How much does kitchen renovation cost in Dubai?

Kitchen renovation in Dubai costs AED 25,000 to AED 180,000 depending on scope. Average mid-range kitchen: AED 45,000-75,000 including cabinetry, countertops, appliances, tiling, and plumbing.

How long does a kitchen renovation take in Dubai?

A complete kitchen renovation takes 3-6 weeks. Budget refresh (new doors and countertops) can be done in 1-2 weeks. Premium with structural changes: 6-8 weeks.

Do I need a NOC for kitchen renovation in Dubai?

NOC is required if you are making structural changes like removing walls or moving plumbing. Simple cosmetic changes like new cabinets and countertops typically do not require NOC approval.

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Kitchen Renovation Cost Dubai 2026

Real pricing from completed projects. Not estimates — actual costs per kitchen, broken down by material, scope, and community.

How Much Does a Kitchen Renovation Cost in Dubai?

Kitchen renovation in Dubai costs between AED 25,000 and AED 180,000 depending on size, materials, and scope. The average Dubai villa kitchen renovation sits around AED 45,000 to AED 75,000 for a complete transformation including cabinetry, countertops, appliances, tiling, plumbing, and electrical.

Scope	Price Range (AED)	What's Included
Budget Refresh	25,000 — 40,000	New cabinet doors, paint, handles, splashback, basic countertop
Mid-Range	45,000 — 75,000	Full new cabinetry, quartz countertops, new appliances, tiling, lighting, plumbing updates
Premium	80,000 — 120,000	Custom handleless cabinetry, natural stone, Miele/Gaggenau appliances, smart lighting, island with waterfall edge
Ultra-Luxury	120,000 — 180,000+	Bespoke Italian design, imported marble, full Gaggenau suite, wine cooler, butler's pantry, structural changes

What Drives Kitchen Renovation Cost in Dubai?

1. Cabinetry (40-50% of total cost)

Cabinetry is the single largest cost in any kitchen renovation. Flat-pack imported cabinets start around AED 800 per linear metre. Custom-built in-house joinery with soft-close hinges, push-to-open mechanisms, and handleless profiles costs AED 1,800 to AED 3,500 per linear metre. We build all our cabinetry in-house — no outsourcing, no middleman markup.

2. Countertops (15-25% of total cost)

Material	Cost per linear metre (AED)	Durability
Laminate	300 — 600	5-10 years
Quartz (Silestone, Caesarstone)	800 — 1,500	20+ years
Granite	600 — 1,200	20+ years
Marble (Calacatta, Statuario)	1,500 — 4,000	Lifetime (needs sealing)
Dekton / Neolith	1,200 — 2,500	Virtually indestructible

3. Appliances (10-20% of total cost)

Budget packages (Bosch/Siemens) run AED 8,000 to AED 15,000 for a full set. Premium packages (Miele, Gaggenau, Sub-Zero) can reach AED 40,000 to AED 80,000. We source direct from authorised UAE distributors — same warranty, better pricing.

4. Tiling and Splashback (5-10% of total cost)

Basic ceramic: AED 35-80 per sqm installed. Premium porcelain: AED 80-200 per sqm. Natural stone: AED 150-400 per sqm. Glass splashback: AED 200-500 per sqm.

5. Plumbing and Electrical (10-15% of total cost)

Moving a sink or adding a dishwasher connection adds AED 2,000-5,000. Full electrical rewiring for new lighting layout: AED 3,000-8,000. Under-cabinet LED lighting: AED 1,500-3,000.

Kitchen Renovation Cost by Community

Community	Typical Kitchen Size	Average Cost (AED)
Arabian Ranches (Saheel, Alvorada)	15-20 sqm	55,000 — 85,000
Springs / Meadows	10-15 sqm	35,000 — 60,000
Dubai Hills (Sidra, Maple)	18-25 sqm	65,000 — 110,000
Emirates Hills	25-40 sqm	90,000 — 180,000
Palm Jumeirah	20-35 sqm	80,000 — 150,000
JVC / JVT	8-14 sqm	25,000 — 50,000
Damac Hills	12-20 sqm	40,000 — 75,000

Timeline: How Long Does a Kitchen Renovation Take?

A complete kitchen renovation in Dubai typically takes 3 to 6 weeks from demolition to handover. Budget refresh (doors, paint, handles) can be done in 1-2 weeks. Premium with structural changes: 6-8 weeks. Our in-house team handles demolition, plumbing, electrical, tiling, joinery, countertop installation, appliance fitting, and final styling — one team, one timeline, no coordination headaches.

Pro Tip: The cheapest way to transform a kitchen is replacing doors, handles, and countertops while keeping the existing layout. This avoids plumbing and electrical changes — saving AED 10,000-20,000 compared to a full refit.

What's NOT Included in Most Quotes (But Should Be)

Watch out for these hidden costs that other contractors leave out of their initial quote:

Demolition and disposal — AED 2,000-5,000. We include this.
Waterproofing — Essential behind sinks. AED 1,000-2,000. We include this.
Painting — After tiling, walls need repainting. AED 1,500-3,000. We include this.
Appliance installation — Some contractors quote supply only. We install everything.
Municipality NOC — Required for structural changes. We handle the paperwork.

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