this 110 year old home was in dire need of a modern makeover while on a tight budget. material selection was in keeping with the architectural integrity of the historic home. key elements to this kitchen remodel: -kitchen layout was highly functional and remained intact -sheet vinyl floor was replaced with antique heart pine wood floors, maintaining architectural consistency throughout the house -prior to wood floor installation, all lower cabinets were removed so flooring could run properly wall to wall; cabinets were then reinstalled -existing oak cabinetry was in very good working condition, so the wood was embraced and renewed with a dark stain and tung oil finish -wrap-around upper cabinets were removed from the main wall, leaving the side wall with upper storage and additional counter space -new doors with a simple bevel edge were fabricated for the upper storage, eliminating the dated raised panel with cathedral top -laminate countertops were replaced with hard working quartz -opting for the strong visual statement of a field tile vs a stunted backsplash, a larger 4x8 white subway tile runs up the entire wall to the ceiling