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I can't be too sure - but I think I actually subletted this place for about 3 months when I first moved back from NYC in 2002? If it's on Westerly then bingo, it's got to be the one. That said, I LOVED the space and dreamt of renting it myself. Somewhere, I still have several sketches I did from that balcony with downtown/palm tree views. AMAZING job Matt, and congrats on all the improvements, with a friendly open minded owner as well!!

Just to throw my opinion and experience into the mix .. I disagree about leaving the tile alone. Rustoleum makes a FABULOUS ultra pure white tub and tile epoxy that is durable and perfect for tile. I have used it in a similar situation as yours and we couldn't be more pleased with the results two years later.

Lighting and shower curtains are helpful but even more so against a clean pure white. Your wood will look far more elegant and purposeful against white than the tan color you have now- which is making the overall appearance more dated than the wood itself does.

Here is the exact product I am talking about. Do not settle for another brand, which tend to be almond or off white colored. This is bright, pure white and I swear by it. Rustoleum Tub and Tile Kit White

Good luck with whatever you decide!

This is MAGIC for Pilates at home: http://www.elliehermanpilates.com/pilates-springboard/

She has amazing customer service, and offers a much better deal than if you order from Balanced Body or other outlets.

I wholly recommend one of these if you can afford it. It's cheaper to buy direct from Ellie Herman than anywhere else (Balanced Body, for example) since she has lowered the price to make room for shipping cost. She invented this piece of equipment.
They are also excellent with communication, fast shipping and followup emails.

Mount this onto your wall and there is nothing you cannot do to tone, strengthen and awesomize the core. There are even cardio workouts you can do with this wall unit. I absolutely LOVE mine and cannot say enough good things about this springboard!

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Bepsf is right. Replace the floor. especially if there is a wave in the floor, i would imagine the paint would endure more wear and stress in those areas and probably look worse than whatever linoleum you have in place now. If it were me, I would employ a stop gap in the meantime with some durable Flor carpet squares or some sort of mat until you can devote the time and resources to a more permanent solution.

Also, to Bepsf, I totally want to have drinks with you sometime if you are ever in Los Angeles. We agree on a lot of things and your viewpoint always make me smile or laugh! Anyhoo. Cheers! -E

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You're gonna need some supplies!

Very nicely executed! Congratulations on the great vision and smooth skills to pull it off.

A copy of You Can Heal Your Life, Louise Hay. Greatest umbrella for everything we face in life.

We have a very similar kitchen situation; our is a 5'x6' space and our solution was to replace our stove with a stainless steel stovetop and install a dishwasher beneath it. Sink is to the left with a small (one foot) section of counter space between the stove and sink.

In such a small space, the dishwasher is a lifesaver and restorer of sanity. Before the dishwasher we were constantly having to wash dishes by hand which left very time or energy for actual cooking. How depressing, right?

I agree with Overture here. Standing to the side of the sink to load will be a quick killjoy in your space.

btw I found both my stovetop and dishwasher on Craigslist from a homeowner who was mid-reno for a whopping total of $225.00. Dreams can come true. :)

bepsf's right, again: everything goes with black. and that is one gorgeous floor you have there. enjoy!