Updating Our Outdated Kitchen “Phase 3”

[@myview6852]

Congratulations, it looks great! Although the art work looks lovely, I love the idea of using a decorative platter behind the stove. You could even change it out seasonally or just for Christmas. I do the same behind my kitchen sink. It does not have a window behind it, so I just rest a cute rectangle melamine tray against the wall behind it. It is cute and protects against water damage.

[@ginasobota5088]

I love the changes you've made in your kitchen. It's beautiful. ⚘️

[@amyt2444]

It’s beautiful! Honestly, I prefer the green island. It felt like a furniture piece instead of part of the cabinets. Either way, congratulations!

[@Myeverydaywifelife]

Looks great! I think the white Island brightens up the place. Love the back less stove and a platter would look lovely on the wall behind it.

[@TheLittleHomestead1]

You have great style Hillary ! I really love the new counter tops and I think the butcher block/work island suits its colour and agree the contrast of the wood top beside the granite looks glovely !.

[@megroux]

I love it all but miss the green too lol

[@donnawiseman9311]

It looks lovely!! I have always loved your kitchen. It’s so “homey”, if that is a word. It’s just perfect!

[@janicel4960]

The new counters look so beautiful, and what a blessing to have a new stove for free! I think your idea of a platter above the stove is a good one, but for now the art piece looks very charming. It's a beautiful, cozy kitchen, and if you really miss the green on the island you can always paint it back!

[@carolrodenbeck2381]

I love the leathered granite in your kitchen! Great job! I miss your dark green island as well but understand wanting to tie in the cabinet color. (you can always paint it green again at some point if the stains and marks get to be too much with 4 kiddos and daily life). You deserve a beautiful kitchen - daily cooking from scratch in a space you love - yes, it is perfect for you. Every inch of your home is intentional and I love that about you and watching your vlogs/videos. Take care Hilary!

[@IamSnowbird]

Your kitchen looks beautiful but I miss the green too.

[@Barbara-pz8ky]

Your kitchen came out beautifully…love how you aren’t afraid to do so many things yourself in the process…

[@judyparks5016]

Your kitchen looks so beautiful. The island looks so bright. But I have to say I miss the green island. I agree with someone that said it looked like furniture. And now it just another cabinet. But it is lovely with that pretty hardware. Your new stove is great. I love my ceramic top. But it was hard to get use to, with my pans spinning and sliding. Lol But oh wow is it easy to clean. I love my self cleaning oven. Have a great weekend. 🙏🇺🇸🏈🐿🍂🍁

[@conniepleasantnails]

I think you made some very solid design decisions in your kitchen. I also love that you kept your old cabinets. I have the exact same counter tops and I love mine. I’ve had them for 5 years with no problems at all. I do not put anything hot on my counter tops and I only use granite cleaner on them. I have a flat front modern walnut kitchen cabinets and modern black hardware but…I have Lowe’s synthetic wood ship lap in a horizontal pattern because I had a weird gap once my counter tops were installed. I do have to baby it around the sink area but I just touch up the paint when needed. I have an under mount stainless steel sink. I do wish I had some sort of wood to cover our black hood vent. Our home is super small so I installed a small spice rack behind my stove with plastic spice jars. My glass spice jars were a hazard. One fell and cracked my glass top stove. 😕 I had to replace the stove top. I love your wood counter and I think it helps keep the nice charm to your kitchen. I especially love your knobs…really cool. I have a feeling you’re going to make a few more changes as time goes on, subtle ones. 😉❤😊

[@imahick5723]

Nice updates! I used appliance paint to paint my white refrigerator black until I replaced it. I slowly did the stainless and black for the dishwasher and the stove too until my 25 year old refrigerator gives it up it will stay black.

[@pattihurley2552]

A wooden shelf above the stove would also look cute. Love how it all looks! I personally like the white island. Enjoy!❤

[@iriswelch3553]

It turned out so beautiful! I really like the white island and the white sink! It's bright and cheerful.

[@deborahnickloy5747]

My opinions: I didn't even notice the range hood at all... I think it matches the other appliances, and I'd leave it as is. A "box" around it could be awkward. Good choice to keep the sink! I really like hearing you walk thru the process of how and why you decide things. I love that about your channel. I LOVE your island painted white! If you want some green, maybe paint the wall behind the island chairs - as an accent wall? Love the practicality of the platter idea for over the stove-top, for sure! You have such good taste, I'm sure whatever you decide will be lovely.

