Kitchen Cost in Ireland 2026 — Mid-Range, Premium, and Bespoke Compared
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Mid-range kitchen: €12,000–€18,000 installed. Premium: €18,000–€30,000. Bespoke: €25,000–€50,000+.
Kitchen cost in Ireland 2026 installed: mid-range €12,000–€18,000 (standard sizes, laminate or quartz worktop, integrated appliances), premium €18,000–€30,000 (custom sizes, stone worktop, integrated appliances, designer brand), bespoke €25,000–€50,000+ (handmade cabinetry, exotic stone, full design service). Order the kitchen 12–16 weeks before install. Lead times on stone (granite, quartz, marble) and premium cabinets can be 8–14 weeks. Don't forget the appliances: €3,000–€8,000 for a mid-range set (oven, hob, fridge, dishwasher, extractor), €8,000–€20,000 for premium. Often quoted separately. The biggest single cost is the worktop: stone (€300–€600/m²) is the most expensive item in most kitchens.
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The kitchen is in.
Sources
SCSI, Construction Cost Guide 2026. https://www.scsi.ie/
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kitchen cost in Ireland in 2026?
Mid-range: €12,000–€18,000 installed. Premium: €18,000–€30,000. Bespoke: €25,000–€50,000+. Plus appliances: €3,000–€8,000 mid-range, €8,000–€20,000 premium.
How much does a kitchen worktop cost in Ireland?
Laminate: €50–€150/m². Quartz: €300–€500/m². Granite: €300–€600/m². Marble: €400–€800/m². The worktop is the most expensive item in most kitchens.
When should I order the kitchen?
12–16 weeks before install. Lead times on stone and premium cabinets can be 8–14 weeks. Measure the space carefully and have the design signed off before ordering.
When this matters most
You're pricing the kitchen and need to budget it correctly.
When this doesn't apply
The kitchen is in.
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Next decision
The next step in your build sequence.
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