Anthony and John took a dated kitchen with a narrow, cramped layout and opened it up to the adjacent living room to create this contemporary space that's ideally suited to cooking, serving, dining and entertaining.

The home, in the Woodlake community just outside Sacramento, Calif., was built in the 1950s and originally belonged to the grandfather of one of the current owners. Prior to this transformation, the home's small galley-style kitchen was awkwardly configured and isolated from the rest of the house.

Modern appliances, updated lighting and cabinetry and a massive new island are just some of the dramatic improvements that John and Anthony brought to this fully remodeled space.

Hosts John and Anthony pose for a group shot with homeowners Bobby (center left) Hyatt (center right) in the finished kitchen. Bobby and Hyatt have owned the house for about a year. They had made a few upgrades but didn't feel comfortable taking on a major kitchen remodel themselves. Their wish list included: a modern aesthetic and contemporary design, a relatively neutral palette and an open floor plan that's well suited for entertaining guests.