*SMALL* Renter-Friendly Kitchen Makeover

SMALL Renter-Friendly Kitchen Makeover | Cottagecore Style!

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Жыл бұрын

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Hey guys! I'm Alexandra Gater and I show you how to do rental-friendly upgrades and DIY projects on a budget. Today I'm transforming a small rental kitchen into a cottage style dream with new kitchen cabinets, a thrifted rustic hutch DIY and tons of storage solutions. I hope you enjoy it!
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Door track: rstyle.me/+8pctCdl6etyJNXIsqN... AF
Light: bit.ly/3OmJ4lC *
Bee knobs: bit.ly/47iDLMs *
White ceramic knobs: bit.ly/47rVEc2 *
Wooden knobs: bit.ly/3DHiRcC *
Window blind: rstyle.me/+bVeEVRpZ__yjjxUEwm... * AF
Hanging plant basket: rstyle.me/+T7Le1tm9s698Crtt-I... * AF
Fruit basket: bit.ly/3Zf4LIS *
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Copper kettle: rstyle.me/+Zd4el5_sM-hmfOOetQ... * AF
Strawberry tea towel: rstyle.me/+uHFG_QPbvr4zl_0Nw2... * AF
Embroidered bee art: rstyle.me/+23BZQBy9UkO5JRlVuD... * AF
Tulip pet bowl: bit.ly/3QkGX4b *
Daisy pet bowl: bit.ly/3QvCRWW *
Runner: rstyle.me/+qS6bswo98kOHJdEPLw... * AF
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Sealing Wax by Annie Sloane: bit.ly/45csf3C *
Door track: bit.ly/44Uuj0b
Light: bit.ly/3KnGmek *
Bee knobs: bit.ly/47iDLMs *
White ceramic knobs: bit.ly/47rVEc2 *
Wooden knobs: bit.ly/3DHiRcC *
Window blind: rstyle.me/+bVeEVRpZ__yjjxUEwm... * AF
Hanging plant basket: rstyle.me/+T7Le1tm9s698Crtt-I... * AF
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Strawberry tea towel: rstyle.me/+uHFG_QPbvr4zl_0Nw2... * AF
Embroidered bee art: rstyle.me/+23BZQBy9UkO5JRlVuD... * AF
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@mtralyson4659 Жыл бұрын

Girl! You and Graham should totally make and sell more of this plate rack. This baby is totally on brand and way cuter and sturdyer than what we can find in stores. It would make a lot more sense than a link to converse shoes

@user-ui1zv8bd4y Жыл бұрын

I love scallops so would totally purchase multiples for my plate collection- Agree with you

@susanprendergast7384 Жыл бұрын

Sell the plans, for Pete's sake!

@susanprendergast7384 Жыл бұрын

Sell the plans, for Pete's sake!

@susanprendergast7384 Жыл бұрын

Didn't mean to hit twice; I have a tremor.

@NourishmentRedacted Жыл бұрын

I'd buy the plate rack!!

@kathydangelo365 Жыл бұрын

It looks fantastic. The only think I'd do differently is lean into the backsplash more by painting the cabinets a peachy color instead. And a nice art print or poster between the hutch & the sliding door would be nice. It would have to be flat enough to fit behind the barn door but you'd still see it at all times because the door had glass panes.

@helenedansereau9255 Жыл бұрын

I so agree. I find the whole look charming, but the large wall space next to the hutch is so glaringly empty. Since it must remain empty for the sliding door, an image on the wall is a great suggestion.

@lonispletzer6691 11 ай бұрын

Yes I agree, the hutch could also have been centered and then add a cute stool or two next to it. Would have found a door that splits vertically in half instead of using rolling door hardware OR even simpler - use vintage cottage fabric and hang a split curtain.

@parissinclair6513 11 ай бұрын

I couldn't agree more about the cabinet color. It didn't need to match the backsplash exactly, but the greyish pink just feels a bit off next to the orange accents. It's not close enough in undertone to match, but it's not different enough from it to be contrasting. Either a peachy cabinet color or a pale blue would've coordinated much better.

@debblouin 11 ай бұрын

I also would have preferred a different cabinet color.

@miriamalonso3959 11 ай бұрын

I love the cabinet color Alexandra chose.

