HAPPY SUNDAY EVERYONE! If you're working on a kitchen renovation or want to update your existing kitchen in any way I hope this gives you some design ideas you can implement into your space! 🏡♥ Enjoy!!
Get rid of everything that’s laying on the countertop in your kitchen too much cluttered not needed that’s why you have drawers or cabinets it just looks messy and unclean Those round bulbs were in style back in the 70s so ugly remind me of my mom’s house growing up
lovely ideas….please incorporate less expensive options so some of these images for lower budget can have some of the wonderful design images and design. You’ve shown us true beauty, but some artsy people love and need to the simplify, as will as enjoy these opulent designs. Loved your presentation!!! and thank you immensely, and thank you for the products list. SO helpful for sure🌷
Great tips! HOWEVER, I wish you’d have tips for small spaces too. For example, you can’t hide your appliances if you have a small kitchen with few cabinets.
I have a very small kitchen in a rental apartment. I love to have some appliances on display, like my coffeemachine, I made a cozy coffeecorner on an Ikea Ivar closet. You can invest in, or safe for, nice looking appliances that also can elevate your kitchen. Just try not to have unnecessary clutter on your countertop. And even in my small kitchen, I have art. It's all about balance. Choose your objects carefully.
Totally agree. Need tips for smaller, realistic kitchens. 😊 Most people watching these videos don't have kitchens like these. Those people have their own designers
Highlights: 0:23 Use long runners instead of small rugs. 1:27 Upgrade the countertop essentials like spoon rest, soap dispensers and countertop appliances. 3:02 Choose a honed finish for countertop. 3:53 Have three types of lighting: integrated, task and mood lighting. 5:24 Have two types of cabinets: long cabinets that go from backsplash to ceiling, and countertop cabinets that act as an appliance garage. 7:30 Backsplash: get a slab backsplash 8:51 Bring in decorative details into the kitchen 9:46 You can go for bold design elements in the kitchen to make a statement.
This video is like a cheat code for stylish kitchen makeovers. The design hacks are genius, and I appreciate how they keep it simple and affordable. Now I've got a bunch of ideas to turn my basic kitchen into something straight out of a magazine!
Not necessarily! You just have to keep an eye out for deals, discounts, and thrifts. It may take a little bit longer, but it’s worth it! We have completely re-done our kitchen over the past 6 months using all budget friendly products. I hope this helps :)
I agree...unless you have a plain kitchen with a fat pocketbook to upgrade. Those ceiling high cabins are so out of my budget its insane. Copper accessories? Do people know what those things cost? And good luck finding this stuff on sales and clearance on a small or tight budget. Yes you are right. The bones of these kitchens where expensive to begin with.
FYI The mats in front of stove and sink are for foot fatigue. That’s why people buy these. They make a difference for foot pain. I’d love to have something that looks better but they won’t handle the issues most people have with hardwood or tile floors.
I recommend the runners and getting good house shoes. I have adidas slippers that are sooo cushiony - you can prevent foot fatigue all the time. Game changer! Of course you can get something more fashionable than my sporty looking ones. I personally don’t have runners but I think they look nicer than two mats also. Regardless - try having good house shoes- your feet and back will thank you
Used to have ,2 long runners . Washing em every few weeks plus moving em when I had to sweep n mop SUCKED. I didn't enjoy cleaning the kitchen floors. Now have 1 fatigue mat in front of the stove. I do a LOT of cooking n use the glasstop for prep space, too. I run my dustmop effortlessly just about every nite n mopping is fast!
Wow, those were million dollar kitchens…… I will get up right now after eating my lunch and give it a try. I am not rich but I sure do love cleaning and decorating……..🌺🌼
My kitchen has a slab backsplash and I love it. It's so beautiful and so easy to keep clean because, unlike tile backsplashes, I don't have to worry about the grout lines.
I have a slab backsplash, too. Mine is quartz. I was originally going to use tile but it was actually cheaper just to continue the countertop up for the backsplash.
Thank you for this video. I will be renovating my kitchen this winter however, I disagree with the paneled dishwasher. I work for an appliance company and the panels are heavy and may cause the doors to fall, damaging the hinges. Not to mention the humidity from the dishwasher damaging the panel. I have seen it. Just some helpful information to consider. Work with your designer and cabinet maker if you are using one. Love the paneled fridge tho'.
The simple tricks and design hacks made my kitchen feel like a million bucks without spending a fortune. I'm amazed at how a few changes can make such a big difference.
