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Before and After: See How Cabinet Refacing Transforms a Kitchen

Written by Gilbert Design Build | Sep. 29, 2025

When it comes to updating your kitchen, you don’t always need a full remodel to make a big impact. Cabinet refacing is a fast, cost-effective way to give your kitchen a brand-new look, and the Imre cabinet refacing project is a perfect example of the transformation GDB Express by Gilbert Design Build can deliver.

 

The Imre Project: Outdated Cabinets Meet Modern Style

Before the refacing project, the Imre kitchen featured traditional cabinets with a dated finish and hardware. While the cabinet boxes were still solid and functional, the overall look was tired and no longer matched the homeowners’ vision for a modern kitchen.

 

Photo 1: Before

Caption: The original cabinets were structurally sound but needed a fresh, updated look.

 

Why Cabinet Refacing?

Instead of replacing the entire cabinetry, this project used cabinet refacing, which included:

  • New doors and drawer fronts.
  • Modern hardware.
  • Matching veneer applied to existing cabinet boxes.

This approach kept costs lower than a full replacement, minimized disruption, and provided a fresh, modern aesthetic.

 

The Stunning After

The finished Imre kitchen showcases sleek, modern cabinets with clean lines and updated hardware. The transformation demonstrates just how dramatic the difference can be with cabinet refacing: the space feels brighter, more cohesive, and stylishly contemporary.

 

Photo 2: After

Caption: The Imre kitchen after cabinet refacing—modern, durable, and completed in just a few days.

 

Why Choose GDB Express for Cabinet Refacing

  • Time & Cost Savings: Most refacing projects are completed in as little as 3–4 days, compared to the weeks or months a full remodel can take.
  • Cost-effective: A fraction of the price of a full remodel
  • Professional craftsmanship: Doors, veneers, and hardware installed with precision
  • Eco-friendly: Existing cabinet boxes reused, reducing waste

Cabinet refacing is ideal for homeowners who want a fresh, modern kitchen without the extended timeline or high cost of replacing cabinets entirely.

 

Ready for Your Own Kitchen Transformation?

If your cabinets are sturdy but outdated, cabinet refacing could be the ideal solution. Contact GDB Express by Gilbert Design Build today to see how we can transform your kitchen quickly, beautifully, and affordably.

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