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Is Your Kitchen Layout Working Against You?

Is Your Kitchen Layout Working Against You?

Most homeowners don’t start thinking about remodeling their kitchen because of one single issue. It’s usually a combination of things that just don’t feel quite right. Maybe the space feels cramped. Maybe you’re constantly working around obstacles. Maybe there never seems to be enough storage, or the layout just doesn’t make sense for how you actually use the kitchen. Over time, those small frustrations add up. The good news is that many of these issues come down to layout—and with the right plan, they can often be improved in a meaningful way. Are You Constantly Working Around the Space? [...]

Kitchen Concepts NW LLC2026-05-10T10:40:42+00:00May 7, 2026|Before-and-afters, News|

Opening Up the Space: Custom Maple Cabinets

Opening Up the Space: Custom Maple Cabinets

One of the most impactful changes you can make in a kitchen remodel is improving how the space flows and connects to the rest of the home. For this Northeast Portland project, the goal was to create a more open, functional kitchen while updating the overall look with durable materials and thoughtful storage solutions. Creating a More Open, Connected Kitchen A key part of this remodel was opening up the existing peninsula to better connect the kitchen with the dining area. This kind of change can make a big difference in how a kitchen feels and functions. By improving sightlines [...]

Kitchen Concepts NW LLC2026-05-10T10:41:22+00:00April 17, 2026|Before-and-afters, Less than $30,000, Maple Kitchens|

Kitchen and Bath Transformation in Vancouver

Kitchen and Bath Transformation in Vancouver

A Clean, Contemporary Kitchen & Bath Remodel in Vancouver, Washington. Every project is a little different, but some stand out for how well everything comes together—design, materials, and function. This recent kitchen and bathroom remodel for the Pohl family is a great example of a clean, modern look paired with thoughtful craftsmanship and practical design choices. A Modern Kitchen with a Warm Feel For this project, the goal was a more contemporary kitchen that still felt comfortable and livable day to day. We used custom cherry cabinetry with a flat-panel door style to create a clean, streamlined look. The European [...]

Kitchen Concepts NW LLC2026-04-08T15:29:14+00:00April 2, 2026|Bathrooms and Closets, Before-and-afters, Cherry Kitchens, Testimonials|

Mueller Remodel

Mueller Remodel

The Mueller remodel pairs timeless design with rich, natural detail. Custom solid black walnut shaker-style cabinets bring warmth and depth to the space, beautifully complemented by sleek quartz countertops. Every cabinet is crafted with all-plywood construction, dovetail drawers, and full-extension soft-close guides — a perfect blend of durability and refinement. Even the doors feature soft-close hinges for a quiet, seamless finish. The Black Walnut was a Natural Satin The counter tops are “Quartz” MSI Brand Calacatta Arno The Appliance Garage has a (lift up) door The wall cabinets are 36” high and have a “Shaker Crown” above To the [...]

Mindy Schmidt2025-11-14T20:30:18+00:00November 3, 2025|Before-and-afters, Less than $70,000, Walnut Kitchens|

Tupper Remodel

Tupper Remodel

Let the Tupper Remodel in Oregon City, inspire your next project. This beautifully updated space blends timeless style with smart, functional storage. Quartz countertops and the cabinets are all plywood construction and stained maple wood. Shaker door style - modified overlay, with dovetailed drawers and full extension soft close drawer guides. The doors are soft close too. The Stain is Sahara on Maple. The counter top is Quartz, Della Terra Brand, Sonata color with a under mount stainless sink. The ceilings are 95” the cabs go to the ceiling with a 2 step crown molding to give a real elegant look. The [...]