10:18 The biggest problem with choosing bold finishes and colors is the cost of replacing them once the love affair with them dies. I love a soft sage green, for instance, and I absolutely LOVED the vid you made where you redesigned your family room with this gorgeous green paint. But, if I were to choose the color for the kitchen cabinets and one day get tired of the color, the work or cost involved with repainting or changing them would be astronomical.
Painting cabinets is VERY expensive when done the right way. I know, we painted ours a few years ago. I picked a timeless off white that worked with our granite counters and tile backsplash.
I'm 40 and have loved the same kitchen for 20 years. It wasn't on trend then but it is now, with lots in common with some shots in this video. I would have had to change it every 5 years had I compromised on colour and design.
I am remodeling my kitchen which has 10 ft high ceilings. I am having a library ladder installed because the cabinets will be at ceiling height and give much needed storage. Love, love this video.
If you're looking to give your kitchen a glamorous makeover without the hefty price tag, this video is a must-watch. Everything is creative and achievable and my kitchen now exudes an expensive aesthetic I never thought possible.
I have a black granite work top for a long long time and never have I had stains or marks on it. I wash and wipe it with kitchen towel every day and it looks fab as I'm sure you would have to do with the worktop you recommend. No worktop is good or great without looking after it no matter what the product is, surly it's what a person likes, not what someone tells them to get.
"Kristen, your tips for creating a luxurious kitchen on a budget are a game-changer! I especially loved your ideas for decor hacks and lighting. Can't wait to try them out in my own kitchen renovation. Thanks for sharing these invaluable design insights!"
I used 12x24 (inch) luxury vinyl flooring material as kitchen backsplash. They are super easy to cut, install, and clean. There are many pattern and color options to choose from to match your countertop or cabinets.
Us too, we have a neutral colored "wood-like" vinyl backsplash and I'll tell you, it's the best thing, doesn't show stains, super easy to clean and install (we did it ourselves)
TY TY TY!!!! I'm getting my flooring done, removing tile and that dingy grout 😮. Now I have to chose the cabinetry and backsplash. Your tips have helped me sooo much. I'm leaning towards black cabinets, black island. The floor will be a light blondish color. The marble island top and matching backsplash idea is my favorite. Oh the choices!!
This video was exactly what I needed to spruce up my kitchen! The presenter explained everything so clearly, and the ideas were really creative. I can't wait to try out these tricks and give my kitchen a high-end makeover.
Hey Kristen! I enjoyed your Kitchen Design Hacks and look forward to incorporating a few of these ideas into my current projects - two one bedroom apartment rentals (one open-concept Galley Style Kitchen, one traditional sit in with an Alcove Galley Style kitchen with beautiful crown moldings) that my clients want to fresh-up with a splash of color and Wall Murals. Stay Blessed.
Thank you. My kitchen space is quite large so a runner is too small and I cook a lot so I want all the floors to be covered. Can I use a regular washable rug?
I love my appliance garage, I’ve never heard it called that before, it’s just a space on my kitchen counter tops with a pull down roller door that keeps my jug, toaster and coffee, tea and sugar, everything I need to make my morning coffee. Loved your ideas. ❤️❤️
Yes. I’m working on a kitchen right now. I find that it’s a bit overwhelming. We talked about design yesterday. Today was lighting. Now both are getting bumped to be completed. I don’t want the kitchen to look like a mess, so I’m not sure on all these decisions. I feel like I have to figure it all out by myself. 😮 You’re very sweet for making such informative videos. ❤
I enjoyed this video so much. I started renovating my kitchen (along with my entire home) in Feb. I got beautiful new countertops which I selected from a granite warehouse. My fabricator suggested the slab splash and it is beautiful. I also bought all new appliances and made sure I bought a stove with the knows above the oven so that my slab splash gets all of the attention. Today, I got an estimate for refacing my cabinets and I requested extending them to the top of the ceiling. I love the runner and functional items on the counter. I didn't know if I wanted other items on the counters but you have shown me how to make it so appealing. Thanks!
❤ Great tips thank you Question: do you have any suggestions as to what to do to the Tops of Cabinets if it's not likely to take them all the way up to the ceiling? Thanks again 🥰
A simple diy if you can …cut a piece of ply the length of your cabinets to cover the void then trim it out in layered trim. No more cleaning up top the cabinets and a simple solution with a clean look and achieving no more eye drawn to that space shortening your wall
Hi Kristen. I have a small Apartment and very little cabinet space. Do you have examples of having Appliances out on the counter and organized in a manner that looks good?
you have great ideas!!! you are very talented!!!! i’m renovating on a very tight budget and have 4 bedrooms , 2 baths, dining room, kitchen and living room and 2 hallways!!! every single thing has to be redone!!!! omg!!!!
