Kitchen Renovations Vermont
Vermont Kitchens,
Built to Last
Delivering outstanding kitchen renovations in Vermont and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Vermont Kitchen, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering outstanding kitchen renovations in Vermont 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 Vermont Homes
Vermont is an established eastern suburb with leafy streets of 1960s and 1970s brick veneer and split-level homes on generous, sometimes sloping blocks, with units and townhouses mixed in. Kitchens in these homes are often closed or L-shaped rooms with dark timber or laminate cabinets, and a meals area that doesn’t connect well with the garden.
Typical kitchen projects here include opening the kitchen to the meals and family room, adding island benches and pantries, replacing dated cabinetry and benchtops, and creating wide openings to a deck or alfresco area. Most interior kitchen work doesn’t need a planning permit, and we check any tree controls with the City of Whitehorse, or the City of Maroondah in part of Vermont, before external changes.
Vermont at a Glance
- Postcode
- Vermont VIC 3133
- Council
- City of Whitehorse (part of Vermont is in the City of Maroondah)
- From the CBD
- About 22 km east
- Typical Homes
- 1960s and 1970s brick veneer homes
- Split-level homes
- Units and townhouses
- Newer double-storey homes
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,300,000
- Median unit price$895,000
- House rent$700 a week
- Unit rent$600 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Planning a Kitchen Renovation in Vermont
Layout
Reworking an L-Shaped Kitchen
Many Vermont kitchens from the late 1960s and 1970s are L-shaped, with a meals area at one end and a wall separating them from the family room. Replacing that wall with an island bench, or turning the L into a U with a breakfast bar, gives more bench space and better flow. We look at the structure before suggesting a layout.
Slope
A Kitchen Above a Sloping Yard
On Vermont’s sloping blocks the kitchen can sit well above the backyard, so a door from the kitchen opens onto a drop. A deck at kitchen floor level with stairs to the garden makes the connection work. If it is more than 800 mm above the ground, a building permit and compliant balustrades generally apply.
Trees
Extensions Near Protected Trees
Parts of Vermont are covered by Whitehorse Significant Landscape Overlay controls that protect larger trees. Taking out a protected tree, or building close to one, may need a planning permit. If the new kitchen is part of a rear extension, we check the controls and tree positions before design.
Electrical
Rewiring a 1970s Kitchen
Vermont kitchens from the 1970s were wired for fewer appliances than most families use today. An induction cooktop, wall oven, dishwasher and microwave each need suitable circuits, and the switchboard may need upgrading. Our licensed electricians assess the board early and issue a Certificate of Electrical Safety when finished.
Light
Brightening Dark Timber Kitchens
Dark timber or laminate cabinetry and small windows can make a Vermont kitchen feel closed in. Lighter cabinet finishes, a larger window over the sink, a skylight in the meals area and good task lighting all help. Where gum trees shade the house, we position windows and skylights to catch the light available.
Get a Free Kitchen Estimate in Vermont
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Vermont 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 Vermont
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 Vermont 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 Vermont
Vermont (3133) is about 22 km east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate kitchens in Vermont and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
Kitchen Renovations MelbourneNearby suburbs we service
Which council approves kitchen renovations in Vermont?
Most of Vermont is in the City of Whitehorse, but part of the suburb is in the City of Maroondah. For work inside the existing house, a planning permit is rarely needed from either. If your kitchen is part of an extension or involves trees, we check the controls with the right council for your street.
Can you open up a split-level Vermont kitchen?
Often, but split-level homes have changes in floor height and roof lines that affect which walls can be removed. Some walls support the roof or a half level above. We check the structure and explain what is possible, including whether an engineer’s beam and building permit are needed.
How long will we be without a kitchen in Vermont?
For a kitchen on the same footprint, the main gap is between demolition and the benchtops going in, since stone or laminate tops are templated once the cabinets are fixed. In a split-level Vermont home, a lower level rumpus or laundry often makes a workable temporary kitchen. Structural changes or an extension add time, and your written schedule shows each stage.
Is a new kitchen worth it before we sell or lease our Vermont house?
Often a refresh is the better choice. Many buyers inspecting a 1970s Vermont home expect to change the kitchen themselves, and tenants mostly want everything to work. Repairing swollen cupboard bases, replacing a failing cooktop or rangehood, fixing leaks under the sink and painting or replacing doors usually present the room well. A full new kitchen suits owners who will use it for 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.