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Cedar Hill Ranch Kitchen Tour and Confessions

By Anita 71 Comments

Do you want to know my definition of the word ‘CRAZY’?

city house kitchen tour

 

That would be someone who agrees to be part of a home tour a week after she has moved into a house.

Yup, and I just realized at the Wednesday that oh yeah, I need to take photos of my kitchen, edit them in Photoshop, upload them (somewhere other than home since I have no internet until Friday afternoon) write the post, and breathe.

 

It’s like agreeing to be in a swimsuit competition the week after giving birth.  I will spare you any photos of me one week postpartum.

Well in my defense, our move was delayed at the last minute due to all of my plumbing fixtures being stolen and some other issues.  So I had no idea I would be cutting this so close.

I had planned to photograph my house before I moved in, and use those photos. Piece of cake, I thought that would be no big deal. Sounds good, right?  WRONG! I had no idea what a flurry of activity my house would be in the days leading up to our move. There were carpenters, painters, and electricians swarming my house from top to bottom. The kitchen island was piled high with paint cans and junk.

So here I am at Starbucks talking to you.  I’ll share a few details about my kitchen that I thought you might want to know.

I used a silver water pitcher to hold utensils. It’s tarnished I know. I might polish it, but then again… I might not.

I love these built-in plate racks. They are perfect for a dish nut like me.

My backsplash is a Walker Zanger crackle finish 2×6 subway tile in what they call Wedgewood blue, but it’s really very gray.  It goes well with my White River granite which is also very gray.

The fridge and freezer act as an anchor on this wall. You can see through the butler’s pantry into the dining room from here.

Notice I used a thick granite edge on the island… very worth the extra $$ in my opinion.

I opted for no special tile behind the range. I think I would tire of it, and besides, this way I can use my trays and change them out when I get bored with them.

I love the cool feet my carpenter made. Also you can see the reclaimed oak floors from this angle.
This is the hardware I used in much of the house.  I thought it was very Frenchy.

Another feature of this kitchen is the large drawer for two trash bins. I love that I no longer have a trash can sitting out.

I love these crystal door knobs I used throughout the house. Another investment, but so worth it!!

This is the butler’s pantry. I wasn’t sure what to put on these shelves but they seemed to need something big and tall. It looked like a great place to store some of my crystal.

This is a shot inside the pantry.  I love that they put a granite shelf in here.  I made Mr. CH put his Keurig in here. And that’s a wrap!!

I want to give my builder, Ridgewater Homes another shout out, LOVE my house.

I hope you enjoyed the tour. (I plan to take a nap today, in case you are wondering…) I’ll be sharing my entire house on the blog in the coming weeks, so if you want to see more, be sure to subscribe to Cedar Hill Ranch!!

 

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Comments

  1. Confessions of a Plate Addict says

    August 23, 2013 at 11:41

    It’s beautiful, Anita! I love every detail…especially those upper cabinets! Can’t wait to see the rest of your house!…hugs…Debbie

    Reply
  2. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

    August 23, 2013 at 11:51

    Gorgeous details and can’t wait to see much much more. Now, go take that nap.

    Reply
  3. Anne says

    August 23, 2013 at 11:57

    Your kitchen is beautiful.I bet you are exhausted!Hope you have time to kick back and relax 🙂 .
    xx
    Anne

    Reply
  4. Pat says

    August 23, 2013 at 12:04

    I’ve been waiting with anticipation for your tour, Anita. It is as gorgeous as I imagined. I will be back with J, later. I want him to see all the details of your kitchen.

    Reply
  5. Christy Our Southern Home says

    August 23, 2013 at 12:06

    Anita,
    Your kitchen makes me swoon! I have enjoyed following your construction journey! Looking forward to the house tour! ~Christy

    Reply
  6. The enchanted home says

    August 23, 2013 at 12:20

    Anita this is SPECTACULAR!! Wow you have outdone yourself and you did it all so fast. You are amazing…enjoy it, absolutely gorgeous!!

    Reply
  7. Karen Albert says

    August 23, 2013 at 12:30

    Anita, so beautiful! What an accomplishment. Did you find out who stole your plumbing fixtures?

    xoxo
    Karena
    2013 Artist Series:Anne Harwell

    Reply
  8. lynn says

    August 23, 2013 at 12:32

    such a fabulous kitchen, anita! thanks for sharing the building process:)

    Reply
  9. Shana Franks says

    August 23, 2013 at 12:39

    Your kitchen is AMAZING! You are SO lucky 🙂 I love every little detail!

    Reply
  10. Julie {Lilacs and Longhorns} says

    August 23, 2013 at 12:48

    Absolutely beautiful! Every detail is gorgeous. Can’t wait to see the rest of the house!
    You are Wonder Woman getting it all done in record time. Now go get that nap!!

