Before and after (a kitchen refresh).

Holiday House came into our hands as a finely renovated masterpiece, really. We know that. We thank our lucky stars all the time for the glory that is good windows, nice floors, and fine craftsmanship. But, and there always is a but, unlike most people fixing up a home to sell, the previous owner lady skipped the usual kitchen and bath fixeroos. 

So, I have been hacking away at the hall bath for eons. But the kitchen? We went at that with a more concentrated fervor. Not a reno, mind you, but a refresh. 

Before:

After:

 

What did we actually do?

1. new appliances (dw, stove and fridge)
2. removed some cabinet doors (not really into the shaker thing)
3. new cabinet knobs
4. ripped out the island (aka "the aircraft carrier")
5. put in a smaller island
6. new countertops
7. refinished the floors (necessary after removal of the aircraft carrier)
8. moved the washer and dryer out
9. replaced the undercounter lights
10. painted
11. new sink and faucet
12. window treatment and rug

Total cost. Sigh, I dunno. Maybe $15-17k? Certainly a lot less than a full kitchen renovation, that's for darned sure. Do I wise I had bright white cabinets and marble countertops? Yes. But, really, it's a nice kitchen and fully functional. So, it stays.

(Also linking this post up to the lovely Thrifty Decor Chick party, see more here.)

Comments

[JWH]

I had forgotten how blah the kitchen was.

[Clint Rowley]

You can always get those bright white cabinets and marbel counters down the road... for now though it looks much better, great work!

[Jenny @ Simcoe Street]

Looks really great!!!!!

Jen
www.simcoestreet.blogspot.com

[Marble Countertops]

I love your photos! Your old kitchen was very nice but I think it was too much of the same wood, I like the new differentiation of the white island against the wood cabinets. Very nice job

[Robbie Marinero]

These before and after photos, along with the procedures you’ve stated, make a good reference for households who wish to revamp their own kitchen area. The wooden materials and furniture blend well with the marble countertops, and that is how you create harmony in the kitchen. Yes, functionality counts at all times. This project is a success, and I’m very impressed with the outcome.