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Summer Tour of Homes

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Today I want to participate in the “Summer Tour of Homes Link Party”. Ya’ll might be sick of seeing house tours, but wait, I actually don’t think that I have been posting too many, have I?

Well I have enjoyed seeing all the fabulous blog home tours this week and it made me want to participate at least somewhat. Did you guys follow along and see all the tours too?

This post is to link up to The Shabby Creek Cottage today. I took some new photos too.

You can also check out all kinds of other blog’s homes there that are linking up by clicking HERE. Should be fun!

summer home tour by cuckoo4design
It’s the typical Pennsylvania standard tiny home. And the outside has to stay this way but I actually have been thinking about breaking the rules to see what would happen. How about a mint green door? Or something brighter? Ha, let’s see!
summer garden tour by cuckoo4design
Our patio and rock garden is in full bloom right now
and it’s one of my favorite spots on our tiny property.
summer garden tour 2013 by cuckoo4design
summer garden tour 2013 by cuckoo4design
summer garden tour 2013 by cuckoo4design
Are you wondering what that strange thing is on the fence?
It’s our cat enclosure.
summer garden tour 2013 by cuckoo4design
And the kitties are enjoying their outdoor catio:
cat enclosure for indoor cats by cuckoo4design
cat enclosure for indoor cats by cuckoo4design
Yes, don’t say it…I know I’m crazy!
But I don’t care ๐Ÿ˜‰
It’s so hard to put yourself out there and show it all because I never feel like anything is done.
It’s an illness I think! I love our home though even if I see the unfinished projects.

Kitchen & Dining Area

KITCHEN BY CUCKOO4DESING
dining room by cuckoo4design
kitchen by cuckoo4design
You can find my kitchen pendant light HERE.
kitchen by cuckoo4design
kitchen by cuckoo4design
DIY Pierro Fornasetti plates by cuckoo4design
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Powder Room

With sharpie walls and DIY vinyl polka dots. Do I even need to say tight budget?
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Living Room
(you can see some more living room updates 
by clicking HERE and HERE)
living room by cuckoo4design
living room cuckoo4design
(Our sofa is the Claudia sofa from Macy’s by the way. Click HERE)
 
Our Bedroom
 
Magnussen studded leather bed
Magnussen leather bed
Magnussen leather bed
 
 
Our Son’s Room
Our Daughter’s Room
Her room is on the top of my makeover list and I think she is finally on board and ready to move on.
So coming fall, when we are stuck inside more again we will work on it.
I’m thinking different colors, larger headboard… I can’t wait! Stuff like that really gets me excited!
My daughter and my son  both dropped our camera,
so the pictures are pretty blurry. Sorry!
Our Hallway
So this is it!
If you are interested in seeing all the projects, then please click
HERE
to see my “projects page” and I’m sure you’ll be able to find what you are looking for.
If not, just write me an email, ok? Don’t be shy, I love hearing from you!

Thanks for stopping by.




(Youleeya)

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  1. Sonya Barker says

    June 7, 2013 at 11:11 am

    WOW! SO many fun things in your house…beautiful!
    Stopping by from Shabby Creek Cottage.

    ~Sonya
    http://athomewiththebarkers.com/

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 11:36 am

      Thanks Sonya!

  2. Julia Konya says

    June 7, 2013 at 11:37 am

    Thank Kristin, I’m trying to get better at the photo thing but my kids dropping the camera all the time sure doesn’t help.

  3. pam {simple details} says

    June 7, 2013 at 11:46 am

    I’d never tire of seeing your GORGEOUS home, Julia!!! Cute little model you share it with! ๐Ÿ™‚

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 11:53 am

      LOL, thanks. She wanted to be in the photos so badly!

  4. Sara says

    June 7, 2013 at 11:50 am

    I’ve never seen the front of your house, or the entirety of your backyard. I’m so jealous of your backyard!! SO gorgeous, you did a fantastic job. My backyard desperately needs your help lol

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 11:53 am

      Awww, thanks Sara!

  5. vintagevioletstyle says

    June 7, 2013 at 11:59 am

    Love your home! It’s nice to see a fellow Pennsylvanian here in bloggy land. ๐Ÿ™‚

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 5:56 pm

      Thanks Sarah. There aren’t too many Pennsylvanian’s in blogland, are there?

