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South Loop Chef Kitchen — 1632 S Indiana Kitchen Remodel, IKEA Cabinets, Soapstone Countertops Chicago 2026
This 1632 S Indiana South Loop kitchen is what a serious cooking household actually needs: a kitchen designed around function first, with materials that perform and aesthetics that hold up. I'm Viktor Aharon with Assembly Squad Remodeling LLC — we've completed 500+ renovations since 2013 (IL License #TGC098779, A+ BBB), including numerous South Loop kitchen remodels and chef-focused kitchen renovations throughout Chicago.
The clients at 1632 S Indiana wanted a chic modern transformation — not a generic white kitchen renovation, but a kitchen with design decisions that reflect how they actually use the space. The soapstone countertops and custom modern cabinetry were the two decisions that gave this kitchen its identity.
IKEA Cabinets South Loop Chicago — Why IKEA for a Chef's Kitchen?
IKEA cabinets are the smart choice for a South Loop kitchen that needs premium materials budget allocated elsewhere — like soapstone countertops. At 1632 S Indiana, the IKEA kitchen cabinets South Loop were configured specifically for this floor plan and the clients' cooking workflow: prep zones positioned where needed, drawer and pull-out configurations that work for serious cooking equipment, clean modern lines that establish the chic aesthetic. IKEA's modular system allows full layout customization at a fraction of fully custom cabinet cost — freeing budget for the soapstone countertop investment that defines this kitchen.
Chef Kitchen South Loop Chicago — Soapstone Countertops Material Choice
Soapstone countertops are among the most practical and visually distinctive choices for a serious cooking kitchen. Unlike polished stone surfaces, soapstone has a natural matte depth that doesn't show every watermark or fingerprint — critical in a kitchen that actually gets used. It's heat resistant, doesn't require sealing, and develops a beautiful patina with use. At a South Loop chef kitchen like 1632 S Indiana, soapstone is the material that tells the full story of what this kitchen is for.
Complete Scope of Work
- Complete removal and replacement of existing cabinetry
- IKEA kitchen cabinet selection, configuration, and professional installation
- Premium soapstone countertop installation
- Designer backsplash design and installation
- Complete electrical outlet and switch updates throughout
- Modern light fixture installation — task and ambient lighting
- Professional appliance disconnection and reconnection
- All Chicago permits handled
- Completed in 4 weeks
South Loop Kitchen Gut Renovation Chicago — Cost 2026 & Soapstone Benchmark
A complete South Loop kitchen gut renovation with custom cabinets, soapstone countertops, backsplash, and full electrical update typically runs $50,000–$100,000 depending on cabinet scope and stone selection. Soapstone countertops run $80–$130/sq ft installed — comparable to premium granite, lower than high-end quartz. For a South Loop home where kitchen quality directly affects sale and rental value, the custom cabinet and soapstone combination delivers differentiation at a realistic budget. See our Chicago kitchen remodel cost guide → and our South Loop home remodeling hub →
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