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Kitchen Renovation Update: Floors, Cabinets, Sink, Hardware and More!

by | Mar 26, 2023 | Decorating Inspiration, Kitchens, My New House, Remodel

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Today I have a kitchen renovation update for you! Things have been moving right along over the past two weeks! The addition is also coming along but more of the attention recently went to the interior projects. The next two weeks will be fun to see as the addition will start to take shape, too! I promise to share more in an upcoming post.

The fun thing about this project so far is there has been a LOT of progress already! Yet there are still so many details and design elements we are looking forward to (such as trim pieces, crown molding, glass doors, bookcases, lighting and ceilings!). We are very pleased with how beautifully it’s coming together already, so we’re feeling very good about each decision.

I will share more specifics on our design decision process in future posts, but for now I wanted to give you a peek at where we’re at so far and a few hints as to what is to come!

Kitchen Renovation Update: Floors, Cabinets, Sink, Hardware and More!
Freestanding kitchen island (from our old kitchen)

WOOD FLOORS:

Once the interior spaces were gutted (kitchen, dining room and living room/entry flooring) the new European White Oak flooring went it. It’s STUNNING! We are thrilled with the casual beachy look and feel the floors brought to our home. The first thing we noticed was the pleasing indoor outdoor connection we felt between the wood tones inside and the organic beauty of our surroundings.

Kitchen Renovation Update: Floors, Cabinets, Sink, Hardware and More!

DINING ROOM WINDOWS AND WINDOW SEAT:

The existing windows from the back of our home were relocated to the new dining room. Not only did this change bring in so much more light, we also got a new unexpected water view! In my last update I had said the windows were for light and no view would be opened up, but I WAS WRONG!

While it’s not a sweeping view from that side further back on our home, any view of the water and islands beyond makes me happy. Plus, this new view can be easily seen through the dining room windows as you walk around the kitchen, so it’s a pretty fun surprise!

It isn’t easy to show the new view in a photo or video, and we definitely need to trim a large bush that is blocking probably half of it, but you can kind of see it below! Once the bush is trimmed down a bit it’ll be more apparent. I love to get a glimpse of water as I walk through the house, simple joys for this sea-loving gal :).

Kitchen Renovation Update: Floors, Cabinets, Sink, Hardware and More!

Right below the windows our new dining bench (with drawers below) was installed. Not yet in are the two bookcases, one will be on each side. I wanted to add a few spots with open storage/display for books or seasonal pieces. And of course we can’t wait to add a comfy bench cushion and have fun with color, pattern and seasonal pillows, too. I’m really loving the arrangement here as each room feels like an extension of the others, but also has a sense of its own unique place in the home.

Kitchen Renovation Update: Floors, Cabinets, Sink, Hardware and More!
Faucet Details // Farmhouse Sink

WHITE APRON FRONT SINK AND POLISHED NICKEL FAUCET:

The new sink was set into place so the counter people could come measure! I’m in love. I don’t know if I’m the only weirdo who does this but as soon as the contractors leave every day, I’m walking around gazing at everything, setting up little vignettes because I love seeing all the PRETTY things together! I shared the details about our faucet in this post.

Kitchen Renovation Update: Floors, Cabinets, Sink, Hardware and More!

INSET CABINETS AND ISLAND:

I am in love with the cabinets. They turned out just as I dreamed they would! They just feel so homey, light and happy, and have beautiful details (many of which aren’t even in yet!). We chose traditional cabinetry with a mix of styles and details like beadboard, inset drawers and doors, slab and beaded shaker profiles.

The finish is so smooth and GORGEOUS, I’m really happy with them. There are more cabinetry details to come like some feet and trim pieces, brackets, glass doors and a pretty dish display area, too.

We’re also thrilled with how the layout feels to be in the space. We didn’t have a lot of walls to work with as it has wall to wall doors/windows on one side and the opening to the dining room on the other, but it is coming together just exactly as I wanted it to. It just feels so cozy and inviting! We also made the most of our storage and counter space, too, which was important to us in a smaller home!

Our floors are covered but I found a few discarded scraps to lay out along with other elements that will be represented in the space. It’s fun to dream about each new element that will be added!

Kitchen Renovation Update: Floors, Cabinets, Sink, Hardware and More!

Speaking of the cabinets and layout, I’m so glad we put the sink here. The windows you can see all around are just lovely as is the light that comes in. I love that you can look over and see the dining area, too. Lifting and widening the two openings between these rooms really was a dramatic change that we’re loving, too. (By the way, I shared our kitchen design floor plans in this post if you want to look back at the before and plans.)

Kitchen Renovation Update: Floors, Cabinets, Sink, Hardware and More!

The Queen Bee Range Wall:

While the Queen herself has not yet be set on her throne here :), this little art represents her color palette. I’m excited for the pop of color! We’re still missing one cabinet that goes on the right and the hood and some other details here, but I can already tell Beatrix will be so pretty and fit right in.

I shared more about our stove choice (lovingly named Beatrix, ha!) in this post.

Kitchen Renovation Update: Floors, Cabinets, Sink, Hardware and More!

This cabinet wall is going to be special too, you can only see part of it so far :). You can see the spot for the fridge to the right of this space, too.

Kitchen Renovation Update: Floors, Cabinets, Sink, Hardware and More!

