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Wednesday, July 30, 2014

dgormish's Kitchen

Gormish Kitchen



Details from dgormish on 7/29/2014
Link to dgormish's Finished photos

Introduction:
We moved into this house 18 years ago. I had been wanting to remodel it for about 8 years. We finally got things ready to do it and in the fall of 2013 we began interviewing contractors. We signed a contract in January 2014. We agreed to use a custom cabinetmaker because of some of the strange configurations in our kitchen. We had seen his work and knew it was good. We also knew he was slow and has several projects in the works. So, we didn't start the tear down until the cabinetmaker was close to done. The time from the tear down to the last day the contractor worked here was 8 weeks. One week we were on vacation so the work itself took 7 weeks. Work completed July 2014.      

The challenges of this kitchen on its own architecturally and my own limits (time frame and no knocking down walls) meant I had to keep the same footprint. The house is on a slab and the roof is flat – which means electrical really needs to go through walls. We did the work to California code which meant some upgrades but not as many because we kept the footprint. Anything else would have opened a huge can of worms in time, labor and expense.

I think we made great use of the existing space. There is now much more cabinet and counter space. There are specific cooking, cleaning and prep areas. It is so much more efficient and functional. We enlarged the total useable countertop area, added more cabinets that were efficiently designed for the space, replaced the window, made space for the microwave, installed a functional range hood so that it actually works and increased the number of electrical outlets. The granite is a great improvement over the tile counters. I have always enjoyed cooking and baking but this makes it so much nicer. Decisions were also made to try to make things easy to clean so I wouldn’t be spending my days scrubbing and dusting everything. While I knew I would really enjoy the granite counters and more drawers I have found myself surprised at how much I like the slightly larger sink, high arc faucet, new refrigerator and just having the microwave off the countertop. I also enjoy just staring at the backsplash.

The remodel began with interviewing contractors in the fall. We signed a contract in January. We agreed to use a custom cabinetmaker because of some of the strange configurations in our kitchen. We had seen his work and knew it was good. We also knew he was slow and has several projects in the works. So, we didn’t start the tear down until the cabinetmaker was close to done. The time from the tear down to the last day the contractor worked here was 8 weeks. One week we were on vacation so the work itself took 7 weeks. I did a LOT of grilling during that time!

The biggest snag in the remodel was the floor. We found we had moisture issues and the floor had to be leveled in spots. Fixing those issues were time consuming and expensive. We also learned the venting to the outside for the range hood was done improperly but that didn’t require much additional work.



Kitchen Highlights:
  • Cabinets - White (KM Swiss Coffee) custom made
  • Countertops - Blue Pearl GT granite
  • Paint - KM Swiss Coffee and SW Crisp Linen
  • Backsplash - Pratt and Larson, 6 X 6 Motif H, 4 X 4 field and 1 X 6 field
  • Faucet - Moen Haysfield
  • Sink - Kohler Bakersfield
  • Range Hood - Windster WS5830SS
  • Refrigerator - Whirlpool French Door WRF532SMB
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile - Armstrong Alterna, Mesa Stone, light gray  

    At some point we will replace the stove but this is it for now.

KitchenDetails:


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

2. Kitchen Design
Kitchen Design Family/Function:            Family with one eager cook
Kitchen Designer:            Self-Designed
Kitchen Size:            Small (under 150 sq.ft)
Kitchen Dimensions (WxL):          
Kitchen Height:            Height 8 feet or less
Kitchen Shape:            L-Shaped Kitchen plus Peninsula
Kitchen Style:            Transitional Style
Kitchen Island:            No Island       
Kitchen Peninsula:            Peninsula Without Seating, Peninsula with one level
Kitchen Seating:            No Seating          
Design Special Features:            Pass-Thru

3. Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets New/Reused:            New Cabinet Doors and Boxes - Custom Sizes
Cabinet Manufacturer:          
Cabinet Manufacturer Details:          
Cabinet Door Composition:          
Cabinet Door (Wood):            Maple Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Box Composition:          
Cabinet Box (Wood):            Maple Cabinet Boxes
Cabinet Framing:            Frameless Cabinet
Cabinet Door Overlay:            Full Overlay Cabinet Door
Cabinet Door Style:          
Cabinet Color:            White Cabinet Door
Cabinet Finish:            Painted Cabinet Door
Cabinet Height:            Gap between Cabinets and Ceiling with Straight Cabinets
Mixed Cabinets?            No mixed cabinets
Cabinet Special Features:            Full Extension Cabinet Drawers, Soft-Close Cabinet Drawers
Cabinet Other Information:            Cabinets custom made to fit specific areas. Pull out in an otherwise dead corner to the left of the sink. Shelves at end of row of cabinets.

