Saturday, June 26, 2010

Home Sweet NEW Home

We're all moved in and loving our new home! We officially moved on June 2nd. Thanks to the help of our wonderful families...cleaning of the new house, packing, moving in, unpacking and organizing was quick and pretty "pain free"...although I'm sure that some of our siblings, parents, cousins and aunts are thinking of submitting our story to the show, Hoarders. Thanks to everyone for helping us!!! It was a big job and there was no way we could have done it without all of their help.
As far as living here, it's went by so fast. The actual building process from start to finish took a little over 9 months for us. At times it crawled by...so it's hard to believe we're here now! We're loving all of the room we have but still find everyone congregating in the same space together. This was something I was afraid we'd lose after moving out of our sweet little home where we couldn't really escape one another. Although there's still lots of work to be done, we're getting settled and it's beginning to feel like home now. It's a dream come true.
Here's a few pictures...
Dining room & kitchen are in the same room...the first piece of furniture we bought for the house was a table and chairs since we've never had one! We've enjoyed hosting a few dinners now and being able to eat at a table (we ate at a small island in our other home).
Kitchen- I especially love our butcher block island, apron front sink and oil-rubbed bronzed appliances
Great Room...we have a beautiful view of the Royal Slope, Saddle Mountains and our Orchards
And at the top of my favorites...the laundry room/craft room/office. I haven't had time to make any projects yet, but getting this space organized has been really fun.
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15 comments:

Bethany said...

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL home! And I'm totally jealous of your laundry room! That's AWESOME! Enjoy your new place!

The Clinkscales Family said...

OH MY WORD!!!!! You new home is beyond beautiful. I'm seriously speechless which doesn't happen often. It looks like it was certainly worth the wait. I'm am so happy for you!

Faith M. said...

WOW! It's gorgeous! I love it!

The Mason Family said...

I just checked your blog earlier today looking for a new post...decided to come back tonight and there were two! So happy to hear that you are all moved in; your home is absolutely BEAUTIFUL Katie! Hope all is going well...

mom2lo said...

May I please have your kitchen and laundry room? You guys can still congregate all together in the remaining rooms... I promise you won't even miss the kitchen or laundry room!

Seriously. It's like seeing my dream house in a full color photo instead of only in my head! Absolutely stunning! And truly, I'm not at all jealous... nope, not one bit! ;)

Anonymous said...

What a beautiful home!!! Very awesome for you guys... Enjoy..
love ya randee

Jenny said...

Wow! What a gorgeous home!! Well worth the wait, right? :) Congratulations on getting all settled in! :)

Miller Family said...

So happy for you Katie! I LOVE the laundry room. I can just imagine myself folding clothes on the huge counter. I have always wanted a space to fold besides on top of the washer and dryer. Enjoy all your new rooms. Can't wait to see it in person sometime!

The Hands said...

Cool ceilings. I really wanted to see a picture of the view. Now all that's missing is a visit from us, right?! Maybe someday. You're right, it's been awhile. I've thought about calling, but everytime I think about it I think it would be supper time for you guys. Talk to you soon. Enjoy that beautiful place...it won't take you long to fill it up!

~Roberts~ said...

OMG!! I so want your laundry room. Your home looks amazing. Hope your enjoying your summer although if it's been anything like ours so far it's flying by. Have a GREAT 4th of July.

Tiffany Lockette said...

What an amazing home!! Happy you guys are moved in and getting settled! by the way, can I come live with you? hahaha I am in love with your kitchen and those ceilings, man!!

Jen and Brandon said...

Katie, it's beautiful! Well worth the wait and pain. And I have to say I love your laundry room, it's perfect!

michele said...

It is soo beautiful!! I love your laundry room floor and am crazy about your kitchen! What a large space to enjoy your family and entertain!!

Hanna said...

Katie, your new home is beautiful, I can't wait to come visit one of these days, love you! Hanna

Mimi said...

Oh I am in HEAVEN for you!! how fabulous is your house?!? The kitchen is amazing and don't even get me started on the laundry room- I LOVE IT!

More pictures please!! When you get of course :-0

Congrats on the fresh new house... you deserve it lady!