously crafted to capture her love for music, museums, literature, and moments of quiet contemplation. Our design journey took us on a quest to create a space that not only exudes a moody atmosphere but also serves as a haven for relaxation, study, and cherished gatherings with friends.

Example of a mid-sized classic l-shaped ceramic tile and beige floor open concept kitchen design in Orange County with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, brown backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Hardware.. a huge detail worth putting time into the selection range for your perfect solution.
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and beige countertops

Beautiful Bathroom Transformation: From Outdated to Ultra-Modern. Transforming this outdated bathroom into a modern oasis was a journey worth every moment. Swipe to see the incredible before and after! From dated tiles and fixtures to sleek glass panels, modern tiling, and a serene color palette, this remodel by @LemonRemodeling has turned a simple bathroom into a luxurious retreat. Perfect for unwinding and refreshing, this space now boasts elegance and functionality. Let this stunning makeover inspire your next home renovation adventure!

A teenage girl's room thats a departure from the ordinary. This space was meticulously crafted to capture her love for music, museums, literature, and moments of quiet contemplation. Our design journey took us on a quest to create a space that not only exudes a moody atmosphere but also serves as a haven for relaxation, study, and cherished gatherings with friends.