4. Kitchen Countertops
Countertop New/Reused:            New Countertops
Countertop Composition:            Granite (slab) Countertop      
Granite Countertop:            Blue Pearl GT
Countertop Color:            Blue/Black/Gold/Gray
Countertop Edge:            Eased Edge Countertop
Mixed Countertops?            No Mixed Countertops
Countertop Fabricator:            Barragan Granite, San Jose
Countertop Other Information:            Overhang on peninsula for more work space

5. Kitchen Backsplash
Backsplash New/Reused:            New Backsplash
Backsplash Material:            Ceramic Backsplash
Backsplash Type:            Square Tile Backsplash
Backsplash Pattern:            Diagonal pattern Backsplash, Liner tiles in backplash
Backsplash Tile Size:            Backsplash Tile Square - Medium (4x4), Backsplash Tile Square -  Large (over 6x6)
Backsplash Size:            Full backsplash
Backsplash Color:            Blue Backsplash
Backsplash Manufacturer:            Pratt and Larson
Backsplash Details:            Pratt and Larson, 6 X 6 Motif H, 4 X 4 field and 1 X 6 field
Backsplash Supplier:            All Natural Stone, Burlingame, CA
Backsplash Special Features:            Handmade Tiles in  Backsplash

6. Kitchen Appliances
Appliances: New/Reused?            Mix of Old and New Appliances
Refrigerator Manufacturer:            Whirlpool French Door WRF532SMB
Refrigerator Color:            Stainless Steel Refrigerator
Refrigerator Special Features:            French Door Refrigerator     
Range/Stove Manufacturer:
Range/Stove Details:           
Range/Stove Color:           
Range/Stove Special Features:  Range Mount Freestanding, Glass Top Range/Stove, Reused Range (used existing)          
Range Hood Manufacturer:            Windster WS5830SS
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  
Dishwasher Manufacturer:          
Dishwasher Color:            White/Cream Dishwasher
Dishwasher Special Features:          
Dishwasher Details:          
Microwave Manufacturer:            GE Spacemaker II
Microwave Color:            Black Microwave
Microwave Details:          
Microwave Special Features:            Microwave On a Shelf, Reused Microwave (used existing)      Additional Appliances:            Garbage Disposal - Continuous Feed

7. Kitchen Plumbing
Plumbing: New/Reused?            Reused All Existing Plumbing Lines
Main Sink Manufacturer:            Kohler Bakersfield
Main Sink Material:            Cast Iron 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 33 inch
Main Sink Mount:            Positive Reveal Undermount Sink        
Main Faucet Manufacturer:            Moen Haysfield
Main Faucet Color/Material:            Stainless Steel Main Faucet
Main Faucet Finish:          
Main Faucet Type:            Pull-Out Spray Faucet
Main Faucet Details:            High arc, pull-down with stream, spray and pause      
Plumbing Special Features:            Air Switch

8. Kitchen Electric and Lighting      
Electric Special Features:            Plug inside cabinet          
Lighting Details:            energy efficient lighting - one CFL and one LED type

9. Kitchen Hardware
Hardware Type:            Pulls Only         
Hardware Pulls Material/Color:            Black Knobs

10. Kitchen Flooring
Flooring New/Reused:            New Flooring
Flooring Manufacturer:            Armstrong Alterna, Mesa Stone, light gray
Flooring Material:            Vinyl/Amtico Floor

11. Kitchen Pantry
no information

12. Kitchen Special Features
Eco-Friendly:            Includes low-energy or low-water-use components          
Convenience Items:            Base Blind Corner Pullout, Bookshelf, Sink Tilt-out Tray, Skylight, Spice Drawer         

13. Kitchen Decor
Decor Wall Color:            White/Cream Wall Color
Decor Wall Color Details:            KM Swiss Coffee and SW Crisp Linen

14. Kitchen Additional Comments
no information

Before Photos:   Yes
Floorplan Photos:  No






Wednesday, October 17, 2012

jodi_in_so_calif's Kitchen

Fire & Ice Zen Kitchen


Details from Jodi_in_So_Calif on 10/3/2012
Link to Jodi_in_So_Calif's Gardenweb finished kitchen post
Link to Jodi_in_So_Calif's kitchen photos
Link to Jodi_in_So_Calif's Before&After Photo 

Introduction:
1980's Southern California track home total kitchen remodel ... 3 weeks start to finish.
 
Kitchen Highlights:
  • Cabinets: Valley Custom Doors Cherrywood w/brandy stain & chocolate glaze
  • Cabinet Pulls: Kraftmaid Satin Chrome 5"" (Style 205)
  • Cabinet Glass: Reeded cut on the horizontal
  • Granite: Impala Black
  • Appliances:
    • Bosch OTR Microwave, Oven, Dishwasher, GE Monogram 30"" cooktop, Kenmore Elite (by LG) fridge
  • Faucet: Kohler Forte brushed nickel.
  • Sink: BlancoSupreme undermount, 1+3/4 8""/7"" sink (510-888)
  • Backsplash: Jeffrey Court Chapter 9: Pietra Opus Quartz Brick Fire & Ice with dark umber replacement glass pieces 
  • Grout color: Quartz
  • Switches/Dimmers/Outlets and Wall Plates: Aspire by Cooper Wiring Devices
  • Floors: Victoria Floors Antique Collection Coique Chocolate, 7"" wide planks
  • Pendants: Tech Lighting Egypt in Dark Amber w/satin nickel trim
  • Recessed lighting: 4"" cans with satin nickel trim and black interior
  • Paint: ValSpar (Lowes) Ultra Premium Polished Silver. .

