Kitchen Renovations Cremorne
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Delivering outstanding kitchen renovations in Cremorne and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Cremorne Kitchen, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering outstanding kitchen renovations in Cremorne for over 20 years. Established in early 2002, our family-run business is proud to provide friendly, fast, fair, and efficient home renovation services across metropolitan Melbourne.
What Our Clients Say
5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 25 reviews
Outstanding Service
“Tony and Milan redid my tired old-looking floor and skirting in the whole kitchen area. Their attention to detail, prompt, friendly, value for money and service is A+. It's good to see that they take your job as if it's their own home they are renovating. LOVE YOUR WORK GUYS AND THANK YOU. I highly recommend.”
Kitchen and outdoor renovations
“Fantastic service and fantastic price. We had our outdoor area fully tiled and our kitchen renovated. They talked me through the process step by step, did what they promised in the time they promised, were always on time and so very friendly. They even went out of their way with additional extras, running around Melbourne buying everything I needed to take the pressure off me. Would recommend you give them a try. The pricing is very reasonable and affordable, and nothing was too big for them to do. Father and son service, fantastic team.”
Kitchen Renovation
“I was very happy with the high quality service provided by Tony and his team. He was professional, skilled and was focused on delivering a high quality result within our budget. Tony was always available to answer my questions and addressed all concerns promptly. The kitchen looks amazing. I highly recommend Smarter Home Renovations.”
Renovating Kitchens in Cremorne Homes
Cremorne is a small, busy pocket between Swan Street, Church Street, Punt Road and the river, where tiny Victorian workers’ cottages sit beside converted warehouses and new commercial buildings. Cottage kitchens are usually at the very back of the house in a lean-to, while apartment kitchens are compact runs along one wall of the living space.
Kitchen projects here range from making every centimetre count in narrow cottages with full-height joinery, to using skylights and glazed doors to bring light into rear kitchens, designing kitchens for warehouse apartments with high ceilings, and upgrading apartment kitchens within fixed services. Cremorne has heritage areas, so external changes can need a planning permit from the City of Yarra, and apartment work needs owners corporation approval.
Cremorne at a Glance
- Postcode
- Cremorne VIC 3121
- Council
- City of Yarra
- From the CBD
- About 3 km south-east
- Typical Homes
- Victorian workers’ cottages
- Single-fronted terraces
- Warehouse apartments
- New apartments
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,215,000
- Median unit price$627,000
- House rent$850 a week
- Unit rent$700 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Before You Renovate a Kitchen in Cremorne
Storage
Kitchens in Tiny Cottages
A Cremorne cottage kitchen may have only a few metres of wall, so storage has to go up and into every corner. Tall pantry units, drawers to the floor, a slim appliance garage and open shelving on a short wall all help. We design joinery to the ceiling while keeping the room feeling open.
Light
Light Between Close Neighbours
Rear kitchens in Cremorne often face a neighbour’s wall or a commercial building only a few metres away. A skylight over the bench, a high window on the courtyard side or glazed doors to a small yard can bring in daylight without losing privacy. We check whether roof changes need heritage approval.
Heritage
The Cremorne Heritage Precinct
Many of Cremorne’s cottages, dating from roughly the 1880s to the 1920s, are in the Cremorne heritage precinct. An internal kitchen generally doesn’t need a planning permit, but demolishing a lean-to, building a rear extension or changing visible windows and roofs may. We confirm the controls on your property before design.
Apartments
Warehouse Kitchens With High Ceilings
Converted warehouses in Cremorne often have high ceilings and exposed brick or concrete, which suit tall joinery and feature lighting. Services may be exposed or limited to set points. We design around existing plumbing, check building rules on noise and ducting, and plan lighting that suits the high space.
Energy
Moving Cooking From Gas
Many Cremorne cottages still have gas cooktops and old switchboards. Switching to induction usually needs a new dedicated circuit and may need a switchboard upgrade. We arrange capping of the gas line by a licensed gasfitter and our licensed electricians provide a Certificate of Electrical Safety.
Get a Free Kitchen Estimate in Cremorne
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Cremorne home.
- 1Tell us about your project
Two quick steps. It takes about two minutes.
- 2We call you back
Tony will be in touch within one business day to talk through your ideas.
- 3Free on-site consultation
We visit, measure up and listen to how you want the space to work.
- 4Fixed-price quote
A detailed, itemised quote. What we quote is what you pay.
No obligation, no pressure
Family-run since 2002. Your estimate is free and your details are never shared with third parties.
Your Kitchen Renovations in Cremorne
Custom Cabinetry
Designed and built to your exact dimensions, with a finish and hardware selection that suits your taste.
Benchtops & Splashbacks
Stone, engineered quartz, or laminate, paired with tiled or glass splashbacks that tie the room together.
Appliance Integration
We source and install quality appliances that fit seamlessly into your cabinetry for a clean, cohesive look.
Plumbing & Fixtures
Sink, tap, and under-bench plumbing handled by licensed plumbers. We also install dishwashers and filtration systems.
Electrical & Lighting
Pendant lights, under-cabinet LEDs, and power point placement designed around how you actually use your kitchen.
Design & Planning
A dedicated designer works with you to finalise the layout, finishes, and timeline before a single tradesperson arrives.
Your Cremorne Kitchen in 5 Steps
Meet & Greet
We get to know you and your specific needs. And you find out more about us to make sure we are a good fit.
Consult & Design
We ask lots of questions to understand your ideal outcome for your project. We discuss layout, budget, colours and more.
Quote
A comprehensive quotation outlining all the details, costs and timelines to complete your project.
Construct & Manage
Time to get to work with all our suppliers and trades to construct your project and deliver it as promised.
Deliver
We strive to deliver your project on time and on budget. We believe in 100% customer satisfaction from start to finish.
Kitchen Renovations In and Around Cremorne
Cremorne (3121) is about 3 km south-east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate kitchens in Cremorne and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Will my Cremorne kitchen renovation need council approval?
Usually not for work inside the existing kitchen. Cremorne’s heritage controls focus on external changes, so a new rear extension, larger windows or skylights may need a planning permit from the City of Yarra. Structural changes, such as removing a wall, also need a building permit. We check both before design.
Can I open my Cremorne kitchen onto the courtyard?
Usually, yes. Replacing a window or back door with glazed sliding doors is a common change in Cremorne cottages. Brick openings need a correctly sized lintel, and visible changes may need heritage consideration. We match floor levels where possible so the courtyard feels like part of the kitchen.
How long will a Cremorne kitchen renovation take?
A replacement on the same layout usually leaves you without a kitchen for a few weeks, mainly between demolition and benchtop installation. Structural changes or a rear extension take longer and may need permits. We give you a written schedule and plan deliveries around narrow streets and limited parking.
Should I renovate the kitchen before selling my Cremorne cottage?
In a small Cremorne cottage, the kitchen is often part of the main living space, so its condition is noticed straight away. If the layout works, new doors, benchtops, appliances and lighting can freshen it quickly. A full redesign or extension takes longer and may need heritage approval, so it suits owners with more time before listing.
Ready to Start Your Renovation?
No matter the project, our team has the right solution. Get in touch today for a free, no-obligation quote, and let's get your renovation underway.