Amazing what paint can do. That looks awesome!

Love the tile behind your stove. (the stove too) Although you should know I liked your kitchen, because I was on your other dilemma. Although with that space I don't see a need for any dilemma. :)

Thank you, zazzfuzzroc! I would like to contact the other respondents as well.. I will post a note there.

Thanks, Natalie..
I appreciate your assistance.
I'm going to post other rooms on before/ after once I take the photos.

Very beautiful kitchen. I love the cabinets and backsplash. Nice job.

Wow! That's a huge difference, love the huge vent hood/fixture above the stove!

Thank you, Eskandari and Andrea.

The whole tone has been transformed and look more fashionable.
Really love the white cabinets!

Thank you, Homary.. I now need help selecting bar stools.. I was thinking about low back or backless because I often use the counter to serve buffet style..I was even thinking industrial distressed black or brushed stainless .. I do have a small stool near the desk that I like.. I'll attach a photo. Thanks again

Barstool recommendations, anyone? TIA

Pretty amazing transformation! I have oaky builders grade cab's, and this is so inspiring! You did the work yourselves? Beautiful! Love your color pieces in the desk area too!

For stools, I like the little stool you have at your desk! Do they come in counter/bar height? :)

Rredpenn, thanks for your comment.. We had the cabinets professionally sprayed by a person that only does this. I like the little stool as well.. I was thinking of industrial type stools ( similar) for the counter. I don't know the manufacturer of the small stool.. I purchased it at Home Goods..

We had a terrible time finding bar stools for our new house/kitchen...comfort was the operative word for my husband, and we didn't want to spend an arm and a leg. I love your existing stool....if you like that one, I would do the same for the bigger counter. I agree that stools with backs would get in the way.

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juudean, my husband has the same concerns.. He is a large man and seeks comfortable chairs.. However, I don't believe that he will ever sit at the counter as we have comfortable chairs at the table. Your house is beautiful! I love your bar stools..they look great! Your wall paint color is a showstopper..

Thanks marchfive! I ordered the stools from Grandinroad.com, and my husband lives at that counter. They are tested for up to 250 pounds, and are really comfortable. Lots of great colors to choose from. I went with dark brown for contrast. Quality is ok, I expect to have to replace them over time. They have come in really handy when entertaining.

That blue was a real gamble for me, so I'm glad you like it.

I love the blue!!
It adds a lot of character to the rooms.
Thanks for the info on the chairs,
I'll take a look online.

Great job it looks very nice.

Thank you!

Wow, what's beautiful space. Could you please share information on your mosaic tile and chandelier...both are stunning!

Thank you..
I bought the Encore handmade tile through Ceramics Matrix in Delray Beach, Florida.
The light fixture through Capital lighting.

Can you provide the name of the chandelier? Would be perfect in my foyer!

HHave, I don't know the name.. Check it out at Capital lighting (online)

Beautiful! What color and finish did you use?

Thank you, Lisa.. We used a custom color similar to BM White Dove.. The finish is satin.

I have checked and did not find it :-( Have you had it for a long time and maybe it is discontinued? Oh I hope not. It would be perfect for my space!

Barstool recommendations. I have searched some bar stools according to the information you gave us.
I hope the four following photos can help you to select bar stools to fit your modern kitchen design.

Hhase,
I'm sorry that you couldn't find it.. We bought it only about 6 months ago..

Homary- thank you for your barstool ideas. They are beautiful. I will investigate further.
I appreciate your input!

nice new look!

beatiful transformation ! love it ! xoxo eva @ monarchsofas.com

That looks like it would b e a great kitchen to cook in! Maybe make a nice Sunday roast!

Beautiful and bright!

marchfive- I feel so glad that you love the barstool ideas.
Expect your pretty kitchen design!

@ Homary- I have been trying to locate the backless stools shown in the black and white kitchen. ( top left pic).. Do you happen to know what/where to buy them?

@marchfive- Thank you like this barstool. But I feel so sorry that I can't find the same one you want. I have found two similar to it. Please check the following links and decide whether to buy or not.
1. http://www.lampsplus.com/products/zuo-set-of-two-black-wedge-32-inch-high-barstools__g4145.html
2. http://www.atgstores.com/general/lumisource-bs-dropin-drop-in-bar-stool_g2198115.html
Hope you can help!

Besides, if you want to buy faucets, lights and other kitchen accessories to decorate your new kitchen, Homary.com can help you.

Thank you, Homary Ltd,
I will check those out and check out your website as well!

Beautiful kitchen. I love the cabinets, the backsplashes and also the large clock. Nice job.

Thank you, Eskandari Stone..now we are searching for barstools

Gorgeous space. Regarding bar stools have you considered wicker?

@ Hines- thank you for your input.I was thinking about wicker or metal ( stainless or black metal base) .. Is there a company that I should explore?
I do want backless as I serve at this counter for parties and do not want to have to remove the chairs.
I am only somewhat concerned with comfort as I believe that we will rarely sit at the counter.

I love the backless glass windows in the kitchen! Can you please share more pictures of those cabinets? Thanks!

CrP1234, thanks .. Attached photos of windows

For those that had offered barstool ideas, we ended up purchasing these.

Great work!

I'm in the middle of a remodel and as I look through all of these various before and after pictures, I have one thing in common with many and that is moving away from the orangey oak. But, it seems everyone, at least on Houzz is moving to cream or white cabinets. I chose a medium stained cherry. I love them, but seemed to be one of the few that went that direction. We are about 3-4 weeks from completion.

It looks very neat, good job!

Wow, what a great improvement !

That is something else!!!