Week 1: Demo Progress, Design Plans, and Our Wedding Photos Came In!!
Renovation officially kicked off this week! The crew started last Monday, and while we’re not fully through demo just yet, things are already looking completely different. Andrew and I tackled a little bit ourselves (our full on HGTV moment), and then the pros came in and completely gutted the kitchen and master bathroom. It’s wild how fast it all starts to move once you're in it.
Also—if you’re looking for a solid set of gently used appliances, we’re listing everything the sellers left us on Facebook Marketplace. Stove top, double oven, dishwasher... all ready for a new home.
We’re also hoping we can pitch the roof further into the kitchen from the living room, so stay tuned. Nothing like casually changing the structural integrity of your house one week in!
What We're Dreaming Up
Here’s what we’re working toward:
A fully open-concept main living area
Raised ceilings throughout the house
All new flooring (goodbye, mystery carpet)
A bigger master bedroom with a layout that actually makes sense
A completely reimagined master bathroom
A classic kitchen island with storage on all sides
Calacatta Viola marble countertops that wrap up the backsplash
A soft, textural Venetian plaster hood (she’s the moment)
White oak cabinets with brass hardware
We’re aiming for a home that feels elevated and timeless but still warm and lived-in. Something we can grow into—not out of.
Our Wedding Photos Came In!!
In the middle of all the dust and drywall, we had a really sweet moment last weekend. Both of our families came over, and we set up folding chairs and picnic blankets in what’s currently just open space and concrete floors.
The best part? Our wedding photos came in (!!) and we surprised everyone by setting up a projector on the soon-to-be dining room wall. We all sat together—eating snacks, reliving the day, and crying just a little (okay, a lot). There’s something surreal about watching your wedding unfold while sitting in the house you’re building together.
Progress Recap
Here’s what we’ve tackled so far:
Pulled up all the carpet in the bedrooms (I did this myself—highly therapeutic)
Tore out the laminate floors in the kitchen and dining areas
Prepped the space for next steps in framing, electrical, and plumbing
Dreaming big on that pitched roof plan
We’re loving the process so far—dust, mess, and all. It already feels like we’re building something really special here.
Watch Our Week 1 Vlog
We’ll be posting a new vlog every Sunday so you can come along for the ride. Week 1 is up now, and trust me—it’s got everything: demo, design dreams, and a little bit of us!!
