prospect711's Kitchen

Little Natural Cherry and Soapstone Kitchen

Details from prospect711 on 9/19/2012
Link to prospect711's Gardenweb finished kitchen post
Link to prospect711's photo album

Introduction:
Remodel completed November 2011.
  
Kitchen Highlights:

• Cabinets: custom natural cherry Amish made
• Counters: Beleza soapstone 
• Backsplash: Slate corinth from The Tile Shop 
• Floor: existing vinyl from Lowes 
• UCL: LED strips installed by DH 
• Bar stools: Trica Swirl 
• Walls: SW Unusual Gray
• Custom soapstone sink, designed and fabricated by The Stone Studio in Batesville, Indiana
• Pendants from Sonneman
• Range: Capital Precision
• Refrigerator: Kitchenaid
• DW: Bosch

KitchenDetails:

1. Kitchen Basics
Type of Remodel:    Kitchen Remodel/Existing Footprint/All New Items
Budget:    Middle Budget
Location:     U.S. non-specific
Location Type:    Rural
Basic Other Information:     Located near Dayton, Ohio

2. Kitchen Design
Kitchen Design Family/Function:    Just The Two Of Us
Kitchen Designer:    Self-Designed, Kitchen Designer
Kitchen Size:    Medium (151-350 sq.ft)
Kitchen Dimensions (WxL):    13x21
Kitchen Height:    Height 8 feet or less
Kitchen Shape:    U-Shaped Kitchen
Kitchen Style:    Rustic Style, Shaker Style
Kitchen Island:    No Island
Kitchen Peninsula:    Peninsula With Seating, Peninsula with multiple levels
Kitchen Seating:    Peninsula Counter Seating
Kitchen Ceiling:    No Special Ceiling Design
Design Special Features:    Peninsula with Cooktop
Design Other Information:    Designer: Nest Designs LLC

3. Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets New/Reused:    New Cabinet Doors and Boxes - Custom Sizes
Cabinet Manufacturer:  
Cabinet Door Composition:    Solid Wood Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Door (Wood):    Cherry Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Box Composition:    Solid Wood Cabinet Boxes
Cabinet Box (Wood):    Cherry Cabinet Boxes
Cabinet Framing:    Framed Cabinet
Cabinet Door Overlay:    Full Overlay Cabinet Door
Cabinet Door Style:    Square Cabinet Door
Cabinet Color:    Medium Wood Cabinet Door
Cabinet Finish:    Natural (Varnish) Cabinet Door
Cabinet Height:    Cabinets to the Ceiling
Mixed Cabinets?    No mixed cabinets
Cabinet Special Features:    Full Extension Cabinet Drawers, Soft-Close Cabinet Drawers, Wall Cabinet with Top Hinge, Cabinet Inserts of Clear Glass

4. Kitchen Countertops
Countertop New/Reused:    New Countertops
Countertop Composition:    Soapstone Countertop
Soapstone Countertop:    Beleza
Countertop Color:    Gray Countertop  
Countertop Edge:    Eased Edge Countertop
Mixed Countertops?    No Mixed Countertops
Countertop Supplier:    The Stone Studio, Batesville, Indiana
Countertop Fabricator:    The Stone Studio, Batesville, Indiana

5. Kitchen Backsplash
Backsplash New/Reused:    New Backsplash
Backsplash Material:    Slate Backsplash
Backsplash Type:    Sheet Backsplash
Backsplash Pattern:    corinth
Backsplash Size:    Full backsplash
Backsplash Color:    Copper Backsplash
Backsplash Manufacturer:  
Backsplash Details:  
Backsplash Supplier:    The Tile Shop

6. Kitchen Appliances
Appliances: New/Reused?    All New Appliances
Refrigerator Manufacturer:  
Refrigerator Color:    Stainless Steel Refrigerator
Refrigerator Special Features:    French Door Refrigerator  
Range/Stove Manufacturer:  
Range/Stove Color:    Stainless Steel Range/Stove
Range/Stove Special Features:    Range Mount Slide-in, Range Gas Continuous Grates, Pro-Style    
Range Hood Manufacturer:    Kobe
Range Hood Max CFM:  
Range Hood MUA:  
Range Hood Color:    Stainless Steel Range Hood
Range Hood Special Features:    Island Mount Range Hood
Dishwasher Manufacturer:    Bosch
Dishwasher Color:    Stainless Steel Dishwasher
Dishwasher Special Features:    
Microwave Manufacturer:    Sharp
Microwave Color:    Black Microwave
Microwave Details:    Special cabinet conceals the microwave.
Microwave Special Features:    Convection Microwave
Additional Appliances:    Garbage Disposal - Continuous Feed

7. Kitchen Plumbing
Plumbing: New/Reused?    Reused All Existing Plumbing Lines  
Main Sink Manufacturer:    Custom soapstone sink
Main Sink Material:    Soapstone Main Sink
Main Sink Shape:    Rectangular Main Sink, Extra-Deep Main Sink
Main Sink Bowls:    Single Bowl Sink
Main Sink Width:    Main Sink 30 to 34 inches
Main Sink Mount:     Apron Front Sink

      
8. Kitchen Electric and Lighting
no information

9. Kitchen Hardware
no information

10. Kitchen Flooring
no information

11. Kitchen Pantry
no informaiton

12. Kitchen Special Features
Convenience Items:    Cutting Board Storage, Integrated Drainboard, Super Susan, Trash Pullout

13. Kitchen Decor
Decor Wall Color:    Gray Wall Color
Decor Wall Color Details:    Sherwin Williams Unusual Gray 

14. Kitchen Additional Comments
no information  

Before Photos:    No
Floorplan Photos:  No

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angax's Kitchen

White Kitchen on a Budget

Details from AngAx on 9/19/2012
Link to AngAx's Gardenweb finished kitchen post
Link to AngAx's photos

Introduction:
1989 kitchen updated in 2011. Kept cabinets and layout, painted cabinets and installed new lighting, counters, appliances, sink, faucet, flooring.

Kitchen Highlights:

• Cabinets : Original frameless pickled oak cabinets (1989) painted BM Decorators White
• Trim paint: BM Decorator's White 
• Wall Paint : BM Bone White 
• Counters : Tropical Brown granite
• Sink : undermount stainless steel : came from the granite supplier 
• Faucet : Delta Addison in stainless steel 
• Cabinet hardware : stainless steel pulls : not sure where they came from 
• Backsplash : Daltile Rittenhouse Square subway tile in arctic white semi-gloss 
• Dishwasher : Maytag 
• Range: GE Profile 
• Refrigerator : GE 
• Microwave : original microwave : GE 
• Floor- Mohawk Laminate
• Window Treatments : Smith + Noble, Waverly Prelude Paisley crimson fabric 
• Counterstools: Pottery Barn 
• Kitchen Table & Chairs : Kmart Country Living collection (I told you I was on a budget) 
• Lanterns above island : bell jar lanterns (Pottery Barn knockoffs) from overstock.com 
• Light fixture above kitchen table : original fixture, was shiny brass but I spray painted it dark brown

KitchenDetails:
1. Kitchen Basics
Type of Remodel:    Kitchen Remodel/Existing Footprint/Many Reused Items
Kitchen installation:     Acted as own GC; hired subcontractors
Budget:    Low Budget ($10K - $20K)
Location:     U.S. non-specific
Location Type:    Suburban

2. Kitchen Design
Kitchen Design Family/Function:    Small Children
Kitchen Designer:    Self-Designed
Kitchen Size:    Medium (151-350 sq.ft)
Kitchen Dimensions (WxL):  
Kitchen Height:    Height 8 feet or less
Kitchen Shape:    Open Kitchen
Kitchen Style:    Classic Style, Traditional Style
Kitchen Island:    Single Island, Island With Seating, Island with one level, Oversized Island
Kitchen Island#1 Size (WxL):      
Kitchen Peninsula:    No Peninsula
Kitchen Seating:    Island Counter Seating
Kitchen Ceiling:    No Special Ceiling Design
Design Special Features:    Message Center

3. Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets New/Reused:    Reused Existing Cabinet Doors and Boxes (Repainted)
Cabinet Manufacturer:  
Cabinet Manufacturer Details:  
Cabinet Door Composition:    Solid Wood Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Door (Wood):    Oak Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Box Composition:  
Cabinet Box (Wood):  
Cabinet Framing:    Frameless Cabinet
Cabinet Door Overlay:    Full Overlay Cabinet Door
Cabinet Door Style:    Cathedral Cabinet Door
Cabinet Color:    White/Cream Cabinet Door
Cabinet Finish:    Painted Cabinet Door
Cabinet Height:    Soffit between Cabinets and Ceiling
Mixed Cabinets?    No mixed cabinets

4. Kitchen Countertops
Countertop New/Reused:    New Countertops
Countertop Composition:    Granite (slab) Countertop
Granite Countertop:    Tropical Brown
Countertop Color:    Brown Countertop
Countertop Finish:    Polished Countertop
Countertop Edge:    Eased Edge Countertop
Mixed Countertops?    No Mixed Countertops  
Countertop Special Features:    Countertop deeper than 28in

5. Kitchen Backsplash
Backsplash New/Reused:    New Backsplash
Backsplash Material:    Ceramic/Porcelain Backsplash
Backsplash Type:    Subway Tile Backsplash
Backsplash Tile Size:    Backsplash Tile Rectangular - Medium (2x4 to 3x6)
Backsplash Size:    Full backsplash
Backsplash Color:    White Backsplash
Backsplash Manufacturer:    Daltile

6. Kitchen Appliances
Appliances: New/Reused?    All New Appliances
Refrigerator Manufacturer:    GE
Refrigerator Color:    Stainless Steel Refrigerator
Refrigerator Special Features:    French Door Refrigerator  
Range/Stove Color:    Stainless Steel Range/Stove
Range/Stove Special Features:    Range Griddle, Convection Range, Warming Drawer in Range
Range/Stove Manufacturer:    GE PROFILE
Dishwasher Manufacturer:    MAYTAG
Dishwasher Color:    White/Cream Dishwasher
Microwave Manufacturer:    GE
Microwave Color:    Black Microwave
Microwave Special Features:    Microwave On a Shelf
Additional Appliances:    Garbage Disposal - Continuous Feed

7. Kitchen Plumbing
Plumbing: New/Reused?    Mix of Old and New Plumbing Lines
Main Sink Material:    Stainless Main Sink
Main Sink Shape:    Rectangular Main Sink
Main Sink Bowls:    Double Bowl Sink
Main Sink Mount:     Zero Reveal Undermount Sink
Main Faucet Manufacturer:    DELTA
Main Faucet Color/Material:    Stainless Steel Main Faucet
Main Faucet Finish:    Brushed Main Faucet
Main Faucet Type:    Pull-Out Spray Faucet, Single Handle Faucet, Gooseneck Faucet 

8. Kitchen Electric and Lighting
Lighting Special Features:    Pendant over Island, Recessed Lighting

9. Kitchen Hardware
Hardware Type:    Pulls Only 
Hardware Pulls Manufacturer:  
Hardware Pulls Material/Color:    Nickel/Pewter Knobs, Stainless Knobs

10. Kitchen Flooring
Flooring New/Reused:    New Flooring
Flooring Manufacturer:    Mohawk
Flooring Material:    Laminate Floor
Flooring Color:    Medium Wood Floor

11. Kitchen Pantry
Pantry Type:    Wall Cabinet Pantry
Pantry Size:  
Pantry Depth:  
Pantry Cabinet Features:    Fixed Shelves in Pantry Cabinet

12. Kitchen Special Features
Convenience Items:    Appliance Garage, Bookshelf

13. Kitchen Decor
Decor Wall Color:    White/Cream Wall Color  
Decor Special Features:    Chalkboard / Chalkboard Paint  

14. Kitchen Additional Comments
no information


Before Photos:  Yes
Floorplan Photos:   No

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laxsupermom's Kitchen

Walnut-Pegged Cherry Kitchen w/ Soapstone Counters & Custom Organization

Details from laxsupermom on 9/19/2012
Link to laxsupermom's Gardenweb finished kitchen post
Link to laxsupermom's Blog with Finished photos

Introduction:
This was a DIY labor of love that spanned 4 years.  We broke out the sledgehammers in 2008, and I finally declared it done in 2012.  It isn't the white shaker inset "one true kitchen," but it is MY one true kitchen (excepting the french range in my someday when I win the lottery dream kitchen.)

Kitchen Highlights:

• Kraftmaid Cherry Shaker cabinets with Walnut Corner Pegs 
• Soapstone and Cherry Butcherblock counters 
• Custom mosaic backsplash including Interstyle Barcode glass tiles
• Sharp MW drawer
• Custom storage solutions

KitchenDetails:
1. Kitchen Basics
Type of Remodel:    Kitchen Remodel/Existing Footprint/All New Items
Kitchen installation:     All Do-It-Yourself: 90%-100%
Budget:    Middle Budget
Location:     U.S. Northeastern
Location Type:    Suburban
Basic Other Information:     We're in Upstate NY.  We purchased our soapstone from M. Texeira in NJ, but fabricated and installed them ourselves.

2. Kitchen Design
Kitchen Design Family/Function:    Small Children, Entertain Frequently, Pet Accommodations
Kitchen Designer:    Self-Designed
Kitchen Size:    Medium (151-350 sq.ft)
Kitchen Dimensions (WxL):    10.5' x 24'
Kitchen Height:    Height 8 feet or less
Kitchen Shape:    G-Shaped Kitchen (U-shaped plus Peninsula)
Kitchen Style:    Transitional Style 
Kitchen Peninsula:    Peninsula With Seating, Peninsula with one level
Kitchen Seating:    Peninsula Counter Seating
Kitchen Ceiling:    No Special Ceiling Design
Design Special Features:    Beverage/Bar Center, Built-in Pantry, Bay/Box Window, Message Center, Multiple Prep Areas, Pet Area

3. Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets New/Reused:    New Cabinet Doors and Boxes - Custom Sizes
Cabinet Manufacturer:    Kraftmaid
Cabinet Manufacturer Details:    Kraftmaid Lynchburg Cherry Mission
Cabinet Door Composition:    Solid Wood Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Door (Wood):    Cherry Cabinet Doors, Walnut Corner Pegs
Cabinet Box Composition:    Wood Veneer Cabinet Boxes
Cabinet Framing:    Framed Cabinet
Cabinet Door Overlay:    Partial Overlay Cabinet Door
Cabinet Door Style:    Square Cabinet Door, Recessed Panel Cabinet Door
Cabinet Color:    Medium Wood Cabinet Door
Cabinet Finish:    Stained Cabinet Door
Cabinet Height:    Cabinets to the Ceiling
Mixed Cabinets?    Mostly Cherry with some Walnut
Cabinet Special Features:    Wall Cabinet greater than 36in high, Full Extension Cabinet Drawers, Soft-Close Cabinet Drawers, Cabinet Inserts of Unusual Glass
Cabinet Other Information:    The liquor hutch at the far end of the kitchen was designed by me and built by my husband, because eliminating that cabinetry knocked $4000 off our cabinet total(custom depths.)  We built it for less than $200 using leftover soapstone for the counter.  Here's a link to details: http://sugarnspiceinthelandofballsnsticks.blogspot.com/2011/04/featured-at-atticmag.html

4. Kitchen Countertops
Countertop New/Reused:    New Countertops
Countertop Composition:    Soapstone Countertop, Wood Countertop
Soapstone Countertop:    Black Venata
Wood Countertop:    Cherry strip
Countertop Color:    Black Countertop
Countertop Finish:    No Countertop Finish
Countertop Edge:    Eased Edge Countertop
Mixed Countertops?    Cherry on the sink run, Soapstone everywhere else
Countertop Supplier:    We purchased our Cherry butcherblock from Lumber Liquidators and the Soapstone from M. Texeira in NJ.
Countertop Fabricator:    DIYed fabrication  
Countertop Other Information:    We use a mixture of beeswax and mineral oil on both the wood and soapstone counters to maintain their beauty. 

