From new cabinets and countertops to complete layout changes, wall removal, islands, lighting, plumbing, and finishes, Kol & Co. provides design-build kitchen remodeling from planning through construction.
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Your kitchen may not need to stay within its current layout.
If you’re dealing with limited storage, a small island, poor lighting, an outdated kitchen, or a wall separating the kitchen from the rest of the home, Kol & Co. can help you determine what makes sense to change.
We provide full-service kitchen remodeling in Laguna Niguel, including kitchen design, cabinetry, countertops, islands, flooring, lighting, plumbing and electrical work, layout changes, wall removal, permits, and construction.
Whether you’re updating the existing layout or planning a complete kitchen renovation, we look at the space first and help you understand what the project will actually involve. Schedule an In-Home Consultation Today!
For the types of kitchen projects we typically take on, a professional kitchen remodel generally falls around $40,000–$70,000+.
Larger kitchens, extensive layout changes, custom cabinetry, structural work, premium appliances, and higher-end finishes can increase the investment.
The final investment depends on the kitchen size, cabinetry and storage, countertops, appliances, island size and features, layout and structural changes, plumbing and electrical upgrades, flooring and lighting, tile and backsplash, fixtures, and finishes.
A kitchen remodel doesn’t have to follow the footprint you have now. Depending on the existing structure and building systems, there may be opportunities to make the space work very differently.
Your cabinetry determines much of how the kitchen looks and functions. We plan the cabinets, island, storage, and countertops around the available space and how you actually use the kitchen.
Depending on your project, this can include:
The goal is to make everyday cooking, storage, and prep easier.
Learn MoreChanging a kitchen layout often means the systems behind the finished surfaces need to change too.
We can work on:
We plan this work alongside the cabinetry and appliance layout so outlets, plumbing, lighting, and connections end up where they're actually needed.
Learn MoreIf your Laguna Niguel kitchen feels closed off or poorly arranged, keeping the same footprint may not solve the problem.
Depending on the home and proposed layout, we can evaluate:
Before committing to a new layout, we look at the existing structure and building systems so we understand what can realistically change and what the work will involve.
Learn MoreOnce the layout, cabinetry, plumbing, electrical, and structural work are complete, the finishes bring the kitchen together.
Your remodel may include:
If the kitchen connects directly to a family room, dining area, or hallway, we can also consider how flooring and finishes transition into those spaces so the remodeled kitchen feels like part of the home.
Learn MoreMany homes in Laguna Niguel were built with layouts that no longer match today’s lifestyle. Closed-off kitchens, limited storage, and outdated finishes can make everyday living frustrating.
Homeowners typically come to us because they want to:
A well-designed kitchen remodel isn’t just about aesthetics—it improves how your entire home feels and functions.
Most of our kitchen remodels take approximately 6–10 weeks of construction, depending on the scope.
A straightforward remodel using the existing layout may move faster, while projects involving:
Wall removal
Structural engineering
Layout changes
Custom cabinetry
Plumbing relocation
Electrical upgrades
Permitting
Special-order materials
can require additional planning and construction time.
Design, engineering, permitting, and material lead times should be planned before construction begins.
It depends on what you’re changing, but many complete kitchen remodels require a permit.
According to the City of Laguna Niguel’s current kitchen-remodel guidance, a permit is required for work involving:
Removal, replacement, or relocation of kitchen cabinets
Countertops when part of permitted remodeling work
Sink or dishwasher relocation/replacement
New or altered kitchen islands
Electrical alterations
Exhaust hood alterations
The City states that countertop replacement alone or refacing existing cabinets does not require a permit.
If walls are being removed or the layout is changing, additional plans or engineering may also be necessary depending on the work. Kol & Co. coordinate the applicable plans, engineering, permit process, construction, and inspections for your remodel.
Possibly, depending on your property and the scope of work.
Many interior kitchen improvements may not affect the exterior, but HOA requirements vary. Projects involving exterior walls, windows, doors, additions, exterior ventilation, or other visible changes may require architectural approval.
City permits and HOA approval are separate requirements, so we recommend checking your specific association’s rules early in planning.
Walk the kitchen, discuss what's not working, what you want to change, and whether you're considering layout or structural modifications.
Develop the kitchen layout, cabinetry, island, appliance locations, materials, lighting, and project scope.
Coordinate applicable engineering, plans, permits, material orders, and construction preparation.
Demolition, framing, plumbing, electrical, drywall, cabinetry, countertops, tile, flooring, appliances, fixtures, and finishes.
Complete required inspections, final details, and walkthrough.
We work with homeowners throughout Laguna Niguel, including Bear Brand, Marina Hills, Rancho Niguel, Niguel Summit, Beacon Hill, Kite Hill, Monarch Point, Laguna Sur, El Niguel, and surrounding 92677 neighborhoods.
We also serve nearby Dana Point, Laguna Hills, Mission Viejo, Aliso Viejo, San Juan Capistrano, and other Orange County communities.
If you’re trying to decide whether to keep the existing layout, remove a wall, build a larger island, relocate appliances, or completely rethink the kitchen, the best place to start is in the space itself.
We’ll look at what you have now, discuss what you want to change, and help you understand what the project may involve.
For the projects we typically take on, kitchen remodeling generally falls around $40,000–$70,000+. The final cost depends on kitchen size, cabinetry, materials, appliances, layout changes, plumbing and electrical work, structural modifications, and finish selections.
Most kitchen remodels take approximately 6–10 weeks of construction. Projects involving structural changes, custom cabinetry, extensive plumbing or electrical work, or more complex layouts can take longer.
It depends on the scope. Laguna Niguel requires permits for many kitchen remodels involving cabinet removal or relocation, sinks, dishwashers, islands, electrical work, exhaust hoods, and other alterations. Simple countertop replacement or cabinet refacing may not require one.
Possibly. The wall first needs to be evaluated to determine whether it is load-bearing and whether plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or other systems run through it.
Yes, when the existing structure allows it. We can evaluate removing or modifying walls, enlarging openings, and reconfiguring the kitchen and surrounding living areas.
Yes. When required, Kol & Co. coordinate plans, engineering, permits, construction, inspections, and final completion.
