Like bathrooms, kitchens can vary a lot in price as there are so many considerations for this space. Layout is key to any well designed and functional kitchen and this can impact the price a lot. Whether you keep the layout the same (cheapest), or you move it around, or even completely relocate the kitchen (most expensive) will alter the price. Existing plumbing, electrical, and structural elements (windows, doorways) can also dictate the layout if your budget isn’t flexible.

An often forgotten or overlooked cost is electrical and plumbing. Electrical changes or upgrades can add thousands to your kitchen. For example, if you want an induction cooktop and there is not enough power actually coming into your property it would need to be changed with your power company. Another example is if your mains switchboard doesn’t meet electrical standards and needs to be upgraded to accommodate modern appliances. You then also need to consider lighting! Things like LED strip lighting, pendants over islands, these all add up. Luckily our team is very experienced in identifying these potential issues and making you aware of the costs so there are no nasty surprises.

Other considerations for Kitchens that affect pricing are things like flooring, bench tops, splashback types and appliances. A lot of kitchen companies don’t include flooring, so it is important when comparing quotes if a company is providing new flooring and one isn’t. Cornerstone Property Group can quote for your flooring as well especially if a company is providing new flooring and one isn’t. This can increase the price by several thousand dollars.

Cabinetry and bench tops are perhaps the most varied costing of a kitchen and there are literally hundreds of options and a myriad of prices! Draws vs cupboards, soft close vs regular hinges, convenience, ergonomics, and budget are all factors that need to be balanced. Getting into the cabinet finishes, again the mind is blown with options. Starting at the crem de la crem is 2 pack sprayed cabinets, hard wearing and fully customisable to any colour you desire and natural timbers. Then moving down the price chain are things such as thermo laminated (fully profiled one piece), to non-reflective fingerprint resistant products, to standard cut and edged laminate. Luckily our Interior Designer can help navigate this for you.

When it comes to bench tops, stone is by far the most expensive. There are heaps of options from marble or natural stone (most expensive), to engineered stone (YDL, Caesarstone etc), Porcelain panels, and then laminates (cheapest). Laminates have come a long way to mimic stone over the years at a fraction of the cost. The choice all depends on budget and the application or purpose for doing the kitchen makeover.

Appliances (oven, cooktop, rangehood & dishwasher) can vary considerably, however you don’t have to break the bank to get good quality at affordable prices. A basic builders or entry level package will set you back between $2,000-$2,500, whereas a good quality mid-range brands such as Bosch or Westinghouse will cost between $3,000-$4,000. On the other end of the scale popular premium brands such as Smeg and Miele, you can expect to pay in the vicinity of $6,500 +. If you are after the ultimate deluxe appliances, then Gaggenau packages will set you back a minimum of $20,000.

At Cornerstone Property Group we work with our clients budget to ensure we are creating value whilst maintaining good quality products with longevity.

Starting Price – $30,000
A full makeover of your existing room (smaller size), with no structural or layout changes using standard laminate cabinets and bench tops.

$35,000 – $40,000
In addition to above with Stone benchtops, designer laminate and layout changes.

$40,000 +
Your dream Kitchen with all the bells and whistles.

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