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Kitchens · Completed project
Light Gray Galley Kitchen with Patterned Tile and Orange Pendants
A galley kitchen in light gray shaker cabinets, where a bold navy, orange and white patterned tile backsplash and two orange pendants give the room its color.
- Project
- Kitchen remodel
- Layout
- Galley with window sink wall
- Highlights
- Patterned tile backsplash
- Service area
- San Jose Bay Area
Project overview
About this project
Two parallel runs of light gray shaker cabinets form this galley kitchen, with a short peninsula at one end and a tall pantry and refrigerator wall at the other. Charcoal quartz counters run the full length of both sides.
The backsplash is the statement: a patterned tile in navy, orange and white that wraps the window wall and climbs to the ceiling behind a stainless chimney hood. Two orange dome pendants pick up the warm tone in the tile.
An undermount stainless sink sits below a wide sliding window, a gas range with a stainless hood anchors the opposite wall, and dark-stained wood flooring runs through the room.
Patterned tile
Navy, orange and white tile from counter to ceiling on the window and range walls.
Orange pendants
Two dome pendants over the sink that echo the tile color.
Charcoal quartz
Dark quartz counters on both runs and the peninsula.
Chimney hood
Stainless wall hood over a slide-in gas range.
Project photos
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Scope of work
What we built
Everything Quartz Construction & Remodeling handled on this project, grouped by part of the job.
Cabinetry
- Light gray shaker cabinets
- Tall pantry cabinets beside the refrigerator
- Peninsula with drawers
- Brushed bar pulls
Surfaces
- Charcoal quartz counters
- Patterned tile backsplash to the ceiling
- Undermount stainless sink
Appliances & lighting
- Slide-in gas range
- Stainless chimney hood
- Orange dome pendants
- Recessed lighting
How we work
How a project like this comes together
The same five steps run every Quartz job, from the first visit to the final walkthrough. One team designs, permits and builds it.
Measure and design
We measure the kitchen, look at plumbing, gas and electrical, and plan the layout with you.
Selections
Cabinets, countertops, backsplash, appliances, sink and lighting are chosen before work starts.
Permits
Electrical, plumbing and any wall changes are permitted through the city.
Demolition and rough-in
The old kitchen comes out; plumbing, gas and electrical are updated and inspected.
Install and walkthrough
Cabinets, counters, backsplash and appliances go in, and we walk the finished kitchen with you.
Questions & answers
Kitchens: common questions
Planning something similar? These are the questions homeowners ask us most. Anything else, just call.
(650) 749-7436Do kitchen remodels need a permit?
Most do when plumbing, gas, electrical or walls change. We prepare the permit and coordinate inspections.
Can you change my kitchen layout?
Yes. Moving a sink, range or wall is often possible; we check plumbing, gas, venting and structure first.
Do you install cabinets and countertops?
Yes. Cabinets, countertops, backsplash, sinks, appliances and lighting are all part of our kitchen work.
Can I keep using my home during a kitchen remodel?
Usually, yes. We plan a temporary setup and keep the work area closed off and clean.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. We measure your kitchen and give you a written estimate before work starts.
Client reviews
What our clients say on Google
We had been wanting to remodel our kitchen for years, and Ohad finally made it happen. From the initial design to the final installation, he made sure everything was executed perfectly. The new kitchen is functional, modern, and truly a dream come true!
The process was smooth, the details were spot-on, and the result is modern and super functional.We love our new kitchen!
Working with Ohad on our full home remodel was an incredible experience. He helped us through every decision and made sure everything turned out exactly how we envisioned. The team was easy to communicate with and super detail-focused. We still can’t believe how beautiful our home looks!
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Helpful reading before you start
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