Kitchen design and planning · Northern Ireland
Kitchen design and planning in County Tyrone
Our kitchen design and planning work covers the whole of County Tyrone, including Omagh, Strabane and Dungannon.
When does kitchen design and planning make sense in County Tyrone?
Owners of new-build homes in County Tyrone sometimes redesign the standard kitchen after a few years to add tall storage, an extra appliance or a breakfast bar.
People in County Tyrone planning an open-plan kitchen-diner often want a layout drawn before their builder starts, so services end up in exactly the right places.
What does kitchen design and planning in County Tyrone include?
Here is what usually goes into kitchen design and planning, adjusted to your County Tyrone kitchen after we have measured it:
- Measured survey of walls, windows, doors, ceiling height and floor levels
- Positions of water, waste, gas, power and radiators recorded on the plan
- Layout options such as galley, L-shaped, U-shaped, island or peninsula
- Working zones planned for preparation, cooking, washing and storage
- Appliance positions, housings and ventilation gaps checked against real sizes
- Socket, switch, lighting and extraction positions marked for the electrician
- Elevations and 3D views for larger or open-plan kitchens where chosen
- A final plan and specification to order from and fit to
How much does kitchen design and planning cost in County Tyrone?
Typical kitchen design and planning prices for homes in County Tyrone, including VAT and adjusted for Northern Ireland. Your own figure depends on the size of the kitchen, the layout and what is moving. Labour rates in Northern Ireland are generally lower than in London and the South East, so these ranges are a little below the national guide.
| Typical project | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Design for a kitchen we supplyMeasured survey, layout plan and specification are part of the supply-and-fit price | Included |
| Measured drawings and layout plan for a kitchen bought elsewhereMeasured drawing, layout and service positions for your fitter and supplier | £260–£790 |
| Detailed design with 3D views and elevationsFor larger or open-plan kitchens | £530–£1,300 |
Design is included in the supply-and-fit price; for kitchens bought elsewhere, the guide prices cover the measured survey, layout drawing and service positions, with 3D views and elevations in the detailed option. The survey visit to quote is free; the fee covers the measured drawings and layout plan you can take to any supplier. Prices include VAT at 20%.
Kitchens in homes across County Tyrone
You will find rural bungalows, farmhouses, red-brick terraces and post-war estate houses throughout County Tyrone. Rural bungalows often have a long kitchen-dining room at the back, while terraced houses in Omagh and Strabane tend to have a narrow kitchen in the return.
Hardness varies across County Tyrone depending on the source, and some rural homes use private supplies, so check before choosing a filter or boiling water tap. Farm lanes, long drives and narrow country roads can limit delivery vehicles, so worktop lengths and delivery times are planned at the survey.
In a rural bungalow or farmhouse, the kitchen often doubles as the main living space, with a range, a large table and a utility for boots. Terraced houses in the towns tend to have small return kitchens that owners open into the living room.
Rules for kitchen design and planning in County Tyrone
In Northern Ireland, a new kitchen layout needs no planning permission, but structural changes and new drainage connections go to council building control. Domestic electrics have no notification scheme, though socket and circuit positions should be designed, installed and tested to BS 7671. Technical Booklet K covers ventilation, and moving a gas hob means new pipework by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
A kitchen fit itself needs no planning permission, but listed buildings and homes in conservation areas in older town centres may need consent for new external vents.
Before you start
- Leave clear walkways; common guidance is around a metre between facing runs or around an island, and more if two people cook together.
- Base units are typically 600 mm deep with a worktop height of around 900 mm; taller or shorter cooks may want this adjusted.
- Mark radiators, the boiler, stopcock and meters on the plan early, as moving them adds cost and changes what can go where.
- Plan landing space either side of the hob and next to the oven and fridge, so hot pans and shopping always have somewhere to go.
- Note where sunlight falls in your County Tyrone kitchen during the day, as it affects where people like to prepare food and sit.
- Measure the appliances you are keeping, including the depth with the doors open, and bring the sizes to the design meeting.
Questions about kitchen design and planning in County Tyrone
How much does kitchen design and planning cost in County Tyrone?
For measured drawings and a layout plan for a kitchen bought elsewhere, budget around £260 to £790 including VAT in County Tyrone. That reflects typical costs in Northern Ireland; we confirm the actual figure in writing once we have measured up.
Do you cover the whole of County Tyrone?
Yes. We carry out kitchen design and planning across County Tyrone, including Omagh, Strabane, Dungannon and Cookstown. Every job starts with a free survey visit and an itemised written quote.
What is the kitchen work triangle?
The work triangle is a planning idea that links the sink, hob and fridge, keeping each within a short, unobstructed walk of the others so cooking takes fewer steps. It is still a useful check, but many kitchens are now planned in zones for preparation, cooking, washing and storage, which suits larger and open-plan rooms where more than one person uses the space.
What are the standard sizes of kitchen units and worktops?
Base units are typically 600 mm deep, with worktops around 900 mm from the floor, though the plinth height can raise or lower this slightly. Unit widths come in standard steps, commonly from 150 mm up to 1,000 mm, and wall units are shallower, often around 300 to 350 mm deep. A plan built on real measurements uses filler panels to take up any leftover space.
How long does kitchen design take?
Usually one to three weeks from the survey to a final plan, depending on how many layout options you want to compare and how quickly choices about doors, worktops and appliances are made. A replacement in the same layout can be settled quickly, while an open-plan room with an island or moved services often takes a few rounds of changes.
Kitchen design and planning in towns across County Tyrone
Choose a town for local guide prices and postcode coverage:
- Kitchen design and planning in Omagh
- Kitchen design and planning in Strabane
- Kitchen design and planning in Dungannon
- Kitchen design and planning in Cookstown