A wall shelf with two levels. The top shelf holds a copper colander, a potted plant, and a framed photo. The bottom shelf has a framed picture, a white hexagonal object, a French press, and a mortar and pestle.
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Kitchen Makeover – Open Shelving

ByLisa
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This post may contain affiliate links. For more details, please refer to my policies.A minimalist kitchen shelf with framed artwork, a potted plant, and metal kitchenware. Text reads: "Kitchen Makeover On a Real Person Budget - Open Shelving" from Garrison Street Design Studio.

Welcome to week 5 of the One Room Challenge. We are getting so close to the end, and I must say, I am loving the results! If you missed what we did in week 1, week 2, week 3, and week 4, go back and catch up on those first. We have tackled most of the large items on our to-do list, so now we are getting down to the details.

A black silhouette of a wolf howling at the moon, standing on a rocky cliff against a white background.Adding open shelving wasn’t on our original to-do list, because quite frankly, I wasn’t sure if there was enough time. But when the One Room Challenge was extended by a week due to natural disasters around the country, I knew I could squeeze this in. Behind the dutch door there is a sizable blank wall which previously sat empty. My initial plan was to hang art here, but later decided open shelving fit the space better.A kitchen with a half Dutch door partially open, and a window in the top half of the door. The room has beige tiled flooring, white cabinets, a granite countertop, and a few paint cans on the floor.

I decided on two shelves from Ikea for the space. To help gauge the appropriate height for the shelves, I used painters tape to lay it out.   A beige wall with two parallel horizontal blue tape lines. A dark living room is partially visible on the left with a TV showing a person talking. A white door frame is on the right edge.

Once we felt good about the placement, we hung the shelves.Close-up of two modern, dark wood floating shelves with metallic brackets on a light gray wall. The shelves are empty, showcasing their minimalist design. Two empty dark gray floating shelves mounted on a light-colored textured wall. The shelves have metal brackets for support, offering a minimalist and modern appearance.

Then I added some much needed accessories! The fun part 🙂 A kitchen shelf with framed art, a potted plant, a copper colander, a silver hexagonal tray, and a French press. A mortar and pestle are on the lower shelf beside the tray.

I really wanted to add some color, so I brought in a copper colander I found at HomeGoods. I think it fits the decor perfectly! You know I love my HomeGoods, but sometimes it’s hit or miss, so here is a similar version. A copper colander with handles is placed on a dark wooden shelf. A potted plant with long, slender leaves is next to it, adding a touch of greenery to the scene. The wall behind is textured and light-colored.

My mom is a big coffee drinker and has always wanted to try a french press. I was lucky enough to snag this french press for her on a lightning sale! The next accessory I added is this simple and super functional pestle and mortar. It even comes with a splash guard and an anti slip pad for the base! To top off the trio, I added a hexagonal cheese board I found at Ross. This is a similar version I may like even better!A stainless steel mortar and pestle sit beside a French press on a dark wooden shelf. Behind them, a white hexagonal marble trivet leans against the wall.

I also added some art which we will talk about next week, as well as, why I have an empty frame on the shelf. Don’t worry, I have a plan for that 😉  A framed abstract photograph with a black frame sits on a black shelf. A small potted plant with long, thin leaves is placed next to the frame. The image has a neutral wall as a background.

Another item to be checked off the to-do list was the dutch door. It was in desperate need of a paint job and had some pretty terrible hardware before. We used Valspar’s Kettle Black to repaint it and updated the hardware with a simple brushed nickle door knob and latch. I love the new modern feel! A black Dutch door with glass panels at the top half, allowing light to enter. The bottom half has a distinctive X design. A granite counter is visible on the right, and the door reflects a covered patio outside.

Sorry cat lovers, the cat butt handle is gone. We actually had several people who wanted it too! Haha!

A sleek black-framed glass door is open, revealing a room with wall shelves. The shelves hold potted plants, copper containers, and framed artwork. Sunlight streams in from large windows, creating a cozy, modern atmosphere.

Lastly, I ordered some bar stools for the island we built and they finally arrived this week! Here’s a sneak peek!Two square bar stools with gray fabric cushions and black metal frames are positioned on a tiled floor beside a dark countertop.

And that’s it for this week friends, but join me again next Thursday because I have a special art project planned and freebie for all my subscribers 🙂Two wall-mounted shelves with framed art, a potted plant, a copper pot, a marble cutting board, a metallic French press, and small kitchen items. The shelves are against a light gray wall, creating a minimalistic and modern look.

Don’t forget to stop by Calling It Home to check out all of the One Room Challenge participants! Things are getting really good now!A stylish kitchen shelf featuring a framed artwork, a small potted plant, a mortar and pestle, a French press, and a marble hexagon wall accent. The text reads: "Kitchen Makeover on a Real Person Budget: Open Shelving Week 5.

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  1. Looks like things are really starting to come together. Great shelf styling, the copper and the chives add a nice touch! Also, the dutch door looks so good! There is just something so sharp about a black door.

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    1. Thank you so much Shelley! She actually had the potted herb already and I just couldn’t resist the copper colander 🙂 I am definitely a sucker for a black door too!

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    1. Thank you so much Haley! It’s definitely a nice feeling to be almost done! Then back to our bathroom reno we started a million years ago, haha!

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