Mixing solid maple and Thermofoil Refacing in this kitchen remodel creates a sophisticated, two-toned aesthetic that balances organic warmth with modern practicality. The dark blue Thermofoil finish on lower cabinets grounds the space while the light earthy stain on select white maple on upper cabinets provides natural texture and warmth for this beachside beauty. These modern contemporary flat doors and drawer fronts are also exceptionally easy to clean. The soft white quartz countertops with subtle grey veining and custom neutral backsplash serve as a bridge to unify the maple’s cozy comforting tone with the sleek modern finish of the Thermofoil. The combination of materials and colors for this beach ‘get-away’ were inspired by the artistry of the homeowner and our expert craftsmen brought her vision into reality. Call us today and ask about other options we offer along with cabinet refacing, such as custom built modifications, add-ons, cabinet storage solutions, countertops, backsplash and, of course, a free in-home estimate.
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Two-tone kitchens in 2026
Two-tone kitchens continue to lead design trends in 2026, offering a stunning balance of depth and style. From soft whites paired with earthy tones to rich wood stains against neutral palettes, the possibilities are endless. This kitchen was transformed by our Pacific Kitchens’ expert craftsmen and showcases refaced cabinetry in soft white maple, beautifully anchored by an island in a deep ‘Iron Ore’ shade with custom trim.
Beyond aesthetics, this design prioritizes functionality with deep, accessible drawers and a hidden slide-out trash receptacle. Seamless modifications for built-in appliances and the customer’s hand-picked hardware create a polished, bespoke look.
Ready to update your kitchen? Call Pacific Kitchens today for a Free In-Home Estimate.
Tips when Planning a Kitchen Remodel
We know how many questions pop up when you’re dreaming of a new kitchen! Here’s some tips to help guide your journey.
Hardware vs. Finger Pulls: While handle-free cabinets offer a sleek aesthetic when going for an ultra-modern look, please be aware that they may require more maintenance. Without knobs or handles, grease and oils from your hands transfer directly onto the cabinet faces. Over time, this residue can degrade the finish and necessitates frequent, full-surface cleaning. Handles are much easier to wipe down and protect the longevity of your Refaced cabinets.
Strategic Storage Solutions: Pacific Kitchens’ can help you maximize your footprint with organizational tools like ‘Lazy Susans’, pull-out spice racks, and hidden trash receptacles. By moving clutter off the countertops and into dedicated interior spots, you reclaim valuable prep space and improve kitchen flow.
Floating Shelves vs. Cabinets: You may want to consider limiting open shelving to decorative accents rather than primary storage. Floating shelves are magnets for dust, steam, and cooking grease, requiring you to wash your dishes before you even use them. Traditional cabinets act as a protective barrier, keeping your dinnerware clean and grease-free. The decorative floating shelves shown in the photo are installed within the kitchen/dining area, away from the cooking area.
Ceiling-Height Cabinetry: If you’re just looking for more storage, evaluate your storage needs before extending cabinets to the ceiling. High-up cubbies are often inaccessible for daily items. If you need frequent access, focus on optimizing your lower cabinets with the storage solutions mentioned above rather than adding hard-to-reach overhead space.
Appliance Placement & Steam Damage: Steam is the enemy of cabinet finishes. Small appliances like coffee makers and toasters can peel or discolor the undersides of upper cabinets. When in use, always pull these appliances forward so steam can dissipate into the room rather than being trapped against your cabinetry.
When selecting stone slabs for your countertops: Bring samples of your cabinetry, flooring, and wall colors to ensure a cohesive look. Because stone naturally features a wide spectrum of whites, greys, and earth tones, it is vital to choose slabs that complement your existing palette. For example, pairing a stark white quartz with cream cabinets can inadvertently make the cabinetry appear dingy. Additionally, keep in mind that slab dimensions and material types influence total costs. The size of the stone determines the number of slabs required, which directly impacts your budget. Please Note: At Pacific Kitchens, our fabricators strategically plan the layout of your stone to minimize seams and highlight the material’s natural beauty.
Blending Style with Practicality
Generally, when we first start to think about updating our kitchen, our first thoughts are of exterior colors and door styles. While Pacific Kitchens’ cabinet refacing certainly offers an unlimited selection of colors and dozens of door styles, we also offer simple storage solutions which will update the hidden functionality along with the visual beauty of your newly remodeled kitchen.
Built-in kitchen cabinet organizers add useable storage space in any kitchen. For example, pull-out shelving, deep drawers, spice cabinets, trash & recycling receptacles, along with built-in wine racks, lazy Susans, corner cabinet organizers and under-sink ‘tip-outs’ are all organizational features that turn current unused space into useable, hidden storage areas in your kitchen. Pacific Kitchens’ craftsmen can often make simple to moderate modifications to your cabinets to incorporate some of these clutter-reducing organizers to fit seamlessly into your new dream kitchen. Ask your Pacific Kitchens design consultant about integrating style and function into your cabinet refacing project to include any of these customized, functional storage solutions.
Call 858-277-0701 today to schedule your free in-home estimate and get 20% off your entire project.
Natural wood grains
Whether you’re looking to create a warm wood look throughout your kitchen or simply a natural wood grain focal point on an island or pantry, natural wood grains are once again being showcased!
