This project took a cramped, oddly laid out kitchen and opened it up to the dining room to create a light, bright kitchen!. This case study will walk you through the plan development and finishes selected for this client. We hope that you find this case study helpful and inspiring as you begin the process of planning your own remodel!
Goals discussed with client:
- Open-concept kitchen and dining area
- High-end appliances and finishes
Before & After
Floor Plans
Project Specifications
Custom cabinets crafted at Sicora’s own cabinet shop.
- Species: Paint-grade poplar
- Perimeter Finish: Benjamin Moore, OC-65, Low-Lustre in “Chantilly Lace”
- Island Finish: Benjamine Moore, 1649, Low-Lustre in “Polaris Blue”
Wilsonart Quartz “Calacatta Pastino”
Ruvati Roma, RVH8222. Stainless steel
Brizo, Matte Black
Benjamin Moore, OC-25, ‘Cloud Cover’
- Kitchen Island and Sink Pendants: Bellevue “Wendell”
- Kitchen Sink Wall Sconces: Bellevue “Wendell”
- Dining Room Light: Crate & Barrel "Cosmo Broze Pendant"
Total Project Cost
#1. Kitchen project as described: $115,455
Current pricing as of 03/17/25
Good to Know

What's Included in a Sicora Project
- Permits, construction plans, inspections, dumpster, lead testing, and necessary site prep
- Portable on-site toilet
- Design assistance for finish and material selections and project management
- Structural engineering
- Online client web portal set up specifically for management of your project
- Full warranty: 12 month cosmetic warranty; 2 year mechanical warranty; 10 year structural warranty
- Installation of appliances paid for and supplied by the owner
Financing Options
If you are evaluating ways to finance your project, we encourage you to reach out to Gail Vinje of CrossCountry Mortgage, who manages a majority of the construction loans that Sicora works with.
Email gail.vinje@myccmortgage.com
Call (612) 670.4230

Complimentary Consultation
If you would like to discuss your project with Sicora, you can schedule a consultation in one of the following ways:
- Schedule a complimentary, in-home consultation online on our Contact page. Click on ‘schedule an in-home consultation’ and you’ll see all of the available meeting days and times.
- Email us at: contactus@sicora.com
- Phone Consultation at 952.929.0098
We look forward to helping you craft a beautiful solution for your home!