We've gathered a growing selection of IKEA kitchens designed and built by Lindencraft, an Ottawa, Ontario design and remodel company best known for its kitchens, bathrooms and finished basement projects.
Our designs span traditional, transitional to modern to fit any style our customer’s desire. Take a look at some of our favorite kitchens.

Follow the links to our recent kitchen renovation galleries below:

01 Two tone Ramsjo Lidingo bistro style kitchen- January 2013

02 Ramsjo island and off white Adel cabinetry- December 2012

03 Adel off white kitchen that has tons of storage in a very small space- October 2012

04 Adel medium brown kitchen , lots of work spaces, a wall of pantries and hickory flooring- August 2012

LindenCraft was called in to rescue a family from their tired and dated 23 year old kitchen. Stylish in its time, but it did not fit the overall style of this turn of the century home nestled in the Civic Hospital area of Ottawa. The clients had been thinking about the renovation for several months and collected many pictures of kitchen styles that they liked and, more importantly, the feel of what they were trying to achieve. This allowed our designer to create a truly beautiful, personalized kitchen design, tailored to their personal style.

The goal was to create a bistro style kitchen that fit in with the architecture of the home using IKEA cabinetry and LindenCraft design expertise. The results were stunning. Full use was taken of the 9 foot ceilings with two tiers of cabinetry going up to the ceiling that provide storage for both frequently used, and special occasion items. The two tier design also adds to the bistro feel of the space. The dark lower cabinets, accentuated by the white upper cabinets provides an airy, contemporary feel. While the traditional knobs and pulls maintain the antique charm of the house. Adding some glass doors and open shelving gave space to display family heirlooms and fun accessories to add that personal, homey touch to the kitchen.

Other notable features include

01 IKEA cabinetry mixing dark and light cabinets fronts using Ramsjo Black Brown and Lidingo white doors

02 Door pulls and knobs from Lee Valley – office knob and pull series

03 Daugres 12x24 Sandstone Nero tiles and Radiant heated floors from Centura

04 Waverton Quartz counters from Cambria complimented the cabinetry

05 For durability and ease of cleaning, wall, ceiling and trim paint from Diamond by Dulux

06 The Quince semi-professional faucet from American Standard is affordable and durable.

07 One wall was painted in black-board paint to give the Bistro menu look.

LindenCraft, an Ottawa, Ontario contractor that specializes in designing and building custom kitchens with IKEA cabinetry, was contacted to create a kitchen. The clients were recent empty nesters who had a passion for gardening. While the main focus of the project was to update the kitchen, the designers at LindenCraft noted the serenity and gentleness of the family and their surroundings; beautiful gardens with a bubbling pond were lovingly cared for by the home owners. With the gardens and one of their favourite red tea pots as inspiration, a flowing design was created incorporating a Zen theme.

A Zen inspired space has a mix of simplicity and openness, combined with reserved elegance, all in quiet surrounding. To achieve these characteristics, the LindenCraft design team began with the flow of the room and the placement of the windows. To increase the flow, walls were opened up between the formal dining room and the kitchen. This allows views of the magnificent gardens and allows the kitchen and dining room to seamlessly transition from one to the other.

At the other end of the kitchen space was a laundry room and breezeway. The LindenCraft design team removed some closets and created a new, efficient storage area . This left space for an open concept laundry room with stacked appliances. The laundry sink also can double as a bar sink for entertaining or a place to wash garden tools.

Keeping with the concept of easy flow, the kitchen work areas were moved to allow ample storage, with three pantries side by side. Lots of drawers were added to allow easy access to kitchen utensils. To make the cooking area efficient, the microwave was located over the range with an integrated exhaust fan, allowing thoughtful use of space and an efficient cooking area.

A peninsula was added to take advantage of the garden views. On one side there is cozy seating for two and on the other side a generous number of drawers for pots and pans rounded out the area. A touch of glass in one cabinet allows for the display of crystal stem-wear and cherished mementos.

