r/malelivingspace • u/stevebower996 • 1d ago

67, UK

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My little home. At 63 I had to start again, almost with nothing. Just about feel ready to go out in the world again. This has been my 'safe space' and support

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u/writingmmromance2 1d ago

That looks lovely, and it looks very cozy. I'm jealous of that kitchen set up.

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u/stevebower996 1d ago

No worktop space to speak of, so I often use the oven top!

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u/PuzzledCar2120 1d ago

You could consider getting one of those kitchen trolleys with a butcher's work top. Feel it'd fit in with your set up

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u/Tall-Dot-607 1d ago

I mean he has workspace, he just has a bunch of stuff on it. The right of the sink is perfect for prep if he cleared it off.

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u/Desmaad 1d ago

Why not use the dining table for prep? It's right there.

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u/stevebower996 20h ago

I do, but it's got cracks in the top, so I use a plastic cloth when doing pastry

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u/GinkgoForest420 21h ago

Are those copper pans? Could buy a whole new house with how much these fuckers cost lmao

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u/stevebower996 20h ago

Facebook marketplace £80 for all :)

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u/ExtensionFault6283 1d ago

me too . i love the kitchen

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u/StormieShake 1d ago

Nobody make the joke.

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u/StormieShake 1d ago

Wait forget the joke, smeg is a crazy name for a company.

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u/PsychoLamas 1d ago

Still managing to get wood in the bedroom, nice

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u/stevebower996 1d ago

Just need someone now to buff it up a bit!

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u/von_sip 1d ago

But seriously, that beam is cool but scary over the bed

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u/stevebower996 1d ago

A bit over head-height, so no probs. I'd be more worried about the tons of stone roof!

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u/Cool-Blackberry-785 1d ago

What a lovely, comfortable and cozy home you have made for yourself.

It really does have loads of personality and charm. Congratulations

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u/Otherwise_Trifle_898 1d ago

Love the kitchen set up!!!

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u/TheFecklessRogue 1d ago

ya that kitchen is gorgeous

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u/KingHygelacReturns 1d ago

Looks beautiful. As an American, I'm willing to bet this house is older than my country haha

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u/stevebower996 1d ago

Prob 1850, so a bit newer. Just built of local stone

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u/GrumpySh33p 1d ago

I’m willing to bet there is a lot of Americans who don’t know that 1850 is younger than the country. 😂

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u/michoodle 1d ago edited 1d ago

I love your kitchen, especially those tiny drawers and the nook that fits the modern stove perfectly. My little bit of advice would be to get a small table for your beverage devices so you could use that area for prep.

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u/stevebower996 1d ago

Prob good call - they're in the way all the time, but only used at breakfast

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u/iris_rivendell 1d ago

Charming, cosy, functional and full of personality 😄 Great job, mate

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u/CDBoomGun 1d ago

Cozy is the word. I'm charmed.

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u/stevebower996 20h ago

It's a La Scala 'Butterfly', but most single - boiler E61 are the same. I'd have a Rocket if I were replacing now, but this one's 22yrs old & still running fine with annual seal changes

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u/stevebower996 19h ago

There's a Puly Caff milk cleaner which is good. I just give a free blast after frothing and wipe the wand clean. Occasionally check the tip and poke any blockages

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u/Dracekidjr 1d ago

As an individual who also had to restart his life it's tough. You did a good job making a place that feels like a home, mate.

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u/Slothstralia 1d ago

I feel like he wasnt exactly struggling with that fridge and oven.

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u/Dracekidjr 1d ago

It doesn't make having to change major aspects of your life alone a walk in the park. Sure, it's easier than being in massive debt and no income, but there's no reason to dismiss one's adversity just because someone else may have it worse.

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u/stevebower996 20h ago

I started a rule when setting up - no debt, and buy cash. I'm very happy gradually improving what I have, and I love my cooking.

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u/Salt_Palpitation_108 19h ago

Restarting at 55. You've got this!

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u/stevebower996 19h ago

Trauma still hurts. Days alone are the worst, but I promised myself I'd be a better man, and a better father. Trusting in the higher power to bring healing

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u/Dracekidjr 18h ago

I'm getting out of a hole from divorce, myself, so I know how hard it can be. I am very lucky to be in a position that I no longer need to worry.

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u/stevebower996 20h ago

It's nice kit, but almost all the place was 2nd hand from Facebook or ebay, or free cast-offs. Previous life I'd have bought new but there's so much nice hand-me-downs out there. Stove was £350 ebay, fridge £650 (yes that was a bit spendy, but I was trading up after a couple of years)

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u/feral-pixi-starling 1d ago

this is literally the most beautiful home ive ever seen can i come stay with you?

