We have been intensively working on our kitchen planning for a little over three weeks now. Sometimes we even dream about it at night, but it’s an exciting topic.
At the moment, we have two options... a Nobilia kitchen (a good, solid mid-range choice) and Schmidt kitchens (a major European kitchen manufacturer), which we actually prefer slightly more in terms of quality.
The kitchen concept is mostly settled. Nobilia kitchens can be offered by various kitchen showrooms and are fairly easy to compare, so you quickly get a sense of the price and can find your spending limit.
However, we are at least 5,000 euros above our original budget and are a bit worried about starting construction with this in mind.
Do you have any tips or suggestions?
We have already cut back extensively on the appliances or only included what we really need. It’s simply the size that drives the total cost. We know that 10,000 euros won’t be enough, but hopefully, we can keep it under 15,000 euros.
At the moment, we have two options... a Nobilia kitchen (a good, solid mid-range choice) and Schmidt kitchens (a major European kitchen manufacturer), which we actually prefer slightly more in terms of quality.
The kitchen concept is mostly settled. Nobilia kitchens can be offered by various kitchen showrooms and are fairly easy to compare, so you quickly get a sense of the price and can find your spending limit.
However, we are at least 5,000 euros above our original budget and are a bit worried about starting construction with this in mind.
Do you have any tips or suggestions?
We have already cut back extensively on the appliances or only included what we really need. It’s simply the size that drives the total cost. We know that 10,000 euros won’t be enough, but hopefully, we can keep it under 15,000 euros.
We also struggled quite a bit with the kitchen design. In total, we have 13 meters (43 feet) of kitchen space plus a freestanding side-by-side refrigerator. This includes a 4-meter (13-foot) wide counter with a sink and an 80 cm (31.5 inch) wide variable induction cooktop, a 1.2-meter (3.9-foot) hood, and then only top-tier Siemens IQ 700 series appliances (steam oven, pyrolytic oven, built-in coffee machine, 2 warming drawers, dishwasher of the latest generation). The entire appliance package (except the refrigerator) was purchased through the Siemens store for 7,000 euros, plus the IKEA furniture (all pull-outs, several 80 cm (31.5 inch) drawer cabinets) for nearly 5,000 euros. Added to that was a real wood countertop — in total, we ended up spending about 15,000 euros and have every technical gadget imaginable. At the kitchen studio, they laughed when I said I wanted to spend under 25,000 euros. Especially since the appliances are only about 50% of the recommended retail price when bought online or directly from the factory. It’s definitely worth it. And yes, there are plenty of frustrations during the installation — but that’s just part of the house-building adventure.
I have just purchased a modular kitchen with glass fronts and an oak countertop. All appliances are mid-range from Miele, and there is a Bora cooktop. The total length is 11m (36 feet), including the island. The entire setup costs exactly 22,000. I consider 15,000 for Nobilia to be on the higher side.
ypg schrieb:
So you want an A8 for the price of an A4? TskNo, an A4 for the price of an A4
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nordanney26 May 2016 10:58I have followed the thread for a day now. I don’t see much potential for savings. It is not an expensive kitchen (consistent with the quality and fittings).
Promotions from furniture stores and kitchen studios are also not an option. They are available almost every week of the year, and you always pay roughly the same price.
We had our kitchen planned by different providers using predefined requirements, floor plans, electrical appliances, etc. The results were identical everywhere (prices between €24,000 and €26,000 [€ = Euro, no conversion needed]).
Personally, I don’t think having to make compromises everywhere is a good option. Perhaps reconsider the entire design to achieve the quality you want while also reaching a price you are willing to pay.
Promotions from furniture stores and kitchen studios are also not an option. They are available almost every week of the year, and you always pay roughly the same price.
We had our kitchen planned by different providers using predefined requirements, floor plans, electrical appliances, etc. The results were identical everywhere (prices between €24,000 and €26,000 [€ = Euro, no conversion needed]).
Personally, I don’t think having to make compromises everywhere is a good option. Perhaps reconsider the entire design to achieve the quality you want while also reaching a price you are willing to pay.
nordanney schrieb:
I have followed the thread for a day now. I don’t see much potential for savings. It’s not an expensive kitchen (matching the quality and features).That was basically our concern. Over time, you quickly lose perspective, similar to looking at floor plans.
We will wait through this week, make another round of calls next week, and check or compare prices. I think by then we will have a realistic budget. If it ends up around 15,000 Euro and we want the kitchen as it is, we will have to look each other very seriously in the eye and make a decision.
You accept compromises; building always means making compromises, but only up to a certain point.
The quotes for our kitchen (Alno Satina with Siemens appliances) ranged from $27,000 ("that’s our final price, no discounts!") to about $13,000 from a very fair supplier. In the end, we paid $11,500 with better equipment than originally offered.
Of course, no seller will lower their price if they realize there’s interest and you politely ask if maybe there’s a chance to save $500. It’s all about negotiation skills. Aim high, get more.
Of course, no seller will lower their price if they realize there’s interest and you politely ask if maybe there’s a chance to save $500. It’s all about negotiation skills. Aim high, get more.
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