Victorian Rathmines

Kitchen stools are surprisingly hard to get right. I didn’t want anything bulky or overstuffed cluttering up the island, especially those high-back, upholstered styles that can feel a bit heavy in the space.

In the end, I leaned into something more minimal. The black adds just the right amount of contrast against the warm wood, and keeps everything feeling clean and intentional.

We’ve gone with three for now, which feels balanced without overcrowding, but I won’t rule out a fourth someday.

This little box room has lived many lives. From “just make it usable” fixes, to wardrobe duty, to a brief stint as a wardrobe and Jessica’s nursery (those loud old pipes were not sleep-friendly 😅). Now? It’s officially her pink palace—dress-up corner, unicorns, dollhouses, and every shade of pink she can find. Still, somehow… not pink enough for her💗🎀🌸