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Day 8: I've seen my fair share of Kitchen Renovations & I LOVE KITCHEN REMODELS. I am sharing a few of my favorite before and after photos (8 kitchens in all) with ideas on how to bring life back into an outdated kitchen.
I hope you enjoy!
Before
As
part of a whole-house remodel, the small kitchen in this 1950s rancher was in
line for a makeover. It began by pushing out the sink wall toward the backyard.
After
Clean, modern, and functional, the new space is the
result of the architect's flexible design as well as the homeowners' dogged
pursuit of just-right appliances, fixtures, and surfaces.
The Details –
Lighting: Pendant
lights are fitted with powder-coated gray metal shades; white enamel on the
inside bounces the light.
Stainless steel: On the sinks, faucets, shelving, and the main countertops
it is sleek and practical; the range with matching hood is a focal point as
well.
Island: The
solid-surface island countertop has the look of concrete but the stain
resistance and easy care of resin-and-mineral composite materials.
Cabinets: Silvery
moss green laminate cabinets with high-style handles reflect the homeowners'
contemporary aesthetic. In the background is a wall of teal laminate cabinets,
including a matching-panel refrigerator.
The Floor Plans
Eliminating
the short wall between the kitchen and dining room and bumping out the latter
in both directions turned the two spaces into a single larger one. To free up
the sink wall for windows, the architect located a pantry and broom closet on
the facing wall, behind cabinets, and moved the exterior door to the dining
room.
