It feels so good to lastly be scripting this submit! Our trendy European impressed kitchen is DONE and I get to share all the gorgeous pictures and particulars with you at this time. A kitchen renovation takes lots out of you. Eradicating the room that’s the coronary heart of the house disrupts your everyday life and causes a shift in the way in which you eat, work together and collect as a household. Numerous meals eaten out, or cooked on a scorching plate or griddle, washing dishes within the laundry room and prepping meals on our eating room desk. It’s not for the faint of coronary heart! However my goodness is it price it. This submit is packed stuffed with every thing it’s worthwhile to find out about our stunning kitchen. I hope you possibly can really feel all of the love and laborious work that went into it. Get pleasure from!
OUR DATED 90S KITCHEN (THE BEFORE)
Let’s begin by having a look again at the place we began. Like, actually began. After we first moved in, this kitchen was nonetheless dwelling its glory days from the early 90s. It hadn’t been touched in years however a serious kitchen reno was not in our funds. I knew I couldn’t stay with that purple and black for much longer, so I opted for a funds pleasant kitchen replace as a substitute.
There are such a lot of methods you possibly can replace a kitchen on a funds, and I labored my magic by portray our kitchen cupboards and including trim. I additionally painted the tile backsplash and people two issues alongside utterly remodeled the house. I additionally switched out the lighting, added new {hardware} and made another smaller decor modifications. That section of our kitchen handled us effectively for about 5 years however it was by no means my dream kitchen.
THE DURING
Quick ahead to 2021 and we began speaking about lastly giving the house the replace it deserved to tie in to the remainder of our house. I’d been ready so lengthy for this second and I couldn’t wait to get all of the concepts that had been swirling round in my head right into a temper board in Photoshop. We had talked about a number of choices for the cupboards. Our two high choices have been both customized cabinetry, or IKEA bases with customized fronts.
Whereas IKEA generally is a nice possibility for some, we finally determined to go the customized route. We wish this kitchen to final and I had some fairly distinctive concepts that we knew couldn’t be executed if we went with IKEA. So I hopped on instagram and polled my followers for suggestions on native customized cupboard makers.
We acquired quotes from two totally different folks, however ended up going with Ben from Haug Cabinetry & Design due to his availability and confidence in bringing my concepts to life (notably the island). We didn’t plan to start out as quickly as we did, however he had a gap and we didn’t need to cross it up – so we acquired began!
THE KITCHEN PLANS
I labored intently with Ben on the designs and he offered us with laptop renderings of the house. I’m such a visible individual that it was 100% essential for me to see every thing laid out like this. I’m nice with Photoshop however 3D renderings are nonetheless one thing I must work on!
As soon as we had this format finalized, I took Ben’s drawings and introduced them into Photoshop so as to add finishes and colours. From right here, I used to be in a position to begin narrowing down some design choices and begin ordering some merchandise!
It was an extended course of – we began demo in early March and eventually completed in early August. I agonized over each single element on this house and wished to create a kitchen that blended with the remainder of our house and felt prefer it had all the time been there. I didn’t need it to really feel model new, however lived in and cherished. And I feel I achieved that ? Now let’s get to all the main points!
OUR MODERN EUROPEAN INSPIRED KITCHEN
WHY WE CHOSE STAINED WOOD KITCHEN CABINETS
Let’s begin with the cabinetry! Just about from the beginning I knew I wished stained kitchen cupboards. We’ve unique oak trim in our house that may be a lighter coloration, so I’ve all the time designed with darker wooden furnishings to steadiness it out. It brings in a lot heat and I knew I wished to carry that feeling into our kitchen.
THE WOOD CABINET DESIGN
Wooden costs have been beginning to come down a bit when Ben started, however they have been nonetheless increased than regular. He ended up utilizing a tough white maple plywood in a slip matched sample. The sample is necessary as a result of it offers you that clear, linear look with out a variety of motion. Some folks could just like the look of a wooden with a busier grain however this type was a greater match for me and my extra trendy style.
