Kitchen Renovations Sydney
Kitchen renovations in Sydney’s North Shore & North-West
CJ Kitchen & Joinery designs, manufactures and installs custom kitchens across the North Shore and North-West Sydney. From a budget kitchen makeover to a high-end kitchen remodel with a butler’s pantry, your new kitchen cabinets are made in our own Sydney factory and installed by our own team.
- Free kitchen estimate
- Fixed-price quotes
- Made in our own factory
- 2–3 week manufacture
- Family business since 1997
Sydney kitchen renovators
Custom kitchens made in our factory, not bought in
Most kitchen renovation companies in Sydney design your kitchen, then send the cabinetry out to a separate kitchen manufacturer. We’re kitchen cabinet makers with our own factory and Biesse Rover K CNC machine, so the team that measures and designs your kitchen is the same team that makes and installs it.
That means factory-direct pricing, precise custom kitchen cabinets cut to the millimetre, faster turnaround and one point of contact for your whole kitchen renovation, from the first site measure and 3D kitchen design to the final fit-off.
Whether you’re searching for kitchen renovators near you in Castle Hill, a kitchen remodel in Chatswood or new kitchen cabinets in Hornsby, we’d love to see your space.
What we do
Kitchen renovation services
Full kitchen renovations, kitchen cabinet replacement or supply-only cabinetry. Choose the level of help you need.
Kitchen design & 3D drawings
Kitchen design built around your layout, appliances and storage, with detailed shop drawings and 3D renders so you can see your new kitchen before it’s made.
Custom kitchen cabinets
Made-to-measure kitchen cabinetry in laminate, two-pac (polyurethane) or timber-look finishes, supplied and installed by our own kitchen installers.
Benchtops & splashbacks
Engineered stone, natural stone and laminate kitchen benchtops, waterfall island ends and tiled, glass or stone splashbacks, measured and coordinated for you.
Kitchen islands & butler’s pantries
Island benches with seating and storage, walk-in pantries, sculleries and butler’s pantries that keep the main kitchen clear.
Full kitchen remodel
Strip-out and removal of the old kitchen, then new cabinetry, benchtops, splashback and appliances, with licensed plumbing and electrical trades coordinated.
Kitchen cabinet replacement
Keep your layout and plumbing, replace tired cabinets and doors with new custom kitchen cabinets: a faster, more affordable kitchen upgrade.
Every budget, every style
From affordable kitchens to luxury kitchens
Updating an investment property, renovating the family kitchen or building a dream kitchen? We match the materials and design to your budget and show you exactly where your money goes.
Essential
Budget kitchen renovations
A smart, durable kitchen that makes the most of your space without overspending.
- Laminate doors in Polytec or Laminex finishes
- Laminate or 20 mm engineered stone benchtops
- Blum soft-close hinges and Häfele soft-close drawers
- Practical galley, L-shaped and small kitchen layouts
Ideal for rentals, investment properties and quick kitchen makeovers.
Custom
Mid-range custom kitchens
More choice in finishes and storage, designed around how your family cooks and lives.
- Two-pac (polyurethane) or timber-look doors
- Engineered stone benchtops and island benches
- Pantry cabinets, deep drawers and corner storage
- Handleless finger-pull or shaker door profiles
Ideal for family homes and open-plan kitchen renovations.
Premium
High-end luxury kitchens
A fully custom kitchen with premium finishes and details that make it feel built for you.
- Full two-pac, shaker or V-groove door profiles
- Butler’s pantry, scullery and integrated appliances
- Thick or mitred stone benchtops and waterfall islands
- LED strip lighting, inner drawers and curved details
Ideal for full home renovations and feature kitchens.
Kitchen renovation cost
Kitchen renovation cost: our typical Sydney price ranges
Your kitchen price depends on the size and layout, the door finish, the benchtop and how much plumbing, electrical and building work is involved. These are typical ranges from kitchens we have quoted and built across the North Shore and North-West Sydney, including GST, cabinetry, benchtop and installation.
Your exact price comes from a free estimate based on your photos and measurements, followed by a fixed-price quote after we measure up.
| Type of kitchen | Typical CJ price range |
|---|---|
| Laminate kitchen with laminate benchtop | $10,000 – $18,000 |
| 2-pac kitchen with 20 mm stone benchtop | $20,000 – $30,000 |
| Premium kitchen (40 mm stone, waterfall island) | $30,000 – $40,000+ |
Appliances, plumbing, electrical and tiling are quoted separately. See our full Sydney kitchen renovation cost guide, including laundry, TV unit and wardrobe prices.
