“I can’t believe this is the same kitchen” Jen Atkin's Kitchen Gut-Renovation | Architectural Digest

Interior designer Erick Garcia of Maison Trouvaille returns to Architectural Digest for another episode of Replace This Space, today visiting celebrity hairstylist and entrepreneur Jen Atkin to reimagine her kitchen. Having demolished the existing space down to the walls and floorboards, Erick has a blank slate to start from to address their wishlist for the new kitchen, like seating around a central island and plenty of hidden storage.
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[@kateschmate]

Wanted to bring in the outdoor indoor so he added a plant. Groundbreaking.

[@kateschmate]

Also, if he’s making a “coffee station” why not use the open shelves for beautiful coffee/espresso cups? Instead, there’s plates. How clever.

[@antoniovalencia3355]

Love this comment 😆

[@lukasjavier8560]

"Indoor plants? To bring in the outdoors? Groundbreaking."

[@viky2002]

Architect language lol

[@David.124]

@@kateschmate that could easily look tacky though

[@jjupiter1218]

I agree w Jen A banquet in the breakfast nook would’ve been great Or maybe more comfort/cozy seating that makes it easy to spend hours eating/talking And a coffee bar would’ve been easy enough to incorporate imo

[@jsobrino]

i think the coffee bar thing was the automatic espresso machine underneath the plates? but i’m not really sure

[@hwilcox]

for me, if a designer suggested a TV in the breakfast nook.... and thanks for your time, I think we're going to find a designer more in line with us...

[@Nounou1810]

I thought that was a strange suggestion too

[@YourMajesty143]

It's a terrible idea bc of the light from the windows reflecting on the TV, making it difficult to even watch.

[@user-oz5so1le8t]

He describes integrated dishwasher like a wonder never seen before 🙂

[@David.124]

He was talking so much about everything, as if he was trying to convince us why it’s good or not 😂

[@sournectarine8343]

i mean, I've never seen a dishwasher before.

[@indemne3302]

this is my fourth video of this dude and dear god does he just ignore his clients actual wants entirely and go for what he invisions? cause that's what keeps happening. i love the idea of this series but we need someone who listens to clients and knows how to put proper personality into a home.

[@sultanatasnima8669]

A designer's priority should be both the clients needs, and then aesthetics of the space. He totally ignored what Jen wanted the space to feel like and focused only on Mike's needs. Jen doesn't look too happy with the space. Also, the TV was too small for that space, instead a wall art would have made a nice impact.

[@rnwick2646]

Agreed this was so cringy to watch.

[@neraliza]

it looks exactly the same as before.

[@ryankelly6522]

This design was underwhelming, that tv was too small, he acted like cabineted dishwasher were a new thing. And also you can actually conceal outlets with pop up receptacles and under cabinets.The lighting sucks and is under sized. This was not up to AD standards to be highlighted.

[@doryliciouz]

@@ryankelly6522 TOTALLY AGREE! It's giving Ikea builder grade for me. Not custom whatsoever.

[@Classycaramell]

Because he is the one hanging out there the most so he got to decide on almost everything

[@Andrea51108]

They HAD to throw in a frame TV somewhere 🙄🥱 The scale is never right for the rooms. A large scale piece of art would have been a nice option, in my opinion. But maybe that’s overdone too 🤔

[@fjeisdivoojlk]

We love to watch TV while we eat. It's not the best etiquette but realistically stops us from eating at the couch.

[@rivetingglance]

I love seeing spaces get redesigned but my god, that was a beautiful kitchen beforehand.

[@dkdjr2005]

Came here to say this. The previous kitchen was gorgeous and had more character and charm than the new kitchen as well.

[@henryford5105]

Something is off about the kitchen. I don't think the cabinets work. They remind me of a kids bedroom. I think if they incorporated what was there originally it would be alot nicer. I love the dining room chairs!

[@gabe1784]

I totally agree! When I saw them they just seemed out of place and very informal compared to the sophistication of the kitchen

[@edgar5814]

They seem very cheap and ikea like

[@hannahhastings3065]

Beautiful job - however, Jen’s want for a built in breakfast nook was totally dismissed 😬 there are so many chic ways to do that, and he just totally didn’t try to make it work for her. They have totally different functions. If I was the client, I think I would’ve been pretty sad about that.

