We take pride in our homes. And we should! After all, they’re our sanctuaries. It’s where we go to feel our most relaxed and comfortable. At least they should be!
But some parts of having a home can be stressful. For example, renovating a home can mean long hours and sleepless nights. Though renovations are exciting, sometimes the end result is something you didn’t expect, or in some cases, want.
Take the 75 kitchen renovations on this list as an example of an unwanted end result. Of course, things happen but these are pretty, ‘yikes!’ As kitchens are typically regarded as the gathering spot for family and friends, these renovations are sure to keep you away.
See for yourself how these kitchen renovations went terribly wrong.
1) When it all falls down
DIY’ing can get pretty hard. Case and point, this photo. It’s some scary stuff! It’s always the worst when you think you’ve done a great job and something like this happens. Renovations sure are tough.
2) It’s all downhill from here
If this list were a competition for the worst kitchen designs, there’d be some tough calls. But this one would undoubtedly be top three. How were items even placed into this drawer?
This has got to be such a stressful thing to live with. It’s always difficult have to make peace with something that could have been avoided. Here, you can barely get into this unit.
4) For sale! Just kidding
When you install a microwave, you expect it to work. This woman didn’t stand a chance. Unfortunately, she purchased a model that was solely for decoration. How does that even happen?
5) “Put the fridge on the counter.”
The refrigerator doesn’t really need to be on the floor, does it? These people had no room for a fridge but wasn’t going to let that stop them. There had to have been crickets when someone suggested this.
6) Sometimes you don’t get what you pay for
Would you believe that this was installed by “professionals?” Yeah, me either but it was. Needless to say, this client was not happy.
This isn’t very bright. What a hassle getting to the sink will be. It looks like they weren’t working with a lot of space but there has to be a better solution!
Let’s just hope there isn’t a lot of people in this house! It could yield some pretty disastrous results. If only those walls could talk.
You know when you used to see something so ridiculous say, “Get out of town.” Well… run.
*multiple face palms to the face*
10) Keep it in the bathroom
You know what’s an even better idea? Not putting the toilet in the kitchen or near it. More people need to hear this message…
Studios might not have a lot of space but this is a stretch… Nobody wants to see somebody taking a shower in the middle of their kitchen. Or do they? Perhaps the worst part about this is that the shower is blocking one of the kitchen drawers. Oh and the toilet.
12) Think we found a winner
They said renovating would be fun but they were wrong. However this house looked before, I bet it looks a lot worse now. This one is pretty tough to beat.
Yeesh… Who is the designer? Find them and let them go. Unless the homeowner chose this travesty. The decor by itself isn’t bad. But they definitely don’t work together. Like, what is that white fridge doing in a setting with that decor (that already doesn’t match)?
14) What about a do-over?
Hmm, it looks like you’re having some trouble with that outlet. Unfortunately, it’s a job that’s going to have to be redone. Nobody wants to hear those words. But at least you know to go with someone else now.
15) Down the hall and into the kitchen
“Excuse me, may I use your bathroom?”
“Sure, it’s down the hall and through the kitchen.”
….
It’s literally in the kitchen.
My goodness. It’s like a house of horrors… This kitchen could easily be the backdrop of a horror film. I’m getting strong
The Shining vibes.
There’s no way that this is going to stay on. It’s funny but far from practical. The stream is impressive though. It runs better than some regular faucets.
18) A little bit of this, a little bit of that
This looks awfully dangerous… There has to be some oddball wiring going on for this to function. If you ever come home to this, maybe leave.
Somewhere out there is somebody proud of this contraption.
The standalone island is an epidemic that must be stopped. Even the laundry room opened its doors to invite the lonely counter in. Either add on or remove it!
20) Focus every now and then
This is exactly why they urge you to pay attention in class. Not even to the details. Just pay attention to what it is that you’re doing. This is so avoidable!
For some reason, I’m tempted to try and get under this. It resembles a turtle shell which means safety. Maybe there’s endless drinks and a buffet inside.
