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Kitchen and Dining Room Remodel | Mount Vernon, Ohio
When the homeowners were ready to remodel the main level of their home, they knew exactly who to call. After previously trusting Waal Construction to finish their basement with two bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a spacious family room, they invited us back to transform approximately 550 square feet of kitchen, dining, and office space.
The result is a bright, functional kitchen centered around a 3' x 10' quartz island, surrounded by custom cabinetry, thoughtful storage solutions, and finishes that completely changed the feel of their home—all without adding a single square foot.
Transforming a Dated Kitchen Into the Heart of the Home
Before
From Original Builder-Grade to Custom Kitchen
From Original Builder-Grade to Custom Kitchen
From Original Builder-Grade to Custom Kitchen
The original kitchen featured oak cabinetry, laminate countertops, aging flooring, and a layout that had become outdated for the way the homeowners wanted to live. While the space functioned well enough, it lacked storage, workspace, and the open feel they envisioned.
Rather than building an addition, the goal was to maximize the home's existing footprint through better design. Careful planning allowed us to completely transform the kitchen while improving the adjoining dining room and office, proving that a dramatic remodel doesn't require more square footage.
A Kitchen Designed Around Everyday Living
From Original Builder-Grade to Custom Kitchen
From Original Builder-Grade to Custom Kitchen
One of the best features of this remodel wasn't part of the original plan.
The homeowners assumed there wasn't enough room along one wall for additional cabinetry. After studying the space, we realized that using shallower cabinets and countertops would allow us to create an entire pantry wall with a dedicated coffee bar. The added storage blends naturally into the room while giving the family significantly more usable cabinet space.
Another memorable design decision was the wall color. The cabinet design team suggested the bold green paint—a choice Russ and Erin admitted they probably wouldn't have selected themselves. Once the cabinets, flooring, countertops, and lighting were installed, it became one of their favorite elements of the remodel, adding warmth and personality without overwhelming the space.
The oversized island now serves as the centerpiece of the kitchen, providing abundant prep space, extra seating, and a natural gathering place for family and friends.
During
Before & After
One of the most satisfying parts of this project is seeing how dramatically the home changed while remaining within its original footprint. Thoughtful design, quality craftsmanship, and carefully selected finishes created a kitchen that feels larger, brighter, and significantly more functional than the one it replaced.
Finished
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What the Homeowner Had to Say
This was the second major remodeling project we completed for this family, and we're grateful they chose Waal Construction once again.
"My wife, Erin, & I are very pleased with the improvements on our home completed by Tracy. We've added value to our home through Tracy's quality work! He is pleasant & made working on this project easy peasy. Would highly recommend to anyone."
-Rus Tenney
Repeat customers are one of the greatest compliments we can receive, and we're thankful for the opportunity to continue helping homeowners improve the homes they already love.