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Kitchens · Completed project
Kitchen with Oak-Grain Uppers, White Slab Lowers and Navy Subway Tile
An L-shaped kitchen that mixes warm oak-grain upper cabinets with crisp white handleless lowers and a glossy navy subway tile backsplash.
- Project
- Kitchen remodel
- Layout
- L-shaped kitchen with a quartz peninsula
- Highlights
- Navy glazed tile, brass pendant
- Service area
- San Jose Bay Area
Project overview
About this project
The cabinets in this kitchen are split by color: tall flat-panel uppers in a light oak grain, and white slab-front lowers with no visible hardware. The oak-grain panels also wrap the refrigerator, so it sits in a built-in surround.
Between the two runs, a navy glazed subway tile with a slightly uneven surface covers the backsplash and rises behind a white chimney hood. White quartz counters wrap the L and continue onto a wide peninsula facing the room.
New recessed lights circle the ceiling, and a brass oval pendant with an opal globe hangs at the edge of the dropped soffit. A speckled terrazzo-look floor ties the white and wood tones together.
Two cabinet tones
Oak-grain uppers and refrigerator surround over white handleless lowers.
Navy subway tile
Glossy, hand-glazed look tile across the backsplash and behind the hood.
Quartz peninsula
White quartz counters wrap the kitchen and extend into a wide peninsula.
Brass globe pendant
An oval brass pendant with an opal globe beside the recessed lights.
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
- Oak-grain flat-panel upper cabinets
- White slab-front base cabinets
- Built-in refrigerator surround
- Peninsula with quartz top
Surfaces
- Navy glazed subway tile backsplash
- White quartz counters
- Terrazzo-look floor
Fixtures & lighting
- White chimney range hood
- Undermount sink with black pull-down faucet
- Recessed ceiling lights
- Brass and opal globe pendant
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
Guides on permits, materials and planning, written by the team that builds these projects.
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