Hold on to your jaws people because otherwise they’ll be on the floor in a few moments. Jordan and her husband have totally flipped their kitchen for just over a thousand dollars. And the result is nothing short of spectacular. Here’s Jordan’s letter:
I’ve been obsessed with y’alls blog for a while now. I check it every day! Me and the hubs finally bought a house this spring and just like you guys, we’re in love with it. We’re full time photographers (as opposed to designers or renovators) but I could paint and decorate for days without food or drink! I just love making things over!
We transformed the kitchen on a pretty tight budget. $1,207 to be exact!
But we definitely did our best to make our money go a loooong way. Just look at the difference:
Painting the cabinets and switching out the counters made for quite a change. And the stainless steel appliances that we already had definitely popped thanks to the change. Hanging a new light fixture above the sink also really changed the feeling of the room, and the new sink adds so much personality.
Here’s a little breakdown of everything that we used:
- $20 – Paint for the cabinets (Olympic Dogwood Blossom)
- $0 – Primer for the cabinets (we already had it)
- $0 – Paint for the walls (don’t remember the name, but we had it forever)
- $20 – Beadboard for the front of the peninsula (Home Depot)
- $620 – Oak Numerar countertops (Ikea)
- $185 – Sink (Ikea)
- $98 – Faucet (Home Depot)
- $86 – Knobs (Anthropologie)
- $100 – White subway tile backspash (Home Depot)
- $78 – Light fixture over sink (Ikea)
- $0 – Stools (we already had them in another room)
- TOTAL: $1,207
I’m so excited because I finally have a finished room to send y’all. Thanks so much Sherry and John! – Jordan at landonjacob.com
Isn’t it amazing? It’s just another example of how Ikea can come to the rescue when it comes to creating affordable room transformations – that and doing the work yourself to save some serious loot. We’re totally in love with what Jordan and her husband did that we’re just about ready to invite ourselves over for breakfast. Nice work guys! And what do you people at home think? Does it have you looking at your kitchen in a whole new way? What’s your favorite part?
caitlin says
wow.
i wish my kitchen would be so easy to make over! we are starting with nearly nothing!
congrats on the super make over. wow. wow.
caitlin says
also i think my fav part is the countertops! i am constantly impressed with the ikea wood counters in online pics!
Alicia says
Hey Jordan,
Where did you get those white mirrors next to your peninsula?
Kate says
Wow that is some makeover! Love the light!!!!
Kristin says
I couldn’t agree more that their work is fabulous! I had no idea that I can buy countertops at Ikea – definitely something to keep in mind…
I have a QUESTION for Jordan. I notice that BOTH light fixtures were replaced. Where was the center one (not the one over the sink) purchased?
Emily A says
Fantastic! I wish I had the guts to paint my cabinets!
Turned out amazing!
Allison says
WOW! This is amazing. I looove the countertops and that light fixture over the sink. Great work, Jordan!
Elizabeth says
I love the countertops as well…I may have to consider those for my kitchen…and they look great with that sink.
I’m curious as to what is going on where the ceiling light fixture used to be…is that a light…fans…what?
Christina says
any idea where those mirrors on the wall outside of the kitchen are from? they are gorgeous!
TG says
You are right. My jaw almost hit the floor. That kitchen is absolutely amazing. It went from a kind of dated and heavy feeling to totally fresh, light and airy. Wonderful job. I never thought of Ikea for kitchen counters but I will definately check them out now.
Rachel says
Gorgeous! Are those the Mercury Glass Melon Knobs? I’ve been eyeing those for a hack of the Ikea Rast dresser I’m about to do.
They did a really super job. You totally do not think “budget makeover” when you look at this. I love that!
Laura (Blogging Over Thyme) says
Oh my gosh! This is absolutely amazing makeover, I can’t believe it was done for just a little over a thousand dollars–it looks like it would have cost multiple K’s.
Love the photographs as well! You can definitely tell their talented photographers. I love the apron sink (my favorite) and big industrial size pendant. Great job guys!
Tamryn says
Stunning!
Laura (Blogging Over Thyme) says
PS. The link to Jordan’s website isn’t working! Just a heads up
Lisa says
I love how you all only put knobs on the drawers. I have no hardware in my kitchen right now and this is a cost effective way to add a little jazz to it! Awesome job!
Grace says
amazing!! it is seriously stunning– I’m quite impressed and even more jealous! GOOD JOB :)
Stacy says
Beautiful! Jordan – where are those pretty white mirrors from? Loving them!
Emily says
Love the new sink! The link to Jordan’s site isn’t working… just to let you know!
Keighley@BellaLife says
WHAT?!? Are we sure that’s the same kitchen ;) That is epic. Seriously has such a new energy and look. Love it!
Kelly says
WOW!! Truly inspiring. I love every detail- the countertops, the Anthropologie knobs, the sink, the light fixture, the beadboard! Love it! Nicely done.
KV says
What about the light fixture in the middle of the room? I’m thinking about putting one in my rather dark kitchen and am wondering how much light that puts off. Is it enough to make the kitchen feel bright at night?
I love the new look!
