Move the sink to under the higher windows. A double deep sink would be really handy.

@giuliettabresadola2201

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I see it the same way. I wouldn’t want to walk to the other building to rinse out the brushes etc. 😀

My interior designer brain immediately relocated the basin under the clerestory windows (the high ones) so that you keep a big washing space in the main area ... and you don't see it immediately when you walk in. ;)

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Your designer brain is absolutely right! Atm the sink is an eye sore. It has to go :)

I would take out the small sink and shower and put in a big basin. Get ride of the sink in the main studio area. What potential of space! Wonderful

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

I love your idea!

@LeslieNicole

11 ай бұрын

Oh, that’s an even better idea than mine was! (To just take out the big sink.)

For what it’s worth …if you move the sink along the wall under the high window…you can have valuable wall space AND keep easels to work different aspects around the room. PERFECT!

Laura, I’m so excited for you and Ritchie!! This studio/work compound is going to be such an amazing thing for you! I literally gasped when you walked into your painting studio - the light is so amazing 😄 For what it’s worth, I’d vote to eliminate that sink…wall space is so precious!! So excited to see how you fill out your space 🎉

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Julie! It's a dream come true, and yes the sink must be eliminated 🤣

Laura you are so fortunate to get this space. There are so many possibilities. Perhaps you should live with it for awhile before making big changes. Personally I like my basin in my messy work area.

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, and I agree with you. I keep saying that to Richie that we should wait and see how it feels. I think he is just in the mood to rip things out and renovate. Don't worry though, I have banned him from my studio for the moment!!

Very exciting 😀 can't wait until you show us the finished renovations 😊 real life art classes? Art retreats???❤

Wow. A gardener's dream property. The upkeep on the garden alone will be a lot. The studio is dreamy. I would relocate the sink to another part of the studio space, especially since there's already water lines. To clean up right where you work is important. Walking to another area with your hands full might be okay, but in reality, having one right there is crucial. Your husband might think a short walk will be okay, but you're the one who would actually be doing it so do what works best for you.

Looks amazing. Art retreats sounds like a wonderful idea too. Congratulations Laura on the purchase.

So much light and storage! How wonderful to have that space. Enjoy the process of making it your own!!

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. We are already having so much fun renovating and figuring out where stuff is going to go! A dream project :)

Im so excited for you two!! Im so envious of that garden as well!! You all work so hard. You deserve a wonderful space like this! One thought, go ahead and either get rid of the one sink in the studio if you use the one in the bathroom for clean up. Otherwise I would move it so its not blocking that wall. I think you’re going to find it messy and a pain to have to go to that other shed every time you need a sink.

PLEASE do an “after” video when y’all get it all set up how you want it! Would love to see the home offices, the studios, all of it!

You've won the jackpot with that property! I don't I'd ever leave! Wow!!! Sheds galore! And such a gorgeous garden too. Hi from subtropical Brisvegas. 👋

It would be so easy to build a wall on wheels which you can move anywhere in the room as well as use both sides of. And, bonus, much cheaper than replumbing! The whole property is amazing!

The sound is great considering it’s empty. This has a great feel to it and I’m soooo jealous of the garden. 😂❤️❤️

@LauraHornArt

15 күн бұрын

I love the garden! 🌿 Truly my happy place

I like working on easels because I can move them if the light changes throughout the day

Congratulations Laura! Looking out of your office is a beautiful Zen like garden feeling. The 1950s home is in great shape. I would do the art studio first of course. What a beautiful garden and it even comes with lettuce 😀 I want a garden like that! It probably just needs pruning and that's it. Make sure you take time for tea and don't burn yourself out❤

Congratulations Laura and Richie. You guys have worked so hard and I'm stoked about your new property. Having separate work and home spaces will make a big difference. Dreamy garden and all that storage. My art space is crammed into our family lounge and is slowly taking over. I can't find anything! 😂 I'm in awe of what you guys have achieved and can't wait to see you develop this property. I think your studio might need a comfy couch or a couple of armchairs thrifted, vintage/retro styles. Somewhere to chill and even catch a nap in your workspace. Security cameras are handy on a big property so you can see who's coming and going if either of you are working alone. Yup, you don't need the second sink in your workspace. You have the small sink in your studio bathroom plus the other room you showed us with a sink. I think it might be helpful to have a wall space as well as an easel for your larger work. So much potential everywhere. I'm confident you guys will make this place incredible because you are both creative. ❤🎉

Ok ok this is cool, but, hear me out: ART RETREATS. My bag is packed!

