It’s hard to believe our kitchen reveal is finally here! It is complete! Full disclosure, it is 99% complete because we still have to add a lever to our pantry door, but I couldn’t wait one more second to share it with you!
Thank you for your patience, encouragement, and support! For those of you who don’t know, we had a few unforeseeable delays. Most were due to additions we made during the process. Luckily, my vision kept me motivated to power through!
Last spring, we completed Phase 1 of this project. Almost immediately we knew we wanted to paint the cabinets. Even after having the painting done, there were no plans to change the countertops or sink and I had yet to find tile for our backsplash. Eventually these updates were added to our plans. You can read all about the process here.
I didn’t want to change everything. Our kitchen had some classic elements like a statement vent hood and a large island. I still adore each of them five years after moving in.
My goals for this phase of our kitchen update included creating a brighter, light-filled space that flows with our newly updated living room. I wanted it to be inviting and full of character. I think my goals were achieved.
A big THANK YOU to my partners for this project!
LG Viatera | Stone Coverings of Houston | Cle’ Tile | Amerock | Newport Brass
Now let’s take a look back. This is the look before Phase 1.
Here’s the new look!!!
*This post contains affiliate links. Disclosure here. Additionally, some of the brands featured here provided products that made this kitchen project possible. As always, my comments, reviews, and opinions are 100% my own.
Color Palette
The kitchen walls match the color in the rest of our home. Light gray was my cabinet color choice. The countertops are white and for warmth, I added golden accents.
I wanted the cabinetry to provide a color contrast. New wall art with silver frames compliment the cabinet color perfectly.
Shoreline was used for the cabinets and Chantilly Lace for the walls. Both are by Benjamin Moore.
With an open-concept home, it was imperative that the kitchen blend with the living room. I made sure both rooms had common colors and elements.
Countertops
Our new countertops are quartz by LG Viatera and we are so in love! As I’ve mentioned before, this is the same LG that sells appliances and televisions. They are a new discovery for countertops for me! I can hardly believe such a gorgeous look can be achieved by a product that is highly durable. The exact color of quartz I chose was never released, but their new color, “Mica” is almost identical to the quartz we installed. You can see a “Mica” sample on our countertops below.
I have provided some additional similar colors here if you are looking for a beautiful, low-maintenance counter surface.
Our installation went very well! There was great attention to every detail by our fabricators, Stone Coverings of Houston.
On this long counter there is even a seam that is almost invisible!
I selected a mitered edge for my island. I chose a 2.5 inch thickness. My fabricators did an AMAZING job with this too and the Viatera quartz looks so gorgeous!
In order to have the mitered edge, we had to raise the island a bit to provide clearance for our dishwasher. This was done by applying plywood and then our painter simply caulked the edge when he touched up my cabinets.
Blush pink peach flowers white farmhouse sink
Another decision we made regarding the countertops was to extend the bar area. Ana from Stone Coverings of Houston made this suggestion and I am so glad she did! We now have more counter and eating space. Plus, there is a large open space between our kitchen and living room and this helped fill it visually! The new dimensions are approximately 5′ x 7′.
Fortunately, I was able to replace the countertops in a couple of small bathrooms too. Watch for much more about the process and my review after living with our new quartz for a while.
If you live in Houston or one of the surrounding areas, I highly recommend contacting Stone Coverings of Houston for your next project. They are reliable, helpful, and highly skilled specialists!
Backsplash
For the backsplash, I selected hand-made zellige tile in weathered white by Cle’ Tile. It has a gorgeous glossy finish over numerous shades of white including grays and creams.
The white terracotta tile is STUNNING in person! It makes me smile every time I look at it. The amount of texture it provides is incredible! Especially under the vent hood, you can see the touch of drama the backsplash adds. It bounces light around the room, which makes it even more heavenly!
The brick backsplash we removed filled the traditional backsplash area between the upper and lower cabinets. I decided to take the new tile to ceiling for a more finished look. One of the best decisions I made!
Sink
I went with a fireclay apron front sink. It has a clean, transitional look. The cabinet needed just a small piece of trim on each side to give the sink a proper surround.
Hardware
Our new cabinet hardware is by Amerock. I selected bar pulls, glacio knobs, and glacio pulls. The bar pulls have clean lines and provide a sleek, transitional look. I chose the golden champagne finish. Because I already had brass light pendants, I thought it would look a bit too busy if I added the bar pulls everywhere, so I combined them with glacio knobs and glacio pulls which blend clear rods and knobs with golden champagne fittings.
I love the sophisticated look and the quality is excellent!
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Phase 1 and more
Our new pantry door is by Metrie. It added loads of character to our kitchen. We have actually added these beautiful doors to most of the rooms in our home. More on this in my home details update post! The lever we ordered is gold and will coordinate with our other selections.
Our light pendants, brass faucet, and counter stools were part of Phase 1 of my kitchen update. Technically this was Phase 2. Will there be a Phase 3? I’m not sure. There are a few more things I’d love to do to our kitchen, but I have promised Tony a project hiatus. We shall see how long that lasts!
