Upgrades Portfolio

Small details can make the biggest difference. Our upgrades portfolio features functional, built-in enhancements like pull-out trash systems, hidden storage, drawer organizers, and integrated cutting boards—added to real kitchens, baths, and laundry rooms. Browse these projects to see how smart upgrades improve daily life and keep your space looking clean.

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Quality Upgrades for your spaces

The best home improvements aren’t always the biggest ones. Sometimes it’s the “why didn’t we do this sooner?” upgrades that deliver the most day-to-day satisfaction. A pull-out trash cabinet that stops the can from floating around the kitchen. A built-in cutting board that frees up prep space. Drawer organizers that end the daily search for utensils. Hidden storage that keeps counters clear.

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Our upgrades portfolio highlights these kinds of real-life improvements throughout the Monroe County, IL area—showing how thoughtful cabinet enhancements can make your home feel more functional, more organized, and more enjoyable to use. If you’re researching cabinet upgrades in St. Louis or want inspiration for small changes that have a big impact, this gallery is full of practical ideas that pair beautifully with both new cabinetry and existing spaces.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large island with barstools, pendant lights overhead, stainless steel appliances, and wooden floors. Sunlight streams through windows, creating a bright, airy atmosphere.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets and dark handles, featuring a corner cabinet with rotating shelves storing small appliances. Blue subway tile backsplash and wooden floor are visible. Countertop displays a fruit bowl and canisters.

Upgrades Portfolio

Small changes can make a space feel completely different. Below are more real upgrade projects by Studio 11 Cabinets & Design, featuring smart add-ons like pull-out trash and recycling, drawer organizers, roll-outs, specialty storage, and built-in cutting boards. Scroll through for ideas you can copy, then note the features that would make your day-to-day easier.
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A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel oven, a tile backsplash, and a pull-out utensil organizer drawer open, displaying various kitchen tools beside the stove.
Beautiful kitchen in Waterloo, IL. Featuring dark wood cabinets and quartz counters.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets and dark handles, featuring a corner cabinet with rotating shelves storing small appliances. Blue subway tile backsplash and wooden floor are visible. Countertop displays a fruit bowl and canisters.
A narrow pull-out kitchen cabinet holds various spice jars organized on two shelves beside a stove and white countertop in a modern kitchen with wooden floors. Upgrades
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, dark handles, wood flooring, and a striped rug. A cabinet under the counter is open, revealing a pull-out trash bin. Black tile backsplash and countertop appliances are visible.

Upgrades make your spaces feel “custom”

1) Pull-out trash and recycling systems.
This is one of the most requested upgrades—and for good reason. It hides bins behind a cabinet door, keeps the kitchen cleaner, and speeds up prep and cleanup. Many homeowners choose a double-bin setup for trash + recycling, all tucked neatly out of sight.

2) Built-in cutting boards and prep features.
Integrated cutting boards can be a game-changer for kitchens short on counter space. When combined with smart drawer layouts, they help create a more efficient prep zone—especially useful in galley kitchens and compact layouts common in many St. Louis homes.

3) Drawer organizers and inserts.
A beautiful kitchen still feels messy if the drawers are in chaos. Drawer inserts for utensils, spices, and cooking tools keep everything in a logical place. The result is a kitchen that runs smoother and feels instantly more “high-end,” even without major construction.

4) Roll-outs, pull-outs, and specialty storage.
Deep cabinets are great—until things disappear into the back. Roll-out shelves, pull-out pantries, tray dividers, and vertical organizers make storage more usable. These upgrades are especially helpful for homeowners who want organization without changing the entire layout.

5) Hidden storage solutions.
From tucked-away outlets to clever compartments, hidden storage keeps surfaces clean and makes the home feel calmer. When everything has a home, maintaining a tidy space is easier.

Why these upgrades matter for everyday life

“Small” upgrades reduce friction. They save steps. They prevent clutter from spreading. They make routines faster. Over time, that adds up to a home that feels easier to live in—especially for busy households, growing families, and anyone who wants their space to stay neat without constant effort.

Local work, tailored for local homes

Homes across the Metro St. Louis area have a wide range of layouts—historic city homes, mid-century ranches, split-levels, and new construction. The right upgrade depends on cabinet sizes, clearances, and how you move through the space. Working with a local Metro St. Louis area team means upgrades are planned with real measurements and installed cleanly, so they function smoothly and look built-in from day one.