We often meet with homeowners who want to remodel their kitchens and are wondering if we’re able to remove the soffit above their cabinets. The answer is a resounding “Yes!” Many homes in Central Florida were built with a soffit above their upper kitchen cabinetry. Some soffits conceal ductwork, wiring, or plumbing; most just fill in the space between the cabinets in the ceiling. No matter if it’s functional or not, removing a soffit is a surefire way to make a kitchen feel more spacious, as well as allow for some phenomenal design options such as tall upper cabinetry, a mix of cabinetry in varying heights, stacked upper cabinetry, large range hoods, and expanses of backsplash tile.
Take a look at some Before and After pictures of kitchens that had soffits before they were completely remodeled, and you will see what an amazing difference removing the soffit can make.