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Kitchen Transformation "Bistro Kitchen"

12 years ago
Transformation of this 1980s oak kitchen into an industrial "bistro" style makes for happy homeowners and chefs!

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  • 12 years ago
    Great job...I really like the look, however, my wife would find it a little too cold for her tastes. Obviously by anyone's standards it's a big improvement over what it was.
    Fresh Architect thanked forker273
  • 12 years ago
    Needs a few nice leafy green plants on counter tops, it needs "softening", plants can do it.
  • 12 years ago
    Really great looking. Different touches make it cool. (such as the island) I bet the homeowners have a big smile on their faces!
    Fresh Architect thanked zazfuzzroc
  • 12 years ago
    @ Fresh Architect,No, Thank you for great inspiration and taking the time to respond to questions.
  • 12 years ago
    LOVE this transformation. Hoping mine looks similar when we get to it. I'll add the green plants as suggested by diyer59 and then I'll sit there and admire it. Very well done!
    Fresh Architect thanked jansgirl
  • 12 years ago
    Do you have any advice on adding trim to plain cabinets? I like a cafe style kitchen so I also am thinking about adding brick wallpaper to the backsplash and behind the fridge and stove. As well we will be painting the cabinets a brown on the bottom and a creamy colour on top and changing the hardware. Eventually counter and sink will be changing as well. We have a very tight budget.
  • 12 years ago
    Sorry, I did not realize it was loading the picture!
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Perhaps you can paint the lower cabinets and replace the upper cabinet doors only with new doors and hardware. A couple of glass cabinet doors would look great too. Otherwise, I assume when you say "trim" you mean adding a wood moulding onto the upper cabinets. If so, I would suggest simple shaker style trim. Make sure the doors/hinges are strong enough to support the added wood trim.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Just gorgeous!
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  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Wow...what a great transformation. Great job!
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  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Love the timeless classic white look!
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  • 12 years ago
    Thank you Fresh Architect, yes shaker style is what I was referring to and for now the budget won't allow for replacing anything but I will keep it in mind for future reference. Thanks for the advice!
  • 12 years ago
    Maybe you can trim your kitchen cabinets with what we're planning to use for picture frame molding in our new powder room. Since it's a brand new space, borrowed from a former hall, the molding will add instant age to what's now kind of a 5' x 5' boxy silo. We found a huge assortment of man-made moldings at Home Depot. Here's the very affordable one that I've chosen for our bathroom job.
  • 12 years ago
    Too industrial,
  • 12 years ago
    Love the kitchen. Could you please tell me what the kitchen dimensions are?
    Fresh Architect thanked cdhowardb
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Hi cdhowardb. The kitchen dimensions are 14' x 18'. Thanks for your interest.
  • 12 years ago
    I'd love a closer picture of the glass cabinets...I would like to see what is inset in them. I love the kitchen & don't think it's "cold" at all.
    Fresh Architect thanked Janet
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Thanks for your comments dtjallen. Here is a closer picture of the design.
  • 12 years ago
    Love it, love it!! Thanks...
  • 12 years ago
    Thanks for the dimensions.
  • 12 years ago
    Impressive tranformation and creative use of space!
    Fresh Architect thanked Jill Pokryfke
  • 12 years ago
    Wow! Can't believe it's the same place. Beautiful. Love the floor tiles Can I have more info on them?
    Fresh Architect thanked sanchopanza
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Fantastic job. Wouldn't change a thing (and I'd move in tomorrow)!
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  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Sanchopanza I'm so sorry but I don't have info on the tile
  • 12 years ago
    It's beautiful! I love every part of it.
    Fresh Architect thanked ballyhoogirl
  • 12 years ago
    Amazing!
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  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Great transformation!
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    12 years ago
    Such an amazing transformation! Love it!
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  • 12 years ago
    Love the new range, what is the width and brand?
    Fresh Architect thanked Sharon
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Hi sharonld1. The range brand is LG, 30". I believe it's their studio line. Thanks.
  • 12 years ago
    Like the way the glass door cabinet goes all the way to 'sit' on the counter (left of the window). Has a drawer and silver baseboard trim...looks finished, and prevents clutter which is what open space would attract.
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  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Love It! Super job!
    Fresh Architect thanked David Frosch
  • 12 years ago
    Yep, that's industrial looking.
  • 12 years ago
    . . . and no more orange cabinets - awesome use of neutrals!
    Fresh Architect thanked ldipaola1
  • 12 years ago
    Gorgeous - huge change.
    Fresh Architect thanked jh77
  • PRO
    11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago
    Great transformation using a modern industrial feel! The light fixtures above the table are a GREAT touch! Well done Fresh Architect!
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    11 years ago
    Wow! Such a huge transformation. You can't even tell it's the same space. Nice job!!
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  • 11 years ago
    This is amazing! Love it!
    Fresh Architect thanked Anna Williams
  • 11 years ago
    Amazing transformation! What floors did you use? Are they porcelain tiles? I want to change our old ceramic square tires to a more modern tile while keeping the hardwood floors in the living area. i see that you accomplished this in your kitchen! Nicely done.
  • 11 years ago
    Love the floors. What color/brand are they?
    Fresh Architect thanked tjneubert
  • PRO
    11 years ago
    Hi Karen Dumont and tjneubert. Thanks for your interest. The floor tiles are American Olean, Avenue One- Black.
  • 11 years ago
    wonderful work.
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  • PRO
    11 years ago
    I'm loving that zinc island...very cool. Nice work on this.
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  • PRO
    11 years ago
    Looks fantastic! So chic and modern!
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    11 years ago
    Great pendant lights and island!
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  • PRO
    10 years ago

    Wow! Great transformation!

  • PRO
    10 years ago

    Really beautiful choices and craftsmanship!

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    10 years ago

    Fantastic transformation - much better!

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    10 years ago

    Beautiful!

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  • PRO
    10 years ago
    Can't believe it's the same space. Amazing job!
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