Kitchen Remodels and Cabinet Updates in North Andover & Essex County

After image of a white shaker cabinet kitchen remodel with island — Essex County, MA

At Breckenridge Kitchen Updates, we specialize in high-quality kitchen remodels and designs. We offer smart kitchen services and thoughtful layout improvements that deliver striking results without the disruption of a full-scale renovation. We believe you don’t need a complete gut job to fall in love with your kitchen again. Based in North Andover and serving homeowners throughout Essex County.

Scroll down to see an example of how we transformed a dated kitchen into a bright, modern space, all without replacing the cabinets.

Before: 1980s Original Kitchen

Before kitchen update in North Andover with 1980s-style wood cabinets and original layout

After: Modern Kitchen Remodel in North Andover

Modern kitchen remodel in North Andover with white shaker cabinets and custom island

The original kitchen was from the 1980s and this project was the inspiration for Breckenridge Kitchen Updates. A full gut remodel was considered, but the cost was very high, and the kitchen had good bones. We kept the best parts, updated the rest and controlled the costs. The look, feel and utility completely changed!

We bring this approach to homeowners looking to transform their kitchens by balancing costs effectively without cutting corners.

    • Red oak cabinets without outdated style and hardware

    • Outdated Granite countertops

    • Outdated white tile floor

    • 5’ x 4’ island with seating for 3

After the project was complete, the result is a stunning, modern kitchen that feels entirely new—a true kitchen remodel that balances cost-effectiveness with transformative design. Its brighter, more functional, and tailored to how the space is actually used. It’s proof that when you focus on what really matters, you don’t need a full gut renovation to achieve a completely transformed space that fits how you live. This approach not only helps control costs but also minimizes disruption to your daily life.

    • Raising cabinets to create more countertop height, opening space above sink and stove, and adding new exhaust hood

    • Painting existing cabinet bases, adding new custom shaker style cabinet doors and drawer fronts, and modernizing cabinet & drawer knobs

    • Installing new hardware with soft close mechanisms

    • Extras: Removing existing island and adding new 3.5’ x 8’ custom Island

    • Extras: Replacing countertops with new porcelain countertops

    • Extras: Replacing white tile floor with gray porcelain tile

This featured kitchen transformation, completed in North Andover, blends thoughtful Kitchen Design with cost-effective remodeling. Rather than a full gut renovation, we focused on high-impact updates-painting cabinets, replacing doors, modifying the island, and updating countertops-to create a completely new look without the cost or disruption of a full tear-out.

It’s a perfect example of how our kitchen updates combine elements of Kitchen Remodels and Kitchen Renovations to deliver beautiful, functional spaces that fit your lifestyle and budget.

If you're not sure where to begin, explore our full Kitchen Services or Contact Us to talk through what would work best for your space.

We Make Kitchen Projects Feel Simple

Not sure where to start? That’s what we’re here for. We’ll help you figure out what makes the most sense for your space, your goals, and your timeline.