@karmad4491 Жыл бұрын

What I like is that AG's team works with rental restrictions and small spaces. Designers for huge houses with unlimited clients' budgets come in and immediately demolish walls, perfectly usable cabinets, and even to the point of tearing up hardwood floors. (I'm looking at you, HGTV!) And then the end results are very similar designs - and always with a HUGE kitchen and HUGE island! I love the creativity and heart that goes into AG designs! I like the idea of working with what you have and making something unique and beautiful.

@pollytiks3885 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, what is up with that ( lookin’ at you too HGTV)?!? It’s like the kitchen takes up the entire first floor!!

@bearchild4352 Жыл бұрын

Page Wassel did a great video about HGTV and how they started to make everything open concept and tear out floors and walls so they could increase male viewership by bringing in BIG MAN TOOLS 😂. Worth a watch! Great point you made. Love seeing things reused and worked with like this loveable tiles!

@katrish786 11 ай бұрын

I completely agree! Who has a fifty to one hundred thousand dollar budget to re-do their home & how many people actually live in a 2,500 SF home? I live in a cracker box. I reuse & re-do what I have. And at the end of the shows they all look the same; white on white on white!

@sizwe_zulu20 10 ай бұрын

lol 🤣

@elainefrawley9358 Жыл бұрын

Lovely colours, I'm not a fan of the distressed pantry door or mismatched knobs but that's a personal preference. Overall its very pretty

@SeamsLikeAGoodIdea 11 ай бұрын

same about the mismatched knobs.

@tikusblue 11 ай бұрын

I would like the door more if it wasn't put on an industrial black barn door track... Very odd pairing

@artbyangelique5892 5 ай бұрын

Same. Also, they distressed the door too much, so it looks faked and not natural as they said not to do, but then did themselves. :P Otherwise I think they did a great job to that small space. :)

@EvasNan2020 5 ай бұрын

It was way over distressed imo, liked the idea of it but if it was me I'd be going back in with the chalk paint to cover it up and gently distress with some sandpaper!

@mskrisl7535 3 ай бұрын

Yeah,I'm not feeling that either,just doesn't match well with cabinets.

@kirsten5335 11 ай бұрын

I loved the aesthetics on this one! What bugs me though is that the functional stuff is often left out. In one shot i saw the automatic kitty feeder, in the pantry, so i was expecting a cat flap in the door... and then aleksandra put down the 'cute bowls' but if this kitty has a feeder, there's a reason for that :') also the magnets are NOT stopping that cat :'D similar to not seeing the sodastream again.

@coldgold2683 7 ай бұрын

Yeah, I agree. I loooove the space. But that they clearly had that Soda Stream out for daily use, but it won't fit into that hutch really bugged me too. I mean, we don't know, maybe Alexandra talked about it and clarified with the renter. It's possible that they don't really use the Soda Stream often (all the bottles were on the highest shelf) and therefore don't really need it out all the time. The automatic kitty feeder could only be for when they are away and in that case they can leave the pantry door open a bit. But I do wish that if that were the case, they would have mentioned it :). As for the magnets, there are some very strong magnets out there. It's entirely possible that's totally kitty proof now.

@lilyflower0616 6 ай бұрын

Totally agree. When your working with a space this small - EVERYTHING needs to be functional. I would have liked to see maybe a curtain instead of the sliding door that took up a HUGE amount of space. The hutch, though cute, also took up a huge amount of space. I also had a bit of a problem calling this renter friendly as many landlords would not be okay with the tenant painting the cabinets (purple at that) and drilling in the ceiling and walls. I would have liked to see them work with the hanging utensil rack because it was a great piece and stored way more than 4 utensils. Again space! Overall I think the design is really cute but the functionality/livability is overlooked.

