What $50K Gets You in a Melbourne Kitchen Renovation (With Real Examples)

You’ve saved. You’ve planned. And now you’re asking the one question everyone does:

“What will $50,000 actually get me in a kitchen renovation?”

The truth? A $50K kitchen in Melbourne, done right, doesn’t just look better — it works better. It makes cooking easier, storage smarter, and your whole home feel more high-end.

Let’s break down what this budget really delivers — with real project examples from Melbourne homes.

💡 First — Is $50K a Mid-Range or High-End Kitchen?

In 2025, $50,000 puts you at the upper end of mid-range or the start of high-end — depending on layout complexity, finish selections, and whether you’re moving plumbing or walls.

At Bluestone, $50K usually includes:

  • Full demolition + disposal

  • Custom cabinetry (not flatpack)

  • Stone benchtops

  • Tiled or glass splashback

  • New appliances

  • Lighting + electrical upgrades

  • All trades managed and scheduled

🏡 Real Example #1 — Croydon Family Kitchen

Scope: Upgrade a 90s-style U-shape kitchen into an open-plan entertainer’s layout.

What the $50K covered:

  • Removed dividing wall to open into meals area

  • New custom cabinetry with pull-out pantry and full-extension drawers

  • 40mm stone benchtops with waterfall edge

  • Large format tiled splashback

  • Upgraded oven, cooktop + ducted rangehood

  • LED under-cabinet lighting

  • Hybrid flooring throughout kitchen and meals

  • Integrated bin, soft-close everything

  • Full project management

Result: A kitchen that looks like a $70K job — because the layout was optimised and no corners were cut.

🏠 Real Example #2 — Reservoir Couple’s Forever Kitchen

Scope: Replace basic builder-grade kitchen with something modern, low-maintenance, and built to last 20+ years.

What the $50K covered:

  • Full strip-out of old laminate kitchen

  • Caesarstone benchtops with splashback to match

  • Matte white and timber-grain cabinet combo

  • Finger-pull drawers + vertical appliance tower

  • Flush-mount sink + gooseneck tap

  • New dishwasher + fridge + oven

  • Downlights + pendant lighting

  • Hidden power points + USB outlets

  • Custom timber-look rangehood feature

Result: Minimalist, elegant, and practical. Finished in 4 weeks, with no delays.

👎 What You Can’t Get for $50K (Usually)

To keep it real — here’s what typically pushes a project beyond $50K:

  • Full structural changes (like moving external walls)

  • Imported stone or custom steel elements

  • Handmade cabinetry finishes or ultra-luxury fittings

  • Full smart-home automation or commercial appliances

But for most Melbourne homes? $50K is the kitchen sweet spot — especially when the design is tight and the team knows what they’re doing.

👀 Warning Signs to Watch Out For

If you’re being quoted under $35K for a “full custom kitchen,” ask:

  • Are they using flatpack cabinets with fancy doors?

  • Is installation included?

  • Are trades managed or do you need to book them?

  • Are waterproofing, splashback tiling, or disposal extra?

Cheaper quotes often blow out fast — or sacrifice durability, layout, and finish.

📞 What You Get with Bluestone Build Co.

  • Transparent pricing — you’ll see where every dollar goes

  • In-house planning — so the layout, storage, and flow actually work

  • All trades handled — no juggling sparkies or plumbers

  • Fixed schedule — no gaps, no ghosting

You’ll know what you’re getting. You’ll know who’s building it. And you’ll get it on time.

Let’s Build a Kitchen Worth the Investment

$50K can get you an exceptional kitchen — if it’s managed right.

We’ll help you get the most from every dollar, from layout to lighting.

👉 Book your kitchen renovation consult now

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