Portage Bay with views for days

The view was spectacular—the shag carpet and blocked-off kitchen, not so much. And the cocktail table attached to the island? Let’s just say it was a design choice best left in the past.

In a focused three-month remodel, we opened the kitchen to the view by removing the dividing wall and adding a spacious peninsula. The existing cabinetry was in great condition, so we refreshed the space with new countertops instead. The rest of the home received a full update: a completely renovated bathroom, refinished floors, and fresh paint throughout.