@spinacetta89 6 ай бұрын

I agree, the space is very pretty and they obviously know what they are doing with the painting/woodwork but I feel some things are there just for the 'aesthetic' of it..while in such a small kitchen the FIRST thing should actually be functionality. While the cat bowls were actually there before (see 01:30), things like the sodastream not fitting is just a no-no (if they jndeed use it daily), and where did the rubbish bin go? You can see it in the before shots near the window, but now there is no space between the hutch and the wall. Also, for such a small kitchen, putting on such a large door, that however pretty and aesthetic, takes SO much space is not very smart at all imho...and all that unused wall space too! And the ivy plant put there? I'm confused. The door should have been a folding one, or just a tent (which would go well with the cottagecore vibes), and the hutch pushed closer to the pantry, since it is too big near the window, so as to save space for plants/a small pouf for the cat, and allowing more light, fundamental for such a small space. Just my two cents, but I'm not a home decor expert, so obviously I mean this just as suggestions and no harsh critique. Edited to add: To make it more cottagecore-y, I'd paint the door tracks a less harsh colour than black, which is too much imho (does it bother only me that it is outside the moulding? The moulding is so pretty, I feel it doesn"t deserve that xD), and put a cute floral wallpaper, maybe in the same shade as the tiles, inside the hutch (same ad before, I feel that wood colour is too harsh within the context of this kitchen).

@hospitalfood6621 5 ай бұрын

@@lilyflower0616 I imagine they talked with the landlord and he was probably thrilled it was going to be updated and he didn’t have to do it. Any bit of fixing up means more money for him when they leave.

@mv0lution Жыл бұрын

Alexandra and Graham trying to match eachother’s sentences is so cute 😂 love their fun/light hearted dynamic

@kathydangelo365 Жыл бұрын

It's so obvious he's in love with her. She needs to marry him one day. They are such a great team. 😊

@scarlettsky5302 Жыл бұрын

@@kathydangelo365 she's already married 💀

@mariatrinidad1370 Жыл бұрын

@@scarlettsky5302she’s not!

@scarlettsky5302 Жыл бұрын

@@mariatrinidad1370Oh I thought Noah was her husband 😅 They seem pretty committed and live together

@mv0lution Жыл бұрын

@@kathydangelo365 aww I see it as a great friendship/platonic relationship. Great chemistry!

@LuvFunny Жыл бұрын

Who’s already watched the beautiful hutch DIY video and is here to see it in place? Loved all the mixed knobs! 🌸🌼🐝

@alexandratracey8252 Жыл бұрын

I was so excited for the bonus video!

@mariekastler5391 Жыл бұрын

🐝🐝❣️

@katrinarefior700 Жыл бұрын

SAME!

@only1dutchgirl Жыл бұрын

Yes!! I loved it. Gave me some ideas for my thrifted vintage hutch

@pollytiks3885 Жыл бұрын

Yep, saw it!! Really liked that it was a separate video.

@chai__tea Жыл бұрын

Why does this channel not have more subscribers!! I think it's so much more down to earth and relatable in terms of interior design than many of the other things out there. It has a very specific style and vibe, but in terms of doability, reproducible ideas/hacks and inspo, team AG are really doing a great job!

@cynthiavan-dunem3169 Жыл бұрын

I am so for helping them a million followers 🙌🏾!!!!

@rickyloftin2968 Жыл бұрын

Im not sure I’d necessarily agree regarding the very specific style, I think there is a broad variety of styles covered on the channel, that said I do think that each of those styles do have a distinct Team AG stamp

@dtulip1 11 ай бұрын

I feel it's like we're part of an exclusive club :D

@thedecominimalist 11 ай бұрын

I totally agree!!

@kate-kate Жыл бұрын

Omg my face when I learned Graham made the plate holder 😮😮😮! What can’t he do???

@vickytimmerman1365 Жыл бұрын

So so so cute! I would have hung the plant in the middle of the windows, so it doesn't mess with the Barn door. And that wall where the Barn door slides over I put a flat piece of art work ( poster of herbs?). So cute

@robine916 Жыл бұрын

Yes, I was thinking of chalkboard paint!

@neliaferreira9983 Ай бұрын

I would have put a short vase with hanging plant on top of the green cabinet.

@tamara10 Жыл бұрын

The plate holder! Wow! Graham's skills are insane

@TubeTorte Жыл бұрын

Major improvement! Painting the wall above the cabinets made a big difference. Although I love pink tones that backsplash looks like it has a more orange tone so I would have gone with something in that color family. Also fewer cabinet knobs. How about just 3 styles? Do love the bees. Curtains are perfect. I wondered how it could work, but the barn door was a great idea (way overly distressed though).

