Custom kitchen cabinets, storage & islands in Vancouver
New custom cabinetry, cabinet replacement and refacing, smart storage and custom kitchen islands, designed and installed by one team.
Cabinets set the look and function of a kitchen
Cabinets take up more of a kitchen than anything else, and they decide how well it works: where things are stored, how the room flows and how it looks. Whether you need new custom kitchen cabinets, a full cabinet replacement or a refresh of what you have, the right approach depends on the condition of your existing kitchen and what you want to change. New cabinets are often the centrepiece of a complete kitchen renovation in Vancouver.
QUAY Construction designs, supplies and installs kitchen cabinets across Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, along with the storage solutions and kitchen islands that go with them. Everything is planned together so doors, drawers, appliances and countertops line up as one design.
Back to Kitchen Renovations VancouverKitchen cabinet options we design and install
Cabinet drawings and finishes are confirmed before anything is ordered, so what arrives fits the room.
Custom kitchen cabinets
Cabinetry made to your room and layout, with the door style, finish and interior fittings you choose.
Kitchen cabinet installation
Careful installation with level runs, aligned doors and clean scribes to walls and ceilings.
Kitchen cabinet replacement
Removal of old cabinets and a full replacement, with the chance to improve the layout and storage.
Shaker cabinets
The classic recessed-panel door, painted or in wood, that suits traditional and transitional kitchens.
Modern kitchen cabinets
Flat-panel and handleless cabinetry in matte, wood veneer or high-gloss finishes.
Cabinet hardware upgrades
New handles, knobs, soft-close hinges and drawer slides that change how cabinets look and feel.
Choosing the right approach for your cabinets
If your layout works and the cabinet boxes are sound, refacing or painting can transform the kitchen for less disruption. If the layout is the problem, or the boxes are worn, replacement with new custom cabinets is the better investment.
We look at your existing cabinets during the on-site consultation and give you a clear recommendation, not a sales pitch.
Kitchen cabinet refacing and cabinet painting.
A new look for sound cabinets, without replacing the whole kitchen.
Kitchen cabinet refacing keeps your existing cabinet boxes and replaces what you see: doors, drawer fronts and exposed panels. Cabinet painting and refinishing keeps the doors too, and gives them a durable new finish in the colour you choose.
Both suit kitchens where the layout works and the cabinets are structurally sound. They are often combined with new hardware, countertops or a backsplash for a complete update.
- New doors and drawer fronts: shaker, slab and traditional styles to change the character of the kitchen.
- Cabinet painting and refinishing: surfaces are cleaned, prepared and finished for a smooth, hard-wearing result.
- Matching panels and trim: end panels, toe kicks and mouldings finished to match.
- Hardware and soft-close upgrades: new hinges, slides, handles and pulls fitted at the same time.
Kitchen storage solutions and pull-out cabinet storage.
Storage designed around what you actually keep in your kitchen.
Good kitchen storage is about access as much as volume. Deep base cabinets and blind corners waste space unless what is inside can come out to you.
We plan storage into new cabinetry and can add many of the same pull-out systems to existing cabinets.
- Pull-out shelves and drawers: full-extension access to pots, pans and small appliances.
- Pull-out pantry units: tall, narrow storage that makes use of slim spaces.
- Corner solutions: swing-out and carousel systems for hard-to-reach corners.
- Waste and recycling pull-outs: bins hidden behind a cabinet door.
- Drawer organisers: dividers for cutlery, utensils, spices and trays.
Custom kitchen islands and kitchen island installation.
An island designed for how you cook, eat and gather.
A custom kitchen island adds work surface, storage and seating, and often becomes the centre of the home. Its size and position are set by the clearances around it, so it is planned as part of the whole kitchen layout.
Kitchen island installation can include plumbing for a sink, electrical for outlets and appliances, and flooring repairs where an old island or wall stood.
- Custom sizing and storage: drawers, cabinets and open shelving on the sides you need them.
- Seating: overhangs sized for counter stools.
- Waterfall and stone tops: countertops that run down the ends for a furniture-like look.
- Sinks, cooktops and outlets: services run to the island and concealed.
- Contrasting finishes: an island in a different colour or wood from the main cabinets.
One kitchen. One accountable team.
Planning, pricing, procurement and construction are coordinated through one renovation process rather than managed as isolated pieces.
One Point of Contact
Design, trades, materials and scheduling are coordinated by QUAY, so you are not managing separate contractors or chasing updates.
Fixed-Price Proposal
Scope and pricing are established before construction so you know what is included and what the renovation is expected to cost.
Plan Before Construction
Materials, trades, sequencing and major project decisions are coordinated before the kitchen is taken apart.
365-Day Warranty
Our workmanship is backed by QUAY's 365-day We-Fix-It-Free warranty after project completion.
Planned as a whole. Finished in the details.
Cabinetry, surfaces, lighting and finishing details are coordinated across rooms so the finished home feels consistent.
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Local service. Across the region.
We provide kitchen renovation services throughout Vancouver and the surrounding municipalities. Choose your city for local details.
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Clear before construction. Organized through completion.
Each stage is defined before the next begins so decisions, materials and trades remain connected throughout the renovation.
Discovery Call
We discuss your home, priorities, desired timeline and expected investment to determine the right next step.
On-Site Consultation
We review the existing rooms, measurements, building conditions, layout opportunities and practical project requirements.
Scope & Proposal
The renovation is defined through a detailed scope, selections, pricing and construction plan before work begins.
Construction
Trades, materials and installations are coordinated through an organized schedule with consistent communication through completion.
Plan the renovation. Understand the investment.
Kitchen renovation cost in Vancouver is driven by scope, not square footage.
Cabinet cost depends on the size of the kitchen, the construction and finish chosen, interior fittings, and whether you are replacing, refacing or refinishing. We define the scope with you and provide a fixed-price proposal before construction begins.
Rather than quoting a generic square-foot price, we define the actual scope and provide a fixed-price proposal before construction begins. For typical ranges by room, see our renovation cost guides.
Kitchen cabinet questions answered
Should I replace or reface my kitchen cabinets? +
Refacing works when the cabinet boxes are solid and you are happy with the layout. Replacement is better when you want a new layout, more storage or the boxes are worn.
What is the difference between cabinet refacing and painting? +
Refacing replaces the doors and drawer fronts and covers the visible box surfaces. Painting or refinishing keeps your existing doors and gives them a new finish.
Can a kitchen island be added to an existing kitchen? +
Often yes, if there is enough clearance around it. Islands with a sink, cooktop or outlets need plumbing and electrical run to them.
What storage can be added to existing cabinets? +
Pull-out shelves, drawer organisers, waste pull-outs and corner systems can often be fitted to existing cabinets.
Do you install shaker and modern flat-panel cabinets? +
Yes. We design and install shaker, flat-panel, handleless and traditional cabinet styles in painted, stained and veneer finishes.
Can cabinet hardware be replaced on its own? +
Yes. New handles, knobs, soft-close hinges and drawer slides can be fitted without replacing the cabinets.
How long do kitchen cabinets take to arrive? +
Lead times vary by cabinet type and finish, which is why cabinetry is ordered before demolition begins.
Do you renovate older and character homes? +
Yes. We check older homes for outdated wiring, old plumbing and hazardous materials. That way, these issues are part of the plan instead of a surprise mid-project.
Does QUAY Construction provide a warranty? +
Yes. QUAY Construction provides a 365-day workmanship warranty following completion of the renovation.
Planning new kitchen cabinets or an island?
Tell us about your home, your priorities and when you'd like to renovate. We'll help you determine the right next step.