Project Journey
Builder-grade oak cabinets were dated and worn. Every showroom pushed white or gray. Quoted $20K+ for cabinets alone.
Shaker Espresso delivered the warm modern look at production pricing. Calacatta quartz waterfall edge elevated the whole space.
Rich, warm kitchen that feels high-end. Complete package for less than others charged for cabinets alone.
The Problem
Their builder-grade oak cabinets were dated and worn. They loved the warmth of dark wood but every showroom pushed white or gray. They wanted something rich and modern — not trendy, not boring — and kept getting quoted $20K+ for cabinets alone.
Why They Chose Us
Our Shaker Espresso line gave them the warm, rich wood tone they wanted in a clean modern shaker profile — at a fraction of custom pricing. We quoted cabinets, Calacatta quartz countertops with a waterfall island edge, AND full installation for less than competitors quoted for cabinets only.
How Our Systems Protected This Client
Promised vs. Delivered
What We Promised
- 11 days from deposit to completion
- Locked price — $10,000–$13,000
- Zero change orders on approved scope
What We Delivered
- Completed in 11 days
- Full package under competitor's cabinet-only price
- Warm espresso tone they wanted — not pushed into white or gray
Our Solution
Shaker Espresso cabinets throughout with brushed nickel bar-pull hardware. Calacatta quartz countertops with dramatic veining and a waterfall edge on the island. Glass-front upper cabinet for display. Stainless steel appliances including wall oven and island-mounted range hood.
Full Scope of Work
- Full cabinet replacement (22 cabinets)
- Shaker Espresso door style with brushed nickel hardware
- Calacatta quartz countertop fabrication + install with waterfall island edge
- Sink cutout and plumbing disconnect/reconnect
- Glass-front upper cabinet upgrade
The Result
They finally got the warm, rich kitchen they actually wanted — not the white or gray kitchen everyone else was pushing. Modern but timeless.
Got cabinets, Calacatta quartz with waterfall edge, and full installation for less than the other company's cabinet-only quote. Completed in 11 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did the Shaker Espresso with Calacatta Quartz project cost?
The Shaker Espresso with Calacatta Quartz in Blue Springs, MO was completed in the $10,000–$13,000 range. This included Full cabinet replacement (22 cabinets), Shaker Espresso door style with brushed nickel hardware, Calacatta quartz countertop fabrication + install with waterfall island edge, Sink cutout and plumbing disconnect/reconnect, Glass-front upper cabinet upgrade. KC Cabinetry & Stone provides locked quotes with no hidden fees or change orders on approved scope.
How long did the Shaker Espresso with Calacatta Quartz project take?
This project was completed in 11 days from deposit to completion. KC Cabinetry & Stone handles cabinets, countertops, and installation as one company, eliminating coordination delays between vendors.
What materials were used in the Shaker Espresso with Calacatta Quartz project?
Cabinets: Shaker Espresso (Modern Collection). Countertops: Calacatta Quartz with Waterfall Island Edge. Full scope included: Full cabinet replacement (22 cabinets), Shaker Espresso door style with brushed nickel hardware, Calacatta quartz countertop fabrication + install with waterfall island edge, Sink cutout and plumbing disconnect/reconnect, Glass-front upper cabinet upgrade.