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La casa Smitty
Well, folks, we did it! We finally tweaked, organized, straightened, and swept our place good enough to snap a few pics that we can be proud of. I’d like to do a more detailed series of each room and some step-by-step DIY tutorials later on, but today I’ll giving you the whole shabang in a nutshell.
Let me back up. When we moved back to western Oklahoma about five years ago, we were on the hunt for a house that suited our family of two. We knew we’d be here a while because of Jbird’s job, and we wanted to settle down close to family. After not having much luck in the house hunting department, we realized that the seemingly unattainable big city loft-style living could actual become reality in this small town.
Shortly after, we found an amazing place to transform into the home of our dreams. Built in the 1920’s for doctor and dentist offices, the downtown building happened to be just right for our budget.
You really must see the beginnings of this crazy undertaking. I encourage you to take a look at these before reading on.
As you can see, my sweet, skinny, wonderful Jbird had quite a vision. One that gave me heart palpitations just thinking about its enormity. One that, at times, made me want to kick him in his precious nutsies. But, I can honestly say, I am glad he/we pressed on and made it happen. I am so blessed to get to live in a lovely home that we can share and enjoy with family, friends, and the occasional innocent pedestrian that lets themselves in only to find my husband and son eating Marshmallow Mateys in their underwear. I love it.
I also love that during the process, in the midst of the craziness of tearing down lath and plaster in the wee hours of the morning, I wiped the sweat from my dusty brow and saw this. It was the only thing taped to a lonely board waiting for the ol’ chopperoo.
Doesn’t get much cooler than that.
The almost two years of sleep-deprived Jbird looking like a human-sized dust bunny was totally worth it. Take a look.
Shoot! How’d that get in there?
I am so grateful for my hardworking, loving husband for following through and making our dreams come true. I am honored to share this wonderful place with my three best boys.
Come see us sometime!
Special thanks to Caleb Wilkerson from iamgravelveins Photography for these amazing shots! Also, thanks to Adeline for helping me choose and tweak. Love you guys!*Go here for more photos
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Comments
Wow! I knew you were awesome when you were at Camp—but this is REALLY awesome! Good job!
By Kristy on Apr 21, 2011 - 12:49pm
I can’t believe the transformation. Dorm life would have been better if you could have done that for Roger’s Hall.
By Nikki Haws on Apr 21, 2011 - 12:58pm
So totally jealous of this. It’s UH-MAZE-ING
By Danielle on Apr 21, 2011 - 12:59pm
WOW! I love this so much! I’ll trade you houses..
The doors off your master (I think) remind me of the doors we had in elementary school 20-some-odd-years ago. Also, the doors where you see the detective’s name written on the frosted glass in black.. cue in some super attractive woman dressed in black…
P.S. The Hammond family is still enjoying our Smitty Baby book!
By Sarah Hammond on Apr 21, 2011 - 1:01pm
Changed bed in Arlo’s room???
By sharon on Apr 21, 2011 - 3:53pm
Wow. That’s all I have to say.
By bobbi on Apr 21, 2011 - 4:37pm
So. Very. Cool.
By Jodi on Apr 21, 2011 - 4:43pm
Totally amazing home and so is the family that lives there.
By Aunt Cindy on Apr 21, 2011 - 5:59pm
Meridith & Jason! I think my original post was too long. I am beyond impressed. What an inspiration! Way to go!
By Mona Beth Wagner on Apr 21, 2011 - 7:30pm
Ahhh, the loft.
How I love Thee.
I still can’t get over how beautiful everything is.
If you four happen to move out anytime soon, I wouldn’t mind taking it off your hands.
Just throwin’ that out there.
By Rachel on Apr 21, 2011 - 10:37pm
Oh goodness, I couldn’t love it any more and I don’t even know you guys!
W’s room is my favorite. Love the hidey-hole!
Now, in the green room: looks like those are 4x6 photos above the sofa? Can we get some details on how those are mounted?
By EG on Apr 22, 2011 - 6:04am
Wyldie, you better save a spot for Grammy in your hidey hole!
By Gmama on Apr 22, 2011 - 2:57pm
Super cool! What will the next project be? <Smile>
By Jan Cole on Apr 22, 2011 - 5:58pm
You two are amazing!
By Milli on Apr 24, 2011 - 5:42pm
I just finished looking at all the pics. Very impressive!! I like the comparison where you let us see the first stages of tearing out the old wall studs. Very well done; the construction, and this picture series.
By Ron Smith on Apr 25, 2011 - 7:52pm
This is beyond impressive…Saw it on Apartment Therapy and was completely blown away (cue Wayne and Garth…We’re not worthy). Very cool…Congrats!
By Gina Diaz on Apr 28, 2011 - 12:21pm
Saw your post on Apartment Therapy. As an (former) Oklahoman, it was great to see those former downtown buildings brought back to life. This is the reason why I became an architect and urban designer. Great job.
By Drew D on Apr 28, 2011 - 12:51pm
Just saw this on Apartment Therapy and all I can say is AMAZING! Can you please share the name of the blue on the stairway? It’s just color I’m looking for.
By Mariah on Apr 29, 2011 - 4:22am
You buddy Dave shot me an email this morning with a link to your AT post and you guys… your place brought tears to my eyes. Not only because I’m insanely jealous (in a good way) but because I’m so proud that this space is in Oklahoma. And then after visiting your blog I’m not only convinced that I need a super kid-unfriendly (joke) loft but that I need some kids too. You guys even make parenting look rad.
Enough gushing. I’m going to go sob into a pillow now.
By Kathleen on Apr 29, 2011 - 1:00pm
Thanks, everyone!!
@Mariah it’s Sherwin Williams intense teal SW6943. Hope that helps!
By Meridith on Apr 30, 2011 - 9:48am
You have a wonderful home and an adorable family! Did you paint your fridge with chalkboard paint?!
By Stephanie on May 23, 2011 - 11:05am
What did you do with the storefront space? Are you living on the mainfloor at all? Do you have any pictures of the skylight too? Love the loft living in a small town!
By tracey on Jun 1, 2011 - 10:08am
Whoa. Will you come help me with my house?
By Amy | She Wears Many Hats on Jun 24, 2011 - 8:03am
Woah. I am blown away. I have so many questions, the chief of them being: where did you score the awesome green sofa?
By zach on Aug 11, 2011 - 5:10pm
Buy and stock up consumables like shampoo, socks, stationery, under garments etc.. to last you for the rest of the year.
By singapore sales on Aug 16, 2011 - 3:25am
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