The first section of the galley is in the works. We've also chosen a new bronze faucet and sink. Still, it's slow going as every decision results in more choices that then need to be thought through.
NOR'EASTER is only 8 1/2 feet at her widest. It was important that the galley be a multi-tasking space, but it couldn't overwhelm the narrow salon. We dummied up the height and depth of the cabinetry a few times to be sure we had enough depth to hold a chart book, but to also ensure we had maximum open space so the boat didn't look crowded. The front to back depth is 22 inches and the icebox will be big enough for cruising without having to fully replenish every 3 days. Goodbye cooler bags!
We were conflicted on the use of the old bronze faucet, which is a wonderful piece of early 20th century plumbing. Ultimately, we decided on a new ROHL bronze finished faucet that is in scale with the rest of the boat. After falling hard for it, but not the luxury price tag, in our local high-end fixture shop, we found a new one via Ebay at a far more affordable price. (Thank you Joan from 'For the Love of a House' blog for the tip).
Here is the new faucet, to which we will add a water filtration system:
Given that our travels put us onshore most evenings, we decided against the weight, expense and complication of warm water.
The sink was a harder decision because the appeal of a lightweight acrylic sink was strong, but in the end we opted for a simple cast iron bar sink just large enough to wash a 10 1/2 inch dinner plate. At 30lbs in weight, it has a true 1926 feel. The budget didn't allow for a copper one and we were concerned about how it might age since there is no circa 1926 hired hand to keep it polished. Thank you Kohler - it wasn't easy to find one the size we needed. Here is the white sink on our dinig room floor (aka the boat locker) waiting for it's turn to be installed:
(NB: Mr. Hubby, panicked about the weight, ordered a stainless version today. Will report back soon on the outcome of this new decision. )
However, after these two decisions, we we were on a roll. We chose Italian tableware by MATCH, which is handmade and rimmed in pewter. Apparently, the budget is flexible in the right moments :-). It's a good blend of rustic elegance, like the boat, and we hope it will stand up to the serious heel NOR'EASTER achieves when she has a bone in here teeth. Here it is:
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| Dinner Plate |
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| Mug |
They also make a perfectly versatile bowl, therefore, we only need three pieces for proper, elegant summer evening service.
More soon - the blockbuster varnish job is making good progress.