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:    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):  
Kitchen Height:    Height 8 feet or less
Kitchen Shape:    U-Shaped Kitchen
Kitchen Style:    Traditional Style, Zen
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:    Built-in Pantry

3. Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets New/Reused:    New Cabinet Doors and Boxes - Custom Sizes
Cabinet Manufacturer:    Valley Custom Door
Cabinet Manufacturer Details:    Cabinets: Valley Custom Doors Cherrywood with brandy stain and chocolate glaze
Cabinet Door Composition:  
Cabinet Door (Wood):    Cherry Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Box Composition:  
Cabinet Box (Wood):    Cherry Cabinet Boxes
Cabinet Framing:    Frameless Cabinet
Cabinet Door Overlay:    Full Overlay Cabinet Door
Cabinet Door Style:    Recessed Panel Cabinet Door, Beadboard Cabinet Door
Cabinet Color:    Medium Wood Cabinet Door
Cabinet Finish:    Glazed Cabinet Door
Cabinet Height:    Cabinets to the Ceiling, Soffit between Cabinets and Ceiling
Mixed Cabinets?  No Mixed Cabinets
Cabinet Special Features:    Wall Cabinet greater than 12in deep, Cabinet Inserts of Unusual Glass
Cabinet Other Information:    Mitred corners.

4. Kitchen Countertops
Countertop New/Reused:    New Countertops
Countertop Composition:    Granite (slab) Countertop
Granite Countertop:    Impala Black
Countertop Color:    Black Countertop, Gray Countertop
Countertop Finish:    Polished Countertop
Countertop Edge:    Eased Edge Countertop
Mixed Countertops?    No Mixed Countertops
Countertop Supplier:    Dal-Tile

5. Kitchen Backsplash
Backsplash New/Reused:    New Backsplash
Backsplash Material:    Glass Backsplash, Natural Stone Backsplash, Quartz brick and glass
Backsplash Type:    Sheet Backsplash
Backsplash Tile Size:    Backsplash Tile Square - Small (1x1 to 2x2), Backsplash Tile Rectangular - Medium (2x4 to 3x6)
Backsplash Size:    Full backsplash
Backsplash Color:    Multicolor / Colorful Backsplash, Neutral Backsplash
Backsplash Manufacturer:    Jeffrey Court
Backsplash Details:    Jeffrey Court Chapter 9: Pietra Opus Quartz Brick Fire & Ice with dark umber replacement glass pieces for some clear pieces.
Backsplash Special Features:    Unusual Backsplash Design, Mixed Materials in Backsplash, Unique Backsplash Behind Cooktop

6. Kitchen Appliances

Appliances: New/Reused?    All New Appliances
Refrigerator Manufacturer:    Kenmore Elite
Refrigerator Color:    Stainless Steel Refrigerator
Refrigerator Special Features:    Bottom FreezerRefrigerator, French Door Refrigerator, Regular size frig inset into wall to counter depth  
Range/Stove Manufacturer:
Range/Stove Color:    Stainless Steel Range/Stove
Cooktop Manufacturer:    Bosch
Cooktop Color:    Stainless Steel Cooktop  
Wall Oven Manufacturer:    Bosch
Wall Oven Color:    Black Wall Oven, Stainless Steel Wall Oven
Wall Oven Special Features:    Single Wall Oven, Convection Wall Oven  
Dishwasher Manufacturer:    Bosch
Dishwasher Color:    Stainless Steel Dishwasher
Microwave Manufacturer:    Bosch
Microwave Color:    Stainless Steel Microwave  
Microwave Special Features:    Over the Range Microwave

7. Kitchen Plumbing
Plumbing: New/Reused?    Mix of Old and New Plumbing Lines   
Main Sink Manufacturer:    Blanco
Main Sink Material:    Stainless Main Sink
Main Sink Shape:    Rectangular Main Sink
Main Sink Bowls:    Double Bowl Sink
Main Sink Width:    Main Sink 20 to 24 inches   
Main Sink Mount:     Positive Reveal Undermount Sink   
Main Sink Details:    BlancoSupreme undermount, 1+3/4 8"/7" sink (510-888)
Main Faucet Manufacturer:    Kohler
Main Faucet Color/Material:    Nickel/Pewter Main Faucet
Main Faucet Finish:    Brushed Main Faucet
Main Faucet Type:    Pull-Out Spray Faucet, Single Handle Faucet
Main Faucet Details:    Kohler Forte brushed nickel
Plumbing Special Features:    Air Switch 

8. Kitchen Electric and Lighting
Electric Outlet Covers:    Switches/Dimmers/Outlets and Wall Plates: Aspire by Cooper Wiring Devices in Silver Granite and Black.  
Lighting Special Features:    Dimmers in Kitchen, Pendant over Sink, Recessed Lighting, Under Cabinet Lighting
Lighting Details:    Pendants: Tech Lighting Egypt in Dark Amber w/satin nickel trim
Recessed lighting: 4"" cans with satin nickel trim and black interior

