What is the right order for a kitchen renovation?

Demolition, then waterproofing, then the electrical and plumbing rough-in, then plastering and flooring, then cabinetry, then the countertop, and finally the appliances. The order matters because each stage seals the one before it.

Can a kitchen be renovated while we still live in the house?

Yes, and most are. A temporary kitchen with an induction plate, microwave and a relocated fridge, plus a sealed dust barrier, lets the family keep cooking and living while the main kitchen is rebuilt.

What takes the longest in a kitchen renovation?

The made-to-order items rather than the on-site labour: custom joinery, natural stone that has to be sourced and templated, and certain imported appliances. Deciding these early keeps the rest of the work from waiting on them.

Is renovating a flat kitchen different from a villa kitchen?

Yes. A flat's plumbing and footprint are usually fixed, so the work stays in the finish-and-fitting layer. A villa or independent house allows the layout, services and walls to change, which widens the scope and lengthens the schedule.

Can the kitchen layout be changed in an apartment?

Within limits. Cabinetry, the counter and the internal arrangement can be redesigned freely, but the plumbing position and structural walls are usually fixed, so the new layout is planned around them rather than over them.

Kitchen Renovation in a Home You Live In

A kitchen renovation in an occupied home follows a set order, from demolition and waterproofing to the appliances. Here is what the work involves, where the long waits hide, and how a flat, a villa and an independent house differ.