walnut countertops

Following a Kitchen Remodel - Down the Home Stretch

This post encompasses weeks 7-9 of the remodel process for this particular project.  To recap: we decided to completely relocate the kitchen from one part of the house to another.  We moved it from a smaller space that was directly located next to the garage down to a much larger space - which was previously a living room.  In addition to this - we've refinished all the flooring, redone the fireplace, and are also updating a small powder room.  

Last week was really exciting!  Our countertops and appliances were installed in the same day.   It was quite a transformation and we certainly have to tip our cap to the general contractor who orchestrated all the trades working in one space together.  

Below are some photos of custom 2" thick black walnut countertops that we had made locally here in Denver.  These pieces are truly a work of art.  Picture of the installation is down near the bottom of this post...

Our final post following this project will most likely not happen for a few weeks.  Our general contractor is taking a much needed vacation and will be back in two weeks after a trip to Australia to finish up the last few details of this project.  

Here is a shot of a custom 2" thick solid black walnut countertop that our local craftsman made for us.  It's now installed as a "swing off" on the island.  Picture below...

A close up shot of a "live edge" piece of walnut that will be installed as the powder room vanity top.  

The kitchen is nearing completion.  Next up: white backpainted tempered glass backsplash (large panels), appliance paneling, plumbing and electrical trim...