Kitchen design and planning in Ilfracombe

Why kitchen design and planning for an Ilfracombe home?

Owners of new-build homes in Ilfracombe sometimes redesign the standard kitchen after a few years to add tall storage, an extra appliance or a breakfast bar.

Homeowners in Ilfracombe often ask for a design when the kitchen layout no longer suits how they live, even though the room itself is a reasonable size. Ilfracombe sits about 58 miles north of Plymouth, and our Devon coverage takes in everything in between.

What is in a typical job?

Here is what usually goes into kitchen design and planning, adjusted to your Ilfracombe kitchen after we have measured it:

Layout options such as galley, L-shaped, U-shaped, island or peninsula
Socket, switch, lighting and extraction positions marked for the electrician
Working zones planned for preparation, cooking, washing and storage
A final plan and specification to order from and fit to
Positions of water, waste, gas, power and radiators recorded on the plan
Appliance positions, housings and ventilation gaps checked against real sizes

What should you budget for kitchen design and planning in Ilfracombe?

The figures below are guide prices for Ilfracombe, including VAT and adjusted for typical costs across the South West. The fixed price comes after we have measured up. Costs in the South West sit close to the national guide.

What should you budget for kitchen design and planning in Ilfracombe?
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	£310–£930
Detailed design with 3D views and elevationsFor larger or open-plan kitchens	£620–£1,500

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 Ilfracombe?

You will find cob and thatched cottages, Victorian terraces, post-war houses and flats and seaside bungalows throughout Devon. Victorian terraces in Exeter and Torbay often have a narrow back kitchen, while post-war houses and seaside bungalows usually have a square room that suits an L-shape.

Single-track lanes, steep town streets and cottages with no parking can make deliveries slow, so long worktops and tall units need a planned route into the house. Much of Devon has soft mains water, which is kind to taps and appliances, though some eastern parts are harder, so check with your supplier.

What rules apply to kitchen design and planning in Ilfracombe?

Designing and fitting a kitchen needs no planning permission in England, but a good plan allows for the rules that follow. New circuits are notifiable under Part P, a cooker hood extracting outside should achieve about 30 litres per second under Approved Document F, and removing a load-bearing wall needs a structural engineer and building control approval. Listed buildings and flats may need consent before a new outside vent is cut.

Homes within Dartmoor or Exmoor national parks, listed thatched cottages and conservation areas may need consent before a new extractor vent goes through an outside wall.

Practical advice for Ilfracombe homeowners

Note where sunlight falls in your Ilfracombe kitchen during the day, as it affects where people like to prepare food and sit.
Before the survey, list what frustrates you about your current Ilfracombe kitchen; it is the quickest way to shape a better layout.
If you are extending or knocking through in Ilfracombe, finalise the kitchen plan before the builder fixes drainage and power points.
Work out the route for cooker hood ducting to an outside wall before fixing the hob position, as long or bent runs reduce extraction.

Questions about kitchen design and planning in Ilfracombe

How much does kitchen design and planning cost in Ilfracombe?

Kitchen design and planning in Ilfracombe typically costs £310 to £930 including VAT for measured drawings and a layout plan for a kitchen bought elsewhere, based on prices in the South West. Larger or more involved jobs cost more, and your price is fixed in writing after a free survey visit.

Which parts of Ilfracombe do you work in?

All of them. Our Devon coverage takes in the whole of Ilfracombe, including the EX34 postcode district, as well as surrounding towns such as Barnstaple. If you are unsure, send us your postcode.

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 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.

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.

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