Kitchen Renovations Melbourne
Kitchens designed around how a family actually lives, built with premium, durable finishes.
What's Involved
McDowell Building & Construction builds kitchens that work for how a family actually uses the space, not just how it photographs. We don't design the kitchen ourselves. We listen to what you're after and bring in the cabinetmakers we work alongside, who guide you through the layout and finish decisions. Our job is to deliver the whole thing as one coordinated project. A kitchen renovation is far more than a cabinet swap. A proper job involves demolition, site preparation (floor protection and dust proofing), electrical and plumbing, plastering, cabinetry and joinery, benchtops, tiling and splashbacks, and the flow-on work through the rest of the house like skirting boards and bulkheads. Kitchen renovations start from $39,990 incl. GST.
Where plumbing, electrical or structural changes are needed, such as moving a wall to open up a kitchen and dining space or upgrading services behind the walls, that work is scoped in from the start rather than discovered mid-build. Laundry renovations are frequently part of the same project where the two spaces share services.
This work suits homeowners after a genuinely functional, well-finished kitchen rather than the cheapest possible fit-out. It's a natural fit alongside the considered renovation projects McDowell Building & Construction takes on across Melbourne's inner north and inner east.
Kitchens in Use
01How much does a kitchen renovation cost?
Kitchen renovations at McDowell Building & Construction start from $39,990 incl. GST. The final cost depends on layout changes, cabinetry and benchtop selections, and any plumbing, electrical or structural work involved. The team establishes a realistic budget range through an Opinion of Probable Cost before any design work locks in, so homeowners know roughly where the project sits financially from early on.
02Can you open up my kitchen into the dining or living area?
Yes, opening a kitchen into an adjoining dining or living space is common work for McDowell Building & Construction, and it usually involves removing or altering a structural wall. That kind of change is scoped with a structural engineer where needed and priced as part of the same kitchen renovation project, so the full cost of the layout change is understood before construction starts, not discovered partway through.
03Do you handle the plumbing and electrical work?
McDowell Building & Construction coordinates all trades required for a kitchen renovation, including plumbing and electrical work, as one managed project rather than leaving the client to source and schedule separate contractors. This is factored into the detailed scope prepared during the Pre-Construction Agreement stage, so pricing and sequencing are settled before the kitchen is pulled apart.
04Is a laundry renovation included in a kitchen project?
Laundry renovations are often included where a laundry shares a wall, plumbing or services with the kitchen being renovated. McDowell Building & Construction scopes this as part of the same project when it makes sense to do so, rather than as a separate job. Homeowners wanting a laundry included should mention it during the initial discovery call so it's factored into the Opinion of Probable Cost.
05How long does a kitchen renovation take?
Kitchen renovation timelines with McDowell Building & Construction depend on the scope of work, particularly whether structural or service changes are involved. Once the Pre-Construction Agreement confirms the detailed scope, a schedule is set that accounts for trade sequencing, cabinetry lead times and any structural work. The team talks homeowners through realistic timing on the first discovery call.
What Our Clients Say
“We recently had a pergola extension completed by Pat at McDowell Building and Construction, and we couldn't be happier with the result. From the initial consultation through to the final touches, Pat and his team were professional, punctual, and a pleasure to deal with...”
“Patrick and his team were a dream to work with! They have an incredible eye for detail and ensure the final product is of the highest quality. We could not fault their communication...”
“The McDowell team were great to deal with through what I anticipated would be an extremely stressful process since it began as a fact finding mission and developed into (what we considered substantial building works). Patrick explained each finding as we went and gave us options as to what we could do, understanding budget constraints etc...”
“We would HIGHLY recommend Patrick and the team. Right from the first meeting through to hand over, they were great communicators, amazing workmanship and provided much needed guidance during 2 projects now. We also enjoy the regular banter with the broader team! A must to call before you build!”
Ready to Start the Conversation?
Thinking about a kitchen renovation? Get in touch for a free 20-minute discovery call with the team. See the full range on Renovations & Extensions, or read about how projects are scoped on Our Process.