9. Kitchen Hardware
Hardware Type:    Pulls Only
Hardware Pulls Manufacturer:    Kraftmaid
Hardware Pulls Material/Color:    Nickel/Pewter Knobs
Hardware Pulls Details:    Kraftmaid Satin Chrome 5" (Style 205)

10. Kitchen Flooring
Flooring New/Reused:    New Flooring
Flooring Manufacturer:    Victoria Floors
Flooring Material:    Wood Floor
Flooring Color:    Dark Wood Floor
Flooring Details:    Victoria Floors Antique Collection Coique Chocolate, 7" wide planks

11. Kitchen Pantry
Pantry Type:    Reach-in Pantry (Built-in) 
Pantry Cabinet Features:    Fixed Shelves in Pantry Cabinet   
Pantry Door:    Glass Door on Built-in Pantry, 15 lite door with rice paper film
Pantry Shape:    Straight Pantry Shelves

12. Kitchen Special Features

Convenience Items:    Toe Kick Drawer

13. Kitchen Decor

Decor Wall Color:    Blue Wall Color, Gray Wall Color, Grass cloth
Decor Wall Color Details:    Grass cloth and paint: ValSpar (Lowes) Ultra Premium Polished Silver.  

14. Kitchen Additional Comments
no information  

Before Photos:  Yes
Floorplan Photos: No





Friday, October 05, 2012

kpasso's Kitchen

1928 Brick Bungalow


Details from kpasso on 9/23/2012
Link to kpasso's Gardenweb finished kitchen post
Link to kpasso's kitchen photos
Link to kpasso's Before&After Photo

Introduction:
Remodel of 1928 bungalow kitchen - going for vintage-inspired with modern amenities, to go with rest of house and hardwood. Completed July 2011.
  
Kitchen Highlights:
  • Cabinetss: Showplace QS oak in autumn with ebony glaze
  • Outer Counters: Honed celestial green granite 
  • Island top: Maple butcher block 
  • Fridge: Samsung 
  • Appliances: GE Cafe 
  • Hardware/Lighting: Rejuvenation ORB fixtures and bin pulls/knobs; classic schoolhouse shade (Rose City and Laurel) 
  • Sink/faucet: Whitehaus farmhouse; Whitehaus faucet 
  • Floors: Refinished hard rock maple covered in hideous tile, underlayment and then more ugly tile 
  • Paint color: SW Opalescence

KitchenDetails:

1. Kitchen Basics
Type of Remodel:    Kitchen Remodel/Existing Footprint/All New Items
Kitchen installation:     Some Do-It-Yourself: 20%-70%
Budget:    Middle Budget
Location:     U.S. non-specific
Location Type:    Suburban

2. Kitchen Design
Kitchen Design Family/Function:    Entertain Frequently, Just The Two Of Us
Kitchen Designer:    Self-Designed, Kitchen Designer
Kitchen Size:    Medium (151-350 sq.ft)
Kitchen Dimensions (WxL):    15x13
Kitchen Height:    Height 8 feet or less
Kitchen Shape:    U-Shaped Kitchen plus Island
Kitchen Style:    Arts and Crafts Style
Kitchen Island:    Single Island, Island With Seating
Kitchen Island#1 Size (WxL):     
Kitchen Peninsula:    No Peninsula
Kitchen Seating:    Island Counter Seating
Design Special Features:    Open Shelving

3. Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets New/Reused:    New Cabinet Doors and Boxes - Stock Sizes
Cabinet Manufacturer:    Showplace
Cabinet Door Composition:    Solid Wood Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Door (Wood):    Quartersawn Oak Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Door Style:    Recessed Panel Cabinet Door
Cabinet Color:    Medium Wood Cabinet Door
Cabinet Finish:    Glazed Cabinet Door
Cabinet Height:    Gap between Cabinets and Ceiling with Straight Cabinets
Cabinet Special Features:    Full Extension Cabinet Drawers, Soft-Close Cabinet Drawers, Cabinet Inserts of Wire/Nonglass

4. Kitchen Countertops
Countertop New/Reused:    New Countertops
Countertop Composition:    Granite (slab) Countertop  
Granite Countertop:    Celestial Green Honed
Countertop Finish:    Honed Countertop
Countertop Edge:    Straight Edge Countertop
Mixed Countertops?    Mixed Countertops perimeter/island (multiple colors/shades/finishes)

5. Kitchen Backsplash
Painted Backsplash

6. Kitchen Appliances

Appliances: New/Reused?    All New Appliances
Refrigerator Manufacturer:    Samsung
Refrigerator Color:    Stainless Steel Refrigerator
Refrigerator Special Features:    Bottom FreezerRefrigerator, French Door Refrigerator 
Range/Stove Manufacturer:    GE Cafe
Range/Stove Color:    Stainless Steel Range/Stove
Range/Stove Special Features:    Range Gas Continuous Grates, Range Griddle, Convection Range, Dual Fuel Range, Warming Drawer in Range
Dishwasher Manufacturer:  
Dishwasher Color:    Stainless Steel Dishwasher
Dishwasher Special Features:  
Microwave Manufacturer:    GE Cafe
Microwave Color:    Stainless Steel Microwave
Microwave Special Features:    Over the Range Microwave