The design of the cupboard fronts was impressed by Jean Stoffer Residence. She shared a photograph of a brand new line of cabinetry on her instagram tales and I instantly knew that was what I wished. It’s easy and clear and might truthfully be utilized in any type house.
THE WOOD CABINET COLOR : DARK WALNUT
When you’ve been following me for a when you know I’ve a favourite stain for my initiatives and that’s what I used for our wooden kitchen cupboards. Darkish Walnut Gel Stain from Varathane. It’s necessary that it’s the gel stain as a result of the common stain offers you a unique coloration. It’s probably the most excellent heat, wealthy coloration and it seems so beautiful on the white maple. Ben sprayed them with a lacquer and so they have been SO simple to wash. I normally simply use a child wipe or moist paper towel and so they look good as new!
The structure of our house could be very trendy and up to date and I prefer to honor that type, however recently I’ve been including in some extra conventional designs to melt all of the laborious edges and angles. We used a easy crown moulding across the tops of the cupboards that mimics the design on the fronts.
One other enjoyable little element is the arched toe kicks. It’s a good way to make your cupboards really feel extra like a bit of furnishings and really customized. Though you possibly can undoubtedly add DIY ornamental toe kicks like Jenna Sue did.
COUNTERTOP WOOD CABINET WITH REEDED GLASS DOORS
This countertop nook cupboard is all due to my buddy Whittney Parkinson. I used to be stumped on what to do on this nook amongst another issues, and determined to schedule a chat together with her on The Skilled. Whittney is a tremendous inside designer who’s type I’ve admired for some time and I knew the decision can be effectively price it for the data she may present. And she or he didn’t disappoint!
Our name was solely an hour however as we have been on the cellphone, she shortly drew up plans for this little cupboard to point out me her thought. I already knew I wished some form of cupboard right here however couldn’t determine the precise format/type. I’ll be sincere I cherished her thought however was slightly hesitant that it was going to take up an excessive amount of house and take away some a lot wanted counter house.
Properly, she’s good for a cause and he or she completely knew what she was doing as a result of this cupboard is now MY FAVORITE and I can’t think about anything there. Having or not it’s on two partitions as a substitute of only one completely makes it really feel extra in-built and intentional. We hold our on a regular basis glassware right here, in addition to further plates and bowls. And within the two little drawers we hold nutritional vitamins and medication!
REEDED GLASS IN COUNTERTOP CABINET
The glass I ordered on-line from One Day Glass and it got here tremendous quick and is admittedly nice high quality. Listed here are the main points of what to order to get this look:
- tempered glass
- thickness of 5/32″
- Tint: slender reed
- Edgework: seamed edge
CURVED KITCHEN ISLAND WITH FLUTING
The pièce de résistance! This island is one thing I dreamed up in my head and deliberate out each single element. It’s a beast and I find it irresistible! Such an enormous change from our earlier island which was such a bizarre form and I didn’t love having the oven in the midst of it. As a result of our kitchen has so many bizarre angles, I struggled with methods to place this piece however determined that having it align with our flooring was the easiest way to go. And we mainly made it so long as we may with out feeling prefer it was creeping into the playroom an excessive amount of.
As for the curve, this was a design factor I began seeing pop up on Pinterest once I began performing some analysis for inspo. Fluted wooden islands are so beautiful and make such a press release. I had no thought if whoever we selected to construct our cupboards would be capable of do it however as soon as I acquired it caught in my head, I couldn’t get it out.
Fortunately Ben assured me that he would be capable of carry my imaginative and prescient to life and collectively we brainstormed how the doorways would operate. If the island was going to be this massive, I nonetheless wished to have some space for storing in there and never have the fluting simply be a fairly element. So he instructed having 4 doorways complete, two on both sides, opening on a push mechanism. This created the seamless look I wished and in addition gave me ample storage for all our small home equipment. It was a win win.
On the opposite aspect of our island we have been in a position to put our rubbish can pull out drawer, dishwasher and huge drawers for plates, dishes and pots and pans. I’ll be sharing a extra detailed have a look at how these drawers function and what’s inside them quickly!
