High-end kitchen FAQs
How much does a high-end kitchen cost?
A high-end kitchen can vary significantly in price depending on its size, layout and specification. Magnet research found that people spent an average of £4,477 on cabinets and £2,985 on worktops, with kitchen islands the most expensive single feature at an average of £5,276.
Higher-spec finishes, integrated appliances, specialist storage and premium accessories can increase the total further. As a broad guide, you might expect a full kitchen renovation to cost around 5–10% of your home’s value, depending on the scope and specification of the project.
Which materials and finishes can increase the price of a kitchen?
Some choices have a bigger impact on budget than others. Paint-to-order cabinets give you far more freedom over colour and are typically priced above standard finishes. Stone and quartz worktops also sit at a higher price point, bringing durability, visual impact and plenty of choice in pattern and tone.
Islands, specialist storage and more detailed cabinet configurations can increase the cabinetry spend, while structural, plumbing and electrical changes can add significantly to the wider project budget.
Which features are worth investing in for a high-end kitchen?
Focus your budget on features that can take a kitchen beyond the everyday.
A stone worktop can give the whole space a more luxurious look, particularly across a large island where the material becomes a focal point. The cabinetry itself can bring another layer of detail: Wardley, for example, uses narrow framing and a deep centre panel to give its Shaker style a more distinctive, contemporary look.
Storage can become part of the design too, with glazed cabinets, open shelving, larder units (such as our Butler Pantry) and beautifully organised drawers combining practicality with display. These are the details that can give a high-end kitchen its sense of individuality.
How much customisation is possible with a Magnet kitchen?
There’s plenty of scope to shape a Magnet kitchen around your space and personal style, with the options varying by range. Soho, for example, offers a painted slab door in a wide choice of colours, giving you plenty of freedom to build your scheme around a particular shade. The Soho range is also available on Integra – offering a true handless look. Our award-winning Nordic Nature range takes a different approach, with oak, fluted and glass-fronted doors that can be combined to add contrast, texture and individuality.
You can also introduce distinctive details through accent ranges such as Nordic Craft – representing true craftsmanship at its finest, with its exposed timber drawers available within selected units or as part of a kitchen island.
From the overall layout to the finer details, almost every part of your kitchen can be tailored around your space, routines and preferences. That gives you plenty of scope to make choices that suit how you want the kitchen to look, function and fit into your home.
Can you create a bespoke kitchen for a listed building, period property, or irregular layout?
Every home brings its own opportunities and challenges, particularly period properties and spaces with unusual dimensions or architectural features. During a design appointment, your kitchen expert can explore the space with you and find ways to make the most of it.
For example, a range such as Bewdley, with its real timber, beaded detailing and mock in-frame design, can work particularly well when you want cabinetry that complements the architecture of an older home. The range also includes tongue-and-groove panelling, mantels and decorative plinths that celebrate the character of period properties.
With Paint to Order, you can build on this traditional feel with classic, heritage-inspired tones such as Arboretum Green, Tailored Green, Morello and Harvest, helping the kitchen feel sympathetic to the character of your home.
Can Magnet work alongside our architect or interior designer?
If you’re already working with an architect or interior professional, we can work directly with them to help bring your plans to life. Our designers are experienced in working with architects’ drawings, plans and specifications, helping ensure your kitchen works as part of the wider scheme. Bringing any drawings, measurements and inspiration to your design appointment will help us understand what you’re aiming for and explore the options that best support your project.