Before & After

Kitchen remodeling in New Berlin: before and after

Warm brown cabinetry gives this New Berlin kitchen a richer, more coordinated appearance. The finished room pairs detailed cabinet doors with light patterned counters, metal handles, and stainless steel appliances.

The four original photographs and six finished views show the transformation from several angles. Follow the changes around the sink, cooking area, and peninsula, then look at the taller storage and smaller details that bring the design together.

Before: wood-tone cabinets and a compact work area

The original kitchen has wood-tone cabinet fronts, light counters, and a peninsula beside the dining area. A white refrigerator and a mix of appliance finishes sit along one wall, while the sink is positioned below a window. These views provide a useful comparison for both the finishes and the storage arrangement.

Original kitchen with wood-tone cabinets, a light peninsula countertop, a white refrigerator, and patterned flooring — Before: the peninsula and appliance wall show the original cabinet finish and work surfaces.

View across the original kitchen peninsula toward the window, sink, and wood-tone base cabinets — A second angle shows the peninsula beside the window and sink area.

Original kitchen viewed from the sink, with the peninsula, stools, and adjoining dining area ahead — Looking toward the dining area shows how the peninsula connects the two spaces.

Wood-tone upper and lower cabinets surrounding a white refrigerator and electric range in the original kitchen — The original refrigerator and cooking area sit beneath a continuous run of upper cabinets.

After: warm brown cabinetry and lighter counters

The Mocha stock cabinets featured in this project introduce a warm brown finish with framed door detailing. Light patterned countertops offer contrast, while metal handles and stainless steel appliances give the individual work areas a consistent appearance.

The finished photographs also show drawer storage, a tall pantry cabinet, and upper cabinets with crown molding. Along the sink wall, stretches of countertop remain visible beneath the windows. Brown flooring continues the warm palette through the room.

Finished kitchen with warm brown cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light patterned counters, and brown flooring — After: coordinated cabinetry, light counters, and stainless steel appliances define the finished room.

Light patterned peninsula countertop extending into a run of brown cabinets beneath the kitchen windows — The light countertop continues from the peninsula along the window wall.

Brown base cabinets and drawers below a kitchen window, with a sink and stainless steel dishwasher to the right — Base cabinets and drawers provide storage along the sink wall.

Tall brown pantry cabinet beside the kitchen opening, with a small matching countertop and the appliance wall beyond — A tall pantry cabinet and adjacent counter add another storage area beside the opening.

Stainless steel refrigerator, range, and microwave framed by brown cabinet doors and light patterned counters — Cabinet detailing and metal handles carry the same finish through the cooking area.

Double-bowl kitchen sink below a window, with brown upper and lower cabinets and a light patterned countertop — A closer view shows the sink, cabinet hardware, and countertop pattern together.

Planning a kitchen with warm brown cabinets

A darker cabinet finish can be the starting point for the whole room. Compare the surrounding materials at the same time so the cabinets, counters, and flooring work together.

Balance light and dark finishes. Place countertop and backsplash samples beside the cabinet door to judge the contrast in your own lighting.
Give everyday items a place. Think about what belongs in drawers, base cabinets, and tall storage before settling on the cabinet arrangement.
Review the peninsula as a working space. Consider how you prepare food, move between appliances, and use any seating beside the kitchen.

Browse our stock cabinet options to compare door styles, or explore custom cabinetry for a layout with particular requirements. Review countertop materials alongside the cabinet finish and use our kitchen design tips to prepare for a conversation with our team.

Plan your New Berlin kitchen project

Bring photos of your current kitchen, rough measurements, and your preferred finishes to our Waukesha showroom. We can help you compare cabinetry and countertops for your New Berlin home and discuss cabinet and countertop installation as part of your plan.

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Kitchen remodeling in New Berlin: before and after

Before: wood-tone cabinets and a compact work area

After: warm brown cabinetry and lighter counters

Planning a kitchen with warm brown cabinets

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