This is a bit outdated, don’t you think? Besides, these handles just don’t look like they belong here. Perhaps, try another room?
Well this is quite an eyesore. The fridge in that space looks extremely odd. It’s like they just gave up and did this. A standalone wall in the middle of the room is so off-putting.
24) Trying to make things work
What is happening here? Talk about living in a tight space. This room is an all-in-one spot. Literally. The can really multitask here.
Who needs a separate room for a tub anyway? People with common sense, that’s who. What’s with people wanting to see others in the shower from their kitchen? I would like to issue a state of emergency about this.
26) Battle of the drawers
This won’t end well. Neither drawer can be opened fully. What’s the point?! We need answers!
27) It’s supposed to be marble…
Why does this design literally make me feel sick? Maybe because it looks like pig skin or something. Not too sure. But I do know I can’t look at it for long.
So close and yet, so far away. Measurements are extremely important when renovating. Sometimes people just have to learn the hard way. Maybe next time.
Who in the world would choose a decor like this after renovations? Go back and start again! The green is beautiful though. It’s a shame that it looks like The Hulk vomited into this kitchen.
Did somebody say, “More wood?” If so, this kitchen has you covered. You just might be able to build a mini house with the wood from here.
This is something nobody wants to see or hear. There are just some things you should hire a professional for. This is definitely one of those things!
32) Are we in the desert?
It’s like sandpaper came and scrubbed every part of this kitchen. This rusty orange is in no way appealing. It actually looks like rusty water. I think I’m going to be sick…
33) When the lines are off
You don’t need to have OCD for this to get under your skin. It throws the entire ambiance off. What’s worse is that it’s super obvious.
This is very poor design. If you really want to go on an adventure, try and reach the microwave. How does anybody expect to get anything done with a setup like this?
35) We must go back to the basics
It’s like, it won’t stop. How is this so common? Please tell me the contractors have since retired and have not trained anybody on the job…
36) When there aren’t any reasons…
There will never be a right answer to this… Maybe it’s just a practical joke? Or maybe, it’s the real thing. Whoever did this job needs to be canned immediately!
37) When someone forgets their ruler
Another case of measuring gone wrong. Or simply not measuring at all. I’ve seen some of these mishaps first hand. As you can see, it’s not pretty.
I can’t tell whether this sink belongs in the bathroom or the kitchen. It’s supposed to be modern but I’d say it’s confusing. How did they envision this working as a kitchen sink?
Such beautiful lights. But wait, is that an island sitting in the middle of the kitchen by itself? I digress.
40) What’s going on here?
There are so many different colors and textures going on in this kitchen. The decor looks part diner and part swanky restaurant. You have to pick a side! Sometimes the “best of both worlds” doesn’t work.
41) This isn’t what I asked for
What were these people thinking? The counter is slanted and doesn’t rest on the floor. It’s all bad.
Can we have a minute? Better yet, several. This is super intense. The decor is enough to give visitors a headache. I can only imagine as it’s already making me dizzy.
When somebody says that they want to set themselves apart, I don’t think this is what they mean. So much for putting trim along the ceiling. At least the silver matches with the stainless steel appliances.
44) When will the madness end?
Apparently we’re not finished with bathrooms in kitchens yet. This is such an odd thing to see. What’s even more odd is that the more we see them, the more normal it starts to look. But it isn’t!
This photo doesn’t even look real. But apparently it is. That only makes this photo even more weird and creepy.
Bold colors are making a comeback. The question is, should they? This Hello Kitty-themed kitchen is a little unsettling. Come on, if you walked into somebody’s home and saw this, wouldn’t you think about heading right back out?
Hideous wallpaper strikes again! Is it making a comeback? For the sake of all that is good, let’s hope not.
48) Not the brightest idea…
Who needs chandeliers? This will do just fine… won’t it?
I think it’s best to save your coin for the real thing.
