Kitchen renovations: frequently asked questions

We coordinate layout, cabinetry, benchtops, appliances, lighting, plumbing and ventilation before manufacturing begins, planning around verified site dimensions and how your household uses the kitchen.

Often, but relocating fixtures can affect plumbing, drainage, power, gas, ventilation, cabinetry and flooring. We check feasibility and any approval requirements before the layout is locked in.

The on-site period depends on demolition, layout and service changes, cabinetry lead times and finish complexity. A project-specific programme is confirmed once design and selections are resolved.

This is agreed as part of the scope. Some homeowners select their own cabinetry, benchtops and appliances, while others prefer us to coordinate supply, with dimensions confirmed before ordering.

Yes, replacing cabinetry, benchtops and finishes within the existing footprint is often faster and more cost-effective than a full reconfiguration.

A refresh typically updates surfaces, hardware or select cabinetry within the existing layout, while a full renovation reworks layout, services and cabinetry together.

Sometimes, depending on scope and staging. We discuss temporary cooking arrangements with you where the kitchen will be fully out of action for part of the project.

Yes, subject to layout, services, clearances and structural considerations, which are checked before the design is finalised.

Common options include engineered stone, laminate, timber and stainless steel. Suitability depends on budget, use and the overall kitchen design.

Yes, reworking cabinetry layout, pantry design and vertical storage can significantly improve storage within the existing footprint.

Plumbing and electrical work can be coordinated as part of the project, carried out or overseen by appropriately licensed trades as required.

Cost changes with scope, joinery, surfaces, appliances and service relocation. Use our cost calculator for an early planning range, then arrange a site assessment for a written quotation.

Yes, coordinating kitchen finishes, flooring transitions and sightlines with adjoining living spaces is a common part of open-plan renovation briefs.

Extraction requirements depend on the cooktop type and layout. Ventilation is planned alongside the kitchen design to meet practical and code requirements.

We can work from your own design or help develop the layout as part of scoping the project, depending on the complexity of the brief.

Demolition and rough-in trades come first, followed by linings, cabinetry installation, benchtops, splashbacks and finally fit-off of appliances and fixtures.