What is the most expensive part of a kitchen renovation?

Cabinetry is consistently the largest single cost in a kitchen renovation, often accounting for 30 to 45 percent of the total budget.

For a standard Sydney kitchen, cabinetry alone can run anywhere from $8,000 for semi-custom flat-pack options to $30,000 or more for fully bespoke joinery. Benchtops are the next significant cost, with laminate sitting at the affordable end and engineered stone or porcelain running $700 to $1,800 per square metre installed. Labour is also a major factor that is easy to underestimate.

A kitchen brings together cabinetmakers, plumbers, electricians, and tilers, and if the layout is changing, the cost of relocating plumbing and electrical services can add thousands. Appliances vary widely depending on brand and specification.

At Mitroteam Projects, we help clients prioritise their spend to get the best result within their budget.