I know that I keep going on about it, but our extension has made such a huge difference to our home and our lives. When we were in the very early stages the company that we used told us that it would change how we used our home, and they were quite right. I do still spend time in the rest of the house of course, but the vast majority of my time at home is spend in the orangery.
We have a beautiful big kitchen island which is where we eat all our meals. It's the perfect size for food preparation and eating, and I keep it as clean and as clear as I can. After a few meals we had all chosen on our favourite spot and this is mine, with a view out over the kitchen and towards the hallway. Then I can enjoy the garden view while I'm cooking dinner.
Our go to for furniture is always Ikea but when we were looking for a sideboard we just couldn't find one that matched what we were after. So we splashed out a little on this one from The Cotswold Company, along with a matching coffee table. I really love it, the wood is such a lovely shade. There are some electrical items that seem to have to live there, but it looks best with a plant and some fresh flowers.
Our new lemon tree is thriving, and we have plenty of new flowers appearing. Every time I see it it makes me feel happy, I just love the colours and over the last few days it has started to smell wonderful.
Finally our gorgeous Ikea sofa is a great place to sit and look out into the garden. The view is improving every day as our hardworking landscapers are busy working away! It's going to be amazing when it's finished and when it's warm enough to have the bifold doors open.
It does sound like the orangery has changed your home life.
ReplyDeleteI would love a kitchen island like the one you have and that sideboard is beautiful.