Ranch House Make-over in 'Prairie View Heights'

Kitchen: The vinyl flooring was replaced with a 1'x2' slip resistant porcelain tile. The original oak cabinet boxes were kept. All drawer slides were replaced with 'Soft Close' ball bearing slides and new stainless pulls. Formica counter tops were replaced with 'Mocha' engineered Quartz. All appliances were replaced: Decor gas cook top with KitchenAid downdraft system, Combination Viking convection oven and Microwave, and a GE Profile dishwasher. A Kraus stainless steel, two bowl undermout sink with a Grohe fauset were installed. The home owner had fourty year old hand painted tiles that she wanted incorporated into the backsplash design. Cobalt blue subway tiles and 1"x 3" Opaleen color glass tiles were used to complete the look. New wall paper and paint on the walls. The antique hutch was faux finished with a floral design. New light fixture installed over the antique breakfast table. 'Bali' translucent window shades were installed. Photo: Marc Ekhause