What was so wrong with the kitchen? (Other than the floor) I would love one like that..
Also a month with no kitchen? Been there, done that!
council done my kitchen and bathroom at the same time! They found asbestos in the window frames so I had to take my them 4 year old to my parents for the night Cos I only had a wiggly toilet, and was advised to be careful with it. Had no bath for a month, or washing machine, or cooker, thank god for parents living nearby!