5. Kitchen Backsplash
Backsplash New/Reused:    Mix of Old and New Backsplashes
Backsplash Material:    Glass Backsplash, Ceramic/Porcelain Backsplash, Marble Backsplash
Backsplash Type:    Mosaic Tile Backsplash
Backsplash Pattern:    Mosaic Backsplash, Accent tiles embedded in backsplash
Backsplash Tile Size:    The glass barcode tiles are 2x10.  All other tiles were cut down to 2 inch height x random width
Backsplash Size:    Backsplash all the way up the wall, also wrapped into window well
Backsplash Color:    Black Backsplash, Gray Backsplash, Red Backsplash, White Backsplash
Backsplash Manufacturer:    Interstyle
Backsplash Details:    Barcode tile in Dragonfish(color)
Backsplash Supplier:    Purchased the Barcode tile from Vestal Tile in Vestal, NY.  Also picked up some random grey clearanced tiles from Vestal Tile.  We picked up more random tile from the Habitat ReStore in Rochester, NY, and some salvaged marble from ReHouse in Rochester, NY.
Backsplash Special Features:    Unusual Backsplash Design, Mixed Materials in Backsplash
Backsplash Other Information:    After falling in love with the Barcode Tiles, we amassed random tiles which we cut down to 2xrandom width tiles.  The mosaic was pulled together by pulling randomly from the piles of cut tiles.  We grouted with Delorean Grey.
 
6. Kitchen Appliances
Appliances: New/Reused?    All New Appliances
Refrigerator Manufacturer:    Whirlpool
Refrigerator Color:    Stainless Steel Refrigerator
Refrigerator Special Features:    French Door Refrigerator, Regular size frig inset into wall to counter depth
Refrigerator Details:    Whirlpool Gold french door refrigerator with ice through the door.
Range/Stove Color:    "Stainless Look" Range/Stove
Range/Stove Special Features:  
Range/Stove Manufacturer:    Whirlpool
Range Hood Max CFM:    601-1000 CFM Range Hood  
Range Hood Color:    Stainless Steel Range Hood
Range Hood Special Features:    Under Cabinet Mount Range Hood
Dishwasher Manufacturer:    Whirlpool
Dishwasher Color:    Stainless Steel Dishwasher
Microwave Manufacturer:    Sharp
Microwave Color:    Stainless Steel Microwave
Microwave Details:    Sharp KB6524PS stalked this particular model on eBay for months.
Microwave Special Features:    Built-in Microwave in Drawer

7. Kitchen Plumbing
Plumbing: New/Reused?    Mix of Old and New Plumbing Lines
Main Sink Manufacturer:  
Main Sink Material:    Stainless Main Sink
Main Sink Shape:    D-shaped Main Sink, Extra-Deep Main Sink
Main Sink Bowls:    Double Bowl Sink
Main Sink Width:    Main Sink 35 to 40 inches
Main Sink Cabinet Size:    Main Sink Cabinet 36 inch
Main Sink Mount:     Zero Reveal Undermount Sink
Main Faucet Manufacturer:  
Main Faucet Color/Material:    Bronze/ORB Main Faucet
Main Faucet Finish:    Satin Main Faucet
Main Faucet Type:    Pull-Out Spray Faucet, Single Handle Faucet, Gooseneck Faucet   

8. Kitchen Electric and Lighting
Electric Special Features:    Plug inside cabinet
Lighting Special Features:    Pendant over Sink, Recessed Lighting, Under Cabinet Lighting, Pendant over Peninsula
Lighting Details:    Undercabinet LED strip lights use existing wiring.  I never even realized that we had flourescent undercabinet lights before the sledgehammers came out.  Over sink pendant purchased on clearance from Belacor online.  Over Peninsula pendant was a plug in lamp that we rewired for direct wire.  Recessed lights by the liquor hutch are eyeball lights for positionable lighting.

9. Kitchen Hardware
Hardware Type:    Both Knobs and Pulls
Hardware Knobs Manufacturer:    The fancifully shaped knobs are Emenee.
Hardware Knobs Material/Color:    Black Knobs
Hardware Pulls Manufacturer:  
Hardware Pulls Material/Color:    Black Knobs

10. Kitchen Flooring
Flooring New/Reused:    New Flooring
Flooring Manufacturer:    DuroDesign
Flooring Material:    Cork Floor
Flooring Color:    Multicolor Floor
Flooring Details:    Duro-Design cork tiles in Cocoa and Praline.  Soft flooring that is easy on the back for all day marathon baking sessions.
Flooring Other Information:    Easy to install.  Installed over a couple of days during son's naps.

11. Kitchen Pantry
Pantry Type:    Reach-in Pantry (Built-in), Tall Cabinet Pantry
Pantry Size:    The reach-in is 36"x42" the Tall pull out pantry is 15" wide.
Pantry Depth:    20" along the back wall, 12" on the side wall
Pantry Cabinet Features:    Tall pull-out pantry
Pantry Shelving:    Adjustable Open Shelving in Built-in Pantry, Ventilated Open Shelving in Built-in Pantry
Pantry Door:    Swing-Out Door on Built-in Pantry
Pantry Shape:    L-Shaped Pantry Shelves
Pantry Items:    Bottled Goods in Pantry, Boxed Goods in Pantry, Broom/Dustpan in Pantry, Canned Goods in Pantry, random large things that I don't want to store in the main kitchen, like chocolate fountain, coffee samovar, etc.

12. Kitchen Special Features
Eco-Friendly:    Includes low-energy or low-water-use components, Includes recycled components, Includes reused components 
Convenience Items:    Appliance Garage, Bookshelf, Drawer Dividers, Recycling Pullout, Spice Rack, Trash Pullout, knife pullout
Special Features Other Information:    Knife pullout was a custom design, inspired by another KF member, built by my husband. Sideways foil/wrap pullout drawer also designed by me, and executed by my husband as a way to make the most of the space when retrofitting the cabinetry for the MW drawer.

13. Kitchen Decor
Decor Wall Color Details:    Valspar Heritage Tea Room Yellow.  Words above the french doors painted in regular craft paint in black.
Decor Special Features:    Chalkboard / Chalkboard Paint, Wall Words
Decor Other Information:    I swap out decorative cookie jars depending on mood or season.

14. Kitchen Additional Comments
Opinions:    I love how our kitchen turned out.  Ideally, I'd have had a wider space to work with and unlimited funds to afford both the $$$ and the space for a giant french range, but overall, I'm very happy with the kitchen.  I do have plans to swap out the range for a double oven range, though.

Kitchen Cost:

• Kraftmaid Cherry Lynchburg Mission cabinets - $14169.54 but we received $2500 back in Lowe's rebate gift cards that were used for anything that doesn't have a dollar figure.
• Whirlpool Gold french door frig - $892 clearanced at Lowe's
• KB6524PS Sharp Microwave Drawer - $597 ebay
• 900cfm range hood - $190 ebay
• Ticor stainless steel undermount sink - $145
• Price Pfister Hanover pullout faucet - $70 ebay
• Glass pendant light (over sink) - $47.08 clearanced at Bellacor.com
• Pendant over peninsula - $49 clearanced at Pier 1
• Durodesign cork floors - $1586
• Black Venata Soapstone counters - $2688.80 M. Texeira
• Cherry Butcherblock counters - $356.39 Lumber liquidators
• Insinkerator Garbage Disposal - $118.05 ebay
• 13 Glass Barcode tiles - $1027
• The rest of the tile - $60
• Drywall, saw blades, drill bits, recessed lights, uc led lights, garden window, french doors, caulk, paint, wood for additional custom projects etc. all out of the Lowe's rebates.
• For a grand total of approximately $21695.56. Not quite an under $20k kitchen, but pretty darn close.

