How much does a kitchen renovation cost in Vancouver?
Complete kitchen renovations with QUAY Construction commonly begin around $40,000 and often fall within a $40,000–$80,000+ planning range. Larger, premium and highly customized kitchens can exceed $100,000.
Your actual investment depends on kitchen size, cabinetry, countertop specification, appliances, property type, layout changes, plumbing, electrical work and the level of finish you choose.
Budget approximately $40K–$80K+ for a complete Vancouver kitchen renovation.
Smaller and simpler kitchens can sit toward the lower end. Larger kitchens, significant layout changes, custom cabinetry, premium appliances and luxury materials can move substantially above it.
There is no meaningful kitchen price without defining the kitchen first.
A 90-square-foot condo kitchen with stock appliances and straightforward cabinetry is fundamentally different from a 250-square-foot house kitchen with a new island, custom millwork, integrated appliances and structural changes.
That is why QUAY prices renovations around the actual project scope rather than relying on a generic cost-per-square-foot formula.
Kitchen size
More cabinetry, countertop area and flooring generally means greater material and labour requirements.
Property type
Condos, townhomes, houses and commercial kitchens have very different logistical and technical requirements.
Specification
Cabinet construction, appliances, countertop materials and specialty details can dramatically change the final investment.
Existing conditions
Plumbing, electrical systems, structure, access and previous construction all influence the work required.
Think of $40K–$80K+ as a planning spectrum.
These are not packages. They illustrate how greater customization and construction complexity influence the overall project investment.
Focused complete renovation
Retaining the general layout and carefully controlling product selections can help keep a complete project closer to the lower end of the range.
- Existing layout largely retained
- Limited plumbing changes
- Limited electrical relocation
- Efficient cabinet layout
- Quartz or similar surfaces
- Controlled appliance budget
Comprehensive renovation
Many complete QUAY kitchens involve new cabinetry, countertops, lighting, plumbing fixtures, appliances and coordinated construction.
- New cabinetry throughout
- Quartz or premium surfaces
- New backsplash
- Appliance coordination
- Plumbing upgrades
- Electrical and lighting
Highly customized kitchen
Larger spaces, custom millwork, integrated appliances, structural modifications and specialty fabrication can push the project well beyond the typical range.
- Bespoke cabinetry
- Integrated appliances
- Premium stone
- Architectural lighting
- Layout or structural changes
- Specialty fabrication
How kitchen size influences renovation cost.
Square footage does not determine kitchen cost by itself, because cabinetry and technical scope matter more than empty floor area. These size bands are useful planning categories for comparing typical projects.
Common in Vancouver condos, apartments and compact townhomes. Smaller kitchens can still carry significant cabinetry, appliance and trade costs because almost every component is present regardless of square footage.
Common scope
- Compact cabinet layout
- Quartz countertops
- Tile or slab backsplash
- Sink and faucet
- Appliance installation
- Lighting improvements
- Minor plumbing and electrical work
A common size for detached homes, larger condos and townhomes. Medium kitchens often introduce islands, larger cabinet programs and more extensive lighting and appliance coordination.
Common scope
- Full cabinet replacement
- Island or peninsula
- Quartz or porcelain surfaces
- New appliance package
- Under-cabinet lighting
- Plumbing modifications
- Electrical upgrades
Larger kitchens usually involve considerably more cabinetry, countertop area, lighting and specialty details. Premium appliance packages can also increase technical requirements.
Common scope
- Extensive cabinetry
- Large kitchen island
- Pantry millwork
- Premium appliances
- Layered architectural lighting
- Multiple plumbing fixtures
- Specialty stone fabrication
A 90-square-foot kitchen with custom cabinetry and integrated appliances can cost more than a 160-square-foot kitchen with a straightforward layout and simpler specifications. Square footage is only one part of the equation.
The property around the kitchen can affect the project too.
A kitchen is not renovated in isolation. Building access, plumbing systems, structural conditions, strata requirements and operating restrictions can all influence construction.
Condos
Condo kitchens are often smaller but can involve additional project logistics and building requirements.
- Strata renovation approval
- Elevator bookings
- Common-area protection
- Restricted construction hours
- Plumbing shut-down coordination
- Acoustic flooring requirements
- Material delivery logistics
- Waste removal procedures
Townhomes
Townhomes often provide more design flexibility than condos while retaining strata and shared-property considerations.
- Larger kitchen layouts
- Possible island additions
- Strata approval where applicable
- Plumbing relocation
- Electrical upgrades
- New flooring
- Wall modifications
- Adjacent dining-area integration
Detached Homes
Detached homes can offer greater design freedom but may also introduce structural and building-system work.
- Wall removal
- Structural changes
- Kitchen expansion
- Large islands
- Custom cabinetry
- Electrical service upgrades
- Plumbing relocation
- Ventilation changes
Commercial
Restaurant, café, staff and commercial kitchens should not be priced against residential kitchen ranges. Commercial work can involve substantially different technical and regulatory requirements.
