1940's Kitchen

I have enjoyed exploring the post World War 2 kitchen in our 1948 bungalow in Chicago.

We have had to reno every inch of it, but I have fun restoring it to the original idea with a modern twist.  Designs of that time show a hard working space for sewing, laundry, childcare, dishes by hand, canning, and office tasks.

Despite the need for a hard working space, designs show women wanted a charming cozy environment for her daily work--just like I do!  The kitchen window gardenias add that cozy element.  I *finally* added these to my vintage kitchen this Spring.  XOXOXO

Peachy pink complements the coral, yellow, mint scheme in this Chicago bungalow.

The white gardenias in this photo gave me the idea I could spin off of the commonly used red gardenia and chose one that matched my scheme.

Here is the red kitchen window gardenia:

So quaint.  I love these old kitchens!

New Siding

 

It was so interesting to see the original design of our house and the changes made over the years. It pained me to not replace the picture windows on the front and back of the house--but we don't plan on being here much longer. I am happy to see the house match the others on the street a little better. I picked a clay color...a greenish taupe that is earthy and blends a little better than the old pink/taupe. Now get me a power washer and some dark stain and let me at that porch!!