Thank You's:    I found the KF a little late in my journey, but I wouldn't have come across the MW drawer without the forum.  Reading posts from other TKOers helped to keep me sane during the long process when all I wanted to do was talk kitchens, and nobody in real life wanted to hear any more about it. 

Before Photos:  Yes
Floorplan Photos:  No

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beaglesdoitbetter's Kitchen

Blue and White Kitchen with Long Island

Details from beaglesdoitbetter on 9/19/2012
Link to beaglesdoitbetter's Gardenweb finished kitchen post
Link to beaglesdoitbetter's blog with photos

Introduction:
The kitchen was part of a new home build. It was completed in February of 2012.

Kitchen Highlights:

• Cabinets: Dutch Wood Kitchens (Custom cabinet makers in Myerstown PA. (717) 933-5133
• Counters: Island is bookmatched blue bahia, Perimeter cabinets are Statuario Marble
• Sinks: Custom fabricated marble and custom fabricated concrete (Paco Originals did the concrete work). Instant hot and chilled water from Wasteking. 
• Appliances: Miele 42"" cooktop; Jenn-Air ovens; Bosch integrated refrigerator, Sub-Zero fridge/freezer drawers; Sharp microwave drawer
• Tile mural: Custom-made by Stone Impressions
• Knobs: Custom-made glass knobs, Designer Glass Mosaics. China cabinet knobs are Schaub mother-of-pearl

KitchenDetails:
1. Kitchen Basics
Type of Remodel:    New Kitchen/New House
Kitchen installation:     Hired General Contractor
Budget:    High Budget
Location Type:    Rural
Basic Other Information:     Home construction was Elite Home Builders in Reading PA.

2. Kitchen Design
Kitchen Design Family/Function:    Just The Two Of Us
Kitchen Designer:    Self-Designed
Kitchen Size:    Large (over 350 sq.ft)
Kitchen Dimensions (WxL):  
Kitchen Height:    Height 9 feet or less
Kitchen Style:    French Style, Traditional Style
Kitchen Island:    Island with one level, Oversized Island
Kitchen Island#1 Size (WxL):    156L x 48W
Kitchen Island#2 Size (WxL):  
Kitchen Island#3 Size (WxL):  
Kitchen Seating:    Cozy Accent Chairs
Design Special Features:    Coffee Center, Custom Range Hood

3. Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets New/Reused:    New Cabinet Doors and Boxes - Custom Sizes
Cabinet Manufacturer:    Dutch Wood Cabinets
Cabinet Manufacturer Details:    Completely custom cabinets, all interiors designed for organization. Highly recommend my cabinet makers, the prices were very reasonable, the cabinets were extremely high quality, communication and timeliness was great and they never said no to any suggestions or ideas, they made everything I wanted happen.
Cabinet Door Composition:    Solid Wood Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Door (Wood):    Maple Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Box Composition:    Solid Wood Cabinet Boxes
Cabinet Box (Wood):    Maple Cabinet Boxes
Cabinet Framing:    Framed Cabinet
Cabinet Door Overlay:    Full Overlay Cabinet Door
Cabinet Door Style:    Raised Panel Cabinet Door, Cathedral Cabinet Door
Cabinet Color:    White/Cream Cabinet Door
Cabinet Height:    Cabinets to the Ceiling
Mixed Cabinets?    Blue accent color on hood, sink cabinets, china cabinet back
Cabinet Special Features:    Soft-Close Cabinet Drawers, Cabinet Inserts of Clear Glass

4. Kitchen Countertops
Countertop New/Reused:    New Countertops
Countertop Composition:    Granite (slab) Countertop, Marble
Granite Countertop:    Blue Bahia
Marble Countertop:    Statuario
Countertop Color:    Blue Countertop, White/Cream Countertop
Countertop Finish:    Honed Countertop, Polished Countertop
Countertop Edge:    Ogee Edge Countertop
Mixed Countertops?    Mixed Countertops perimeter/island (multiple colors/shades/finishes)
Countertop Supplier:    Blue Bahia from European Granite and Marble, Marble from Imperial Marble and Granite
Countertop Fabricator:    Island fabrication done by Big Brothers Marble and Granite, Marble fabrication and custom marble sink from Imperial Marble and Granite.

5. Kitchen Backsplash
Backsplash New/Reused:    New Backsplash
Backsplash Material:    Marble Backsplash, Mural behind stove
Backsplash Type:    Mural Tile Backsplash
Backsplash Pattern:    Mural Backsplash
Backsplash Size:    Full backsplash
Backsplash Color:    White Backsplash
Backsplash Manufacturer:    Mural from Stone Impressions (custom designed)
Backsplash Special Features:    Mixed Materials in Backsplash

6. Kitchen Appliances
Appliances: New/Reused?    All New Appliances
Refrigerator Manufacturer:    Bosch
Refrigerator Color:    Custom Wood Paneled Refrigerator
Refrigerator Special Features:    Bottom FreezerRefrigerator, Built-in Refrigerator, Refrigerator Drawers, Counter-Depth Refrigerator, Under Counter Refrigerator
Refrigerator Details:    Bosch full size integrated fridge, Subzero fridge and freezer drawers
Range Hood Manufacturer:    Vent a Hood
Range Hood Max CFM:    401-600 CFM Range Hood
Range Hood MUA:  
Range Hood Color:    Painted Wood Range Hood
Range Hood Special Features:  
Cooktop Manufacturer:    Miele
Cooktop Color:    Stainless Steel Cooktop
Wall Oven Manufacturer:    Jenn-Air
Wall Oven Color:    "Stainless Look" Wall Oven
Dishwasher Manufacturer:    Kitchenaid and Bosch
Dishwasher Color:    Custom Wood Paneled Dishwasher
Dishwasher Special Features:    Dishwasher Drawers
Dishwasher Details:    Have two separate dish drawers plus full size dishwasher
Microwave Manufacturer:    Sharp
Microwave Color:    Stainless Steel Microwave
Microwave Special Features:    Built-in Microwave in Drawer
Additional Appliances:    Dishwasher Drawer, Refrigerator Drawer

7. Kitchen Plumbing
Plumbing: New/Reused?    Installed All New Plumbing Lines
Main Sink Manufacturer:    Paco Originals (custom)
Main Sink Material:    Concrete
Main Sink Shape:    Farmhouse w/ integrated drainboard
Main Sink Bowls:    Single Bowl Sink
Main Sink Width:    Main Sink 35 to 40 inches
Main Sink Cabinet Size:    Main Sink Cabinet over 36 inch
Main Sink Mount:     Apron Front Sink
Main Sink Special Features:    Unique Sink
Main Faucet Manufacturer:    Whitehaus
Plumbing Special Features:    Air Switch, Pot Filler, Instant Hot Water, Tapmaster - Eurostyle, Under counter water chiller  

8. Kitchen Electric and Lighting
Electric Outlet Covers:    Plugmold used under open cabinets and island. For areas w/ no uppers, we had the plugs built into the side of the refrigerator cabinet and the appliance cabinet and had magnetic wood pieces fitted over so the outlets disappear
Electric Special Features:    No Outlets in Backsplash, Plug inside cabinet, Plugmold under Counters, Plugmold under Cabinets
Lighting Special Features:    Chandelier in Kitchen, Under Cabinet Lighting