@lindachallenger1554 11 ай бұрын

Totally agree with your suggested changes…had those thoughts also. 3 knob choices feels deliberate, more feels like clutter! The pantry door was over stressed, the hutch was fine! Yes, for peachy grey cupboards instead of lavender grey…I believe it was called.👍

@canwejustnot 8 ай бұрын

Or, make all the knobs on the cabinets mis matched. So it looks more like a collection that was slowly grown & scavenged

@molliemae6855 11 ай бұрын

Looks great! I would have liked to see more organization and shelves in the walk in pantry though. I feel like it was a space that could have been made over to look great!

@beetee3272 6 ай бұрын

Not sure what the budget was but missed opportunity in upgrading & maximizing storage in the pantry. Definitely could use a new configuration.

@esmaalothman4595 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely! I think putting on a pretty door to hide the mess in the pantry was disappointing. I waited to see more shelves being built in the pantry and more countertop space added on the opposite wall from the sink to increase functionality. I don’t know how they meal prep in this kitchen at all with the existing amount of counterspace.

@jeannechapman2696 3 ай бұрын

The kitchen is so cozy and cute. However, an opportunity was missed in not redesigning shelves in pantry. Loads of storage area could be added. I do recognize time constraints place big restrictions on what can be done and multiple shelves are not "interesting:.

@aliciacassio4215 11 ай бұрын

Oooff. Those mismatched knobs would make me crazy. The thrifted plates are awesome. And Graham making custom pieces like the plate rack feels like when Ben Napier makes a custom item on Home Town.

@mcmack87able Жыл бұрын

Dave: removes cabinet doors The cat: this is the single greatest day of my life

@waffelsmellgood Жыл бұрын

I was a little iffy on the black hardware for the sliding door. Normally, cottage core should be copper or gold. Farmhouse or modern would be black. But it looks okay there. It does stand out in contrast with the light colors. But everything else in light colors follows the whimsical suit. Very cute details.

@magnoliidae5794 Жыл бұрын

Really wish the pantry had been organized instead of a door being added to hide the mess. The door will probably be left open like 95% of the time anyways. Super love the rest tho, and would love to have a similar hutch moment in the future for myself :)

@MattieDianeMunson Жыл бұрын

The word cottage core usually makes me run for the hills but I love Kelly’s inspo pics

@MattieDianeMunson 11 ай бұрын

Oh & I’m sorry I forgot to say I love Alexander’s little kitchen masterpiece here

@jasminegilbreath6838 Жыл бұрын

I love how it doesn't look brand new but till looks so fresh. Beautiful job!

@thexxit Жыл бұрын

I truly feel this is one of the best home make over shows I've ever seen - on tv, on netflix, on youtube, where ever! Your chats with the clients, what you take into consideration... and how gorgeous is this! I was so skeptical of the cupboard colours and it worked perfectly!

@wintersonnet Жыл бұрын

I agree, I'm excited for each new episode.

@JustHereToHaveANiceTime 11 ай бұрын

I just love Amanda so much. The way she said “I buffered time” “because I know you all” was a total boss babe thing to say ❤

@chelseafrew1250 Жыл бұрын

This kitchen speaks to my cottagecore loving soul so much! Just imagine walking in and the floor and counters are sprinkled with golden morning light. The colours and accent decor are absolutely beautiful. 🩷🌿🫖🌷

@ellen3666 Жыл бұрын

Another fantastic makeover! Love the cabinet color! Graham showing his amazing craftsmanship as always. Love!

@lir9875 Жыл бұрын

Number 1. Graham is nothing short of a treasure. Besides all of his other creations, that plate rack? 💕2. I want to move into that kitchen and never leave. 🏵️

@debrabell2604 Жыл бұрын

Such a cute kitchen I love the barn door and hutch. I'm not crazy about the mix match hardware though. I think it looks messy and out of place. But overall a great makeover. 😊

@LindaKayHolevas Жыл бұрын

I’m not a fan of mismatched hardware either. It looks like you didn’t have enough of one style of hardware, so you just used what you had available. No shade to team AG though. As long as the client loves it, then that’s all that matters.😊

@recordtapesbackward 11 ай бұрын

@@LindaKayHolevasI think this is exactly what they were going for - the attitude of using what you have because some pieces might have worn down so you just replaced the ones that needed it - pretending there's a long backstory to make this vintage vibe more believable

@fionabuilds Жыл бұрын

Love the hutch make over! Though I would be weary about plugging the kettle and toaster into a power bar, especially in an old home. They should really have their own circuit.

