Kitchen design and planning in Dungannon

Thinking about kitchen design and planning in Dungannon?

Families across County Tyrone sometimes want a layout that lets two people cook at the same time, which changes how the working zones and walkways are planned.

If you are thinking about an island for a Dungannon kitchen, a design check tells you early whether the room is wide enough for comfortable walkways. Homes right across Dungannon are covered, as are nearby places such as Cookstown, Armagh and the villages in between.

What is included in the work?

Your written quote lists everything included. For kitchen design and planning, that normally means:

Positions of water, waste, gas, power and radiators recorded on the plan
Elevations and 3D views for larger or open-plan kitchens where chosen
Measured survey of walls, windows, doors, ceiling height and floor levels
A final plan and specification to order from and fit to
Working zones planned for preparation, cooking, washing and storage
Appliance positions, housings and ventilation gaps checked against real sizes

Kitchen design and planning prices in Dungannon

Use these ranges to plan your budget. They include VAT, reflect costs in Northern Ireland, and are firmed up once we have seen your Dungannon kitchen. 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.

Kitchen design and planning prices in Dungannon
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%.

What kind of kitchens do we fit in Dungannon?

Typical homes in this part of County Tyrone include rural bungalows, farmhouses, red-brick terraces and post-war estate houses. 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.

Regulations for kitchen work in Dungannon

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.

Worth knowing before the fit

Before the survey, list what frustrates you about your current Dungannon kitchen; it is the quickest way to shape a better layout.
If you are extending or knocking through in Dungannon, finalise the kitchen plan before the builder fixes drainage and power points.
If your home in County Tyrone has a boiler in the kitchen, ask for service access to be designed in rather than boxed in tightly.
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.

Questions about kitchen design and planning in Dungannon

How much does kitchen design and planning cost in Dungannon?

For measured drawings and a layout plan for a kitchen bought elsewhere, budget around £260 to £790 including VAT in Dungannon. That reflects typical costs in Northern Ireland; we confirm the actual figure in writing once we have measured up.

Can you measure up in Dungannon before quoting?

Yes. Every quote starts with a free, no-obligation survey visit to your home in Dungannon. We measure the room, check the walls, floor and service positions, then send an itemised written quote.

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.

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.

Kitchen design and planning near Dungannon

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