Friday, April 25, 2014

The outside is just about done...hallelujah!!

We started this little project in October and let's just say it has taken a little longer than expected to wrap this baby up!! I know this should not come as a surprise but from budgetary over expenditures, sub contractor issues, etc., I could probably write a book on it.  But, overall the process has been fun.  The only real low was when our painter walked out on us and left us with many things to "fix".  Remember, the cheapest bid is not always the one to go with.  We will spend lots of money repairing his mistakes. However, in  the mindset of staying positive, I will focus on the good stuff.  And, our old painter (that was quite a bit more expensive so we did not use him for this project) has come to our rescue and is making magic happen!! Lesson learned.  If you need a good painter in San Diego County..let me know..I will be happy to share his name.

I will get onto the good stuff...some before pictures of this little fixer upper (Isn't she lovely:))

 
 
 
 
This is a pretty good angle...good thing my husband is a darn good photographer with his iphone
 
 
We painted her "creamy" by Sherwin Williams.  Originally, I wanted to do barn wood shutters but we decided to paint the existing ones. The shutters are painted a slate gray that is a color match to 4 new doors that we ordered from Kolbe doors. 
 
Some in-progress photos....
 
 
 
 
 
 
A little landscaping definitely helps...we went with something a little softer than those hedges.  Lots of succulents, palms, bougainvillea.  I can't wait until the bougainvillea and the vines are going crazy on the house!
 
 
This is the detached garage below.  This walkway leads to our kitchen.  I will show pictures of this little area soon.  Such a great spot to have tea in the morning.  It is still in its non-glory day though..so soon!
 
 
The area I am talking about it right next to this door below.
 
 
And here is our fixer now....so happy to call her home
 

 
 
Lighting is by Barn Light Electric and Restoration Hardware 
 

 

 
 
If you have any questions...please ask!
 
Have a wonderful day!!
xo, Paige
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3 comments:

  1. UnknownJune 17, 2014 at 7:22 AM

    Your house looks great! It's good to see that you had fun while doing this project of yours. It's also great that your painter didn't dampen your spirits. You're right, the cheapest bid isn't always the best bid. At least with that, you now know the people that you can trust when it comes to this type of things. Anyway, it seems like you still have some work to be done inside, so good luck with that!

    Arthur Bryant @ Contractor Express

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  2. UnknownJune 3, 2017 at 1:19 PM

    I love your taste! I am trying to decide on exterior paint colors for our 1950s ranch style home and love the black/white combo however I am gunshy about making a decision since our roof is dark brown. I can't tell what color roof you have. Did that influence your decision on your exterior paint colors? Thanks, Kelli Orlandini :)

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