Kitchen Remodel 19
Kitchen Remodel in the North End
This Kitchen won a first place award in NARI’s photo competition. The former Kitchen in this North End home had not been updated for decades. Due to size constraints and bearing wall placement, the Kitchen remodel was contained within the existing footprint of the former Kitchen. Relocating appliances and moving the sink location was simply not an option, although we were able to slide the dishwasher 24″ to create more space at the sink. The goal was to complete the remodel without affecting the walls, but upon removal of the backsplash and cabinets, it was discovered that the walls contained absolutely no insulation.
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After the Kitchen remodel. We refinished the existing fir flooring (typical floor for this era of home), but updated everything else in the space. Replacing the door and windows will come at a later date. Before the Kitchen remodel, the dishwasher was crowded up against the sink cabinet, making it impossible to stand at the sink while loading the dishwasher.
During - removing the cabinetry. During - there was no insulation in the exterior walls behind the lathe & plaster finish, typical for this era of home.
During - removing the cabinetry. During - there was no insulation in the exterior walls behind the lathe & plaster finish, typical for this era of home. During - Lath & plaster removed, insulation installed. Existing flooring is protected.
After - looking towards the range. Before - the range was not 'anchored' by a cabinet on the left side facing the rear yard. During - looking at the range area; note the temporary wall with door to keep the home private, and protect the owner's pets.
Another view.
These older homes can typically be full of surprises. The older they are, the more past do-it-yourself homeowner projects have been completed, and it can be shocking what we find on demolition (topic for a future blog post). Be thankful for relevant building codes and quality inspectors!
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