I would keep the original upper cabinets in the butler's pantry and use them as a clue for the style of the lower cabinets, or refinish the whole thing, adding nicer knobs (those are probably from the 40s or so), maybe traditional bin pulls on the drawers. It you replace the whole works, I would keep the glass doors on top and the supporting brackets and the simple cabinet style. If you could keep the butler's pantry--perhaps stripping and repainting over time, then you could focus your money on the kitchen portion and get higher quality finishes and drawer organizers and such to make the most of your limited space.. The ceilings look to be quite high, so maybe you could go for upper storage cabinets, or glass-fronted cabinets on top for storage and display, esp. if they could be internally lit when you flip the light switch. The big window above the sink looks like the ideal place to have a deeper sill to accomodate pots of herbs and such. Since the kitchen is tight and the ceiling is high, perhaps some ceiling interest, like crown molding or coffers, or perhaps some color or tongue and groove would be nice up there. It is cheaper to box a fridge in with storage or panels than to get the counter depth. My neighbors have a counter depth fridge and they hate it because it takes up a lot of wall space and you can't put a pizza box or anything deep in there. Here are some pics of 1920s kitchens to inspire you. They tended to be rather utilitarian and the cabinet style was most like what we call a Shaker cabinet, rather simple, but buil in small banquettes, color and fitted cupboards (usually one wall) were making an appearance. I know you are going more contemporary, but a touch of the original style in the butler's pantry could be nice, maybe even a secondary sink and small fridge (not sure what you had in mind in drawing). A plate rack in the window above a new sink in the butler's pantry could be pretty and useful, if you have a budget for that. Then the main fridge could stay in the cooking area, and you would have room for a small bistro table or something in the pantry. I have a somewhat similar situation, and I plan on eventually putting a sort of coffee hutch with small sink, fridge, microwave and dishwasher right next to where we eat all our meals in the dining room, which is down a hallway from the kitchen. My kitchen is too small for a dishwasher or table unless I give up most of my cupboard space, Note the grey cupboards with the white counter in pic4, and the industrial style lighting. I've read that grey/greige is the new color for kitchens--just like it has been for walls. Sort of an interesting spin on vintage that dates to the late 20's actually. Farmhouse industrial is another way to bridge the gap between contemporary and traditional. http://1912bungalow.com/ (good info on historic kitchens and baths, plus inspiration pics of grey and white kitchens) http://www.historichousecolors.com/documents/CB-0808-BungalowBasics-20-24-KitchenColors.pdf (Note, most kitchens of this era were similar, whether it was a Bungalow or a Colonial Revival.)

I would suggest investing in black white greys.. it is a classic look and if you eventually change your room color.. all of your bedding will still work, If you can find it you can also do a very dark brown instead.. either way it looks great with bright whites and will last until you want to repaint.

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Both of my scents are of the elite class! With these scents people will know your important! One of the best smells your house could ever enjoy would be birch logs burning in your fireplace (needs heated air vents) (only birch wood) it will create a bleach/coffee smell in your house, so very good smelling and will drench everything in your house with this smell for years to come (remember, only birch wood). FYI, Also, birch essential oil doesn't compare to this method so don't get a candle or the oil expecting your house to smell like a bleach/coffee smell; it won't work. Another really great smell that your guests will never forget in your house (which smells amazing if I say so myself) is any food baked with tomato paste, brown sugar, and a touch of cinnamon. Meats: pork chops, meatloaf, etc.. Your guest will never forget the smell upon walking to your front door for a fine dinner! I love smelling doughnuts wafting through the air. The Barbara Streisand rose and Angel Face rose ( AF has a lemony rose sent ) both smell wonderful in a rose bowl. Peonies and Saltwater.