For example, shown in the adjacent photo is an entire kitchen refaced by Pacific Kitchens in ‘Dark Tuscany Chocolate’ maple hardwood, featuring decorative glass door inserts and quartz countertops. Soft whites and earthy organic colors on cabinets also pair beautifully with wood grains on an island or pantry. In addition to solid maple, oak and cherry hardwoods, Pacific Kitchens offers a large variety of “Thermofoil” refacing choices in various wood grains. Customize your kitchen with your choice of color, stain, hardware and accessories.
Cabinet refacing is an eco-friendly choice that gives your kitchen a fresh, modern look without the waste and expense of a full remodel. By keeping your existing cabinet boxes and updating the doors, drawer fronts, and hardware, you reduce landfill waste, conserve natural resources, and save thousands. Cabinet refacing is the smart sustainable choice for a beautiful kitchen makeover.
We’re making a ‘Splash’!
Pacific Kitchens is now offering both stone and tile choices for your backsplash. Both stone and tile selections are popular modern options, and our fabricators have many years of installation experience. Granite, quartz, quartzite, or tile splashes all offer easy maintenance and durability, and all can be customized to your design aspirations. You may choose to use stone matching your countertops in a variety of splash heights, including one that extends up the wall to meet cabinets. A customized splash as a focal point extending upward behind the oven is also popular. Or you may prefer subway tile, glass tile, or any of the other variety of tile choices in bold colors, textures and patterns to complement your stone countertops.
Don’t need new countertops? No problem! For many customers, all that is needed to give your kitchen a fresh new updated look is cabinet refacing, while your existing countertops and splash remain unchanged. For nearly 40 years, we have transformed kitchen cabinets from ‘outdated to outstanding’ at about half the cost of all new cabinets!
To schedule a Free In-Home Estimate and receive our PK 20% discount, call us now at 858-277-0701.
Colorful Kitchens
Our kitchens continue to get more colorful in 2025!
With more than half of the year gone by, we’ve seen some subtle changes to kitchen cabinet color schemes. While white cabinets remain a prominent option for kitchens of all sizes, using an accent color on an island, or two separate colors on upper and lower cabinets for a two-toned look continues to be popular. We’ve also seen that deep, bold cabinet colors are increasingly gaining in popularity, especially for mid- to large-sized kitchens.
Going into the latter part of 2025 and continuing through 2026, we expect to see even more– not so subtle–changes. More creamy, warm and neutral tones are making a comeback! However, bold colors aren’t going away; they’re being paired with the new warm shades. For example, creamy off-whites and earth tones are now being shown with complementary shades of deep green, dark blue or warm wood tones. In fact, warm wood tones remain prevalent in kitchen designs and will continue to be in high demand. Picture a creamy neutral shade on upper cabinets and a complimentary woodsy earth-tone on lower cabinets, or simply a wood-toned accent color on an island, a floating shelf or separate pantry.
This shifting trend toward deeper shades and warm wood tones can add dimension and character to kitchens of any size. In many mid- to larger-size kitchens, bold colors have already begun to be the featured color versus just an accent color and the new warm wood tones are versatile enough to use as either. Some industry experts are even talking about shades of sage, olive and terracotta for 2026! Whatever your dream kitchen looks like, there are many great options to choose from at Pacific Kitchens. From Rigid Thermofoil (RTF) in dozens of colors and wood grains to solid hardwoods in select maple, cherry and oak for your customized color or stain, we specialize in ‘outdated to outstanding’ kitchen remodels. Call us today for a Free in-home Estimate 858-277-0701.
Pacific Kitchens Recognized as “Beloved Business” on Yelp
Pacific Kitchens Inc. has been recognized as a “beloved business” on YELP FOR 2023!
We started this family-owned business 38 years ago with the goal of making your vision of a dream kitchen your reality! Our office staff, design consultants and installers all work very hard to earn your “OOHS” and “AAHS” for every job, so we truly appreciate the recognition and want to thank our customers for the many awesome reviews you have written over these 38 years.
We know that online reviews are an important part of your initial decision-making process in choosing an experienced refacing kitchen remodeling company. We appreciate your kind words about our company and the quality of our work and employees. It makes us very proud to measure up to your expectations. A sincere thank you to our customers and to Yelp.
Pacific Kitchens Voted a Neighborhood Fave Again in Nextdoor’s Local Business Awards
San Diego, California – Pacific Kitchens Inc., has been named to the winning list of Nextdoor’s 2023 Neighborhood Faves for two years in a row.
The only annual awards where neighbors vote to celebrate their favorite local businesses. This year, Neighborhood Fave winners like Pacific Kitchens will receive greater visibility and ranking on the Nextdoor app as well as a sticker to showcase their win in the real world.
“Neighbors know best, and Nextdoor’s Neighborhood Faves are the only annual awards celebrating the businesses that are most loved by locals. This prestigious recognition is only awarded to 1% of the local businesses on Nextdoor and is a testament to the positive impact they have had on their community,” said Nextdoor CEO Sarah Friar.
Used by one in three households in the US, Nextdoor is the neighborhood network where verified neighbors and businesses connect to the neighborhoods that matter to them.
Another Honor for Pacific Kitchens
Honor for Pacific Kitchens!
We are happy to announce that Pacific Kitchens has been nominated for the prestigious Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics. This award is an exceptional honor, and we are very proud to have been nominated. We are so appreciative to all who voted for us.