    Reply
  11. Peggy Thal says

    August 23, 2013 at 12:53

    Your kitchen turned out just gorgeous!! Love the huge fridge and also the great pantry. I would just take away your tray and add something more modern in glass or silver maybe. You have a most perfect kitchen with a great design. Enjoy!

    Reply
  12. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    August 23, 2013 at 13:01

    What a dream kitchen…not a detail left out…you and your builder created a kitchen of great beauty, style and function…gorgeous!

    Reply
  13. Amber says

    August 23, 2013 at 13:13

    Looks amazing! I love all the little touches you did. Congratulations on your new home!!

    Reply
  14. Robyn says

    August 23, 2013 at 13:19

    What a fun kitchen! Thanks for the inspiration

    Reply
  15. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    August 23, 2013 at 13:46

    Oh my goodness, your kitchen is a dream for sure. I love it all. Can’t wait to see more. Hugs, marty

    Reply
  16. Betsy@ coastal-colors says

    August 23, 2013 at 14:04

    Anita, your kitchen is gorgeous! A dream kitchen! I love the granite with the crazed subway tile- fantastic choice! Your chandeliers are stunning! Thanks for the tour!

    Reply
  17. Pat@Life At Lydias House says

    August 23, 2013 at 15:01

    Absolutely beautiful and I LOVE your hardware!

    Reply
  18. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    August 23, 2013 at 15:12

    Anita your kitchen is GORGEOUS!!!!
    I can’t wait to see more!

    Reply
  19. Revi says

    August 23, 2013 at 15:26

    My, oh my…so much beauty per square foot – LOVE your kitchen, Anita.
    -Revi

    Reply
  20. Andrea says

    August 23, 2013 at 15:39

    Absolutely gorgeous! Having just gone through a kitchen reno myself, I know what’s involved! You have outdone yourself in this space!

    Reply
  21. Kathysue says

    August 23, 2013 at 16:08

    Anita, you are one ambitious lady! To say I Love your kitchen is an understatement. The first image almost made me gasp, I absolutely LOVE it!! Great job and thank you so much for going through with the tour, I am not sure I could have done it, you are quite the trooper,
    Kathysue

    Reply
  22. Erin~Just*Grand says

    August 23, 2013 at 16:17

    What a gorgeous kitchen! And what a bundle of energy of are! Love you clean traditional elegant style. Wonderful!

    Reply
  23. Mary@mydogsmygardenandmary says

    August 23, 2013 at 16:20

    Anita, what a beautiful kitchen. I would never leave it. You must be so happy to finally be in your dream home. Congratulations and enjoy!
    Mary

    Reply
  24. Nancy says

    August 23, 2013 at 16:49

    Oh my!! Absolutely LOVE all the details. The crackle finish on the tile is scrumptious!! And the built in plate rack? JEALOUS!!! Love, love, love your butler’s pantry!! So excited to see the rest of the house!!

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  25. Michele @ The Nest at Finch Rest says

    August 23, 2013 at 16:51

    Oh my goodness, first off wow to handling your stress so well.

    Your plumbing hardware being stolen is truly horrifying – I am so so sorry about that. Shameful and evil.

    As for your kitchen, um GULP! You are blessed to have one of the most beautiful kitchens ever seen. WOW! even a butler’s pantry – oh how I would looooove my antique teacups and teapots in there, lucky gal!

    I was so excited about the kitchen tours that I actually posted mine for the very first time.

    You are all so truly inspiring.

    Have a wonderful nap and weekend.

    ~Michele

    Reply
  26. Yvonne @ StoneGable says

    August 23, 2013 at 16:55

    Your kitchen is absolutely gorgeous! Your attention to detail is amazing. I really love everything, especially the beautiful glass cabinets. I can’t wait to see what you make and create and do in this beautiful new kitchen and home!

    Reply
  27. Etcetorize says

    August 23, 2013 at 17:06

    I can’t enter your great giveaway, boo hoo, but still wanted to let you know that I’m totally in love with your new kitchen. It’s gorgeous! I especially love the crackle tiles. If I had a kitchen like that I might actually learn how to cook~

    Reply
  28. Cynthia says

    August 23, 2013 at 17:14

    Anita, this is just PERFECTION!!! I have been hoping to see your kitchen up close. I love all the details, the cabinets are so pretty and the glass door knobs are a great touch. I can’t wait for us to get started. Thanks for sharing. Can’t wait to see more of the house. Oh I forgot, Love the dish racks so many pretties!

    Cynthia

    Reply
  29. Elena says

    August 23, 2013 at 17:17

    Gorgeous! You did a beautiful job coordinating the bones of this kitchen. Well done indeed!

    Reply
  30. Penny @ The Comforts of Home/From Harvest To Table says

    August 23, 2013 at 17:22

    What a beautiful kitchen! I love all of the choices you made.

