We bought a house with great bones and then immediately started changing it. Here you’ll find the real numbers, decisions, mistakes, lessons and finished spaces from our home renovations, including what it was like managing projects without a general contractor.
Kitchen Renovation
Our first major project was the kitchen. We kept the existing layout and cabinetry, but changed almost everything else — and finished the renovation for under $25,000.
How We Designed Our Kitchen: Every Decision We Made (and Why)
From the sage green backsplash to the countertops, appliances and cabinet color, here’s how we made every major design decision in our kitchen.
Our Kitchen Renovation Budget: What We Actually Spent (and Where We Saved)
We renovated our kitchen without a general contractor and set a $25,000 budget. Here’s exactly what we spent, where we saved and which expenses surprised us.