Friday, January 27, 2012

Kitchen Remodel - Before and After



A kitchen remodel project of mine, done about five years ago. 




Before - dated cabinetry, appliances, tile, counters, and a small island






We painted the cabinets, added new counters in contrasting stones, a new island, appliances, backsplash, and a little detail with the curvy lighting. The flooring remained for cost considerations.






I think my favorite thing we did was replace the standard issue upper cabinet by the sink to something custom built for that narrow space.




I also liked the curtains we did.  She wanted a French country look, so I went with a tone on tone pattern, not too busy, framing the view nicely and making for a cozy eating nook.  No drapes to the floor in the breakfast room here, they would just get in the way too much.

I'm working on some great new projects I can't wait to share soon.  Check out my conference table today.



Work in progress.  (Don't worry, it's not all going in the same room!)  A house with a neutral taupe environment using some strong contrast and bright spots of color. This one is really fun! 
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13 comments:

  1. An Urban CottageJanuary 27, 2012 at 8:48 PM

    Thank you for showing this. I love that you were able to keep the same flooring and cabinets. The transformation of the cabinets with paint is amazing. A very wise renovation in my opinion. I don't know know how much it cost, but it doesn't matter. I can just tell it was a great value.

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  2. JessieJanuary 27, 2012 at 8:52 PM

    What a huge transformation! It's so much brighter and airier now. The breakfast nook is lovely too.

    I love the fabrics you selected for your upcoming projects. Looking forward to see the completed rooms.

    Jessie
    www.mixandchic.com

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  3. Taylor GreenwaltJanuary 27, 2012 at 9:15 PM

    This is truly your gift. The transformation looks great Carla.

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  4. Splendid SassJanuary 27, 2012 at 9:31 PM

    I bet they love you! When I saw the first image I was thinking that it didn't need to be redone, haha! Great job Carla. Doesn't look like the same house!
    Hope that you are planning a nice weekend.
    Tereas
    xoxo

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  5. Mary Ann PickettJanuary 28, 2012 at 12:14 AM

    Great vision with the paint and open shelving.
    Have a great weekend.

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  6. Kellie CollisJanuary 28, 2012 at 2:27 AM

    What a lovely change! Enjoy the fabulous weekend, Kellie xx

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  7. AnnJanuary 28, 2012 at 6:11 AM

    I love how paint can make a lot of difference at so little expense... And I love the updated style you did on the cabinetry... The new kitchen looks so fresh.

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  8. Mona Thompson Providence Ltd.January 28, 2012 at 12:25 PM

    Fabulous transformation...can't wait to see the other projects that are in the works. Have a nice weekend. Mona

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  9. designchicJanuary 28, 2012 at 4:34 PM

    Love the transformation and the open shelving...fabulous!! Hope you're having a great weekend ~

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  10. Carol@6WilsonBlog.comJanuary 28, 2012 at 4:39 PM

    Hi Carla, You know what's great? You said you did that 5 years ago? Looks like yesterday. When I see those before pics, all I can think is how did we decorate with borders like that? And we all did it. Sooo calm and lovely.

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    love that you went a little green by keeping some of the cabinets and changing out only a few of the other elements that caused the kitchen to look dated...fabulous designs..
    best,
    maureen

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  12. bbrunophotographyJanuary 30, 2012 at 10:40 AM

    Carla, I think most of us imagine a kitchen renovation project as a complete gutting of the space. I really appreciate that you kept the cabinetry and transformed it with paint. (I also like that certain cabinets were dark, while the others were painted light--a dramatic effect!) What beautiful work this is. You must have been so pleased with the results!

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  13. HAMPTON HOSTESSJanuary 31, 2012 at 12:23 AM

    Love what you did with the kitchen. The custom cabinet near the sink adds so much to the space, and even with the island being bigger, the space looks a lot more spacious and light filled. Great job

    Barbara

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