    Reply
  31. Cindy says

    August 23, 2013 at 17:24

    Oh my god, your kitchen is insanely gorgeous. I love all the stainless and silver with your beautiful colors… I’m pretty sure i may die from jealousy looking at it all!

    Cindy

    Reply
  32. Sarah says

    August 23, 2013 at 17:59

    Anita, your kitchen is gorgeous and so pristine in its move in mode. I know you are going to love spending time in the space. ‘-)
    Eager to see more of your new abode. ~ Sarah

    Reply
  33. JeanFB says

    August 23, 2013 at 18:11

    Wow! Beautiful! I love your tile and granite combination, and your butler’s pantry is to die for… love those beautifully detailed shelves. Oh, and yes, the knobs and the faucets are totally worth it! (We just built a house and had the fridge stolen…. does this sort of thing happen to everyone???) Thanks for the tour. Happy napping!

    Reply
  34. Melissa@TheHappierHomemaker says

    August 23, 2013 at 18:59

    Wow!! What amazing attention to detail-truly a dream kitchen!!

    Reply
  35. Courtenay@Creek Line House says

    August 23, 2013 at 20:28

    What?! OK, now that kitchen is incredible. I can’t believe I just saw that. 🙂 Also, how have you got so much unpacking done already, superwoman?

    Reply
  36. Pat Cantwell says

    August 23, 2013 at 21:52

    Anita,
    You, dear one, A M A Z E me!!!
    This kitchen is exquisite!!!
    Every cabinet, fixture, lighting, hardware, countertop, backsplash, flooring, paint colors . . .and even your poised dog!!! Did I mention the kitchen sink???
    Thank you, dear one, for inviting us into your lovely BRAND NEW Kitchen!!!
    I do believe a celebration is in order. . .in the form of a nap or a piece of that lucious cake the neighbor made. . .YOU deserve BOTH!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  37. Debbiedoos says

    August 23, 2013 at 21:59

    Well I just stumbled across my dream kitchen! How gorgeous. Congratulations.

    Reply
  38. Recreate and Decorate says

    August 23, 2013 at 23:37

    I just love your kitchen! I’m speechless!

    Reply
  39. Patty Rumaker says

    August 24, 2013 at 00:13

    Every little detail is stunning. Your kitchen is drop dead gorgeous! Thanks for sharing and I hope you get settled in quickly.
    Thanks, Patty at Home and Lifestyle Design

    Reply
  40. JP says

    August 24, 2013 at 02:06

    Anita,
    Congratulations on the completion of your dream home….your kitchen is just beautiful. Can’t wait to see more!
    JP

    Reply
  41. Atta Girl Amy says

    August 24, 2013 at 02:13

    Anita, your house is a true dream. I am in awe of your beautiful kitchen, but mostly I’m in awe of you accomplishing the task of styling, photographing and blogging about your new kitchen a week after moving in. It took me forever to get me house decorated after our move 2 years ago. What’s your secret?

    Reply
  42. Pinky at Designs by Pinky says

    August 24, 2013 at 03:14

    I am BLOWN AWAY!!!!!!!!!!!! Your new kitchen is gorgeous, functional, well thought out, every detail attended to…………what more can I say? It is GORGEOUS!!! I hope to God you got that nap:):) I know exactly how you feel. XO

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  43. Jane@Cottage at the Crossroads says

    August 24, 2013 at 03:43

    I love every single DETAIL in your kitchen, but my favorites are the crazed tile and the doorknobs! If I win the lottery, will you come plan my kitchen?

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  44. Dayle @ A Collection of This and That says

    August 24, 2013 at 04:31

    It’s just so fabulous, Anita. I know you’re so proud of it, and you should be.

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  45. Tracey Steele@Breathing English Air says

    August 24, 2013 at 08:04

    It is beautiful, Anita. I think you were so right not putting anything special behind the range because you can dress it and change it to suit your mood. I love the details like the handles.
    I am always vaguely startled when you Americans mention the thing that is attached to your freezer. That is such a rude word over here, lol. We refer to that thing as the fridge.

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  46. Dria S says

    August 24, 2013 at 12:51

    WOW… OMG WOW. Your kitchen is Stunning!!! Even if I tried I wouldn’t be able to find one thing I don’t like about it, it is Amazing!

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  47. Bliss says

    August 24, 2013 at 14:16

    The kitchen turned out as beautiful as I thought it would with you at the helm. But note to thieves….. Anita’s in the house!

    Reply
  48. Suzy Handgraaf says

    August 24, 2013 at 21:05

    Anita – your kitchen is just a dream! I can only imagine how excited you must be in your new abode. I’m so looking forward to seeing more!

    Reply
  49. Marty Walden says

    August 25, 2013 at 03:32

    Anita, you must be exhausted but you done good! It looks amazing and your eye for the details is fabulous. Thanks for joining us on our kitchen tour!