Ty- good content-I am in a renovation. Open floor plan between a kitchen & living room wall take down to open the two rooms up. What are the tips for a cohesive look, paint, ? Furniture? More inviting!
Kristen I love your videos!!! Could you please make one for a small office? My coworkers often ask me for helping decorating and organizing and I would love some new ideas from you! Your videos always come with wonderful new ideas.
LOVE LOVE LOVE! Thank you! This video is incredibly helpful. I want timeless, but still that WOW FACTOR! I now (finally after a year of searching ideas) know exactly what I want my kitchen renovation to look like.
Thank you Yes doing a total kitchen refresh this weekend Gray Paint from wise owl ,new antique brass hardware I have a long galley kitchen in a home over 200 yo I love your advice on the little accents that can really impact the overall look !!
Great tips! We are in the process of building a new home. Our kitchen ceiling will be 20' tall. Would you recommend putting upper cabinets in or just open shelves? We would only be able to put the cabinets so high....a lot of empty space. Suggestions?
Thanks good tips! I’m in the process of getting my kitchen renovated on a budget but I’m excited! Since I am on a budget these tips are helpful for me. What you recommend for countertops or type of flooring when on a budget? Laminate/quartz, tile or vinyl floor??
I'm surprised you didn't mention changing cabinet pulls. I recently changed mine and was shocked at the difference it made in modernizing my kitchen! I was equally shocked at how little it cost to make the change. :)
loved your video! Thank you, can you please recommend under cabinet lighting, which ones are the best, where to buy them? Also, where to find antique looking wall paper in your kitchen?
The runner and lamp in the kitchen is an American vibe. Don't see it in Australia. I imagine a runner in the kitchen will always be stained and a tripping hazard. Bold coloured kitchens are great in designer magazines which doesn't translate in a modest space. It would make a smaller kitchen too hectic.
Awesome video! Love!!! Just a quick renovation question: I have seen that open shelving is out or near out. Will the backsplash stone shelf (usually small like 3") be out soon? or is it timeless in your opinion? Thanks for your great content!!! I appreciate it.
Yes, too many rugs scattered draws the eye to see clutter. The shower one can be laid down when ever used. But a runner along one counter with 2 sinks looks clean and attractive. 2 rugs breaks up the clean long line that out lines the cabinet.
I enjoyed this video. I personally can't afford new tiles for my kitchen which I desperately want to upgrade, but I'm on a budget. Would you recommend painting tiles? It's also my own home and not a rental. Thanks for your help!
*Honed Stone and Panel Ready Appliances* . I'm a matte finish gal. Honed stone is gorgeous and forgiving. I would rather have a smaller foot-print kitchen and spend money on panel-ready appliances. The sight lines are much more appealing.
Great vlog as always Kristen. We renovated our kitchen in n 2018. Did a lot of the things you have suggested. Went for slab backsplash. So practical and easy to maintain. Handless kitchen and a matt porcelain worktop which doesn’t show any marks and is really contemporary in a thin profile. You call it panel ready but in the UK we call It integrated appliances. These look So much better and give that sleek minimal look. We mixed 3 different units for upper , lower and island and they really compliment each other and make the space look more interesting.
Thank you for you wonderful informative video. I have tried to explain people about slab/but they don’t seem to understand where I could I really look for them.? cause that’s exactly the look I want in my kitchen
Perhaps you could let them know that you are very interested in getting a seamless backsplash for your kitchen. It is an extra large slab that will be used as a full slab backsplash.
I am renovating 2 kitchens: in my primary home and in a family lake cabin. This video was so timely for me. I am in the planning process for the primary home kitchen right now, so you’ve given me lots to think about. I appreciate how you’ve covered, not just the large expensive items, but also showed ways to upgrade the kitchen without spending a lot of money. I would also love to see a video on various kitchen storage/organization options as well.
Runners are great and I use them in different parts of the house, but my kitchen is asymmetrical so with its very distinct shape, a runner would not be practical. So I bought two smaller rugs that look great in front of my sink and one in front of my stove. I think a round rug may work even better, but for now this actually works for me....
I personally, don't like back splashes of any kind. I usually "decorate" that wall area with art and rattan style hot pads and small bread baskets, sometimes I change out the baskets for a lovely piece of art. However, I did find your video helpful, I especially agree that, upper cabinets must go all the way up to the ceiling, if the budget allows.
Any advice on how to warm up a stark white kitchen, I’m in the middle of renovations and the cabinets with gold hardware were recently installed last week, I’m having a hard time picking a countertop and backsplash to warm up the space , the cabinets were painted in Chantilly white . I tried to pick out a white and grey countertop love it but not sure what to do with the backsplash. ❤
Question around floor runners...what if the space in your kitchen is a square...should you choose a rug/runner that takes up the majority of the space?
