We got the floor in! (No trim yet, obviously!) I’m not sure when that was going to happen if it weren’t for the ORC! We actually bought the flooring way over a year ago. Chris had been keeping his eye on Craigslist…since it is such a small space we were hoping someone might have some extra left over from a project. And the patience paid off–we scored this flooring for a great price! We love the hand-scraped look and how the color looks with the walls (BM Sonoma Skies).
I can’t say I had much to do with the installation, my dad and Chris totally rocked this one! (Thanks guys!)
We still have to paint and install the trim of course, but I’m really digging everything so far!
The other project for the week was switching out the knobs on the changing table in the nursery below the loft. When we saw these rope pulls at West Elm last year, we snagged them up right away.
A simple detail, but I’m excited to have them in. They give the changing table (from PB Kids) a whole new look!
I love how they look with the baskets (from The Container Store) and the nautical vibe they give off.
We did have a ORC setback this week. (Already?!) We were hoping we could install a window in the loft, as the space is super dark and gets absolutely zero natural light. It’s basically a 3rd floor and sits up in the trees, so we think a window would give the space a cool tree house feel. We had the window installer come out to measure and he had some concerns…something about the layout of the studs and that the wall isn’t load bearing. He’s coming back with a remodeler to see what our options are. So I might have to start reworking my plan….not sure what I’d do with that wall without a window!
To see where we started and my vision for the space, go back to Week 1! And definitely go visit the other bloggers participating in this ORC…my little loft pales in comparison to their inspiring endeavors!
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Maybe you could do a skylight if the window idea doesn’t work out.
The window would be awesome for the tree house effect, but I know you will be able to make either option work. Floors look great and those pulls are so gorgeous! Good luck this week!
Crossing fingers for you on the window but I'm sure even if it isn't doable, you'll make something awesome happen on that wall. Love the pulls and how amazing that your hubby found that floor on CL! It's gorgeous!
What a difference wood floors make in the space and the rope pulls are amazing. Could use a few of those myself!!
The floors are gorgeous. Totally worth the wait. I hope the window works out! That will be such a dramatic change. Best wishes!
Abby M.
that floor is so beautiful! What a great find. patience does pay off. Awesome work. And those knobs are so fun and perfect for the table.
I agree with Robin, a sky light would be perfect. It's looking great so far. 🙂
Really?! Can I have your husband?! I'm very impressed. Love those pulls too! I can't wait to see it all!!! Xoxo, K
First, BM Sonoma is BEAUTIFUL! Then, how brilliant are you all to found your flooring through Craigslist?! They look gorgeous. You husband and father did a fantastic job installing! I adore the bins with those pulls — this is going to be amazing : )
You could do a SolarTube skylight – pretty inexpensive, lots of light and it is something your hubby could DIY once you have the materials.
I do love the way those floors look. sick! this is going to be so good.
xoxo
SCORE on the floor!!! Looks fantastic! Mirrors, murals, picture light (library light)…hope the window man comes through for you!! franki
It's looking beautiful and you should be proud!! Love the floor, love the pulls! May you get your window, easily.
Erin, I love your flooring choice!
Erin, this looks so great. I am in love with the coastal vibe. I remember seeing those pulls, and still want them. I hope the window works out.
The floors look great and how awesome you got such a deal:) Here's hoping that you can get the window placed where you want!!
drooling over this floor! Love those drawer pulls from west elm.
love this transformation!
and all I did this week was pick out bunk beds! my linking participant appears manana.
Great work, girl!
Love seeing a transformation in progress! We were in a situation where we couldn't get a window in so just put a "skylight" in (doesn't open, just looks like a big round light but with natural light coming through it).
Love the rope pulls! I've been wanting to use them somewhere. They add a nice touch to the piece.
that is quite a craigs score! i never would have thought to look for flooring. genius! love the stain with your wall color. fingers are crossed for your window to work out!