BLOG: Courtice Renovation

November 8, 2023

Key Details

Location: Durham Region, Ontario, Canada


Type of Project: 

  • Extensive renovation to an existing home.
  • Complete revamp of front entrance, staircase, laundry room, kitchen and bathroom


Budget: $200,000+


Timing: 3 months


The Story

The Issue: The homeowners were looking to modernize their dated front entrance and main staircase. Also on the wishlist was a brighter kitchen, an improved traffic flow to fit their lifestyle, and a bit of “WOW” factor.


The Solution: The Kooger Custom Homes & Renovations team executed a complete kitchen and main floor facelift. New hardwood flooring was installed to seamlessly match the existing floors. The new, modern kitchen included a box window with countertop going right into the window box, as well as a very clever hidden pantry, and new appliances. The radically improved laundry room was stylish and functionally quiet, thanks to a soft-closing pocket door. The front entrance area and staircase was thoroughly revamped, creating a most impressive first impression for visitors. A full renovation and update also breathed new life in to a previously tired powder room. 


Other Challenges:

  • The wall for the hidden pantry was a load-bearing wall, which required reframing of the area, to still make it work. 


Kitchen with Island

Some Favourite Features:

  • New kitchen box window (this was the most unique feature) 
  • Kitchen countertop that goes right into the window box
  • New laundry room with soft closing pocket door
  • Revamped front entrance area and staircase
  • Hidden pantry


Additional “Wins”:

  • Cambria countertop


Modern design, forward thinking and our signature Kooger craftsmanship have come together to breathe new life into this home.


What the Homeowners say:

"Enjoyed working with each and every member of the team. Very professional and dedicated to providing a superior experience."

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