inspired bedroom, this is the one they'll enjoy. If they're looking for a more contemporary look, we have another guest room with that look.

shop/garage, I'd still like to tackle this project when it's warmer. This is probably a good project to post here on HT :-)

thing stopping me is "Where will I put it?" Never enough room for all the great finds I'd love to redo. Once again...I totally LOVE the redo!

kitchen you may want to use the same counter material for your backsplash. Pattern comes in forms some people don't recognize. There is pattern in the grain of wood and/or laminate flooring; pattern in the countertop material (eg. large splotches of color in granite for example); pattern in any fabrics you may bring in or other accessories. Again, make sure the undertones work well together with your countertops, cabinets and flooring, if you choose a different material for your backsplash. I saw a kitchen redo that had spared no expense. High end everything. The problem was they picked countertop, backsplash, cabinet colors, etc. from different stores and it was all toooooo busy together! I'm quite certain they loved each element in and of itself, however when all those were put together, it appeared as if there was no plan to the look. It looked like a showroom where a company was trying to display every high end thing they sold. NOT what one should do in a home situation. Dagmar, get pics of your dream look and don't be afraid to copy it :-) After all "imitation is a sincere form of flattery" :-) My guess is since you're choosing white cabinets, a wonderful timeless look, you've got fabulous ideas for your finished kitchen. Cannot wait to see it here on hometalk :-)

of painted brick" and you'll be able to find photos to show him how beautiful it can look. Or.....just go ahead and do it some weekend while he's away! Like the old saying goes "It's easier to ask for forgiveness than permission." Haha! Of course after 43 years, I think you outta just do it! :-)