Wednesday, August 21, 2013

TOP 20 - #10 - COUNTER SPACE/GOURMET ISLAND

I LOVE THE AMOUNT OF COUNTER SPACE IN THE ROME'S KITCHEN WITH THE INCLUSION OF THE GOURMET ISLAND! 

 THIS HAS BEEN PARTICULARLY AWESOME WHEN THE SPACE IS NEEDED TO ENTERTAIN AND ADDITIONAL SEATING! THE FOOD FOR ENTERTAINING IS EASILY SPREAD THROUGHOUT THE COUNTER. 
 I CAN ALSO PRESENT THE FOOD IS A LOVELY FASHION WITHOUT IT BEING CRAMPED UP!

THE SPACE ON THE GOURMET ISLAND IS SO HUGE THAT IT'S IMPOSSIBLE TO WIPE THE ISLAND WITH SEVERAL STROKES.  

WE MUST TRAVEL AROUND THE ENTIRE ISLAND TO BE SURE THE ENTIRE ISLAND IS WIPED CLEAN!
I AM NOW USING A GRANITE CLEANER AND SEALER WHICH LEAVES THE GRANITE FEELING SOFT AND LOVED!  

BEYOND THE GOURMET ISLAND IS THE COUNTER SPACE ALONG THE SINK AND COOKTOP.  WE HAVE PLENTY OF SPACE FOR A SMALL TELEVISION ON THE COUNTERTOP WHICH DOES NOT DISTURB PREPARATION FOR COOKING AND WE CAN WATCH SHOWS WHILE WASHING DISHES OR COOKING!

I ALSO LOVE THE EXTRA COUNTER SPACE FOR THE KEURIG WHICH HAS IT'S OWN HOME NEXT TO OUR DOUBLE OVEN CABINETS. OUR OWN PERSONAL COFFEE NOOK!

WAIT....THERE'S MORE...WE HAVE ADDITIONAL COUNTER TOP SPACE ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE FRIDGE FOR OUR LANDLINE PHONE WHICH I REFUSE TO BE WITHOUT. HAVING A LANDLINE STILL IN OUR HOME GIVES ME THE ASSURANCE THAT WE WILL STILL HAVE PHONE SERVICE FOR TIMES LIKE SANDY'S EVENT.  IF YOU DON'T HAVE A VEHICLE THAT CHARGES YOUR PHONE, YOU ARE SHORT! OKAY, THAT WAS A QUICK SIDEBAR!!  

****excuse the CAPS--i was shouting out loud how much I love the counter space we have from all angles in the kitchen...can't you tell how excited I am--not to mention it would nice to have more***  :)  
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17 comments:

  1. chateaunadineAugust 21, 2013 at 3:57 PM

    I LOVE MY KITCHEN TOO!! I completely understand the kitchen space needed its great when company comes by!

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    1. RickandNadaseAugust 21, 2013 at 4:00 PM

      Hi Nadine, the counter space is so plentiful that it makes being in the kitchen pleasurable. The only thing having to clean up afterward which I don't mind because I LOVE THE SPACE more! :)

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  2. Maria@SavingQueenAugust 21, 2013 at 4:13 PM

    Pictures, pictures, pictures!!! LOL :-)

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    1. RickandNadaseAugust 21, 2013 at 5:06 PM

      Just texted you the pictures. Let me know what you think.

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  3. UnknownAugust 21, 2013 at 9:11 PM

    My husband just bought me one those giant triple slow cookers and I CANNOT WAIT to see it in action on my island!!!

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    1. RickandNadaseAugust 21, 2013 at 9:28 PM

      Hi Alyssa, I would love to see a picture of your GIANT COOKER!! Can you post it on your blog and leave your blog web address we can see your new gift or send me a picture via email to: proctorhousehold@gmail.com thank you

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    2. UnknownAugust 22, 2013 at 11:40 AM

      Mine is in storage until we move, but here's a link to one I found on Google: http://compare.ebay.com/like/380560141492?var=lv&ltyp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar

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    3. RickandNadaseAugust 22, 2013 at 2:46 PM

      Thank you Alyssa!! I will check it out. Too excited to see it!

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  4. UnknownAugust 21, 2013 at 9:56 PM

    LOVE COUNTER SPACE ALSO! (I am also shouting out of how much I love it)

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  5. Maria@SavingQueenAugust 21, 2013 at 10:31 PM

    Here is the color pallet on another blog that I was referring to: http://blog.houseoffifty.com/2009/02/kitchen-family-room-redesign-wall-paint.html

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    1. RickandNadaseAugust 22, 2013 at 2:34 PM

      Yes Maria, this is similar to my color palette. I knew the grey family would mute the other colors to create a fantastic blend. My color palette for the main floor is grey, cream, espresso, accent color orange/brass. I love the blog you sent to me.

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  6. JoifulAugust 21, 2013 at 11:59 PM

    That is the best part of the Rome to me! The counter space in the Rome is what brought me to Ryan. That kitchen is endless! btw, I want some pictures too! :-(

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    1. RickandNadaseAugust 22, 2013 at 2:45 PM

      Hey Joiful!!!!! Miss you!! Yes, it is huge when you choose the gourmet island. The pictures on the blog will try to find them.

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  7. dwtimes2August 25, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    Confession time!! No shocker here though, I HATE to COOK, lol, yup I said it I hate cooking, so I adore and love the way my kitchen looks, but dont get too excited to cook in it!! Im more of a simple cooker, grill hamburger, crock pots and chicken stir fry...I love the outdoor stuff much better...Im always playing around out there instead of in the kitchen anyday...cooking is necessary... not enjoyable...........takes all kinds huh?? LOL

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  8. dwtimes2August 25, 2013 at 8:09 AM

    Ok side bar....we noticed last night that when we were outside on our patio at night with the fire that you can clearly see in our home, BUT if you go inside and try to see us outside on the patio, you can't see shit!? Ok, shouldnt it be the other way around? So I cant see a trespasser, but he can see me? Are my windows correct? Gonna blog about this today.

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  9. UnknownAugust 31, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    What's the name of the cleaner and sealer? My parents have granite and I noticed you can't just wipe it down with many other cleaners, as it leaves a lot of smears.

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