Looking for kitchen remodeling in Portland you can actually trust? K&H Construction & Remodeling is a licensed, family-run Portland kitchen remodeler (Oregon CCB #233813) that designs and builds kitchens across the metro — from Craftsman bungalow galley kitchens in NE Portland to open-concept remodels in Tigard and Beaverton. Every kitchen on this page is our work, in a real Portland-area home, built by the same crew that will build yours.
Kitchen Renovation Details You Won’t Find in a Catalog
Anyone can install cabinets. What sets a K&H kitchen renovation apart is the custom work — the pieces we design and build for your home specifically.
A range hood no neighbor will ever have
This fluted white-oak hood was designed for this kitchen and built by hand — paired with sage-green cabinetry, brass hardware, and a pro-grade range. When you want your kitchen to have a centerpiece, we build it, not buy it.
- ✓ Custom hoods, islands & built-ins
- ✓ Two-tone and painted cabinetry
- ✓ Floating hardwood shelving, made to fit
Islands that anchor the whole main floor
We opened this kitchen up and built an island the entire family fits around — seating for six, storage underneath, and a quartz top that handles homework, holidays, and everything between. Layout is where a kitchen remodel earns its money; we design yours around how you actually live.
- ✓ Wall removals with proper structural work
- ✓ Islands & peninsulas with seating and storage
- ✓ Lighting plans that make the room
Finish work that survives a close look
Penny tile laid straight floor to ceiling. Floating shelves level to the millimeter. Brass fixtures centered on the sink. The difference between “fine” and “flawless” is the crew — ours sweats these details on every kitchen renovation, because this is the stuff you look at every single day.
- ✓ Tile & backsplash installation
- ✓ Quartz, granite & butcher-block counters
- ✓ Plumbing & electrical, permitted and inspected
What’s Included in Your Kitchen Remodel
Custom Cabinetry & Storage
Semi-custom or full custom cabinets built for your layout — with the pull-outs, drawers, and pantry space you actually need.
Countertops
Quartz, granite, and butcher block surfaces that fit your style and budget, templated and installed precisely.
Islands & Layout Changes
Open up walls, improve workflow, and add the seating and prep space that makes a kitchen the gathering place.
Flooring, Tile & Backsplash
Hardwood, LVP, and tile installed right — including the backsplash that ties the whole design together.
Lighting & Electrical
Task lighting, under-cabinet LEDs, and code-compliant electrical upgrades, permitted and inspected.
Plumbing & Fixtures
Sinks, faucets, disposals, and appliance hookups — plus full gut renovations that rebuild from the studs out.
How Much Does a Kitchen Remodel Cost in Portland?
Most full kitchen remodels in Portland land between $45,000 and $95,000, depending on cabinetry, materials, and whether the layout changes. Smaller refreshes cost less; custom and structural projects cost more. Here’s how we see budgets actually break out across the projects we build:
- Kitchen refresh — roughly $20,000–$45,000. Same layout: new countertops, backsplash, paint, lighting, hardware, and sometimes cabinet refacing. The biggest visual change per dollar.
- Full kitchen remodel — roughly $45,000–$95,000. New cabinets, counters, flooring, lighting, and fixtures, with plumbing and electrical updates, in the existing footprint.
- Custom or structural remodel — $95,000+. Wall removals, layout changes, custom cabinetry and built-ins, premium appliances and surfaces.
The single biggest line item in almost every kitchen? Cabinetry — typically 30–40% of the budget — followed by labor and countertops. That’s why we quote every kitchen individually, with an itemized estimate that shows exactly where each dollar goes. No allowances games, no surprise change orders. For the full line-item math, see our Portland kitchen remodel cost guide.
Want real numbers for your kitchen?
Free in-home consultation and an itemized estimate — response within one business day.
Our Kitchen Remodeling Process — and Timeline
Free Consultation
We visit your home, measure, and talk goals and budget. Week 0.
Design & Quote
Itemized estimate, materials selections, and permits filed. Weeks 1–3.
Skilled Build
Demo through finish work with a clean, tidy job site. 4–8 weeks typical.
Final Walkthrough
Punch list completed. We’re not done until you love it.
More Portland Kitchens We’ve Built
Kitchen Remodeling Across the Portland Metro
We remodel kitchens throughout Portland — NE, SE, SW, and North Portland — and the surrounding metro. If you’re outside the city, start with your local page: kitchen remodeling in Beaverton, Lake Oswego kitchen remodels, remodeling in Tigard, or NE Portland home remodeling. Also serving Milwaukie, Happy Valley, Gresham, Hillsboro, and West Linn.
Portland Kitchen Remodeling FAQ
See one from start to finish: our Ashcreek kitchen remodel in SW Portland has the full before-and-after — drag the slider yourself. Or see the sage-green kitchen we built in Whitford, part of a whole-house remodel on the Tigard side.
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Portland?
Most full kitchen remodels in Portland run roughly $45,000–$95,000. A cosmetic refresh (counters, backsplash, paint, hardware) can land between $20,000 and $45,000, while custom or structural remodels start around $95,000. Cabinetry is usually the biggest single cost. We provide free, itemized estimates so you can plan with real numbers.
How long does a kitchen remodel take?
Construction typically takes 4–8 weeks for a full kitchen remodel, plus 1–3 weeks up front for design, materials, and permits. A cosmetic refresh can be done in 2–3 weeks. You’ll get a realistic timeline in your estimate — and we respect it.
What’s the most expensive part of a kitchen remodel?
Cabinetry — typically 30–40% of the total budget — followed by labor and countertops. That’s also where smart choices save the most: semi-custom cabinets or refacing can cut thousands without changing the look.
Do I need permits for a kitchen remodel in Portland, and what do they cost?
If plumbing, electrical, or structural work is involved — usually yes. Portland permit costs typically run a few hundred to a couple thousand dollars depending on scope. We handle the entire permitting process with the City of Portland as part of your project, including inspections.
How much does a small kitchen remodel cost?
Small and galley kitchens — common in Portland’s older homes — often remodel in the $20,000–$45,000 range depending on finishes and whether the layout changes. Smart storage and lighting design matter even more in a small kitchen, and that’s work we love — see our small kitchen remodeling page.
Can we stay in our home during the remodel?
Most families do. We contain dust, keep a clean site, and can help you plan a temporary kitchen setup so day-to-day life keeps working.
Can you build custom pieces like the hoods and islands in these photos?
Yes — that’s our favorite part. Custom range hoods, islands, floating shelves, and built-ins are designed for your kitchen and built by our crew.
Which areas do you serve?
All of Portland — NE, SE, SW, and North Portland — plus Beaverton, Tigard, Lake Oswego, Milwaukie, Gresham, Happy Valley, Hillsboro, and West Linn.
Want more? Browse the full project gallery, read our 5-star Google reviews, then call (971) 220-6397 or request your free estimate.