49) Does it really matter?
Some say it’s an island all by itself. Another claimed it’s a Lazy Susan. Whatever it is, it looks terrible sitting in the middle of the kitchen like that.
Yikes! Why are there two poles in the island? This is something you’ll never be able to unsee.
Imagine having to live in a layout like this? It’s frustrating just looking at it. It won’t be long before someone tries to enter through that door.
52) Still can’t see straight
Well, this is a lively home. The colors really pop. So much so, it’s making my eyes hurt. Too bad there isn’t a way to turn it down.
53) Get it together for showtime
So we’re just installing colors that don’t match decor when we show houses now? The house doesn’t look bad but that fridge has got to go! Sometimes, the only thing some folks will see is the worst thing. It’s best not to risk it.
I’m starting to think that having toilets in the kitchen is a socially-accepted thing somewhere. Wherever it is, I don’t want to go there. It sounds like an unsanitary place.
55) Accident waiting to happen
Those huge legs look more like a distraction than anything. It’s only a matter of time before someone trips on one of those legs
Who said that there was such a thing as “too much tile?” This person needs to hear it. This tile job is a complete disaster.
57) No light for me, please
Why not just remove the entire window? Instead, they placed an unsightly tile-looking wall to cover a large portion of it. Too bad. The rest of the kitchen looks great.
Why couldn’t they just walk away? Clearly, none of this is going together very well but someone took a photo as evidence. It’s difficult to name a worse design on the list.
59) When you refuse to conform
All it takes is one tile to change the entire floor! As subtle as it is, it stands out. That’s a difficult thing to do. This tile simply wanted to go its own way.
This just looks outrageous. What’s the point of the wall? To make it look better? If so, it isn’t working.
61) Can I speak to the boss?
There is only one question… why? The countertop is installed directly near the beam making it inaccessible. Somebody might need to have a word with the designer.
That’s um… a lot of wood for a kitchen. It kind of feels like being in the woods. Might as well do the countertops as well.
That’s a lot of wood… maybe unnecessarily too much wood. But as you know, taste is subjective. Whoever decided on this decor, please don’t take on anymore projects with this style in mind…
We’re just gonna throw double ovens in here because why not? Couldn’t they have just gotten a bigger oven? This is pretty ambitious.
Well, this is still better than the other appliances we’ve seen that can’t be used due to poor planning. Other drawers and doors can’t open a fraction of this distance. But here, you can’t slide the bottom rack out.
This just looks like a bad idea. Having to turn from one sink to the other seems exhausting. Let’s face it, standing at a kitchen sink is exhausting enough.
I’m confused by the tile that extends from the tub to around the room. Is this a bathroom or a kitchen? It’s hard to tell. There’s an ambiance of both rooms.
68) I’m just gonna end things here
Sometimes throwing in the towel is the answer. At least, that’s how it feels. Later, you see where it gets you… Next time, stick it out!
If you’re in a tight bind, this would work. But if you’re thinking about making this a permanent fixture, don’t! Just buy a faucet, if possible.
70) Straight outta farm life
Some people really love their farm life. Even if they are no longer on a farm. The farm life goes wherever they do.
Does this family run a store out of their house? I can’t see any other reason for all of these items. It’s quite a collection.
72) I now present to you, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde’s house – present day
Does this remind anyone else of a dungeon? It’s kind of eerie. At any moment I’m waiting for Dr. Jekyll or Mr. Hyde to make an appearance. Maybe the Addams Family lives next door.
Nope, having double the stoves doesn’t hit the spot. If anything, you’ll only have people asking, “What’s wrong with having one?” over and over. Who wants to deal with that?
74) When the food is good for you
Some people love food so much, they design their furniture around it. This person really enjoys beans, if you can’t tell. They should have kept that love inside. This looks horrible.
We can’t forget to mention that this can happen too when you’re renovating the house yourself. Luckily, no one was hurt. Well, besides the wall.
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