Asheville NC Kitchen Remodel Designs, Estimates, Costs, Reviews
Kitchen Remodel Designs
When an Asheville homeowner asks us about kitchen remodel ideas, there are many designs to choose from, which we’ll lay out below. Sometimes it’s just a matter of modernizing the current design, or adding some new counters or cabinets. Sometimes homeowners want an entirely new design, such as:
Modern Kitchen Design (you are up to date on all the trends, and we can match that energy): Clean lines, minimal clutter, neutral colors, natural light.
Scandinavian Kitchen (who looked at the kitchens in Norway and want some of that): Light and airy with a focus on natural materials like wood and textiles. White walls, cozy textures, and pops of color are key.
Minimalist Kitchen Look (who don’t want the kitchen to stand out, total functionality and efficiency here): Emphasizes simplicity and functionality. Minimalist spaces are free from clutter and focus on essential pieces.
Bohemian Kitchen Style (for all of you Asheville hippies, you know who you are and we love you for it!): Eclectic and free-spirited, mixing patterns, textures, and colors. Think global influences, vintage finds, and a relaxed atmosphere.
Industrial Kitchen Design (for the chefs in the family who want to feed a whole extended family on Thanksgiving): Raw and unfinished elements like exposed brick, concrete, and metal. Often features reclaimed wood and vintage industrial lighting.
Mid-Century Modern Kitchen (where you might stand by the counter and have a glass of whiskey): Characterized by clean lines, organic shapes, and a focus on functionality. Popular features include teak wood, leather, and geometric patterns.
Traditional Kitchen (The way grandma had it): Timeless and elegant, with a focus on symmetry, balance, and classic details. Often incorporates antiques, ornate moldings, and rich fabrics.
Coastal Kitchen Build Out (it might be Asheville but the kitchen will make you think of beachside oyster roasts and salt spray in the air): Relaxed and breezy, inspired by the beach. Features light colors, natural materials like wood and linen, and nautical accents.
Farmhouse Kitchen Build (this kitchen design matches Asheville’s vibe perfectly): Rustic and cozy, with a focus on natural materials like wood and stone. Often incorporates vintage finds, distressed finishes, and a touch of greenery.
Kitchen Remodel Costs In Asheville
Minimum Costs (Small kitchen)
Expect to spend $15k for a smaller to mid-range kitchen remodel (as of the time this is written, this is the average estimated cost of a kitchen remodel that ShellTedPete of Asheville NC does). What counts as a small kitchen? 8 cabinets on top and 8 on the bottom.
Max Cost (Large kitchen or very custom materials and construction skills at play)
The most a kitchen remodel in Asheville might run is around $100k. Every once in a while for some of the large homes with big kitchens, like those in Biltmore Forest, there are cases of kitchen remodels going up to 200k, but those are extremely rare cases where construction crews run into other issues that need to be fixed, or the homeowner changes their mind and goes with something totally different a quarter of the way in.
Why Do Kitchens Cost So Much To Remodel?
Kitchen construction tends to cost more than any other type of room remodel because of the type of materials used and because it involves multiple skill disciplines such as plumbing, electrical, cabinet carpentry, counter building and / or installation, as well as large kitchen appliance installation, which might involve refrigeration specialists as well.
Budgeting For a Kitchen Remodel In Asheville NC
If you’ve determined that you have $50k that is going to a kitchen remodel project, then the way it is spent in terms of percentages looks something like this:
Cabinets $14,500 & Installation $8,500
Flooring - $3.5k
Appliances $7k
Kitchen lighting $2.5k
Counters $5k
Walls & ceilings $2.5k
Windows / doors $2k
Plumbing (faucets, sinks) $2k
Kitchen Design – $2.5k
Does a Kitchen Remodel Add Value To My House?
Kitchen remodels can add value to homes, and serve as a real estate investment. However, it is important to remember that it may not be a 1:1 investment. For example on a $50k kitchen remodel, homeowners might only recoup only 75% of that investments ($37,500), and on a high end remodel, even less.
Common Questions To Ask Before Taking The Plunge
Will you stay in the home for 3-5 years after the remodel? If not, and the remodel must be done, it may be that you dedicate less budget.
Will I need to find somewhere else to live during the kitchen remodel? It is not necessary, but the job may get done quicker without residents in the work space.
How long will the remodel take? For something very small it could take a week or two. A good average for most kitchen remodels is 4-12 weeks (ShellTedPete has been able to average around 4 weeks for full kitchen remodeling project in Asheville). Some will say, mine only took 7 weeks, and others may say 10, but most kitchen remodels can easily fall between that 4-12 week average. For a very large kitchen remodel, it is not unheard of for workers to be in there for some months. In extreme cases, a kitchen remodel might last a year, but that would be up there among record times for the longest kitchen models.
Below are some pictures of a smaller kitchen remodel and a marble tiled kitchen remodel Shelltedpete did, which involved putting in new cabinets, a counter, walls, and a new stove.