On the again aspect of the island I made a decision so as to add in some extra heat with one other layer of stained wooden. Ben added some paneling and moulding to imitate the look of the cupboards and tie all of it collectively.
I’ve a variety of favourite elements of this kitchen however one other factor I really like is the brass foot rail. This was additionally one thing I noticed on Pinterest and instantly fell in love with it. It’s extra typically seen in bars however it began popping up in kitchens an increasing number of and I feel it’s such a enjoyable element! It provides to the nice and cozy and welcome really feel of the house and to me, makes it really feel such as you need to simply sit down on the island with a drink in hand and spend hours deep in dialog with an excellent buddy. I hope it makes others really feel that manner too ?
QUARTZITE COUNTERTOPS
My hunt for counter tops was fortunately not too lengthy and I really feel like I struck the lottery with these beautiful Sea Pearl Quartzite counters! I deliberate a day to drive about an hour away the place there have been a handful of distributors and the primary place I went was United Stones Worldwide.
Proper once I walked into the showroom I used to be instantly drawn to a slab and as I acquired nearer realized it was a Class D. If something about countertop procuring, then they use classes to interrupt down the price. Usually the farther down the alphabet you get, the dearer. So I figured a D was a fairly whole lot. However it was my first cease and I wished to maintain my choices open.
I went to a bunch of extra stops considering I might see tons extra Ds that I appreciated. Nope. Every thing I cherished in all places else was a lot farther down the alphabet. As quickly as I noticed this, I shortly known as again to my first cease and had them put a maintain on my slab. I needed to drive again one other day to select a second slab and positioned my order.
We had them fabricated by Battista Granite who did an awesome job! Minus pre-drilling our faucet gap within the heart with out asking, when our faucet was the truth is a bridge faucet and wanted two holes. However in the long term, it ended up being the most effective mistake ever as a result of I stuffed that gap with a wonderful rubbish disposal button and I LOVE IT.
In addition they reduce and put in the quartzite ledge on the window sill and the shelf above the total top backsplash behind the range. How good is that curve?!
I stored my choices open from the start however Sea Pearl Quartzite was the clear winner. You’ll be able to’t beat the great thing about a pure stone! Battista sealed them with their very own spray and actually nothing stains them. It’s wonderful!
INTEGRATED KITCHEN APPLIANCES AND PANTRY CABINETS
ILVE GAS RANGE
Hidden kitchen home equipment have been a should have for me. The one equipment I wished seen was our beautiful Ilve Twin Gas Fuel Vary which I’ll be sharing a full assessment on quickly. I’ll share a fast breakdown of it right here for you! We beforehand had an electrical range with a glass cooktop which was not my favourite. It cooked effective however I really feel just like the burners took endlessly to warmth up and cleansing the glass each time we used it acquired to be actually annoying.
I did my analysis and Ilve stored popping up as a best choice. Not solely are they beautiful however clients raved about how effectively they carried out within the kitchen. And to my shock, the type we wished was really out there to ship and would arrive inside just a few weeks! Or so we thought. Whereas it did the truth is ship from Italy, when it acquired to the warehouse for inspection within the states, it was broken and listed as not repairable. Womp. So we needed to get a brand new one ordered and by that point, our mannequin was out of inventory. So we joined the numerous who have been hopelessly ready and ready for his or her home equipment to reach solely to have the arrival date hold getting pushed again.
After a number of adjusted supply dates, we lastly obtained it in late July and it felt like including the lacking piece of a puzzle. Our kitchen felt full with it in place and we’ve been pleased with the way it cooks as effectively!
FISHER & PAYKEL INTEGRATED REFRIGERATOR
When you’ve ever researched built-in fridges then they will price you an arm and a leg. I felt it foolish to spend extra on a fridge than we did on our counter tops so once I got here throughout the Fisher & Paykel Built-in Fridge by means of a google seek for a fraction of what the others have been costing, I hoped it will be the right match for us.
