Plan your Dream Kitchen in 5 Easy Steps
Design and create your custom kitchen using our 5-step guide. From measuring your space, to choosing your favourite designs and putting the whole look together, we are on hand to help every step of the way.
Plan your Dream Kitchen
Design and create your custom kitchen using our 5-step guide
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STEP 1
Set your expectations
Take some time to envision your end goal and list your priorities when it comes to your dream kitchen. Have a look at different layouts, styles and colors to get an idea of what you like.
STEP 1
Set your expectations
Take some time to envision your end goal and list your priorities when it comes to your dream kitchen. Have a look at different layouts, styles and colors to get an idea of what you like.
A few key updates or an entire kitchen overhaul?
Does your kitchen need a few well-placed updates? Or are you planning on transforming the entire space? List your priorities before you start planning.
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Do you have a style and color scheme in mind?
From traditional, to farmhouse, to cool and contemporary, there’s a huge range of options when it comes to great kitchen design.
Learn MoreA few key updates or an entire kitchen overhaul?
Does your kitchen need a few well-placed updates? Or are you planning on transforming the entire space? List your priorities before you start planning.
Learn More
A few key updates or an entire kitchen overhaul?
Does your kitchen need a few well-placed updates? Or are you planning on transforming the entire space? List your priorities before you start planning.
Learn More
Do you have a style and color scheme in mind?
From traditional, to farmhouse, to cool and contemporary, there’s a huge range of options when it comes to great kitchen design.
Learn More
STEP 2
Determine your budget
It’s all too easy to get carried away. Decide how much you can afford to spend and stick to it.
STEP 2
Determine your budget
It’s all too easy to get carried away. Decide how much you can afford to spend and stick to it.
Must-haves vs Nice-to-haves
What is most important to you? If you have a limited budget, you may need to make some compromises.
Unexpected Costs
We recommend setting aside 15-20% of your budget for unexpected costs that can occur.
Understand Cost Breakdown
- 35% cabinets
- 20% labor
- 20% appliances
- 15% windows and fixtures
- 10% fittings and other
Must-haves vs Nice-to-haves
What is most important to you? If you have a limited budget, you may need to make some compromises.
STEP 3
Measure your space
Save time further down the line by ensuring your space is accurately measured. You’ll need to know the exact dimensions of the space you have available, as well as the height, width and depth of your cabinets and appliances.
Measurements Package Pdf
STEP 3
Measure your space
Save time further down the line by ensuring your space is accurately measured. You’ll need to know the exact dimensions of the space you have available, as well as the height, width and depth of your cabinets and appliances.
Measurements Package Pdf
DIY vs hiring a contractor
Taking renovation into your own hands may seem like a great idea, but if DIY isn’t your strong suit, it’s worth investing in some professional input.
Best tasks to DIY are
- ✓ Painting the walls and ceiling
- ✓ Changing out light fixtures
- ✓ Buying materials for your renovation
- ✓ Purchasing appliances
- ✓ Preparing the work space for renovation
Hire a professional for
- ✓ Dealing with asbestos, mold and leaks
- ✓ Renovations that could cause structural damage
- ✓ Custom cabinet installation or fitting
- ✓ Mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and gas
- ✓ Any work that requires a permit
Best tasks to DIY are
- ✓ Painting the walls and ceiling
- ✓ Changing out light fixtures
- ✓ Buying materials for your renovation
- ✓ Purchasing appliances
- ✓ Preparing the work space for renovation
STEP 4
Order samples and browse our catalogue
Renovating your kitchen is a big commitment. Order samples early on in the process so you have enough time to choose your favorite colors and finishes. Get inspired with our Sample Kit Booklet, complete with swatches for most of our items.
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STEP 4
Order samples and browse our catalogue
Renovating your kitchen is a big commitment. Order samples early on in the process so you have enough time to choose your favorite colors and finishes. Get inspired with our Sample Kit Booklet, complete with swatches for most of our items.
STEP 5
Get started!
You’re not on your own! Our experienced kitchen design team has the creativity and vision to help you translate your ideas into a bespoke, beautiful and functional kitchen.
STEP 5
Get started!
You’re not on your own! Our experienced kitchen design team has the creativity and vision to help you translate your ideas into a bespoke, beautiful and functional kitchen.