Kitchen Renovations McKinnon
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Delivering outstanding kitchen renovations in McKinnon and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your McKinnon Kitchen, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering outstanding kitchen renovations in McKinnon 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 McKinnon Homes
McKinnon is a family suburb on the Frankston line in Glen Eira, with interwar Californian bungalows near the station and postwar brick homes on flat, regular blocks, many now replaced by double-storey houses and townhouses. In the older homes, the kitchen sits at the rear behind the living rooms, often small and cut off from the backyard.
Common kitchen projects here include opening the kitchen into a new rear living area, adding a large island and walk-in pantry, connecting to the garden with wide sliding doors, and updating kitchens in newer homes with better storage and finishes. Most kitchen work doesn’t need a planning permit, but we confirm requirements with Glen Eira City Council where an extension or external change is involved.
McKinnon at a Glance
- Postcode
- McKinnon VIC 3204
- Council
- Glen Eira City Council
- From the CBD
- About 13 km south-east
- Typical Homes
- Interwar Californian bungalows
- Postwar brick homes
- New double-storey homes
- Townhouses
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,877,500
- Median unit price$876,000
- House rent$900 a week
- Unit rent$800 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 McKinnon
Layout
Moving the Kitchen Into an Extension
In many McKinnon bungalows the kitchen is a small room at the end of the hallway. A rear extension lets it move into a new open living area, with the old kitchen becoming a laundry, bathroom or study. We plan where plumbing will run so the new kitchen lines up with the drains under the house.
Light
Orientation and Daylight
McKinnon’s regular blocks run in different directions, so the backyard may face north and get winter sun or face south and stay shaded. A north-facing kitchen benefits from eaves or awnings, while a south-facing one may need skylights or highlight windows. We look at the block’s orientation before placing the kitchen and windows.
Storage
Island and Pantry Space
A large island and a walk-in or butler’s pantry are common requests in McKinnon family homes. Both need floor space, so they work best in an extension or when an internal wall comes out. We plan the island size, walkways and pantry access so the kitchen works when several people are using it at once.
Design
Refreshing Newer Kitchens
Kitchens in McKinnon’s newer double-storey homes are often only a decade or two old but showing wear, with chipped edges, tired doors or a layout that doesn’t suit the family. Replacing doors, benchtops and appliances on the same footprint can be enough. We assess whether the cabinet boxes are worth keeping.
Electrical
Power for a Bigger Kitchen
An older McKinnon bungalow may have an original switchboard that can’t support an induction cooktop, oven, dishwasher and several new circuits for an extended kitchen. Upgrading the switchboard and adding safety switches is usually part of the job. A Certificate of Electrical Safety is issued by our licensed electricians once the circuits are in.
Get a Free Kitchen Estimate in McKinnon
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your McKinnon 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 McKinnon
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 McKinnon 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 Projects
Kitchen Renovations In and Around McKinnon
McKinnon (3204) is about 13 km south-east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate kitchens in McKinnon and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Do I need a permit to extend my McKinnon kitchen at the rear?
An extension generally needs a building permit. Whether a planning permit is also needed from Glen Eira City Council depends on the zone, any heritage or flood overlay and how close the extension sits to boundaries. Larger trees nearby may also need consideration under council’s tree local law. We check your property before design.
Can we keep our McKinnon kitchen where it is and update it?
Yes. If the room is a reasonable size, replacing cabinets, benchtops and appliances on the same footprint avoids moving plumbing and gas. Removing a wall to the dining room can open it up without an extension. In McKinnon bungalows, we check whether that wall is load-bearing before suggesting it.
How long will a McKinnon kitchen renovation take?
The kitchen is out of use from demolition until benchtops are installed and appliances connected. As part of an extension, the new kitchen is built while you use the old one, which reduces time without a kitchen. We give you a written schedule so you can plan around it.
Is a new kitchen worth it before selling in McKinnon?
In McKinnon’s older homes, buyers often look at the kitchen to judge how much work the house needs. If the layout is sound, replacing worn benchtops, doors and handles, updating lighting and making sure appliances work usually present it well. Moving the kitchen into an extension is a major project better suited to owners planning to stay.
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.