Oh my gosh!! Finishing the One Room Challenge, is just like finishing a marathon…except that you’ve used up every favour from every human you know in order to run it, and you’re left with a dreamy space after instead of the soarest feet on earth…otherwise it’s exactly the same…I definitely cried at like two points which is totally like a marathon. lol…but seriously.
It’s a Feeling
Hmmm how can I explain this kitchen. It’s not a style I don’t think but it is a feeling. I wanted to create a kitchen that felt like it could be in our family for a really long time and that it belonged to us. I wanted it to feel like us. I love the kitchen in the show Parenthood that belonged to their parents…you know “The Bravermans”?! I loved them. I also love the kitchen from the show Bloodline…the details are so good! I love faded khakis and how they come in so many greens and beiges and feel so lived in. Basically, I wanted my kitchen to feel like a really great fitting pair of worn in khakis. Your Favourite pants…is that a style? lol!!!
Recap
In case you’re new to my project you can catch up here! Also, in these links you can find detailed info on all of the sources used for my kitchen!
Week 1: Inspiration Week 2: Cabinet Colours and Chandelier
Week 3: Cabinet Install and Hardware Week 4: Pink Sink Week 5: Backsplash
Week 6: Appliances and Countertops
7 weeks ago this wasn’t even a kitchen. It started as an empty dining room. Our kitchen was to the right of the dining room, and so small that we’re making it into a powder room / laundry / mudroom. It isn’t finished, so that will be a cool project to come. Here’s a look back at the dining space which is about 13′ x 12′. I took the second photo on a visit to the home, before we had taken possession.
Ok enough talk, you’re my first kitchen guests, Welcome!!!!!
Range
The first kitchen purchase was this range. We signed the papers for our current home over Christmas break last year, but we didn’t take possession until this past July 21st. Somewhere in between there my husband went to The Appliance Shoppe to get a fridge for one of his rentals from Paul, the owner who we love so much, and he saw this baby on an incredible floor model clearance and Paul was good enough to hold it in the back for us until we got our forever home.
The range takes up 1/3 of the kitchen, but it feels like the perfect fit. In our last home we tried an induction cooktop and it felt so soul-less…lol…I know that’s a funny way to describe the feeling, but I think the perfect range is the soul of a kitchen somehow.
Pink Kitchen Sink
The next purchase was our pink sink from Whyte & Company. If you read the previous posts, you’ll know that I had it in my head that the kitchen had to have a pink appliance. In the end I found the most perfect solution ever to my craving in this pink sink.
You need to read the full post on this pink sink and the incredible company behind it, but the gist is that it is completely stunning and a showstopper. No one can believe that we have a pink sink and they just love it! It has changed the way I look at my sink and I never want a dirty dish sitting in it…which is awesome because it’s gotten me so into keeping the kitchen clean. I also adore the personality and character that it adds to the space. Don’t even get me started about how you can see a small pop of pink from every angle, which is just such eye candy! 
Faucet
I decided on this faucet from Brizo. I love the vibe of it. It’s a little farmhouse, a little industrial, completely vintage, and a little modern…I mean come on?! How perfect is that combination of styles! This faucet is from the Artesso collection which is actually modelled after those found in factories in the 1900s! I also went with stainless steel because it’s right next to the stainless range, so I think it fits perfectly.
Backsplash
Oh my goodness you know that the backsplash was the most difficult decision…now that it’s in I am so happy with it– I cannot even put it into words!!! They are handmade tiles from Mercury Mosaics. I actually wrote an entire post about my backsplash, so please click here to read it! The glaze and each tile is so unique, you just want to touch them! I asked for some photos of the tiles being made, so that I could show you guys! How cool are these?!
I’ve just fallen in love with this company! We’re actually about to work together again on the coolest little project that I can’t wait to share super soon!
Plugs and Switches
You know that saying, “it’s all in the details.” That is so true once you see this! Another detail that I need to share with you guys are our plugs and switches. I know right?! How can you have special plugs and switches…I thought the same thing until now. Now I know how special they can be. I can’t tell you how many people have come over recently and said, I really like your light switches…words I never thought that I would here. I got a couple great shots of them in the backsplash but I need to show you more soon! They are part of the Adorne collection from Legrand and I got the brushed brass plates and they are bad ass…lol! Seriously though such a polished detail that I’m obsessed with now.
