From Builder Grade to Upgrade
📍 Moncton, NB
I found this apartment building in Moncton, built in 2020, and decided to upgrade the kitchen from its builder grade finishes.
I understand the appeal of boring beige and sparkly white, but I wanted to add a distinct point of view for the main gathering place of the home, and go for a sort of cozy cafe feel.
BEFORE:
THE PLAN:
Use paint to create maximum impact. This upgrade shows what a difference paint can make, because that’s the only real change I made, then I completed the look with new furniture and accessories.
AFTER:
Products used to achieve this look:
Paint and Backsplash:
Damier Paris Peel and Stick Tiles by Smart Tiles, made in Canada
Wall/Ceiling Paint by BeautiTone, colour: Little Black Number, made in Ontario
Cabinet Paint by BeautiTone, colour: Covered Bridge, made in Ontario
If you’re in a rental, make sure to ask permission before painting— especially for cabinets; and make sure you prep the surfaces and use the correct painting products for lasting results.
Furniture
Cristina Stool by Amisco, made in Canada
Metro Sofa Table from Home Envy Furnishings , made in Canada
Marble Table with Brass Base from Facebook Marketplace in Hanwell, NB
Shaker Dining Chair by Design Republic, made in Canada
Kitchen Accessories:
4L Meyer CopperClad 5-Ply Copper Core Stainless Steel Saute Pan with Lid by Meyer, made in Canada
Ceramic Berry Bowl by Barn Swallow Pottery Deanna Jones, made in Ontario
Dish Soap Starter Kit by Guests on Earth, made in Canada
Lemon Linen Tea Towel from Cedar Mountain Studios, made in Vancouver, BC
Walnut Cutting Board by Deer Park, made in Toronto, ON
15pc Knife Block Set by Grohmann Knives, made in Pictou, NS
Heather’s Cruet No. 2 by Heather Dynes Smit Pottery, made in Ontario
Handmade Ceramic Frog Planter from Etsy shop Simpson Pottery, made in Barrie, ON
Hardware:
TEFT Series 7” Handle by Shayne Fox, made in Toronto, ON
Black Kitchen Faucet from Facebook Marketplace in Saint John , NB
Lighting:
Montebello Pendant Light Fixture - Shadow by LYS Lightlab, made in Canada
Classic Taper Candlestick in Sage, by Eloise and Oliver, made in Saint John, NB
Chandelier from Facebook Marketplace in Moncton, NB
Art & Decor:
Tired Painting Print from Etsy shop HomePosterDecor in Toronto, ON
Cherries Original Painting by Etsy seller ZhannaVitkovskaArt, made in Canada
Thrift cool vintage art or a statement mirror like this one from Facebook Marketplace in Riverview, NB
Stock Photo Credits: Raspberries by Almira Yausheva on Unplash / Hanging Plant by Yomi Ajilore on Unsplash / Lemons and Limes by Elena Kloppenburg on Unplash / Vintage Books by kues1 on Freepik