Runners are for "hallway" areas in a kitchen created by an island, or in a galley-type kitchen. In a square or U-shaped kitchen the runner idea doesn't work.
@@RachelRhodesbud which is why I’m asking do you just buy a regular rug or forgo one all together? Assuming a full sized rug doesn’t make sense because of how messy kitchen are typically.
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Currently demolishing my kitchen! I have a gally kitchen, took off the uppers and wow opened it up with my 8' ceiling. Thinking about black lower cabinets with either black countertops or a white countertop, marble look, hones can't decide. Painting the walls and ceiling white. Thinking about leaving out upper cabinets and doing the long, tall cabinet garage on the ends. What do you think?
Kristen! I found your channel while decorating my house and love all of your content. Tell Christian I say hi! He was my best friend when I lived in Richmond Hill. Small world. :)
Thank you for this video. I will be renovating my kitchen this winter however, I disagree with the paneled dishwasher. I work for an appliance company and the panels are heavy and may cause the doors to fall, damaging the hinges. Not to mention the humidity from the dishwasher damaging the panel. I have seen it. Just some helpful information to consider. Work with your designer and cabinet maker if you are using one. Love the paneled fridge tho'.
HAPPY SUNDAY EVERYONE! If you're working on a kitchen renovation or want to update your existing kitchen in any way I hope this gives you some design ideas you can implement into your space! 🏡♥ Enjoy!!
Love you ❤
Get rid of everything that’s laying on the countertop in your kitchen too much cluttered not needed that’s why you have drawers or cabinets it just looks messy and unclean
Those round bulbs were in style back in the 70s so ugly remind me of my mom’s house growing up
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lovely ideas….please incorporate less expensive options so some of these images for lower budget can have some of the wonderful design images and design. You’ve shown us true beauty, but some artsy people love and need to the simplify, as will as enjoy these opulent designs. Loved your presentation!!! and thank you immensely, and thank you for the products list. SO helpful for sure🌷
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Great tips! HOWEVER, I wish you’d have tips for small spaces too. For example, you can’t hide your appliances if you have a small kitchen with few cabinets.
I have a very small kitchen in a rental apartment. I love to have some appliances on display, like my coffeemachine, I made a cozy coffeecorner on an Ikea Ivar closet. You can invest in, or safe for, nice looking appliances that also can elevate your kitchen. Just try not to have unnecessary clutter on your countertop. And even in my small kitchen, I have art. It's all about balance. Choose your objects carefully.
I was just about to comment that these are great tips for everyone who has million dollar homes
@@gradyvandenboschI would love to see your kitchen.😊 Plz😊
Normal sized kitchens in other words. 10’ by 9’ . We dont all have these massive rooms.
Totally agree. Need tips for smaller, realistic kitchens. 😊 Most people watching these videos don't have kitchens like these. Those people have their own designers
Highlights:
0:23 Use long runners instead of small rugs.
1:27 Upgrade the countertop essentials like spoon rest, soap dispensers and countertop appliances.
3:02 Choose a honed finish for countertop.
3:53 Have three types of lighting: integrated, task and mood lighting.
5:24 Have two types of cabinets: long cabinets that go from backsplash to ceiling, and countertop cabinets that act as an appliance garage.
7:30 Backsplash: get a slab backsplash
8:51 Bring in decorative details into the kitchen
9:46 You can go for bold design elements in the kitchen to make a statement.
You the goat. 🫰🏻
Thank you
Thank you!
Thnks
How do u make a runner comfortable to stand on for a long period of time 🤔🤔
All these kitchens shown here had fantastic vent hoods. That is another "KEY" element.
This video is like a cheat code for stylish kitchen makeovers. The design hacks are genius, and I appreciate how they keep it simple and affordable. Now I've got a bunch of ideas to turn my basic kitchen into something straight out of a magazine!
A kitchen like that you describe is expensive so It Will look expensive because it is in fact expensive.
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Not necessarily! You just have to keep an eye out for deals, discounts, and thrifts. It may take a little bit longer, but it’s worth it! We have completely re-done our kitchen over the past 6 months using all budget friendly products. I hope this helps :)
EXACTLY!!!!
I agree...unless you have a plain kitchen with a fat pocketbook to upgrade. Those ceiling high cabins are so out of my budget its insane. Copper accessories? Do people know what those things cost? And good luck finding this stuff on sales and clearance on a small or tight budget. Yes you are right. The bones of these kitchens where expensive to begin with.