Toaster of Dreams
Ok so I need to take a moment to let you know that if I was giving someone a Christmas gift and I wanted them to LOVE the crap out of it, I would buy them a pink SMEG toaster…doesn’t even have to be pink because they come in every colour! But, like you don’t even know how dreamy it is until you see it in person. I’m so in love and it’s the gift to end all gifts. I got mine from Indigo which is the go-to for SMEG appliances. Not to mention I have not seen the pink just anywhere cause it’s just so damn special. Just saying….best gift ever! P.S. Dear Santa, I also really want the kettle!
Christmas Details
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I found these wonderful little bottle brush trees and this rose gold tray in Canadian Tire’s Christmas section this season! I love them and have gotten so many compliments! The flower vases and wreath are handmade by Cori Heer from CJH Florals and the pink ginger jars are a vintage find!
Ok I can’t contain myself any longer! I need to share the whole minty-blue enchilada! 
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One last look at the before!
Don’t forget you can find all additional sources in my posts linked at the beginning of this post. E.g. The cabinet maker, hardware, chandelier, countertops…all of it…just scroll back up to the Recap section ok 😉 AND if you don’t see something please ask me and I’ll be so happy to share!
Thank you so much for following this journey and encouraging me every step of the way!!
Thank you so much to my sponsors! I could not find creative, outside-the-box, gorgeous sources if people weren’t making creative, outside-the-box, gorgeous products like fabulous female entrepreneurs Mercedes Austin from Mercury Mosaics and Kim Vance from Whyte & Company (the coloured sinks) who have inspired me more than I can fully explain! Who Run the World? Girls! Also thank you so much to Brizo, Indigo, Canadian Tire and Legrand for their support on this project…so honoured to be working with companies like you guys…never in my wildest dreams!
Also a massivo thank you to Vicki Bartel for taking these photos and to Cori Heer from CJH Florals for all of the gorgeous flowers and greens. #squad
Don’t mind me I’ll just be washing dishes…obsessed! and going to have a DRINK! Celebration time!
Ok now I’m DYING to know what you guys think…please let me know in the comments!
Please don’t forget to check in with the rest of the One Room Challenge Reveals because they are unreal!
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Best reveal ever! All of your 1 room challenges are above and beyond!
Thank you! That’s awesome…I feel like I need to cheers to that and just enjoy instead of being a nervous wreckola! haha! Thank you so much for the sincere comment!!
I TOTALLY agree!!!
This is so gorgeous. You have a really special talent, friend!
Thank you Meig! You are so sweet to leave this comment! I really appreciate it!
Leslie, it’s so beautiful. And you are right, it IS a feeling! Lovely, watery, soft happy feeling!
Thank you so much Allison…so happy that you like it! amazing…thank you for the sweet comment!
leslie it is fabulous…its so pretty and unique…it’s a stunner and it is very inspiring
Thank you so much!! So relieved that you like it! K drink time!!
It’s beautiful, L! You did an incredible job selecting every single piece! And I love how you described the “feeling” that you wanted the kitchen to have…I think you nailed it! It’s beautiful, it’s welcoming, it’s bright and it’s happy!
Thank you Julie! I’m so relieved it’s out there now and we’re enjoying it! The One Room Challenge is going to give me ulcers! hahah!! Thank you so much for the comment! Now you need to visit!
Oh my! I’ve always been an all white kitchen girl – but that colour is divine! So beautiful!
Thank you! I love white kitchens too! I had to try something different though you know…so I’m so glad you still like it!!
I have been watching Instagram all day waiting for this post. Absolutely stunning! I love how you brought little pops of pink in with your accessories to accentuate the sink. This is so inspiring to design outside of the box. Amazing work!!!
Ps. Thanks for posting more insta stories!!!
Oh thank you so much for reading and cheering me on! I’m so glad you like the pops of pink…I think they help highlight the green somehow and you’re totally right to bring it back to the sink! thanks for your comment! You totally get me!