I had by no means heard of Fisher & Paykel so I used to be slightly hesitant at first however after performing some fast googling, the opinions spoke for themselves. We even have an excellent household buddy who within the equipment enterprise that I ended up ordering ours although, and he assured me they have been a good and high quality model. Ben constructed customized fronts that simply connected and assist the fridge appear to be it’s simply one other a part of our stunning wooden kitchen cupboards.
The profile of this fridge is slightly smaller as a result of it’s counter depth so it may be flush with the remainder of the cupboards. It’s not as deep as we have been used to however it’s been a simple adjustment. My FIL additionally has a fridge down within the basement that we will use for overflow or after we host giant gatherings. General, we haven’t had any points and completely advocate this fridge!
TALL PANTRY CABINETS
That is additionally the hub of our storage. Since we don’t have a pantry I wished to make the most of this wall and create tall pantry cupboards with ample space for storing. That is the place our toaster, microwave and occasional maker stay, together with a number of pull out drawers and cabinets for storing all of the issues. If you wish to have a look inside take a look at my small hidden equipment storage submit.
FISHER & PAYKEL INTEGRATED DISHWASHER
We determined to stick with the identical model for our dishwasher and went with the Fisher & Paykel built-in Dishwasher and haven’t had any points right here both. Once more, Ben constructed a customized entrance for it and it seamlessly blends into the remainder of the cabinetry.
UNLACQUERED BRASS HARDWARE
{Hardware} is like the jewellery of the kitchen and I just about knew from the beginning that I’d be utilizing brass. It simply pairs so fantastically with our wooden stained kitchen cupboards and is a timeless mixture. The explanation I selected unlacquered brass as a substitute of polished brass is due to the way in which it patinas over time. It’s a uncooked brass so it can age naturally and it darkens to offer it a extra used look. To some, it might sound foolish to make use of unlacquered brass and when you all the time need your {hardware} trying vibrant and glossy then it’s undoubtedly not the choice for you.
However to me, it’s simply one other manner so as to add character and a lived in really feel to our kitchen. Like I discussed earlier than, I didn’t need our kitchen to really feel model new and utilizing finishes like this assist make it really feel prefer it’s been right here all alongside.
The {hardware} is the Massey assortment from Rejuvenation and is certainly a little bit of an funding however it’s one thing I’ll by no means change or get bored with. It’s traditional and timeless and provides one other factor of heat to this house. All of the equipment pulls are from this assortment as effectively in the identical end.
PLASTER HOOD
I shard this course of on instagram however I had initially wished to DIY our hood. After which Hoodsly reached out to me and after seeing their beautiful hoods, I knew we might by no means come near creating one thing as stunning. Plus I actually wished curves, and people aren’t the simplest to DIY. We selected their Bell hood with traditional trim which added one other refined conventional factor. You’ll be able to customise your hood to come back in a wide range of finishes and I selected to have mine delivered uncooked so I may apply Roman Clay.
I’ve used roman clay a handful of occasions earlier than, within the children toilet, and on the hearth within the playroom which is linked to the kitchen. I wished to tie the 2 collectively, so I used the identical coloration, full circle. Roman clay offers you a stunning clean end that resembles previous world plaster, however is far simpler to use.
ROMAN CLAY WALLS
I went backwards and forwards with what sort of wall remedy I wished in our kitchen for some time. The plain alternative was tile, however after ordering a number of samples I simply did’t discover any that I cherished and felt proper. So I opted for a similar Roman Clay utility I used on the hood. It’s refined however provides one other layer of depth and character.
COUNTER STOOLS
As I write this weblog submit I’m in the midst of refinishing my dream kitchen counter stools, however earlier than I discovered them I settled on these cutie little stools from Fb Market that I additionally up to date. I spray painted them black and so they’ve been nice placeholders for now. However they aren’t the comfiest or sturdiest for the youngsters so I can’t wait to interchange them with my new ones. Keep tuned!