Honed finished, slab backsplash, and I still love open shelving, and touches of gold, favourite vases, faux flowers, cuttingboards and trays.
If you actually cook and use your kitchen how do you like open shelving?
I can’t wait to buy my first home soon. My kitchen will be a work of art for sure. 👌🏾♥️
Buying in times of high interest rates is idiotic. Good way to waste a lot of money.
@lucybraun8969 This is what you do with your life, telling strangers how they should spend their money? You don't even know where she lives...
@@grayowl167 It's irrelevant where she lives. The prime interest rate is country-wide. Shows how little you know about home ownership.
@@lucybraun8969wow! You sure are a very rude person, yikes!
@@lucybraun8969not everyone buys on mortgage
FYI The mats in front of stove and sink are for foot fatigue. That’s why people buy these. They make a difference for foot pain. I’d love to have something that looks better but they won’t handle the issues most people have with hardwood or tile floors.
Exactly! We have tile floors, hard on back and feet. Mats are for standing while doing dishes or cooking. Runner isn’t helpful.
a good thick house shoe works wonders for me in foot fatigue
I recommend the runners and getting good house shoes. I have adidas slippers that are sooo cushiony - you can prevent foot fatigue all the time. Game changer! Of course you can get something more fashionable than my sporty looking ones. I personally don’t have runners but I think they look nicer than two mats also. Regardless - try having good house shoes- your feet and back will thank you
They're ugly
Used to have ,2 long runners . Washing em every few weeks plus moving em when I had to sweep n mop SUCKED. I didn't enjoy cleaning the kitchen floors. Now have 1 fatigue mat in front of the stove. I do a LOT of cooking n use the glasstop for prep space, too. I run my dustmop effortlessly just about every nite n mopping is fast!
Wow, those were million dollar kitchens…… I will get up right now after eating my lunch and give it a try. I am not rich but I sure do love cleaning and decorating……..🌺🌼
I love the idea of the runner and appliance garage..perfect!
Love how you point out the small details that actually finish the mood of room. Thank you.
My kitchen has a slab backsplash and I love it. It's so beautiful and so easy to keep clean because, unlike tile backsplashes, I don't have to worry about the grout lines.
I have a slab backsplash, too. Mine is quartz. I was originally going to use tile but it was actually cheaper just to continue the countertop up for the backsplash.
@@mavisjones4750oohh, this is good to know!
Thank you for this video. I will be renovating my kitchen this winter however, I disagree with the paneled dishwasher. I work for an appliance company and the panels are heavy and may cause the doors to fall, damaging the hinges. Not to mention the humidity from the dishwasher damaging the panel. I have seen it. Just some helpful information to consider. Work with your designer and cabinet maker if you are using one. Love the paneled fridge tho'.
yep, a lot of times what's "popular" on all the shows and trending in society isn't even functional, sadly.
Step 1. Have an expensive kitchen
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Genau, deshalb bin ich beim zweiten Läufer schon raus☹
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Same!💁🏽♀️
The simple tricks and design hacks made my kitchen feel like a million bucks without spending a fortune. I'm amazed at how a few changes can make such a big difference.
My kitchen is really small in my townhouse. I really still like to watch to get the most bang out of it!
10:18 The biggest problem with choosing bold finishes and colors is the cost of replacing them once the love affair with them dies. I love a soft sage green, for instance, and I absolutely LOVED the vid you made where you redesigned your family room with this gorgeous green paint. But, if I were to choose the color for the kitchen cabinets and one day get tired of the color, the work or cost involved with repainting or changing them would be astronomical.
Not painting, yes replacing
I love sage green too, I painted my cabinets October Mist by BM, and the love affair is still not over
Painting cabinets is VERY expensive when done the right way. I know, we painted ours a few years ago. I picked a timeless off white that worked with our granite counters and tile backsplash.
I'm 40 and have loved the same kitchen for 20 years. It wasn't on trend then but it is now, with lots in common with some shots in this video. I would have had to change it every 5 years had I compromised on colour and design.
I am remodeling my kitchen which has 10 ft high ceilings. I am having a library ladder installed because the cabinets will be at ceiling height and give much needed storage. Love, love this video.
You have the best decorating videos! These are my favorite ones, the ones with general decorating tips. They're very helpful.
had to smile at the photo of the gorgeous copper Kitchen Aid on the upper shelf above the stove, have you ever tried lifting those ?
I thought the same thing!
Dangerous!
They made those for people who can bench press 200lbs!! 😂
Let the maid get it. These kitchens are the size of my entire apartment.
The lighting tip is gold!
