The living room

The living room in this house is a gorgeous and comfortable place. The front porch on many foursquares limits the available space inside, but the previous previous owners (ppo's) had decided to enclose the porch and create a small sitting area, plus large front closet. While we're not so fond of the brick facade outside (and may one day paint that white), the design of the enclosure inside accentuates the stone fireplace--the standout piece in the living room.

While the floors are pretty worn and the fireplace needs a cleaning, it has become a very livable space. Plans for it include turning the closet into a 1/2 bath (which is needed on this level) and resanding the floors eventually (when the toddler gets a little bigger).

Eric wants to turn this space into the dining room with a large meadhall-style table with benches and two stuffed chairs by the fireplace. I have to say it isn't a bad idea at all.