[@theshypersistence]

Totally agree! This doesn't feel like a breakfast nook at all!

[@AwkMind]

Omg was going to comment the same thing, what a missed opportunity for a breakfast nook, boooo, I hope they can get it done, such a beautiful space and perfect for a nook.

[@camilleiversen3896]

I thought it was a really nice nook, just super big

[@marshhen]

Agreed, it was completely dismissed. Also the coffee station is impractical, the machine is sticking out there but where do you put things down to use it. That was not a respected request.

[@David.124]

Yes. I also feel like the small round table made the space look void. It also looked very grounded. What I would have done was used the Tampa table by Oliver Matthews, used the same chairs on the entry side and a curved bench and the window/wall side. Put a large vase with tall flowers in the middle so it doesn’t look so grounded, and an oval shaped light fixture that would bring the eyes up. Maybe a wide lantern pendant. If not, I would have built that wall farther inward below the windows, use the same oval table, have an oval cut out where the seating would be. With seating, the wall would act as the back of the bench, and then put an open back curved bench on the other side. Put some plants on top of the bench wall, and then maybe either shelves for books on each side of the wall where the bench is, or storage hidden with mounding or board and batton. Basically the space would look like this {0)

[@crowdedsubwaystation]

That table is too small for the nook. He should have listened to Jen and if not a rectangular table, he could have at least had an oval table so there is more room for people and stuff while also incorporating the rounded wall. Instead, he disagreed with everything she said so instead of feeling at home in her new kitchen, she just thought about how instagramable it was.

[@EH23831]

Exactly what I thought - that space was crying out for a large oval table and window seat - they can easily change that up later (but keep those chairs 😍)

[@sincerelysof]

I do like the new kitchen, but I agree. He did shut down her ideas immediately. Although, some of her ideas were indeed impractical, her idea for a rectangular table was understandable. The space is big, so it needs a big table. Yes, a table without corners makes sense in that place, but the functionality and size of it was completely disregarded. An oval table would suit the room the best. The clients also mention the usual big social gatherings, so more seats are a must.

[@careybuchanan]

Big mistake not to have the banquette/comfy seating in the breakfast nook similar to the one in Matilda Goad's space - you were robbed, Jen! The boys should have listened to you.

[@joohsay]

No, its not a mistake. Her husband clearly stated why it wouldnt be a good ideal!

[@samanthaprokop696]

He was like "round table" and she was like "no, square" and he was like "...no. round..."

[@trintube68]

Yeah, that was odd. It's her house.

[@lwilliams2186]

This kitchen was bigger than the footprint of my whole house! It literally has an echo even after the remodel. So out of proportion it makes the humans inside look tiny (imagine how that little baby will feel when eating breakfast in their high chair.. like they're in a cafeteria.) There's a limit to what design can accomplish when the proportions are that out of whack but the neutral on neutral, minimalist aesthetic does it zero favors. It is an oatmeal colored cavern. Definitely needed more clearly defined zones rather than acres of bare countertop and one round table (which was also out of proportion with the space). More texture, pops of color (not just one plant), and some 3/4 walls or at least a folding screen to break up the space. Real art on the walls, maybe a tapestry to soften the hard lines and be proportionate with the space. A great sideboard. A cozy sofa/coffee area for mom and baby to play and relax while dad is baking? More textiles. Not putting a banquette under that bay window was a mistake, it could have been fab for entertaining. The tiles they selected were incongruous and look liked remainders from a La Quinta Inn buffet. Instead of adding texture or interest they just emphasized this blah oatmeal aesthetic. Was the plate collection just.. white plates? 🤔 If my friends consistently gifted me white plates, would get new friends (and plates). IMO - so much wasted potential in this space. It looked like a set from Gattaca. Guys! Clean/minimal design doesn't have to mean cookie cutter. The client saying it looked like a pinterest page was tragically apt.

[@terrywedam831]

Love this comment

[@posthocprior]

This was painful to watch. And they seemed like good clients. Can’t imagine the complexity that bad clients would give you.

[@KAZAM707]

They seemed like good clients? The entire time they looked incredibly nervous and untrusting. They should have at least pretended for the camera.