9. Kitchen Hardware
Hardware Type:    Both Knobs and Pulls
Hardware Knobs Manufacturer:    Designer Glass Mosaics Schaub Mother of PearlHardware Knobs Material/Color:    Glass Knobs, Ivory/Tan Knobs

10. Kitchen Flooring
Flooring New/Reused:    New Flooring
Flooring Material:    Wood Floor
Flooring Color:    Light Wood Floor
Flooring Details:    Natural American Cherry
Flooring Special Features:    Heated Floor

11. Kitchen Pantry
Pantry Type:    Walk-in Pantry (Built-in)
Pantry Cabinet Features:    Fixed Shelves in Pantry Cabinet, Individual Sliding Drawers in Pantry Cabinet, Individual Sliding Shelves in Pantry Cabinet, Lazy Susan in Pantry Cabinet
Pantry Shelving:    Pantry Shelving Cabinets & Countertops, Fixed Open Shelving in Built-in Pantry, Painted Wood Open Shelving in Built-in Pantry
Pantry Door:    Glass Door on Built-in Pantry  
Pantry Items:    Broom/Dustpan in Pantry, Canned Goods in Pantry, Cookbooks in Pantry, Dishes in Pantry, Pots and Pans in Pantry
Pantry Containers:    Glass Specialty Jars  in Pantry
Special Pantry Features:    Appliances Used in Pantry, Electrical Outlet in Pantry, Chandelier in Pantry
Pantry Other Information:    Pantry custom designed and built by Dutch Wood Kitchens.

12. Kitchen Special Features
Eco-Friendly:    Includes locally sourced materials
Convenience Items:    Armoire, Baking Drawer, China Hutch, Cutting Board Storage, Dish Drawer, Integrated Drainboard, Drawer Dividers, Knife Drawer, Plate Rack, Hanging Pot Rack, Wall-mounted Pot Rack, Recycling Pullout, TV, Trash Foot Pedal, Trash Pullout, Tray Dividers, Water Dispenser

13. Kitchen Decor
Decor Wall Color:    Gray Wall Color
Decor Wall Color Details:    Sherwin Williams Tinsmith  

14. Kitchen Additional Comments
  

Before Photos:    Before Photos Not Included
Floorplan Photos:    Floorplan Image Not Included

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meg_ma's Kitchen

Kitchen remodel with Sunroom, Cherry Cabinets and Light Granite

Details from meg_ma on 9/19/2012
Link to meg_ma's Gardenweb finished kitchen post
Link to meg_ma's Finished photos
Link to meg_ma's Before&After Photo 

Introduction:
Our old cabinets were falling apart and our sun room was separated from the kitchen with a sliding glass door. Our main wish was to open up the room so we had more space and could see our wonderful backyard. Finished in the fall of 2009.

Kitchen Highlights:

• Cherry cabinets
• Harvest Cream granite

KitchenDetails:
1. Kitchen Basics
Type of Remodel:    Kitchen Remodel/New Footprint
Kitchen installation:     Hired General Contractor
Budget:    Middle Budget
Location:     U.S. Northeastern
Location Type:    Suburban
Basic Other Information:     We live in metro-west Massachusetts.

2. Kitchen Design
Kitchen Design Family/Function:    Large Family, Multiple Cooks, User-Friendly for the Elderly
Kitchen Designer:    Self-Designed, Kitchen Designer
Kitchen Size:    Medium (151-350 sq.ft)
Kitchen Dimensions (WxL):  
Kitchen Height:    Height 8 feet or less
Kitchen Shape:    U-Shaped Kitchen plus Island
Kitchen Style:  
Kitchen Island:    Single Island
Kitchen Island#1 Size (WxL):     
Kitchen Peninsula:    Peninsula With Seating, Peninsula with one level
Kitchen Seating:    Peninsula Counter Seating
Kitchen Ceiling:    No Special Ceiling Design

3. Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets New/Reused:    New Cabinet Doors and Boxes - Custom Sizes
Cabinet Manufacturer:  
Cabinet Manufacturer Details:    Country Craftsman, 420 West Street, Uxbridge, MA 01569,
(508) 278-2307    http://countrycraftsmen.com/     Ask for Billy and Patty!
Cabinet Door Composition:    Solid Wood Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Door (Wood):    Cherry Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Box Composition:    Wood Ply Cabinet Boxes
Cabinet Framing:    Frameless Cabinet
Cabinet Door Overlay:    Full Overlay Cabinet Door
Cabinet Door Style:    Curved/Arched Cabinet Door
Cabinet Color:    Medium Wood Cabinet Door
Cabinet Finish:    Stained Cabinet Door
Cabinet Height:    Cabinets to the Ceiling
Mixed Cabinets?    No mixed cabinets
Cabinet Special Features:    Full Extension Cabinet Drawers, Soft-Close Cabinet Drawers

4. Kitchen Countertops
Countertop New/Reused:    New Countertops
Countertop Composition:    Granite (slab) Countertop
Granite Countertop:    Harvest Cream
Countertop Color:    White/Cream Countertop, Yellow Countertop
Countertop Finish:    Polished Countertop
Countertop Edge:    Round Edge Countertop
Mixed Countertops?    No Mixed Countertops
Countertop Supplier:    Marble and Granite Inc., Westwood MA http://www.marbleandgranite.com/
Countertop Fabricator:    BFR and Associates, Manchester NH, http://bfrandassociates.com/ Ask for Jesse

5. Kitchen Backsplash
Backsplash New/Reused:    New Backsplash
Backsplash Material:    Limestone/Travertine Backsplash
Backsplash Type:    Mosaic Tile Backsplash, Square Tile Backsplash
Backsplash Pattern:    Grid pattern Backsplash, Mosaic Backsplash
Backsplash Tile Size:    Backsplash Tile Square - Medium (4x4)
Backsplash Size:    Full backsplash
Backsplash Color:    Light Backsplash, Beige Backsplash, Brown Backsplash, rust
Backsplash Details:    Field tiles are Turek Honed Seashell: http://www.tureks.com.tr/en/category/collection/all/seashell/honed.    Mosaic is Modern Mythololgy Muse by Crossville
Backsplash Supplier:    Tile Plus More in Natick MA
Backsplash Special Features:    Unusual Backsplash Design

6. Kitchen Appliances
Appliances: New/Reused?    All New Appliances
Refrigerator Manufacturer:    KitchenAid KSCS25FVMS
Refrigerator Color:    Stainless Steel Refrigerator
Refrigerator Special Features:    Side-by-Side  Refrigerator
Refrigerator Details:    Counter Depth, SxS; 24.5 cu ft; 4 shelves; SS; grey sides
Range Hood Manufacturer:    Broan Elite Series E6442SS
Range Hood Max CFM:    601-1000 CFM Range Hood
Range Hood MUA:  
Range Hood Color:    Stainless Steel Range Hood
Range Hood Special Features:    Under Cabinet Mount Range Hood
Range Hood Details:    42" 600 CFM, variable speed, 3 Halogen Lamps, SS, baffles
Cooktop Manufacturer:    Electrolux EW36GC55GS
Cooktop Color:    Stainless Steel Cooktop
Cooktop Details:    5-burner, Total BTU 56,000
Wall Oven Manufacturer:    Electrolux EW30EW65GS
Wall Oven Color:    Stainless Steel Wall Oven
Wall Oven Special Features:    Double Wall Oven
Wall Oven Details:    4.2 cu ft, 2 convection ovens, 4,000 wattage
Dishwasher Manufacturer:    Asko D5233XXLFI
Dishwasher Color:    Custom Wood Paneled Dishwasher
Dishwasher Details:    12 place settings, adjustable upper rack, 6 cycles, delay start
Microwave Manufacturer:    Kenmore
Microwave Color:    Stainless Steel Microwave 
Microwave Special Features:    Undercounter Microwave (not in drawer)
Additional Appliances:    Trash Compactor
Additional Appliance Information:    Re-used Hobart trash compactor.

