Project Journey
1980s ranch, original cabinets, Formica counters. Kitchen was the dealbreaker for prospective tenants.
Designed to investor ROI target. 8-day completion minimized vacancy loss. Locked price protected the math.
Listed 3 days after completion. $200/mo rent increase. Pays for itself in under 4 years.
The Problem
1980s ranch with original cabinets and Formica countertops. The kitchen was the reason the property couldn't command top-of-market rent. Every prospective tenant who toured mentioned the kitchen as a dealbreaker. The investor needed ROI, not just aesthetics.
Why They Chose Us
We understood the investor math: the kitchen needed to look premium enough to justify a $200/month rent increase, but the total cost had to pay for itself within 4 years. We designed to that ROI target, not to a design magazine.
How Our Systems Protected This Client
Promised vs. Delivered
What We Promised
- 8 days from deposit to completion
- Locked price — $9,000–$12,000
- Zero change orders on approved scope
What We Delivered
- Completed in 8 days (committed 8)
- $200/month rent increase achieved
- Listed 3 days after completion
Our Solution
Deep espresso Shaker cabinets with light granite countertops and mosaic tile backsplash — a bold, grounded look that photographs well on rental listings and appeals to a wide demographic. Island with seating adds functionality.
Full Scope of Work
- Full cabinet replacement (18 cabinets)
- Light granite countertop fabrication + install
- Mosaic tile backsplash
- Island with seating overhang
- Sink cutout and plumbing disconnect/reconnect
- Hardware installation
The Result
The investor stopped losing prospective tenants to the kitchen. The property went from 'needs work' to 'move-in ready' in 8 days.
Listed 3 days after completion. $200/month rent increase over comparable units. Kitchen upgrade pays for itself in under 4 years.
"Best ROI renovation I've done. Fast, clean, and the kitchen looks like it belongs in a $300K house."
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did the Espresso Shaker Executive Kitchen project cost?
The Espresso Shaker Executive Kitchen in Liberty, MO was completed in the $9,000–$12,000 range. This included Full cabinet replacement (18 cabinets), Light granite countertop fabrication + install, Mosaic tile backsplash, Island with seating overhang, Sink cutout and plumbing disconnect/reconnect, Hardware installation. KC Cabinetry & Stone provides locked quotes with no hidden fees or change orders on approved scope.
How long did the Espresso Shaker Executive Kitchen project take?
This project was completed in 8 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 Espresso Shaker Executive Kitchen project?
Cabinets: Shaker Espresso. Countertops: Light Granite. Full scope included: Full cabinet replacement (18 cabinets), Light granite countertop fabrication + install, Mosaic tile backsplash, Island with seating overhang, Sink cutout and plumbing disconnect/reconnect, Hardware installation.