[@christal9093]

Funny because that's all I could notice was how the hood fan stood out now. I think a box around it would like nice. But overall her kitchen is updated nicely 😊

[@colorcrayon54]

I love what you’ve done & I agree, painting the island was a good choice. I didn’t even notice your range hood till you mentioned it but the idea/ vision picture you had would look so great! I live in a home built in 1976 w/ the original kitchen & cabinets. Because of budget concerns we had the cabinets painted & not replaced. The guy who did this was very talented so I asked him to build me, free form, a range hood. I showed him several pictures & he built & installed my new hood. I LOVE IT! Since I didn’t have the money for a full on renovation, I’m so glad he did that, it makes a huge difference! Brings my kitchen out of the 70’s…not really to 2024 but at least in the general time frame! 😊

[@OldWorldHome]

There’s so many small changes you can do to any style kitchen to make it your own! 💛

[@dalebowman4964]

The white island is a big boost up to lighten up a dark space. When you redo your butcher block top, go at least as light as your chairs- or lighter. The dark brown top fights with black counters. The above stove picture is adorable and needs to stay in your kitchen- just hang it in different spot away from grease and food spatters. Like the platter over stove idea!

[@lisaremy4817]

Hilary, your home just keeps getting more and more beautiful. ❤

[@elainewhitlock6338]

Hillary, your updated kitchen is beautiful!! I too liked your green island but now think the white looks perfect…your kitchen is just lovely…I know you will enjoy it for years to come. Up until this school year began, I watched my little granddaughter…I would give her a cloth to wipe down my cabinets and she had a ball making any spot disappear…you could do something similar with one of you little ones…just a thought. May many treasured moments and wonderful blessings abound in your lovely kitchen!!

[@OldWorldHome]

Oh yes they love to clean and be helpful 🤗

[@joyceprice6749]

@@elainewhitlock6338 I had back surgery and I had my grandson clean my bottom cabinets. He did pretty good. He likes to clean when he wants to buy sometimes he doesn't. I to love the island painted cream. It really ties everything together. It's lovely. Have a great day.

[@cynthiawhitcomb1780]

It so brightens your kitchen by having a lighter island.

[@jodollman8136]

Congratulations on your long-awaited upgrades. I installed the same sink in a previous home and loved it. I understand why you chose to keep it for the cottage vibe it gives.

[@heidireynolds5598]

The updates are beautiful! I think a cap over the range hood is a great idea!

[@jewelllowe3054]

I love it, especially the white island because it brightens up the kitchen. Beautiful! 😊

[@susandenniscook9271]

It looks so nice Hillary! I love that you kept your sink and agree that an undermount would be out of character. Your sink is totally charming!

[@elizabethdsimkins]

It’s beautiful! Love the idea of a platter. I have a plate wall and it’s one of my favorite areas with all of the different antique plates hung. Also much easier to keep clean, being behind the stove. The hardware is so beautiful as well!

[@lorrem2539]

I would get silicon strips to go between the stove and counter. I got them off Amazon and it is so nice to not have crumbs and what not fall in that little space! Love the new countertop!

[@MarieEnglish]

The older cabinets are made better and more solid , kitchen looks great .

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you!

[@lkhawkins4482]

I love your sink. So glad you kept it!

[@stephanieodom8813]

Painting the island brightened up the space so much!

[@authenticallyamber99]

The kitchen facelift looks great! 🧡🍁🍂 Everything is cohesive and classy as always. Always a blessing to find bargains on the marketplace and update the home.

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

I’m so happy for you, Hilary! Your makeovers are always so inspiring. I hope this kitchen brings you much joy each day as you bless your family with its use🌹

[@susanvelez6534]

I just wanted to express how amazing the kitchen looks. It’s truly commendable that you took the time to choose the perfect granite countertops that both you and Dan love. It took me 20 years to select mine, so it’s important to take your time; turning a house into a home is a journey. The white paint on the kitchen island really enhances the space, making it feel larger, even though I understand the appeal of the green for its practicality in hiding scuff marks. I'm also glad you decided to keep the sink; I prefer a single large sink over a divided one. Some things just work better with an older, timeless style. Congratulations on all the upgrades-they look incredible! I believe the wooden cover for above the stove will be a great addition, and I think it will be relatively easy to make. ❤xoxo

[@jkp62]

Love the countertops and that you kept the butcher block on the island. I agree that a platter would be better above the stove for the ability to clean it. I love your sink, I just love large and deep single bowl sinks, as, like you said, it holds everything ( brought my largest cookie sheet and roasting pan with me to make sure they would fit inside; I don’t have a dishwasher and have never had a problem washing and rinsing dishes in it and as I don’t run my faucet as I wash (we live in a drought area and water is very precious), instead filling the sink about 1/4-1/3 full to allow flatware and glasses to soak first, I am able to rinse easily and if the water gets too high, I just drain enough water to continue washing and rinsing- it’s not rocket science.

