Quick update: Today we’ll be getting cozy in Boston at the West Elm on 160 Brookline Avenue for cookies, cocoa, and a book signing at 6pm. More info here. We’d love to see ya there!
We shared a sneak peek of this House Crashing adventure in our post about Cincinnati, and we finally sifted through the 200+ photos that we took to get this post together for ya. So let’s let ourselves in, shall we?
Did you see the little welcome note right on that happy yellow door? So cute, eh? And I love the three glass panes in that door. As for who lives here, meet Rick and Jessie. They were literally the sweetest folks we met the entire time we were in Cincy. Not only did they wait for us for over an hour at our hotel when our plane was delayed (eeks!), but they were so nice for the entire few hours we spent with them (since we didn’t have a car in Cincinnati they drove us to their house, chatted me up while John shot the place, and then drove us back to our hotel). So we’re officially “real friends” since we spent so much time bonding. Haha. But enough chit-chat. Let’s get to their awesome casa.
There were lots of homemade touches around the house, like this cool mason jar vase hanging from a rustic wood coat hook next to the yellow front door (which is painted in Valspar’s Santa Monica Blvd).
As for their kitchen, you might recognize it from this Reader Redesign. It’s always fun when someone invites us to crash them after we’ve seen one of their room makeovers, and let’s just say the rest of the house was just as awesome as their amazing kitchen (which was so much fun to see in person).
The cabinets are Ikea and they hung them all themselves as well as selecting things like butcherblock for the island and gorgeous soapstone for the rest of the counters.
This picture doesn’t do it justice (it looks a lot more “loud and swirly” than it really was in person – it was very subtle and sophisticated). It’s this gorgeous dark stone that looks like honed black granite but they said it’s really easy to take care of (no issues with staining or scratching so far). We’ve heard dark honed granite can be a bit higher maintenance, so soapstone sounds like a great alternative.
Where they built in their fridge they also added a framed out chalkboard, which was so sweet. The funniest part was that it said “we love the sun in our house” but ironically we were shooting just after the sun went down thanks to that delayed flight (our first house crash ever without natural light) – but we’re so thankful that we still got a bunch of good shots. It’s kinda hard not to when a house is this charming. How sweet is that yellow stool?
Here’s a shot from the kitchen looking towards the dining space they’re working on. They’re going to build in a bench against the wall for sort of a banquette feeling and add some giant art on the wall between those floating shelves that they hung. And that sweet striped runner is from Dash & Albert.
They also had this awesome wood wall in their living area that John and I loved. And everything from the media cabinet that they painted themselves to the homemade art (where they showcased dates that were important to them) had us grinning like fools. It really was one of those awesomely personalized homes.
There’s also a little desk area across from the wood wall in the living room, with a cheerful green filing cabinet and some more handmade art.
I love that yellow glass lamp (from World Market) with the swirly canvas behind it.
In the hallway, their homemade ruler that they use to measure both of their girls had us smiling (which Jessie actually did as one of our Pinterest Challenges).
Rick and Jessie have two daughters, and their youngest one’s room was full homemade art (framed craft paper)…
… and a homemade mobile…
… while their other daughter’s room had things Clara would totally go nuts for (check out that amazing play kitchen!!!!).
This plastic animal art was especially awesome. Yup, I totally had a moment with it. Love. Jessie actually got the idea here and did her own spin here.
So there you have Jessie and Rick’s charming home. We are SO GRATEFUL to them for waiting for us and being such amazing hosts while we traipsed around taking photos and chatting their ears off. You can see more over on their blog, but first let’s play the favorite part game. We all know I’m crazy about the animal art but I also love love love that play kitchen and those dark soapstone counters. And John was especially enamored with the apron sink and the modern dark window trim above it in the kitchen.
Psst- Don’t wanna stop snooping around? You can check out dozens of House Crashing adventures right here.
Christina @ Homemade Ocean says
Those. animals.
wow….and I can’t wait to see you all this weekend :)
YoungHouseLove says
Wahoo! So excited!
xo,
s
Roeshel says
They have a beautiful home filled with so much charm. Wow!
Jessica H. says
What a beautiful home! I just love all of the personal touches. And also, it is so cool that they live in Cincinnati (where I also live). I don’t often see Cincinnati homes on blogs, websites, etc.
YoungHouseLove says
Yay Cincy!
xo,
s
Jennifer says
Thanks for sharing the crash. I love that they used the same or very similar wall color throughout. Do you know what it is? I’ve tried to check their site, but it crashes…
YoungHouseLove says
Here’s hoping Jessie drops in with that info!
xo,
s
Jessie @ Cape 27 says
So sorry for the crashing! We’re hoping it’s back to normal soon. The wall color in the majority of the house is Ben Moore’s Gray Husky.