    • vintagevioletstyle says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:46 pm

      That’s what I’ve always thought too. Everybody lives in Texas or the midwest. ๐Ÿ™‚

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:58 pm

      Yup, lots of Utah and Cali action in blogland

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:58 pm

      Or like you said Texas

  6. Gillian Layne says

    June 7, 2013 at 12:02 pm

    Wow! I guarantee you, I never once thought “tight budget” when looking at your gorgeous pictures! And the awesome way you carried the deer through little details…it’s a very happy house! ๐Ÿ™‚

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 5:59 pm

      Thank you so much Gillian. And that’s what I want it to be. A happy house. I love adding silly things to the home that a lot of people don’t like ๐Ÿ˜‰ but I’m so happy when someone gets it ๐Ÿ˜‰

  7. [email protected] says

    June 7, 2013 at 12:04 pm

    You can share pictures of your house as many times as you would like Julia! I love how you have placed everything and your décor! ๐Ÿ™‚ & yes, I’ve been following the home tours all week! it’s like opening a magazine! ๐Ÿ™‚ Hope you will have a great weekend!

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:01 pm

      Thanks Ingrid and I think it’s even better than opening a magazine because it’s more personal, right?

  8. Michelle Scheibe says

    June 7, 2013 at 12:43 pm

    Nice job capturing your home in photos. It’s beautiful! Yours is actually one of the favorites I have seen. True story.

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:05 pm

      Aww thanks soooo much that just made my day!

  9. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says

    June 7, 2013 at 12:45 pm

    i love your home! it’s so beautiful, fun, eclectic, and SO you! happy weekend! oh, and last night my kids and i looked at hershey park images online- we are excited!!!! do you guys bring your bathing suits or is that separare? we are HP virgins.

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:21 pm

      Thanks so much Cassie, I’m so happy that you see the ME in it ๐Ÿ˜‰
      I’m not sure how it is in Hershey when the weather is warm.

  10. Gina Luker says

    June 7, 2013 at 1:08 pm

    Holy jackpot of beauty! I’m blown away with your gorgeous home tour. That light in your kitchen… the polkadot ceiling… I could go on for evah. Amazing job!

    Thank you so much for sharing your home on the tour!

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:21 pm

      Thank you Gina for coming over to check it out yourself. It means so much to me.

  11. Kimberly Glinski says

    June 7, 2013 at 1:20 pm

    Your house is so beautiful and creative. There are just so many good things that I can’t pick just a few. Beautiful! I’m in PA also. I wonder if we’re close? ๐Ÿ™‚

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:23 pm

      Oh thanks so much Kimberly the fellow Pennsylvanian. I wonder too ๐Ÿ˜‰

  12. [email protected] Chronicles of Home says

    June 7, 2013 at 1:21 pm

    You have the most cheerful house ๐Ÿ™‚

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:25 pm

      Thanks Jennifer!

  13. Mandy DeTurk says

    June 7, 2013 at 1:28 pm

    I love home tours and your home. Thanks for sharing!

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:27 pm

      Thanks so much and thanks for coming over!
      Have a great weekend Mandy!

  14. Kelly @ A Swell Place to Dwell says

    June 7, 2013 at 1:39 pm

    Julia, I can honestly say that your house is one of my all time favourites. It is so fresh and modern, and with your amazing talent you manage to integrate thrifty finds and DIYs with such ease.

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:28 pm

      Thanks Kelly, you always have the sweetest things to say!

  15. Angela Betlewicz says

    June 7, 2013 at 1:42 pm

    Your home is beautiful! Newest follower from HickoryTrail

    I host a linky party every tuesday, would love for you to link up!

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:31 pm

      Thanks so much Angela, I will check it out next Tuesday.

  16. Jesse Bodine says

    June 7, 2013 at 1:45 pm

    I will never ever tire of home tours and I have to say your pics are amazing!!! They look professional, Julia!!!! And of course, your home is AMAZING….I was really checking out how you created two separate sitting areas in your living room. I love that! ๐Ÿ˜‰ Jesse @ Scout & Nimble

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:35 pm

      Thanks Jesse!

  17. Marie Blackburn says

    June 7, 2013 at 2:49 pm

    Julia, I enjoyed revisiting your beautiful home. Your outdoor space is stunning! Thank you for sharing it with us today!
    [email protected] Frugalista

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:38 pm

      Thanks so much Marie!

  18. Amy says

    June 7, 2013 at 2:58 pm

    I LOVE all the details in your home, but especially your son’s bedside table. LOVE!!!

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:44 pm

      Thanks Amy his end table is one of my favorites too.

  19. Patty Day @Pattys Epiphanies says

    June 7, 2013 at 2:59 pm

    It is great seeing your home all on one post! Wow love each and every room. Thanks for putting it together for us.

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:45 pm

      Thanks so much for always coming over and commenting. It means so much to me.
      Have a wonderful weekend!

  20. Gabbi @ Retro Ranch Reno says

    June 7, 2013 at 3:34 pm

    There is no such thing as too many house tours! Especially if it’s of a house as AMAZINGGGGGGGGGG as yours! You have fantastic style!