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Wouldn't that be fab!!

@suzyschwarz4202

Жыл бұрын

Congratulations!

@anjalockwood8155

Жыл бұрын

Me too 😅

@joanneleclerc4168

10 ай бұрын

Oh yes!! What a great idea!!

@euenie970

10 ай бұрын

What an exciting new adventure fir you..all the very best wishes fir your new adventure😊

You have found a gem for your office and studio! The gardens and the sheds are so wonderful too. Love the barn wood on the outside of your shed for a photo background. 😊

What a beautiful art space. Maybe you could move the sink and counter to the right under the smaller window. That would give you your painting wall with still enough room for the table.

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Great suggestion, I am so grateful for all the comments and helpful tips about the sink, it has made me realise how much I want to free up that wall :)

What about if you put a big basin in the shower's place and get rid of the small basin in the studio bathroom area? Then you won't need the sink that's taking up the wall space. You will get all that wall space back, and still have access to water/toilet in the same building.

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

That's definitely an option. I do want to keep at least one basin in the studio as it would be so handy to have it right there. I'm just not sure if I need three basins - hmm 🤔

@breeedge2269

Жыл бұрын

@Laura Horn Art definitely. I use so much water when i make art, having to travel any further than a few steps for it is a massive tragedy and I would not be down for that 😂🤣

Thanks for sharing- so much possibility! In response to your question about the sink, I suggest moving it to under the high back window. Keep the possibility of working on the wall - and also it will be nice to have a big wall to display any large pieces. I have always worked on easels and I wish I had a big wall!! Have fun figuring it all out. A dream project!

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the tour! I am going to sit with it for a while, but I do suspect I will eventually claim that wall back :) It's certainly a dream project for us! We can't believe our lucky stars. Places like this are hard to find.

Easels are great because you can move them to where the best light is

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

I might try an easel, just to see how I feel about it and to chase the light!

Definitely move the sink. I just switched from using an easel to painting standing on the wall. I recommend the wall! Easels wobble with big canvases on them.

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

I agree, the sink has to go!!

Such a beautiful space. Love the gardens and all of the natural light. Congrats on finding such a delightful space in which to create. 💜

SO much potential in this space!! I love gardening as much as painting so this is such a dream space for me. It's also so fun to have outbuildings, each with their specific purpose and personality. I vote to get rid of that big bulky sink in your painting space - not only will you give yourself a big wall, it will also feel more beautiful and peaceful. I agree with Richie that large sink in the other building looks great for washing brushes, and the little sink in the bathroom can work, too! I'd figure out some sort of brush drying rack to put in that shower.

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, and I agree with you!! That wall needs to be freed up :)

Congratulations on claiming CREATIVE SPACIOUSness! I trust the ripples of creativity from you and Richie will be a boon to all of us in your network of learning and expressing.

Beautiful house and studio, impressive storage, lovely garden, wonderful possibilities. Have you considered naming your property?

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, the storage and garden really sold it for me! I hadn't thought about naming the cottage, what a lovely idea!!

Congratulations Laura, just so, so happy for you. What a wonderful blessing for you all. All the best with this new venture. How absolutely wonderful. ❤❤❤

This is an artists heaven. I love every inch of it. The gardens the out buildings. I live in the mountains and my studio is in a reworked shed with heat and air. I am looking forward to seeing how you fix it up. What a fun adventure you have ahead of you.

Looks like a little piece of paradise! Love the garden and all the space you have now. Enjoy 🍀💐

What a beautiful house - gorgeous energy!! In your studio you could block up and cover the smallest window at the back and use it as a blank wall just a thought so you don’t have to move the sink but as you are used to using a wall as an easel it’s probably best to keep that system. Good luck with the renovation and beginning work I look forward to seeing the progress!! Lucky lucky girl!! ❤

❤ congrats on your new home Studio it’s got great energy and I’m sure you and your family will be very happy with the beautiful bonus. Have a lovely garden.

What an incredible place! I thought I was lucky to have 2 bedrooms as my studio, this is amazing...the garden, all the wondows and light, congratulations!

Congratulations! What a marvellous space, I can imagine how beautiful you'll make it and how happy you'll live in there! Enjoy!

I'm really thrilled for you both and am looking forward to seeing how you update and renovate your gorgeous new studio

So for your sink, I see in the right corner, there seems to be a washroom so why not bring your sink in that corner, less expenses to get the water to your big sink and completely out of the way and big wall, it is going to be great! Congratulations!!❤

16:11 this could be a nice area to move those shelves to that you're moving out of the house. And I agree with the idea to move the sink out of your art room, and you do have a small sink anyway in the loo area. Wonderful purchase, really happy for you 👍

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, and great idea about re-purposing the shelves :)

The sink may be better positioned under the little top window….freeing up your large wall space. You have a lovely home.