Kitchen Concepts NW LLC2025-07-14T11:24:08+00:00June 3, 2025|Before-and-afters, Less than $25,000, Maple Cabinetry, Maple Kitchens|

Pierce Remodel

Pierce Remodel

Gorgeous Kitchen Remodel in SE Portland Oregon Cherry raised panel cabinets The cabinets are all plywood construction with raised panel cherry doors, Mount Vernon door style with modified overlay. Dovetailed drawers and full extension soft close drawer guides. The doors are soft close too! The ceilings are 96” the cabs go to 93” with a 2 step crown molding to give a real elegant look. The refrigerator is trimmed with panels on the side and deep cabinet above. There is a 2 Bin Recycle. There are 90 degree Super Lazy Susan’s in the Corners. The is appliance garage on [...]

Kitchen Concepts NW LLC2025-07-14T11:24:09+00:00April 15, 2025|Before-and-afters, Cherry Kitchens, Less than $35,000|

Crabtree Remodel

Crabtree Remodel

Southwest Portland Home Kitchen Remodel Quality Products and Services for Your Kitchen Remodeling Dreams! We have installed and remodeled hundreds of kitchens in the Portland metropolitan area and we are proud that we have so many very happy customers. Project Details: The cabinets are all plywood construction and custom painted maple wood- shaker door perimeter. Espresso island. Equinox style-modified overlay with dovetailed drawers with full extension and soft close guides. The doors are soft close too! The Perimeter Paint is White The Island Stain is Espresso on Maple. The ceilings are 95” the cabs go to the ceiling 2 [...]

Kitchen Concepts NW LLC2025-07-14T11:24:09+00:00March 24, 2025|Before-and-afters, Islands, Less than $30,000, Painted Kitchens|

Story Remodel

Story Remodel

This kitchen remodel in Downtown Portland Oregon on a third floor involved painted shaker cabinets and a quartz countertops. The cabinets are Custom Painted Maple Wood, Shaker Door Style, Full Overlay, with Dovetailed Drawers and full extension soft close drawer guides. The doors are soft close too. All Plywood Construction cabinets. The paint is Canyon Creeks Cardinal The counter tops are “Quartz” Caesarstone (brand) Black Tempal Concrete color The ceilings are 107” with 96” soffits The wall cabinets are 42” high and hung at 96” to soffits and open to 107” ceiling. The refrigerator is trimmed with panels on the [...]

Kitchen Concepts NW LLC2025-07-14T11:24:09+00:00March 12, 2025|Before-and-afters, Less than $20,000, News, Painted Kitchens|

Pohl Remodel

Pohl Remodel

Vancouver Washington kitchen remodel using using custom cherry cabinets and a granite countertop This was a medium sized kitchen remodel job in Portland. It is a very modern looking kitchen, with Flat doors and Floating Shelves. The cabinet is a European Frameless cabinet which with the flat doors gives it the very contemporary look! We used floating shelves instead of wall cabinets. We also did 2 vanities in the same style. The Vanities are floating which means they don’t go all of the way to the floor. The new cabinets are Canyon Creek Brand, Rift Sawn White Oak “Vista” [...]

Kitchen Concepts NW LLC2025-07-14T11:24:09+00:00February 11, 2025|Bathrooms and Closets, Before-and-afters, Cherry Kitchens, Less than $35,000, News|

Pierce Kitchen Remodel

Pierce Kitchen Remodel

Vancouver Washington kitchen remodel using using custom cherry cabinets and a granite counter top The cabinets are -All Plywood Construction-“Custom” Cherry Wood- Mount Vernon Door Style-(Mitered) Modified Overlay, with Dovetailed Drawers and full extension soft close drawer guides. The doors are soft close too! The Wood is Cherry the Stain is Cayenne with a licorice Glaze. The ceilings are 96” we used 2 step crown molding to go to the ceiling The refrigerator is trimmed with panels on the side and deep cabinet above. The pantry has roll outs in it. We put roll outs in a base cab [...]

Kitchen Concepts NW LLC2025-07-14T11:24:09+00:00September 27, 2024|Before-and-afters, Cherry Kitchens, Less than $40,000, News|