Cabin Kitchen Update and Remodel Ideas
This Colorado cabin was purchased because it had an incredible view. That's about all it had.



The outside was plain beyond words, and the inside was basically a nightmare. The couple who built the cabin 35 years ago rarely went there because the wife refused to go. Do you suppose it was because of the kitchen?

Cabin Kitchen Before

What Happened in this Room?

• The entire room was gutted to allow for a different configuration

• Refrigerator was moved to the north wall where it was out of the way of the view and where it can provide an endpoint for the new cabinets

• The microwave was moved out of the hallway and mounted on the wall

• A U-shaped configuration is one of the most functional, particularly in a small kitchen because you have one continuous surface (sink, to stove, to refrigerator)

• When you have a gorgeous view, you don't necessarily want fancy finishes competing with it. Inexpensive, unfinished oak cabinets were pickled (a sheer white stain) and varnished. Less contrast in finishes makes a small space feel bigger

• A dishwasher was added for luxury and convenience

• A glass stove top/oven combo provides more counter space than a gas range and is more energy efficient

• Marble tile makes a gorgeous and inexpensive counter top

• New brushed nickel goose neck faucet is pretty and functional

• A pot rack, magnetic knife holder and magnetic wall mounted spice rack provide much needed storage space

• And a brand new window over the sink lets you enjoy the spectacular view, plus the occasional deer, moose, bob cat, mountain lion...

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