What affects your kitchen price
- Kitchen size, layout and number of cabinets
- Door finish: laminate, two-pac or timber-look
- Benchtop: laminate, engineered stone or natural stone
- Island bench, butler’s pantry and tall pantry storage
- Moving plumbing, gas or electrical points
- Appliances, splashback, flooring and access to the site
How we keep your kitchen affordable
- Factory-direct kitchen cabinets with no showroom markup
- Keep your existing layout to save on plumbing and electrical
- Choose laminate doors where they work and two-pac where they count
- Supply-and-install cabinetry only if you have your own builder
- Custom flat pack kitchens for DIY renovators
- Itemised fixed-price quote so there are no surprises
Kitchen design
Any kitchen style, any layout
Modern kitchens, Hamptons kitchens, shaker kitchens, Scandi kitchens or classic designs: we plan your kitchen around your space, your appliances and the way you cook and entertain. We’ll work through the cabinet layout, island and pantry storage, appliance positions and lighting, then show you detailed drawings before anything is made.
Renovating a small kitchen or apartment kitchen? Good design matters even more. We find extra storage with full-height pantries, drawers instead of doors, corner solutions and cabinetry that uses every millimetre.
Kitchen styles
- Modern kitchens
- Hamptons kitchens
- Shaker kitchens
- Handleless kitchens
- Scandi kitchens
- Two-tone kitchens
- Timber-look kitchens
- Classic kitchens
Kitchen layouts
- Island kitchens
- L-shaped kitchens
- U-shaped kitchens
- Galley kitchens
- Open-plan kitchens
- Butler’s pantries
- Small & apartment kitchens
Materials & hardware
Quality kitchen cabinets, built to last
A kitchen gets used every day, so we build every kitchen cabinet with proven materials and hardware. Every panel is CNC-cut, edged and drilled in our factory for a precise fit, then assembled and checked before installation.
- Carcasses: 16 mm moisture-resistant (HMR) board as standard
- Doors: 18 mm two-pac / polyurethane MDF, or Polytec and Laminex laminate and timber-look finishes
- Hardware: Blum soft-close hinges and Häfele soft-close drawer systems
- Benchtops: engineered stone, natural stone and laminate
- Manufacture: Biesse Rover K CNC and edgebanding in our own factory
Why CJ Kitchen & Joinery
Why homeowners choose us for their kitchen renovation
Factory-direct pricing
Your custom kitchen cabinets are made in our own Sydney factory, with no showroom or middleman markup.
Fixed-price quotes
Detailed drawings and a written fixed price before manufacture, listing every inclusion and exclusion.
Fast turnaround
Cabinets are manufactured in 2–3 weeks after drawing approval, and we stick to the install date we agree.
One team, start to finish
The people who measure and design your kitchen are the people who make and install it.
Trades coordinated
We can coordinate stone benchtops, splashbacks, plumbing and electrical, or supply and install cabinetry only.
Licensed & local
NSW licensed contractor (260871C) and a family business making kitchens since 1997.
Service areas
Local kitchen renovators across North-West Sydney & the North Shore
We renovate kitchens in houses, townhouses and apartments, and our installers know the area.
Kitchen renovations in North-West Sydney
Castle Hill, Kellyville, North Kellyville, Bella Vista, Baulkham Hills, Norwest, Rouse Hill, Beaumont Hills, The Ponds, Schofields, Riverstone, Marsden Park, Box Hill, Glenhaven, Dural, Cherrybrook, West Pennant Hills, Carlingford and Epping.
From new homes ready for a kitchen upgrade to established homes due for a full kitchen renovation, we’ll help you get the layout and storage right.
Kitchen renovations North Shore & Upper North Shore
Chatswood, Willoughby, Artarmon, Lane Cove, Roseville, Lindfield, Killara, Gordon, Pymble, West Pymble, St Ives, Turramurra, Wahroonga, Normanhurst, Thornleigh, Pennant Hills and Hornsby.
For older homes and apartments, tell us early about access, parking and strata requirements so we can plan your kitchen installation smoothly.
Our process
How your kitchen renovation works
- Free estimateSend your plans, photos or rough measurements and we’ll give you a ballpark kitchen price.
- Site measureWe visit, measure up and talk through layout, finishes, benchtops and appliances.
- Fixed-price quoteA written quote with materials, hardware, inclusions and exclusions.
- Kitchen design & shop drawingsEvery cabinet drawn to the millimetre for your approval before manufacture.
- ManufactureCNC-cut, edged and assembled in our factory, usually in 2–3 weeks.
