BEFORE & AFTER

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This amazing open-concept kitchen transformation is by Sarah Gunn from the spring ‘19 One Room Challenge® event. She started with a great but generic base, and really made it her own without doing any demolition at all. The lovely light blue paint on the island gives the space a big splash of personality. Also, check out those great light fixtures.

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This rarely-used desk was transformed into a very inviting window seat, which Sarah built herself. She also designed the wallpaper herself after not being able to find any that matched her vision.

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The finished product is an absolutely lovely and charming kitchen that reflects Sarah’s style!

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