[@pistachioonut6683]

@@KAZAM707 pretend for the cameras? It's their home, they have to live with it once the cameras are gone. He's a go designer, but a great designer would have listened to the clients and worked with them. Instead, he totally ignored Jen's ideas.

[@KAZAM707]

@@pistachioonut6683 yeaahhh

[@lw3269]

I don't even like white kitchens, but it was so much nicer than the makeover. If they wanted soapstone, they could have just redone the countertops. And he didn't give her the breakfast nook she requested. What a colossal waste of money.

[@RZOTheFool]

I like how they don't agreed everything the designer said like other celebrities, I think Erick should make it work for Jen's idea because she is his client too not just mike. As an interior designer he should focus on the client's needs and make it work in that space. ( I am not saying this like I am some kind of POPULAR INTERIOR DESIGNER) I am just telling what he could've done.

[@marktacchi159]

Dude is going to hate the microwave at his knee level. Give him six months of that and he'll be hacking a solution. Those old style subzero fridges are dangerous. My wife literally broke her finger when that heavy door slammed. You'll be replacing that before your kids get squished. What's with guy pushing that lame Samsung 'art' junk. Man, if you want art, support the local artists and buy something.

[@theshypersistence]

Love the energy between the designer and client, although I do find the makeover rather underwhelming? The old kitchen had more character and felt homier. I also agree with the other comments that he completely ignored her request for a breakfast nook and gave them a dining room instead and was quite insistent on that TV they never asked for! So odd.

[@doryliciouz]

Yes, he did way too much fast talking which says he's trying to hard to convince them to like his ideas.

[@theshypersistence]

@@doryliciouz steamroll the client then implement your ideas before they have chance to object lol

[@MrWhiskeycricket]

the old kitchen was dated and cheap looking.

[@lizabetx483]

They could have just changed the island. The first cabinetry was much better. This looks like a bargain kitchen.

[@doryliciouz]

@@lizabetx483 ikea kitchen

[@Lounelasauvage]

I like the little details like the amount of storage, the outlets on the island, the things making life easier but overall there is nothing special for the room that is supposed to be the heart of the home. It’s pretty bland and cold. The breakfast nook could have been so welcoming and cosy.

[@nadinekohl]

Love the soapstone. EVERYONE goes for marble and it just isn't a durable surface and it's not this unique.

[@jaaanska]

Right! Marble had it’s moment but it’s overused

[@MH-cj1gz]

I thought soap stone was brittle. look great. what's the pros and cons about it? ty

[@dori-]

Actually marble isn’t used as much as you think these days. Most people are opting for stain and etch free quartz or ceramic with the “marble look.”

[@nadinekohl]

@@dori- I would say 90% of the jobs my work does (general contracting) is marble. It requires a lot of care and stains easily but most architects choose it because it is beautiful and classic.

[@Gogoro7]

I actually like the before kitchen. Also, why did the designer completely disregard her wish for built in seating in the breakfast nook, could have been stunningly done, boo on the redo! 👎🏼

[@chaoswitch1974]

I agree. The after just looks like walls of flat, white cabinetry. So ugly.

[@hazelakinyi6675]

I thought I was weird liking the initial one ,mahn it was beautiful 😭he could've have just added or replaced few things. This was not it! I wish they were honest !!!

[@user-px7nh7vs4b]

Me too. I thought it was quite nice before but it's about what they want.

[@Trblues22]

Hahaha, he is so funny he said that Ficus doesn't need a lot of light.

[@Lau3464l]

and that's definitely not a ficus audrey lmao!

[@cwhitetkd]

Hiding outlets with cutting boards sounds so annoying, you're moving the cutting board somewhere else every time you need to access the outlet

[@chouette5149]

loved seeing a Latino designer on this channel!

[@homedesign1898]

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[@KacyPaide]

I actually love this kitchen. It's tasteful, cool, soothing, and natural. I don't get the soapstone though. I love soapstone and have it in my bathroom, but it looks beat up in every kitchen I've seen it in. It's relatively soft and will show so many scratches as he works on it, as well as dings around the sink.

[@TheGwyther]

The lack of cabinet hardware is going to come back to haunt them. Fingerprints, paint wear. And, with the permanent cutout, repainting will be the only option.

[@homedesign1898]

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[@namphan813]

This is one of those videos where everyone should read the comments before throwing 10+ minutes of your life away.

