HOW MUCH DOES GOOD DESIGN COST?
It depends on your goals.
DESIGN ADDS VALUE FASTER THAN IT ADDS COST
Interior Alchemy® transforms space into customized experiences which improve your quality of life.
We tailor your design solution to improve the way you use the space according to your unique needs and lifestyle.
Any vehicle can take you from Point A to Point B. A bicycle, a Toyota, a Mercedes or a Bentley will all take you where you need to go. But how you arrive is entirely up to you and what you value from that journey.
A space which serves you and your lifestyle, and enables you to easily do the things you want to do is worth its weight in gold.
Each Interior Design Project is Customized to Suit Your Needs.
There is no such thing as single flat fee pricing for design services because no two design projects are identical. We price projects on a case-by-case basis. Factors which influence pricing are project scope, size, challenges involved, number of consultants required, complexity, budget, timing, etc. That said, we offer transparent and honest fee pricing and we understand that you need to know a few things about cost before you proceed. Indicative kitchen remodel costs are below in our Pricing Guide.
Understanding How Kitchen Investment Levels Relate to Achieving Various Goals
We have developed the guide below to help you understand typical kitchen remodel costs in Portland for a complete kitchen renovation or remodel at 4 different investment levels. These investment levels are estimated to include the total kitchen remodel costs of the project (full service design fees, all materials, fixtures, appliances, and labor) for a 200 square foot kitchen remodel in Portland.
***These numbers are for informational purposes only and are provided for your consideration in helping you determine the investment you will need in order to achieve the level of value you desire. This is not a quote for actual design services.
UPDATING/REFRESHING KITCHEN RENOVATION
- Ideal for upgrading the aesthetics when everything else works
- Retain Existing Floor Plan, Drywall Stays Intact
- Retain Existing Location of Sink/Appliances
- Prefabricated or Basic Cabinetry with Few Pullouts
- Homeowner Purchases After-Market Cabinet Accessories
- Contractor Grade or Clearance Sale Appliances with Basic Functionality
- Standard Chrome Kitchen Faucet and Economy Stainless Steel Sink
- Laminate Countertop or Budget Engineered Stone
- Stock Tile Backsplash from a Big Box Store or Tile Outlet
- Vinyl or Laminate Flooring from a Flooring Outlet
- 1-2 Stock Lighting Fixtures with Standard Wall Switch Control
- The Project Team: Homeowner as GC, Designer, Some Labor Support
- Typical Full Service Design Fee Range: 10 – 15+%
MINOR REDESIGN & KITCHEN REMODEL
- Ideal for improving the layout and bringing systems up to code
- Slightly Reworking the Floor Plan to Suit Your Needs
- Relocate Sink or Add an Additional Appliance
- Semi-Custom Cabinetry with Soft-Closes and Undercabinet Lighting
- Drawer Organizers Designed to Fit the Drawers and Pull-outs
- Upgraded Appliances with Innovative Features
- Touchless Faucet Upgrade and Sink, Both with Designer Finishes
- High Quality Quartz or Basic Natural Stone Countertop
- Matching Basic Natural Stone Slab or Premium Tile Backsplash
- Tile or Engineered Wood Flooring Built to Endure Daily Kitchen Use
- Adding Lighting Layers and Dimming Capabilities
- The Project Team: General Contractor, Designer, Trades
- Typical Full Service Design Fee Range: 8 – 13+%
LUXURY KITCHEN REMODEL/BUILD-OUT
- Ideal for those who love spending time in the kitchen and entertaining
- Reworking Entire Floor Plan, To-The-Studs, Everything New
- Relocate Sink and Add a Second Sink & an Additional Appliance
- Custom Cabinetry with Premium Materials, Custom Hood Covers
- Custom Drawer Organizers, Knife Blocks, and Pocket Door Systems
- Professional Integrated Appliances, Wine Coolers, Steam Ovens
- Specialty Faucet, Workstation Sink, a Second Sink with Beverage Tap
- Custom Countertop Features (e.g. Waterfalls), Premium Natural Stone
- Premium Natural Stone Slab or Tile Backsplash, Bookmatching
- Premium Tile or Wide Plank Engineered Hardwood Flooring
- Custom Light Fixtures, Programmable and White-Tunable Lighting Scenes
- The Project Team: GC, Designer, Trades, Integrator, a Craftsperson
- Typical Full Service Design Fee Range: 7 – 12+%
A KITCHEN WORTHY OF A DESIGN MAGAZINE
- Ideal for those who want everything a kitchen can offer them
- Custom Floor Plan, Adding Space, Moving Walls/Windows/Doors
- Upgrade Plumbing/Electrical Systems to Support New Appliances/Fixtures
- Cabinetry is a Sculptural Work of Art, Exotic Materials, Motorizations
- Bespoke Drawer Organizers & Kitchen Tools Designed Specifically for You
- Statement Appliances, Specialized Chef Equipment, Column Refrigeration
- Best in Class Workstations, Premium Finishes, Filtered/Carbonated Taps
- Exotic Stone, Sculptural Countertop Designs, Heated Countertops
- Carved Stone Slab, Artisan Mosaic Tile, Handmade Tile Backsplash
- Flooring as Art, Chevron/Heringbone, Exotic Woods/Stone, Heated Floor
- Artisinal Light Fixtures, Best-in-Class Integrated Lighting System
- The Project Team: GC, Designer, Trades, Integrator, Many Artisans
- Typical Full Service Design Fee Range: 10 – 18+%
