Most of these stunning kitchen redos feature refacing of cabinets, as well as new countertops and backsplashes.
Room changers like new flooring and high-end appliances round out many of these makeovers.
Here are 10 incrediblebefore and after kitchen remodelingprojects.
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The kitchen had an island, cove ceiling, and plenty of room forcounter-depth appliances.
But the kitchen was on the verge of becoming worn out andcosmetically outdated.
“This project was extra special for me,” she said.
Murray Lampert
“I played in this kitchen when I was a kid.”
The clients wanted a significant change.
Thekitchenstill had oak-trimmed white melamine cabinets from decades ago.
Kitchen Remodel with Breakfast Bar AfterMurray Lampert
After: Lofty Inspirations
Cozy comfort rules this kitchen’s fantastic all-over change.
The design was inspired by the client’s love for vacationing on theski slopesand included a relaxingearthen paint scheme.
The kitchen features premium-quality kitchen cabinets and a unique countertop that mimics the striations found in sandstone.
Karr Bick Kitchens & Bath
The space had a non-working stove, an odd fridge, and no dishwasher.
It was time for an overhaul.
After: Modern Farmhouse Chics
This kitchen boasts a new chicfarmhouse style.
Karr Bick Kitchens and Bathrooms
Ikea Ramsjos cabinets and super HD graphic Soapstone Sequoia Formica countertops form the foundation for this kitchen’sfresh new look.
She replaced the maple cabinets with sparkling new white ones.
Thetoo-big islandcame out, and the sink moved under the window.
Lemon Thistle
Now Lindsay and husband Taylor have theperfect environmentfor their culinary creations.
She had initially designed this kitchen when she moved in, around 2001.
She couldn’t wait to get rid of the textured, glazed wall treatment.
Lemon & Thistle
After: High Contrast
Thiskitchen remodelis light, vibrant, and pops with contrast.
Leather finish granite counters from Marron Cohiba balance out the creamy white cabinets and sleekly polished nickel cabinet pulls.
Before: Kitchen Intervention
Thissmall, 45-square-foot kitchenspace in Pittsburgh was a challenge for designersChris and Julia.
Love & Olive Oil
It had a shoddy electrical system, a radiator in the corner, and insufficient counter room.
Topping off everything, the kitchen belonged to Julia’s aunt and uncle.
After: Sleek & Professional
Thissix-day transformationkept thesubway tile, but so much is remarkably different.
Love & Olive Oil
It includes Frigidaire Professional appliances and sleek gray Shaker-style cabinets.
It now provides a “professional-grade cooking and entertaining environment.”
She felt her kitchen was “worn and tired, lacking storage, and missing function.”
Carla Aston
Gwen said she got a “high-end look at a home improvement store price.”
She didn’t remodel, but instead refaced and retread her current kitchen.
After: Bold Statement
Cassie did not relocate a single appliance or change the countertops.
Carla Aston
She kept the island and cabinets and refreshed them with several coats of brightly colored paint.
Other substantial surface improvements included installing hardwood flooring and a new vent hood.
New kitchen additions were a fridge, pendant lighting, and updated hardware for the faucet and cabinet pulls.
Chris Loves Julia
Before: No View
Kitchen windows are lovely when they bring in natural light and charming views.
After: Hacker Heaven
Thisgorgeous kitchen’scabinets are all stock, off-the-shelf oak cabinets from Home Depot.
Kristi hacked them to the hilt.
Chris Loves Julia
All the cabinetry cost well under $2,500.
In place of the window is a beautiful glass cabinet.
From thefloral wallpaperand gigantic fluorescent ceiling light to theoutdated oak cabinetsand creaky appliances, she wanted a kitchen redo.
Makerista/Gwen Hefner
After: Truly Sensational
Now herkitchenshimmers.
Light bounces off the hexagon pattern tile (Oceanside Tile) and Caesarstone quartz in Pure White.
The CliqStudios cabinetry is a calming blue-gray hue and the insides were painted the same color for continuity.
Makerista / Gwen Hefner
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