Before & After: A Ranch House Kitchen Gets The Blues (In the Best Way Possible)

Project by: Ariela Najman of Stripe Design Services
Location: Santa Cruz, California

Interior designer, Ariela Najman, was tasked with adding some light and breezy style to her client’s California ranch house. Along with other smart upgrades, she added a calming and eye-catching blue in the kitchen giving it a timeless look with a twist.

From Ariela: Stripe Design Services was approached in 2016 by a local couple wanting a makeover for their kitchen, dining room and living room. Whilst the space already had great light and a sensible layout, they wanted their 1950s ranch home to reflect their personal style.

The kitchen had a major transformation with a confident shade of blue for the cabinets, linear subway tile backsplash, and new quartz countertops. The brick fireplace got an update with black paint and the addition of a rustic mantle found on Etsy. The dining area was tied back into the eclectic living space with new man made plank flooring throughout.

The living room is now a cozy oasis with soft neutrals and bohemian touches, like palm prints from The Aestate above a mid-century inspired sofa from West Elm and geometric rug. This once run of the mill home now has style to spare, making it the perfect space for our clients.

Kitchen Reno Resource List:

• All appliances stayed, except for new sink and faucet: Home Depot
• Countertop: MS International
• Backsplash: Overstock
• Cabinet Paint: Benjamin Moore in Wolf Gray
• Cabinet Handles: Cool Knobs and Pulls

Kitchen renovations may seem intimidating, but they don’t have to be! From advice on choosing which range is right for you and your space to dreamy tile inspiration, we’re here for you and every stage of your kitchen reno.

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