This morning I ventured out to Wallsend to Bob's joinery factory to make some decisions about the kitchen. At the moment it is in its "mock-up" stage. I was quite surprised at the size of the cupboards. They don't seem to be on a human scale because along the tops run bin-type storeage cupboards. Having seen it in its entirety, I decided that the bench top should be smaller in both length and width.
I not only had to choose handles but where to place them. I had to choose the opaque glass for some of the cupboard doors. I had to decide on the kickboard material (brushed stainless steel) and placement as well as the areas which will be painted black. All very detailed. Bob is amazingly precise and patient.
Meanwhile, back in Hunter St., the stairs have taken on more structure and the beautiful blue gum has arrived. The kitchen floor is down already. All of the old cupboards have now gone, to make way for storing the new timber. Kieran is home for a few days and I was able to drag him away from his new passion (animation - he has just posted his film on YouTube) and engage him in meaninful discussion about some of the details of the build...including the colour scheme. Good fun.
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