@jemma50 Жыл бұрын

Good point, Fiona. But they can use the power bar exclusively for the toaster oven and move the kettle to another spot in the kitchen when they need to plug it in. The thing with the power bar is that you can turn it off when oven not in use and it saves electricity. I have my toaster oven on a power bar and it's the only thing on it. 😊

@geriroush8004 Жыл бұрын

I have this issue in my old apartment. Early 1930s, one outlet for the fridge and stove (gas stove) and one outlet next to the counter. I don't remember the exact numbers, but I made sure the power bar was heavy duty. I strictly use one appliance at a time.

@magnoliidae5794 Жыл бұрын

I used to have a toaster oven, kettle, and coffee maker plugged into a single power strip in an old apartment like this one, and so long as I didn’t use more than one at a time it was all good

@aimeemoore3104 3 ай бұрын

I really love how you name EVERY single piece that you use so that people can realistically do this stuff at home - thank you!!

@anagoncalves6335 Жыл бұрын

Well, using a cup from starbuks to as a mold for the plate rack is the best.They should sponser the channel ASAP. Graham is so so talent...you all are!!

@sharonferracci4551 11 ай бұрын

Kelly was so sweet! You can tell shes a big fan and well deserving/appreciative of the makeover. I love the sheer joy your team gives others ❤

@katrinarefior700 Жыл бұрын

LOVE!!! I don't know quite what it is about redoing smaller spaces, but I adore your designs. The lavender basket on the door was everything. I also really liked seeing the video yesterday of the hutch makeover, I vote to keep doing those videos as well. The mismatched knobs on the hutch make so much more sense now with the ones on the kitchen cupboards.

@sandieedward993 11 ай бұрын

Loving the Kitchen but still don't really like that type of wooden knob but do love the Bees and the white knobs 😮 The Final Outcomes Appeal is Marvelously Curated = However, Am Wondering 🤔 if You're Helping Her to Actually reorganize that pantry to create more shelving & Better aesthetically pleasing storage for all the cleaning supplies & the extra needed storage opportunities that can be created on a Budget Pantry's can be so Beautiful 😍 video Make Over concerning Making Attractive enough for a magazine covers it have better glow and utilize the space better but 😮However that could've been episode 3 of this updated space...noted carpet Rug safety pads to keep it from slipping under the clients feet

@nihongoheta Жыл бұрын

This is my favorite video you’ve ever done. Like I cannot even express how lovely this kitchen is 🥹

@karmad4491 Жыл бұрын

While I was waiting for today's makeover, I went back and re-watched my favorite AG episodes' reveals. Just a tiny suggestion - could you spend a little more time on the reveals? I've noticed that other designers use more video time on the reveals - from every possible vantage point. Just a thought. So glad you all are back, BTW!

@2562367 Жыл бұрын

I always like before I play the videos cuz Im sure they're divine😍

@mariekastler5391 Жыл бұрын

💯💯💯

@AlexandraGater Жыл бұрын

🥹🥹

@karonmcgregor4753 11 ай бұрын

I'm just waiting for Graham to publish his own version of a diy book now - he really deserves it, and it's bound to be an instant bestseller!!

@juliagoolia72 11 ай бұрын

I love it, love it. The only thing I question is the barn door. In such a small space, it takes up three feet of valuable real estate on that wall.

@judithmitchell4667 Жыл бұрын

This kitchen is charming to the max - so sweet. My favorite part is mixing the doorknobs for a whimsical look. One of my favorite team AG videos. Have a lovely day. Blessings - Judith 🎵🎭

@pamelafox7677 Жыл бұрын

This is your forte Alexandra, so charming. I love the colors and you always build in so much storage and functionality where there was none before.

