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WHAT GOES WRONG

– walkways too tight to pass comfortably
– doors clash and block access
– no usable bench space for prep

WHAT IT COSTS

– fixing after order can cost thousands
– delays during installation
– some mistakes cannot be fixed

WHAT I CHECK
– layout & clearances
– storage logic
– appliance fit

SEND YOUR PLANS BEFORE YOU ORDER

Review delivered in 2–3 business days

BEFORE YOU ORDER YOUR KITCHEN
CHECK THE PLAN

Independent review before you sign off or place an order

After ordering, changes can be impossible

What will be fixed in your plan

A clear list of issues in your plan

– layout that blocks movement
– storage you won’t use
– appliances that don’t fit

What to fix before ordering

– what must be changed now
– what can stay
– what will cause problems later

Simple, structured feedback

– marked-up plans

– written explanation

– clear priorities

SEND YOUR PLANS BEFORE YOU ORDER

Example of marked-up plan

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Before you order — fix the mistakes in your plan

Independent review before cabinetry is ordered

AUD $650 (incl. GST)

One review. Avoid costly changes later.

Independent review and advice not selling cabinetry, materials or products.

What I check in your plan

– layout and movement
– clearances and door swings
– storage that actually works
– appliance fit and conflicts
– details that affect cost and usability

What you will receive

– marked-up plans with issues highlighted
– clear explanation of what is wrong
– what must be fixed before ordering
– what can stay as is
– practical recommendations you can act on​

How it works

1. You send your plans or drawings
2. I review them from a functional and ergonomic perspective
3. You receive clear feedback and recommendations

What's included

What's not included

  • Review of one space (kitchen, wardrobe or bathroom)

  • Assessment of layout, workflow and ergonomics

  • Review of clearances, circulation and door swings

  • Storage planning and everyday usability assessment

  • Appliance integration and dimensional checks

  • Identification of joinery details that impact cost or function

  • Clear written or verbal feedback with practical recommendations

  • Creation of new layouts or design concepts (this service focuses on review, not redesign)

  • Detailed joinery drawings or construction documentation

  • Material, finish or product selection

  • On-site visits or measurements

  • Liaison with builders, cabinetmakers or suppliers

  • Project management or coordination services

Book your review before you order

Before you book — make sure this is right for you

Once cabinetry is ordered — changes are expensive or not possible.

This review is right for you if:

– you already received drawings from a kitchen company
– you are about to place an order
– you’re not 100% sure the plan will work

This is not for you if:

– you need a full design from scratch
– you need drawings or documentation

What you can expect

– clear and structured feedback
– practical recommendations you can act on
– no sales, no product push
– independent professional opinion

Avoid costly mistakes later. Get clear answers before you commit.

Review delivered in 2–3 business days

Need a full kitchen design later?

For projects that require full design from scratch

Full kitchen design — built to work in real use

Many kitchen designs look good on paper but cause daily problems in everyday use.

Most kitchen plans focus on how it looks —
not how it actually works.

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Once cabinetry is ordered,

most problems are expensive — or impossible to fix.​​

​Over 15 years of kitchen and wardrobe design experience.

That’s why they fail in daily use.

​A kitchen that works is built around:
– movement between zones
– real storage needs
– appliance fit and clearances

Already have plans?

Check them before you order — or pay to fix mistakes later.

No layout yet?

Start with a full design — before anything is built or ordered.

Choose the right level of design before you commit

If the layout is wrong,
fixing it after cabinetry is ordered can cost thousands.

Some issues cannot be fixed at all.
These packages help you get it right before construction.

 

🛠️ Kitchen Design Packages

Tailored to every stage of your renovation journey.

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🧩Essential 

🎨Signature

Most Popular

🖼️Bespoke

from $790

from $1490

from $2990

Fix layout issues before cabinetry is ordered → and avoid costly changes later

Complete kitchen design with layout, storage and materials resolved — ready for confident decisions before build

Full design with detailed documentation ready for construction — avoids costly mistakes 

✔️ Basic floor plan
✔️ Simple 3D model

No materials or cabinetry design

✔️ Optimized layout
✔️ Material suggestions
✔️ Standard cabinetry design
✔️ Mid-level 3D renderings

✔️ Fully ergonomic layout
✔️ Premium materials & samples
✔️ Tailored joinery
✔️ Photorealistic 3D visuals
✔️ Full documentation for trades

⏱️ 1–2 weeks
🔁 1 revision

⏱️ 2–3 weeks
🔁 2 revisions

⏱️ 3–4 weeks     

🔁 Unlimited revisions

Final cost depends on project size, layout complexity and level of detail

Choosing the wrong level of design can lead to costly changes during construction.

Start with a design review first → before choosing a full design package.

Not sure which design package is right for your project?

Independent advisory service  no obligation to proceed.

