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Kitchen Renovation Guides for Vancouver Island
Straightforward guides to kitchen renovation costs, permits and process on Vancouver Island — written by Oceanside Kitchen Studio for Parksville, Qualicum Beach and Oceanside homeowners.
How Much Does a Kitchen Renovation Cost in Parksville & Qualicum Beach? (2026 Guide)
Most kitchen renovations in Parksville and Qualicum Beach run $15,000–$80,000+ depending on scope. Oceanside Kitchen Studio quotes every Oceanside project in writing after an in-home visit.
Read guide →Kitchen Renovation Permits in the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN)
Cosmetic kitchen updates in the RDN — cabinets, counters, backsplash, appliances — do not need a building permit. Structural changes (wall removal, new openings), plumbing relocations and most electrical work do, and require licensed trades and inspections.
Read guide →Aging-in-Place Kitchen Design in Qualicum Beach & Oceanside
Aging-in-place kitchen design builds safe, barrier-free kitchens that keep homeowners cooking independently as they age. Oceanside Kitchen Studio designs them for Qualicum Beach and Oceanside homes.
Read guide →Book your consultation
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