The house profile is a small Scandi design - only 800 sq ft on the main level - with high cathedral ceilings in the common space. The homeowner had chosen very rustic farmhouse decor and features throughout.

Butcher block countertops and dark navy and white mosaic tile made the space feel dark and heavy. The lighting throughout the house was more modern and didn’t fit the farmhouse look they were going for. It all felt a little disjointed.

I was in love with the natural large plank floors. The type that only gets better with age.

My heart felt the house wanted to be Scandinavian in style.

I pulled estimates to have only the backsplash, countertops, sink & faucet and lighting changed.

This renovation happened during the pandemic when supplies for tiles were on the 4-12 week wait list. So, I opted for something high-end and available at my local big box store. I kept it white, neutral and timeless - which opened up the space.

Paint came first. I removed the backsplash myself and sold the butcher block counters, sink and faucet on Marketplace to help recoup costs and upcycle.

I changed the countertops to white quartz (Iconic White) everywhere except the island which had a light grey veining. (Eternal Straturio).

Lighting was all swapped out for Hinkley brass domes, glass pendants and wall mounts.

The sink was replaced with a Blanco white basin, paired with a Moen brass touch faucet.