Finally, the kitchen is done. Well, for now. You know how I like to shake things up every few months. Here are links to:
- The photos on Flickr, and
- A slideshow on Flickr (you may want to play it backwards to see the “before” photos first)
But these two photos really say it all:
BEFORE
AFTER
Do excuse the boob light hanging from the ceiling. It is not my favorite but it is functional and goes with the silver (as opposed to gold) theme.
Click on each picture to jump over to Flickr to see it bigger and in better focus. (Click on All Sizes once you get there to see it Really Big.)
Details I love that you may not even even notice:
- Converted the sink front into a tip-out tray to hold sponges and things;
- Repositioned the lazy susan door up half an inch so the gap at the top is not so large and noticeable;
- Added baseboards;
- Changed out the sink light fixture for something more modern;
- Replaced the yellow-beige outlets and switches with white ones;
- Used white hinges rather than brushed nickel so they would disappear and not be noticed;
- Added a window covering so I can walk around naked without fear of the back neighbors seeing me. You know, if I wanted to.
I cannot believe I lived with those crappy cabinets for OVER A YEAR. It was a huge undertaking and I picked a bad time of year weather-wise to do it, but I am quite happy I did it. I love my kitchen now.
Next up: find a tasteful kitchen cart to replace the table holding the microwave. Something at counter height that will provide storage yet blend with the rest of the kitchen.