[@kmrolland67]

I love the counter tops! I have had granite counter tops for 28 years, and they have held up remarkably. I think you will be so happy with them. The leather look is so beautiful! So happy for you!!

[@BugsyB1979]

I love the green island, but it certainly makes aesthetic sense to change it to white - I think you made the right choice. It's only paint! Your kitchen is beautiful and full of character ❤

[@LynnInSC]

So happy for you…the kitchen is such a lovely space! Enjoy! (Miss the green island but you made the right choice to paint it to blend in.)

[@wdj8991]

Love the counters! Regarding the vent hood, I would look at replacing it first. Even if you plan to cover it anyway. The older ones have a much larger profile. By the time you clad it with wood it will seriously stick out from the cabinets. You will also be covering the fan and light switches if you clad the current one as is.

[@noreenbowen2318]

Love how it looks!! Your home always looks so warm, welcoming and cozy 😍 Thanks for sharing; GOD BLESS! 💖

[@kerripoloka994]

You did a wonderful job! So beautiful and cozy! 😊

[@debrademedici864]

I love your countertop!!!!! It looks beautiful!!!!

[@ninaprabhu627]

You are so good at everything. Very motivating but I am so bad at DIYs...love seeing your renovations

[@BengeFamily98]

The kitchen looks amazing Hillary! We replaced our countertops a few months back as well. We were on a tight budget, so we went with laminate. It looks very similar to your countertops. It's not glossy, and has a textured look and is black as well. So if someone is looking, but can't quite afford granite, there is a laminate option that looks very similar!

[@OldWorldHome]

Just curious, and you don’t have to answer if you don’t want to, but what did the laminate cost? I’ve found that some higher end laminates can cost just as much as granite sometimes

[@BengeFamily98]

@@OldWorldHome I wouldn't mind sharing at all.🙂 It was about $1200 with installation. I would guess that we have about the same amount of counter space as you do. We did look at the granite at our box store, but the choices they had weren't as pretty for the lower end granite, and a little more expensive. I'm a little bummed that we do have to watch not placing hot items on it, but I was afraid to spend more and risk them getting chipped. We also have an island! We bought it on Marketplace. It has Corian top that is white with little speckles blacks, dark grays and taupes in it. I really like the contrast. We stripped our cabinets and just clear coated them (they're oak.) the island is painted a darker gray/black to tie in the countertops. I'm glad you asked! We may have been able to find granite cheaper in a color we liked better, but there aren't many options locally.

[@debbieholt8261]

Ooh, I just love all of the updates you’ve made! You are so right about painting the island cream and letting the stained wood butcher block be the accent. If you had left it green it would have competed with the new black granite countertops in my opinion. Now I may be the only one who thinks this, but I Love the look of the painting over the stove! It gives your kitchen kind of a European old world charm and it caught my eye right away. I am also a fan of your idea of boxing in your vent hood. Such a small thing but it gives such a high end look. So charming overall!

[@RtTrningGrl]

The counters are beautiful! Love the black stove! I like the island much better painted cream. The look of the kitchen flows better, given that the size and shape of the kitchen make the island seem more like a bank of cabinets (almost like a U-shaped floor plan rather than an island). I like that the sink, dishwasher and fridge remain white, setting the stove off; the white blends with the cabinetry. And the look of that porcelain sink is perfect and appropriate for your kitchen’s style, especially with the faucet. Charming cottage look. The picture looks great over the stove but if it gets too grease splattered, a platter is a good option too. I have a platter and two mismatched saucers behind my cooktop, they lean up against the backsplash. You could try hanging the picture behind your canisters for a casual layered look. You’d hang it a few inches higher than the height it’s at now. I like the gold in that frame being repeated and carried to that side of the kitchen, picking up the brass faucet and the other two framed pieces on the sink wall. A small gold gilt frame would look nice by the French press as well.

[@Sali-yw1rd]

I liked the previous ones for aesthetic reasons but I’m sure these are more practical

[@ramonawhisenant2045]

It is all lovely!! I would sand the island top and leave it lighter!