Rachel Barker says
Amazing improvements! Good bones in a space are everything – I die over the curves of the ceiling over the sink.
Loriana says
The link above for Jordan’s site is not working, just thought I’ll let ya know, hehehe.
Madelaine says
OMG!
It just reinforces my wishes to paint our cabinets and replace our countertops. New lights and hardware and we would have a whole new room. However, our floors are not in good shape and our appliances are old and starting to go. Baby steps!
erika says
LOVE those countertops, especially with the white cabinets.
Amy B. says
So if they are photographers… what went wrong in the first picture?…lol. Pretty impressive change for the price, though. I am noticing that doesn’t really include accessories which also make a big difference to a room and the price. Congrats on the light & bright reno.
patti says
wow! i’m totally inspired to get going on painting our cabinets. our new backsplash and counters just don’t shine with our yellowed 1950’s varnish covered cabinets! awesome job!
Michele Daggar says
Hi Youngsters,
Love this kitchen! When I clicked on the link for Jordan’s blog it redirected me back to this blog!
Amy says
How did they modify thier undersink cabinet to accomodate their new farmhouse sink? I really want a sink like that, but am unsure how i would make it work with the existing cabinet I have!
YoungHouseLove says
So glad you’re all loving the makeover as much as we are! Here’s hoping she drops by with the answers to everyone’s questions soon!
xo,
s
Jessi E says
Very impressive! I think they did a great job!
Liz says
It’s gorgeous! So much lighter and fresher. Luckily they started with good bones and appliances. With ours, not so much. We had to completely overhaul!
Jen says
Wow, I love it. We have wood ikea counters that I’m in love with. I would love to have that sink as well…this post really got my mind going…
Jen says
Where did they get those beautiful sparkly containers from that last picture?
Christin says
Incredible. It is a stunning kitchen. Love it! And would love a kitchen like that some day. Great job!!!
Stephanie says
Wow! I’m saving this post to reference back to – my husband and I just purchased a house with cabinets in a lovely pinky peach shade that are just screaming for a coat of paint.
Lauren says
Wow-this is amazing! You guys (and examples like this) have really given me hope that you don’t need to move into a brand new house with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances to make it something really special. I think of you often as we begin our search for our next house!
Samantha says
Love the makeover! We considered getting the same countertops but couldn’t afford it so we got ours reglazed. Different look but it works for our starter home! On the subway tile, did you buy each tile individually or does Home Depot have sheets of tile? I am wanting to do the same thing but have never tiled before! Congrats on your amazing kitchen!
Jen says
Wonderful change with very little cost. Would love to know more about the light fixture in the middle of the room….. hope Jordan stops in with the info on it.
Jen says
Wow, I am in complete fascination with this makeover!! We actually have a very similar kitchen and have done most of the same things they have, but I have been waiting for the perfect counter solution and this is totally it! I never would have thought it could be done so inexpensively, I am SO glad you shared this!
Another story of how far paint can take a space, so much brighter and completely sparkling! LOVE IT!
xoxo!
Jen
Melissa says
Truly an A-MAZING transformation!!
oh and fyi, I dont think the link (landonjocob) is working…or maybe its just dont working for me..lol..idk?!
kat says
that’s amazing! it certainly looks like a million bucks …
Wendy says
It looks amazing! So bright and clean! Gives me hope for our renos we plan on starting soon!
Ann says
They were brave to paint their cabinets, but they turned out so great! I love the look of the white cabinets, but I’m always so afraid to ruin what we have! Great job, love the light and airy feel of it!
Kathi says
Love, love, love it!!! What an amazing transformation!
And I think it will be the final piece in the puzzle to get my hubby to not put up a fuss about me tinkering with our kitchen. He’s going to love the look, but more importantly, the bottom line!! So double thank you for sharing!!!
YoungHouseLove says
Hey everyone,
Sorry the link to their site wasn’t working. All fixed!
xo,
s
Sadie says
Amazing!! I love how fresh and bright it looks now! My husband and I just bought that exact same IKEA sink and installed it Sunday night! We also bought the same butcherblock countertop for our new island. IKEA is the best :)
Angela N says
Great job!!
I have the same cabinets as the before pic in my new house. Not too crazy about them- it was a builder spec. I don’t think I would have the guts to paint them, although they look fantastic. My next DIY is going to be the subway backsplash just like the OP too. Can’t wait to get that done! I am hoping it brightens up my dark cabinets.
Cait @ Hernando House says
That looks fabulous! Now it’s making me want to redo our countertops that the former owner coated: http://hernandohouse.wordpress.com/2010/08/26/budget-kitchen-redo/
Alison says
At first glance, the before pic didn’t seem so bad. Decent cabinetry and countertops, but the after shot is amazing. Looks like a designer kitchen now–so much more fresh, bright, modern! And the new light fixture makes a big difference. Nice!!! :)
Leslie says
Gorgeous! I love the ‘Ah-ha, yes!’ feeling of finishing a project! Even better when you can celebrate the savings. :)
Mary says
Love it–I’m also wondering about the white subway tiles. I need to redo my countertops and get a new sink, and I’ve been wondering what to do about the backsplash. I love theirs and it would go well in my kitchen too!