How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Orange County?

Most of our full-scope kitchen projects fall between $80,000 and $250,000, depending on the size of the space, cabinetry program, stone selections, and whether walls are moved. Doug provides a realistic preliminary range at the first meeting — long before you commit to anything.

How long does a kitchen remodel project take?

Most full-scope kitchen remodel projects in Orange County run 8–16 weeks once construction begins, with design and selections taking an additional 6–10 weeks beforehand. Doug builds a detailed schedule during the design phase so you know exactly what to expect at every stage.

Do you handle permits and HOA approvals?

Yes. We manage permitting with the City of Huntington Beach and surrounding Orange County jurisdictions, and we routinely prepare submittals for coastal-community HOAs and architectural review boards.

Can we live in the home during construction?

In most cases, yes. We dust-protect adjacent rooms, schedule the loudest work in concentrated windows, and keep daily access to bedrooms, bathrooms, and a temporary cooking setup whenever possible.

Do you do open-concept kitchen conversions?

Yes — and that includes the structural engineering required to remove load-bearing walls. Doug's architecture background means we evaluate the structural reality before promising a layout we can't actually build.

Architect-led kitchen renovations for Orange County homeowners.

Kitchen Remodeling Designed Around the Way You Live

Name: Creative Kitchens & Baths
Address: Huntington Beach, CA, US
Telephone: 714-795-1119

Custom kitchen renovations for Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Irvine, and the surrounding Orange County coast — designed by a Certified Kitchen Designer and built by craftsmen who care.

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A truly great kitchen is engineered before it is decorated. For thirty years, Doug VandeHouten has led full-scope kitchen remodels across Orange County — planning the workflow, the storage, the sightlines, and the structural moves before a single finish is chosen. The result is a kitchen that looks beautiful on day one and continues to function beautifully for decades.

Why Choose Us

Benefits that come from doing the work right.

Certified Kitchen Designer on every project

Doug holds the NKBA Certified Kitchen Designer credential — one of the most rigorous in residential design. Every layout is engineered to NKBA planning guidelines for clearances, lighting, and workflow.

Architecture-trained planning

Walls, beams, plumbing stacks, and electrical service are mapped before we commit to a layout. That means fewer surprises during construction and a more honest budget from the start.

Owner-managed from day one

Doug is your single point of contact from the first sketch through the final walkthrough. The hands that drew your kitchen are the hands managing the build.

One design-build team

Designers, project managers, cabinetmakers, and trade partners all work under one roof. No finger-pointing, no lost details, no design intent diluted in the field.

Process

How we deliver this work.

Discovery

In-home consultation to understand how your family really uses the kitchen and what isn't working today.

Design

Architectural floor plans, 3D renderings, and detailed cabinet elevations you can walk through before construction.

Selections

Curated showroom appointments for cabinetry, stone, tile, hardware, lighting, and appliances.

Build

Owner-managed construction with a clean job site, transparent schedule, and weekly progress walks.

Final walkthrough

A complete punch-list review, care-and-maintenance binder, and a one-year workmanship warranty.

Project Examples

A few recent projects.

Coastal Transitional Kitchen — Huntington Beach

A wall was removed to open the kitchen to the great room. White oak inset cabinetry, honed marble counters, and an oversized island anchor the new layout.

Newport Beach Coast Highway Remodel

A dated 1990s kitchen rebuilt into a clean, light-filled space with custom rift-sawn oak cabinetry and full-height stone backsplash.

Irvine Family Kitchen

Reconfigured pantry, second prep sink, and a 10-foot working island that finally fits the way this family cooks and entertains.

Get Started

Request your free design consultation.

Tell us a little about your project. Doug responds personally within one business day.

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Available throughout Orange County

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Ready to transform your kitchen or bathroom?

Schedule a no-pressure consultation with Doug VandeHouten. We'll walk your space, talk through your goals, and outline what's possible.