I’m so happy for you both, it’s a fantastic space with so many options. For the studio, I would take out the shower and make that a good big sink area. Going to another building to wash your brushes etc. will get old really quickly. But whatever you do, enjoy! 😊

So very excited for you! (Missing you on KZread). Hope all is going well, and hope we get to see it all set up. ❤️✝️🌹✝️❤️

Will you do a video of the transformation and makeover of these art rooms and spaces?❤

Work basin closer to the window, ooh didn't see the extra shed for cleanup, perfect. Lovely space.

this was soooo fun to see Laura - I enjoyed every second and I would be out there painting that garden all the time! It would be hard to pull me back inside to work 😂

Oh my!! Love the house and studio. Good find! Regarding the sink in the studio, it wouldn't take much to move it to under that wall on its right. That way you get your wall space and the sink is more over to that other part of the room and not in the 'painting' area.

The property is awesome. Love your studio. Relocate the basin but keep it in the studio as i think you will be disappointed not having one handy and enjoy painting on that wall.

move the sink and counter under the transom windows just to the right of its current location.

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

This is a great idea that we are considering. Thank you!

Congrats! How exciting for you! What a lovely property. You will have so much fun making it your own. As for your studio, I've found that whenever we bought a new place, there were some things that I really had to live with for awhile to see what would work for me. Maybe that extra studio is yours. I know, nobody wants to go through a reno after getting settled in, but at least by then you will really know what works best for you. Best of luck in your new place!

Everywhere is perfect, you have such possibilities! I’d leave the sink where it is for the moment and try using an easel or two. They’re movable and convenient. Congratulations on this new space, I’m excited to see what follows.

Have fun updating! What a dreamy property! Enjoy! :)

I definitely would move the sink to the corner with some cabinets and counter so you can use the wall, and also try some easel work too! Beautiful spaces and gardens for art!

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you and yes I think I will do both, move sink and try an easel.

Amazing property Laura! Super exciting for you both! Personally, I reckon keep the basin in the main studio, just move it into the corner. It could be more practical & convenient if you're in the studio late or when its the dead of winter. I'm not sure about you, but I am less inclined to walk in a dark garden or in the cold/wet just to go wash brushes. Especially if I have to go back and forth multiple times to wash... alt. you could keep multiple jars of clean water in the studio to limit the amount of trips to rinse brushes... I look forward to seeing the progress of the property as you & Richie settle in. :)

Oh Laura, I just wanna send you a huge hug because I am so soooo happy for you 🥹 🤩🤗

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Oh Anya, what a lovely comment to read. Thank you 🙏 I'm feeling quite emotional reading all these lovely comments and well wishes, certainly feels like a giant hug :)

How wonderful! Can’t wait to see more as it progresses. I say take out the big sink in your studio. You have the little basin for small wash up needs and then, as you say, you could take bigger wash ups to the other shed. I think the space freed up to you would be worth the wee bit of extra wash up effort. In my own studio, I don’t have a basin at all so I have to walk downstairs and to the other part of the house to do my washing up. Would be more convenient in studio, but it’s not that big of a deal. Either way, it will be great to see what you decide!

I say get rid of the sink in the studio and open up your wall space. You can either use the sink in the storage area with the little one in the bathroom for quick water jar changes. Or, if you want that big slop sink close to your work area, take the shower out of the bathroom and move the big basin there (and get rid of the little basin in the bathroom). But you need that wall space. Changing your work style from wall to easel to save a sink seems too big an ask.

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

I agree. The sink in its current location has to go! All the comments here have been really helpful 🙏

What a beautiful space Laura. So much light and space and inspiration! Could you move the sink under the window so you have your wall space? I can’t way to see it all come together for you!

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much and yes it could be moved there, it would definitely be better than the current position. We may do away with it altogether and put a bigger sink in the toilet/shower area or reconfigure that. I definitely want that wall for painting!!

Love your spaces. I thought in your studio if you take out the long sink and then add a ply board wall covering that high windows as well and use that whole wall as a wall easel.

thank you for taking us through your beautiful new home and workspaces. Wonderful opportunities await you! What a journey and looking forward to the 'unveiling' of your renovated space. :)

Love it! What a great space for you both! So much fun to be had in making this space into your own, so exciting!

