The Kitchen project 2025
After living in our home since 1993, we decided to enlarge our kitchen. Although the existing kitchen was well equipped, it was very small, with major storage issues. The old kitchen was, roughly, 9' x 12' (110 sq. ft.). The new kitchen is 12' x 21' (251 sq. ft.), plus a 4' x 11.5' pantry. In addition, we have a new covered patio.
We were fortunate to have a great general contractor, Rick Fitzsimmons (Fitzsimmons & Associates, Inc.). We've known Rick for years; he has done much work for family and close family friends. Rick introduced us to Paul Brenden, an architect (Dado Works). Paul is talented and innovative, creating an excellent plan for the new kitchen and exterior spaces.
We were fortunate to have a great general contractor, Rick Fitzsimmons (Fitzsimmons & Associates, Inc.). We've known Rick for years; he has done much work for family and close family friends. Rick introduced us to Paul Brenden, an architect (Dado Works). Paul is talented and innovative, creating an excellent plan for the new kitchen and exterior spaces.
FEBRUARY 17, 2026
The kitchen project started in mid-May 2025. About nine months later, it's finished!
The kitchen project started in mid-May 2025. About nine months later, it's finished!
FEBRUARY 11, 2026
Wallpaper! Jason Reiser, of JR's Wallcoverings (314-913-3176) is the guy for wallpaper. He is an outstanding craftsman and a really nice guy.
Wallpaper! Jason Reiser, of JR's Wallcoverings (314-913-3176) is the guy for wallpaper. He is an outstanding craftsman and a really nice guy.
JANUARY 15, 2026
We are about 99% finished, just waiting on the under-counter ice maker (this coming week) and wallpaper (February 11th). Claire took a quick video, which includes Nigel, our Scottish Terrier. He is amazed at his new kitchen.
When totally complete, I'll post the final video.
We are about 99% finished, just waiting on the under-counter ice maker (this coming week) and wallpaper (February 11th). Claire took a quick video, which includes Nigel, our Scottish Terrier. He is amazed at his new kitchen.
When totally complete, I'll post the final video.
JANUARY 7, 2026
We are getting very close to completion.
We are getting very close to completion.
DECEMBER 31, 2025
DECEMBER 21, 2025
Progress is being made.
Progress is being made.
DECEMBER 2, 2025
Much has happened in November.
Much has happened in November.
NOVEMBER 2, 2025
So much has happened over the last few weeks; the space is starting to look like a room!
So much has happened over the last few weeks; the space is starting to look like a room!
Lauren Oster, our designer from Saint Louis Closet Co., came by for final measurements in the pantry area. She followed up by sending 3-D renderings. FYI-We will not be storing sweaters in the pantry!
OCTOBER 16, 2025
We decided to replace the complete roof. Amazingly, the crew from Presidential Construction started a 6:30 AM and finished this complete project in one very long day (6:45 PM).
We decided to replace the complete roof. Amazingly, the crew from Presidential Construction started a 6:30 AM and finished this complete project in one very long day (6:45 PM).
OCTOBER 10, 2025
During the last few weeks, the focus has been on extending the roof over the new patio area.
During the last few weeks, the focus has been on extending the roof over the new patio area.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2025
We are making a lot of progress. Plumbing rough-in is completed and electrical is close. Hopefully HVAC will be soon. Due to the additional square footage, it's necessary to add a mini-split unit. Also, a make-up air unit will be required due to the high CFM of the range hood. Cabinets are on order.
We are making a lot of progress. Plumbing rough-in is completed and electrical is close. Hopefully HVAC will be soon. Due to the additional square footage, it's necessary to add a mini-split unit. Also, a make-up air unit will be required due to the high CFM of the range hood. Cabinets are on order.
SEPTEMBER 10, 2025
Kelly Uhlig, our incredible designer at RSI Kitchen & Bath, provided these amazing 3D images. The renderings were created by Alison Wankum and Heather Wolken, at RSI.
Kelly Uhlig, our incredible designer at RSI Kitchen & Bath, provided these amazing 3D images. The renderings were created by Alison Wankum and Heather Wolken, at RSI.
SEPTEMBER 9, 2025
Lights!!!
Lights!!!
SEPTEMBER 6, 2025
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