7. Kitchen Plumbing
Plumbing: New/Reused?    Installed All New Plumbing Lines
Main Sink Manufacturer:    Franke
Main Sink Material:    Stainless Main Sink
Main Sink Shape:    D-shaped Main Sink
Main Sink Bowls:    Double Bowl Sink
Main Sink Width:  
Main Sink Cabinet Size:  
Main Sink Mount:     Zero Reveal Undermount Sink
Main Sink Special Features:  
Main Sink Details:  
Main Faucet Manufacturer:    KWC   

8. Kitchen Electric and Lighting


9. Kitchen Hardware


10. Kitchen Flooring


11. Kitchen Pantry


12. Kitchen Special Features


13. Kitchen Decor
  

14. Kitchen Additional Comments
  

Before Photos:  No
Floorplan Photos:  Yes

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annaa's Kitchen

Small, Quartz, Stainless Steel Backsplash, Split Entry Kitchen

Details from AnnaA on 9/19/2012
Link to Anna's Gardenweb finished kitchen post

Link to Anna's Finished photos

Introduction:
A 1978 Split Entry small kitchen remodel completed in 2012. We took down a wall, creating an open space consisting of the kitchen, dining room, and living room. The original appliance footprint remained, except for the refrigerator which was moved to an adjoining wall, right against the original water source for the frig, which simplified the plumbing.

We chose a few unconventional features for all the right reasons, as we love its look and utility:
1. We wanted the stove on the island, and keeping the original footprint made it even more economical. But being able to see out windows and into the living space, since we spend most of our prep time next to the stove anyway, has been sheer joy.
2. We debated pros and cons of an open concept, of an island, of a raised bar. At the end of the day, we needed to maximize space, but with some sort of demarcation between kitchen and living room. So, we chose complimentary cabinet colors that differed from the wall cabs (green and stained respectively) and two complimentary quartz countertops (Silestone Zirconium on top of the stained cabs; and Lyra on top of the green island cabs). From a common design wisdom point of view, this was not considered a wise idea, but it has given us exactly what we want - a sense of difference yet compatibility in this open space.
3. We fell in love with stainless steal materials for the backsplash. We didn't want it to look cold and industrial, rather modern craftsman unique ... Hopefully, that's what we created. We feared that homemade pattern and assembly would look too much like a child's art project permanently fixed in an adult's ""real"" kitchen, but we LOVE the homemade imperfections. The bs is the item people immediately come in an touch and oh and Ahh over.
4. The raised island bar/nested Ls - the best of all possible designs, in our opinion. Each area of our island has / is dedicated space. The raised bar is great for eating, working. It stays clean and away from food prep. And it provides enough visual block into the kitchen without blocking an open feel or window view. The lower L...the work space on each side of that oven...oh my...heaven! And then the open level space next to the frig - perfect spot for a flat open surface, from putting groceries away, to cold food prep, to using various appliances stored underneath.

Kitchen Highlights:

• Cabinets: Semi Custom Thomasville. Wall cabinets: Eden style; Alder with Macaroon stain. Island cabinets: Eden style; Maple with Moss pain
• Countertop:  Silestone Lyra & Zirconium
• Backsplash: Mosaic Tile Backsplash

KitchenDetails:
1. Kitchen Basics
Type of Remodel:    Kitchen Remodel/Existing Footprint/All New Items
Kitchen installation:     Hired General Contractor
Budget:    Middle Budget
Location:     U.S. Western
Location Type:    City

2. Kitchen Design
Kitchen Design Family/Function:    Pet Accommodations, Just The Two Of Us
Kitchen Designer:    Give & Take b/w Self and KD
Kitchen Size:    Small (under 150 sq.ft)
Kitchen Dimensions (WxL):    108"w x 180"L (9'w x 15'L)
Kitchen Height:    Height 8 feet or less
Kitchen Shape:    Galley Kitchen plus Island
Kitchen Style:    Arts and Crafts Style, Transitional Style
Kitchen Island:    Single Island, Island With Seating, Island with multiple levels
Kitchen Island#1 Size (WxL):    114"W x 43"L
Kitchen Seating:    Island Counter Seating
Kitchen Ceiling:    No Special Ceiling Design
Design Special Features:    Baking Center, Coffee Center, Island with Cooktop, Multiple Prep Areas, Open Shelving, Pass-Thru, Wall removed between kitchen & DR, Windows to the Counter

3. Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets New/Reused:    New Cabinet Doors and Boxes - Custom Sizes
Cabinet Manufacturer:    Thomasville
Cabinet Manufacturer Details:    Semi Custom Thomasville. Wall cabinets: Eden style; Alder with Macaroon stain. Island cabinets: Eden style; Maple with Moss paint.
Cabinet Door Composition:    Solid Wood Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Door (Wood):    Alder Cabinet Doors, Maple Cabinet Doors  
Cabinet Door Overlay:    Full Overlay Cabinet Door  
Cabinet Color:    Medium Wood Cabinet Door, Green Cabinet Door
Cabinet Finish:    Stained Cabinet Door, Painted Cabinet Door
Cabinet Height:    Cabinets to the Ceiling
Mixed Cabinets?    Mixed Cabinets perimeter/island (multiple colors/shades/finishes)
Cabinet Special Features:    Soft-Close Cabinet Drawers, Cabinet Inserts of Clear Glass, Stainless steal backsplash used on back of a glass covered upper cabinet.

4. Kitchen Countertops
Countertop New/Reused:    New Countertops
Countertop Composition:    Quartz Countertop (Zodiac, Silestone,  CaesarStone, Cambria, etc.)
Quartz Countertop:    Silestone Lyra & Zirconium
Countertop Color:    Black Countertop, White/Cream Countertop
Countertop Finish:    No Countertop Finish
Countertop Edge:    Single Bevel Edge Countertop   

5. Kitchen Backsplash
Backsplash New/Reused:    New Backsplash
Backsplash Material:    Stainless Backsplash, Copper Backsplash, Decorative metal tile
Backsplash Type:    Mosaic Tile Backsplash, Preassembled mosaic tile sheets and self designed and assembled mosaics
Backsplash Pattern:    Mosaic Backsplash, Accent tiles in backsplash border, Accent tiles embedded in backsplash
Backsplash Tile Size:    Mixed geometric tiles no larger than 2x2
Backsplash Size:    Backsplash all the way up the wall
Backsplash Color:    Multicolor / Colorful Backsplash, Black Backsplash, Copper Backsplash, Metallic Backsplash, Silver Backsplash
Backsplash Manufacturer:    Multiple distributors of metal tile mosaics
Backsplash Details:    Preset sheets that extend to the ceiling: A gun-smoke black stainless steel tile mosaic. The first 6" is a hand assembled design using assorted metal mosaics from various venders.
Backsplash Special Features:    Handmade Tiles in  Backsplash, Unusual Backsplash Design, Mirror Backsplash, Mixed Materials in Backsplash

6. Kitchen Appliances
Appliances: New/Reused?    Mix of Old and New Appliances
Refrigerator Manufacturer:    Kitchen Aid
Refrigerator Color:    Stainless Steel Refrigerator
Refrigerator Special Features:    Bottom FreezerRefrigerator, French Door Refrigerator 
Range/Stove Color:    Stainless Steel Range/Stove
Range/Stove Special Features:    Range Mount Slide-in, Glass Top Range/Stove, Range Induction Cooktop, Convection Range, Warming Drawer in Range
Range/Stove Manufacturer:    GE Induction Slide In
Range Hood Color:    Stainless Steel Range Hood, With clear glass canopy
Range Hood Special Features:    Island Mount Range Hood, Range Hood with Glass
Dishwasher Color:    Stainless Steel Dishwasher