- Commercial equipment
- Ventilation and exhaust
- Fire suppression
- Electrical capacity
- Grease management
- Commercial plumbing
- Health requirements
- Permit coordination
From refined essentials to fully bespoke.
“Budget,” “mid-range” and “luxury” can mean different things to different people. We prefer to describe kitchens by their level of specification and customization.
Refined Essentials
A complete, professionally built kitchen using carefully selected materials while controlling customization and technical changes.
- Efficient cabinetry program
- Quartz countertops
- Quality plumbing fixtures
- Standard appliance integration
- Practical lighting package
- Existing layout largely retained
Premium
Greater customization, upgraded materials and more extensive design coordination while maintaining disciplined project planning.
- Semi-custom or custom cabinetry
- Premium quartz or porcelain
- Upgraded appliances
- Integrated lighting
- Custom storage features
- Moderate layout changes
High-End
A highly resolved kitchen with extensive customization, premium materials and upgraded appliances.
- Custom millwork
- Integrated appliances
- Premium stone or porcelain
- Architectural lighting
- Custom pantry systems
- Detailed finish coordination
Luxury / Bespoke
Highly customized kitchens where the design is developed around the property rather than around standardized components.
- Bespoke cabinetry
- Luxury appliance packages
- Natural stone slabs
- Specialty metal or millwork details
- Structural modifications
- Architectural integration
Look beyond labels such as “mid-range” or “luxury.” Ask what cabinetry is being supplied, which appliances are included, what surfaces are specified and how much construction is actually required.
Where does your kitchen budget go?
A kitchen renovation is a coordinated collection of products, trades and construction activities. Changing one component can affect several others.
Cabinetry & Millwork
Frequently one of the largest components of a kitchen renovation budget.
- Base cabinets
- Wall cabinets
- Tall pantry cabinets
- Kitchen islands
- Integrated appliance panels
- Decorative panels
- Interior organizers
- Hardware
Countertops
Material, slab quantity, fabrication and specialty detailing influence the completed price.
- Quartz
- Porcelain
- Granite
- Natural stone
- Waterfall ends
- Sink cut-outs
- Cooktop cut-outs
- Edge detailing
Appliances
Appliance selections affect both purchasing cost and the surrounding cabinetry and technical work.
- Refrigerator
- Range
- Cooktop
- Wall oven
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Wine refrigerator
- Panel-ready appliances
Plumbing
Keeping plumbing locations can control cost; relocating fixtures generally adds work.
- Sink installation
- Faucet installation
- Dishwasher connection
- Refrigerator water line
- Water filtration
- Drain relocation
- Supply piping
- Building shut-downs
Electrical & Lighting
Modern appliance loads and layered kitchen lighting can require substantial electrical coordination.
- Appliance circuits
- Counter receptacles
- Island power
- Recessed lighting
- Pendant lighting
- Under-cabinet lighting
- Dimmer controls
- Electrical panel review
Flooring & Finishes
Surfaces surrounding the cabinetry complete the renovation after technical work is finished.
- Engineered hardwood
- Luxury vinyl
- Tile flooring
- Subfloor preparation
- Drywall
- Painting
- Baseboards
- Transitions
A lower quote is not cheaper if it excludes half the kitchen.
A $55,000 proposal and a $70,000 proposal cannot be meaningfully compared unless both include the same cabinetry, countertops, plumbing, electrical work, appliances, preparation, finishes and project management.
QUAY develops detailed proposals so you understand what is being built before construction begins.
Eight decisions that can change your final investment.
These items should be understood before construction starts, because they can materially change the design and budget.
Review Your KitchenKitchen size
Larger kitchens generally require more cabinetry, countertop, flooring and labour.
Cabinet specification
Construction, finish, hardware, organizers and custom dimensions can significantly affect price.
Layout changes
Moving islands, sinks, ranges or walls can trigger plumbing, electrical, framing and finishing work.
Appliance package
Premium appliances affect purchase cost, cabinetry, electrical service and ventilation requirements.
Countertop specification
Material, slab quantity, pattern, thickness and fabrication details influence cost.
Existing conditions
Outdated systems, uneven walls, previous work or concealed conditions can increase the construction scope.
Permits & engineering
Structural, plumbing, gas or electrical changes may require additional drawings, permits and inspections.
Access & logistics
Parking, elevators, strata procedures and restricted work hours can influence how efficiently construction proceeds.
Kitchen renovation pricing across Greater Vancouver.
Municipality alone does not determine kitchen cost. Property type, access, existing systems, permit requirements and the specification of the renovation matter considerably more.
These location sections help homeowners understand the types of projects commonly encountered in each service area.
Vancouver
Vancouver kitchen projects range from compact downtown condo renovations to major renovations of detached and character homes.
- Condo strata requirements
- Character homes
- Permit coordination
- Older plumbing and electrical systems
West Vancouver
West Vancouver kitchens frequently involve larger detached homes, extensive cabinetry, premium appliances and highly customized finish packages.
