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Bellevue & the Eastside · Kitchen refresh
New cabinets or cabinet fronts, counters, backsplash, sink, lighting and appliances in your existing layout. Designed in 3D, permitted and built by our own crew for one fixed price.
In-house crews · Licensed, bonded & insured in WA · Permits handled for you
Kitchen refresh at a glance
Typical cost
$45k – $75k
Build time
8–12 weeks
Permit review
2–4 weeks, often trade permits only
Design
3D before you sign
Licensed
Bonded & insured in WA
In-house
Crews for the core trades
3D design
See it before we build it
Permits
Filed and managed by us
The short answer
A kitchen refresh on the Eastside usually costs $45,000 to $75,000 and takes 8 to 12 weeks of construction. It keeps your walls, plumbing and appliance locations where they are and replaces what you see and touch: cabinets or cabinet fronts, counters, backsplash, sink, lighting and often flooring. Because nothing structural moves, permits are simpler and your kitchen is out of service for less time.
Reviewed by John, project lead · Prices from our 2025–26 Eastside kitchen projects · Updated October 2026
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Kitchen refresh
Most refreshes replace the cabinets (or just the doors and drawer fronts on solid boxes), countertops, backsplash, sink and faucet, under-cabinet and ceiling lighting, and paint. Many clients add new flooring and appliances at the same time. The footprint, plumbing lines and walls stay where they are.
That's what keeps the price and timeline down: no structural engineering, no relocated drain lines, and usually only electrical and plumbing permits instead of a full building permit.
A refresh makes sense when your layout already works and the problem is dated finishes, worn cabinets or poor lighting. If you want an island where a wall is now, or the sink on another wall, look at an open-concept or layout change instead.
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Layout stays, so permitting is simpler
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New cabinets or refaced fronts
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Quartz, quartzite or solid-surface counters
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Lighting plan with under-cabinet LEDs
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Fixed price before demolition starts
Plan your kitchen
Refresh · same layout · 8–12 wks
Full gut · all new · 12–18 wks
Open concept · wall out · 12–18 wks
Luxury · pro appliances · 14–20 wks
Quartz and quartzite counters
Shaker, slab or inset cabinets
Induction and gas ranges
Layered and under-cabinet lighting
How it works
01
Week 1
We visit, measure, talk through budget and check what's behind the walls.
02
Weeks 2–4
Layout, cabinets and finishes in 3D, with one fixed price you approve before we start.
03
Weeks 3–6
We file permits and order cabinets and long-lead items early, so the build never waits on parts.
04
Weeks 6–16
Demolition, rough-in, inspections, cabinets, counters, tile and paint. We can set up a temporary kitchen so you keep cooking.
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Final week
Final inspection, punch list and a written warranty on our work.
Typical kitchen projects
Refresh
New shaker cabinets, quartz counters, tile backsplash, LED lighting and a new sink, all in the existing footprint.
$45k – $75k
8–12 weeks
Full gut
New electrical panel circuits, plumbing, flooring, custom-height cabinets, a working island and new appliances.
$75k – $120k
12–18 weeks
Open concept
Structural beam, engineer's letter, relocated plumbing and a large island that becomes the center of the house.
$100k – $150k
12–18 weeks
Reviews
Real Google reviews from homeowners in Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond and nearby cities who remodeled with Renovision.
Kitchen remodeling FAQ
Straight answers from our project leads. Don't see your question? Call (425) 276-6501.
How much does a kitchen refresh cost?
Most of our Eastside kitchen refreshes cost $45,000 to $75,000. Where you land depends on whether you replace or reface the cabinets, the counter material, and whether new appliances are part of the job.
How long does a kitchen refresh take?
Construction takes 8–12 weeks. Add 2–6 weeks before that for design, ordering and permits. Cabinet lead time usually sets the start date.
Do I need a permit for a kitchen refresh?
Usually only electrical and plumbing permits, for new circuits, lighting and the sink hookup. Purely cosmetic work like paint or cabinet fronts typically doesn't need one. We file whatever your city requires.
Can I keep my cabinet boxes and just replace the doors?
Yes, if the boxes are solid wood or plywood and in good shape. We check them at the consult. Particleboard boxes with water damage under the sink should be replaced.
What's the difference between a refresh and a full kitchen remodel?
A refresh keeps the layout, plumbing and walls. A full gut remodel takes the room to the studs with new electrical and plumbing, typically $75,000–$120,000 and 12–18 weeks.
Does a kitchen refresh add value to my home?
A minor kitchen remodel typically recoups about 75–85% of its cost at resale, one of the best returns of any remodel.
Can I live at home during a kitchen refresh?
Yes. A refresh keeps your kitchen out of service for less time than a full remodel. We seal the work area with dust barriers and can set up a temporary kitchen with your fridge, a microwave and a sink.
Start your kitchen refresh
Tell us what you want to change. We'll visit, measure, and send you a fixed price for your refresh.
Renovision Design & Build LLC
1400 112th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 276-6501 · Mon–Fri 8–5
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