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2009 Home Improvement Challenge: Kitchen Winner and More Great Ideas

From major makeovers to modest updates, these kitchens marry function and aesthetics. See the winning kitchen design and more of our favorites from the 2009 Home Improvement Challenge.

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Winner: Room to Stretch

Improving functionality was the primary goal for the kitchen remodel in this 1915 foursquare house, but more light and space, an airy sense of openness, and better traffic flow were definite perks of the remodel. The two-level cherry island offers a breakfast bar on one side and a new range with a downdraft vent. Respecting the style of the house, new cabinetry has flat inset panels and antique glass doors. Cabinets run all the way to the 9-foot-high ceiling to emphasize the height of the room. New maple hardwood floors match those in the rest of the house.

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jvferrigno says:
I am so sick of you showing these renovations on large kitchens. I have a very narrow long kitchen. ......
I am so sick of you showing these renovations on large kitchens. I have a very narrow long kitchen. I never see anthing like mine. I can't even use the ideas you show. Of course money is a problem as I am not able to put an addition on my house. I also hate when you redo these huge bathrooms, which most people don't have.
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jvferrigno wrote:

I am so sick of you showing these renovations on large kitchens. I have a very narrow long kitchen. I never see anthing like mine. I can't even use the ideas you show. Of course money is a problem as I am not able to put an addition on my house. I also hate when you redo these huge bathrooms, which most people don't have.

11/4/2009 11:03:52 AM Report Abuse
ejredder wrote:

I love this site..thank you for sharing. I have attic/Salvation Army/rummage furiture thrown in with my family antiques. Your site, magazine and ideas that are offered have taught me how to combine and create a decor that is comfy and warm. I am a self taught decorative artist and I love, love furniture, but can't afford to buy new very often...I paint and refinish my own furinture. You and your staff are right there with me...you are great teachers. Judy Redder

10/29/2009 02:21:43 PM Report Abuse
anonymous wrote:

Have loved your magazine since I was a young girl (I am now 66) My whole family would take our turns looking at it and we would use your ideas to all work on our home......I still do! Linda, Texas

10/29/2009 01:08:27 PM Report Abuse

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