Kitchen Remodel: Lincoln Ave.
Completed in August 2022
AFTER PHOTOS
Our clients love their 1920s Dutch Colonial in Burns Park; the kitchen however… well, it’s about to get a gorgeous upgrade. The kitchen remodel of this classic Ann Arbor home will include a dramatic black and white Cambria Bentley island, Riverwood Hickory cabinets and Zellige handcrafted clay tile for the backsplash. Please Check here often to see how the Rochman Design Build team will transform the current kitchen into a gorgeous and dramatic modern farmhouse kitchen.
April 7, 2022
The first week is usually the most dramatic change, going from a full, lived in kitchen to down to studs.
both yikes! and yay! : )
While Emily is demoing the soffits on her way to the studs, John is tackling the next stage of demo.
And outside, trailer is handily parked right under the window for John’s easy discard (well, at least the smaller pieces).
All cleaned up! Next?
April 14, 2022
Owner, Gary Rochman, is checking in on the jobsite.
The existing subfloor was in such bad shape that we had to rebuild it
to accommodate the new oak floor going over it.
It’s so hard being a little person and not being allowed to hang out with the crew while they work : (
But maybe I can say hi from down here… #CutenessBeyondWords
April 22, 2022
We’ve put in all new nailers to accommodate the future cabinetry.
New windows are in : )
May 6, 2022
New ceiling is installed on existing steel beam. Since the new ceiling is higher than original, 3 rows of brick had to be added above the fireplace. The hearth was removed from fireplace and patched back in. It is now ready for a gas insert fireplace.
Where the new ceiling intersects the roof line, it goes from being level to following the pitch of the roof. All the while, reworked framing is installed around the existing chimney.
New windows are in the new window openings in the existing wall.
The horizontal blocking is there to accommodate a future custom bench.
May 19, 2022
Cleaning up and getting ready for priming and painting.
In this picture you can see better how the ceiling tails down with the roof line.
The small wooden contraption on the floor at the bottom left is to protect the ductwork from being stepped on. It is a future heat vent in the toe kick of the sink cabinet.
May 26, 2022
Putting finish paint on the ceiling. Part of the priming process before the floor goes in.
And prepping the fireplace opening for installation of the gas insert fireplace
June 6, 2022
New select oak strip floor stained to match the floor in the rest of the house.
June 22, 2022
Time for installation.
So many boxes to sort and install. Organized chaos at its best, but expert lead carpenter Dave is up to the task.
The contrasting wood island cabinets are installed.
July 7, 2022
Shopping trip to pick out the perfectly imperfect beam for the mantel above the fireplace.
While back at the house, the cabinet installation is in progress.
We’re almost there! Awaiting the counter installation before installing the hood and the surrounding cabinets.
The floating shelves are the perfect plant spot.
July 22, 2022
The existing beam gets wrapped in white oak for a great finished look.
The bench construction begins!
Ready for staining and cushions.
August 5, 2022
The stunning countertop is installed! What a statement this bold pattern makes.
Dave and Zach are installing the custom range hood.
August 12, 2022
The Zellige tile being installed!!!
The countertops, cabinets, trim and tile are done.
Awaiting installation of appliances, lighting and finished details.
The fireplace makeover is 90% complete. With the fresh coat of whitewash, it is now awaiting the trim for the fireplace insert and the authentic barn beam mantel.
The bench is completed!
August 24, 2022
The work to the exterior windows blends seamlessly with the existing house.
Aside from the appliances the kitchen is complete. 😊
The substantial completion meeting to hand the beautiful new kitchen over the homeowners.
Great work team!
