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When I was working on the garage apartment kitchenette, I knew I wanted to add a floating shelf on this wall for both storage and styling. I also knew the entire wall was going to be covered in tile, so I had to decide the best order to install everything. You can install a floating … Read more
When we started designing the garage apartment kitchenette, I knew I wanted the space to feel custom, cozy, and a little bit elevated, even though it’s a small kitchen. One of the biggest design decisions was choosing the cabinet color, and I kept coming back to navy blue cabinets. Once we decided to do the … Read more
Learn how to create a DIY brick chimney accent wall using Old Mill thin brick. This easy installation adds warmth and character to a kitchenette or kitchen design. If you’ve been following our garage apartment renovation, you know we’ve been slowly transforming the space into a cozy, functional kitchenette. One of the most distinctive features … Read more
One of my favorite parts of designing our garage kitchenette was choosing the wallpaper. I knew I wanted something that would add personality and pattern without overpowering the space and when I found the Cubic Blossoms wallpaper from Love vs Design, I knew it was the one. The pattern brings just the right amount of … Read more
When we replaced our main front entry door and added a new double-door entry to our garage apartment, I knew one thing for sure: The hardware had to match the quality of the doors. There is nothing worse than installing a beautiful, high-end door… and then adding hardware that feels lightweight or temporary. I wanted … Read more
The very first time I saw this fridge, I knew it was the one. When we were designing the garage apartment kitchenette, I wanted something that felt intentional, not just functional. I didn’t want it to look like a basic secondary kitchen. I wanted personality and charm. I wanted something that felt elevated and custom. … Read more
