Kitchen Remodel: Small Kitchen Remodeling tips

Small Kitchen Remodel Checklist for Young Families

Home office solution: An extra-long table transforms a dining area to a workplace in seconds. (Photo: Steve Tsai)

Anyone who has ever walked into a 100-year-old kitchen can tell you it doesn’t work for today’s busy lifestyles. But with a few minor tweaks, you can update an old kitchen like this one and … Continue reading →

How to Fit a Home Office in a Small Kitchen Remodel

Built-in deep drawers on full-extension glides make the area under the sink an extension of the
upper cabinetry by holding many of the family’s items in an easy-to-access area. The green backsplash and carpet runner bring together a bold splash of color to accent the black and white elements. (Photo: Steve Tsai)

When owners of this Toronto home asked designer Gillian Lazanik of Affecting Spaces Interior Design & Design Build to renovate their small kitchen, she was ready to renew the room on a relatively tight budget. … Continue reading →

Create a Kitchen Office with these Designer Tips

The owner of this house has a home office, but also wanted a kitchen office as a central location to look up recipes and allow her daughter a space where she could work on crafts. … Continue reading →

Tips for a First-Time Kitchen Remodeler

“After my blog partner Jo got me hooked on antique kilim rugs, I was so excited to discover a dealer here in Ottawa. I bought this rug for 50% off. It was a serious bargain and makes a beautiful addition of color and pattern to the space. The cabinets are made of reclaimed ginko wood from Korea and are absolutely gorgeous,“ Kim says. (Photo: Kim Johnson)

After finishing her small East-West kitchen remodel on her small budget, Kim Johnson of Desire to Inspire shares her best advice for first-time kitchen remodelers: • Decide what you need. “This is the most important … Continue reading →

Small Kitchen Remodel on a Budget

"Renovating with seven cats around? A nightmare," Kim says. (Photo: Kim Johnson)

After completing her tiny East-West Fusion kitchen remodel, Kim Johnson of Desire to Inspire shared with us the lowdown on her appliance and fixture choices: • Greentea cabinets: “I love Greentea’s cabinets: the sliding doors … Continue reading →

5 Steps to a Small Kitchen Remodel

Kim's kitchen in its original state (Photo: Kim Johnson).

Once upon a time, this kitchen in Ottowa, Canada, was the worst kind of vintage—not remodeled for 40 years, cabinets falling from their hinges, laminate countertops, no storage space and “the worst tile job I’d … Continue reading →

6 Tips for an Eco-Friendly Kitchen Remodel

If you’re planning a kitchen remodel in today’s eco-conscious culture, you’ve probably wondered: Can I reduce my kitchen’s environmental impact and still indulge my aesthetic sensibilities? And can I do both without breaking the bank? … Continue reading →

A Victorian Kitchen Remodel for a Young Family

Jeff King opened up this kitchen to the rest of the downstairs. Streamlined cabinets and countertops keep the design simple and clean. Glossy surfaces make this light-filled kitchen shine. Here the panel over the sink is open to the dining room allowing the cook to chat with family and friends. (Photo: Paul Dyer Photography)

Can you balance Victorian charm with fresh design and make it function well for both adults and little ones? One San Francisco kitchen remodel by Jeff King & Company and Feldman Architecture shows you can have it all. When … Continue reading →

5 Designer Tips for a Small Kitchen Remodel

Elevated above the rest of the marble-topped island, the pedestal butcher-block counter made of walnut creates space for guests to enjoy a beverage while the homeowner cooks. The stovetop’s diamond backsplash literally mirrors the diamond stone fireplace that directly faces it in the adjoining living room. The open shelves on the back of the island offer more opportunities to display vintage collectibles. Continuing the cabinets to the ceiling makes a room feel taller and creates a soothing, seamless look. (Photo: Meikel Reece)

Are you about to embark on a small kitchen remodel? Alice Lane Home senior designer Suzanne Hall lists five things to consider when designing a small kitchen. 1. Open up the floor plan: Sometimes improving your … Continue reading →

5 Tips for a Small Period Kitchen Remodel

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Kitchen renovations with farmhouse style harken back to a simpler time. Previously, we talked with several designers with the Knickerbocker Group about their work on the Bayberry home, which needed its floorplan opened. Here, we learn … Continue reading →