[@Shayoyeye5223]

Very practical and looks like it would be easy to keep clean. My favourite is the island.

[@homedesign1898]

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[@chauhound1917]

omg; i love her! She tells jokes at an impressive clip and never cracks a smile. gorge

[@hotwasabi8]

The functional upgrade to the island is good, but this remodel is a MASSIVE DOWNGRADE overall and an absurd waste of money and materials to re-do a was perfectly usable kitchen.

[@lizabetx483]

Agreed. I would have just changed the island everything else was lovely and much better looking than the new edition.

[@paulajf4205]

"Do you need 2 dishwashers?" "100 per cent!" Rich people and their luxuries- ugh! Other than that, yes, lovely example of minimalism.

[@youp9546]

Don't like the recessed pulls (?) for the drawers. They are future dirt valleys.

[@Lau3464l]

can only imagine how many crumbs and smears will get in there, especially with how stick kids hands are. will be a total pain to clean.

[@farasyahandmade7597]

The home I bought came with these recessed pulls and I hate them so much!

[@EH23831]

Agree- Erik clearly doesn’t have kids

[@cj4607]

Most people would have killed for the before kitchen.

[@05cacaiplay]

The dinning table should be a bit bigger though. It looks so small on bigger room like that. It need more drama in my own opinion, but if the owner loves it. Then, he succeeded!

[@lovelymisshazel]

Wait I’m confused, I thought the table was to be able to fit 11 people??? That table looks so small in that nook IMO Also, I wonder if they’ll regret the handles with the baby

[@elenak.4521]

No, it was the entire kitchen, Island+ table that could fit 11 people

[@edendimichele]

I think the lack of handles is great if you have babies. A baby can figure out a handle very easily and get into cabinets, possibly getting hurt in the process.

[@doryliciouz]

That guy should've been fired as soon as he dismissed Jen's idea for HER home! I hate how they both disregarded Jen's suggestion and laughed at her. THEN, to add insult to injury, Mike didn't even have the decency to defend or comfort his wife. Jen looks so unhappy @ 12:12. This guy did way too much fast talking which says he's trying too hard to convince them to like his lackluster ideas. The finished product is giving Ikea builder grade for me, not custom whatsoever. "Mike and I have secret conversations where we text each other." - SO EFFING CRINGE! 🙄

[@lizabetx483]

Waste of good money and a good kitchen!

[@Caroline-wi4ym]

Jen seems cool. Mike seems like that spoiled, whiny, picky kid you grew up with that nobody ever wanted to invite over.

[@outloudkat]

Did this take longer than the 2 months the designer stated? In the empty room she said they had a newborn, and during the reveal she said they had a 1 year old!

[@schnaftipufti]

Can't believe the waste that's promoted. The kitchen was perfectly ok. Most people would envy such a kitchen. Absolutely insane!!!

[@homedesign1898]

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[@lightworks3172]

Jen's old house was my dream house. If only... Better yet, one day!

[@homedesign1898]

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[@starnejme6902]

Bizzare. Outlet hidden by a chopping board? Was just as nice before.

[@MsLul123]

Fighting about the dishwasher- so relatable

[@mdh1974]

I liked ALOT OF JEN'S ideas but her designer & husband kept shooting them down. Banquet/bench seating is popular for breakfast seating areas in kitchens. Especially. the L shaped benches with chairs arranged around the rest of the table.

[@yannanydeira]

I wanted to like it but it doesn't speak to me, not that it matters it's not my kitchen. I wish they went with a larger grander round table to really fill up that space, that the cream and dark counters which is usually good contrast seems polarizing and I wish they changed the stove out because the red handles also seem odd in the minimal space

[@cmcm4204]

We debated sink on island versus hob when we remodels, and decided on hob in the end. I prefer spending time at the stove than the sink, so I wanted to be social at the island while cooking. And also sinks get pretty messy, so I didn’t want that to be the focal point of the island!

[@lauraperalta607]

Love the end result, beautiful!

[@jessicahill442]

looks dated already, i had such high expectations for this kitchen

[@mitchmcclain7087]

When the before is what my kitchen would look like renovated

[@MsCristina38]

Wow! Stunning!