[@Steph61795]

I really loved the green island but you have done an amazing job with your kitchen. Love your sink, love the new stove and love that little tray that holds your french press. You have great taste. Love your content. God bless you and your family❤️

[@LauraRodriguez-Peace]

Thank you for sharing, Hilary! Your kitchen looks absolutely lovely! 🩵

[@darianrose2195]

I liked the old countertops(they're much better than my builder grade fake), but the new look is nice!

[@susanholding158]

The kitchen looks lovely, we too have black granite worktops and I really love them. Glad you kept the sink

[@conniesmith3922]

Lovely transformation of your kitchen. A platter for the seasons would be beautiful, and easily cleaned. ❤❤❤

[@voodle48]

It looks beautiful, Hillary . It's very cosy but elegant and crisp at the same time.

[@annmcevoy9299]

Glad you kept your sink, love it. New ones can't compare. I've had gas and electric and never miss gas when I haven't had it. You will love the flat cooking surface!

[@lindaroyal8161]

I must admit, I loved the butcher block. I will be using it in my kitchen upgrade because I love your kitchen and the design. The new counters are beautiful, the black is a perfect choice for your design style. The leather finish is so much better than a gloss look. Score on the stove, it's a perfect match for your upgrades; it does look good to have the black all the way across. It's nice you kept the backsplash, a bit of the old world charm. I also liked the dark green on the island, can see where it would take some getting used to. You could paint the backside of the island dark green or black, where all the shoe stuff marks would be and it's not seen from the other areas. I also have always loved your cabinet knobs, they are unusual and look lovely in your kitchen. Nicely done!

[@kathrynosmond2029]

Love it , I’ve never seen leathered granite. As for the hood range there’re not expensive I would just get one …though the image you showed of the boxed in vent was very nice. The idea of a plate over the stove is fantastic, looks very nice.

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you!

[@jeanieyelton1564]

Your kitchen is beautiful. Thanks for sharing. ❤😊

Looks so good Hillary! Thank you for inviting us into your updated kitchen! 😍

[@mommargie2679]

Hillary, I love your new kitchen renovation of your countertops, and I love the look of the kitchen island as well. Everything is just simply beautiful and so well thought out!

[@carolynoquinn4573]

So happy for your countertops! You and your hubby work very hard😊

[@lydzphens]

Congradulations! It looks wonderful! I think you will be very happy with the leathered countertop. I had a 50s tiled drainboard that I replaced with a light grey polished granite. If I had only known.... that when the morning sun flooded into my kitchen and hit that polished granit that the glare would be so blinding, I would never have chosen granite. It was just like the sun reflecting off a mirror into the eye. So crass first thing in the morning! I learned to lay kitchen towls out at nite before I went to bed just to safely enter my kitchen in the morning. I quickly disliked the countertop, and I began to abuse it in hopes it would need to be replaced sooner rather than later. But it held up! Lol. So keep my experience in mind if you're thinking about the polished granite for your island. Especially if the sun comes through the kitchen window.

[@jpgaffney248]

beautiful, of course. we have the same dark charcoal granite counter tops and love them. 7 years and counting. AND a new stove! congratulations. more cooking baking videos to come.

[@herronchrisannc]

I am catching up and I love this countertop - I have the same exact leathered granite on my kitchen! I love your kitchen!

[@heatherlynngramann8371]

So beautiful!! Inspiring to see someone do a lot of the work their selves! Awesome job!

[@elisabethlasalle3529]

Love the new countertops! You did a nice job! Every little addition you do to this room just keeps making it look more homey and beautiful. Enjoy yourself in the “new” kitchen! BTW -I like the island matching the cabinets, it just seems to give your eye, more “flow” when you glance around the room!

[@bethmann3283]

Its beautiful!!! We have those identical black pearl granite countertops, I love them but a tip...be careful with pots and pans, we've chipped ours around the sink (our sink is not overlapped like yours). Watch the edges. And the seams from the installer are not the best, not sure if the leathered texture made that difficult, they had to come back to tweak thrm. Other than that I love them, and the look beautiful in my kitchen.

[@deborahnickloy5747]

I'll bet Hilary is really glad she kept the overlap sink after hearing your tip!

[@susanmartin8884]

Beautiful!! Love all the changes! I think your idea for the hood vent is perfect! Can't wait to see what you decide!

[@CJR-bs7eu]

Oh i just. Love everything!! I never saw the leathered granite before, great choice. Enjoy all your hard work, its lovely.

