Encasting Washer and Dryer in Kitchen

[Katie West]

Hi everyone!  So, this question is actually for my personal home, but it will become a rental within the next 3 years.  The laundry is in the kitchen to the side.  There are cabinets hung on top of it.  My idea is to encase the washer/dryer and put a countertop over it to provide additional prep area/storage. 

Has anyone else done this?  Is there a high level of difficulty to where I would need to hire someone?  Or could I DIY it?  And do you think it would be a good plan to add a little value to the home?