The Shasta kitchen remodel was one of our first kitchen renovations in Camarillo. The clients designed their kitchen with Architect Gavin Studer. Most of the materials were chosen by the clients and even had their open shelving wood material shipped down from Oregon. We opened the space which included a new beam and footings to remove a load bearing wall. We installed new windows and a french door.
Preparation:
Cleared the area: Removed all appliances, furniture, and personal items from the kitchen.
Turned off utilities: Shut off the water, gas, and electricity to the kitchen to ensure safety during demolition.
Protected surrounding areas: Covered floors and nearby surfaces with protective materials to prevent damage.
Removal of Fixtures and Appliances:
Disconnected and removed appliances like refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers, etc. disconnected any gas or water lines.
Removed fixtures: Took out sinks, faucets, cabinets, countertops, and any other fixtures in the kitchen. Use appropriate tools to disconnect them from the walls or floor.
Structural Demolition:
Demolish cabinets and countertops: We used pry bars, crowbars, and hammers to remove cabinets and countertops from the walls and floor. Being cautious to avoid damaging the underlying structure.
Removed certain sections of flooring:
Disposal:
Sorted materials: Separate materials like wood, metal, and concrete for recycling or proper disposal.
Hauling: Loaded the debris into a dumpster for removal.
Recycling: Took recyclable materials to appropriate recycling centers.
Clean-Up:
Removed any remaining debris from the floor.
Wiped down walls and floors to remove dust and residue.
Checked for hazards: Inspected the area for any remaining safety hazards, such as exposed wires or sharp objects.
Installation:
Cabinets: Installed new cabinets according to the planned layout. Used a level to ensure they are straight and properly aligned. Secured them to the wall studs using screws.
Countertops: Installed Quartz countertops according to the design. This involved cutting and fitting the countertops to size, as well as securing them to the cabinets with adhesive or screws.
Appliances: Installed new appliances, such as a stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave, following the manufacturer’s instructions. Made sure they were properly connected to plumbing and electrical lines.
Flooring: New laminate flooring installed in the kitchen and living room.
Backsplash: Installed backsplash above the countertops along with tile on the walls which protected the walls from spills and splashes. Finishing Touches:
Applied a fresh coat of paint to the walls to complete the look of the kitchen.
Trim and molding: Installed trim and molding around cabinets, countertops, and other edges for a finished appearance.
Lighting: Install new light fixtures, such as overhead lights, under-cabinet lighting
