Before and After Kitchen- Same Cabinets New Look
9 years ago
We moved into a 70's style colonial that screamed babyboomers. There was no shortage of plaid & heart stencils; both popular style choices
of the 80's & 90's. The whole house was painted a shade of burgundy or beige. Paint, and removing a few partial walls, gave us a bright, airy space to live and enjoy. We kept the original kitchen cabinets to save money and updated the finishes, yielding fabulous results. A half wall was removed to insert a peninsula and counter for quick meals and homework. Each room has since been updated, leaving the original home unrecognizable and drastically more spacious, on a tight budget.
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PRO9 years agoDanielle Lacey thanked Fratantoni Design / Residential Architects
9 years agoYou've inspired me! Next month we move into our first house and this is what the kitchen looks like. Do you think I could get away with painting the cupboards white and putting on new hardware? It would certainly save a lot of money than ripping everything out!
Danielle Lacey thanked Darcy
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