If you're looking to give your kitchen a glamorous makeover without the hefty price tag, this video is a must-watch. Everything is creative and achievable and my kitchen now exudes an expensive aesthetic I never thought possible.
I can't wait to try out these tricks to give my kitchen a luxe makeover on a budget.
I have a black granite work top for a long long time and never have I had stains or marks on it. I wash and wipe it with kitchen towel every day and it looks fab as I'm sure you would have to do with the worktop you recommend. No worktop is good or great without looking after it no matter what the product is, surly it's what a person likes, not what someone tells them to get.
OMG LOVE LOVE LOVE all the tips here!!! Gorgeous kitchen pics for inspo too! Thank you Kristen!
Did i mention I love Love LOVE your excellent tips and ideas! my kitchen isn't that big but your video helps my thought proces. A LOT !
I love the fatigue mats! Maybe I'll just put the runners over them! I do allot of cooking and baking.
"Kristen, your tips for creating a luxurious kitchen on a budget are a game-changer! I especially loved your ideas for decor hacks and lighting. Can't wait to try them out in my own kitchen renovation. Thanks for sharing these invaluable design insights!"
So funny! I got dish soap in a foaming type and couldn’t off pour it into my decorative dispenser-so I pulled off the label!
I used 12x24 (inch) luxury vinyl flooring material as kitchen backsplash. They are super easy to cut, install, and clean. There are many pattern and color options to choose from to match your countertop or cabinets.
Oooooh, that's so smart!
Us too, we have a neutral colored "wood-like" vinyl backsplash and I'll tell you, it's the best thing, doesn't show stains, super easy to clean and install (we did it ourselves)
TY TY TY!!!!
I'm getting my flooring done, removing tile and that dingy grout 😮. Now I have to chose the cabinetry and backsplash. Your tips have helped me sooo much. I'm leaning towards black cabinets, black island. The floor will be a light blondish color. The marble island top and matching backsplash idea is my favorite. Oh the choices!!
Oh no😢
I love many of your suggestions. I am trying to redecorate my rental kitchen, so I will have to spend wisely
This video was exactly what I needed to spruce up my kitchen! The presenter explained everything so clearly, and the ideas were really creative. I can't wait to try out these tricks and give my kitchen a high-end makeover.
Hey Kristen! I enjoyed your Kitchen Design Hacks and look forward to incorporating a few of these ideas into my current projects - two one bedroom apartment rentals (one open-concept Galley Style Kitchen, one traditional sit in with an Alcove Galley Style kitchen with beautiful crown moldings) that my clients want to fresh-up with a splash of color and Wall Murals. Stay Blessed.
Wow this is really timeless - I agree
Thank you. My kitchen space is quite large so a runner is too small and I cook a lot so I want all the floors to be covered. Can I use a regular washable rug?
I love my appliance garage, I’ve never heard it called that before, it’s just a space on my kitchen counter tops with a pull down roller door that keeps my jug, toaster and coffee, tea and sugar, everything I need to make my morning coffee. Loved your ideas. ❤️❤️
Yes! We're building a new house. Love these ideas.
Love the long floor runner idea, it really does look more high end than a mish mash of little mats! Great tips! 👍
True, about to jump on this one!
I’m looking for the suggestions for washable kitchen runners. 11:05
@@lindaegan2296 i recently bought a long runner for my kitchen. Search 'outdoor rugs' and you will find lots of them.
@@lindaegan2296did you get a chance to look at her suggestions in the description ?
I don’t have any “aisles” in my kitchen, it’s just a box with an angled peninsula which houses my sink and dishwasher, so I need a different solution.
Yes. I’m working on a kitchen right now. I find that it’s a bit overwhelming. We talked about design yesterday. Today was lighting. Now both are getting bumped to be completed. I don’t want the kitchen to look like a mess, so I’m not sure on all these decisions. I feel like I have to figure it all out by myself. 😮 You’re very sweet for making such informative videos. ❤
I enjoyed this video so much. I started renovating my kitchen (along with my entire home) in Feb. I got beautiful new countertops which I selected from a granite warehouse. My fabricator suggested the slab splash and it is beautiful. I also bought all new appliances and made sure I bought a stove with the knows above the oven so that my slab splash gets all of the attention. Today, I got an estimate for refacing my cabinets and I requested extending them to the top of the ceiling.
I love the runner and functional items on the counter. I didn't know if I wanted other items on the counters but you have shown me how to make it so appealing. Thanks!