7. Kitchen Plumbing
Plumbing: New/Reused?    Mix of Old and New Plumbing Lines  
Main Sink Manufacturer:    Whitehaus
Main Sink Material:    Fireclay Main Sink
Main Sink Shape:    Rectangular Main Sink, Extra-Deep Main Sink
Main Faucet Manufacturer:    Whitehaus
Main Faucet Color/Material:    Chrome Main Faucet
Main Faucet Finish:    Polished Main Faucet
Main Faucet Type:    Single Handle Faucet, Gooseneck Faucet, Side Spray Faucet   

8. Kitchen Electric and Lighting
Lighting Special Features:    Pendant over Island
Lighting Details:    Rejuvenation light fixures in ORB

9. Kitchen Hardware
Hardware Type:    Both Knobs and Pulls
Hardware Knobs Manufacturer:    Rejuvenation
Hardware Knobs Material/Color:    oil rubbed bronze
Hardware Pulls Manufacturer:    Rejuvenation   
Hardware Special Features:    Unique Hardware

10. Kitchen Flooring
Flooring New/Reused:    Reused Existing Flooring (Refinished)
Flooring Material:    Wood Floor
Flooring Color:    Light Wood Floor

11. Kitchen Pantry
Pantry Type:    Tall Cabinet Pantry
Pantry Cabinet Features:    Individual Sliding Shelves in Pantry Cabinet

12. Kitchen Special Features

Special Materials:    Beadboard / Tongue-in-Groove
Convenience Items:    Recycling Pullout, Rollout Tray Shelves, Spice Drawer, Super Susan, Trash Pullout

13. Kitchen Decor

No information  

14. Kitchen Additional Comments
No information  

Before Photos:  Yes
Floorplan Photos:  Yes





Wednesday, October 03, 2012

dragonfly08's Kitchen

Super White Quartzite Kitchen


Details from dragonfly08 on 9/13/2012
Link to dragonfly08's Gardenweb finished kitchen post
Link to dragonfly08's kitchen photos 
Link to dragonfly08's Before&After Photo

Introduction:
Kitchen renovations took approx 10 weeks at the beginning of 2012.  House is a colonial built in the mid 1980s in Central NY.
 
Kitchen Highlights:
  • Cabinets: Custom frameless cabinets by Concepts in Wood; painted BM Chantilly Lace
  • Countertops: Super White Quartzite (main perimeter & island); Titanium Soapstone (coffee/wine bar)
  • Backsplash: Jeffrey Court 3x6 field tiles in Glacier (also listed under Best Tile's Bellevue collection)
  • Range: Bluestar 36"" (RNB364GV1)
  • Hood: Vent-A-Hood (professional series)
  • Main Sink: Shaws 30"" fireclay sink by Rohl
  • Main Faucet: Rohl Country Kitchen single lever with sidespray

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. Northeastern
Location Type:    Suburban

2. Kitchen Design
Kitchen Design Family/Function:    Small Children
Kitchen Designer:    Self-Designed, Kitchen Designer
Kitchen Size:  
Kitchen Dimensions (WxL):  
Kitchen Height:    Height 8 feet or less
Kitchen Shape:    L-Shaped Kitchen plus Island
Kitchen Style:    Traditional Style, Transitional Style
Kitchen Island:    Single Island
Kitchen Island#1 Size (WxL):    42Wx118L
Kitchen Peninsula:    No Peninsula
Kitchen Seating:    Island Counter Seating
Kitchen Ceiling:    No Special Ceiling Design
Design Special Features:    Beverage/Bar Center, Coffee Center, Built-in Pantry, Wall removed between kitchen & DR

3. Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets New/Reused:    New Cabinet Doors and Boxes - Custom Sizes
Cabinet Manufacturer:  
Cabinet Manufacturer Details:    Concepts in Wood (Syracuse, NY)
Cabinet Door Composition:    Solid Wood Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Door (Wood):    Maple Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Box Composition:  
Cabinet Box (Wood):    Maple Cabinet Boxes
Cabinet Framing:    Frameless Cabinet
Cabinet Door Overlay:    Full Overlay Cabinet Door
Cabinet Door Style:  
Cabinet Color:    White/Cream Cabinet Door
Cabinet Finish:    Satin Cabinet Door, Matte 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:    Soapstone Countertop, Quartzite
Soapstone Countertop:    Titanium  
Countertop Color:    Black Countertop, Gray Countertop, White/Cream Countertop
Countertop Finish:    Polished Countertop
Countertop Edge:    Single Bevel Edge Countertop
Mixed Countertops?    Mixed Countertops perimeter/island (multiple colors/shades/finishes)
Countertop Supplier:    PMI International (Marlboro, NJ)
Countertop Fabricator:    Vallars Tile and Marble (Syracuse, NY)

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:    Backsplash all the way up the wall
Backsplash Color:    Blue Backsplash, Gray Backsplash
Backsplash Manufacturer:    Jeffrey Court via Best Tile
Backsplash Details:    Bellevue collection in Glacier
Backsplash Supplier:    Best Tile

