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Kitchen Layout & Open-Concept Conversions in Parksville & Oceanside
Oceanside Kitchen Studio opens up closed layouts for homeowners across Parksville and Qualicum Beach. We handle wall removal, structural beams, building permits, and modern cabinet fitting with one team, so you never have to coordinate between separate trades, completing standard builds in 4–8 weeks on site.
What's included
Plenty of houses here were built with the kitchen shut away behind a wall, and it no longer suits how you cook or how you have people over. Opening one up usually means taking out a load-bearing wall, which needs an engineered beam and a building permit. We arrange the engineering, pull the permit and see the whole thing through to the finished room.
- Layout studies and design drawings
- Structural engineering coordination
- Load-bearing wall removal and beam install
- Permit application and inspections
- Full kitchen finish: cabinets, counters, floors, lighting
- Coordinated HVAC, electrical and plumbing relocations
What it costs
What does a kitchen renovation cost in Oceanside?
These price ranges move with the scope of your project, so treat them as a starting guide rather than a fixed written quote. We give you a fixed written quote once we've seen the space.
- Cosmetic refresh — cabinet refacing, new counters, hardware, paint$15,000–$45,000
- Mid-range full renovation — new cabinets, counters, flooring, lighting, minor layout changes$45,000–$80,000
- High-end / custom or structural — walls moved, custom cabinetry, premium finishes$80,000 and up
Typical timeline: design a few weeks; on-site 4–8 weeks for a standard kitchen (10–12+ weeks with custom cabinetry or structural work). See the full 2026 cost breakdown.
How the process runs
- 01
Consultation
We come to your home for about an hour, walk the space with you and leave you with a realistic budget range. We meet with you for a free in-home consultation to review your kitchen ideas.
- 02
Design
Our designer works through layout, cabinetry, finishes and lighting before a single tool comes out. You approve the drawings and the material list before we start building.
- 03
Build
Our own crew works to a week-by-week schedule, cleans up at the end of every day, and books the inspections.
- 04
Handover
We walk the finished kitchen with you, close out the punch list, and hand over your final documentation.
Building on this coast
Hardware and cabinet specs for coastal salt air
We spec hardware and finishes for salt air, and we seal the cabinet boxes on all faces. When your project involves structural or plumbing changes, we pull the building permit and meet the inspector. An electrician pulls the electrical permit for wiring.
Common questions
What homeowners ask us most.
Can any wall between the kitchen and living room come down?
Most can, but an engineer has to confirm the load path first. We arrange that assessment during design, before anything is priced as final.
Does an open-concept conversion need a permit?
If your plan moves a wall or a drain, we pull the building permit and arrange inspections. An electrician pulls the electrical permit for any circuit work.
How much does an open-concept kitchen conversion cost?
A conversion with a new engineered beam typically adds $28,000–$50,000 to your remodel budget, depending on the span and the finishes. We get the engineering done during design, so that figure is in your quote rather than a surprise after demolition.
Book your consultation
Let's talk about your kitchen.
Three quick questions is all it takes. We'll come back to you within 24 hours and book a free visit at your home in Parksville.