LIGHTING
BEADED GLASS SCONCES
If there’s one main take away from our kitchen rework it’s to not accept one thing you don’t love. I skilled this not as soon as however twice with the lighting in our kitchen. Early on, I selected pendants and sconces and had them delivered. I cherished how they regarded within the field however when it acquired to be time to put in them they only didn’t really feel proper. Particularly the sconces. I modified these first and I’m so glad I did! I searched and searched till I discovered these beautiful beaded glass sconces from Lightwork Design Co. on etsy. The craftsmanship is excellent and I really like figuring out that I’m supporting a small enterprise.
BRASS ISLAND PENDANTS
As for the pendants…I cherished my first possibility however as soon as issues acquired to the ultimate stage, they felt manner too small compared to the scale of the island. So then I ordered new ones that have been BIG. If our ceilings have been increased they may have labored. However when Dan and I have been on reverse sides of the island, we couldn’t see one another ha. So I despatched these again and downsized for a similar mild however in a smaller measurement and these brass pendants couldn’t be extra excellent.
These brass island pendants have such a wonderful end on them that appears aged and once more provides to the lived in really feel of our kitchen.
RELAXED ROMAN SHADE WINDOW TREATMENT
To decorate up the window barely, I opted for a relaxed roman shade in a linen material. That is really going to get altered barely nevertheless, as a result of I didn’t find yourself liking the colour or the thick seams on the aspect. So keep tuned for an up to date look! My wonderful upholsterer, Yanni, is the most effective when you want any native upholstery accomplished!
FIRECLAY SINK
Final however not least is the sink space underneath the window. This window was all the time right here however we changed it with an Impervia black window from Pella. The sink nevertheless, was not all the time right here. It was within the nook the place the cupboard now sits and it was in all probability my least favourite a part of our previous kitchen. You simply stared proper into the cupboards whereas doing the dishes. It created such a bizarre angle on the ground.
Shifting the sink underneath the window was a no brainer for me. It offers me probably the most wonderful view of our yard so I can watch the kiddos extra simply. We selected a fireclay sink from amazon that’s an awesome value and has held up nice to date. I really like this one as a result of it has an off heart drain which is a complete recreation changer! It additionally comes with the steel rack and a slicing board that sits on the highest edge.
UNLACQUERED BRASS FAUCET
I went with an unlacquered brass kitchen faucet and sprayer to tie into our {hardware} which additionally will patina and age over time. It’s already beginning to change a bit and I really like the character it provides! One adjustment I made was growing the spout attain which is how far the spout of the tap comes out. I first ordered it and it felt too near the again of the sink. The maker constructed me a brand new one with an 11″ spout attain which is SO a lot better!
And as I discussed above, the little brass button underneath the tap is our rubbish disposal! Such a cheerful accident from our countertop fabricators and I extremely advocate placing one in when you have the chance ?
Phew that was lots! When you have some other questions let me know however I need to thanks for all of your encouragement and help alongside the way in which. This house is such a dream come true and I couldn’t be extra in love with our trendy European impressed kitchen with stained wooden cupboards.
SHOP OUR KITCHEN
Island Paint Coloration: Balanced Beige
Partitions: Portola Paints Roman Clay in Full Circle
Cupboards by Haug Cabinetry & Design
Cupboard Wooden: Arduous White Maple Plywood in a strip matched sample
Cupboard Stain: Darkish Walnut Varathane Gel Stain
Wooden Look Tile Flooring
C0untertops: Sea Pearl Quartzite
Hood
Beaded Glass Sconces
Brass Island Pendants
Brass Kitchen Rail
Fireclay Kitchen Sink
Unlacquered Brass Kitchen Faucet & Sprayer
Rubbish Disposal Button
Rubbish Disposal Flange
Marble Cleaning soap Dish
Swap Plate Covers
Black Window
Relaxed Roman Shade
Reeded Glass in Cupboard
Unlacquered Brass {Hardware}
Unlacquered Brass Cupboard Latches
Unlacquered Brass Hinges
Olive Oil Cruet
Counter Stools
Brass Foot Rail
Hanging Garlic Basket – Thrifted
Artowork – Thrifted