👗 Wardrobe Design Packages

Many wardrobe designs look neat
but don’t work in real use.
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Storage is often hard to access,
poorly planned or wasted.
​​These packages focus on practical layout,
internal organisation and real daily use.
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🧩 Standard

🖼️ Custom

from $590

from $2090

For wardrobes that need correct internal layout and usable storage

For full wardrobe layouts where storage, access and proportions must work precisely — otherwise storage becomes hard to use after installation

✔️ Optimized internal layout
✔️ Materials & finish recommendations
✔️ Standard cabinetry design
✔️ Simplified 3D layout
✔️ Basic documentation 

✔️ Avoids unusable shelves and wasted space

✔️ Fully customized layout
✔️ Premium materials with samples
✔️ Smart storage solutions
✔️ Detailed 3D layout (non-photorealistic)
✔️ Full documentation for trades

✔️ Prevents access issues and poor internal layout

⏱️ 2–3 weeks
🔁 2 revisions

⏱️ 3–4 weeks
🔁 Unlimited revisions

Final cost depends on size and complexity — but fixing mistakes after installation often costs thousands

Not sure if your wardrobe layout works?

Start with a design review → before committing.

Independent advisory service  no obligation to proceed.

 Real projects — problems avoided before build

These projects show how layout decisions affect daily use — and what goes wrong when plans are not properly checked.

Most kitchen problems are not visible in photos.
They appear after installation — when changes are expensive or impossible.

These kitchens were designed to avoid common problems
before construction — not fix them later.

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What could go wrong:

– limited prep space

– awkward movement between sink and cooktop

What was planned before build:
– layout planned to support clear workflow

– appliances positioned with correct clearances

What it means in real use:
enough usable prep space

– smooth movement between zones

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What could go wrong:
– storage difficult to access

What was planned before build:
– internal storage planned for daily use

What it means in real use:
– everything easy to reach during daily use

What could go wrong:
– appliances don’t fit or clash

What was planned before build:
– clearances checked before build

What it means in real use:

– no installation issues or costly rework

What could go wrong:
– poor lighting, unusable areas

What was planned before build:
– layered lighting and full-height cabinetry

What it means in real use:

– fully usable, well-lit workspace

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What could go wrong:
– corner becomes dead space
– poor access to upper cabinets
– awkward movement in L-shape

What was planned before build:
– corner planned for usable storage
– upper cabinets aligned for easy access
– layout balanced for clear movement

What it means in real use:
– no wasted corner space
– everything easy to reach
– comfortable movement in kitchen

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What could go wrong:
– not enough space around the sink
– cramped prep area

What was planned before build:
– adequate bench space allocated around sink
– working zones sized for daily tasks

What it means in real use:
– comfortable washing and prep
– no crowding during use

What could go wrong:
– appliances don’t align with cabinetry
– gaps or conflicts during installation

What was planned before build:
– appliance dimensions checked in advance
– full-height integration designed precisely

What it means in real use:
– clean installation
– no rework or adjustments on site

What could go wrong:

– blocked movement between zones
– inefficient workflow

What was planned before build:

– clear distance between key zones
– layout arranged for logical movement

What it means in real use:

– efficient cooking process
– less walking, no interruptions

What could go wrong:– dark work areas
– shadows on bench surfaces

What was planned before build:

– lighting positioned over task areas
– cabinet design coordinated with lighting

What it means in real use:

– clear visibility while cooking
– comfortable, usable workspace

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What could go wrong:

– island too close to main run
– cooktop creates unsafe or cramped workflow

What was planned before build:
– island positioned with correct clearances
– cooktop placed to maintain safe working distance

What it means in real use:
– comfortable movement around island
– safe and efficient cooking

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What could go wrong:
– island too tight for movement

What was planned before build:
– spacing calculated for circulation

What it means in real use:
– easy movement around island

What could go wrong:
– misaligned cabinetry creates wasted space

What was planned before build:
– cabinetry aligned to full wall proportions

What it means in real use:
– no gaps, clean and usable layout

What could go wrong:
– tall units block light and access

What was planned before build:
– tall cabinetry positioned to maintain openness

What it means in real use:
– better flow and visual clarity

What could go wrong:
– poor lighting in working areas

What was planned before build:
– task lighting integrated into design

What it means in real use:
– clear visibility during cooking

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What could go wrong:

– broken workflow across a long wall
– cooktop, sink and fridge placed too far apart

What was planned before build:

– working zones aligned in logical sequence
– distances planned for efficient movement

What it means in real use:

– smooth cooking process without extra steps
– everything within comfortable reach

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What could go wrong:
– cooktop too close to tall units or wall

What was planned before build:
– clear working space around cooktop

 

What it means in real use:
– safe and comfortable cooking

What could go wrong:
– sink too close to edges or corners

What was planned before build:
– proper spacing around sink

 

What it means in real use:
– easy cleaning and prep without restriction

What could go wrong:
– upper cabinets too low or blocking light

What was planned before build:
– height and spacing adjusted for usability

What it means in real use:
– comfortable access and clear workspace

What could go wrong:
– long kitchen becomes inefficient to use

What was planned before build:
– proportions balanced across full length

What it means in real use:
– consistent workflow across entire kitchen

Before cabinetry is ordered, these problems can be fixed.
After that — changes are expensive, limited or sometimes impossible.

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