I have another completed room that I’ll be sharing soon. Our dining room makeover project is complete and is just beyond the arch you see below. The little peek into the space shows the flow between the two rooms. Update: here is our new dining room!
A few additional details:
Newport Brass Faucet color, Antique Brass, well-engineered handcrafted designs with a history of performance and durability
Lighting – brass-colored lantern pendants hang above the island and add warmth and symmetry
Counter Stools – lucite and brass-colored metal combine for a fun bit of modern glam
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Breakfast Nook
To keep the flow going, we installed a new chandelier with a clear glass frame and beautiful brass accents in our breakfast nook. I found it at Capitol Lighting. They have a great selection of lighting and even carry home decor! With a long history in the business, they also have a great deal of expertise in the lighting field. Our lack of experience lead to a few questions during our installation attempt. Our emails were answered quickly, which we appreciated greatly!
We also hung a new piece of art. I’m crazy over the subtle pop of color it brings into the space!
Here are a few more pictures of our new kitchen. You can find all sources below.
I want to thank you for visiting!
SOURCES
Cle’ Tile – zillege glazed terracotta tile | Quartz countertops | Countertops were installed by Stone Coverings of Houston
Sink | Faucet | Light pendants | Door | Door lever | Bar pulls | Clear knobs | Clear pulls
Cake stands | Round tray | Large jar | Small white vase | Fruit bowl | Temple jar | Round wood & marble board
Rectangular wood & marble board | Cheese board | Bread plates | Rose-colored tea towel | Candle
Blue & white floral planter | Wall art
Breakfast Room: Similar cabinet 1 | 2 | 3 | Chandelier | Chairs | Art
Exact cabinet hardware links and sizes:
7 7/8” Glacio Pulls Golden Champagne (upper cabinets) | 6 5/16” Glacio Pulls Golden Champagne (cabinet above microwave)
Paint by Benjamin Moore: Cabinets – Shoreline | Walls – Chantilly Lace
Additional stool options:
Other room reveals and updates:
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You’re kitchen is stunning. Thank you for sharing your amazing style with us. Your backsplash is a work of art, for sure!
Angie
Thank you so much Angie! You are so kind! I adore the backsplash. Cle’ make such gorgeous tiles!
I love the backsplash also and have ordered a sample of the tile but they don’t have a bullnose tile to finish off the sides. What did you use on the side of the tiles that don’t end at a wall? Thank you for your help and introducing me to this tile.
You’re welcome! I adore it in my kitchen and I hope you will too. My tile installer simply added grout to the edge and it looks nice. Hope this helps!
Your home are what my dreams are made of! Lovely!!
Harriet, thank you!!! I hope you have a beautiful day! xo
Jen everything turned out so beautifully!!!! I love the pantry door and your gorgeous cabinet color! Enjoy your beautiful kitchen this wonderful time of year!!!!! Wish I could see it in person!
Xo
Randi, thank you sweet friend! You know you have a standing invitation to visit! Miss you so much! xo
It really looks bright and inviting. Love it!
I’m so glad you like it! Thank you so much and thanks for stopping by!
Gorgeous perfection!
Thank you so much Linda! xoxo
This is nothing short of STUNNING!! I’m pinning alllllll the pics. Congratulations, and if you EVER do AirBNB, I’m hopping a flight just to stay there. Congratulations on it’s completion.
Well you just made my day!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you! I hope you have a lovely afternoon and evening! xo
Your home is absolutely beautiful !! Your kitchen remodel is my inspiration. I will diffinally save all the pictures. You have done an amazing job!!
Tammy, I truly appreciate your kind words! Thank you so much!! xoxo
I have to correct my error on my post because it will annoy me if I don’t. Should be definitely not diffinally. Lol
LOL! I knew what you meant! xoxoxoxo
Your great room is gorgeous! I love flow of white, gold & grey. It’s elegant while still looking comfortable. The gold lends a rich look and the lucite has a sexy vibe. Beautifully done!
Joanna, thank you!!! I am loving the combo too! I used my great room color scheme and pulled it into the new kitchen design. There is actually a soft blue gray in the rug too. I can see the same color in the backsplash at times. Such a great color!
WOW! I love your style! I too will be doing a kitchen refresh next spring and am looking hard at LG quartz. My big island alone is a 74” square shape that will unfortunately require a seam (or 2). Is your counter run the only seam you have.? Would love to read updates about how the barely visible seam holds up. Thx.
Hi Theresa! First, thank you so much! Yes, I only have one seam on the counter. I would definitely recommend chatting with your fabricator about this. There are ways to match the pieces that will minimize the seam. That said, I will definitely add a review after some time passes. xoxo
Everything is beautiful, Jen, but those tiles are breathtaking especially all the way to the ceiling! I also love the quartz countertops. What a gorgeous transformation. I hope you and Tony enjoy your special kitchen!
Linda, thank you!!! I am so glad you like the new tiles! I looked high and low for them. We are definitely enjoying them and the whole room. Thanks again. Hope you have a wonderful week!
The new kitchen is stunning ! How beautiful. The flow to the living room is remarkable.
Can’t wait to see your home decorated for Christmas.