Other notable features include

01 IKEA Kitchen Cabinetry cabinetry using Ramsjo cabinets and Lansa handles

02Flooring and backsplash tiles from Ceratec included the Harmony collection’s Koshi by Imola 18x18 porcelain Floor tiles.

03For the backsplash,  taupe subway tiles from the Studio Feng Shui series by Studio  with Life Escarpment glass accent tiles.

04 Bellingham Quartz counters from Cambria quartz counters complimented the cabinetry.

05 For durability and ease of cleaning, wall, ceiling and trim paint from Diamond by Dulux Paints.

06The Addison kitchen faucet and Linden laundry faucet  from Delta faucets are both elegant and peaceful.

07 The Blanco Stellar Undermount Double Sink compliments the quartz counters.

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It is all in the details when you choose to have LindenCraft remodel or renovate your Ottawa Kitchen. All of our Ottawa kitchens have some type of customization, whether we do it with IKEA cabinetry or custom cabinetry from Quality Custom Cabinetry.  Ever wondered what goes into the making of fine custom cabinetry? To an untrained eye, it can be hard to judge cabinet quality at first glance. Knowing how things are made can help give you understanding as to what makes a quality product. Handy for those interested in cabinets, the ‘Cool Stuff Being Made’ video channel has done a feature on the making of Quality Custom Cabinets – one of the lines that LindenCraft is proud to carry.. 

Dale Leaman from QCC takes us around the factory floor to show us the process of how the high end cabinets are constructed. It begins with the careful selection of wood. The wood is first checked for grain imperfections and colour tone. From here you see how the wood is sawed, glued, and the clamp press process.

The process for making the cabinet fronts and the drawers is surprisingly efficient. You can see how the dove tail joints and the decorative beading are created and the sanding tools used. Once the cabinets are assembled, the whole thing is re-measured to ensure it meets the specifications.

OUR DESIGN AND CONCEPT PACKAGES

At LindenCraft, how we arrive at the finished space is as important as the completed project. We are committed to providing our clients in Ottawa with a positive and rewarding experience at every point throughout the kitchen or bathroom or finished basement planning and building process. Whether you take a do-it-yourself approach or opt to have LindenCraft handle the entire renovation or remodeling project, our design packages offer you the flexibility to get the job done. Beginning with your initial consultation, you’ll have the opportunity to share your renovation wish list and requirements, including what you love about your space and where there’s room for improvement. During your consultation, LindenCraft’s design team will take the time to carefully measure your space, which enables us to plan a renovation that maximizes your home’s potential, functions comfortably for your family and  adds architectural details to your home. By taking a comprehensive approach that is built upon client collaboration and detailed planning, LindenCraft’s design team customizes each renovation to fit each home’s unique specifications. Whether you’re renovating your kitchen, bathroom or basement, you’ll find that your style preferences, day-to-day needs and must-have features are carefully woven into the finished project. 

DIY Design Concept Package

Sometimes the hardest part of tackling your renovation project is deciding where to begin. At LindenCraft, we recognize that hiring a professional renovation team isn’t the right choice for everyone, but that doesn’t mean we can’t help. By offering individual design fees for our kitchen, bathroom and basement renovation projects, LindenCraft’s creative team offers home owners affordable project designs. Although exceptional design is only one part of the renovation process, LindenCraft’s flexibility means that you’ll have the opportunity to choose the best options for your project and your budget. 

Full Service Design Concept Package

Along with your initial project planning, LindenCraft’s Complete Custom Design Concept offers a detailed outline of the project description including the steps, material selection and coordination of skilled tradesmen. Combining building excellence with design expertise, selecting the Complete Custom Design Concept means that LindenCraft’s team will seamlessly execute your renovation from its initial vision to a magnificently transformed space.  

Client Note: LindenCraft’s Kitchen Design Package fee is a separate charge from our Installation Services. LindenCraft is committed to providing our clients with a positive and rewarding experience during the planning and building process. We have worked hard to develop a comprehensive approach built on collaboration, open communication, and thorough planning.