Two Weeks In: New House Update and Room Progress

It’s been two weeks since we moved into our new house, so we wanted to share a clear update on how each room is shaping up. Moving in always feels like a mix of accomplishment and chaos: we’ve checked off a number of important tasks, but there’s still a lot to organize and finish. This update covers what’s presentable now, what’s semi-functional, and which rooms are still serving as temporary storage while we sort things out.

We’ve already completed several noticeable projects, including painting Clara’s room, assembling a new bed, removing bi-fold doors, raising a shower curtain, and unpacking most boxes. Considering the holiday break and family commitments around Christmas, we’re pleased with how much has been put away. That said, many things are still in transition—picture frames, tools, rugs, and accessories are waiting for permanent places. Below are the rooms that currently look the most put-together.

The living room (which will become the dining room) is finally free of boxes. We organized some storage in the base cabinets of the built-ins, although many items are simply stashed away for now, so the styling isn’t finished yet:

Here’s the kitchen—we’ve got the essentials in place and the main surfaces cleared, but there are still small organization tasks to complete:

The family room is functioning well as a cozy gathering spot. It’s mostly unpacked, although styling and storage tweaks will come as we settle in:

The sunroom is bright and already feels inviting. It’s a space we’re excited to develop, whether as a reading nook or a play area:

Clara’s room is starting to feel like hers—curtains are up, and the bed is in place. We still need to add art and a new light fixture to finish the look:

The hall bathroom and the guest bathroom are both functional and mostly unpacked. These spaces feel fresh and ready for daily use:

The master bathroom is unpacked and organized enough to be fully useful. Small styling details are still pending, but the essentials are in place:

The main hallway is clear and welcoming, which makes a big difference for the overall flow of the house:

There are a few rooms that are usable but still pretty disheveled. Our master bedroom functions as a bedroom but needs closet organization, a better nightstand solution, and at least one more dresser:

The office is set up, but tools and project supplies are currently in a corner waiting for proper storage. Once those are sorted, the space will feel much more productive:

The laundry and mudroom are functional but could benefit from more built-in storage and smart organizational solutions to handle daily clutter and outerwear:

Finally, a couple of rooms are currently best kept closed when company comes over. They’re useful in limited ways but are mainly acting as temporary storage for items in limbo. The guest room, for example, still needs attention before it’s comfortable for visitors:

The playroom, which will become a kids’ bedroom in time, is not kid-ready yet. It needs furniture, storage solutions for toys and books, and some finishing touches to make it safe and welcoming:

In short, two weeks in and we’ve made strong progress on major items while still facing plenty of small tasks and organization projects. We’re compiling a detailed to-do list to keep track of next steps and to help bring order to the rooms that are still chaotic. Next up: a trip to Home Depot for supplies and a plan for tackling the list in stages so each space can move from “in transition” to finished and functional.

Psst—if you want to compare, we also have Day One photos from the move-in for reference.