A dreamy kitchen is achievable with the right color, style, and even decor. Style Me Pretty Living shares five designer secrets to a kitchen renovation that will give your space a professional polish.
I so wish I could introduce this kitchen by saying it was mine. Why? Because it's amazing, and that kelly green kitchen island makes me want to squeal like a little girl (or a woman with a strange love for kitchens, pretty sure we squeal at the same octave). Lori of Redo Home & Design is the lucky lady that gets to call this space home, and with the help of Alyssa Rosenheck Photography, she's dishing on ways we can all get a kitchen that's equally stunning as hers…
I did extensive research while we were saving for our renovation. I pored over blogs, home decor websites, magazines, client spaces and friend’s homes. There are so many amazing kitchens out there, and I made good use of them! I researched hood styles, layouts, appliance reviews, material studies and then compiled my favorites. Eventually, I put the puzzle together in a way that represents me and my family and the way we wanted our space to look and function.
I adore white countertops, but have seen too many homeowners regret using marble… for me, quartz is the way to go for white, maintenance-free counters.
The backsplash is a place where clients and homeowners often struggle: finding a timeless material without being too mundane. I decided to wrap the whole room (including the backsplash) with shiplap. We used smooth-finish cement board, an exterior building material. It is easy to install, waterproof, easily cleaned and quite inexpensive. I love how crisp and fresh it looks!
I live in a traditional, brick colonial house. I didn’t want to turn my kitchen into a stark contemporary or French country… it just wouldn’t be authentic. I tried to honor the integrity of my house while expanding the space for modern living. White kitchens come in and out of the spotlight, but never go out of style!
I am in the business of designing luxury homes, but when it came time to renovate my own space, I called in more experts. I asked for help with layout configurations, material advice, lighting plan suggestions, appliance expertise, and made use of our design team when it was time for color, lighting and styling. A kitchen renovation is typically the most expensive investment you make in your home… getting professional advice is a must!