[@donna8212]

The kitchen turned out wonderful, Hilary. I miss the green too but it still looks great 😁. Enjoy! 🧡🕊️

[@shellyleach3377]

Love the new look of the island Hillary. It makes the top stand out more. ❤

[@annw1395]

Beautiful. I think a metal platter over the stove sounds perfect!

[@lisaengland880]

I love the new look . Absolutely beautiful !

[@believe8042]

I love the island! The cream and brown look very elegant!

[@leem200]

Love it, like you I loved the green island but the white does tie in with the cabinets and looks equally as nice. Stove is awesome. I would so surround the exhaust fan; it will look custom then. You have such good taste. Peace!

[@barbarapeterson8030]

HAPPY THURSDAY Hillary, family, and fur baby Finn. I love what you did with your Kitchen and your new stove. Enjoy your day! STTB

[@bethmannino3993]

Your kitchen looks great. We are going to be updating our kitchen and to hear your thought process is very helpful.

[@lockbournelane]

It looks SO lovely! Very Nancy Meyers vibes!

[@vlink4071]

I loved the old kitchen and now love this one more. Well done!

[@andreagorham1985]

Gorgeous! I loved the green island too, but with the black countertops, it was probably too dark. I think painting it the same color as the rest of the cabinets looks beautiful!

[@sharonsomers5513]

The counters look beautiful. The stove looks good. The hood vent that you showed would be very pretty.

[@michellebennett8633]

I love your updates! That black granite is beautiful!

[@terryruiz7417]

Great choices! Sink, perfect choice. I'm a huge enamel sink fan, have a double with bridge faucet. Traditional kitchen with a large antique cabinet at one end, just fits. I've enjoyed all your videos going back to prior to the house you're in now. It's been fun watching your decorating develop to where you are now. Thanks for taking us along!

[@janeweldon8874]

The kitchen looks great! Nice job on the counter tops.

[@jojoply]

It looks great. I know the island looks great but personally I’d want the granite on it as well. The green was beautiful. The cream does brighten up the space. Leathered granite is gorgeous.

[@chlexiel.1022]

Hilary it’s gorgeous. I love the painted island and butcher block top. Also love the new stove. Well done! It definitely represents your style for sure. I do have honed black. Going on 8 years and it still looks new. However, it’s just me and my husband and I don’t cook nearly as much as you. So I can see why you went went an option that can hold up to how much you and your family use it.

[@ginahernandez3219]

So glad that y’all left the wooden butcher block countertop on the island. But I do love your new garnet countertop. Great deal on the stove as well. Thanks for sharing, Hilary 🧡

[@michellepajot3414]

It looks great! All of it! I think that the island looks beautiful and brightens the room. The green was beautiful too, but this really makes your island stand out. Lovely ❤

[@LisainCalifornia]

It looks great! You should be so proud. What a milestone.

[@lorainkyusa]

Great job!!! The kitchen looks amazing!! 👏 👏 I like the white island. But you're right. It's harder to keep clean with the little ones. You'll get used to it. Love your little home 🏡 ❤ Have a blessed day from Ky 😊

[@beverlymenezes7681]

Your kitchen makeover looks lovely! Everything about your kitchen has always been beautiful and functional! I have to say I miss the rich look of the butcher block counters and the hunter green island... but the fresh new look along with the durable countertop really go well with the new stove and everything else ❤ Very interested to see what you have planned for the range as we're looking to conceal ours too 😊

[@janejones1797]

Everything looks just beautiful!

[@lauraflores5777]

The kitchen looks great you guys did an awesome job. I like your idea for a cover over the hood - I'm sure you guys can do it you're very handy. I also like your idea of maybe someday stripping the wood on the island and keeping it natural. That would give it a French farmhouse look. Whatever you decide it will look nice you have good taste.

[@yvettewalshe9130]

It's so beautiful. Very happy for all of you. God bless

[@juanitahill4832]

Looks lovely!!! I have always liked your kitchen. So welcoming. Thank you for sharing.

[@ValerieHatch]

I have those same exact counter tops in my lake house- make sure you seal them regularly - you should add brushed black to the handles for your cabinets

[@katietennant4087]

The green island 😭😭

[@patriciaconiglio6717]

Love, love,love your new countertops and stove. I have enjoyed your kitchen update.

[@rockers689]

I loved the green island. but understand the change. The kitchen is beautiful.

[@pamg.7742]

Great job! And the kitchen looks a lot more spacious with the new paint job on the island!

[@melaniesmith4179]

I’m sooo happy for you! It’s beautiful 😍