In this 1904 home in Minneapolis’ historic Seward neighborhood, the kitchen needed far more than a surface-level update. The space lacked functional storage, had limited natural light, and the layout made cooking together harder than it should’ve been. The goal was to rethink how the kitchen worked day-to-day by improving flow, creating smarter storage, and opening the room enough to make it feel bright, usable, and welcoming, all while keeping the integrity of the historic home intact.
Minneapolis , Minnesota
Built In 1904
Kitchen Remodel
Our Client's Vision
The design vision centered on creating a kitchen that felt as vibrant and energetic as the people who used it. They wanted color, joy, and something modern and spirited, but still connected to the home’s early-1900s character. We kept the charm by refinishing the original hardwood floors and exposed brick chimney stack, but opened it up to make cooking together easier. Teal appliances quickly became the heart of the palette, grounding the space with a retro nod that felt both bold and deeply personal. Clean lines, warm materials, and bright finishes kept the room feeling fresh and open, while thoughtful storage and a more intuitive layout made cooking together easier.
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Kitchen Color Palette
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The finished kitchen remodel became a bright, vintage, and personal space that works hard and looks like it truly belongs to them.
Added a long cabinet beneath the new window to anchor the wall and significantly increase storage
Introduced teal appliances as a focal point, balanced with warm wood and soft finishes
Preserved original elements like the exposed brick and hardwood floors to keep the home’s character present
Layered in thoughtful lighting, fresh tile, and playful color to create a kitchen that feels open, welcoming, and uniquely theirs
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client testimonial
- Nikolas H.
Before the remodel, there was little we could think to do with such a small space. But Lidia and her team transformed every last inch of the room so that it feels as though it has doubled in size, where every inch is functional and pleasing to the eye. Lidia's team were very friendly and helpful with every step along the way. They helped us work through any issues that came up when remodeling such an old house, and we really valued their insight, and appreciated their devotion to finishing the job. We would definitely work with Lidia and her team in the future, for any other house remodel project, and we highly recommend them to anybody looking to remake or remodel their living space.
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