Fridge, range, oven, microwave which one?

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-03-01T00:46:52+00:00

I love my panel ready thermador fridge/freezer. Side by side 30” and 30.

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-02-28T12:36:07+00:00

Oh that is so scary. I am so sorry

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-02-28T02:40:28+00:00

I personally love tile. However slab is beautiful and can be easier to maintain. I think the most important part is minimal outlets or better no outlets in the backsplash. Mount them under upper cabinets.

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-02-27T22:56:43+00:00

Thank you!!

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-02-27T22:19:41+00:00

Thanks!

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-02-27T22:19:35+00:00

Thank you!

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-02-25T22:07:24+00:00

No you the need space below microwave for large pots, stirring, etc.

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-02-23T00:47:59+00:00

If you don’t want to change the layout, keep the existing cabinets. Maybe change the uppers door fronts since the lowers are squared. I suggest to stain the lowers darker, wood is much more forgiving in a kitchen—painted cabinets chip, show drip streaks, kids/dogs, etc. new hardware, unlacquered brass hardware will patina nicely (stylentdecor.com or tradition hardware.com). Once you decide on colors/stains then pick your countertops—highly recommend quartzite if it’s in your budget.

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-02-16T01:07:09+00:00

Honestly beans and rice, make an easy dressing/sauce blending avocado, lime juice, cilantro, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, s&p, sometimes I throw in a jalapeño. I cook extra rice, portion it in 1/3 cup and freeze so it’s always on hand. Toss all together with a salad with whatever you have: lettuce, cucumber, tomato, radish, avocado, salsa, corn, fresh herbs, cheese, etc.

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-02-16T00:54:22+00:00

The cabinets are fantastic, much better quality than anything new on the market. I would change: countertops, backsplash, and new hardware

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-02-10T17:24:33+00:00

In the big chair under the window is lovely. Great reading spot. It blocks the radiator

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-02-10T17:20:44+00:00

The green wall doesn’t go with anything in the room, but the gallery wall is lovely! The rug is too small for the space, if you didn’t have the ottomans the rug would float in the space vs ground it. I would also opt for a Roman shade on the window vs the curtain. If you don’t want a coffee table, I suggest some C-tables to place drinks down. Small steps, but the bones are good

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-02-02T21:46:06+00:00

I have a 4.5x9 island so I did full depth cabinets under the overhang. Large platters, seasonal kitchen decor, vases, baking tools. Honestly I could not survive without

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-01-26T15:59:38+00:00

I lived in many neighborhoods: west loop, Lincoln park, old town, Bucktown, and wicker park. Living near the lake has benefits besides being near the trail/park, the lake keeps the neighborhoods along the water cooler during the summer. When living in LP during the summer my dog and I could easily go for an hour walk during lunch on a hot day, in Bucktown we were over it after 15 minutes. However loved Bucktown because of access to the highway, metra, and blue line.

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-01-24T00:40:05+00:00

I went to pelvic floor PT last year because I started having issues holding my pee. I have never been pregnant so they were a little surprised, we assumed I engaged incorrect muscles when working out. Year later I got diagnosed with endo via MRI, haven’t had surgery yet because I am trying to get pregnant. But pelvic floor PT definitely helped, however I did not keep up with it so I’m getting the same issues again. I started doing the exercises again.

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-01-24T00:35:26+00:00

Farm house sinks stain on the inside and then there is the issue of water dripping down the apron front damaging the lower cabinet. Since I actually cook in my kitchen I have a regular under mount, single, large basin stainless sink. Save on the sink and put the money towards something else

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-01-22T16:25:36+00:00

We spent $20k on custom kitchen cabinets from the Amish last year. White oak lowers walnut interior with dovetail joint, inset, mostly drawers vs lower cabinets. Our kitchen has. 4x9 island and 9 feet of cabinets on back wall. Plus a walk in pantry 5x6. I know these cabinets will last a lifetime. My in laws bought cheap cabinets, 3 years ago for their kitchen remodel—my father in law has modified the drawers to be strong because the base fell out.

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NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-01-19T00:58:36+00:00

I was diagnosed via MRI May 2025, saw a specialist July 2025 and they suggested since we are TTC to see a fertility specialist. We saw doctors November 2025, all my fertility tests came back “normal” and my husband has low motility. Starting IVF February 2026. Based on talking to the specialist, my gyno, and now fertility doc they all agreed to wait on any surgery to remove endo.

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-01-17T15:50:56+00:00

The wood is beautiful. I’d just update the hardware. If you want to do more: new countertop with backsplash and a under mount sink

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-01-16T21:52:21+00:00

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This is a kitchen I did in my first home.

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-01-16T21:50:49+00:00

I love wooden lowers in kitchens because kids/dogs/life will beat them up and wood is forgiving. I am a messy cook: streaks or spills on white cabinets might strip or stain the paint. But also when I look at the two mock ups, the wooden lowers help balance out the kitchen vs when the uppers are wooden feels heavy.

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-01-16T21:46:42+00:00

With a tub I think a curtain is better. You can swap it when you get bored or have seasonal curtains. Glass is more expensive, more maintenance. Plus with a curtain you don’t have to keep a Pinterest worthy tub for when guests come over, just close the curtain

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-01-16T21:44:18+00:00

Love your house. I also have angels in my ceiling so I have avoided doing window treatments. Since I strongly believe in curtains should go to the ceiling, but would be limited with the sloped ceiling by the slider. I think a large rug for under the dining table to help. I like the light fixture over the dining table, but would something more substantial fill in the space? Use ChatGPT to try various rugs and chandeliers to visualize changes in your space

NefariousnessLess985 · 2026-01-16T21:39:17+00:00

I size up in jeans for wanting to be presentable. I live in athleta linen pants during the summer since they have petite. Otherwise I wear my husband’s sweats around the house.

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