Kitchen remodeling in Elmhurst
We’re a premier, award-winning, Chicago-based design-build firm remodeling kitchens in Elmhurst, IL and nearby areas, with our own designers and licensed contractors.
Kitchen remodeler serving Elmhurst
Whether your Elmhurst kitchen is big or small, our designers can turn an outdated space into a charming, functional kitchen, with a timeless design and a layout that gives you more storage and cooking space.
If you’re looking for a minor refresh, a mid-range remodel may be the right choice. Even small changes can make a big difference to how your kitchen looks and works.
Our full-service process
Planning and estimate
After your free consultation, your project manager answers your questions and prepares a detailed estimate. We go over the proposal together and finalize plans.
Interior design and concept
Once the design concepts and kitchen layout meet your standards, our architectural staff prepares the blueprints our contractors use on site.
Management and construction
We obtain the local permits you need, and construction begins shortly after. Your project manager oversees all of the work.
Our services in Elmhurst
From first design to final walkthrough, we handle your whole project.
- Kitchen layout and design
- Custom cabinets, countertops and islands
- Backsplash, flooring and lighting
- Interior design
- Bathroom remodeling in Elmhurst
- General contracting in Elmhurst
Kitchen remodels for Elmhurst homes
Elmhurst, with its York Street downtown and Elmhurst University, has older homes alongside newer construction. That gives remodels here a wide range of starting points, from a full update to a focused kitchen or bath. 123 Remodeling is a Chicago-based design-build firm in business since 2008, and we began serving the West suburbs in 2025. Our designers plan the layout, cabinets, countertops and lighting, and our licensed contractors build it, so you work with one company from start to finish. To see the quality of our kitchens, browse our award-winning portfolio.Planning a kitchen remodel in Elmhurst
New cabinets and counters are often straightforward, but moving plumbing or electrical, or removing a wall, usually needs a permit from the City of Elmhurst. We handle permits as part of your project, along with any condo or homeowners association approvals your home requires. To plan your budget, read about what a kitchen remodel costs in the Chicago area, or see our kitchen remodeling services. Planning more than a kitchen? See bathroom remodeling in Elmhurst and general contracting in Elmhurst. We also remodel kitchens in nearby Oak Park, Hinsdale and Glen Ellyn. Contact us for a free design consultation and estimate, in your home or online.
Kitchen remodeling questions
How long does it take to remodel a kitchen?
The average kitchen renovation takes six weeks, but it depends on the scope. Changing the layout or removing walls adds significant time. Design and material selection come first, and your project manager will give you a detailed timeframe.
How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Elmhurst?
It depends on the scope. If you keep your appliances and floors and update only the cabinets and counters, a medium-sized kitchen can cost around $20,000. Replacing flooring, appliances and backsplash or changing the layout can raise that to $55,000. In 2026, the average kitchen remodel in the Chicago area costs $32,000.
Do I need an interior designer to remodel a kitchen?
Even if you want to copy a kitchen you saw on Houzz, a professional should plan the cabinet layout, to make the most of your space and still look good. You can make many of the decor choices yourself. Our in-house designers offer interior design as part of our design-build process.
Do you need a permit to remodel a kitchen in Elmhurst?
It depends on the work. Cosmetic updates may not need one, but plumbing, electrical and structural changes usually do. Permits in Elmhurst go through the local building department, and we handle them as part of your project. If your home is in a condo or homeowners association, its board may also need to approve the work.
Towns we serve across Chicagoland
Based in Chicago, we remodel kitchens across the city, the North Shore and the West suburbs. See our full service area.
- Chicago
- Bannockburn
- Buffalo Grove
- Clarendon Hills
- Deerfield
- Downers Grove
- Elmhurst
- Evanston
- Glen Ellyn
- Glencoe
- Glenview
- Golf
- Highland Park
- Highwood
- Hinsdale
- Kenilworth
- La Grange
- Lake Bluff
- Lake Forest
- Lincolnshire
- Lincolnwood
- Morton Grove
- Naperville
- Niles
- Northbrook
- Northfield
- Oak Park
- Park Ridge
- Schaumburg
- Skokie
- Wheaton
- Wilmette
- Winnetka