Jessie
karen says
really great home!! it is so similar to yours!
love the soapstone!! can’t wait for mine in a few years.
i got quoted for $7000 here in Toronto!!!
so i guess i’ll have the most beautiful countertops and the crappiest shoes for the next several years.
Katie says
That wood wall is definitely my favorite part. I love their blog! Found it after your Reader Redesign feature of them.
Frida says
what Agnes and Rebecca said…comparing this house tour and the one from last week, I gotta say that while both houses were beautifully decorated they sadly looked very “model house” and overly trendy because they shared the same grey-yellow-chalkboard-chevron-industrial-lighting-aesthetics. Never mind, I always look forward to your House Crashing posts, maybe you could share one with a slightly different style for next time.
YoungHouseLove says
Oh yes if you see my reply to Agnes, we have an old farmhouse in the country with high ceilings, and a retro mid-century house (with unpainted paneling that actually looks cool!) in the hopper for you guys! We welcome all varieties of submissions and love switching it up when folks send us something different!
xo,
s
Frida says
Oops, did’nt see that. Looking forward to it :)
Val says
This house is so cute!! I love how they opened everything up and have this awesome great-room thing going on! I don’t know if I could swing it, though…I like not being able to see how dirty the kitchen is while I’m watching tv.
On the whole “this-house-is-so-similar-to-YHL” thing…I love you guys, but it’s not like you invented the Glossy White Parson’s Desk or the Yellow Front Door. I wouldn’t even say that you introduced them to the blog-o-sphere…I know that I’ve seen some of this stuff floating around for years. I think this house has its own flair and even though there are some style overlaps, I still loved seeing it and being introduced to a whole new blog.
YoungHouseLove says
Amen! We definitely don’t own yellow doors or white cabinets! Haha. We’re just obsessed with houses in general (of all styles, as demonstrated by our House Crashing page) and we love sharing the eye candy with you guys in the hopes that someone out there will enjoy it. We’re so grateful that so many folks are leaving comments about how inspiring Rick and Jessie’s house is. That’s always the goal :)
xo,
s
Heather W says
Val, I completely agree…. I love seeing how two couples can take similiar colors and or furnishing etc. and make them their own. I see some of the similiar colors etc. but think both couples have done a great job doing their own things as well. My home has these similiar colors also and I may steal a technique or idea from both or all three of these blogs…. Isn’t that what it is all about anyway to be inspired and to inspire others?????
Janelle D says
Right there with ya Sherry!
Oh, and folks need to keep in mind that YHL is a blog with a distinct brand/style so it only makes sense for you to share homes that fit with your personal vision/tastes. I think you do a good job at sharing a range of styles. You have shared homes with aesthetics that you admire but that wouldn’t fit with your current home to keep it fresh & fun.
kate says
I hope their site comes back up soon. I have a couple of questions.
1: I have the exact same play kitchen that we built. We also switched our stove to opening from the top and it is a bit of a hazard. It falls heavily and threatens to knock the whole thing over and squash toes. I really want to know what kind of hinges they used or what they did to fix this issue.
2. Is that highchair next to the play kitchen painted? If so, what is the color? I love it!!
YoungHouseLove says
Here’s hoping Jessie drops in with that info soon!
xo,
s
Jessie @ Cape 27 says
Hi Kate,
Hopefully you were eventually able to get through to our blog, but if not hope this helps. We used basic hinges as recommended with Ana’s plans for the kitchen set. I’m not sure why yours is having troubles tipping over. Maybe we used a heavier wood that supports the door a little better? Wish I could be of more help with this one…
And the highchair next to the kitchen is painted used Kyrlon’s Watermelon spray paint. Here’s the link to that: http://www.cape27blog.com/2012/08/painting-pint-sized-thrift-finds/
Jessie
Jessica says
Love this house crashing post! So cheerful! Some of your links to their page/projects aren’t working, though. When I click on them, it comes up as a “database error”. The one for the pallet wall works, though. I can’t believe they only spent $20 on it and it looks FABULOUS!
YoungHouseLove says
Oh yes, sadly we crashed their blog, but we hope it’s up again soon!
xo
s
Brenda says
I love the wooden wall and all the homemade art! That animal art and the dotted “Z” are especially awesome.
Maria @ Redecorate Blog says
What a beautiful home! My favorite part is definitely all of the homemade art in their daughters’ rooms. So sweet!
Michelle says
We have the same front door. . only I haven’t painted ours yet (still wood on one side and outside the previous owners painted it brown that looks like it was color matched to the original color. . oye) . . it’s on our list! The yellow is very happy!
Guylaine Côté says
It’s a happy house. I love it!!!
Emily says
Love their kitchen and front door!