Oh my goodness. J6s spectacular!!❤. So happy for you and your family.

I would get a larger sink in a cabinet under the high window. Just slide the sink area down that wall till you get under the window.

Stunning property! Move that sink - you need the wall space!

WOWW, congratulations!! this is the DREAM! I would def get rid of that sink in the studio space, its taking up valuable space. Cheers

It's quite a property Laura and what fun !! As a gardener, I'd be out playing with those plants quite often, it's a well contained space and it appears to be quite easy to work in. I now understand why you explained one of your new hobbies is gardening ......... 🌼🌸🌼 The overall house and out buildings are amazing and you both will have so much fun remodeling to suit your needs. I'm so happy for your new space and all it have to offer. I can't wait to see the remodel, when the time comes. 🎉🎉🎉 ~ Barbie

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Barbie, a fun space for any artist/gardener, that's for sure! We're already enjoying renovating and figuring out how to use all the nooks and crannies.

@NellieandRuthDesigns

Жыл бұрын

@@LauraHornArt 🧡

Very exciting. Loved the walk-through. As to the sink in the painting area - I think it's the counter around the sink that is big - the sink is kinda small. You could set paintings on the counter though and paint - and have a ready supply of water.

I so love love love your new property and really enjoyed the tour. How exciting !!!!! Thankyou for sharing this with us !

How exciting. I would love just a bit of all that space. You’ve a lot of work to do but it’s a blank canvas and you’re going to have a lot of fun designing spaces for each of you Kathleen North Carolina USA

CONGRATULATIONS, Laura!! SUCH exciting news. Thank you for such an extensive tour......the property is absolutely MAGNIFICENT! It's as though every building, each room, crook, and cranny was tailored to you and your family's specific needs. And the GARDEN! A slice of heaven made just for you and your love of botanicals. I was born in 1950 so there are a few things that remind me of that specific time period, that warm my own heart -- right down to how those large metal doors squeak so beautifully when you're opening them. I know you and Richie have worked very hard to have this, so I could not be happier for you! xo Much love from Colorado, USA..... ♥

Wow! I was so thrilled when I had my shed studio built in the garden, but now I have cottage envy. ☺️ How far is it from your home? And will you do progress videos? I’d love to see how you change and fill all your lovely spaces. Would it be possible to put a larger sink in the bathroom area in your studio? My shed has electric, but no water, and that is something I’d love - to be able to keep brushes, sponges etc clean immediately, without having to walk back to the house, especially in bad weather!

Absolutely beautiful. Looking forward to seeing what you do with it and the art that will come out of it. Congratulations!

What an Amazing find, Laura! I would love to get something like this. Good luck with you and Richie! Can't wait to see the end result, but I'm sure it's going to be Fabulous!

Amazing! Thanks for sharing, love the cottage and gardens! Great ideas! Can't wait to see after you freshen it up and start working there. Good for you! Best of luck with the project.

Amazing property! It'll provide a lot of inspiration I'm sure. Enjoy doing it up exactly the way you want! Most exciting xx

This is beautiful! I’m so happy for you!!! A thought about your studio sink… could you make the basin in the small bathroom bigger - take out the shower and put in a counter to dry brushes on and then take the sink and counter out of the studio work area (or would the sink and counter fit into the bathroom if you took the sink & shower out that are in there)?

What a lucky find, it's perfect! I can't wait to see what you do with all of that light and space. Congratulations! May you have many, many creative hours in your new space. 🥀🌻🌺

This is awesome! Excited to see how you decorate it 😊

Wonderful space. Re the basin. Redo the bathroom into a wet/cleaning space with a good sink, take the room basin out and have that wall. I work on easels and whilst it's nice to be able to move them, it doesnt give the freedom of expression in painting.

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestions. I do feel like that might be the best long term option. I really do need that wall space :)

Congratulations! This is so adorable! I love the yellow paint!!!! You should definitely keep the sink in the main work room & do some awesome type of cabinetry work.

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Linda! I think we might re-do the shower/toilet area and put a bigger sink in there, so I can have the wall space. I love the idea of awesome cabinetry work!

Fantastic spaces Laura, so excited for you, what a wealth of opportunities! 🌟

Thank you for sharing. What an incredible property! I have been wondering...In your art studio, would it be possible to remove the sink/counter along your one big open wall space. Take out the shower and current tiny sink in the restroom, replacing them with a larger sink and counter area for washing up? Perhaps the counter could wrap around the corner like the sink/counter in your finished art storage room. By opening that restroom wall you would be able to walk right up to the sink. You could create a door for the toilet area or hang a curtain for privacy. I would appreciate having that whole long wall open to possibilities. I would also appreciate having a wash up area right where I make my messes. I currently have to walk down a long hall and down the steps to the basement to wash up. Peace.