I am just in awe! Every…..single…..thing! I can’t even begin to say which things I like because I want them ALL! (now to go hold up paint samples in my kitchen)
Ohhhhhh thank you! That’s so awesome of you to say! You know what I wanted to do something in these colours for like the past 4 kitchens and something was holding me back and it feels so good to have done it now, so YES go get those swatches!! So fun!
Oh love! That sink is absolutely my favorite. Where are the pink vase/containers from that you have here and in the new living room (which is also 😍)?
The sink is so darn special eh?! so glad you like it!! we love it! Those jars are actually Vintage…I found the set of three in an antique shop for $30 buck!! they were the find of a lifetime and actually from my Spring One Room Challenge last year…thanks for the comment!
Gorgeous, the whole room is beautiful. My favourite features are the pendant light and your spectacular backsplash. The way you rose to the challenge to complete it was pretty amazing . You guys are quite an team.
Thank you so much! I’m so glad you like the backsplash because it was nerve wracking to try something different from white subway tile or marble…so thank you for saying that! we love it too! And the light…me too…it’s one of my favourite parts as well. Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a sweet comment! Matt is an amazing team mate that’s for sure!! I’m so lucky!
Oh my gosh, the BACKSPLASH!!!! I LOVE IT!!!! I also can’t believe you paired Edgecomb Gray with Wythe Blue, both are favourites of mine on their own but together…wow. We’re doing a built-in cabinet thing around our master bedroom to make up for lack of storage, and now I’m tempted to do open shelves with those two colours!!! You’re amazing. Congratulations!!!
Ohmygosh I’m so glad you love the backsplash!! I was soooo nervous you don’t even know…so thank you so much…means so much to me! Yes the colours look gorgeous together…especially with a touch of pink 😉 Your master sounds like an awesome project!!
So beautiful! I love all your design and color choices. C’est une cuisine originale et très charmante ! (A comment in French for the #modernparisianonmainstreet)
Merci…mon dieu, si sympa! So glad you like it!! Thank you so much for the cutest comment ever!
This ORC is so great! I kept clicking over to see if it was up, I just couldn’t wait. I absolutely love your style and you have inspired me so!
Thank you so much for following right till the end and for such inspiring words! I’m feeling blessed that it resonated with you!!
Wow! Just wow! The most unique and beautiful kitchen I have ever seen. I have so enjoyed watching you and your husband transform this house! Congratulations! It is ah-maze-ing!!!!
Thank you so much for saying that…my heart is bursting! I’m so thrilled that you love it! thank you so much!
This is seriously amazing! So beautiful. Have you considered offering your design talents to Windsor natives currently living in Michigan? Asking for a friend 😉
Hi Amy, I haven’t till now! 😉 thank you so much for the comment and the encouragement!
I love this room! I don’t know how you made it look balanced with the layout but it is perfectly weighted. I adore the coloring !!!! Everything is so beautiful!!!
Thank you so much! I think the balance comes from continuing the uppers over the window and not having a break there…that was really important for me to trick the eye into thinking it’s a larger space…thanks for the comment!! xo
Girllllllllll!!! This kitchen is so spectacular! I’m in love with it! So glad you did a colourful kitchen. I am absolutely inspired and so excited for my kitchen remodel now!!!
Ooooh! You’re doing a kitchen that is SO exciting and I’m touched that you’re inspired because that is totally what drives me, so thank you so much!!
Leslie youbare ao incredibly talented my friend!! This kitchen is show-stopping! I love every single detail! You amaze me, this is SO GOOD!!!
Tam! Thank you so much…I’m so glad you like it!! I’ve been so glued to your bathroom reno! Congrats to us for finishing this marathon!! Virtual cheers!!! You should seriously live closer!
I’m SO in love with this backsplash!! And those switches! :O! I never knew switches could be so stylish!
I drive past this place all the time and was dying to see your newest reveal. I remember stopping dead in my tracks when a GIANT chandelier showed up in the window one day….but lately the shades have been closed which has just made me all the more curious! I am so happy for you Leslie and all that you have accomplished. Keep inspiring!!
