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After: Modernized Cottage

To stay within budget and save money, the old cabinets were repurposed with new doors, white paint and brushed-nickel hardware. The navy-blue tile backsplash serves as a stunning contrast against the cabinets and walls. The 70s-style laminate flooring was replaced with sustainable cork-plank flooring. Plus, no kitchen is complete without state-of-the-art stainless steel appliances.