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Five styles, one kitchen: what changes and what it costs you
We ran the same kitchen photo through Modern, Farmhouse, Scandinavian, Industrial, and Traditional. The price swing was $22,000.
We took a builder-grade 1990s kitchen and generated five renovations at the same "average" budget tier. Same layout, same appliances, same footprint. Only the style changed.
The results
- **Modern:** $38,400 — flat-panel walnut, quartz, matte black.
- **Scandinavian:** $34,900 — light oak, white counters, minimal hardware.
- **Farmhouse:** $41,200 — shaker, apron sink, butcher block island top.
- **Industrial:** $46,800 — steel-frame glass uppers, concrete counters.
- **Traditional:** $52,300 — inset cabinetry, marble, detailed millwork.
Why the spread
Inset cabinetry alone adds 15–25% over overlay. Marble counters run 2–3× quartz. Steel-frame glass is a specialty item with long lead times and premium install.
The takeaway
Style is a budget decision, not just a taste decision. Try three on the same photo before you commit.
Try it on your own room.
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