[@kaylawatson8540]

LOVE THE SOAPSTONE ❤️😍

[@homedesign1898]

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[@phillipnewsom5364]

if you watch this at 0.75 speed, it's much less stressful

[@David.124]

Not even going to lie, I don’t like it at all. The cabinet doors look kind of cheap to me even though they’re obviously not. If you were going minimal, I would have just went for press cabinets, the cut outs take away the luxury that cabinets have because the pulls and hardware make the kitchen look like some sort of jewelry. I love the stone that they used, but it looked kind of disconnected from everything else, and to me it didn’t really make sense for the space. Love the backsplash and the range though. And I LOVE the overhang on the island. Maybe I would have added open shelving or glass doors for more dimension and so it doesn’t feel like a box The kitchen and dining space have a different vibe. The small round table makes the dining space look very void, it also isn’t focaled for the TV, so it doesn’t really make sense. I think a wide oval table would have been better with an open back bench on the window/wall side and minimal chairs on the other. I would have added a large vase with tall flowers in the middle to elevate the table a little bit so it wouldn’t look as grounded or heavy.

[@cassiemarie9900]

The soapstone counters are absolutely beautiful 🤩…

[@hughbrown7027]

For a family that enjoys entertaining, that is a small table...

[@marionchanson5479]

I don't like the kitchen. The style of the cabinet doesn't work with the worktop. The back splash isn't very nice. And the TV on the wall is too small. I guess the clients ask for it but a TV in a dinning room is an ambiance killer. You're supposed to have a nice chat around a meal.

[@rnwick2646]

AMEN!!

[@adultswimbump]

Didn't want features to stand out in the kitchen ... uses bright red knobs for the oven

[@MissCarambola]

I do not get it!! I have always wondered who really wants those! Not in Europe :D

[@doryliciouz]

@@MissCarambola only flashy wasteful garish Americans - signed an American

[@chromberries7329]

That's the trademark look of the Wolf stove. They're extremely expensive so of course they want you to be able to identify it!! Rich ppl things I swear....

[@MissGladysL]

Why does every sentence sound like a question while describing the changes done?

[@lovelygeorge1950]

Beautiful triangle - washing vessels, cooking, fridge.

[@krissmgvlogs]

The kitchen was perfectly fine. All he had to do was move the sink which was in an odd place. Money wasted. 😂

[@homedesign1898]

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[@SuperNitenurse]

Funny I feel the same way. I love the before

[@MelbourneArchviz]

I'm an architect and an interior designer and I agree, rich people having fun while the poor are starving.

[@rnwick2646]

Just ridiculous!!!!!

[@thefilthelement]

Dream gourmet kitchen "The kitchen we had was just terrible" 🙄

[@beverlybeverly6112]

I would never let this guy decorate my house so ugly

[@Esbbbb]

This is so good with Jen questioning many parts and not just taking everything in

[@homedesign1898]

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[@procrastnwriter]

I fast forwarded this and when I saw their faces it looked like they were smiling with their mouths but their eyes were dull and/or shocked. They were not happy with the outcome. And wow, undermining Jen's needs/wants. I'm sure they had some agreements on things and it wasn't a surprise but it really missed the mark here. Underwhelming.

[@adrielathome]

This series would be so much more interesting if it focused on smaller spaces from real people. These types of videos don't really help anyone.

[@Hernameispamela]

So beautiful!!!

[@jonnyharvey]

Hilarious about the Pizza Hut bench idea and the two guys are like Noooo!!🤣

[@FOREVERKXS]

The designer is nice, I can totally hear him saying “This one time at Band Camp!”😂

[@ospuddy]

I would just redo the island to move the sink closer to the stove. The rest of the kitchen was fine no demolition needed.

[@alichidester2260]

What type of plant is used on the counter? The living branches with roots in the glass vase.

[@nonjabulozondi3426]

🥰🥰love this kitchen!

[@homedesign1898]

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[@winstonef]

There's something a little grotesque about them ripping out the entirety of the old kitchen. It looked to be in great working order, I'm sure much of it could have been repurposed.

[@morenasky]

the older kitchen had an outdated feel

[@mavettcueva3455]

amazing

[@kamakauli]

This kitchen is when function meets beauty! Love it!!! All the materials are so gorgeous and can go with any decor! She can add and layer in her home and that kitchen will be good for 30 years to come. Well done 👍

[@violondon8776]

Love the house. Funny how the designer uses so much upspeak. Everything he says sounds like a question

[@KacyPaide]

The upspeak drives me absolutely MAD. It happens in absolutely every sentence - sometimes multiple times. I bet he has no idea he does it.

