Sugar & Cloth Studio Kitchenette Reveal: A Budget-Friendly Mid-Century Modern Dream


Photos by Jared Smith
After much anticipation and a few sneak peeks along the way, we are absolutely thrilled to finally unveil the new Sugar & Cloth studio kitchenette! While a few finishing touches, like adding more vibrant dinnerware to the shelves and a couple more cacti, are still on the horizon, the transformation is largely complete. Considering the humble beginnings of this space, which you can revisit here, it feels like a monumental achievement in our book. We’ve poured our hearts into creating a functional yet stylish area that perfectly embodies the Sugar & Cloth aesthetic, and we can’t wait to share all the details.
This ambitious studio renovation project was made possible through an incredible partnership with the wonderful team at Lowe’s. They were an indispensable resource, providing us with an extensive range of materials – from twenty tubes of caulk and an arsenal of paint rollers to brooms, mops, scrub brushes, knee pads, nails, screws, grout, paint, and a thousand other small but essential items. Every single detail you see in this kitchenette, no matter how minor, has been touched by Lowe’s. We truly couldn’t have navigated the countless trips and material lists without their comprehensive support and expert advice. Their partnership was pivotal in bringing this vision to life.
One of the most exciting aspects of this project is that we managed to keep everything remarkably within budget. We’re eager to share our strategies for cost-effective renovation, all our precise sources for the elements you see, and, perhaps most thrillingly, the secret behind our incredible $36 countertop! Yes, you read that right – thirty-six dollars for a seamless, high-gloss countertop. This is no joke; it’s a game-changer for anyone looking to achieve a premium look without the premium price tag. So, buckle up for a full breakdown of how we achieved this budget-friendly masterpiece!
Designing a Functional and Fabulous Studio Kitchenette