❤ Great tips thank you
Question: do you have any suggestions as to what to do to the Tops of Cabinets if it's not likely to take them all the way up to the ceiling? Thanks again 🥰
A simple diy if you can …cut a piece of ply the length of your cabinets to cover the void then trim it out in layered trim. No more cleaning up top the cabinets and a simple solution with a clean look and achieving no more eye drawn to that space shortening your wall
Hi Kristen. I have a small Apartment and very little cabinet space. Do you have examples of having Appliances out on the counter and organized in a manner that looks good?
you have great ideas!!! you are very talented!!!! i’m renovating on a very tight budget and have 4 bedrooms , 2 baths, dining room, kitchen and living room and 2 hallways!!! every single thing has to be redone!!!! omg!!!!
You have fantastic, logical reasons for every suggestion. Great job!
Ty- good content-I am in a renovation. Open floor plan between a kitchen & living room wall take down to open the two rooms up. What are the tips for a cohesive look, paint, ? Furniture? More inviting!
Kristen I love your videos!!! Could you please make one for a small office? My coworkers often ask me for helping decorating and organizing and I would love some new ideas from you! Your videos always come with wonderful new ideas.
I look forward to your videos every Sunday!
LOVE LOVE LOVE! Thank you! This video is incredibly helpful. I want timeless, but still that WOW FACTOR! I now (finally after a year of searching ideas) know exactly what I want my kitchen renovation to look like.
Kristen, cabinets to the ceiling certainly is a strong trend...especially for 9'-12' high ceilings. Thanks for the video.
Thank you, Kristen. Those kitchen look amazing.
Thank you Yes doing a total kitchen refresh this weekend Gray Paint from wise owl ,new antique brass hardware I have a long galley kitchen in a home over 200 yo I love your advice on the little accents that can really impact the overall look !!
Great tips! We are in the process of building a new home. Our kitchen ceiling will be 20' tall. Would you recommend putting upper cabinets in or just open shelves? We would only be able to put the cabinets so high....a lot of empty space. Suggestions?
Thanks good tips! I’m in the process of getting my kitchen renovated on a budget but I’m excited! Since I am on a budget these tips are helpful for me. What you recommend for countertops or type of flooring when on a budget? Laminate/quartz, tile or vinyl floor??
Kristen, some terrific ideas, and beautiful kitchen photos. I'm doing a 20 year re-do, and you've been very helpful.
Also I love the ideas that you have shared so far. Thank you!
I'm surprised you didn't mention changing cabinet pulls. I recently changed mine and was shocked at the difference it made in modernizing my kitchen! I was equally shocked at how little it cost to make the change. :)
Same here. It's literally the first change I made as I was moving in.
Hi, I'm an Interior Decorator myself, the lightning tip you gave was definitely the tip for me. Loved your whole video.
I will be renovating our kitchen within the next 3 months, I love your style.
Lately I've been eliminating everything on my counters that I can.
Also, the runner can really pull the room together.
loved your video! Thank you, can you please recommend under cabinet lighting, which ones are the best, where to buy them? Also, where to find antique looking wall paper in your kitchen?
Wow this was excellent. Great tips and beautiful kitchens.
You really have great ID style. Very classy suggestions!! Thank you.❤
So many gorgeous kitchens. I liked your tip for the counter top. I was wondering if you go with a tiled backsplash should the tiles be shiny or matte?
My fear with the tiles is the grout discolouration. How does one conceal this?
Thanks for the tip on the honed countertop!
Agree on everything but the Slab splash. Classy tile or possibly a metal.
So thankful for your video this Sunday !
Thank you so much for watching!!
Thanks for sharing Kristen🌺….great tips👍🏽👏🏽💕
The runner and lamp in the kitchen is an American vibe. Don't see it in Australia.
I imagine a runner in the kitchen will always be stained and a tripping hazard.
Bold coloured kitchens are great in designer magazines which doesn't translate in a modest space. It would make a smaller kitchen too hectic.
Decoration doesn’t make a kitchen look expensive it’s the design itself, the quality of the materials and keep it clean ALWAYS
Awesome video! Love!!! Just a quick renovation question: I have seen that open shelving is out or near out. Will the backsplash stone shelf (usually small like 3") be out soon? or is it timeless in your opinion? Thanks for your great content!!! I appreciate it.
Old question but worth a shot. Whats the most effective way to clean backsplash grout?
Fantastic and affordable tips - thank you for sharing your expertise with us!
Great tips, I agree with you about the honed finish when in comes to island .
I appreciate your tips on kitchen renovations. We are in the process of getting estimates for our kitchen remodel and will definitely use your tips!
I am working on a kitchen renovation. Thank you for the tips.
Thank you Kristen. Would you also suggest the rug idea in the bathroom? We have 1 at each sink and another at the shower. Thanks.
