The Amazing Before And Afters Of Our Renovated Beach Condo – Part 1
Can you tell how hazy it is? That’s because it was 105 degrees the day that I took this pic!
As you look at the befores, imagine a place where nothing resembling any housekeeping had been done, walls that had cracking paint because old wallpaper had been painted over, rusty, crusty, nasty appliances in the kitchen, mildew/mold behind the old wallpaper.
To top all of that off – imagine carpet that was dirty, filthy, sticky, icky, smelly and every other form of nasty that I can think of. You may ask why I would even consider a place so utterly GROSS? Did I mention that it. is. on. the. beach? 😀
When you enter the condo, you immediately walk into the hallway that leads to the living room and kitchen. This is what greeted us when we entered the condo for the first time…….prepare yourself.
BLECH!!!
That little black thing you can see on the couch is Diva Dog.
She insisted on making her debut in this blog post.
Step on into the living room. Diva Dog and Ferocious Guard Dog graciously agreed to put themselves on display for you.
The couch pulls out into a bed. We had it made using a 6″ thick mattress instead of the standard 4″ ones that you usually find in sleeper sofas. Now it’s just about as comfy as our bed.
This chair is so cozy. It’s a great little nook for reading, watching tv or just enjoying the view of the beach.
This is what that same area used to look like.
Turn around to look at the opposite wall…
…that used to look like this.
I refused to sit on this couch while we talked when we first looked at the condo. It was almost as gross at the carpet. They told us that all of the furnishings came with the condo. Um….no thank you.
Let me take a little pause here to tell you the major renovations that we made throughout the condo:
- removed all of the wallpaper, killed the mildew/mold, sanded and painted the walls
- ripped out the carpet and padding and replaced with laminate wood floors
- replaced the air conditioner
- replaced the sliding glass doors
- added and replaced ceiling fans
- replaced the water heater
- replaced all of the corroded doorknobs with brushed nickel ones
- added additional electric circuits to the breaker box
Turn around one more time and here’s the kitchen.
Update: Here’s what the kitchen wall looks like now that the bookcases have been added.
I love this backsplash. It’s made up of different colors of iridescent glass tile with travertine marble sprinkled throughout.
I love this little fishy canister too. So do Diva Dog and Ferocious Guard Dog because they know that this is where their treats are kept!
Found this little spit of a rug at Ikea. It’s the perfect size for my tiny kitchen.
Hold your breath…this is the before of the kitchen.
Don’t ‘cha just looove this little stencil that was above the sink? And hey – what a great place to hang your keys!
In the kitchen we:
- replaced the refrigerator and stove
- added a microwave above the stove
- replaced the laminate counters with SileStone
- painted the cabinets
- replaced the hinges on the cabinets
- replaced the sink and faucet
- added a backsplash
Now back up hallway…
At the foot of each bed, we added these little shelves that we already had. I shopped around til I found some cute little baskets. Oh – the little clip-on fans work perfectly when it gets too warm.
And lest you forget – here’s what the view back up the hallway looked like before.
And since I don’t want to leave you with an image that burns your eyes, here’s something a little cuter to look at…
This is my sweet little Miss M sitting on the deck a couple of years ago. It’s one of my favorite pictures of her.
A great transformation; breathtaking view; and gorgeous bunkbeds!
Wow super duper transformer of note!~~~ What more do you want with the beach right there.
Great job!
Veronica
http://www.tasselsandtwigs.blogspot.com
That is such a cute little beach house. Awesome job, Happy Monday!
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Oh that looks sooo nice. And the fact that you live on.the.beach just makes it sooo much better! Love the transformations you have done, you have done such a great job! : )..
Your transformation of this space really is awesome! Thank you so much for linking up and partying at Home Savvy A to Z this week!
Little Miss M. is adorable. I know she loves those neat bunkbeds. This condo is fabulous. What you have done is fantastic. I know you are enjoying your investment of time and money.
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Fabulous transformation! You did a wonderful job and it looks so lovely! Angie xo
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I found your beach post through Between Naps on the Porch, and I was awe stricken by the fact that your first picture looked so much like Topsail Beach, NC. Then I saw your condo, and I know exactly where these are. In fact, my husband and I almost bought one there last year. We are still considering one. The one we looked at was on the foreclosure market and an unbelievable deal. Is this located at the end of Topsail beach by any chance? I am a Realtor in Jacksonville, NC. I would love to get your info so I could use your services. Excited to hear from you. Your newest follower…..Barb 🙂
Can you share the source of your sofa and chairs?
Hi all. Regarding the furniture – the couch, all three chairs and the ottoman were made at a place located in High Point, NC. The prices were very, very reasonable. Everything is well made and is sturdy. I believe all the total price for all four pieces was around $1000. That price includes the fabric for the couch and two blue side chairs and an extra deep mattress configuration for the sleeper sofa. I provided the fabric for the matching chair and ottoman. I’ll be happy to provide more information if you’re interested in contacting them.
It looks absolutely amazing. This is the good blog with good images and good details. If you feel bored, just swim in the relaxing beach. Please keep on posting the more stuff. I will like to hear more from you.
I dream of having a beach condo and hope someday I own one too like yours. 🙂
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I’d be willing to overlook all that mess so I could buy a place on the beach! The transformation is amazing, and great use of space with the bunk beds.
I LOVE that back splash and the awesome built in bunk beds!
Suzy, thanks so much for stopping by my blog today. I love what you’ve done with the condo (read both posts)….it’s so cute! Coastal decorating is my fave decorating….love love the bunkbeds!
have a beautiful Sunday….
xox
That house is gorgeous, you decorate beautifully, Thanks for sharing it at the Picture is Worth a Thousand Words Photo Challenge.
Rose
Could you please tell me the color of the creamy yellow wall paint?
Hi Christine. I’m sorry, but I don’t have the paint color here at home with me. It’s at the beach! I’ll try to remember to look for it the next time that we’re there.
Wow! Nice place and very relaxing area. I remember our house in this beach condo it is because in our province our house is near the sea and I really love our place. Thanks for sharing.
Nehv @ condominium makati
Just took a tour of your beach condo. What a transformation! I love the bedding… how I wish I could sew if it means that is the result, and the tile in the kitchen is to die for! Thanks so much for the sweet comment and visiting me. Will be dropping by your inspiring blog often!
melinda