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:46 pm

      Thanks Gabbi, it means so much to me ๐Ÿ˜‰

  21. Stacey says

    June 7, 2013 at 3:46 pm

    You are so creative and everything is gorgeous! I have to say the catio is something I’ve never seen but so clever!! Our cat isn’t allowed outside but she would sure love that and she’d be safe. Love all the colors you’ve incorporated. The big white cuckoo clock is great!

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:47 pm

      Hi Stacey and I’m sure your kitty would love it too.

  22. Shavonda says

    June 7, 2013 at 3:53 pm

    You’re home is so beautiful Julia. Love all the wonderful personal touches you’ve added. And though I’m not a cat person, I think your catio is genius! Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful home with us.

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:50 pm

      Thanks so much and you know what? My cats have converted quite a couple non-cat lovers to like them now because they are awesome. LOL!

  23. Christina @ Floridays Mom says

    June 7, 2013 at 4:00 pm

    You should never be afraid to put it out there…your home is absolutely gorgeous and you have such an incredible eye and taste. I love your mix of modern and classic, just beautiful!!!!!

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:51 pm

      Hi Christina, thanks so much for still reading along and for your sweet comments.

  24. Miss Charming says

    June 7, 2013 at 4:09 pm

    I love your style, Julia! You know how to combine patterns and accessories beautifully. And I’m digging the stag perched on your fridge. I wish we were neighbors so my kitty could come over for play dates in the catio. Me too, of course. (Although, I don’t think I would fit too well in the catio, myself.)

    Have a wonderful weekend!

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 6:54 pm

      The stag was from an auction and I love him. I named him Karl.
      I wish we were neighbor’s too and you could tell me about werewolves over glass of wine LOL but I don’t think my cats welcome any playdates. That’s when the claws come out.

  25. Brittany Cramer says

    June 7, 2013 at 7:26 pm

    wow, your home is so fun! I can’t get enough of home tours, hopefully soon I’ll get the rest of my loft situated to finally be able to participate in tours like these. I love your style too! You have an eye for gold, like me ๐Ÿ™‚ xoxo

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 7:30 pm

      Thanks Brittany. Yes we have a shared gold obsession ๐Ÿ˜‰ And I sure can’t wait to see the rest of your loft!

  26. Mrs. DeVore says

    June 7, 2013 at 7:55 pm

    Love your home and I’m still so jealous of your back yard!

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 8:18 pm

      Haha, thanks and happy anniversary!

  27. Pudel-design says

    June 7, 2013 at 8:15 pm

    Danke Julia!
    War auch nen hartes Stück Arbeit!
    Ich liebe dein zu Hause!
    So pretty!;)

    • Julia Konya says

      June 7, 2013 at 8:18 pm

      Vielen Dank Lydia!

  28. Jennifer BNHblog says

    June 7, 2013 at 11:21 pm

    I love all the playful elements of your home! It’s great not to take ourselves too seriously : ] And I think the cat fence is brilliant—not crazy!

    • Julia Konya says

      June 8, 2013 at 12:35 am

      Thanks so much Jennifer!

  29. Finding Home says

    June 8, 2013 at 12:22 am

    Such a beautiful home. Love the light over the sink and all the brass touches!

    • Julia Konya says

      June 8, 2013 at 12:34 am

      Thank you so much for coming over, Laura!

  30. [email protected] says

    June 8, 2013 at 1:07 am

    I’ve never noticed the plates hanging on the wall in the kitchen. Love those! Love your whole house. =)

  31. Krista @thehappyhousie says

    June 8, 2013 at 3:28 pm

    Fabulous home tour!! I love how unique and collected your style is and the hits of colour throughout your home are perfect!

  32. Jenna LaFevor says

    June 9, 2013 at 1:51 am

    Your whole house is just stunning, Julia!!! I LOVE your white and gold mirror and your living room and pretty much your whole house! Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof

  33. Alicja says

    June 9, 2013 at 11:51 am

    We are pleased to once again have stayed at your house. You create beautiful, unique because very personal interior. That I like most! Greetings hot! ๐Ÿ™‚

  34. Georgina says

    June 10, 2013 at 2:54 am

    You have a beautiful home! I like hoe you mix metals. I don’t know how todo that and have it look nice. Could you do a post about how and when you mix them
    Thanks
    Georgina

    • Julia Konya says

      June 10, 2013 at 10:48 am

      I should that’s a great idea!

  35. Roeshel says

    June 10, 2013 at 5:19 pm

    Your home is gorgeous, Julia!

  36. Robin says

    June 11, 2013 at 12:27 pm

    Oh my goodness Julia!!! I LOVE your house…every room and all the delicious details! I’d seen lots of it before but still in this post I found little inspirations I hadn’t noticed before! You have a great eye for design
    xoxo

  37. Brandi says

    June 15, 2013 at 9:52 pm

    Oh my Julia! Your home is beautiful. You have such a great eye for design. I love all of the personal touches throughout your home.