Thank you so much Myrna! I appreciate your kind words! I’m very excited about Christmas decor this year!
Looks fabulous Jen!!!….Can’t wait to see it in person…..As you know, I love the little things and my take away on this one is the clear and solid pulls and handles….LOVE IT….
Thank you! We are enjoying having a lighter, brighter look in here. Hope you can come for a visit soon!
Jen, every square inch of your new kitchen is stunning!!! Now I just can’t wait to see it in person..when am I coming over?!:). Congrats to you and Tony and I hope you enjoy this lovely space for many years to come!! Every single selection you made is perfect ??
Bree, thank you friend!!! I definitely need to have you over! One more room reveal to go and then I should have my life back. Lol! Something social will be a welcomed reward. Thanks so much for stopping by! xo
Jen you have outdone yourself once again, my friend! Simply stunning and spectacular!! I love all of those glorious layers of white on white with the brass elements – so chic and sophisticated! Bravo! And that backsplash – WOW!!! It really changes everything and could not be more perfect in this space! Love it all so much!! xox
Thank you so so much Tam!!! You are so sweet! I am loving having this space finished and I’m especially excited that it is ready for the upcoming holidays! I wish you could see the backsplash in person. It may just be my favorite feature, Hard to pick though! Can’t wait to see your next reveal! xoxo
Everything is gorgeous Jennifer. Every choice and finish is stunning.
I absolutely adore the back splash, and taking it all the way up makes it ever better!
Congratulations on your sublime new space!
So beautiful Jen! Love every single selection!
Good morning! I love-love you new kitchen and breakfast area. Can you share with me the dimensions of your breakfast area? We are wanting to redo ours and I love you look. Is your table 54 or 60 inch round? PS – I love everything you do.
Thank you!
I’m not sure that my previous comment went through. First of all…I love everything you have done. We are going to redo our breakfast room and I’m wondering if you will share the room measurements for your breakfast area and also, is your table 54 or 60″ round. Thank you so much!!
Your kitchen is beautiful and so inspirational for my new kitchen I am re-doing currently! Question, are your exact gold lantern pendants from Horchow? I saw them linked, just wanted to confirm. 🙂 So beautiful!
Absolutely beautiful thanks for sharing. Can you tell a little about the pantry door thanks
Hi Brenda! I am sorry I am just seeing your comment now! The door is by Metrie. It is from their Fashion Forward Collection. Thank you so much for your kind words! xo
Where are those amazing bar chairs from??
Hi Catherine, an online source is linked within my post. 🙂
Love the chandelier in the breakfast nook! Can you share the name of the chandelier? The link just takes you to the capital lighting main website.
Hi Emily! Thank you! I am sorry about that, it must be sold out there. You can find a direct link here!
So lovely! We are doing a mini kitchen makeover which mostly involves playing musical cabinets and adding a vent hood. My dream cabinet color is gray like yours but for our phase one we’re working with a darker espresso cabinet. I love the inspiration ?
Musical cabinets….. love it! We kept our original darker colors during our first phase too. Still, any kitchen updates make a difference. I bet you’ll enjoy your changes! xoxo
So pretty! How do you like those beautiful barstools? Are they comfy? Do you feel like you are constantly wiping smudges?
Thank you! We love the stools and surprisingly don’t have to constantly wipe them down. No little ones with sticky fingers though. Hope this helps!
Beautiful kitchen! I love your pantry door. Where can I find one?
Thank you so much! My new doors are by Metrie. I wrote about them in the post linked below. You can see them with handle and in additional spaces. xoxo
https://www.decorgolddesigns.com/updated-home-details/
So beautiful! We are remodeling a 100 year old house and I absolutely love your style and the tile is to-die-for! I have been looking for an alternative to basic white subway tile, something with a hint of shine, almost like mother of pearl. Just ordered a sample of this tile – THANK YOU!
One question — do you know the color name of your LG quartz countertop??
Thx again!
Hi Krishna! Thank you so much! So glad you love the tile! You can read about the quartz here https://www.decorgolddesigns.com/powder-bath-project/. They never ended up releasing our exact color, but you will see the replacement called Mica next to our quartz. Hope this helps!
Thx Jennifer! Which grout color did you use for the kitchen backsplash – avalanche or frost? Thank you!!
Your home is beyond beautiful! Love everything you design! I was looking at your kitchen model reveal and was wondering what type of seeded eucalyptus you used in the kitchen, by your stove and on your counter. Is it a hanging spray and did you use the 23 inch or 19 inch ones from the Afloral website. Also how many did you use in each vase and what size vase do you have them in? It looks beautiful the way you have designed them and I thought they would go well in my kitchen.
Thanks so much!
Hi Katie! Thank you for your kind words! I actually used real seeded eucalyptus. I also use a lot of faux florals in my home, so I link them as an option. I will try to show a faux eucalyptus arrangement soon. 🙂
Can you tell me where ypu found your pantry door. I love it and would love to cha ge mine out. Im in The Woodlands.
Hi Nancy, it is by Metrie. I worked directly with them, so I don’t have a local place for you, but I’m sure there can help you with that.