Oh my gosh I’m so happy you like the kitchen!! woohoo!! Yes we finally got window coverings hahah!!! I’ll be sharing that chandelier next week, it’s actually in our family room! The flamingo room! Thank you for following and you should stop by!! xo
Oh my!! Wow! Absolutely beautiful!! You have a genuine talent for decor and detail. The colours you picked are so fresh and warm. I really love that backsplash! The light fixture, outlets, rug, toaster, handles….oh, I could mention everything! Absolutely beautiful Leslie. 💕⭐️🙌🏻
Hi Teresa, thank you so much for saying that! I’m completely elated that you like the details!! I was truly so nervous about all the choices coming together, so I’m ecstatic to hear that you like them and thank you for such a sweet comment!
. . .and then Leslie created a kitchen. . .and it was amazing!
lol!! I love it! hahah…thank you so much!!!!
This is one of those jaw-on-the-floor reveals for sure!! Everything is SO great, and you are right, the pink sink is just beyond. What a cheerful, personal, gorgeous space! And with that peek of pink flamingo wallpaper in the other room…my heart!!
Ohmygosh thank you! my heart is seriously bursting because I knew that I needed to love it but it’s so nice if it’s resonating with you! Yay I’m so happy and thank you for the comment!!!
I love everything you do!!! This room is just amazing! Where did you find your little Christmas trees and wreaths on your hood? Keep all your awesome posts coming!
thank you! Those trees are from Canadian Tire and just got them! I will add that to the post…thanks so much! The wreath over the sink is handmade by Cori from CJH florals 😉 thanks again for the comment!
I absolutely adore your makeover – everything about it is gorgeous and the fact that you turned a dining room into a kitchen is amazing! I love the chandelier, the backsplash and island colors, the unique barstools, the pink accents, the fact that the range hood looks like cabinetry, the decorative glass cabinets near the ceiling, the runner with both blue greens and pink is perfect! It is so pretty and one of the best makeovers in the reveal. You must be loving it …Looking forward to seeing the rest of your house now!
Oh my goodness thank you so much! I’m so happy that you like the details because I spent way too much time picking them loL!! So appreciative for such a sincere comment and thank you for following…can’t wait to share the rest of the spaces as we finish!!
Nicely done! The details well thought out. The view from the living room is so pretty, proportional & inviting. You’ve maintained the look of a turn of the century home with modern feel.
Hi Cheryl, thanks so much for saying that….we definitely wanted to maintain the integrity of the home, so I really appreciate that!
It’s magic Leslie! Beautiful!
Oh thank you so much Jeannine! So glad you like how it turned out! I bet your house is getting transformed into a winter wonderland right now!!
It’s just fantastic! I’ve been watching your stories since you took ownership of the home and couldn’t imagine how this room would transform into a kitchen. I have a question, did you replace/shorten the window at the kitchen sink since it went almost to the floor originally??
Hi Jill! You know what we didn’t, we removed the trim and went across with cabinetry that was finished from behind. I was jus talking about sharing a post on that detail and showing what the window now looks like from the exterior of the house. Thanks for the comment!!
Leslie, such a light, romantic reveal! Great choices in colour, materials and accents! Bravo 🌸
I love the peek-a-boo glass cupboards up top. My eye goes right to them…but anything glass is my favourite. Such a showcase section of your kitchen. And the tile…beautiful! Leslie and Matt, you should be so proud, this house is truly becoming a home! ❤
LOVE your kitchen,very nice post.
It is beautiful!! So crazy what the space was before. That tile is simply gorgeous!
This is incredible! So refreshing to see something unique. Love all the mix of color. The combination of color and neutral is perfect! Well done – I love it!
Oh yay! so glad you like the colours…that was definitely outside of my comfort zone but now I’m SO glad I did it, so thank you for putting my mind at ease about that!! Thanks again for the comment!
Oh. My. Word. You’ve outdone yourself. It’s all so perfectly perfect. 😍
So beautiful! I love everything! Love the sink!!!! I’m a pink and white girl all day, everyday! White mixed with light sage green! I have enjoyed watching your Insta stories and seeing your Home transform into this beauty!
Wow! Totally amazing project! This is my first visit to your blog thanks to the reveal for the ORC. Usually I just check in on the sponsorsed posts. Yours belongs there! Great job, great style!