7. Kitchen Plumbing
Plumbing: New/Reused?    Reused All Existing Plumbing Lines
Main Sink Manufacturer:    Silgranite
Main Sink Material:    Composite Main Sink (Granite, Quartz, etc.) [e.g. Silgranite]
Main Sink Shape:    Rectangular Main Sink
Main Sink Bowls:    Single Bowl Sink
Main Sink Width:    Main Sink 30 to 34 inches
Main Faucet Type:    Gooseneck Faucet
Plumbing Special Features:    Air Switch

8. Kitchen Electric and Lighting
Electric Special Features:    Outlet in Island
Lighting Special Features:    Dimmers in Kitchen, Recessed Lighting, Under Cabinet Lighting

9. Kitchen Hardware
Hardware Type:    Both Knobs and Pulls
Hardware Knobs Manufacturer:    Hickory Hardware
Hardware Knobs Material/Color:    Nickel/Pewter Knobs
Hardware Pulls Manufacturer:    California Craftsman
Hardware Pulls Material/Color:    Nickel/Pewter Knobs

10. Kitchen Flooring
Flooring New/Reused:    New Flooring
Flooring Material:    Wood Floor
Flooring Color:    Medium Wood Floor

11. Kitchen Pantry


12. Kitchen Special Features
Eco-Friendly:    Includes renewable resources
Convenience Items:    Bookshelf, Under-Counter Recycling Bin, Spice Drawer, Tilt outs, Tray Dividers

13. Kitchen Decor
  

14. Kitchen Additional Comments
Opinions:    Our next project will involve finding a way to relocate our steps as the split entry places a walkway next to a staircase. It isn't directly related to the kitchen, but is more noticeable now as a design flaw in our space.
The design feature I regret is the bump out at the sink. It forces the sink to sit further back. I have to lean forward a bit more - not easy on the back.   

Thank-You's: I found Garden Web after the design was finished and materials were ordered. But the endless array of choices that still bombarded me - GW was a wonderful place for help and guidance. The good people on this forum helped me pick all the extras - hardware, the backsplash...tons of little things. An amazing forum!

Before Photos:  Yes
Floorplan Photos:  No

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teresacooks' Kitchen

Traditional IKEA Kitchen

Contact: teresacooks (My Page)
Posted on  Apr 29, 10
Link to teresacooks' Gardenweb finished kitchen post
Link to teresacooks' kitchen photos
Link to teresacooks' blog

Details:

• Cabinets: IKEA Liljestad
• Countertops: Giallo Michelangelo Zodiaq
• Backsplash: subway tile and some art deco tiles from NZ
• Fratelli Onofri stove
• Futuro Futuro hood (tulip I think) 
• Dishwasher: IKEA Renlig
• Sink: IKEA Domsjo sink
• Paint: C2 Savannah

Features:

• Apron_Sink
• Baking_Drawer
• Bookshelf
• Dish_Drawer
• Drawer_Dividers
• Frameless_Cabinets
• Glass_Doors
• Knife_Drawer
• Lighting_Pendant
• Lighting_Recessed
• Message_Center_Desk
• Microwave_Shelf
• Mixer_Pullout
• Peninsula_with_Seating
• Plug_Inside_Cabinet
• Pullout_Pantry

We combined the kitchen and the dining room and made a peninsula with drawers and a mixer lift (which I LOVE). The microwave is hidden in an oven cabinet and is a combination microwave convection oven. Also great. The dishwasher is the new (at the time) renlig so it integrates into the kitchen. I have a Domsjo sink, which is great except for metal kind of rubs off on it, so if you scrub a pot or cookie sheet then you have to scrub the sink with barkeeper's friend. We drilled a hole in the sink for a sprayer and installed a cover control garbage disposal with no problems. We used subway tile and some art deco tiles from NZ for the backsplash, and I have a desk that is also made from Liljestad drawers and my countertop on one end of the kitchen. I can clear it and use it when I entertain as a serving station. The countertops are giallo michelangelo zodiaq and they are beautiful and functional. I have chose a samsung fridge and a fratelli onofri stove with a futuro futuro hood. 

 The renlig dishwasher is great. If I were designing it I would put the silverwear holder in the front, not the side, but I still love it.
We did about 75% of the renovation ourselves (well my dad and brother's selves;). A contractor took out the wall, moved the window, the gas, the electric etc. . . and my family put in all the cabinets, and the finish plumbing etc. . . We had a tile guy for the tile. I'll actually try to put up a better picture of the porteus tiles, I love them so. 

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doraville's Kitchen

Transitional Cherry Galley Kitchen

Posted by doraville on Apr 8, 10
Link to doraville's Gardenweb finished kitchen post
Link to doraville's kitchen photos

Details:

• Cabinets: Kraftmaid Layton, cognac in Cherry
• Countertop:  River Gold Granite 
• Backsplash: Bella Luna Travertine
• Faucet: Hansgrohe Metro from Costco 

Features:

• Full_Extension_Drawers
• Instant_Hot_Water
• Lighting_Under_Cabinet
• Pullout_Pantry
• Rollout_Trays
• Trash_Pullout
• Desk

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kris_ma's Kitchen

Vintage Modern Open-Plan Kitchen

Posted by kris_ma on Apr 12, 10
Link to kris_ma's Gardenweb finished kitchen post
Link to kris_ma's kitchen photos

Details:

• Cabinets: Maple (java stain) Bertch Marketplace (stock) and some Bertch Legacy (semi-custom)
• Counters: Giallo Sabbia granite (Brazillian)
• Backsplash: Eiffelgres tile
• Windows and Slider: Marvin Integrity (fiberglass exterior, wood interior)
• Lighting: Restoration Hardware Optic pendants
• Appliances: existing 
• Vent hood: Bosch
• Sink (main): Kraus 29"
• Sink (prep): Ticor
• Faucet (main): KWC Disko pre-rinse
• Faucet (prep): Grohe Minta
• 4-5" recessed can lights
• 2-fish eye spot lights 
• Restoration Hardware Linen curtains  
• Wall color:  Behr77F-5 ("Wild Sage").

Features:

• Micro-drawer
• Hidden storage above fridge
• 2 Amps and Airport Express in Pantry drive in-ceiling speakers from laptop
• Pull-out trash
• Air Switches on counter for garbage disposals
• Full Extension, soft-close Drawers
• Two-tiered rev-a-shelf pull-out for pots and pans
• low-profile Lighting Under Cabinet
• Rollout shelves in Pantrys
• Soap Dispenser
• NeverMT on main sink  
• Blumotion
• Island with Seating
• NeverMT 

Cost:
The total cost of our renovation was in the 50K ballpark: of that about 10K was on cabinets, 5K on fixtures, 3K on granite. The other costs I don't have broken down but covered plumbing, hvac, and general construction, including: demo, engineering, wood floors fingered into the old, steel I-beams + posts, 2 new windows, new sliding door, plaster walls, installation of cabinets.

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suzannesl's Kitchen

Super Efficient, Small Space Kitchen

Details from suzannesl on 9/15/2012
Link to suzannesl's Gardenweb finished kitchen post
Link to suzannesl's finished photos
Link to suzannesl's Before&After Photo

Introduction:
This kitchen space is the same one we've lived in for the last 37 years. It always worked well, but it was time. We spent months trying to figure a way to make the space larger - take space from the adjoining bedroom, pop out a wall, but with our house configuration, nothing was better than what we already had. In the end, we ditched the overhead cabinets over the peninsula and removed a stub wall to make space for a pantry, but kept the same footprint. This kitchen with its two entries was always efficient, but the changes made it better than ever. Lower drawers and the addition of the pantry were the best changes along with a super susan in an unreachable corner.

