Removing the soffits allowed use of 42" high wall cabinets and still have 7" space above to trim to the ceiling. Leaving some space above the cabinets that is hidden by top trim accommodates the hidden pipes, ducts and wiring that is often found inside the soffits without incurring significant cost. The wall right of the stove bumps into the room and was not able to be removed. The base cabinet extends into the kitchen and the countertop ties into the base next to the range.

This is an organic Lime Wash done with a true lime wash product as opposed to a brick mortar or concrete that is often seen on new houses. This product can be applied as a solid coating making the surface completely white, or can be applied and "washed off" in many artistic ways, as seen here. If you hate your brick or just want something unique this is a great option! Photo credit: Jeff Murrey

Krista Boersma, President/Owner of Fusion Interior Design Inc. Clients wanted to give their existing more traditional looking kitchen a refreshing new more modern, lighter feel while still reusing existing cabinetry. We painted existing cabinetry a warm neutral gray, added new Cambria quartz counter tops and a new back splash. Clients loved the new overall look and feel and were really pleased not to incur the cost of having to purchase new cabinets to obtain it! They loved it so much we ended up painting the built in bar and bookcase in the living room which helped to unify the two spaces.

Krista Boersma, President/Owner of Fusion Interior Design Inc. Clients wanted to give their existing more traditional looking kitchen a refreshing new more modern, lighter feel while still reusing existing cabinetry. We painted existing cabinetry a warm neutral gray, added new Cambria quartz counter tops and a new back splash. Clients loved the new overall look and feel and were really pleased not to incur the cost of having to purchase new cabinets to obtain it! They loved it so much we ended up painting the built in bar and bookcase in the living room which helped to unify the two spaces.

Krista Boersma, President/Owner of Fusion Interior Design Inc. Clients wanted to give their existing more traditional looking kitchen a refreshing new more modern, lighter feel while still reusing existing cabinetry. We painted existing cabinetry a warm neutral gray, added new Cambria quartz counter tops and a new back splash. Clients loved the new overall look and feel and were really pleased not to incur the cost of having to purchase new cabinets to obtain it! They loved it so much we ended up painting the built in bar and bookcase in the living room which helped unify the two spaces.

Krista Boersma, President/Owner of Fusion Interior Design Inc. Clients wanted to give their existing more traditional looking kitchen a refreshing new more modern, lighter feel while still reusing existing cabinetry. We painted existing cabinetry a warm neutral gray, added new Cambria quartz counter tops and a new back splash. Clients loved the new overall look and feel and were really pleased not to incur the cost of having to purchase new cabinets to obtain it! They loved it so much we ended up painting the built in bar and bookcase in the living room which helped to unify the two spaces.

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Over here at A+ Home Improvements, we worked with a client on their custom kitchen renovation. Our client owned a beautiful, large historical home that had incurred multiple changes throughout its lifespan. While the home offered extremely cool characteristics, it wasn't the most level thing in the world. The existing kitchen space included unused desk space and outdated cabinets and fixtures. One of the biggest obstacles, however, were the out of square walls.

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Roof overhangs were eliminated, which saved expense and brought a crisp, modern appearance to a traditional form, allowing for very careful exterior sealing of roof-to-wall intersections. In lieu of roof overhangs, low pitched, steel roofed canopies provide cover to areas that require it, creating useful outdoor space and breaking up the simple form of the house. The siding and trim are made from inexpensive but long-lasting Maine-milled White Cedar, installed in a reverse board and batten style which allows drainage and airflow behind the boards to extend their life. The siding was also left unfinished to weather to a silver grey, reducing cost, ecological footprint, and the need for future maintenance that paint or solid stain would incur. Exterior and interior surfaces (unfinished wood, galvanized steel, unfinished concrete) were selected to be durable and low-maintenance, minimizing the long term operating costs and future ecological impact of the house.

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Roof overhangs were eliminated, which saved expense and brought a crisp, modern appearance to a traditional form, allowing for very careful exterior sealing of roof-to-wall intersections. In lieu of roof overhangs, low pitched, steel roofed canopies provide cover to areas that require it, creating useful outdoor space and breaking up the simple form of the house. The siding and trim are made from inexpensive but long-lasting Maine-milled White Cedar, installed in a reverse board and batten style which allows drainage and airflow behind the boards to extend their life. The siding was also left unfinished to weather to a silver grey, reducing cost, ecological footprint, and the need for future maintenance that paint or solid stain would incur. Exterior and interior surfaces (unfinished wood, galvanized steel, unfinished concrete) were selected to be durable and low-maintenance, minimizing the long term operating costs and future ecological impact of the house.

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