Hi Lauren, I’m so happy you found my blog…so lucky to have you! Thank you so much…that’s such a flattering and way too nice thing to say! xo
Gorgeous! I have been dying over every Instagram post/story and could not wait to see the reveal. It did not disappoint! I love your style, and color palette, whites, pinks and blue/greens….my fav!! I can’t wait to see you transform the rest of that super cute house, thank you so much for sharing!!
Hi Chris, thank you so much for following the journey to this kitchen! We’re so thrilled to have you along and that you liked the end result…it was so nerve wracking! Can’t wait to share you what we’ve got up our sleeves next! thanks again for the kind words!!!
Leslie,
You and your team have outdone yourselves! Every detail is divine! From the incredible unique backsplash to the PINK sink to that range! (What a FIND!) All the little gold/champagne touches are like jewelry in the end and that chandelier is the crowning glory! A space fit for a home full of creatives!
When we are around your parts next, we have to come see. Im sure the pops of pink are even prettier in person!
Bethany and Art
Oh my gosh YES! Would love to have you visit! That would be so fun! Thank you so much for the amazing compliments…so happy we got to meet at Blog Podium!! Tell Art I said Hi! AND congrats again on your son’s bedroom reveal you did an incredible job you two!!
This kitchen is like a DREAM! I can not stop scrolling back through these photos. TRULY AMAZING and you have a PINK sink! : ) The last photo of you and the girls sitting at the counter is so special. Enjoy every minute of those dishes and all the memories in this gorgeous kitchen!
Oh that’s so awesome… so glad you like it! yes a pink sink! lol…it’s the best! Thanks so much for the super energizing comment!
OH. MY. Gosh.
Seriously? That was your BEFORE? I had to read your post twice before I figured out why that gold dining room was even pictured here.
You win.
Wow. Just wow.
And your two sweet beautiful adorable little tea drinking angels? Priceless.
Well done.
LOL! you’re hilarious AND thank you! I know it’s hard to believe that a dining room can be a kitchen, but you should have seen the kitchen…it was teeny tiny so it just seemed like the only alternative…now we need to make something into a dining room…that’s our next project! Thank you so much for the amazing compliment!
It’s beautiful and I love every colour you used! Yes, white kitchens can be very nice too, but for me, I’m getting tired of them. It’s colour that draws the eye in and allows for more expression than white on white, all the way through the room. You have made lovely choices, it all blends so beautifully and has a rich personality. So very well done!
Thank you so much! Colour is pretty amazing…it’s a little more scary, but so worth it when you’re done and you’re right it is really expressive!! Thank you again for visiting!!
I need to know about your tea set.. what’s the brand & pattern?
Everything is just gorgeous.
Oh my gosh…that tea set was actually a big part of the inspiration behind the colour..it’s actually a complete set of dishes for 12 and was my great grandmother’s …I need to do a tablescape with it…I’ll have to look at the brand but it’s from England. Thanks so much for the comment!
You constantly amaze me with your outside-of-the-box talents! The dining room to kitchen Reno in itself is huge, but your vision to put feeling into a room is ginormous! You won this marathon… so proud of you friend!!!
Hey thanks Tana! I really appreciate you following the reno and cheering me on…you’re the best!! xoxoxo
Absolutely marvellous from start to finish. Every detail unique and totally perfect aesthetically and functionally. Had I not seen the photos for myself, I would not have believed combining these ideas and colours could work. You really have created an elegant setting, with warmth and coziness, creating those ‘feelings’ in the heart of your new home. Bravissima!
Hi Flora, oh my goodness thank you so much for such a heartfelt comment…that’s so kind! I’m so touched that the space resonated with you…you’ve made my day! xo
Your new kitchen is an absolute confection! Congrats on creating a truly one-of-a-kind design. I’m sure the magazine editors will come calling to feature this !
Oh that’s so sweet…I wish!! Imagine?! Thanks again!
I am obsessed with your kitchen but especially your island! I’ve been trying to find a kitchen island that’s special and only 42” wide, your style looks perfect! Is yours custom built?
Thank you so much! Yes it was custom built with all of the cabinets and from The Cabinet Mill. Thanks again!