Ah, the teenage years. If you have one or more of those curious creatures in your house, nothing more need be said. But we do have good news. A teenage kitchen is a nice age for a refresh opportunity as long as the cabinets and appliances are in good shape. A typical refresh includes painting the cabinetry, replacing countertops and backsplash, new hardware, new lighting, and fresh paint.

New quartzite countertops and matte black hardware are paired with the new backsplash in this kitchen. We replaced the old double-bowl sink with a new single-bowl sink for easy cleaning of pans, cutting boards, and cookie sheets.

Keeping the inconvenience factor low matters. Also, the investment in a refresh is much more budget-friendly than gutting a kitchen because new appliances and cabinetry represent a major portion of the total cost.

The original version of the kitchen featured a range of brown and creamy colors typical of 2007. All doors and drawer fronts were removed and sprayed offsite before being replaced.

We’re not experts on teenagers (yet), but we do have a few good ideas for teenage kitchens. This client’s kitchen is an example of what can be accomplished in about three weeks when good quality cabinetry and appliances are already in place. We’re delighted to know that our clients are enjoying their kitchen refresh every day!