@Beruthiel45 Жыл бұрын

I love this makeover so much. What a lovely change from bland to charming. The simple roll up curtains, the chest and hutch, the pantry door! I agree with others regarding the plant, which would be so much better on the other side of the hutch by the window, with a poster or decorative tea towel on that wall where the door slides, and the door does look rather overworked, but those aren't glaring annoyances, they can be easily changed if that was wanted by the client. It's fascinating to see how a tiny rather boring space can be made so sweet and homely. 😊👍

@shawnastewart3399 Жыл бұрын

Really cute kitchen. Love the colours. Pls note that toaster oven is not safe to use on wood, let alone surrounded by it and steam from kettle will damage the beautiful hutch.

@susanmei9980 Жыл бұрын

I put my toaster oven on one of those tempered glass cutting boards to protect the countertop.

@trishac9516 Жыл бұрын

My mini toaster oven is inside my pantry, which has outlets. It's sitting on a woven placemat, and it works great.

@susanprendergast7384 Жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing!! They can pull it out a bit while it's in use though. The heat on that wood top though, put some kind of heat shield on that top stat!

@susanmei9980 Жыл бұрын

@@trishac9516 I’d be afraid it wd catch fire 🔥! Those toaster ovens get blazing hot!

@trishac9516 Жыл бұрын

@@susanmei9980 I've had mine (Breville brand) for 2 years and it's been fine. Before, that same area had a 4 slice toaster in it. When I purchased the mini toaster oven, the sale associate told me I would not have any problem as long as there was something underneath (my placemat) and I left some space (a few inches) all around it. I bake/toast in it all the time and there is never a problem. I have never broiled anything in it, though, so that might be an issue, but she did say it would be fine, even at the highest bake temperature.

@deidremuller1986 Жыл бұрын

I would love to watch a spin off of Graham just making all the stuff he makes. It is amazing!! Such an amazingly beautiful kitchen!! Great deaign. I love the knobs!!

@michaelbeck4236 Жыл бұрын

Also, I can’t stress enough how much we want to see more #DIYDeepDive vlogs. So much YES PLEASE. 🙏

@norap.9663 11 ай бұрын

This is absolutely GORGEOUS, I wanna move in, like NOW! But I also feel like the pantry has sooo much potential for optimised storage?! One more video, maybe? 🤍

@misacruzader Жыл бұрын

I used your videos to DIY my apartment about 4 years ago. Now it's time for a refresh and this vid is gonna be major inspo for my kitchen!! Thank you for your affordable and renter-friendly DIYs!

@cristineramos6051 10 ай бұрын

I’ve said it before - but now I mean it-this is my favourite transformation so far. Simply because you matched her personality so well. Beautiful and practical!!!

@tammybear8000 Жыл бұрын

I need alex and Graham’s help they’re too good! This was a really nice makeover! Graham makes the woodwork look so easy 😅

@lynngrist3653 Жыл бұрын

I liked everything except the cabinet color which I think clashes so bad with the tiles. Something more neutral like the door or hutch color would have suited better. Also not a fan of mismatched handles. Think maybe I would like to see more color palettes than just weird shades of pink all the time.

@ashelinkairi 10 ай бұрын

I felt it in my soul when she said 'it had white walls' then opened her eyes to see all the even whiter walls T^T make it more cosy come on! wood tones and warmth! ixnay on the white already

@jenpink4298 11 ай бұрын

This is absolutely adorable! And I love that you did a sliding door for the pantry! I was already thinking wow, that’s a small kitchen… Which way are they going to make the door open and is it going to hit the fridge. Nope, you already thought of that! And the hutch is amazing. And the runner. And the lamp. And the vintage tchotchkes that you picked up. And those curtains! I love everything!

@cantocant2346 Жыл бұрын

I love the distressed door! I love a heavy distressing. It acts almost like an Art piece. Great makeover.

@estelsaradop492 11 ай бұрын

I'm probably repeating myself, BUT I've been an avid fan since 2018 and am so impressed with the progress over the years. I never miss a video and, of course, I watch them more than once! And this one went from bland white to sunny summer day ❣️👍🌞

@virginiacorcoran1326 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful and quirky! Alexandra and Graham could totally start a hutch restoration business!

@robinl2164 11 ай бұрын

I desperately wanted those cabinets to be sage green, but still a beautiful makeover!

