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Before + After: Kitchen + Breakfast Nook Makeover

December 11, 2014

From: Georgette Westerman

Designer Georgette Westerman gave a once dark and cramped kitchen a cheery transformation and open feel while maximizing storage space and style.

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White Cottage Kitchen With Galley Layout

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White Cottage Kitchen With Gray Countertop, Tile Backsplash

Once dark and dated, the galley kitchen in this charming cottage home now gleams with a whitewashed paint treatment and luxurious finishes. White cabinetry extends to the ceiling to maximize storage space.

Arched Door Leads to Galley Kitchen With Pale Wood Cabinets

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Before: Cottage Kitchen Ripe for a Makeover

The small kitchen lacked personality and natural light before renovation.

White Tile Backsplash Behind Gas Range With Yellow Kettle

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Arabesque Tile Backsplash & Stainless Steel Range Hood

White arabesque tile adds the perfect amount of interest and texture to this cottage-style backsplash.

Metallic Drawer Pulls on White Kitchen Drawers

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Contemporary Nickel Drawer Pulls in White Kitchen

The nickel drawer pulls add to the linear lines of this clean and crisp white galley kitchen.

White Breakfast Nook With White Table, Colorful Throw Pillows

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White Breakfast Nook With White Table, Colorful Throw Pillows

Before, the dining nook in this cottage was dim and dingy, with dated finishes that failed to take advantage of the room's natural light. Now, a built-in window seat serves as a banquette for a charming breakfast space. The all-white backdrop reflects light and makes colorful pillows and accessories pop.

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