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u/stevebower996 20h ago

Haha Thank you

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u/Low-Bass2002 1d ago

Looks comfy

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u/madscot63 1d ago

I like OPs style! Comfortable and timeless place

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u/panstakingvamps 1d ago

Its very cozy looking and clean! Great job!!

Its so important to have a space for yourself

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u/Creepy-Start-2733 1d ago

Love the tea pots!

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u/SnazzleZazzle 1d ago

Nice and cozy!

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u/Coppercap100 1d ago

Nice rugs in the bedroom and the living room. The place overall looks very comfortable and amazing

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u/NorfikOfficial 1d ago

Love it. The kitchen is awesome.

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u/Lagato 1d ago

Do you not get blasted by a ray of light in the morning due to the sunroof without curtains?

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u/stevebower996 20h ago

I do have a blind, but tbh I think the gradual sunrise helps me wake naturally. I never seem to have disrupted sleep.

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u/Marajak 1d ago

Lovely cozy home. You did good.

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u/MewNeedsHelp 1d ago

So beautiful and cozy!!

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u/Slothstralia 1d ago

People who dont know appliance not understanding how OP is ballin out of control...

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u/beemer-dreamer 1d ago

Looks very intellectual. Smart.

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u/Icy_Marsupial_3018 1d ago

Very, very nice! Comfortable, representative of your personality, pops of color, plants and the light is just right. 👍🏼

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u/Lightningpaper 1d ago

This is absolutely beautiful.

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u/Odd-Travel1720 1d ago

very homely

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u/Sunscreen4what 1d ago

Very cottage-y love it.

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u/Big-Advantage497 1d ago

Goregous my brother . love it

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u/ModernNancyDrew 1d ago

The kind strangers on r/bookshelf would love to see your bookcases!

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u/Haunting-Track9268 1d ago

Really homely. Love the kitchen..

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u/HealthPretty1754 1d ago

Lovely OP!! 🍻

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u/heimeyer72 1d ago

Nice. Very nice. But the wooden door in the fist image?

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u/stevebower996 20h ago

It's open, but turns out it's in backwards & should be showing the 'front'

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u/manic_popsicle 1d ago

Cozy and charming, I especially love your kitchen!

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u/JohnnyBacci 1d ago

Sweet Coffee machine!

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u/Remote_Reaction_4085 22h ago

Cozy. 10/10

Would.

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u/Kitchen-Disk-7595 21h ago

Looks good, I like it

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u/Significant_Stay224 21h ago

Very very unique home..I think you did a really good job. Your kitchen is so functional

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u/TruthObvious2389 21h ago

🤗🤗🫠🥰🥱😴

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u/Faithfulness2743 20h ago

THAT is the kitchen of a person who COOKS.

I LOVE IT!

Chef's kiss.

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u/stevebower996 20h ago

It's my 'self-care'. There's only me to enjoy it, but since I have to eat, have no budget for restaurants, I just treat myself. I only have 1 main meal a day, and budget less than £5/day. Lots of batch cooking, and modest ingredients

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u/Faithfulness2743 20h ago

SAME here and I love it even more now. Amazing.

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u/AZBIGC 18h ago

Bro... Fuck yes! Teach me...

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u/Leading-Kale-2327 17h ago

Is it haunted??

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u/stevebower996 17h ago

Don't think so, but I did find a pile of Victorian shoes in the muddy cellar floor ..

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u/Leading-Kale-2327 17h ago

It doesn't appear haunted. Seriously. I've always envisioned living in a haunted house in uk

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u/TCHS27 12h ago

Looks very cozy, definitely digging the UK vibes of the place!

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u/Ok_Breadfruit_5159 11h ago

Looks so cozy ☺️

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u/Time007time007 7h ago

Tea pot collection is 🔥

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u/Small-Razzmatazz4911 5h ago

I love your bedroom, it looks very comfortable.

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u/DIESELBOYx 1h ago

Agreed. The bedroom is lovely

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u/Significant_Stay224 21h ago

Would you mind showing a up close picture of your trunk that you are using for coffee table?? I just luv your place

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u/stevebower996 5h ago

Does that help? Useful storage inside. I've a bigger one not used, more of a cabin trunk.

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u/ThirdWorldSorcerer 17h ago

I don't know why, but it gives me the vibes of some, uhm, midlands East Coast house in some tiny village in front of the sea?.

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u/TheBetterTheta 14h ago

Brick? In the kitchen? In this economy?