Kitchen Design guides, calculator & reference
Every kitchen design cost guide, specification comparison, interactive calculator, FAQ and technical glossary on kitchendesigns.ie in one place.
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Core kitchen design guides
Detailed guides covering prices, specifications and what to check before you book.
Kitchen design cost guideSmall/galley €4,500 to €10,000, mid-range €9,000 to €20,000, bespoke in-frame €13,500 to €35,000, plus plumbing, electrics and steel beams.See full price guide →
Kitchen island designsIsland dimensions, the 1,000mm–1,200mm walkway rule, breakfast bar seating overhangs and adding an island (€2,000 to €5,000).Island sizing rules →
Galley, L-shape & U-shape layoutsWhich layout suits Irish semi-Ds, terraced houses and open-plan extensions, plus work-triangle clearances.Compare layouts →
Shaker vs handleless kitchens5-piece painted Shaker, bespoke in-frame timber, J-pull and true handleless rail kitchens compared on price and wear.Compare door styles →
Quartz vs laminate worktopsLaminate (€800 to €2,000) vs 20mm/30mm quartz and Dekton sintered stone (€2,200 to €4,800): heat, staining and templating.Compare worktops →
Small kitchen design ideasClever storage for narrow galley and apartment kitchens: full-height larders, Le Mans corner pull-outs and slimline units.Small kitchen guide →Calculators, FAQ and glossary
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| Interactive Cost Calculator | Live price range | Select your specification options to get an instant Irish guide price. |
| Master FAQ Hub | 12 questions answered | Straight answers on pricing, preparation, timelines, rules and aftercare. |
| Technical & Trade Glossary | 15 terms defined | Plain-English definitions of every kitchen design specification and standard. |
| All 26 Counties Index | 26 county pages | Local housing data and one local kitchen designer and fitter covering your county. |
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Questions homeowners ask
How much does a new fitted kitchen cost in Ireland?
A compact or galley fitted kitchen on the same layout costs €4,500 to €10,000 supplied and fitted. Most mid-range family kitchens (12 to 18 units in painted Shaker or handleless J-pull) cost €9,000 to €20,000, with the typical spend between €10,000 and €15,000. High-spec bespoke or in-frame painted kitchens with an island and stone worktops run from €13,500 to €35,000.
How much room do I need around a kitchen island?
Plan for a clear walkway of 1,000mm to 1,200mm on every working side of the island so oven, dishwasher and opposite drawer units can open while someone walks past. With a standard 600mm wall run and a 900mm deep island, your room needs to be at least 3.6m to 3.9m wide.
What is the difference in price between laminate and quartz worktops?
A high-pressure laminate worktop costs €50 to €100 per linear metre (€800 to €2,000 supplied and fitted in 1 day). Laser-templated 20mm or 30mm quartz or Dekton sintered stone costs €2,200 to €4,800 fitted and takes 5 to 10 working days from templating after the base cabinets are levelled.
How long does it take to design and fit a new kitchen?
Once you approve the 3D CAD plan and finishes, cabinet manufacturing takes 3 to 6 weeks (or 4 to 8 weeks for bespoke painted in-frame doors). On-site fitting takes 3 to 5 days for cabinetry and laminate tops, or 2 to 3 weeks altogether if walls, plumbing, electrics, plastering and stone templating are involved.
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