tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post7740697407536242018..comments2023-10-23T10:44:50.221-05:00Comments on The Lettered Cottage: Ford Family Kitchen RedesignLettered Cottagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18112667634239212827noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-6047243158672941922008-11-01T18:31:00.000-05:002008-11-01T18:31:00.000-05:00I like all of your layouts, but I think I like #4 ...I like all of your layouts, but I think I like #4 the best.<BR/>I prefer chairs to benches. They are so much easier to get in and out of. <BR/>I love those lights from Lowes (so affordable) and the green stain is going to look great.<BR/><BR/>BrookeVelvet and Linenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07254920453147895763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-72093873177273727622008-10-29T12:04:00.000-05:002008-10-29T12:04:00.000-05:00Great colors. i would put an island in the middle...Great colors. i would put an island in the middle with a cooktop. Freeing up the spot where the stove is now she might be able to put the frig there.<BR/><BR/>just a thoughtAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-28653098791620604532008-10-28T00:22:00.000-05:002008-10-28T00:22:00.000-05:00My first choice was #4 but after reading that so m...My first choice was #4 but after reading that so many also liked #1 I went back for a second look. I am sticking with #4. The design of #4 balances out that small kitchen very nicely and makes the best use of that space. Having the counter and cabinets lined up on one side of the room (#1) makes it feel slighty off balance to me (all the weight on one side) and it's not nearly as interesting to look at. I love the table in #1 but I would place it right outside the kitchen for those lengthy chats where you settle in for a while or when you want to linger over a nice meal. The counter and comfortable-looking stools in #4 invite me to sit and chat with the cook or help with meal prep. It's also the perfect spot to drink your morning beverage of choice while watching a morning TV program or for sitting and gazing out the window. I like the idea of keeping the tall, skinny cupboard *as is* to retain original "character" in the house and add visual interest in the kitchen. Job well done Layla--#4 gets my vote!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-4841926880581809242008-10-27T17:44:00.000-05:002008-10-27T17:44:00.000-05:00Layla,I would go with #4 because it looks like it ...Layla,<BR/>I would go with #4 because it looks like it will give her more work space. Love the blue walls.<BR/><BR/>DebbieAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08171600053514958080noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-90572236880313642732008-10-27T13:08:00.000-05:002008-10-27T13:08:00.000-05:00What great options! I love the colors as well. My ...What great options! I love the colors as well. My pick would be #1 as well. While I like #4 it might take up too much floor space and make the room seem even smaller. I love Alice's idea of being able to pull the table into the center and using it as a work table.Samhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11628974786636086796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-41061365442449013702008-10-27T10:49:00.000-05:002008-10-27T10:49:00.000-05:00Wow--you really offer a complete service! I'm imp...Wow--you really offer a complete service! I'm impressed!angela | the painted househttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04097189273749523896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-22223867102655972262008-10-27T09:45:00.000-05:002008-10-27T09:45:00.000-05:00Hmm.... I think I like #2 best. You seat more peo...Hmm.... I think I like #2 best. You seat more people, plus get storage.<BR/><BR/>The green shade is awesome.<BR/><BR/>I hope those hgtv peeps are keeping their eyes peeled over here!!Nikki via The Scarlett Rose Gardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05415078542670456151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-613674221403972072008-10-27T09:41:00.000-05:002008-10-27T09:41:00.000-05:00I love the color scheme in all of the layouts. I t...I love the color scheme in all of the layouts. I think I would have to go with #1 or #4. I like the table and tends to lend to a more open look in the kitchen. I like the additional counter/storage space in #4 and the seating area also. 2 different options...Let us know which one they choose!Meredithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14268137812101132628noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-3557232183802076052008-10-26T19:49:00.000-05:002008-10-26T19:49:00.000-05:00I say #1. Your ideas are so inspiring. The color s...I say #1. Your ideas are so inspiring. The color scheme looks so soothing. It would be an awesome transformation. I don't think anyone would want to LEAVE the kitchen after that makeover.Meghanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05219406312337769973noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-74060551248987490252008-10-26T19:39:00.000-05:002008-10-26T19:39:00.000-05:00I like number one....reminds me of the kitchen whe...I like number one....reminds me of the kitchen when I was a little girl. We all loved sitting on the "booth". So fun. I will be checking my mailbox....even though just reading your blog feels like a prize each day. thanks in advance for your kindness. XXX AnneliesAnnelieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13026977405401620257noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-39756977963970985812008-10-26T16:08:00.000-05:002008-10-26T16:08:00.000-05:00Layla,Wow, you have got talent, girl!I think #1 lo...Layla,<BR/>Wow, you have got talent, girl!<BR/>I think #1 looks best.<BR/>But I LOVE my island at home. It is very valuable to have a higher counter for pie crust rolling etc.