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This is our now kitchen before we redo the decidedly retro/70's look. This puppy is around 400 sq. ft. of room. What you cannot see in this shot are the windows facing a magnificent view of our regal Mt. Rainier and the Cascade foothills and range. Also not pictured is a brick fireplace with a wood stove insert. What you also can't see are four pantry doors next to the refrigerator (you see part of one) and a large space to the right in front of the windows which will accommodate a big or small table. The kitchen will be transformed and repainted but will keep the same format. The island will be raised – it's very low. The cooktop will be eliminated (it's a grill of some sort) and the right side (facing it) will be extended for stool seating. And the pot rack is already gone. New cabinetry, floor, a different dishwasher (this one screeches when it opens and leaks slightly), and countertops.

It's all hard to believe for us. And to say we're so thankful is a disgraceful understatement. No words.

 

Father, all this is made possible by you and you alone. You did this. We're in awe of all you've done for us. As always, we're desperate for you. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.

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7 responses to “The “before” . . .”

  1. Mlfellin@msn.com Avatar
    Mlfellin@msn.com

    Can’t wait to see the finished product! Sounds like wonderful to Fabulous!

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  2. Brenda Jackson Avatar
    Brenda Jackson

    What a wonderful footprint you have to work with. Looks nice and I know you’ll be so pleased with it when you’re done. YEAH!

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  3. Brenda Jackson Avatar
    Brenda Jackson

    P.S. I like the beams.

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  4. Brenda S Anderson Avatar

    What a wonderfully big space! I can’t wait to see its transformation! Now I understand all the kitchen pics. 🙂

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  5. Nicole Petrino-Salter Avatar

    We’re excited needless to say. Never been able to do something so grand. The kitchen pics kind of evolved after we started house shopping. Then it became a way to see different looks. Our new kitchen will be the same but different and it will be those choices I got to select. Amazing what the Lord has done. The room itself is fabulous.
    There are other beams throughout this house, Brenda J. Some rustic, rough cut cedar. There are a few walls with rough cut cedar planks. Very cool. 😉

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  6. Debra Avatar
    Debra

    So glad you’re keeping the layout – it’s perfect – and you know how picky I am about layouts 🙂 There is so much counter space and cabinet space, and then to get four pantries – wow! When it’s all done, be sure and let us see all the other views!

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  7. Nicole Petrino-Salter Avatar

    I know, Deb! After my former kitchen with a total of five (!) drawers and not enough cupboards, I just love the space and plentiful cabinets.

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