Sherry says
Beautiful! I keep trying to read it and pin things from it but their blog keeps crashing :(
Jenny says
I love that height chart, and want to copy it ASAP. I’ve looked for three years for one that was movable and suffiently grown-up looking to last a long time. Oh yeah, and that started at no more than 18 inches, since that’s the height my kids started at, and goes taller than a 10-year-old…had been planning to sew something but that hasn’t happened yet either. But this is stylish, old-timey like a doorframe with height marks on it, but practical because you can move it. Awesome!
Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says
Love their house! Absolutely gorgeous!!!!!!!!!
Katie M. says
I love their paint colors – do they happen to have a list of their colors handy??
YoungHouseLove says
Here’s hoping they drop in with that info for ya Katie!
xo
s
Valerie says
Same here–I’d love to know what color that is on the walls in the entryway!
Jessie @ Cape 27 says
We’re working on a source list for all the paint colors in our home, but here are a few for the time being:
Main living/dining/kitchen area – Ben Moore’s Gray Husky
Guest Bathroom – Ben Moore’s Hale Navy
Hope that helps :)
Jessie
Katie V. says
I love how the whole house flows and love the gray and yellow theme throughout. Love those counters, too!
Sara says
WOW! Absolutely gorgeous. I hope one day we will have our own place that we can spruce up. This house crash is a great inspiration, so beautiful! I love, love, love the yellow! I’m trying to incorporate more of it into our living room!
Cayla says
I’m so glad ya’ll take the time to crash homes and show us how talented so many people are. I know they appreciate it, because I sure do! Ya’ll have a safe trip and enjoy yourselves!
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks Cayla! It’s our pleasure. We love house crashing!
xo,
s
amber peters says
WOW what an awesome house! i’m checkin out their blog now!
Catherine says
Love absolutely everything about this house. I could move right in! My favourite things are the touches of yellow (that front door is to die for!), the drop dead gorgeous dream kitchen and all the homemade personal touches. Just perfect in every way. I can’t wait to own a home again one day!
Theresa says
Love their kitchen! I can’t wait to have a house so I can renovate it. Any word yet about the December 1 event in DC? I don’t think I could make it to your event in DC on November 28 and I would hate to miss meeting you guys.
YoungHouseLove says
We hope it’ll be announced in a week!
xo,
s
Allison says
I love that giant ruler to mark how tall their little ones get- and the black kitty walking around in the back was also pawing at my heart :) These house crashing posts are some of my favorites- I love thinking about all these good people out there making things beautiful!
I’m hoping to get out of work tonight in time to dash over to West Elm and meet you and snag one of those gorgeous books!
YoungHouseLove says
Wahoo! We’d love to meet you!
xo,
s
Maddy says
SO excited for tonight! I’m up at Tufts and sadly have lab until 4:30 which means I might be cutting it close on getting there on time thanks to the T! Do you think the line will be suuuper long tonight?
YoungHouseLove says
I think we’re anticipating a good turnout but we’re going to do our best to go as fast as we can so the line hopefully doesn’t get crazy… here’s hoping!
xo,
s
Jessie says
I love this house! Although, I’m not surprised a Jessie helped create something so awesome ;) haha
YoungHouseLove says
Haha!
xo,
s
Mandy says
Just wanted to say thanks for the shout out on my animal head art – I’m loving the pink she did!
YoungHouseLove says
Aw you’re welcome Mandy! We love it!!
xo,
s
littleoakcreations says
I love every Dash & Albert rug I see! Maybe someday I will take the leap. :) Nice house, reminds me a lot of your house! :)
Roxie says
Love their house and blog! Everything is fresh yet still cozy feeling.
Say hi to Boston for me! Lived just a few blocks from where you’ll be when I was in college!
YoungHouseLove says
Will do! We’re having so much fun here!
xo,
s
Jillian@TheHumbleGourmet says
I feel like that house is exactly what I’m trying to make my house into :-)
Awesome!
YoungHouseLove says
So glad!
xo,
s
Gina says
Wow!! The splashes of yellow were awesome!! Yellow never looked so good!! :) Looking forward to looking at their blog. :)
Beth M. says
With all due respect to this couple (whose home is lovely), do you guys ever feel frustrated with so many people copying your style? While this home is beautiful, it looks just like yours!
YoungHouseLove says
We definitely don’t feel like we own yellow doors and white kitchens! Haha. We’ve never seen dark soapstone counters or done a wood wall or painted a media cabinet like that, so we loved all the new things to see!
xo,
s
Megan says
I hope you like Boston! I am so bummed I could not make it to your signing tonight despite working 2 minutes from that West Elm…my grad school professor missed my memo about the YHL book tour Boston date!
Kristi says
Although I do see the similarities in this house to yours – I think their house exceptionally personal. I am in love with all of their canvas with the dates and the ruler! So cute.
