DC kitchens are usually small, and that is exactly why design decisions matter more here than anywhere else. A galley kitchen in a Petworth rowhouse or a Columbia Heights condo cannot waste an inch — the difference between a cramped kitchen and a great one is layout, storage, and lighting, not square footage.
We remodel kitchens at every level: a finish refresh (paint, hardware, counters, backsplash), a pull-and-replace (new cabinets in the existing layout), or a full gut with layout changes. We will tell you honestly which level fits your budget and your house.
The biggest cost drivers in a DC kitchen are moving plumbing or gas lines, opening walls, and cabinet grade — in that order. Keeping the sink and stove where they are can save thousands. Our estimates break these choices out separately so you decide what the layout change is worth, before demolition starts.
For a detailed cost breakdown, read our guide to kitchen remodel costs in Washington, DC on the blog — it reflects real project numbers, not national averages.
A finish-level refresh runs about a week. A pull-and-replace typically takes two to three weeks. Full gut remodels with layout changes run four to eight weeks depending on inspections and material lead times.
Yes — we install IKEA cabinet systems regularly, including leveling the base properly and integrating custom fillers and panels so the result looks built-in.
We sequence the work to keep your downtime short, and we can set up a temporary kitchen station with your fridge and microwave during the cabinet and counter phase.