Before & After

Before & After: A Family Kitchen In Nelson, B.C. Gets A Bright, Airy Revival

Author: Chelsea Dolan

Published on January 13, 2025

Every well-loved kitchen needs a second act. Snow Colbeck and her husband had long been dreaming of a renovation that would transform the heart of their home into a welcoming space that was perfect for entertaining and had plenty of storage to boot. Finally, the kids were older, and they were ready to make their dream a reality. “We have two teenagers and a big extended family, so our kitchen gets a lot of use,” says Snow. “We often host special-occasion meals and family get-togethers, so having a more functional space was important.”

It’s easy to swoon over the abundant natural light and uplifting vibe, a mix of warm boho style and clean-lined elegance. Snow especially loves the neutral palette and decadent finishes, a testament to a designer who definitely hit the mark. “We loved working with Caralee,” says Snow. “A renovation of this size can be daunting, but the skilled design team and contractor made it go quickly. We’re over the moon with the result.”

They called on Caralee McKinney of Nelson’s Spruced Kitchens to take on the project. The design brief included opening up the kitchen, and upgrading the space with modern finishes and decorating elements that had elements of a boho style kitchen.

Scroll down for a look inside this boho-style kitchen!

Photographer:

Amanda Mary Creative

Source:

Kitchens + Baths

Designer:

Caralee McKinney