I am the same way with being nosy looking at houses. When my husband and I were shopping for our house – it was such a treat for me to look around people’s houses! These House-Crashing posts are the next best thing! Keep on keepin’ on.
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks Kristi! We just love snooping around/sharing pretty houses… one and all! So excited about the future tours we have in the hopper! So many different styles/colors/ideas :)
xo,
s
Mary Ann says
They did such a great job with their home. I especially like the roman shade over the kitchen sink and that ruler.I think I could move right in!
Bob says
Perhaps it’s just me, but I’m getting sick of these house crashes. They all look the same. As if they are trying to be in a Dwell magazine from 2009. Can we please see someone’s house who takes a risk instead of shopping for ideas from the same 3-4 DIY blogs?
Danni says
Did they make that pink highchair? Is it on their blog??? Or does anyone know where it can be purchased?
I love it!
YoungHouseLove says
Hope she drops in with that info!
xo,
s
Pam the Goatherd says
The high chair might be one they made from an http://ana-white.com/ plan. The play kitchen is from an Ana White plan. I love that high chair, too!
YoungHouseLove says
So helpful Pam! Thanks for sharing that link!
xo
s
Jessie @ Cape 27 says
Danni,
The pink highchair was a thrift find and we spray painted is Kyrlon’s Watermelon. Here’s a link with more info: http://www.cape27blog.com/2012/08/painting-pint-sized-thrift-finds/
Hope this helps!
Jessie
Candace says
LOVE IT! Do you have any close-up shots of the dining room area/table?
YoungHouseLove says
So sorry we don’t, but hopefully they do on their blog!
xo,
s
Jessie @ Cape 27 says
Hi Candace,
Here’s a link to a few more shots of the dining room. It’s still a work in progress so we don’t have many!
http://www.cape27blog.com/2012/10/someday-has-arrived/
Jessie
Beth @ the Modern Home says
This is my fave house crashing yet – so many great details!
[email protected] says
Oops. You guys must be sending a lot of traffic their way. I saw the first page and then their website crashed. :)
YoungHouseLove says
So sorry! Hope it comes back up soon!
xo,
s
Sarah says
Such a sweet home. I love the DIY art! And congrats & enjoy Boston – wish I could pop down from NH to join the book signing, but alas, parenting duties trump again!
Sally says
Congrats to VA for going blue! Such an exciting night.
nikki says
i’m not sure you can answer this one as it’s really for the homeowners – can they answer here? anyway, i’m curious about the ikea kitchen cabinets… how long have they had them? what is their quality? and how are they holding up? did they use the kitchen designer service or did they plot it out on their own? if they did their own design, any regrets?
YoungHouseLove says
Oh yes they can drop in with info for ya! Hope they do soon :)
xo,
s
Jessie @ Cape 27 says
Hi Nikki,
We’ve had the ikea cabinets for about eight months and we still absolutely love them. They look and function just as great as they did on day one. We designed everything ourselves and then took the plans into Ikea, where they made a few minor tweaks to get things just right. Ikea’s online kitchen planner makes everything SO easy that we happily don’t have any regrets. We’d recommend it to anyone doing a kitchen remodel! Hope this helps!
Jessie
Harinee says
Hey nikki, if you’re looking for a review of Ikea kitchens housetweaking.com did a good long one, right from designing, buying to installing and using..
nikki says
this is very helpful — thank you! :-) .
Lee says
Hey just a quick note wondering if you guys will still be at west elm tonight? Obviously I’m stoked to meet you but hope this storm doesn’t get in the way- thanks!
YoungHouseLove says
Yes we flew in this morning without any issue and can’t wait to see everyone tonight! Definitely still on!
xo,
s
Elizabeth@ wake&gather says
Are you so excited to redo your hardwoods after seeing theirs? They look amazing!
YoungHouseLove says
Yes they looked awesome in person! They had hand-scraped details so they were awesomely textured.
xo,
s
Susanna says
D’oh! That West Elm store is right down the street from where I work and my book is supposed to arrive tomorrow! I should have planned for this better…
YoungHouseLove says
Aw man, maybe it’ll surprise you and arrive today!
xo,
s
Hailey says
Hi! Love the house-crashing.
In an unrelated note, in a post from several weeks ago, you showed a photo that caught a page of your planner, and it is the perfect size paper planner! I was wondering who made it? I am always on the hunt for the right planner. Thanks!
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks! It’s from Target and I think it’s made by Meade. Hope it helps!
xo,
s
Hailey says
Thanks so much! I’ll check it out! :)
Sam says
Adore the kitchen!! The whole house really!! You managed to get some great shots without natural light (I still kinda suck in that area), thumbs up!!
xx
YoungHouseLove says
That was all John! He worked some magic in the dark. Haha!
xo,
s