@mariederal7195 11 ай бұрын

I feel like this makeover, more than any other, shows how far you've come. I love how every team member is appreciated, too. Thanks for being so awesome :)

@dianestephenson8528 Жыл бұрын

Hutch is great. Kudos on finding the right door. It’s a good counter balance to the hutch

@susanprendergast7384 Жыл бұрын

Just the right visual weight, right?

@kristindonley5373 Жыл бұрын

Graham needs to sell those plate holders!!!

@mimi6654 Жыл бұрын

Graham needs his own channel!

@FeministHomemaker 11 ай бұрын

Omg, so happy to see your skills grow! You finally acheived cottagecore! It's like a pastel minimalist cottagecore vibe, definitely--as you said--with a farmhouse lean.

@musictheorywithmalia Жыл бұрын

Really really cute!!! It just goes to show that no matter how small your space, it can look so cute and be functional. Nice work Team AG

@mickithompson5888 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely MUST have one of those plate holders! Please please have Graham name a price plus shipping to NY, I’ll purchase immediately! Holy moly the whole space has my ❤️. 🙌👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@pilarjaen531 11 ай бұрын

Its always a pleasure to Watch Graham diying anything!

@alexandratracey8252 Жыл бұрын

I came to a coffee shop to get some work done. Realized it was 10:58 and decided to just wait 2 minutes for the video.

@AlexandraGater Жыл бұрын

Yay!!!!

@sfowler1017 Жыл бұрын

This is so cute! The one extra thing I wish y'all had done is put in a new faucet. You could have pretty inexpensively added function and beauty there.

@user-bs1qu4hi1z Жыл бұрын

I just love this makeover. I can smell the apple pie baking. Great job team AG!

@annitaOrange Жыл бұрын

I love Graham, and now I love Dave. Good team AG

@mersac9049 Жыл бұрын

I had a big smile on my face when you added the finishing touches. Its such a cute space and really everything she asked for and more. LOVE LOVE LOVE ❤️ great job!!

@elenagarcia5426 11 ай бұрын

The finishing touches are the cutest part, but also the first to be removed once you stop taking photos and start using the space. Anyway, it looks nice.

@threemusketeers4109 Жыл бұрын

This was an amazing makeover! Love all the cute details. That plate rack that Graham made is 10/10! Would buy! ❤

@sahbery Жыл бұрын

PLEAAAASEEE more cottagecore makeovers!!! This was one of my favourites! You guys smashed it

@jeannawalton8107 11 ай бұрын

I think it's so cute and unexpected :) I too wish they had found an attractive print that would have fit between the sliding door and the cabinet. I also wish they could have increased her storage in the pantry! That one shelf just wasn't doing it.

@ibmimi2566 Жыл бұрын

L❤ve it!! Graham's face 18:48 😂

@almathees3839 Жыл бұрын

Over the Top Cottage style kitchen!!!🐝🌼🌻 Great team work!🫶🏻🫶🏻 You delivered her dream!

@ems0up Жыл бұрын

I love that she said 'We share space with a 3 year old cat' 😆

@user-ui1zv8bd4y Жыл бұрын

Im a sucker for English French cottage and scallops just wow That Graham is such a talent addition to your talent and the team.

@clawless16 Жыл бұрын

Loveee the extra DIY video!! Would love more of them :)

@KimberlyInSoCal310 11 ай бұрын

I absolutely adore this kitchen makeover! It's like a cottage dream, everything is just so darned cute, but useful too. And yes, the mid-week video of the makeover of the hutch is a fantastic idea and I'd love to see more of them!

@lolokov505 Жыл бұрын

Having more then one video was nice this week! Love the finished look!

@jules3768 11 ай бұрын

This, like every makeover you guys do, is so incredible!!!!! I’d love to see some instructional videos from Graham! His creativity is contagious! And that lipstick hack would have saved me last week putting magnetic closures on the quirky kitchen cabinets of my ‘50s tiny homestead 🫠

@darlaburnett8666 11 ай бұрын

So much more room it looks bigger now and I don’t think you really took anything out of the kitchen that you didn’t put back in so very well designed and yes, just adorable! So glad you didn’t cover up the tile because it goes really good with your design!❤❤

@amaiahperry Жыл бұрын

I love this makeover but the “unexpected yet timeless” color being a pink made me laugh

@christineg6123 Жыл бұрын

Looooove this kitchen style and I didn't think I did! Bravo Alexandra and team!!!!!

