It’s finished! It’s finished! I can’t believe it’s finally finished!! Remember eight weeks ago when I shared my plans for remodeling my kitchen?
Over the last eight weeks I took my completely outdated 1950s kitchen from this:
Original kitchen:
After removing the built in bench and table:
To THIS:
To say I am ecstatic with the outcome would be a gross understatement. My kids keep asking me, “Mommy do you like your new kitchen?” I am thrilled. It came out just like I pictured – only better. This is definitely by far the biggest project I have ever taken on, designed and budgeted for and I’ll admit it was exhausting and it was scary. I opted to work with a contractor since there was no way I could DIY this, and quite frankly, I just didn’t want to. I wanted it done right! (by the way, he was awesome ~ if you’re looking for a contractor in Orange County, CA, send me a message and I’ll get you his info).
It took a total of eight weeks to be finished, but while that was incredibly hard, it was oh so worth it. I’ll quit yacking now and let you enjoy the photos. There are a lot. I’ll share a source list at the bottom of the post.
The printables on the wall were created by me. They will be available to download in a separate post. I opted for clipbards instead of frames because I like the flexibility it gives. I’m looking forward to changing them out for the seasons (and sharing more fun sets with you!).
I am IN LOVE with this sink and faucet that were provided by MOEN. Like, I want to sleep in this sink and take showers with this faucet. They are that awesome. The faucet is MotionSense, which means it has a motion sensor so you don’t have to touch the handle. This comes in handy when your kids have super messy hands and you don’t want them touching anything. And I love the spot-resist finish!
The apron front, farm style sink has been especially handy with large cookware, and it looks beautiful.
I opted to change the layout of this side of the kitchen to allow for more counter space, something my old kitchen was sorely lacking. It feels so nice to have that extra space!
Yes, I know the fridge is huge, but I don’t care. I big double puffy heart love it.
I agonized over this stove. Gas or electric? Dual Fuel? Slide in? Gosh, seriously I spent HOURS reading reviews and trying to weigh the options. I love to cook so it was really important for me to make the right choice. So far, I LOVE it!
Hardware for the cabinets from D Lawless. It’s an amazing, family owned company and they were fabulous to work with.
I tried to get a good photo of the countertops but the lighting is so bad in the kitchen (very little natural light) that this was the best I could do. Another decision I agonized over!
SOURCE LIST:
Wall Paint: Provided by Sherwin-Williams Snowbound (white with a subtle hint of gray)
Trim Paint: Provided by Sherwin-Williams Extra White (straight out of the can white)
Cabinets: Koville (local)
Subway Tile: Desert Gray by Daltile
Counters: Cashmere Carrera by MSI
Cabinet Hardware: Provided by D Lawless – Knobs / Pulls
Lighting: Wayfair
Sink: Provided by Moen
Faucet: Provided by Moen
Wicker Chairs: IKEA
Jars: World Market
Cake Stands: White – World Market, Gray – no longer available
Soaps: World Market
APPLIANCES: (affiliate links)
I did extensive research on Consumer Reports and other sites when choosing my appliances, and each of them are very highly rated. They were all purchased at Best Buy, and I had a great experience there!
Dishwasher: Bosch Dishwasher
Refrigerator: Samsung French Door Refrigerator with ShowCase Fridge Door
Range: GE Gas Slide-In Convection Range
Microwave: GE Over-the-Range Microwave
I was provided some of the products as listed above. All honest opinions and text are 100% mine.
Read more about my plans for my bathroom remodels.
Hi! I’m Kristin, the creative mind behind Yellow Bliss Road where you will be inspired by tons of easy to follow recipes, lots of free printables, and a little sprinkling of life thrown in for good measure.
I love the light fixture above the sink! I’m trying to find it on Wayfair, but they have hundreds! Do you have a specific model or keywords I can search on? Kitchen looks awesome!
I don’t, I’m sorry. It was four years ago so it’s possible they don’t make it anymore.
Nice job Kristen. Did you use white grout for your backsplash? My countertops are similar and tile is alittle darker trying to decide on grout colour? Thanks
Yes the backsplash is white.
Love your kitchen sink and backsplash. Btw, do you still have contact information of your contractor?
Love the faucet. I wish I could have taken your bench for the breakfast nook off of your hands. I have a 1956 home but embrace a Mid Century modern style. I envision that corner so differently! We do share the gray kitchen choices! I didn’t have a choice, my entire house ‘remodel’ came without a moments notice. Hurricane Harvey left 3 ft. of water in my house and all of my choices, made from a motel room, have been under the gun. You made a huge improvement, I didn’t even know curtains in the before picture still existed!
Hi there…
Love your finished kitchen!!! My husband and I are a weekend away from a DIY backsplash install but I’m stuck on what color grout to use. My tile is subway 3×6 dove grey (Home Depot) with a crackle look to it. We just had a Lusso quartz countertop installed—greys, cream, and white marble appearance. I love the grey tile/light grout look you did but I keep reading light/white grout isn’t a good choice. Yours looks perfect. Could you share the name of it? Thanks!
I have no idea what color the grout was – I think just basic white? My contractor bought it.
Hi Kristin!
Youre KItchen is GORGEOUS!!! you did an absolutely beautiful job!!! I love love everything!! I know this is all a few years old but i am finally renovating my kitchen and i would love to know what the name of your tile backsplash is? Is it ceramic? Porcelain ( I see you purchased at Daltile). Thank you so much!!!!
It’s is daltile but I’m sorry, I don’t recall the name of the color! They don’t have a ton of gray subway tile so I’m sure they could help you out if you asked.
STUNNING!! I love everything about it!!
What a beautiful kitchen! I have a question. We are wrapping up a kitchen remodel and a lot of our style/choices are similar. Love this color of backsplash and currently have a sample tile sitting on my counter. I was disappointed to find it doesn’t come in a matte finish. Do you ever have a problem with the glare or reflection the glossy tile can have?
Not at all! I love the tile so much!
What a pretty place to do all your creative cooking. We are just starting our kitchen makeover. We have decided on Ikea cabinets. Having some of the dilemmas you had. Printed off your kitchen art! Thank you for your ideas.
WOWZA………this is really good!!!1
Thank you!
amazing! i loooove that sink, that, i need. enjoy your new space!
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Oh I love it!! It looks Amazing!! I love the sink and the backsplash!
This turned out beautifully! Great job!
STUNNING!! I love everything about it!!
This looks great Kristin! I love the transformation!!
My favorite part of the room are those floors! Stunning! My second favorite, those counters! You’ve done a beautiful job decorating. I hope, if and when it ever happens, that my kitchen look as pretty!
Hi Kristin! Your kitchen is absolutely stunning! I love it! We are currently renovating our kitchen and are on a major hold because of issues with the countertop company (ie going bankrupt and taking our deposit with it- ugh). But I just put down a new deposit at another company yesterday and picked a quartz carrara looking style like you used- I love it and am so thrilled to see it in your kitchen- it gives me a great idea of what it will “really” look like. I love all the finishes you chose – we have chosen many similar finishes as well. Now I am even more inspired to finally see ours come together…in, like, 8 looooong weeks. Oh well. What’s double the expected time for a kitchen reno, no big deal, right? lol. Pinning your kitchen like crazy! Have a great weekend:)
Krista