    Reply
  50. Janis@All Things Beautiful says

    August 25, 2013 at 18:59

    I am so in love with your kitchen. Your style is so beautiful. Thank you for sharing with us, and so sorry for the move in delay. Hope you are enjoying every minute in your new home!

    Reply
  51. Shannon Fox says

    August 26, 2013 at 00:58

    That first shot about knocked me out of my chair. Stunning to say the very least. I actually don’t know where to start? You are a lucky lady!!

    Reply
  52. Sherry @ No Minimalist Here says

    August 26, 2013 at 01:54

    Gorgeous, Anita! You have built my dream kitchen.
    xx,
    Sherry

    Reply
  53. Debra Oliver says

    August 26, 2013 at 22:13

    it’s just beyond fabulous, Anita. you’re living the dream!!

    Reply
  54. Katherines Corner says

    August 27, 2013 at 13:26

    Anita, it’s gorgeous, but I knew it would be. I love that you are living my dream and I am so happy you share with us my friend. Biggest hugs!

    Reply
  55. Kelly Rinzema says

    August 28, 2013 at 01:10

    Yes please! I’ll take one, as in your whole kitchen! I know you just moved in and everything but could we just pack the whole thing up and bring it to my house? 🙂 Great tour!

    Reply
  56. THE FARMHOUSE PORCH says

    August 28, 2013 at 02:47

    It’s amazing Anita!!! Dreams do come true 😀

    Excited to see it in person. You have picked out the most beautiful details…

    SHOWPLACE!!

    ♥Linsey

    Reply
  57. Jamie {So Much Better With Age} says

    August 29, 2013 at 07:46

    Did I already leave a comment? Because I’ve checked out your kitchen so many times now I can’t count! I’m checking your FB page daily to see all the additions that you’re updating us with. I LOVE your kitchen/house/impeccable taste. Gorgeous job 😉
    Hugs,
    Jamie @ somuchbetterwithage.com

    Reply
  58. LLH Deisgns says

    October 23, 2013 at 16:06

    Farm life has kept me away from the blog rounds WAY too long if I’ve missed this kind of beauty! I love every single thing about your kitchen. SO well done! I know you put a lot of thought and heart into it, and it shows! ENJOY IT!!! xoxo!

    Reply
  59. Lee says

    January 8, 2014 at 00:24

    Your kitchen is stunning, I am so envious but and have pinned an idea for my own kitchen.

    Lee

    Reply
  60. Patti says

    February 9, 2014 at 13:17

    Perhaps I missed this but what is the depth of your lovely counters? Didn’t want to use granite in my new home but you may have changed my mind!

    Reply
    • Anita says

      February 9, 2014 at 22:15

      Patti, they are standard depth.

      Reply
  61. Lee says

    April 4, 2014 at 03:12

    These are fabulous photos, your kitchen is beautiful and my dream kitchen. Do you mind if I ask what sort of camera you used and how do you get such good light? Do you use a ‘white light’ setting. Also do you use a tripod as the photo of the tap is so clear. I have bought a good camera but not getting the photos I should from it,…I really have no idea what I am doing at times when I set it to manual and press buttons!

    Lee

    Reply
  62. susan says

    October 15, 2014 at 00:26

    Hi! where on your page can I learn more about your hidden plugs? thanks!

    Reply
    • Anita says

      October 15, 2014 at 07:49

      Hi Susan,

      The hidden outlets are 3 places.

      I used them in the pantry, and you can see those in the kitchen post.
      I used them in bathrooms, you can see that here https://cedarhillfarmhouse.com/2014/08/hidden-electrical-outlets-bath.html.
      I also used them in the kitchen island, underneath the ledge, but I haven’t shown that yet. I guess I need to now!!

      I also emailed this to you.

      Reply
  63. Joni says

    October 26, 2014 at 20:03

    I’m in awe of your kitchen, and live every detail you shared! Im renovating my 140 year old home and searching for crystal door knobs. Would you mind sharing your source? Brand name, retailer name…any info would be greatly appreciated!

    Reply
    • Anita says

      October 26, 2014 at 21:58

      The brand name escapes me right now. It will come to me.

      Reply
  64. Lisa says

    November 30, 2014 at 11:56

    The china cabinet….THE CHINA CABINET….Swoooooooon

    Reply
  65. Eve West says

    June 12, 2015 at 12:15

    My husband& I love the hardware on your kitchen cabinets! May we ask where you found it? Love the fact that the handles aren’t bulky!

    Reply
    • Anita says

      June 12, 2015 at 12:41

      Eve, I bought those from a hardware wholesaler, and I don’t know the name of them. I just looked in my files and can’t find it. Sorry! I think the manufacturer is JVJ.

      Reply

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