Kitchen Remodel Addition Contractor in Phoenix & Scottsdale

Kitchen Remodel Addition in Phoenix, AZ

This kitchen addition was a very special project. This 1950’s ranch house was originally my grandmother, grandfather, and father’s home. I spent countless hours there—from the time I was born until I moved to the Phoenix area.

It’s now my mother’s home. My mom has had a passion for cooking for as long as I can remember. She decided to update and expand the kitchen, so we got to work.

Based on mom’s input and ideas, we helped design a kitchen addition to improve the function, look, and energy efficiency of the home.

Exterior Renovations- Kitchen Additions in Phoenix, AZ

Claire wanted a carport instead of a garage—both to save on costs, and to use for outdoor gatherings. The exterior scope of work included:

Kitchen addition and expansion
Carport with storage closet
Exterior foam board insulation
Asphalt roofing & gutters
Triple pane windows & exterior doors
“James Hardie” cement board & batten siding
Exterior painting

The exterior of the home was sided with “James Hardie” cement board siding. Under that siding we added 2″ of foam board insulation, as well as spray foam air sealing.

The total R-value of the walls is approximately R26, and we installed energy efficient triple pane windows.

The energy bills were reviewed upon completion of the project.

The energy use of the home went down by approximately 10% while the size of the home increased by 25%. The house is very comfortable year round.

Interior Renovations- Kitchen Additions in Phoenix, AZ

Mom wanted a larger, more open, and more modern kitchen. We extended the kitchen into an addition.

The addition includes a breakfast seating area, and a walk-in pantry with shelving and storage space.

The area for the kitchen table was also expanded with a “bump out” addition to accommodate family holiday gatherings and dinner parties.

The cabinet and counter space was doubled. New solid wood, painted cabinets feature pull out shelves behind the doors, and plenty of drawers for utensils.

Mom’s large cook book library found a home in built-in bookshelves in the breakfast area.

This interior remodeling project included:

Kitchen addition, renovation and redesign
Kitchen cabinets & countertops
Breakfast nook area with built-in shelving
Pantry with shelving and storage space
Solid oak flooring to match existing
Trim & finish work
Interior painting
New sink & plumbing fixtures
Upgraded lighting, fans & ventilation
Microwave exhaust hood
Basement insulation

The dramatic transformation and remodel of this family home created an open kitchen, improved layout, and ample storage. It’s now perfect for entertaining and every day use, just like mom wanted!

Project team: details & links

Previous Project

This project was done by the owner of Project Construction LLC prior to forming a construction company in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Project Type

Design-build
Home addition
Kitchen & bath remodel
Energy efficient home
Interior & Exterior Design

Claire Valenti
Robert Valenti Design-Build
General Contractor

Robert Valenti Design-Build

Project Materials: details & links

Cabinetry

White raised panel cabinets
Countertops

Custom laminate countertops
Siding

James Hardie cement boad siding
Roofing

Asphalt shingles
Insulation

2" of exterior foam board insulation
Cellulose wall insulation
Spray foam air sealing
Basement wall insulation & air sealing
Windows

Harvey triple pane windows