6. Kitchen Appliances

Appliances: New/Reused?    Mix of Old and New Appliances
Refrigerator Manufacturer:   
Range/Stove Color:    Stainless Steel Range/Stove
Range/Stove Special Features:    Range Mount Slide-in, Range Griddle, Convection Range, Pro-Style Range
Range/Stove Manufacturer:    Bluestar RNB364GV1
Range Hood Manufacturer:    Vent-A-Hood PRH18
Range Hood Max CFM:    601-1000 CFM Range Hood
Range Hood MUA:  
Range Hood Color:    Stainless Steel Range Hood
Range Hood Special Features:    Wall Mount Range Hood, Pro-Style Range Hood
Dishwasher Manufacturer:    Kitchenaid
Dishwasher Color:    Stainless Steel Dishwasher

7. Kitchen Plumbing
Plumbing: New/Reused?    Mix of Old and New Plumbing Lines
Main Sink Manufacturer:    Shaws Original 30" by Rohl
Main Sink Material:    Fireclay 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 33 inch
Main Sink Mount:     Negative Reveal Undermount Sink, Apron Front Sink
Main Faucet Manufacturer:    Rohl Country Kitchen series
Main Faucet Color/Material:    Chrome Main Faucet
Main Faucet Finish:    Polished Main Faucet
Main Faucet Type:    Single Handle Faucet, Side Spray Faucet
Prep Sink Manufacturer:  
Prep Sink Material:    Stainless Prep Sink
Prep Sink Width:  
Prep Sink Width:    Prep Sink under 20 inches
Prep Sink Details  
Prep Faucet Manufacturer:    EcoPure
Prep Faucet Details:  
Prep Faucet Color/Material:    Chrome Prep Faucet
Prep Faucet Finish:    Polished Prep Faucet
Plumbing Special Features:    Filtered Water Faucet, RO filtration system  

8. Kitchen Electric and Lighting
no information

9. Kitchen Hardware
Hardware Type:    Pulls Only
Hardware Pulls Manufacturer:    Amerock Highland Ridge
Hardware Pulls Material/Color:    Chrome Knobs

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

11. Kitchen Pantry
Pantry Type:    Walk-in Pantry (Built-in)
Pantry Size:    52Wx64L
Pantry Depth:    11
Pantry Cabinet Features:    Fixed Shelves in Pantry Cabinet, Base Cabinet with drawers
Pantry Shelving:    Painted Wood Open Shelving in Built-in Pantry
Pantry Door:    Pocket Door on Built-in Pantry
Pantry Shape:    L-Shaped Pantry Shelves
Pantry Items:    Bottled Goods in Pantry, Boxed Goods in Pantry, Canned Goods in Pantry, Dishes in Pantry, Paper Products in Pantry, Pots and Pans in Pantry, Microwave, Toaster oven
Pantry Containers:    Baskets in Pantry, Glass Specialty Jars  in Pantry
Special Pantry Features:    Appliances Used in Pantry, Electrical Outlet in Pantry
Pantry Other Information:    Motion-sensor light
12. Kitchen Special Features

Convenience Items:    Drawer Dividers, Knife Drawer, Lazy Susan, Recycling Pullout, Spice Rack, Super Susan, Toe Kick Drawer, Tray Dividers, Water Dispenser

13. Kitchen Decor

Decor Wall Color:    Gray Wall Color
Decor Wall Color Details:    BM Revere Pewter  

14. Kitchen Additional Comments
no information  

Before Photos:  Yes  
Floorplan Photos:  No







Tuesday, October 02, 2012

bestyears' Kitchen

Costa Esmeralda/Creamy Budget Re-Do


Details from bestyears posted on Jan. 3, 2010
Link to bestyears' Gardenweb finished kitchen post
Link to bestyears' kitchen photos
Link to bestyears' Before&After photo

Introduction:
We essentially we started with an oak cabinet, laminate counter, white tile on the floor kitchen. We painted the cabs creamy white, put granite on the counters, wood laminate on the floors, creamy white subways on the backsplash and a sink from IKEA. That was our kitchen facelift.

Details:
      • Cabinets are original, painted BM Linen White. No grain filling, just two coats of primer and two coats of paint, and the inside of the cabs is done as well. I always do all my own painting but farmed this one out after I got a really good price that included the cabinets, taking down the wallpaper, retexturing and painting walls, and repairing and repainting water-damaged ceilings in three rooms.
      • Countertops:Costa Esmerelda
      • Backsplash tiles are Emser Cape Cod series in cream (very pretty, crackled and glazey looking in real life). Emser tile, called "ARTISAN CREAM CRACKLE" from the Cape Cod series. I think our pattern was called Seashore. I really love it. It was one of our splurges. I bought mine through ProSource. Here's a link to the tile: Seashore Cape Code Tile
      • Walls are painted are Ben Moore Coastal Fog.
      • Floor is laminate, which I will have to go look up.
      • The table was a $100 CL buy, and I refinished it (first time I've done that, LOL!) 
      • Pendants are RH Benson from Ebay.
      • Faucet is Kohler Clairette (LOVE it!) from Ebay
      • Sink is Double Domsjo from IKEA (LOVE it!). D
      • The Fruit of the Spirit plaque is from ETSY.
      • The cabinet hardware is mostly IKEA and some came from LOWEs (the shorter pieces).
      • Chalkboard is from IKEA. 
      • Island: bought as an old dresser off CL, added the walnut top and legs ourselves
      • Barstools: World Market seagrass
      • Drawers, hood change-out, and cabinet over fridge done by local carpenter
      • The piece with the lighted top is also a CL find, and is actually an office armoire that I use for all my bill-paying, websurfing, etc.
      • I painted and distressed the chairs, which were our old kitchen chairs, but they are a bit too white, and eventually I'll get around to re-doing them