  38. Samantha Horseman says

    June 20, 2013 at 3:12 am

    Oh my gosh girl! For some reason I didn’t know you had a house tour on your blog! IT IS STUNNING! I LOVE your style ๐Ÿ™‚ Would love for you to join my design in your home link-up!! Im sure it will get featured ๐Ÿ™‚

    http://designerinteal.blogspot.com/2013/05/design-in-your-home-may-features-and.html

    XO Samantha

  39. Daisy Pink Cupcake says

    June 20, 2013 at 4:20 pm

    The home is gorgeous!! Loving your blog….I am your newest follower!
    Daisy~

  40. Brynne says

    June 28, 2013 at 3:20 pm

    I love your home! It’s so beautiful, and with just the right amount of whimsy!

    • Julia Konya says

      July 22, 2013 at 10:57 am

      Thanks Brynne!

  41. simply selman says

    July 5, 2013 at 5:46 pm

    I love your home and just stumbled upon your blog today. I looked through your other home tour and couldn’t find what paint colors you used. Could you point me in the right direction? (I am specifically looking at the gray you used in the kitchen/living room/master.) Any help you could give would be appreciated. Thanks!

    • Julia Konya says

      July 22, 2013 at 10:59 am

      Hi, in my living room is: Seashell Gray 4003-1A by Valspar and in my dining room, kitchen and bedroom: Rocky Bluffs 4003-1C by Valspar. Hope that helps.

  42. Emily Maldonado says

    July 22, 2013 at 4:40 am

    What a fun house tour! You really have a great eye. Everything looks so pulled together. I always struggle with pulling it all together. I love how some of the pieces just make the whole room look expensive like that little marble top table and your coffee table.

    • Julia Konya says

      July 22, 2013 at 10:57 am

      Thank you so much Emily!

  43. Yvonne Urra-Bazain says

    July 24, 2013 at 12:55 am

    You have made a breathtaking home for you and your family. I hope to peruse your blog regularly to get inspiration for the design phase of our apartment remodel. Thank you for sharing your talents!

    • Julia Konya says

      August 28, 2013 at 3:50 pm

      That’s so nice of you Yvonne! Thanks so much.

  44. tracy says

    July 26, 2013 at 1:44 pm

    your house is beautiful, but what really does it for me is your ‘catio’ ~ Fabulous! I love that you care enough about your babies to go to all that trouble so they can enjoy the outdoors safely! great job!

    • Julia Konya says

      August 28, 2013 at 3:50 pm

      Thanks for the sweet words Tracy! I love my kitties ๐Ÿ˜‰

  45. Amanda {Kids and Cabernet} says

    August 28, 2013 at 3:37 pm

    I just found you at YHL your home is AMAZING!!! So beautiful!

    • Julia Konya says

      August 28, 2013 at 3:49 pm

      Thank you so much Amanda!

  46. Donna Duffy says

    August 30, 2013 at 11:17 am

    house is beautiful. I really like that mirror over the fireplace

    • Julia Konya says

      September 3, 2013 at 8:31 pm

      Thanks it’s an old mirror from bombay company that I painted white.

  47. Karen says

    September 3, 2013 at 8:12 pm

    What is the paint color for the accent wall in your living room (the wall with the fireplace)? Thanks so much!

    • Julia Konya says

      September 3, 2013 at 8:33 pm

      Hi Karen, I’m sorry to tell you that the paint isn’t available anymore. At least at our Home Depot they stopped selling the Ralph Lauren paints. This one is a silver! But if I remember correctly they told me it was discontinued.

  48. Anonymous says

    September 15, 2013 at 5:08 am

    What a gorgeous house! Was wondering where you got the pink and black bins in your daughters room? Also do you know by chance what kind of wood floor you have? We want to get our floors done, and I love your color. Thanks so much!

    • Julia Konya says

      September 15, 2013 at 3:55 pm

      Thank you so much. The pink and black bins were from Ikea. The polka dot bins are from HomeGoods.
      Our floor is actually Armstrong laminate in maple.

  49. Lauren says

    January 19, 2015 at 4:56 pm

    Where did you get your coffee table?!

    • Julia says

      January 20, 2015 at 1:44 pm

      Hi Lauren, I found the coffee table at a local thrift store for $25. It was such a great find.

  50. Alexa says

    January 22, 2016 at 9:39 am

    Hi _ Would you be able to share where you purchased these candle sticks from? I have been looking all over and I’ve only heard people getting them at an antique sale ๐Ÿ™

    http://cuckoo4design.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/colorful_living_room_by_cuckoo4design.jpg

    • Julia says

      January 22, 2016 at 2:40 pm

      Hi Alexa, yes mine are from the thriftshop too but you can check out these very very similar vintage ones I found: http://rstyle.me/n/bhzqh24cgn

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