Kitchen Highlights:

• InnerMost cabinets 
• Kraus 30"" sink
• Kashmir Gold granite
• Travertine mini-versailles backsplash, customized

KitchenDetails:
1. Kitchen Basics
Type of Remodel:    Kitchen Remodel/Existing Footprint/All New Items
Kitchen installation:     All Do-It-Yourself: 90%-100%
Budget:    Middle Budget
Location:     U.S. Western
Location Type:    Suburban

2. Kitchen Design
Kitchen Design Family/Function:    Just The Two Of Us
Kitchen Designer:    Self-Designed
Kitchen Size:    Small (under 150 sq.ft)
Kitchen Dimensions (WxL):    approx 10.5 x 10.5
Kitchen Height:    Height 8 feet or less
Kitchen Shape:    L-Shaped Kitchen plus Peninsula
Kitchen Style:  
Kitchen Island:    No Island
Kitchen Peninsula:    Peninsula With Seating, Peninsula with one level
Kitchen Seating:    Peninsula Counter Seating
Kitchen Ceiling:    No Special Ceiling Design
Design Special Features:    Baking Center, Broom Closet, Built-in Pantry, Multiple Prep Areas

3. Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets New/Reused:    New Cabinet Doors and Boxes - Stock Sizes
Cabinet Manufacturer:    InnerMost  
Cabinet Door Composition:  Wood 
Cabinet Door (Wood):    Maple Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Box Composition:    MDF/fiberboard Cabinet Boxes with wood veneer or wood-grain thermafoil/Thermofoil
Cabinet Framing:    Frameless Cabinet
Cabinet Door Overlay:    Full Overlay Cabinet Door
Cabinet Door Style:    Recessed Panel Cabinet Door
Cabinet Color:    Dark Wood Cabinet Door
Cabinet Finish:    Stained Cabinet Door
Cabinet Height:    Cabinets to the Ceiling
Mixed Cabinets?    No mixed cabinets
Cabinet Special Features:    Wall Cabinet greater than 12in deep, Wall Cabinet greater than 36in high, Full Extension Cabinet Drawers, Soft-Close Cabinet Drawers
Cabinet Other Information:    In addition to the kitchen cabinets, we installed four 64" high cabinets with glass insert doors in the same-area dining room to be used as china cabinets.

4. Kitchen Countertops
Countertop New/Reused:    New Countertops
Countertop Composition:    Granite (slab) Countertoa  
Granite Countertop:    Kashmir Gold
Countertop Color:    White/Cream Countertop
Countertop Finish:    Polished Countertop
Countertop Edge:    Radius Edge Countertop
Mixed Countertops?    No Mixed Countertops
Countertop Supplier:    Rock-It, San Marcos, CA
Countertop Fabricator:    Rock-It, San Marcos, CA

5. Kitchen Backsplash
Backsplash New/Reused:    New Backsplash
Backsplash Material:    Limestone/Travertine Backsplash
Backsplash Type:    Mini Tile Backsplash, Tumbled Tile Backsplash
Backsplash Pattern:    Accent tiles embedded in backsplash, Liner tiles in backplash, Mini-Versailles
Backsplash Tile Size:    Backsplash Tile Square - Small (1x1 to 2x2)
Backsplash Size:    Full backsplash
Backsplash Color:    Neutral Backsplash, blue glass accents
Backsplash Manufacturer:    Arizona Tile Skylights
Backsplash Details: 
      1. Torreon Tumbled Mini-Versailles
      2. Skylights Blue Melange 1 x 1"
Backsplash Supplier:    Arizona Tile
Backsplash Special Features:    Mixed Materials in Backsplash
Backsplash Other Information:    We randomly cut out 1 x 1 travertine tiles and replaced them with 1 x 1 glossy and matte blue glass tiles. We also used a dome liner around the window.

6. Kitchen Appliances
Appliances: New/Reused?    Mix of Old and New Appliances
Refrigerator Manufacturer:    Whirlpool Gold
Refrigerator Color:    Stainless Steel Refrigerator
Refrigerator Special Features:    Bottom FreezerRefrigerator
Refrigerator Details:    33"
Range/Stove Details:  
Range/Stove Color:    Black Range/Stove
Range/Stove Special Features:    Reused Range (used existing)
Range/Stove Manufacturer:    Kenmore gas 
Dishwasher Manufacturer:    Kenmore
Dishwasher Color:    Black Dishwasher
Dishwasher Special Features:    Reused Dishwasher (used existing)  
Microwave Manufacturer:    Kenmore
Microwave Color:    Black Microwave
Microwave Special Features:    Over the Range Microwave, Reused Microwave (used existing)
Freezer Manufacturer:       
Additional Appliances:    Garbage Disposal - Continuous Feed

7. Kitchen Plumbing
Plumbing: New/Reused?    Reused All Existing Plumbing Lines 
Main Sink Manufacturer:    Kraus KHU100-32
Main Sink Material:    Stainless Main Sink
Main Sink Shape:    Rectangular Main Sink
Main Sink Bowls:    Single Bowl Sink
Main Sink Width:    Main Sink 30 to 34 inches
Main Sink Cabinet Size:    Main Sink Cabinet 36 inch
Main Sink Mount:     Zero Reveal Undermount Sink  
Main Faucet Color/Material:    Chrome Main Faucet
Main Faucet Finish:    Polished Main Faucet
Main Faucet Type:    Pull-Out Spray Faucet, Single Handle Faucet, Gooseneck Faucet
Plumbing Special Features:    Air Switch  

8. Kitchen Electric and Lighting
Electric Outlet Covers:  
Electric Special Features:    phone jack in nook  
Lighting Special Features:    Dimmers in Kitchen, Recessed Lighting, Under Cabinet Lighting

9. Kitchen Hardware
Hardware Type:    Both Knobs and Pulls
Hardware Knobs Manufacturer:    Amerock knobs: BP53023G10 knob 1-1/4 satin nickel
Hardware Knobs Material/Color:    Nickel/Pewter Knobs
Hardware Pulls Manufacturer:    Amerock
Hardware Pulls Material/Color:    Nickel/Pewter Knobs
Hardware Pulls Details:    Amerock pulls: BP53003G10 arch pull 96mm CC satin nickel finish

10. Kitchen Flooring
Flooring New/Reused:    New Flooring
Flooring Manufacturer:    Eco-Timber (now EcoFusion)
Flooring Material:    Bamboo Floor
Flooring Color:    Medium Wood Floor
Flooring Details:    At the time of purchase, Oct. 2011, this was Eco Timber, engineered bamboo, color: toffee. Now (Sept 2012) it's called EcoFusion, engineered bamboo, color: carmelized.

11. Kitchen Pantry
Pantry Type:    Tall Cabinet Pantry
Pantry Size:    27W x 95tall
Pantry Depth:    21"
Pantry Cabinet Features:    Individual Sliding Shelves in Pantry Cabinet, fixed shelves in upper half
Pantry Items:    Bottled Goods in Pantry, Boxed Goods in Pantry, Canned Goods in Pantry, flour, sugar, mixer,
Pantry Containers:    Baskets in Pantry, Plastic Specialty Jars in Pantry

12. Kitchen Special Features
Eco-Friendly:    Includes low-energy or low-water-use components, Includes renewable resources, Includes reused components
Convenience Items:    Baking Drawer, China Hutch, Cutting Board Storage, Dish Drawer, Knife Drawer, NeverMT, Pantry Rollout, Under-Counter Recycling Bin, Rollout Tray Shelves, Spice Drawer, Super Susan, Tray Dividers, easy reach corner cab, broom closet

13. Kitchen Decor
Decor Wall Color:    Blue Wall Color
Decor Wall Color Details:    Benjamin Moore Newborn's Eyes in kitchen, Benjamin Moore Heaven on Earth in same-room dining room 

14. Kitchen Additional Comments


Before Photos:  Yes
Floorplan Photos:  No