          Before Photos:    Yes
          Floorplan Photos:   No







          Friday, September 21, 2012

          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




          Monday, September 17, 2012

          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




          Saturday, September 15, 2012

          carlnorum's Kitchen

          Galley to Gathering Space


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

          Introduction:
          We bought the house in summer 2010 intending to do a kitchen remodel as soon as possible.  Design discussions started in Fall 2010, and work started in January.  The project was completed in May 2011.

          We removed a large portion of a wall to expand the kitchen's size significantly, as well as opening up another wall above a staircase.  New floors, cabinets, and appliances finished up the project.


           
          Kitchen Highlights:
          • Cabinets: Crystal Quest Claremont, cherry with cinnamon finish and black glaze
          • Countertops: Barricato slab granite
          • Backsplash: Variable sized marble subway tile with decorative inset above stove
          • Appliances: Dacor, Electrolux, LG"

          KitchenDetails:
          1. Kitchen Basics
          Type of Remodel:    Kitchen Remodel/New Footprint
          Kitchen installation:     Hired General Contractor
          Budget:    High Budget
          Location:     U.S. Western
          Location Type:    Suburban   
          Location: Cambrian Park, San Jose, CADesign: Yana Mlynash, Artistic Kitchen, Mountain View, CA
          Construction: Los Altos Builders, Los Altos, CA

          2. Kitchen Design
          Kitchen Design Family/Function:    Multiple Cooks, Entertain Frequently
          Kitchen Designer:    Kitchen Designer, General Contractor
          Kitchen Size:    Medium (151-350 sq.ft)
          Kitchen Dimensions (WxL):    18x17.5
          Kitchen Height:    Height 8 feet or less
          Kitchen Shape:    U-Shaped Kitchen plus Island
          Kitchen Style:    Transitional Style
          Kitchen Island:    Single Island, Island With Seating, Island with one level, Oversized Island, Unique Island
          Kitchen Island#1 Size (WxL):    81Wx94L  
          Kitchen Peninsula:    No Peninsula
          Kitchen Seating:    Island Counter Seating
          Kitchen Ceiling:    No Special Ceiling Design
          Design Special Features:    Beverage/Bar Center, Multiple Prep Areas, Wall removed between kitchen & DR
          Design by Yana Mlynash, Artistic Kitchen, Mountain View, CA  http://www.artistickitchen.com

          3. Kitchen Cabinets
          Cabinets New/Reused:    New Cabinet Doors and Boxes - Custom Sizes
          Cabinet Manufacturer:    Crystal Cabinets
          Cabinet Manufacturer Details:    http://crystalcabinets.com
          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:    Frameless
          Cabinet Door Style:    Raised Panel Cabinet Door, Square Cabinet Door
          Cabinet Color:    Dark Wood Cabinet Door
          Cabinet Finish:    Stained Cabinet Door, Glazed 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
          Cabinet Other Information:    Quest line, Claremont door style, cherry wood, cinnamon finish with black glaze.

          4. Kitchen Countertops
          Countertop New/Reused:    New Countertops
          Countertop Composition:    Granite (slab) Countertop
          Granite Countertop:    Barricato
          Countertop Color:    Brown Countertop
          Countertop Finish:    Polished Countertop
          Countertop Edge:    Crescent Edge Countertop
          Mixed Countertops?    No Mixed Countertops
          Countertop Supplier:    Bedrosians, 2301 Junction Ave., San Jose, CA  95131  http://www.bedrosians.com
          Countertop Fabricator:    Marble and Stone Solutions, 1495 Industrial Ave., San Jose, CA 95112 http://www.marbleandstonesolutions.com
          Countertop Special Features:    Unique Countertop
          Countertop Other Information:    Bookmatched slab granite island.

          5. Kitchen Backsplash
          Backsplash New/Reused:    New Backsplash
          Backsplash Material:    Glass Backsplash, Ceramic/Porcelain Backsplash, Marble Backsplash, Natural Stone Backsplash
          Backsplash Type:    Subway Tile Backsplash
          Backsplash Pattern:    Running Bond Backsplash
          Backsplash Tile Size:    Backsplash Tile Square - Medium (4x4), Backsplash Tile Rectangular - Tiny (under 1x2), Backsplash Tile Rectangular - Medium (2x4 to 3x6)
          Backsplash Size:    Full backsplash
          Backsplash Color:    Brown Backsplash, Gray Backsplash, White Backsplash
          Backsplash Special Features:    Mixed Materials in Backsplash, Unique Backsplash Behind Cooktop