- Larger kitchen footprints
- Custom cabinetry
- Premium appliance packages
- Structural modifications
North Vancouver
North Vancouver includes a mix of condos, townhomes and detached homes, creating a broad range of kitchen renovation scopes.
- Townhome renovations
- Detached-home kitchens
- Layout reconfiguration
- Electrical and plumbing upgrades
Burnaby
Burnaby projects range from high-rise condo kitchens to substantial detached-home renovations.
- Condo strata procedures
- Townhome kitchens
- Detached homes
- Open-concept conversions
Richmond
Richmond includes both condo renovations and larger single-family kitchens, including projects with secondary or wok-kitchen configurations.
- Large detached homes
- Wok kitchens
- Custom cabinetry
- Multi-appliance layouts
Coquitlam
Coquitlam kitchens commonly include townhomes and detached homes where homeowners want greater storage, larger islands and improved open-plan living.
- Townhome renovations
- Family-home kitchens
- Kitchen islands
- Open-concept layouts
Spend where it matters. Control complexity where it does not.
Cost control should not mean cutting essential work. It should mean deciding where customization creates real value.
Smart ways to control cost
- Keep plumbing locations when the existing layout already functions well.
- Resolve appliance selections before cabinetry is finalized.
- Prioritize custom storage only where it creates meaningful benefit.
- Establish clear material allowances before construction.
- Make important design decisions before demolition.
- Compare contractor proposals by scope rather than price alone.
Decisions that can increase cost
- Starting construction before the design is fully resolved.
- Moving plumbing or appliances without a meaningful functional benefit.
- Selecting appliances after cabinetry is already ordered.
- Comparing contractor estimates with different inclusions.
- Making major material changes after procurement begins.
- Treating each trade as an isolated scope instead of one coordinated project.
Know what you are buying before construction begins.
QUAY develops detailed renovation proposals based on a defined project scope rather than providing an unexplained lump-sum number.
Major inclusions, allowances and responsibilities are documented so you can make an informed decision before work starts.
Start Planning Your Kitchen ↗Get from “what will it cost?” to a real kitchen plan.
Discuss the project.
Review your property, kitchen, goals, timeline and anticipated investment.
Understand the space.
Review measurements, existing conditions and technical requirements.
Define the scope.
Organize the kitchen into a detailed scope, preliminary schedule and project price.
Build the kitchen.
Coordinate procurement, trades, communication and construction through completion.
Common questions about kitchen renovation pricing.
These answers provide early planning guidance. Final pricing requires a review of your property and project scope.
01 How much does a kitchen renovation cost in Vancouver? ↓
Complete QUAY kitchen renovations commonly begin around $40,000 and frequently fall within a $40,000–$80,000+ preliminary planning range. Larger, high-end and highly customized kitchens can exceed $100,000.
02 How much does a small kitchen renovation cost? ↓
For this guide, a small kitchen is approximately 100 square feet or less. A complete renovation may commonly be planned around approximately $40,000–$55,000+, depending on cabinetry, appliances, technical work and finish selections.
03 How much does a medium-size kitchen renovation cost? ↓
Kitchens between approximately 100 and 175 square feet often fall within a broad $50,000–$80,000+ planning range. Islands, appliance packages, cabinetry and layout changes can move the project higher.
04 How much does a large kitchen renovation cost? ↓
Kitchens approximately 175 square feet or larger can commonly require $70,000–$120,000+ depending on cabinetry, appliance specification, material selections, layout changes and overall customization.
05 How much does a condo kitchen renovation cost in Vancouver? ↓
Complete condo kitchens commonly fall around $40,000–$75,000+ depending on the design and building. Strata approvals, elevators, restricted work hours, plumbing shut-downs and access procedures can also affect project logistics.
06 How much does a luxury kitchen renovation cost? ↓
Highly customized luxury kitchens can exceed $120,000. Bespoke cabinetry, premium integrated appliances, natural stone, specialty fabrication, architectural lighting and structural changes are common cost drivers.
07 What is usually the most expensive part of a kitchen renovation? ↓
Cabinetry and millwork are frequently among the largest components because they combine material, hardware, finishing, fabrication and installation. Premium appliance packages and stone can also represent major portions of the budget.
08 Why can two kitchen renovation quotes be so different? ↓
Contractors may be pricing different cabinetry, countertops, product allowances, preparation, plumbing, electrical work, permits and project-management services. Compare the written project scope before comparing the bottom-line number.
09 Does changing the kitchen layout increase renovation cost? ↓
It often can. Relocating sinks, ranges, islands or walls may require additional plumbing, electrical work, ventilation, framing, permits and finish restoration.
10 How do I get an accurate kitchen renovation price? ↓
Accurate project-specific pricing starts by defining the kitchen. QUAY reviews the existing space, layout, cabinetry, appliances, surfaces, fixtures and technical work before preparing a detailed renovation proposal.
Book Your Discovery CallYour kitchen deserves more than a rough number.
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