<BR/>P.S<BR/>LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the removal of the iron closet for the tv!!!!Johannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00416894565779056101noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-86079238257128595472008-10-26T15:54:00.000-05:002008-10-26T15:54:00.000-05:00I like number 1 best. Its the most versitale. Beau...I like number 1 best. Its the most versitale. Beautiful job Layla!<BR/>I think if you needed more storage number 4 would be my second choice.Kathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05997556442808073462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-71359153487397950332008-10-26T13:50:00.000-05:002008-10-26T13:50:00.000-05:00I, too, loved number 1 best BUT I like the way the...I, too, loved number 1 best BUT I like the way the cabinets come around the wall in layout number 4. Can't wait to see what they choose!!Nancy Hoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08960887401770810071noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-77560959099003176252008-10-26T11:48:00.000-05:002008-10-26T11:48:00.000-05:00Love all of them - #1 is my favorite . . . great i...Love all of them - #1 is my favorite . . . great ideas!~ Lisa @ AbidingThere~https://www.blogger.com/profile/07514265213573291402noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-76196414915764323422008-10-26T11:29:00.000-05:002008-10-26T11:29:00.000-05:00I really like #1! Especially if she wants to crea...I really like #1! Especially if she wants to create a place for others to want to hang out in. The bench seating with table does this very well, while keeping the open feel of the space. If I were her friend/family member I would feel comfy sitting there with a cup of coffee and chatting! Chairs could be placed on other side of table, too. I really like the closet made into storage/display/tv space. And the wall decorations really make good use of vertical space, while the mirror visually expands the kitchen. Great job!! Can't wait to see what she chooses!Stacey @ The Blessed Nesthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13033930461129202765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-85257037066896486162008-10-26T11:19:00.000-05:002008-10-26T11:19:00.000-05:00Lay-out #1 for sure! I love it and the colors you...Lay-out #1 for sure! I love it and the colors you chose were great!Jules from "The Roost"https://www.blogger.com/profile/12753550240390593911noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-59316874146665310482008-10-26T09:39:00.000-05:002008-10-26T09:39:00.000-05:00#1#1Chris Kauffmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01484823325531182507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-4456258023925400782008-10-26T09:26:00.000-05:002008-10-26T09:26:00.000-05:00Great job! I like #1 best. I just like the table m...Great job! I like #1 best. I just like the table much better than a counter & looking into the kitchen makes it inviting.<BR/><BR/>Take care, DebraKDebra from Bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07539362962804034595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-59954479143772513252008-10-26T06:45:00.000-05:002008-10-26T06:45:00.000-05:00I'd choose 1 or 4. Love the extra counter space i...I'd choose 1 or 4. Love the extra counter space in 4, but love the seating in 1. Any way you cut it, it will look wonderful. GREAT light from Lowe's and love the color choice oto.Suzannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09305115475768268004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-21057578628114074162008-10-25T20:49:00.000-05:002008-10-25T20:49:00.000-05:00There you go--making me choose again! To be hones...There you go--making me choose again! To be honest, I easily chose #1. It was the best option to have people join her in the kitchen without them being in the way. Plus, they weren't turned around toward the wall. Also, the table (LOVE IT) gives her some counter space, but she can move it or push it in if needed. If she got one with two levels, she could use the bottom for storage. You did such a beautiful job! I hope she uses your talent!Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04104902370063783977noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-70620303232759775902008-10-25T20:45:00.000-05:002008-10-25T20:45:00.000-05:00I think #4 would give the sense of 'come on in an...I think #4 would give the sense of 'come on in and sit, eat, and hangout.' Seems like one would be more likley to sit on a stool than slide into a seat. More counter space in #4 too! Layla, you are so creative and thoughtful with your options. Well done!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-27701894120208502872008-10-25T20:21:00.000-05:002008-10-25T20:21:00.000-05:00I love layout #1! I love the openess and the table...I love layout #1! I love the openess and the table with the bench style seating! You are awesome! Keep them coming! JulieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-27939310872699463202008-10-25T18:51:00.000-05:002008-10-25T18:51:00.000-05:00I love either 1 or 4. Love the mirror above the si...I love either 1 or 4. Love the mirror above the sitting area. Great job!!Barbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14432374931634637986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-2814525928546714792008-10-25T18:50:00.000-05:002008-10-25T18:50:00.000-05:00I like 1 and 4 best also and for the life of me ca...I like 1 and 4 best also and for the life of me can't choose between the two. Love your work, Layla. Its always fresh, airy yet warm also. Very nice!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7615489442416541414.post-62503355532598897642008-10-25T18:12:00.000-05:002008-10-25T18:12:00.000-05:00I like #2 and #4.I like #2 and #4.Leacayoungarthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06171711736488113377noreply@blogger.com