HARDWARE AND LIGHTING:

The hardware arrived, too (along with our lights!). We love it! I wanted a timeless classic look for our kitchen, so we chose a mix of traditional hardware with a warm antique brass finish that is just so beautiful (as well as glass knobs and some touches of nickel).

Sources: Oval Knob // Drawer Pull // Appliance Pull // Glass Knob // Bin Pull // Cupboard Latch

I don’t have photos of the lights yet, but you can see them HERE (and our whole kitchen design mood board here).

Kitchen Renovation Update: Floors, Cabinets, Sink, Hardware and More!

We ordered these adorable coastal solar lights for outside, I just love them! Next I have to choose exterior lights for our new back porch!

So much more to come, but I hope you enjoyed this peek at our renovation! I can’t wait to share more about the addition, too.

I try to share regular updates on my Instagram, so if you like to keep up with the dailies, that’s a good place to be.

More Posts about Our Kitchen Remodel:

My New Kitchen Floor Plan + Parents’ Addition and Exterior Elevation

Our New Kitchen Design Mood Board (and five questions that helped me make decisions!)

Adding Character in a Kitchen Remodel: The Tale of Our New Range and Faucet

Kitchen and Dining Room Renovation Update! Projects Have Begun!

23 Comments

  1. Denise DeSousa

    I’m so happy for you and your family! It’s exciting to see it all unfold!

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  2. Sue W

    Hi Melissa
    I agree that your wood floors are gorgeous. Can you please tell me where you purchased them and what the color/brand is? I’m in the middle of a build and would love to check these floors out. Are they engineered wood?
    Thank you
    Sue

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    • Melissa @ The Inspired Room

      Hi Sue! Thank you! We are in love with the floors, they brought warmth and light and a great texture to the whole main floor. We got it locally through a flooring shop, unfortunately i wasn’t able to get a link to it nor find a brand name online to share it but it’s European white oak, engineered wood! It had a matte feel and finish so it has a nice casual /beachy feel plus it’s not slippery at all, which is so nice for our dogs,

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  3. Carolyn

    This is so exciting! Love your choices and can’t wait to see the final reveal. Meanwhile, I enjoy seeing the process as it unfolds. I take courage as I think about the main floor bedroom addition we are planning. We also live in a small house – 1440 square feet, two bedrooms, two and a half baths. It’s a log cabin so that creates its own obstacles. Out of curiosity I was wondering how wide are your dining room and kitchen (and I suppose your living room as well) wall to wall? That would be side to side rather than front to back, though that would be interesting too. I think your spaces are larger than mine. Finding storage space is a challenge! I think you’ve thought yours out really well to maximize it.

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    • Melissa @ The Inspired Room

      Thank you, yes small space challenges! I think our main floor is around 800
      square feet. The kitchen is 15 feet wide and 10 feet deep! Definitely had to plan very carefully and maximize the few available walls too! It feels great in person so it was worth it, I’m glad we didn’t skimp on storage. I’m a fan of free standing pieces too but the built ins really were the best solution for us!

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  4. sue

    Melissa
    Can you tell me where you found your white oak flooring and what the color name is?
    Thanks

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    • Melissa @ The Inspired Room

      We got it locally through a flooring shop, unfortunately i wasn’t able to get a link to it nor find a brand name online to share it but it’s European white oak, it’s engineered wood!

      Reply
  5. Helene

    Love when you post here. I, along with others, do not have Instagram. Love the plans and updates.

    Reply
  6. Tammy

    Breathtaking!!

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  7. Alison

    The kitchen is shaping up to be just lovely. It is tasteful and timeless and I look forward to the finished room.

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    • Melissa @ The Inspired Room

      Thank you Alison, that’s SO kind of yiy to say! Lovely and timeless is just what I wanted it to be, we hope to live here and enjoy it for a very long time! 🥰

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  8. Jan

    When we renovated our kitchen we did just what you will have with the window seat with drawers underneath and cabinets on either side of the seat. We have 2 windows, you will have 3. That is where our table is with chairs around the outside. I love it! The grandchildren always sit on the cushioned seat when they are over for dinner. When they were small their toys were stowed in the drawers and would play with them under the table!! Enjoy your renovations!

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    • Melissa @ The Inspired Room

      That sounds so precious, what a special memory! Thank you for sharing. I love thinking of all the special times we will have around our table.

      Reply
  9. Rena

    Thank you for sharing!

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  10. franki Parde

    It’s a journey…franki

    Reply
  11. Windrift

    We live on a lake so I’m wondering what paint brands and colors you tried on your kitchen walls and what your final choice was. Your Reno looks great so far and thanks !

    Reply
  12. Linda

    I am local and looking to remodel my kitchen. Would you be willing to share where you ordered or who built you kitchen cabinets?

    Reply
  13. Marie

    Yes Melissa, I love the floor too! Do you have a link where you discussed which brand and color you decided to go with? They are beautiful with your cabinets as well. Would you mind sharing what color paint is on your kitchen cabinetry. I am wanting a light cream color and everything I see looks so white. Yours look perfect.
    Thanks for any help!

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    • Melissa @ The Inspired Room

      Thank you so much! The floors are from a local flooring company — I think they must’ve given them their own brand name, as I don’t see them anywhere online. I’d be happy to pass on any info though. They are European white oak engineered hardwood! We love them, I will definitely do a post on them soon!

      The cabinets are painted classic light buff sherwin Williams, but they matched it in their own cabinet finish.

      Reply

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