Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Sunroom Addition: Final Reveal

I have been SO behind on updating our sunroom progress!  For those you new to our blog, we started back in November with the idea of converting our covered back porch into a sunroom... And that idea grew into almost a complete room addition (you can read about our entire process)

I couldn't be happier with how it turned out!  And can't sing my husband's praises enough!  He built the entire room... planning, framing, wiring, putting up drywall, tiling the floors.  I still am amazed by how well he could do all of it!  We, of course, enlisted lots of great help from both our Dads, Jeff's brother, and lots of friends (especially from Amy's husband!)  Thank you to everyone who spent time helping us finish the room! 

So after a 5-month long process, we are finally done!  Well, done with construction... For those of you who know me, decorating is a definite iterative process (sorry, Jeff!)  Here is how it looks now...

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One of my favorite elements in the room, the bead board ceiling....

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I wish I could capture on camera how much light this room lets into the kitchen and living room too, making the whole house feel much more open and inviting.  Definitely the perfect spot for entertaining, relaxing, or working at the desk.  Thanks to Jeff, this room is quickly becoming my favorite spot in the house!

What do you think?  What big projects have you tackled yourself?

13 comments:

  1. Looks great guys!

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  2. catherine - it looks amazing! i can't believe you guys did this on your own. i am so impressed. i love sunrooms. i'm glad to hear that you're enjoying your new space!

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  3. I know I've seen it several times now, but even in pictures I still can't get over how pretty it is!!

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  4. Well done. It looks great. Having no skills whatsoever, I am always deeply impressed by the work of others.

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  5. It looks amazing. Can you send your hubby over to my house?

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  6. Absolutely gorgeous! You guys did a fabulous job. Love it!

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  7. Wow Catherine! The progress on your sunroom is absolutely amazing. Do you consult?

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  8. Thanks everyone for the sweet comments! Kenyon - I've only helped out family members before, but would love to consult for others some day!

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  9. What an awesome addition to the house. Very well done. For some reason, I feel like there should be ladies in sundresses, guys wearing khakis and button up shirts, and Blue Cups in everyone's hands.

    You have a world of talent for this.

    Jeff

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  10. It looks AMAZING!!!!!! Big props to Jeff!! WOW! I can't wait to see it in person!

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  11. THIS IS ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!!! Your husband is amazing!!! He has a calling.

    And I love your decorating style. I am so calling you when we move and get some tips on what to do. Personal designer?!?! :)

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  12. Gotta say that you did a fine job with that sunroom additions!! Looks great!! :)

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  13. Amazing sunroom! Awesome job with the sunroom additions. Great interior designing.

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