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Great suggestions, thank you! We are looking into it :)

Move the sink but try working on easels too! Best of both worlds 😊 It looks amazing Laura! ❤ x

@LauraHornArt

10 ай бұрын

That's exactly what I am thinking!!

Hi! I´m very interesting watching what you will make out of the new workspace. Could you move the sink to the right under the window, or put a bigger sink in the toilet? Wish you a lot of fun!

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, we're exploring both those options. The sink in its current spot has to go!

Wow so lovely and so much light. I would move the sink so you have your options. Yes looks like a wonderful retreat. Congratulations! ❤❤❤

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I have found all the comments about the sink super helpful. It's definitely going or at least being relocated!

Absolutely wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Congratulations to you and your family. This is amazing and so well deserved. Best wishes and have fun. Sondra

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Sondra, we are absolutely delighted. A dream come true, for sure!

Wonderful property !! Amazon garden

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I am just as excited about playing in the garden as playing with paint in the studio!

Such an a amazing property, am very jealous of all those shed! I can feel the creativity from here. I did have a chuckle when you opened the workshop door, I would have been ducking my head looking for huge spiders and/or snakes, got to love NZ living!

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I am so used to bugs, and spiders, I don't even really think abou them. I do have a big fear of snakes though!

Congrats!!! 🎉 It’s very inspiring and animates me to finally move on and look for my dream house where my art studio will be a main part of it. 😮😊

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, and I'm delighted you feel inspired to find your dream space too. Good luck! Manifest ... Manifest ... :)

Your new place is AMAZING!

Congratulations on your beautiful new space Laura! I wish you a lot of success in working here. To answer your dilemma about painting on a wall vs an easel - I'm an easel person myself, mostly because you can move the painting up and down to adjust the proper height. Give it a try to see how it feels for you.

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ana, I definitely want to give easels a go, though I do think I will still move the sink and claim that wall space as well :)

Wow! It’s lovely, and what a beautiful garden as well! Congratulations.

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I am absolutely obsessed with the garden. So fun to potter in. Very grateful to the previous owner and all the love that she put into this place. I can feel it!

Love! Your kids may love getting into that garden too! Congratulations x Nell.

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I know my son will enjoy playing in the garden. He loves to be outside :)

I would put in glass French doors instead of the window overlooking the g Arden and your studio

What an awesome property for your needs 💙💚

What a magical property! I am very excited for your new adventure in creating a glorious space in which to do your art. I am happy for you and look forward to updates. Makes me want to move to Australia!

Wow congratulations!! I‘d free up the wall space and use the other sink. But also give easels a go! I love using easels for large paintings, it’s just what you’re used to. Have fun!

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊 And I think I will do both, free up the wall space, but also try an easel. I have room that I could experiment a little to see what works best.

It all looks and sounds wonderful, thankyou for sharing.

Wonderful potential! Set in a lovely garden. Well done on your choice of property. I would definitely remove the big basin - lots of other options for brush cleaning.

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, and that's the way I am leaning. The comments here about the basin have been really helpful.

I would move the sink just down the wall, under the window. That wall space is perfect for a painting wall and having tried easels, I know how great it is to have a place to paint that doesn't move LOL! Lovely space!

@LauraHornArt

10 ай бұрын

Thanks Tamara, I was all set to move the sink, but then I purchased a sturdy easel and I've been enjoying it more than I thought. In the long run though I think I will do both, keep the easel, but also set up the painting wall.

@tamaragrandart

10 ай бұрын

It's such a lovely space @@LauraHornArt

What a wonderful property in so many ways! You may want to consider having one small dedicated place for the kids so they can do homework as well as projects, a place they can help decorate and reflects their interests. Yes, they have the living room area but the privacy and quiet of having their own studio brings them into into studio life and not just a place to visit while counting the minutes until they return home. Hurrah for the chicken coop! …so many aspects of this property that emits positive vibes.

@LauraHornArt

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, and that's a great idea, though I am not sure how much the kids will come here. They are old enough to make their way home from school, so they may not be here that often. Though it would be nice to make it a place that they want to come to and hang out from time to time! I think they'll mostly come here if they want a lift home with us or else to visit friends that they have that live near the cottage :)