Kitchen renovation cost guide — Melbourne 2026
Real numbers from live Tetris Homes projects across Melbourne. Use this guide to sanity-check quotes, plan your budget and understand where your money actually goes in a kitchen renovation.
Quality tiers at a glance
Refresh ($25k–$45k)
Reface or replace flat-pack cabinets, laminate benchtop, standard tapware, entry-level appliance package. Keep existing layout and services.
Mid-range ($45k–$80k)
Custom 2-pac cabinetry, 20mm engineered stone benchtop, quality Australian tapware, mid-tier Bosch/Miele appliances, minor plumbing shifts.
High-end ($80k–$140k+)
Full custom joinery, natural stone or 40mm mitred stone island, integrated appliances, butler's pantry, structural changes and new lighting.
Where the money goes
| Line item | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cabinetry (custom 2-pac) | $12,000 – $40,000 | Priced per linear metre; ceiling-height doors add ~20%. |
| Stone benchtops | $3,500 – $15,000 | Engineered 20mm vs mitred 40mm; natural stone premium. |
| Appliances | $5,000 – $25,000 | Westinghouse/Bosch entry to Miele/Gaggenau integrated. |
| Tapware & sink | $800 – $4,500 | Chrome vs PVD gunmetal/brass finishes. |
| Splashback tiling | $1,200 – $6,000 | Subway vs handmade Zellige or stone slab. |
| Plumbing & electrical | $3,000 – $9,000 | Higher if moving sink/gas/power. |
| Flooring (if included) | $3,000 – $12,000 | Engineered oak, tile or polished concrete. |
| Design & project management | $2,500 – $8,000 | Detailed drawings, selections, site supervision. |
What drives the final price
- Layout changes — moving sink, gas or structural walls.
- Cabinetry finish — melamine vs 2-pac vs veneer.
- Stone choice — engineered 20mm vs mitred 40mm vs natural stone.
- Appliance brand tier and whether they're integrated.
- Ceiling-height joinery, butler's pantry, custom island profiles.
- Site access, heritage overlays and Melbourne council requirements.
Typical timeline
From signed contract, most Tetris kitchens run 3–4 weeks on-site after a 6–8 week design and cabinetry lead time. High-end custom projects with structural work run 8–12 weeks on-site.
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