The original kitchen island was tiny with only enough space for a 30" range and 30" of countertop space.   Photo 11 of 38 in 16 “Before & After” Kitchen Remodels That Really Cook from Before & After: A Grand Rapids Kitchen Goes From Dark and Woody to White and Bright

16 “Before & After” Kitchen Remodels That Really Cook

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Before: At designer Sarah Sherman Samuel’s Michigan home, the sloped wood ceiling in the kitchen was getting lost against the wood floors, wood cabinetry, and dark walls.