"A few things to love from the '70s, design-wise? Macrame, rattan, funky patterns - even conversation pits. A few things that certainly aren't missed from the decade? Orange-toned everything, florescent lighting, and bland laminate countertops. Unfortunately, Jenessa Weaver's 1977 kitchen had several not-so-fun-or-funky '70s details, and she was looking for a change. So she enlisted the help of her childhood best friend, Alysha, designer and owner of Camp Interiors."
"First up was removing the giant troffer light, which made the ceilings feel about a foot shorter than they actually were. Jenessa replaced that with can lighting and a pendant in the center of her kitchen. Removing the bulky light allowed room for taller cabinets that stretch all the way up to the ceiling, helping to elongate the whole space."
Jenessa Weaver's 1977 kitchen contained many dated 1970s elements, including mustard linoleum, brown cabinetry, laminate countertops, a giant fluorescent troffer light, and a low-hanging "boob light," which made the space feel yellowed and small. Designer Alysha of Camp Interiors aimed for farmhouse charm and improved functionality. Jenessa's contractor father helped complete the project. The troffer was removed and replaced with recessed can lights and a central pendant, allowing for taller cabinets that reach the ceiling. Upper cabinets were converted to glass-front units and a corner swap to open shelving was recommended to brighten and elongate the room.
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