Yes, too many rugs scattered draws the eye to see clutter. The shower one can be laid down when ever used. But a runner along one counter with 2 sinks looks clean and attractive. 2 rugs breaks up the clean long line that out lines the cabinet.
Thank you so much! This video has helped me so much with planning out my kitchen.
I enjoyed this video. I personally can't afford new tiles for my kitchen which I desperately want to upgrade, but I'm on a budget. Would you recommend painting tiles? It's also my own home and not a rental. Thanks for your help!
*Honed Stone and Panel Ready Appliances* . I'm a matte finish gal. Honed stone is gorgeous and forgiving. I would rather have a smaller foot-print kitchen and spend money on panel-ready appliances. The sight lines are much more appealing.
hello!! you always have such great advice!!!! i loves watching your videos
Love your videos!! Just found you. Where did you get the beautiful oil decanter, the one with the round glass base? And other decanters? Thank you.
Great vlog as always Kristen. We renovated our kitchen in n 2018. Did a lot of the things you have suggested. Went for slab backsplash. So practical and easy to maintain. Handless kitchen and a matt porcelain worktop which doesn’t show any marks and is really contemporary in a thin profile. You call it panel ready but in the UK we call
It integrated appliances. These look
So much better and give that sleek minimal look. We mixed 3 different units for upper , lower and island and they really compliment each other and make the space look more interesting.
Hi, How do you feel about Gloss vs Flat (Matt) tile floors in a kitchen? Thank you, Pat
These are great tips for ANY kitchen! Thank you!!
Hi Kristen! Great tips! Can you share the blender and toaster combo? Love the white
Thank you for you wonderful informative video. I have tried to explain people about slab/but they don’t seem to understand where I could I really look for them.? cause that’s exactly the look I want in my kitchen
Perhaps you could let them know that you are very interested in getting a seamless backsplash for your kitchen. It is an extra large slab that will be used as a full slab backsplash.
I am renovating 2 kitchens: in my primary home and in a family lake cabin. This video was so timely for me. I am in the planning process for the primary home kitchen right now, so you’ve given me lots to think about. I appreciate how you’ve covered, not just the large expensive items, but also showed ways to upgrade the kitchen without spending a lot of money. I would also love to see a video on various kitchen storage/organization options as well.
Runners are great and I use them in different parts of the house, but my kitchen is asymmetrical so with its very distinct shape, a runner would not be practical. So I bought two smaller rugs that look great in front of my sink and one in front of my stove. I think a round rug may work even better, but for now this actually works for me....
I personally, don't like back splashes of any kind. I usually "decorate" that wall area with art and rattan style hot pads and small bread baskets, sometimes I change out the baskets for a lovely piece of art. However, I did find your video helpful, I especially agree that, upper cabinets must go all the way up to the ceiling, if the budget allows.
Any advice on how to warm up a stark white kitchen, I’m in the middle of renovations and the cabinets with gold hardware were recently installed last week, I’m having a hard time picking a countertop and backsplash to warm up the space , the cabinets were painted in Chantilly white . I tried to pick out a white and grey countertop love it but not sure what to do with the backsplash. ❤
Question around floor runners...what if the space in your kitchen is a square...should you choose a rug/runner that takes up the majority of the space?
Runners are for "hallway" areas in a kitchen created by an island, or in a galley-type kitchen. In a square or U-shaped kitchen the runner idea doesn't work.
@@RachelRhodesbud which is why I’m asking do you just buy a regular rug or forgo one all together? Assuming a full sized rug doesn’t make sense because of how messy kitchen are typically.
Currently demolishing my kitchen! I have a gally kitchen, took off the uppers and wow opened it up with my 8' ceiling. Thinking about black lower cabinets with either black countertops or a white countertop, marble look, hones can't decide. Painting the walls and ceiling white. Thinking about leaving out upper cabinets and doing the long, tall cabinet garage on the ends. What do you think?
I just love this channel. Alot of good info. Thank you
Kristen! I found your channel while decorating my house and love all of your content. Tell Christian I say hi! He was my best friend when I lived in Richmond Hill. Small world. :)
Omg yay!? I did every single tip on this list already!!
Can you do a video on how to decorate a small apartment? 1,000 sq ft to be exact 🎉💕
Thank you for this video. I will be renovating my kitchen this winter however, I disagree with the paneled dishwasher. I work for an appliance company and the panels are heavy and may cause the doors to fall, damaging the hinges. Not to mention the humidity from the dishwasher damaging the panel. I have seen it. Just some helpful information to consider. Work with your designer and cabinet maker if you are using one. Love the paneled fridge tho'.
Kristen! You are so awesome 👌