There's a reason I don't post pictures of my kitchen often. It's not that my kitchen is ugly, but it's just kind of there. The biggest problem is that the more modern and up-to-date the rest of the house looks, the more noticeable my blah kitchen becomes.
I'd like to tell you that I've decided to gut the whole thing, but that's definitely not my financial reality. So I've decided to take baby steps in achieving a kitchen I deem worthy – and I'm starting with the cabinets, trim and hardware.
So here's what I did over the weekend:
I'm still debating on hardware, but I am so happy with the white. That yellowy cabinet color had to go. Even Brent noticed the difference.
I'll tell you what makes a huge difference--take one set of the upper doors and replace them with glass fronts. A local carpenter will do it for you for cheap: you may even be able to upcycle the ones you have. I really like your use of the green color against the white: it really pops.
ReplyDeletelooks very sleek. May i ask, did you paint with a brush or spray your doors? I would love to gut out our whole kitchen as well, but wont be able to do that for quite a while so thought about giving the kitchen cabinetry a change of colour to crisp white (currently soft pale blue). Wasnt sure the best way to do this. Bianca
ReplyDeleteThat is my next task in our newly painted bathroom! Ours are already white, but have a yellowish tent, so they need a new fresh of white and and definitely new hardware! Excited to watch your process
ReplyDeleteBianca – I used a sponge roller – it works miracles.
ReplyDeleteBeen there and done that. Not a fun project, but the end result is entirely worth the effort. Looks great so far!
ReplyDeleteYour kitchen color is great, and will match well with the new trim and hardware for the cabinets. I came across your post this afternoon while browsing interior design blogs and your take on interior décor is exquisite. Are there any window coverings besides white that would match with your overall kitchen design? It is true that you must dress your windows appropriately to bring out their true beauty. Thank you for writing and as a special thanks to you and your readers, I would like to offer a 20% off coupon using this code upon checkout: BLG20.
ReplyDeleteFor the record: I think your kitchen's adorable. Even back when it was ugly, I kind of liked it. I know you and I have very different tastes in décor — I think that much was certain when we lived together — but you've made do with what you have for now and will make it all yours when you have the resources.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see your place again in person during the holidays!