BEFORE & AFTER – Galley Up!

Anne-Marie Brunet, CMKBD, CAPS

This property was in baaaad shape when my client and I did the pre-purchase walk-through. (Yes we offer this service!) The previous owner’s situation deteriorated to the point that it made for an unsettling property viewing. However, even though my nose scrunched up a few times, I could see the potential in this property.

It’s hard for regular folks to see beyond the mess sometimes, but the home’s layout was perfect for my client. Small enough to maintain easily but not so small as not to be able to make something glorious of it.

I am grateful my client trusted our team to accomplish this sleight-of-hand magical transformation on a property most people would have passed on.

BEFORE

The whole house was pretty much in this state.

MODIFIED LAYOUT FOR GALLEY KITCHEN

Galley kitchens don’t necessarily offer up a whole lot of options for reworking a layout. In this kitchen however, the footprint was ample enough to accept regular-size appliances.

You can see in the new floor plan below the walls separating the kitchen from the main dining area. We eliminated those walls to create a better flow and access to the kitchen from the dining room, not only for entertaining, but also to allow the view of the beautiful yard.

We added loads of new lighting to brighten up the space, and a lot more drawers for easier and better access, as well as functional interior cabinet accessories; trash and recycling pullout, interior drawer partition for better organization, and easy-to-clean surfaces.

We also created a furniture plan for the entire main floor to make the best use of the spaces. More on that later.

 

All new materials were selected to meet this modern man’s expectations to create a clean, modern, and brighter look.  We selected slab doors throughout to emphasize the modern look.   The white uppers allow the light to bounce around, and the woodgrain laminate for the lower cabinets adds the masculine touch.   

New professional series appliances round out this kitchen for a bachelor who actually likes to cook!  Between you and me, I’m sure there’s some takeout happening too haha. 

GALLEY KITCHEN SINK

On this side of the kitchen, we included open cubbies at the bottom of the upper cabinets to allow quick access to often-used everyday items; glasses, cups, bowls, etc.

We added under-cabinet and in-cabinet lighting to brighten the space as well as for ambiance at night. The almost pullman-style layout of cabinetry, appliances, prep and clean-up areas on this side of the kitchen makes for efficient meal prep, with minimal steps.

GALLEY KITCHEN APPLIANCES

Partial view of left wall of the kitchen.

We even managed to include his vintage radio ♪♫ in the kitchen 🙂

The same countertop material was used for the backsplash for a calm, seamless, uncluttered look.

 

The now quaint kitchen dinette features a bold contemporary painting – and a constant companion for quick or casual meals! 😉

BEFORE & AFTER…..FROM THIS – BEFORE

TO THIS – AFTER

And there you have it! An incredible transformation of a neglected property that now has a new lease on life.

I had every confidence that you would create something wonderful – and you absolutely delivered!
-Ross B. / Orleans, Ont.

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***NEW SERVICE – PRE-PURCHASE WALK-THROUGH

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You never know, you could find a real gem in sheep’s clothing, or save yourself a lot of headaches.

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