homes YOUNG KITCHEN BOTETOURT COUNTY The Young family wanted to refresh and update their 1990s builder basic kitchen, which had stained oak cabinetry executed in a U-shape. The Youngs wanted to keep the budget from ballooning, so opted not to tear down any walls and work within the confines of the existing layout. They chose to paint the lower cabinets a mid-tone blue, and the upper cabinets a clean white. The " tuxedo " kitchen (darker lower cabinets, lighter upper cabinets) is both on-trend 104 JULY/AUGUST 2022 and a classic choice. Two-toned cabinetry creates interest, breaking up the monotony of a single color choice. It can also bring personality to a space that has little natural architectural interest. The soffits were painted white with crown molding added, similar to the Rutherford kitchen. The combination of white subway tile, white cabinets and the white soffit extends the eye and makes the kitchen appear larger than its square footage. TheRoanoker.comhttp://www.TheRoanoker.com