[@wendydevereaux4282]

Why didn’t they just change island to add the extra dishwasher and relocate the sink plus add seating? She could have had a cool banquette against the tv wall or an oval table for more seating That round table seems too small

[@doradodo1503]

They could have just put new fronts on the old cabinets

[@Kaye_G]

Mike doesn't look so impressed. lol

[@leonardofontalvo482]

The dishes in that tall cabinet are like an accident call

[@mpc5584]

The before kitchen was prettier (am all for decluttering) but it seems like this new one is much more functional for the family 😀

[@louiseringsmose]

I L O V E IT!! 🤩👏🏻🤗

[@fransirahome]

Love this beautiful kitchen.

[@mariochezdesign]

Beautiful 🖤

[@deborahcaldwell9775]

Two dishwashers/areis so very good

[@theresamay9481]

Except the breakfast nook, I like the before better. Why do they make new rooms look like cold institutions?

[@alexkimball7131]

Oof. This was pretty awful. It's completely lacking in character, plus they didn't really listen to what she wanted at all.

[@boburwell9921]

Character is very difficult to do new

[@juded.3792]

Not loving this aesthetic, She asked for a built in breakfast nook, 🤔, why does he not listen to the client. How is that breakfast nook indoor/outdoor?? Great opportunity to be creative but missed the mark. It looks like your at the Marriott breakfast lobby. Glad they are happy with it , and as always everyone has different taste.

[@leonscott543]

Dang so was this the ignore Jen show? 😂

[@shellisannes464]

Friends and family gave all white plates. Gee everything white, with green plants and dark things to match, I thought maybe the coffee station could hold some unique interesting element, but nope. This look is so repetitive.

[@homedesign1898]

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[@elenak.4521]

I don't get the hate in the comments, okay it's basic, but this is the trend these days. Also, they mentioned that they like Scandinavian style and yeah, Scandinavian style is literally this basic and simple, but if that's what they like? Also, I really do believe that this is a practical improvement, the island is easier to clean, it has outlets, more storage, extra seating and in my opinion a nicer color. Plus, yeah, the sink is closer to the fridge now which is way more practical than before. Yeah okay, the dishes are all white and she probably bought them, they aren't her family's and even if they were they really aren't that special, but honestly who cares. I think that they honestly weren't looking for a really "unique" kitchen style-wise. They just wanted some practical small changes and some different materials and that's what their designer made.

[@joohsay]

exactly, he gave them what they wanted and matched their aesthetics.

[@Ericthegreat1483]

I don’t agree with all the hate for this kitchen, the minimalist look is a lot better than the fussy, busy old kitchen and don’t see this falling out of style anytime soon. Could do with some more texture or art but it’s a kitchen after all

[@nonjabulozondi3426]

Agreed. I love this kitchen… the original one looks kind of dated already and has too many details for me. Also they specifically said the kitchen doesn’t work for their needs - 🤷🏾‍♀️ so I see no issue in them doing a remodel

[@homedesign1898]

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[@kdaislikee]

beautitful design but noting that they seem to have lived in the space before the actual reveal made the reveal kind of pointless haha. The little things you notice. Nonetheless, obsessed with soapstone and will be installing this in my home :D Good job, Erick.

[@alejandramd2]

Gorgeous, calming, beautiful, minimalist

[@lmartinez7534]

The before was so much better!! They seemed disappointed but obviously couldn’t express it.

[@stevethea5250]

Idk who Jen is but she seems real cool and the humour about being an adult LOL

[@loveautumnbreeze]

i like the breakfast nook..

[@hildy208]

I don’t get the tv in the dining room. I suspect it’s only there because of a sponsorship.

[@anabelrobles8994]

More episodes please 🤩

[@SusanRubinsky]

I liked the before kitchen a million times better, though agree about the weird placement of the original sink and the lack of island seating. The new kitchen is going to look outdated in two seconds. The After kitchen looks like a 1990s kitchen to me. I am so done with black/grey in kitchens -- cold and uninviting.