Your kitchen is the heart of your home—a place where everyday moments and special gatherings naturally come together. Our kitchen remodeling experts help you reimagine this essential space as a beautiful, functional hub designed around the way you live. From family meals to effortless entertaining, we guide you through every detail to create a kitchen that reflects your personal style, supports your daily routines, and enhances your home’s long-term value. With thoughtful design and seamless, end-to-end service, you can relax knowing every aspect is handled with care.
Our Approach to Kitchen Remodeling
Our kitchen remodeling team pairs award-winning designers, craftspeople, and project managers who help facilitate your Design/Build experience. You’ll work with one contact, simplifying the experience and letting you focus on the fun stuff while we manage everything from permitting to final details to meet your deadline.
We also offer a five-year warranty that supports your kitchen remodel beyond the time we work together. Schedule a consultation or visit one of our design centers to learn more about Neil Kelly’s Design/Build difference.
Custom Kitchen Design
Work with our design team to create a kitchen that balances beauty and functionality while reflecting your unique style.
Cabinetry & Storage Solutions
From custom cabinetry to innovative storage, we design solutions that maximize space and keep your kitchen organized.
Countertops & Surfaces
Choose from a wide variety of durable, stylish materials to create the perfect workspace for cooking and entertaining.
Lighting & Fixtures
Enhance both function and atmosphere with thoughtfully selected lighting and fixtures that bring your kitchen to life.
Appliances & Integration
Upgrade to energy-efficient, high-performance appliances that integrated into your design for a functional and beautiful kitchen.
Get Inspired By Our Recent Kitchen Projects
Explore our gallery of kitchen designs to see how style and function come together—and get inspired for your own kitchen renovation project.
Types of Kitchen Remodels
You can greatly reduce guesswork in this decision-making process by first evaluating your needs. By evaluating how you use your kitchen and where challenges arise, you’ll be able to determine how to create a space you love to be in. Note traffic patterns and how accessible the important features and functions of your kitchen are to all family members. This will help you determine which level of remodeling project you are interested in, and will allow us to create a beautifully functional and transitional space.
Our kitchen remodeling services generally fall into one of three categories. Here’s what you need to know to determine your project scope:
Level 1: Refresh
Refresh your space without a full remodel. We update finishes, cabinetry, surfaces, and lighting for a whole new look.
Level 2: Replace
We remove and replace all existing elements—sometimes down to the studs—while keeping the original floor plan intact.
Level 3: Reimagine
We redesign the floor plan to improve flow, reposition key elements, and introduce all-new materials and personalized details.
Kitchens That Make a Difference
Our kitchen remodels create spaces designed for cooking, gathering, and everyday living. Thoughtful layouts, high-quality materials, and expert craftsmanship come together to deliver results homeowners love and are proud to share with family and friends for years to come.
Home Remodeling Tips & FAQs
Bring Style and Function to Your Kitchen
Remodeling your kitchen with Neil Kelly combines thoughtful design and expert craftsmanship. From the first consultation to the final details, our team works closely with you to create a kitchen that’s both beautiful and functional—tailored to your lifestyle and exceeding your expectations.
If you have a kitchen remodeling project you would like to discuss with our team, you can connect with one of our consultants in the following areas:
| – Portland, Oregon | – Eugene, Oregon |
| – Bend, Oregon | – Seattle, Washington |
Kitchen Remodeling FAQs
Have questions about a kitchen remodel? Our team provides answers to common questions homeowners have about the remodeling process.
How long does a kitchen remodel take?
The timeline for a kitchen remodel depends on the scope of work.
A project involving relatively minor updates, such as painting, refinishing existing cabinets, replacing countertops, and updating hardware and fixtures, may take 3-4 months.
Kitchen remodels with a more significant scope of work, such as removing walls, moving plumbing and electrical work, and installing custom cabinetry, may take 5-8 months.
Delays can also occur due to material availability, inspections, or unforeseen issues like hidden water damage.
Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel?
Most major kitchen remodels will require the proper permits before work can begin if structural, plumbing, or electrical work is being updated. Cosmetic changes such as changing flooring, updating kitchen backsplashes, or installing new cabinet doors usually do not require a permit.
When you work with Neil Kelly, permits are taken care of by your dedicated project manager.
Learn more about getting permits for your kitchen remodel.
How do I prepare my kitchen for a renovation?
When preparing your kitchen for a remodel, we recommend:
- Clearing out cabinets and countertops
- Setting up a temporary kitchen
- Ensuring children and pets cannot access construction zones.
- Creating comfortable spaces in unaffected areas where you can peacefully relax, and adding extra conveniences to those and other spaces to counteract the burden of living in a home under construction.
When you work with Neil Kelly, our teams will ensure that the parts of your home that are not being remodeled are protected and free from tools, materials, or debris that could be dangerous or pose a health risk.
What kitchen layout works best?
The best kitchen layout depends on the size of your space, your lifestyle, and how you like to move through your kitchen.
Popular kitchen layouts include:
- L-Shaped: Uses two adjoining walls for cabinets and counters, creating an open, flexible layout.
- U-Shaped: Uses cabinets and counters along three walls, forming a horseshoe, which maximizes storage and workspace.
- Galley: A narrow walkway with two parallel walls of countertops and cabinetry.
- Island Layout: Adds a central prep space and storage to work with L- or U-shaped designs.
How do I choose the right kitchen appliances?
When choosing kitchen appliances, it’s important to consider your cooking habits, style preferences, and budget. Prioritize looking at appliances that are energy-efficient and have features you know you will use, as the cost will change depending on how fancy you get. Knowing your kitchen’s measurements will also help you determine which appliances will fit in your space.
Looking for more kitchen storage for appliances? Here are some space-saving ideas.
What are the most cost-effective kitchen upgrades?
There are many cost-effective kitchen upgrades that make a big impact without breaking the bank, such as:
- Painting or refinishing cabinets for a new look
- Updating kitchen cabinet hardware for a cohesive style
- Installing a backsplash for protection and style
- Replacing old light fixtures to brighten the space
- Adding open shelving for character and functionality
How can I make my kitchen more functional?
There are several ways to make your kitchen more functional. A few popular kitchen updates include:
- Ensuring the sink, stove, prep surface, and fridge are close to each other for an efficient workflow
- Maximizing storage with pull-out shelves, vertical racks, and organized zones
- Adding under-cabinet task lighting to highlight work zones
Take a look at this kitchen project that brings together an efficient work triangle, clever storage solutions, and helpful task lighting.
What materials are best for countertops and flooring?
Popular kitchen countertop materials include:
- Natural stone (Quartzite, Granite, Marble)
- Quartz
- Porcelain
- Metal
- Wood
Check out our kitchen countertop comparison chart.
Popular kitchen flooring materials include:
- Hardwood
- Engineered Hardwood
- Tile
- Vinyl or luxury vinyl planks/tile
- Laminate