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My turn! Finished Kitchen Pics

4 years ago

I’ve been dreaming about remodeling this kitchen since we moved in 8 years ago and have been stalking these message boards even longer drooling over everyone’s beautiful kitchens. Squee! It’s finally my turn! We took down the wall between the dining room and kitchen. House is a traditional 1940 brick colonial. The kitchen was part of a larger project where we did a refresh of the downstairs, new powder room, mudroom and master bath.

These boards were an immense help to me although I’m sure I spent twice as much as I would have if I’d never been on here. 😂 But I doubt I’d love my kitchen as much as I do without all the cool things and ideas these boards introduced me too. Thanks for taking a look!

Here's the deets:

  1. Countertop - Fantasy (or Fantasia) Soapstone
  2. Cabinets - custom from HighPoint Cabinetry (Amish outfit) and they did an amazing job. Color is color matched Farrow & Ball Shaded White
  3. Backsplash - Mercury Mosaics Coastal Breeze
  4. Sink - Kohler Whitehaven half apron in color sea salt
  5. Floor - white oak, no stain, matte finish
  6. Island - Antique from the Department of Defense I bought at a local antique mall
  7. Refrigerator & Dishwasher - Bosch 800
  8. Stove - Chambers Model C
  9. Faucet - California Faucets Davoli
  10. Pendant and wall lights - deVol Kitchens
  11. Table chandelier - Etsy

Comments (52)

  • 4 years ago

    Before pics

  • 4 years ago

    Its absolutely beautiful. I love the colors and feel. Job well done!

  • 4 years ago

    Squee indeed. Now you'll be busy cooking so you can spend time in wonderful kitchen.

  • 4 years ago

    Wonderful! You kept the vintage feel in the best way. Even salvaging that window trim! I love the colors and the new flow. The shelves are lovely, though I would personally miss uppers for storage. Well done 👍🏻‼️

  • 4 years ago

    PS, tell us about the choices and materials & appliances! I love the stone - start with that!

  • 4 years ago

    It's beautiful! And oh, that stove...I can't find the words to describe how stunning it is!

  • 4 years ago

    Absolutely charming! Love Mercury Mosaics; are you located in MN?

  • 4 years ago

    Gorgeous! I love everything equally. Can you tell me where you got your kitchen runner?

  • 4 years ago

    @cheri127 - I got it on Facebook Marketplace and it was shipped to me. If you search for Turkish rugs you’ll find similar. They are often cuttings from larger rugs that they then bind the edges.

  • 4 years ago

    Stunning!

  • 4 years ago

    What a wonderful job you did! I LOVE that it's not only gorgeous, but it is so unique - definitely has personal touches and personality. Congratulations!

  • 4 years ago

    Beautiful!!! I especially love the stove and backsplash, I'm a sucker for anything aqua.


    I really like your style - how it is hard to define. Your kitchen, to me, is very English Farmhouse, opening to a dining room with mid-century and Victorian elements... it's all very charming!

  • 4 years ago

    So beautiful! It looks so cozy and inviting too. I want to sit down at the table and have a cup of coffee :-)

  • 4 years ago

    WOW! Fantastic! I'd love to see your kitchen in person, but I'd mess it up by drooling over your choices. :)

  • 4 years ago

    Gorgeous! I love all the vintage and antique touches - it makes your spaces so unique.

  • 4 years ago

    This is one of the best kitchen remodels I've seen on Houzz! Love how you used some great vintage furniture, lovely backsplash, and unique curved casing around the window, plus cozy rugs! 

    This looks like a beautiful home. 10/10

  • 4 years ago

    have you named her yet ? ...personality abounds!!!! thanx for the share!!!!

  • 4 years ago

    Wow, stunning!

  • 4 years ago

    Beautiful kitchen. I especially like your backsplash color.

  • 4 years ago

    Very cool.


    @louislinus how tall are your ceilings and what are rhe dimensions of your hood?

  • 4 years ago

    This is truly gorgeous! Thank you for sharing.


    Did you have any trouble with the building inspector because the stove is in front of a window?

