KITCHEN REMODEL

TRANSFORM YOUR KITCHEN WITH INTENTIONAL DESIGN, THOUGHTFUL DETAILS, AND A CLEAR PROCESS THAT ENHANCES HOW YOU COOK, GATHER, AND LIVE.

KITCHEN REMODELING IN LOS ANGELES

A space built around how you live.

A kitchen remodel is more than updating a room it’s reshaping the space where your life naturally gathers. The kitchen is where mornings begin, where friends end up at the island even when there’s a whole living room waiting for them, where family recipes are shared, and where everyday routines quietly become memories.

At Heart Construction, we remodel kitchens with that in mind. Our work starts with understanding how you live your habits, your flow, the ways you cook, entertain, and move through the space — and then building a kitchen that supports it effortlessly.

With over 25 years of experience remodeling homes across Los Angeles from Hollywood Hills and Hancock Park to Venice, Pacific Palisades, Sherman Oaks, Encino, Altadena, Calabasas, Westlake, Woodland Hills, Malibu, and more we’ve shaped a process that is personal, clear, and grounded from day one.

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Our Story
Signature Approach


Marina del Rey kitchen remodel in progress featuring custom wood cabinetry, new island framing, and unfinished millwork, showcasing Heart Construction’s craftsmanship and detailed approach to modern coastal home renovations.

OUR APPROACH TO KITCHEN REMODELING

A detailed, transparent roadmap from dream to reality.

Below is our full process, broken down clearly so you always know what happens long before it happens.

A Conversation First, Your Life Shapes the Design

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Before layouts or materials, we begin with you:
How you cook. How you entertain. What frustrates you. What you’ve always wanted.

This is where the design direction begins with your lifestyle, not with trends.

Learn more about how we listen and begin every project with intention:
Our Story

Just like in our Full Remodel service, planning is everything.
We map out your entire kitchen:

  • Layout options

  • Cabinet styles & storage

  • Countertops, stone & tiles

  • Lighting design

  • Appliance locations

  • Plumbing & electrical adjustments

A clear scope + a clear schedule = a stress-free remodel.

See how our planning system works:
Signature Approach

A Clear & Detailed Plan

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Living Through Construction With Support

We explain exactly what to expect:

  • Floor, wall, and dust protection

  • Daily communication

  • Clear timelines

  • Temporary cooking solutions (when possible)

  • Respectful, clean job sites

Your comfort matters as much as the construction itself.


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Payment Structure Simple & Transparent

Payments follow predictable milestones:

  • Deposit to begin planning and secure your timeline

  • Rough Construction Milestone

  • Finishes Milestone

  • Final Walkthrough

If changes arise, we issue a clear written change order discussed and approved before anything moves forward.

This transparency applies across all our services:
Full Remodel
Custom Homes
ADUs

Permits, Engineering & Inspections

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Many kitchen remodels require:

  • Electrical upgrades

  • Plumbing relocation

  • Venting changes

  • Structural work

  • New appliance circuits

We handle drawings, engineering (when needed), permitting, and all city inspections.


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The best kitchens feel clean and effortless because the details are perfect:

  • Mitred stone

  • Aligned tile

  • Level cabinetry

  • Perfect reveals

  • Thoughtful lighting placement

Our teams are respectful, organized, and detail-driven what clients remember most.


Craftsmanship in Every Detail

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The Finish Line and Support After Move-In

We complete a thorough walkthrough together, finalize a clean punch list, and ensure everything is exactly as you imagined.
And even after you move back into your new kitchen, we’re still here for any questions.

TYPES OF KITCHEN REMODELS WE OFFER

  • Full kitchen transformations

  • Open-concept layout changes

  • Custom & semi-custom cabinetry

  • Quartz, marble, quartzite & porcelain slab work

  • Electrical & lighting upgrades

  • High-end appliance integration

  • Kitchen + dining or kitchen + pantry remodels

  • Kitchen remodels within a Full Home Remodel

  • Kitchen expansion connected to ADU Builds

Let’s build a kitchen that feels intentional, functional, and completely yours.

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How these kitchens came together

Every kitchen remodel is shaped by the home around it - the layout, the structure, and how the space needs to connect to daily life.

HOLLYWOOD HILLS

Hollywood Hills Mid-Century Restoration

The kitchen expansion here was inseparable from the restoration around it. Original materials were preserved, the layout was opened with restraint, and every decision was made to feel aligned with the home's mid-century character not in spite of it.

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MALIBU

Malibu Spanish Home Remodel

Opening the kitchen required a major structural shift in this home. By removing a load-bearing wall, the kitchen, dining, and family room became one continuous space aligned with the backyard, the pool, and the ocean beyond.

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RECENT PROJECTS

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FAQ KITCHEN REMODELING

  • Most kitchen remodels take 6–12 weeks from construction start to completion, depending on the scope, materials lead times, and whether structural or mechanical work is involved. Layout changes, custom cabinetry, and stone work typically extend the timeline. We provide a realistic schedule during planning so you know what to expect before construction begins.

  • If your remodel involves plumbing relocation, electrical upgrades, venting changes, or any structural work, yes — permits are required. We handle all drawings, engineering when needed, permit applications, and city inspections so you don't have to navigate that process alone.

  • Yes — most homeowners stay in their home during a kitchen remodel. We create dust barriers, protect floors and adjacent spaces, coordinate work hours around your schedule, and help you set up temporary cooking arrangements where possible. Our goal is to keep disruption as minimal as the scope allows.

  • Costs vary based on size, materials, layout changes, and whether structural or mechanical work is involved. We create a detailed, line-by-line budget before construction begins so you know exactly what the investment looks like. For a deeper breakdown, see our guide to kitchen remodel costs in Los Angeles. read more in the guide How Much Does a Kitchen Remodel Cost in Los Angeles? .

  • Changes are completely normal. When something comes up, we walk you through the options, provide a clear written change order with cost and timeline impact, and only move forward once you approve. Nothing changes without your sign-off.

  • Yes. We work with your existing designer, or we can connect you with trusted design partners we collaborate with regularly. Either way, we make sure the design is buildable, materials are coordinated on time, and the final result aligns with how you actually use the space. learn more on our Design Build page .

  • Absolutely — many of our kitchen remodels are part of a larger full home remodel or combined with an ADU build. When the kitchen is part of a broader scope, we coordinate all phases together so nothing is done twice and the entire project moves efficiently from start to finish.
    Full Remodel
    ADU Build

Everything homeowners ask when remodeling a kitchen in Los Angeles.

WHY HOMEOWNERS CHOOSE HEART CONSTRUCTION

  • Clear communication

  • Predictable timelines

  • Respectful crews

  • Organized job sites

  • High-quality craftsmanship

  • A personalized approach grounded in intention

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