Kitchen design and planning in Perth

Thinking about kitchen design and planning in Perth?

If you are about to order a kitchen online for your Perth home, a measured plan can catch sizing errors before the order is placed.

Families across Perth and Kinross sometimes want a layout that lets two people cook at the same time, which changes how the working zones and walkways are planned. If your home is in Perth or close by in Crieff or Glenrothes, the same survey, quote and fitting process applies.

What we cover for kitchen design and planning in Perth

Every kitchen is different, so we confirm the scope in writing. Most jobs of this kind include:

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
Positions of water, waste, gas, power and radiators recorded on the plan
Working zones planned for preparation, cooking, washing and storage
Socket, switch, lighting and extraction positions marked for the electrician

Kitchen design and planning prices in Perth

As a starting point for Perth, these ranges include VAT at 20% and allow for typical labour costs in Scotland. Prices in Scotland usually come in below the national guide, as labour rates are lower than in the South East.

Kitchen design and planning prices in Perth
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	£280–£850
Detailed design with 3D views and elevationsFor larger or open-plan kitchens	£560–£1,400

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 around Perth

Typical homes in this part of Perth and Kinross include sandstone tenement flats, Victorian villas, stone cottages and post-war council-built houses. Victorian villas in Perth and Crieff often have a separate kitchen and former scullery, while tenement flats tend to have a small kitchen off the hall.

Highland Perthshire roads can be narrow and winding, and older town streets may have limited parking, so delivery vehicle size and timing are planned ahead. Mains water across Perth and Kinross is soft, though some remote homes rely on private supplies that may need testing and filtering.

Do you need approval for kitchen design and planning in Perth?

In Scotland, designing and fitting a kitchen does not normally need a building warrant, but removing a load-bearing wall or altering drainage needs one before work starts. Electrical positions must meet the building standards and BS 7671, and extract ventilation should meet standard 3.14 of the domestic Technical Handbook. Listed buildings may need listed building consent, so check with your local authority if your home is listed.

Parts of highland Perthshire lie within the Cairngorms or Loch Lomond and The Trossachs national parks, and listed buildings elsewhere may need consent for new vents.

Tips before you start

Before the survey, list what frustrates you about your current Perth kitchen; it is the quickest way to shape a better layout.
Open every cupboard in your current kitchen and decide what you use, what you store and what you could do without before planning storage.
Ask for the plan for your Perth kitchen to show socket, switch and light positions as well as units, so the electrician can follow it.
Mark radiators, the boiler, stopcock and meters on the plan early, as moving them adds cost and changes what can go where.

Questions about kitchen design and planning in Perth

How much does kitchen design and planning cost in Perth?

Kitchen design and planning in Perth typically costs £280 to £850 including VAT for measured drawings and a layout plan for a kitchen bought elsewhere, based on prices in Scotland. Larger or more involved jobs cost more, and your price is fixed in writing after a free survey visit.

Do you cover all of Perth?

Yes. We work across Perth, including the PH1 postcode district, and nearby towns such as Crieff and Glenrothes. Book a free survey visit and we will arrange a time that suits you.

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 Perth

Neighbouring towns where we offer kitchen design and planning: