An Architect's DIY Kitchen Makeover - Before and After

Mixing high and low finishes in our simple modern kitchen renovation we created a refined, luxe style on a modest budget. In part two of this two part series, we set to work removing the existing finishes in our kitchen and begin the makeover process.
For the before and after photos, resources, links and details:

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00:00 Why DIY?
00:36 Design Inspirations
00:50 Before Demolition
01:06 An Inexpensive Backsplash
02:26 Wall Shelves, Again?
03:05 Decluttering + Organizing
03:58 Refacing IKEA Cabinetry
04:55 Cabinet Accessories
05:18 Toekick "trick"
05:42 Clever Backsplash Detail + Tray
07:20 Refinishing Butcherblock
08:22 Why We Changed Course...
08:51 Soapstone Costs
10:02 Lighting
10:31 Lighting Fail
11:18 Pendant #2
12:14 New Plumbing Fixtures
12:49 New Appliances
13:56 Nice-to-haves
14:17 Before and After
15:05 Kitchen at Work

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[Righteoushealer]

As a carpentery-based general contractor, I REALLY appreciate the architect who takes the time to appreciate what goes into DIY. Too many designs we encounter that can "look" fantastic on paper, but completely impractical when it comes to the execution of it.

[snacksct]

This is how every video on this platform should be. Perfectly narrated, explained, and shot well. Really great job on this video and the kitchen!

[Shams]

Now that's the video I've been waiting for for over half a year now and it came out gorgeous.
Great videography, edit and great result.
Thanks for making such pleasant videos

[zlatan_]

I was waiting for this for a long time, and It was very much worth it. Great project, amazing result and beautiful camera work! I will be coming back to this video many times for sure.

[Mads]

It is THE MOST satisfying to see a stove range sit perfectly in line with the countertop. So many people just can’t get that right. Even in high end rentals with great renovations I’ve lived in, it’s never level together and it drives me bonkers.

[NinaThoren]

Amazing seeing how your ideas were made a reality and I really like you approach with a museum/restaurant interior style with keeping it clean and giving it that dramatic effect which I feel is very fitting for your house

[NaeDeen]

I studied drafting in high school, architecture in college, then decided it wasn't for me and I went to law school instead. I wouldn't change a thing. Architecture & interior has remained a passion throughout the years. Thank you for sharing this--it is beautiful, sleek, & a reminder of why it's important to design a space that is reflective of who a person is. This is pretty badass! :)

[nebojsaveljanovski]

I've been following you for several years now and I am always amazed at how fluid your videos are. It shows good preparation and respect for your audience. Well done! As for the project itself, I learned something new (as always actually when watching your videos). Keep it up!

[Swirlingovercoffee]

Part of me wanted the video to go on and on. So satisfying. This is a study in capturing and preserving highlights. I'm "bookmarking" this video for a future, budget-armed me.

[susanr]

This is the best video and narrative I have ever seen regarding designing a kitchen that truly suits the people who use it! I have an excellent clan that includes top-notch plumbers, woodworkers, designers and all the knowledge that goes with it and I have the sense to listen to them. I have also been through three kitchen remodels and I am doing a mini-remodel of my little kitchen quite soon. I so enjoyed this! Thank you very much.

[fabioalmeidajou]

Man I like your style, please come back, I need tons of people like you doing content! The detail in the process of thinking, amazing 👌

[catsarepreciouslittlebeans]

i love how you don't need a flood of light in the kitchen to do your tasks! The lighting really makes a difference!

[HockeyPurist]

TY for taking the time to share your remodel. Already have the wife watching!

[PC_]

Definitely love the idea of refacing the Ikea cabinets. What a great way to refresh the kitchen. I also agreed on switching the butcher block countertops in the sink area to stone. Looks amazing.

[AustinDo]

What a dream of a kitchen this is! Everything is so sleek, beautiful, highly functional and customized. Being able to say that you designed and DIYed the whole kitchen is such a flex too! This is the most fun video of your channel by far, sooo worth the long wait.

[ARSHM]

You are my soulmate! So many similarities.... The silliest one is that we even use the same brand of dish detergent.... Great job!

[vaporrift]

Many of the things here I would not have done myself but your logic behind the style made so much sense to me at the same time.

[Kliban]

WOW! Absolutely beautiful. Thank you so much for showing us your decision problems and solution saves. Excellent work and design!

[franceme]

Absolutely gorgeous and sooo super smart … Brilliant architect with a focus to execute his very own DIY projects with just a flair and a pallet that looks a million bucks :)

[douglasyong]

Back splash, lighting, countertop .. so much thought and philosophy, hence the amazing results