That’s completely normal. Many of our clients come to us with ideas and inspiration before they’ve defined every detail of their project. Explore our Project Gallery to see some of our featured kitchens and gather inspiration for your own space. Then, take a look at the Frequently Asked Questions below to learn more about what to expect as you begin planning your project.
First, assess your needs. Do you cook a lot? Is there normally more than one person working in the kitchen at a time? Do you entertain? Is the kitchen a place where your family gathers? We also recommend collecting pictures from trade journals and magazines as a communication tool. Showing your designer ideas, colors, appliances or rooms that appeal to you is very helpful.
There is a broad range. The average kitchen remodel in the US checks in at about $80,000. The average upscale kitchen remodel is about $150,000. We recommend that homeowners set their budget at 15%-20% of the value of their house.
A good designer will use that price range as a design parameter. Other examples of design parameters would be the size of the room or the location of the windows and doors, as well as your aesthetic preferences.
It depends on how long you plan to live in the house. If you plan to live there less than five years, resale should be a consideration.
While some homeowners do decide to only replace countertops, we always recommend doing a complete kitchen remodel. This is especially true for kitchens that are over 10-15 years old. The long term return on investment is better, and the end result is better. Usually about the time countertops are wearing out, or are outdated, so are existing cabinets and appliances.
Absolutely. We always welcome clients and contractors building new homes.
We give free estimates to those who have an existing plan. If you do not have a detailed kitchen plan, a designer can help you develop a budget.
Yes. We also design and build libraries, bars, entertainment centers, theatres, custom architectural millwork and on occasion furniture.
Yes. CKV is a class A general contractor, which is the same designation that a homebuilder carries. Explained simply: CKV is a specialty contractor. We regularly do projects that involve structural, wall, window and door changes.
Yes. We regularly do projects that involve structural, wall, window and door changes.
No. We provide subcontractors as part of the project, using qualified specialists to perform work in their respective fields. The people that we use are the same people that we use in our own homes.
We use both. We use the same group of sub-contractors on all of our jobs. They are familiar with our expectations and we are familiar with their work.
No, CKV will provide designs only for work that we intend to perform. Our recommendation is that to the benefit of the client, the person responsible for designing your kitchen or bath also be the person responsible for implementing the design.
Yes. We regularly work with other design and industry professionals.
Normally, most kitchen remodeling projects take between 6 and 10 weeks. This is a general guideline, and we can be specific to your project prior to starting demolition.