- InstallationOur own kitchen installers fit your cabinets, adjust every door and drawer and walk you through the finished kitchen.
- After careCare advice for your doors and benchtops, and a team you can call if anything needs adjusting.
Planning guide
Kitchen renovation tips before you start
A little planning saves time and money. These are the questions we help Sydney homeowners work through before a kitchen renovation.
- Set a budget with a buffer. Allow 10–15% for surprises behind old cabinets, such as wall repairs or plumbing.
- Choose appliances early. Oven, cooktop, rangehood, fridge and dishwasher sizes shape the cabinet layout.
- Keep the layout if you can. Leaving the sink and cooktop where they are reduces plumbing and electrical costs.
- Plan storage, not just looks. Drawers, a tall pantry and corner solutions make the biggest daily difference.
- Check approvals. Strata buildings usually need owners corporation approval; structural or heritage changes may need council approval.
- Use licensed trades. Plumbing, gas and electrical work in NSW must be done by licensed tradespeople.
- Older home? Homes built before 1990 may contain asbestos, so have it checked before demolition.
DIY & builders
Prefer flat pack kitchen cabinets?
Managing your own renovation or working with your own builder? Order custom flat pack kitchen cabinets, cut on the same CNC machine we use for our installed kitchens. Enter your sizes online, see live pricing and use our step-by-step assembly guides.
FAQ
Kitchen renovation questions
How much does a kitchen renovation cost in Sydney?
It depends on the size of your kitchen, the layout, door finish, benchtop, appliances and how much plumbing, electrical and building work is involved. Most kitchens we build cost $10,000 to $18,000 in laminate, $20,000 to $30,000 for 2-pac with a 20 mm stone benchtop, and from $30,000 for premium kitchens with 40 mm stone, including GST and installation. Send us photos and rough measurements for a free estimate, then we confirm a fixed price after measuring up.
How much do new kitchen cabinets cost?
Kitchen cabinet prices depend on the number and size of cabinets, the door finish (laminate is more affordable than two-pac), drawers versus doors, and hardware. Because we make kitchen cabinets in our own factory, you pay factory-direct prices. Ask us for a supply-and-install quote, or price custom flat pack kitchen cabinets yourself through our online portal.
How long does a kitchen renovation take?
Once your drawings are approved, cabinets are usually manufactured in 2–3 weeks. Installing the cabinetry typically takes a few days, and a full strip-out and rebuild with other trades can often be completed in around two weeks on site, depending on the scope.
Do you do the whole kitchen renovation or just the cabinets?
Both. We can supply and install your kitchen cabinetry only, or coordinate stone benchtops, splashbacks, plumbing and electrical through licensed trades for a complete kitchen renovation. Your quote lists exactly what is included.
Do I need council approval to renovate my kitchen in NSW?
A like-for-like kitchen replacement usually does not need council approval in NSW, but moving or removing walls, structural changes and heritage-listed homes can. In apartments and townhouses, strata approval is usually needed. Check with your council or strata before work starts, and we will help you with the drawings.
What is the difference between laminate and two-pac kitchens?
Laminate doors are durable, easy to clean and budget-friendly, with many colours and timber looks from Polytec and Laminex. Two-pac (polyurethane) doors are spray-painted for a seamless premium finish and suit shaker, V-groove and curved designs. Many kitchens combine both to balance cost and finish.
Can you renovate a small kitchen or apartment kitchen?
Yes. Small kitchens and apartment kitchens benefit most from custom cabinetry. We plan full-height storage, drawers instead of doors and space-saving corner solutions, and work around strata rules, lifts and access.
Which areas do you service?
We renovate kitchens across the North Shore and North-West Sydney, including Castle Hill, Kellyville, Baulkham Hills, Rouse Hill, Cherrybrook, Epping, Hornsby, Chatswood, Lane Cove, Pymble, Turramurra and Wahroonga, and we quote across greater Sydney.
Can I buy flat pack kitchen cabinets instead?
Yes. If you are managing your own renovation, you can order custom flat pack kitchen cabinets cut on the same CNC machine we use for our installed kitchens. Enter your sizes online, see live pricing and use our assembly guides.
What should I send with my enquiry?
Your suburb, a few photos of the current kitchen, a rough floor plan or measurements, appliance details if known and what you would like to change. You can upload photos and plans through our contact form.
Start your kitchen renovation
Let’s plan your new kitchen
Tell us about your kitchen and we’ll come back with a free estimate and clear next steps. We also make laundries, wardrobes and custom joinery to match.