Renos

Last week we took possession of our new flat. Well it is not really new,  I don't know how many owners there were before us, but the building was built in the early 1990's. Even though it was recently renovated we are going to be doing some work before we move in. We have chosen our contractor and handed in the required paper work so hopefully work will begin within the next couple of days. Mr. Grey Cat is very busy at work right now so, most of the responsibility will be on moi. Certainly that means the next six weeks or so are going to be quite busy as not only will I have the reno to deal with, but also purchasing all the furniture and household items. I think for the first time in my life I have to purchase a vacuum cleaner! I am certain all the ones I have had previously have been hand me downs from my sister. 

One of the things we are doing is replacing the floor everywhere except the kitchen and one bathroom. We have decided to go with a tile floor. While I prefer wood there are issues with it this climate. Our first choice was bamboo, until we heard about bamboo bugs! Tile is easy to maintain and there will not be any issues with water or humidity. Besides it gives me an excuse to pick some area rugs!

I know it is hard to tell in the photos but I am leaning towards the tile in the middle. It has a nice texture to it and there are tiny coloured flecks in it. A little bit of bling without being BLING.

This is the living/dining room looking from the kitchen. We will get rid of the old window AC units (which are in every room) and install wall mounted reverse cycle units. They have a heating function which is needed for a short time in the winter.

This bathroom is being completely gutted. There are two bathrooms in the flat and both of them have been converted to showers only. Personally I believe that is a criminal act! If you have two bathrooms then keep the tub in one! Originally I was going to get a nice bubble massage tub, but there are some issues with the instillation and where the access panel needs to be, so I have opted for a regular tub, but it is nice and deep.