Kitchen Renovations Strathmore
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Delivering outstanding kitchen renovations in Strathmore and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Strathmore Kitchen, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering outstanding kitchen renovations in Strathmore 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 Strathmore Homes
Strathmore is a quiet, established suburb beside the Moonee Ponds Creek with interwar bungalows and solid postwar brick homes on generous blocks, alongside newer double-storey houses and townhouses. Kitchens in the older homes are typically separate rooms at the back, with a meals area, laminate benches, overhead cupboards and a door rather than a wide opening to the garden.
Typical kitchen projects here include removing walls to join kitchen, meals and family areas, adding island benches and walk-in pantries, upgrading lighting and appliances, and installing sliding doors to a rear deck or alfresco. Most interior kitchen work doesn’t need a planning permit, though removing load-bearing walls needs a building permit, and we check any overlays with the City of Moonee Valley first.
Strathmore at a Glance
- Postcode
- Strathmore VIC 3041
- Council
- City of Moonee Valley
- From the CBD
- About 10 km north-west
- Typical Homes
- Postwar brick and weatherboard homes
- Interwar bungalows
- Townhouses
- Newer double-storey homes
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,480,000
- Median unit price$840,000
- House rent$815 a week
- Unit rent$655 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Planning a Kitchen Renovation in Strathmore
Structure
Opening the Back of the House
In Strathmore’s postwar brick homes the kitchen, meals area and laundry are often separate rooms across the back of the house. Removing the walls between them can create one large space, but brick or loadbearing internal walls need an engineer’s design and a building permit. We inspect the roof and wall structure before drawing a layout.
Heritage
Period Details in Interwar Homes
Interwar Strathmore bungalows often have leadlight windows, picture rails, decorative ceilings and timber joinery that are worth keeping. A new kitchen can respect these with shaker or panelled doors, a traditional profile benchtop edge and lighting that does not cut into ornate plaster. Heritage controls mainly apply to external changes.
Outdoor
Doors to a Deep Backyard
Strathmore’s generous rear gardens are often hidden behind a small kitchen window and a back door. Wide sliding or stacking doors from the kitchen and meals area connect the room to a deck or paved alfresco, and they can bring northern light into the house where the garden faces north. We plan the doors and outdoor level together.
Light
Daylight in a Deep Floor Plan
Kitchens in the middle of a Strathmore house can be dark, particularly after a rear extension is added beyond them. Skylights, a highlight window above the cabinetry or a glazed section in the extension roof can bring daylight back in. Pendant lights and under-cabinet LEDs then fill in for cooking at night.
Electrical
Circuits for Modern Appliances
Older Strathmore homes are often still running their original or early switchboards. Wall ovens, induction cooktops, dishwashers and integrated fridges add load that may require switchboard upgrades and new circuits. Our licensed electricians assess the board at the start and provide a Certificate of Electrical Safety when the kitchen is complete.
Storage
A Butler’s Pantry
Some larger Strathmore homes have room for a butler’s pantry behind the main kitchen, often in space taken from the old laundry or a back porch. It can house a second sink, appliances and open shelves so the main kitchen stays clear. Ventilation and lighting need to be planned as well, since these rooms are often windowless.
Get a Free Kitchen Estimate in Strathmore
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Strathmore 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 Strathmore
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 Strathmore 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 Strathmore
Strathmore (3041) is about 10 km north-west of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate kitchens in Strathmore 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 planning permit for a new kitchen in Strathmore?
Generally not if the work is inside the existing house. Removing a loadbearing wall needs a building permit, and if the kitchen is part of an extension, a planning permit may apply where the property is in a Heritage Overlay or a flood overlay near Moonee Ponds Creek. We check the property report before the design is finalised.
Can the kitchen be moved to the back of our Strathmore house?
Often, yes. Moving the kitchen next to the garden usually means relocating plumbing, drainage, gas and electrical. On timber floors this is generally simpler than in a slab home because the pipes can run underneath. We check drainage falls and access before recommending a new position.
Will a modern kitchen suit our interwar Strathmore bungalow?
It can. Many owners choose a clean, simple kitchen that sits comfortably with original features such as timber floors, leadlight and decorative ceilings. Materials like timber, natural stone looks and painted cabinetry help it feel at home in a period house. We discuss the style with you at the start.
Should we renovate our Strathmore kitchen before selling?
A full new kitchen is rarely needed before a sale. Strathmore buyers often look at original homes expecting to make changes. Fixing worn benchtops, broken drawers and water damage, repainting and updating handles and lighting usually present the room well. A new kitchen makes more sense if you plan to stay and enjoy it for a few years.
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.