Kitchen reveal

10 years ago

I posted this on the home building forum, but thought I would share here also since I spent most of my lurking time on the kitchens forum. We just finished our new construction, being our own GC's. We did all the flooring, cabinet install, and trim work ourselves, but subbed out the framing, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and countertops. I was so fortunate to have a great experience as a GC. I've read so many horror stories here about issues with subs, etc, but we were very lucky. I worked with wonderful subs who tolerated my many questions and last minute ideas. Cabinets are espresso finished American Woodmark from HD, Crema Brasil granite, pulls from IKEA, and engineered distressed hickory wide plank floors.

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chellefnp
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10 years ago

desertsteph - yes, the double doors are to my pantry. It's 6 ft x 2 1/2 feet, so far it's been plenty big. The faucet is a Delta Ashton pull down. I love it, and even my hubby thinks it is great. And who knew that I invented a new thing with an "islandinsula", thanks for coining the perfect term for it. We should patent that idea!

yeonassky - We've only been here a couple of weeks (and admittedly, I haven't been doing much cooking because we've been working getting our old house ready to sell). But so far, I find myself using the prep area between the sink and the breakfast bar for just about everything. The counter between the stove and the fridge has been more of a serving/landing area. I love facing out to the living room while I'm working, and all my utensils, bowls, etc are all within just a step or two. My old kitchen despite being a decent size had very little counterspace, so I'm in heaven!

I know there are lots of folks here who don't love dark cabinets, would never have an OTR microwave (mine is vented outside at least), and wouldn't do a glass mosaic backsplash with granite, but every time I walk into this kitchen, I can't stop smiling. So life is good!

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Carrie B
10 years ago
Would you post a close up of your crown molding? I love the simplicity and scale of the molding - so understated!
fldirt
10 years ago
You did a great job! Love the floors & your island is very unique. I know you will have many happy hours cooking in you kitchen.
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chellefnp
Original Author
10 years ago
last modified: 10 years ago
Here you go Carrie B.

fldirt--Had to laugh when you said the island was unique. The draftsman tried to talk me out of it, the original plan had the counter with the seating wrap around and connect to the pantry instead. It left a ton of wasted space in the middle of the kitchen--not enough for an island but too much to be functional. I love the way it turned out. Kind of like a galley kitchen but with additional space for people to hang out on the other side of the island. The pantry is accessible and easy to pull out what I need to the prep counter without having to carry it around to the other side. I built a false back to the island behind the sink and dishwasher to make the island a little wider and create a toekick on both sides. I love it, do not regret it one bit.
Carrie B
10 years ago
I really like that. I kind of wish my crown molding were smaller, like yours, but then either my cabinets would have had to be taller (and they're already tall) or they would not have gone to the ceiling.
desertsteph
10 years ago
very nice! love the flooring. and yes, very unique islandinsula! lots of room for people to sit up to it.

are the double doors your pantry? what faucet do you have?
mama goose_gw zn6OH
10 years ago
Very pretty! I love the earth-tones and wood floors.

desertsteph, 'islandinsula'--I'll have to remember that term. ;)
yeonassky
10 years ago
Very nice. Calm, serene and yet still interesting. How will you use your Islinsula? That's the lazy way of spelling/saying it. ;) I imagine one area being used for preparing baking stuff while other is used for regular prep.
oldbat2be
10 years ago
Well done - what a clean, serene, well-lit happy space you have created! I especially love your flooring and will look forward to some KAW / Kitchen At Work photos:)
mgmum
10 years ago
Looks great! I'm interested to see the built in on the other side of the fridge and the end view of the island-insula!
chellefnp
Original Author
10 years ago
mgmum - here you go. I'm not sure which other view you were looking for, see if this works:
mgmum
10 years ago
Thanks chellefnp! I thought your island was U shaped but now I see it's L shaped. The built-in serving area looks great! I just wanted a better look, that's all. :)
tiggsy
10 years ago
Chellefnp, everything looks great, I'm sure you are enjoying your kitchen immensely. What is the distance between the island and the counter with the range?
romy718
10 years ago
Somehow I missed your reveal in Nov. Beautiful floor and I especially like your piece in your dining area. Congratulations - you & DH did a great job.
chellefnp
Original Author
10 years ago
tiggsy - it's 46 inches between the countertop edges.