Appliance Compliance

As an incentive when I purchased the house, three kitchen appliances were included. I learned the appliances were Frigidaire models and of course, were the cheapest ones available from The Brick. I also discovered that I can upgrade the appliances and pay the difference. Shopping for appliances is not the easiest thing to do (as is everything thus far!). As a very "detail oriented" person, I am doing research left, right and centre and I have made a couple of decisions.

First, my kitchen appliances will be BLACK. Although stainless steel did come in a close second.

After consulting a number of consumer websites and reports, I have decided on a Bosch Evolution 300 dishwasher.




I have also made a decision about a laundry pair. Although really quite nice, front loader washer and dryers are just too expensive and too large for me as a single gal. So I have decided on the Whirpool pair below. And yes, I have decided to go RED.




Where are the refrigerator and stove, you may ask? Well, those are still being researched. Although I am leaning towards LG appliances. They are sleek and stylish and a little more pricey than others so if anyone has ANY suggestions, I am wide open!

Sitting pretty

Last night I had a new idea for my yet-to-be-built kitchen nook. Instead of the usual eat-in kitchen fare, I plan to turn my nook (9'7" x 7'7") into a seating area with a couple of comfy rattan chairs and a small side table. As I will already have a dining room which will be furnished with a normal table and chairs suitable for eating and entertaining, I thought this area, once furnished with comfy furniture, would be ideal for those early mornings reading the paper while overlooking my new front yard.

Fixated on fixtures

As I have been busy prepping for my first design appointment on June 9, I thought I would take a break from poring over the catalogues and go to Home Depot last night to browse light fixtures and appliances. The house comes with standard fixtures but I thought it would be fun to see what is out there as a replacement.

I thought this one was really nice but not sure where I would use it. Maybe the foyer or in the upstairs hallway.

Here's a couple of potentials that would be nice in a dining room.

A gentleman in the lighting aisle last night complimented me on bringing my camera to the store. Lately I don't leave home without it!

Armed and Dangerous

Great day! Today I received my design centre catalogues. Many many choices and many decisions to be made. I plan to work hard and stay within my budget! My appointment is scheduled for sometime in June so it gives me a good few weeks to decide!

I will also be soliciting advice from those more experienced home owners so don't be afraid to post a comment or two!

Fantastic floor plan

As with any new purchase, you need a plan. And here's mine. Say hello to the Honeygate End Elevation A.

http://www.mattamyhomes.com/uploadedFiles/Ottawa/Communities_in_Ottawa/Mattamys_Half_Moon_Bay_in_Barrhaven/Home_For_Sale/hmb_honeygatee_otvh03e.pdf

I've been spending the majority of my weekends at the Mattamy Homes Design Centre trying to pick out cabinets, countertops, tiles, etc. Who knew it would be so complicated?

Hello Honeygate End

On April 19, I purchased my first home. As of today, there is nothing there - nada - not even a hole in the ground. But somewhere around Feb 25, 2010, it will be all mine. Hang on and enjoy the ride....

NOTE: the posted profile photo is the Mulberry End and not Honeygate End. Once building has commenced, I will update the photo accordingly.