Most renovations we do at Kitchen Vision begin well before the demo day. The best results come from homeowners who take the time to think, plan, and adapt their ideas over time. If you’re dreaming of your perfect kitchen but not quite ready to dive in — good news. A 3-year outlook might be your smartest move yet.
Year 1: Observation Mode
This is your time to simply live in your space and pay attention. What frustrates you daily? What do you wish you had more of? Where does clutter gather? How do people move around the space?
Start a renovation journal. Take photos. Start saving images that resonate with you — even if you don’t know why yet. You’re building awareness, and that’s powerful.
Year 2: Inspiration & Exploration
Now’s the time to start refining your ideas. What styles still appeal to you after 6 months? Visit showrooms, collect samples, and talk to friends who’ve renovated. Pinterest boards are great — but so is walking through kitchens in real life.
Start budgeting and looking into costs. The earlier you know what’s realistic, the less shocked you’ll be later. And remember: your budget should include a little breathing room.
Year 3: Action
By now, you’ll have a strong sense of what you want and why. You’ll also have more trust in your preferences, because they’ve stood the test of time. This is the year to bring in a designer, finalise plans, confirm trades, and lock in timelines.
With a clearer vision, your designer can work smarter and tailor the solution to you. You’re also more likely to stick to your budget and avoid indecision — which is often the biggest cost in any renovation.
Why This Long-Game Approach Works:
• You spread out the emotional and financial load.
• Your ideas are more thought-out, which often leads to smarter design.
• You avoid renovation envy — because you’ve built your dream space your way.
Rushing a kitchen can feel like chasing a trend. But when you plan slowly, you design for the life you’re actually living — and that’s what makes it last.