Coolidge Kitchen
Overview
This kitchen remodel was completed as a resale refresh, focused on creating a clean, classic look that would appeal to a wide range of buyers. The existing kitchen had dark brown recessed-panel cabinets and dated 1960s tile finishes.
Project Goals
- Update the kitchen with a brighter, Cape Cod–inspired style
- Replace outdated surfaces with fresh, neutral finishes
- Create a modern look that would photograph well and support resale value
Design and Implementation
Layout / Structural Changes
No layout changes were included. The project focused on surface upgrades and cabinet transformation.
Materials and Finishes
- Cabinet update: Added beadboard-style inserts to the cabinet doors and painted the cabinets white for a Cape Cod look
- Countertops: Replaced old tile with quartz countertops, using a mitered edge to create a thicker 2.5-inch front edge
- Backsplash: Neutral 3×6 subway tile chosen for broad resale appeal
- Walls: Neutral paint color to keep the space bright and versatile
- Flooring: New vinyl plank flooring installed throughout the house
Key Elements
- White beadboard-style cabinets for a coastal, clean look
- Thick-edge quartz countertop detail for a more current finish
- Neutral finishes throughout to appeal to buyers
Challenges
- Removing the existing 1960s tile with brown grout and bringing the kitchen up to date while keeping the selections simple and buyer-friendly.
Outcome
The Coolidge kitchen was transformed into a bright, neutral, Cape Cod–inspired space designed to attract buyers. The cabinet refresh, updated quartz countertops, and neutral finishes modernized the entire room and supported the home’s resale goals. (Dining table and background items shown in photos were staging only.)
Ready To Start
Your Next Project?