          6. Kitchen Appliances

          Appliances: New/Reused?    All New Appliances
          Refrigerator Manufacturer:    Electrolux EI27BS16JS
          Refrigerator Color:    Stainless Steel Refrigerator
          Refrigerator Special Features:    Bottom FreezerRefrigerator, French Door Refrigerator
          Refrigerator Details:    http://www.electroluxappliances.com/kitchen-appliances/refrigeration/french-door/ei27bs16js

          Range Hood Manufacturer:    Vent-a-Hood NPH9
          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 over 36 in wide
          Range Hood Details:   Mounted very high - I'm tall:  http://ventahood.com/hoodmodels.jsp?id=4

          Cooktop Manufacturer:    Dacor EG366SCH
          Cooktop Color:    Stainless Steel Cooktop
          Cooktop Special Features:    Cooktop Gas Continuous Grates
          Cooktop Details:    http://www.dacor.com/Our-Products/Cooktops/Discovery-Gas-Rangetops.aspx

          Wall Oven Manufacturer:    Dacor EORS130
          Wall Oven Color:    Stainless Steel Wall Oven
          Wall Oven Special Features:    Single Wall Oven, Convection Wall Oven

          Dishwasher Manufacturer:    LG LDF7932ST
          Dishwasher Color:    Stainless Steel Dishwasher
          Dishwasher Details:    http://www.lg.com/us/dishwashers/lg-LDF7932ST-integrated-dishwasher

          Microwave Manufacturer:    Dacor DCM24
          Microwave Color:    Stainless Steel Microwave
          Microwave Details:    http://www.dacor.com/Our-Products/Microwaves/Discovery-24-Inch-Convection-Microwave.aspx
          Microwave Special Features:    Built-in Microwave in Cabinet, Convection Microwave

          Additional Appliances:    Refrigerator Drawer, Garbage Disposal - Continuous Feed, Under sink water chiller
          Additional Appliance Information:

          7. Kitchen Plumbing
          Plumbing: New/Reused?    Installed All New 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 33 inch
          Main Sink Mount:     Zero Reveal Undermount Sink
          Main Sink Details:    http://www.krausproducts.com/kraus-32-inch-undermount-single-bowl-16-gauge-stainless-steel-kitchen-sink-khu100-32_2736.html

          Main Faucet Manufacturer:    Delta Addison 9192-DST
          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
          Main Faucet Details:    http://www.deltafaucet.com/kitchen/details/9192-ss-dst.html

          Prep Sink Manufacturer:    Ticor S3650
          Prep Sink Material:    Stainless Prep Sink   
          Prep Sink Width:    Prep Sink under 20 inches
          Prep Sink Details    http://www.ticorsinks.com/php/details.php?model=S3650

          Prep Faucet Manufacturer:    Delta Addison 9992-DST
          Prep Faucet Details:    http://www.deltafaucet.com/kitchen/details/9992-ss-dst.html
          Prep Faucet Color/Material:    Stainless Steel Prep Faucet
          Prep Faucet Finish:    Brushed Prep Faucet

          Plumbing Special Features:    Air Switch, Filtered Water Faucet 

          8. Kitchen Electric and Lighting
          Electric Outlet Covers:    Leviton, nothing special.
          Electric Special Features:    Outlet in Island
          Lighting Special Features:    Pendant over Island, Recessed Lighting, Under Cabinet Lighting

          9. Kitchen Hardware
          Hardware Type:    Both Knobs and Pulls
          Hardware Knobs Manufacturer:    Lee Valley  http://www.leevalley.com
          Hardware Knobs Material/Color:    Nickel/Pewter Knobs
          Hardware Pulls Manufacturer:    Lee Valley  http://www.leevalley.com
          Hardware Pulls Material/Color:    Nickel/Pewter Knobs

          10. Kitchen Flooring
          Flooring New/Reused:    New Flooring
          Flooring Manufacturer:    USC Flooring: http://uscflooring.com/wp/
          Flooring Material:    Wood Floor
          Flooring Color:    Light Wood Floor
          Flooring Details:    Natural finish red oak

          11. Kitchen Pantry
          Pantry Type:    Reach-in Pantry (Built-in)
          Pantry Cabinet Features:    Individual Sliding Shelves in Pantry Cabinet
          Pantry Shelving:    Pantry Shelving Cabinets & Countertops
          Pantry Door:    Swing-Out Door on Built-in Pantry
          Pantry Shape:    Straight Pantry Shelves
          Pantry Items:    Bottled Goods in Pantry, Boxed Goods in Pantry, Canned Goods in Pantry

          12. Kitchen Special Features

          Convenience Items:    Bookshelf, China Hutch, Cutting Board Storage, Dish Drawer, Knife Drawer, Lazy Susan, Pantry Rollout, Under-Counter Recycling Bin, Recycling Pullout, Rollout Tray Shelves, Skylight, Trash Pullout, Water Dispenser

          13. Kitchen Decor

          Decor Wall Color:    White/Cream Wall Color  

          14. Kitchen Additional Comments
           
          Before Photos:   Yes
          Floorplan Photos:   Yes
           

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