Kitchen Renovations Reservoir
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Delivering outstanding kitchen renovations in Reservoir and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Reservoir Kitchen, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering outstanding kitchen renovations in Reservoir 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 Reservoir Homes
Reservoir is Darebin’s most populous suburb, built mostly in the decades after the Second World War, with weatherboard and brick veneer homes on suburban blocks and a steady stream of townhouses and units replacing older houses. Kitchens in the original homes are small and enclosed, with a meals nook, a window over the sink and laminate or timber cabinetry that has often been patched up over the years.
Common Reservoir kitchen work includes removing walls to link the kitchen to the living and dining rooms, replacing old cabinetry with practical storage and a pantry, upgrading wiring, switchboards and plumbing that date back to the original build, and adding doors that open to the backyard. Our Reservoir kitchen project took a period approach instead. Most interior kitchen work doesn’t need a planning permit from Darebin City Council, and we handle the trade compliance.
Reservoir at a Glance
- Postcode
- Reservoir VIC 3073
- Council
- Darebin City Council
- From the CBD
- About 12 km north
- Typical Homes
- Post-war weatherboards
- Brick veneer homes
- Townhouses and units
- Former housing commission homes
- Property Market
- Median house price$965,000
- Median unit price$665,000
- House rent$600 a week
- Unit rent$540 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
What to Plan For in a Reservoir Kitchen
Layout
Meals Nook to Open Plan
The typical Reservoir post-war kitchen opens to a small meals nook, with the lounge behind a wall. Removing that wall creates one room for cooking, eating and living, which suits most families. If the wall carries ceiling joists or roof loads, a beam is needed. We check from the roof space and allow for it in the quote.
Design
A Period Kitchen in Reservoir
Our Reservoir kitchen renovation, completed in 2023, shows a different approach for a period home: solid dark timber cabinetry, a black quartz benchtop, a brick-pattern splashback, a built-in pantry and an external bar bench with corbel brackets. It suits owners who want a kitchen that matches the character of an older house.
Electrical
Original Switchboards
Reservoir homes built in the 1950s and 1960s often still have the original switchboard with ceramic fuses and only a few circuits. A new kitchen with modern appliances usually needs a switchboard upgrade and safety switches. We include this in the fixed-price quote, and our licensed electricians provide a Certificate of Electrical Safety.
Storage
Storage for Busy Households
Original Reservoir kitchens rarely have a pantry or enough drawers. Pot drawers, a tall pantry unit, a concealed bin cupboard and corner solutions make far more of the same floor area. Where the old meals area becomes part of the kitchen, a wall of tall cabinets can hold the fridge, pantry and oven together.
Materials
Kitchens in Newer Units
Townhouses and units built across Reservoir in recent decades often have kitchens with laminate benchtops and basic cabinets that wear quickly. Replacing doors, benchtops, splashback and appliances, while keeping the layout and plumbing, can refresh them without major disruption. If the property has an owners corporation, we check whether approval is needed.
Get a Free Kitchen Estimate in Reservoir
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Reservoir 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 Reservoir
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 Reservoir 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 Reservoir
Reservoir (3073) is about 12 km north of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate kitchens in Reservoir and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
Kitchen Renovations MelbourneCan I see a kitchen you have renovated in Reservoir?
Yes. The Reservoir kitchen renovation on our projects page, completed in 2023, has solid dark timber cabinetry, a black reconstituted quartz benchtop, pot drawers, a concealed bin cupboard, a built-in pantry and a bar bench with corbel brackets. It was designed to suit a period home and shows how storage can be built in without crowding the room.
Can we open our 1950s Reservoir kitchen to the backyard?
Usually, yes. Many Reservoir kitchens sit at the back of the house with a window over the sink facing the yard. Replacing that window or a nearby wall with sliding doors needs a lintel or beam, and a building permit if it is structural. We check the wall and the ground level outside first.
How do we manage at home without a kitchen?
Many Reservoir owners set up a temporary kitchen in the laundry or meals area, with a microwave, kettle, fridge and a portable cooktop. The work area is sealed off while we work and cleaned up as we go. Your written schedule shows how many days the kitchen will be out of action.
What does a Reservoir rental kitchen need before new tenants move in?
Victoria’s rental minimum standards require a dedicated area for cooking and preparing food, a sink with hot and cold water and a stovetop with two or more burners. In older Reservoir houses, also check that the oven and rangehood work and the wiring is safe. If you plan to sell instead, replacing tired doors and benchtops is often enough.
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.