What a fantastic opportunity for your family! As for the bottom floor - part for parking maybe but definitely turn it into some sort of home workshop for carpentry. How ideal to have everything y...

Could be that an animal died in the walls? Is there a basement?Mayo factory nearby? Is a neighbor cooking cabbage nearby?

W.O.W. It's like a vacation getaway I would totally love to stay in. About the rug - not having one makes it feel roomy and spacious. I think adding one would begin to give it a cluttered feeling...

So glad you went with the granite....as for the sofa and wall color, I think that was a daring choice and it really paid off! It looks totally cozy and I love the frame around the tv. Only thing ...

Maybe if you want to keep the white, you could change out the bedside table to something with cleaner lines, to conceal the books etc., and some kind of headboard which coordinates with the bedside...

I am sorry to disagree, but the brick gives your space such a natural, warm feel. Are you sure you want to do this?

love the layout of the space, particularly the natural flow between the dining area through the living area...

Love how cozy it is, without feeling cramped - would love to see the bath! IKEA bed?