8/13/12

My Sister's Kitchen ~ Kitchen Remodel


My beautiful sister Kim just finished renovating her tired 1990's kitchen, and I have to say that the finished project is simply stunning! But before you go on to see it, I have to tell you how upset I am that I lost the "before" photos I took when our home computer crashed. So let me give you a little idea of what Kim's kitchen looked like prior to the renovation.


Basically the kitchen had all maple cabinets and flooring. There was an "L" configuration to the counter space which separated the cooking area from the kitchen table, dividing the kitchen almost in half. This extended counter and cabinets housed the dishwasher...not very convenient. The cabinet tops did not go to the ceiling, instead they were met by a soffit and had solid fronts. Also the counter top was laminate...funny I don't think I can remember what color it was!

So without further ado, here's my sister's kitchen.








How about those saddle stools...they were my contribution to Kim's new kitchen. I picked them up at a garage sale a couple years ago. They are Pier One stools and typically go for $59 apiece. What did I get them for? Two for $5!!! Aren't they just the perfect fit for her space?



So how about it.? I know she is so very happy with the way it came out...how could she not be? She even had the wood flooring re-stained a dark brown, what a great contrast to the light cabinets don't you think? The new island placed parallel to the sink really opens up the entire space. I also know that down the road Kim plans to put in a tile back splash and our mom is currently making curtains for the window over the sink. But for now Kim is loving life in her beautiful new kitchen!

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35 comments:

  1. Barbara,
    Hey... I haven't fallen off the face of the earth, although If it offered a vacation, I'd jump in! Your sister's kitchen is simply beautiful! Love the light cabinets with the darker floor and counters! She should be very proud!
    dee dee

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  2. It turned out just beautiful. I love the color of the floor.

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  3. Just gorgeous! I would love to have a beautiful kitchen. I know she's going to love it!

    xo
    Pat

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  4. Beautiful kitchen. Love the orange and black accents. xo

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  5. Your sister did a beautiful job on her kitchen... It's so bright and fresh... who wouldn't want to cook in that space!

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  6. Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!! Can you share paint color on cabinets? Hope your sis is loving it.

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  7. Absolutely stunning! I'm sure your sis is loving it! Makes me what to jump up and get to work on painting my cabinets!

    Thanks for sharing!

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  8. Beautiful kitchen, love the white cabinets and black countertops and the floor color is great too.

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  9. WOW! Beautiful indeed, I LOVE everything about it!!

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  10. Stunning~!

    I hope she enjoys every moment she spends there.

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  11. Wow! Your sister's kitchen is gorgeous! I love the doorstyle she chose and the cabinets going to the ceiling. Stopping by from Inspiration Friday.

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  12. Your sister's kitchen is so pretty. Kitchen redos seem to be on everyone's radar, from just minor to extensive; & it doesn't seem to matter which way you go, it always makes such a huge difference. We are on the path of not exactly extensive, but not a fast redo either -- kind of middle of the road! Anyway, it's always fun to see what others have done. I'm a new GFC follower & look forward to perusing your blog some more.

    CAS

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  13. Absolutely gorgeous kitchen! Your sister made such great choices and we are so glad you shared this with us at Inspiration Friday this week! :-)
    Vanessa

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  14. Hi Barbara: I just picked you out randomly from Feathered Nest Friday because the kitchen looked so pretty and WOW it was you! Your sister's kitchen is so beautiful. Very rich and love the colors. How could those little stools match the table and chairs so perfectly? Great job. Keep an eye out, we are finally putting a lid on ours!!Happy weekend..Judy

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  15. The kitchen is soo pretty and classy. The light cabinets work so well with the counter and floor colors. Love it.
    Nancy

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  16. Your sister's kitchen turned out beautiful. Although it's not a large kitchen, it's simply perfect to work in it! We remodeled our small kitchen two years ago, so I know she's going to just love, love it for ever!! Thanks for sharing.
    FABBY

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  17. Her kitchen is beautiful. Thanks for sharing at Wow.

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  18. So very pretty. I am drawn to a white kitchen and those countertops look like dead ringers for ours so I am definitely a fan of those too. I really like that her cabinets are lighted. Something I wish we had done but didn't. She has to be absolutely in love with her new space. Let her know we think it is stunning. Thanks for linking up this week.
    pr

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  19. Just a head's up to say I featured your sister's kitchen tonight on this week's Motivated Monday at BeColorful.
    pr

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  20. Barbara, I have been out of the loop for a minute; and I just saw this post on Be Colorful. Your sister's kitchen makeover is wonderful! I can't believe you got the bar stools for $5!! That's awesome; and they work so well in the space! Very pretty!

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  21. Her kitchen is very pretty and classic. Nice job!

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  22. I love to see another persons kitchen, thanks for sharing your sister's kitchen, and congratulations for being featured on Savvy Southern Style!

    Karen

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  23. Your sister's kitchen is beautiful! 5 bucks for the 2 stools???? What a STEAL! They are terrific! Love her table and hairs too, where did she get them, do you know? Thanks for sharing. XO, Pinky

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  24. I found you through Kim SSLiving-and I am smitten. Your sister's kitchen is gorgeous and those stools are fabulous- I am your newest follower- xo Diana

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  25. Your sister's kitchen is so pretty. Love the lightness and brightness the white cabinets provide. The counter top just pops off the white kitchen. Love the or orange accents! Thanks for sharing your creative inspiration with Sunday’s Best – you helped make the party a success!

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  26. I love that light kitchen...your sister has great style! XO, Aimee

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  27. Beautiful, love the dark floors and white cabinets. I know your sis is thrilled. Visiting from VIF, Olive

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  28. Your sister's kitchen is gorgeous with the white cabinets and dark counters and floors. It looks like the floors are hand scraped! Thank you for sharing this wonderful project at Potpourri Friday!

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  29. What a beautiful kitchen! I would love to go white!

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  30. Gorgeous! I love the counter tops, the accessories, and the lights in the glass front cabinet. Looks like they thought through each and every detail perfectly.

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  31. Hi,

    I have a quick question about your blog, do you think you could e-mail me?

    Brian

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  32. Elegant and functional kitchen is what I can see here. The use of space is so smart. There are a lot of storage spaces for kitchen utensils. And the décors added warmth on the space. Love the choice of color too! #Camille Edington

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