  • 4 years ago

    @Isaac - This is to code in our town so we had no issues.

  • 4 years ago

    @chinacatpeekin - Wanted to show you what F&B Shaded White looks like. Thanks so much for the suggestion and all your help on my kitchen,


  • 4 years ago

    This came out amazing! Looks like its always been there… but better!


    Can you share the brand of your hardware? Especially the shelf brackets are just what I am looking for.

  • 4 years ago

    Absolutely beautiful! Can you please tell us more about the antique stove? Was it in that perfect condition when you bought it, or did you have it refurbished? Did you buy it locally? How is it to cook with?

  • 4 years ago

    Love it! So much personality

  • 4 years ago

    I love your inset cabs and range most of all. you did a beautiful kitchen.

  • 4 years ago

    That is simply delightful!

  • 4 years ago

    It’s absolutely WONDERFUL!! I am so excited to see this post.
    I love everything you chose; so cohesive and just exactly perfect for your beautiful home! Bravo!!

  • 4 years ago

    @Shannon - I had it restored by someone. I love cooking on it. It’s the dreamiest.

  • 4 years ago

    @aph84 - Hardware is from Hardwick and Sons 1” unlacquered brass knobs.

    Brackets from Amazon

    Shelf-Made Lewiston Steel 7.37... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QCJG56G?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

  • 4 years ago

    Michael - 96” ceilings. The hood is 36x12. I had to have a very short hood to be able to fit it above the window. It has a remote control (bought separately)

    https://www.appliancesconnection.com/xo-xoil3619s.html

  • 4 years ago

    This is marvelously done! Everything flows together beautifully and proportionately. Absolutely LOVE the choice of blue tile -- like a breath of fresh air, lively yet soothing. I hope you enjoy every minute you spend in there -- I know I would!

  • 4 years ago

    Wow, you've done a fantastic job! We have a kitcen with a mid-1940s O'Keefe & Merritt stove in it (currently roasting beets in one oven and baking a lemon olive oil cake in the other), so your vintage stove is a huge plus in my eyes. And so many delightful details to pore over, from the lovely shelves and graceful supports to the rug and artwork. Houzz/Garden Web was an amazing help in our remodel, and it looks like you found the same thing.

  • 4 years ago

    Would love to see your old stove!

  • 4 years ago

    Absolutely beautiful! Love that stove!!!!

  • 4 years ago

    louislinus, I posted our reveal HERE about five years ago, and seeing your new-but-vintage kitchen brings back good memories of the whole process (at least now that i've forgotten all the doubts and stress.)

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  • 4 years ago

    Love your new kitchen and dining area, so charming. Very cozy and full if warmth. Your stove is fabulous.



  • 4 years ago

    @AvatarWalt - Love your space! Thanks for sharing.


  • 4 years ago

    So beautiful. that backsplash and range. *chef's kiss*

  • 4 years ago

    Ditto all the above! love the uniqueness and vintage feel etc. really well done! love it. enjoy!

  • 4 years ago

    So beautiful! Especially that backsplash. The best backsplash/single shelf combo I've seen.

  • 4 years ago

    Lovely and charming

  • 4 years ago

    Love your choices! Would you mind sharing what grout color you chose? We're doing a similarly hued backsplash with Pacific Soapstone countertops and cream cabinets and grout color is one of the last decisions I have to make. :)

  • 3 years ago

    Love this! I just put a down payment on Fantasia soapstone, but am starting to panic a little over the softness of this particular variety. How are you liking them?

  • 3 years ago

    Bravo! Your kitchen is is spectacular! Standouts to me are the range, backsplash and sink. Nicely done!

  • 3 years ago

    @louislinus Beautiful! How is the cabinet hardware from Hardwick & Sons holding up? I'm curious if the quality is comparable to brands like Emtek.

  • 2 years ago

    yes @louislinus also curious about your hardware!! thanks so much


  • 2 years ago

    We're over 2 years in and the hardware has been great! No issues at all. Mine is unlacquered and it is patinaing (is that a word?) nicely. :)

  • 2 years ago

    Are the bar pulls from Hardwick & Sons too? I like the size you chose.