@justnski Жыл бұрын

👍I totally get not being satisfied unless I kill myself to get something done. Wish we could buy Graham made things.

@laurelmcgrath5823 Жыл бұрын

Graham, that plate rack is everything!

@hollyhasegawa6095 Жыл бұрын

Oh gosh this makeover is so incredible and I also really love the color you chose. That cabinet looking so vintage is wonderful and fits that space perfectly. I also love the door you found and painted to cover that pantry and make it look so much better. This whole kitchen makeover is wonderful, and once again both you and Graham are so amazing in all you do, this video was so so much fun to watch, have a beautiful weekend and bless you for being so incredible, sending love and hugs, bye! 😍🤗🌸🌺🌹🌼💜💜💜

@itscarolinemary Жыл бұрын

love the cabinet paint colour, it's like a dusty lavender! those gingham curtains and the ceiling light are also so perfect for the space!! 🥰😍I also love that scalloped plate holder and the thrifted pieces! amazing job team AG!

@quinnzelreign8775 Жыл бұрын

I would have painted the indents on the cabinets the green so it pulls the color to the other side.

@lonispletzer6691 11 ай бұрын

Re: light fixture - love the woven design... maybe Graham could have made a ceiling medallion out of left over thin plywood (scalloped? Star-shaped?) and caulked to ceiling. Or, painted out the electrical plate so it blends into ceiling.

@katsinky5762 9 ай бұрын

Graham is a masterful woodworker. Alexandra envisions wonderful ideas and Graham brings them to life. You make a great team. Your whole group is very talented.

@tammyf8921 Жыл бұрын

Graham is amazing!

@barbaramcphee484 Жыл бұрын

"This is not a twig" ... "Branch" ... "LOG" OMG I couldn't stop laughing!!

@MissNatashaMarie Жыл бұрын

Oh I adore this makeover!!😍 I’m so glad you kept the backsplash tiles, those are darling!

@susanhodel3194 11 ай бұрын

Graham is just the cutest and most clever young man.

@TheGenflute 11 ай бұрын

Love the makeover, but also, I've watched the FIRST 9 SECONDS THREE TIMES!😂❤😂❤😂❤😂❤

@marim.7558 Жыл бұрын

I loved it! One thing though, you guys did an awesome door but what about the inside of it? I was expecting some shelves and a better using of the space.

@waterbitten Жыл бұрын

The ceramic friut basket is so cute. The kitchen turned out great! I do wish you would've given her a tiny sitting area.

@LindaKayHolevas Жыл бұрын

Kelly said they eat all of their meals in the dining room, so she wasn’t concerned about having seating in the kitchen 😊

@suebrown7548 Жыл бұрын

This kitchen is so cute and functional. I loved the green and lilac(?) paint. My obsessive tendencies won't let me appreciate the mismatched door handles. At least pair like with like!! (The bees are wonderful!)

@rozibektas143 Жыл бұрын

Seriously, Alexandra! I’m running out of adjectives to describe your work! Love all way from Turkey. 🇹🇷🥰🥰🥰

@AdeleMcAlear Жыл бұрын

I would have absolutely renovated the pantry... so much clutter that was crying out for shelves on the side and back walls and proper hanging hooks/clips for the broom, mop, etc. Also above the fridge? It desperately needed treatment with something.

@helen4976 Жыл бұрын

Wow, an awesome transformation and I love how you embraced those tiles, which I thought were hideous, and now look so good. Great design

@nancyciampa3485 23 күн бұрын

Graham is AMAZING!! Just love watching him do his magic!!

@Piphthehippie 11 ай бұрын

Graham is sooooooo talented and respectfully adorably good looking!!

@ImSchneckenhaus Жыл бұрын

New upload and opening with Thumper! LESSGOOO EDIT: Knew you would do another excellent job! we stan gord for the lipstick, the Dave cam and Amanda's foresight! 🤣🤣

@alexandrastevens8892 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love the dresser, it's made me want one for my kitchen and if it want fit in the kitchen then in my dinning area. It looks so cosy and will be a lovely place to cook 😊