Kitchen Renovation in Vaughan
Custom kitchens designed for how you actually cook.
Three common starting points shape kitchen projects here, and each sets different limits on a kitchen renovation in Vaughan: a closed galley in a post-war Woodbridge bungalow, a builder-grade kitchen in a 1990s or 2000s two-storey in Maple, Thornhill or Vellore Village, and a compact condo kitchen near the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre. We design the layout around what the structure, drains and ventilation will allow before a cabinet is drawn.
Budgets follow our 2026 ranges: about $30,000 for a refresh, $75,000 for mid-range kitchen remodeling and $150,000+ for a full custom kitchen, with cabinetry usually 30–40% of the total. Installation takes about 4–8 weeks once materials arrive. Our page on renovating in Vaughan covers permits and approvals across the city.
| Typical budget | About $30,000 refresh; $75,000 mid-range; $150,000+ full custom (2026) |
|---|---|
| Installation time | About 4–8 weeks once cabinetry and materials arrive |
| Permit triggers | Structural alterations and new or relocated plumbing fixtures need a City of Vaughan permit |
| Electrical | New circuits need a Licensed Electrical Contractor and an ESA permit |
| Condo kitchens | Expect condominium corporation approval and building work rules in VMC towers |
What's included
- —Layout redesign
- —Custom cabinetry and millwork
- —Countertops and backsplash
- —Plumbing and electrical updates
- —Appliance coordination
Opening Closed Kitchens in Woodbridge and Thornhill
In older homes the kitchen is usually boxed in by a load-bearing wall, and taking it out is a structural alteration that needs a City permit and an engineered beam. We also expect galvanized supply lines, cast-iron drains and electrical panels without room for the dedicated circuits a modern kitchen needs, so we price them into the plan. A range hood vented through an exterior wall in a Heritage Conservation District changes the property's appearance and may need a Heritage Permit. See our guide to removing a load-bearing wall.
Builder-Grade Kitchens in Maple, Vellore Village and Kleinburg
Newer Vaughan homes are structurally sound, but their kitchens were often built to a production budget: thin cabinet boxes, laminate or entry-level stone, and islands without sinks. Moving the sink or cooktop to an island means planning a drain and vent path through the engineered floor joists below, which cannot be cut freely, and opening a finished basement ceiling if there is one. A gas line to a new range location and a hood duct sized for it are planned at the same stage. For line-item numbers, including what an island sink or a relocated gas line adds, see our kitchen renovation cost guide.
Condo Kitchens Near the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre
Apartments in buildings of five storeys or more made up about 13 per cent of Vaughan's occupied homes in the 2021 Census, and the emerging downtown at the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre is adding more. Condo kitchens are limited by fixed plumbing stacks, the building's ventilation and the condominium corporation's alteration rules, work hours and elevator bookings. We plan a custom kitchen inside those limits, as we did on our Tatlin condo renovation in Toronto. For a broader interior update, see whole-home renovations in Vaughan.
How your project runs
- 01Design consultation
- 02Material selection
- 03Permits if required
- 04Installation (4–8 weeks)
- 05Final finish and touch-up
Kitchen Renovations cost in Vaughan
A Toronto kitchen renovation ranges from about $30,000 for a refresh to $75,000 for a mid-range remodel, and $150,000+ for a full custom kitchen. Cabinetry alone is usually 30–40% of the budget, which is why two kitchens of the same size can cost very differently. Pricing in Vaughan tracks the wider GTA market.
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Plan your Vaughan project
- Building & renovating in Vaughan→
- Kitchen Renovation Cost Toronto 2026: Prices, Cabinets, Timelines→
- Building Permits in Mississauga, Vaughan & Richmond Hill (2026)→
Vaughan neighbourhoods we serve
We deliver kitchen renovations throughout Vaughan, including:
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Completed work from across Toronto and York Region — the same team, contracts and standards we bring to Vaughan.
Common questions
Do I need a permit to remove a wall for a kitchen in Vaughan?+
Yes, if the wall is load-bearing. Vaughan requires a building permit for all structural alterations in a house, with drawings showing the existing structure and the new beam, posts and supports. Moving plumbing fixtures is also permit work. We confirm which walls carry load, with an engineer where needed, before the kitchen design is finalized.
Does a kitchen renovation in a Kleinburg or Maple heritage district need heritage approval?+
Not for interior work alone. A Heritage Permit in Vaughan's Heritage Conservation Districts is triggered by work that changes the property's appearance, so it becomes relevant when the kitchen project adds a window, a rear door, an exterior hood vent or a small bump-out. Each district has guidelines on matters like window style and brick colour, and we design to them from the start.
Can an island sink be added in a 1990s Vaughan two-storey?+
Usually, yes, with planning. The drain and vent have to run through the floor system to the main stack, and in homes with engineered joists that route must respect the manufacturer's limits on holes. If the basement is finished, part of its ceiling will open up. We map the route before cabinets are ordered so the island design does not change later.
How much does kitchen renovations cost in Vaughan?+
A Toronto kitchen renovation ranges from about $30,000 for a refresh to $75,000 for a mid-range remodel, and $150,000+ for a full custom kitchen. Cabinetry alone is usually 30–40% of the budget, which is why two kitchens of the same size can cost very differently. Pricing in Vaughan tracks the wider GTA market.
Do you handle permits for kitchen renovations in Vaughan?+
Yes. We manage the full permit process with City of Vaughan (Building Standards), including any variance or zoning review your Vaughan project requires.
How much does a kitchen renovation cost in the GTA?+
From about $30,000 for a basic refresh to $75,000 for a mid-range remodel, and $150,000+ for a full custom kitchen with premium appliances and cabinetry.
How long does a kitchen renovation take?+
Plan for 6–12 weeks on site. Custom cabinetry takes 6–8 weeks to fabricate, so ordering early usually sets the timeline.
Why is cabinetry so expensive?+
Custom cabinetry is millwork built and installed to your exact space, and it accounts for 30–40% of a kitchen budget. It's also the surface you touch every day, so it's the last place we'd cut.
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