Kitchen design

Kitchen Designers Brisbane

Custom kitchen design for Brisbane’s Southside and bayside homes, designed and manufactured in-house by one carpentry-led team since 1985
Before the build

What our Brisbane kitchen design service includes

The design stage settles everything that has to be decided before manufacturing begins: the layout, the cabinetry, the finishes and how the room will actually be used.

Get it right on paper and the problems are solved before a cabinet is cut. Every drawer and finish is drawn for your space and your appliances, so nothing is left to adjust on site.
What our Brisbane kitchen design service includes
What the design stage covers

From layout to the last finish

The design settles every decision before manufacturing begins, so the problems are solved on paper rather than in the build.

Layout & Space Planning

Before any drawing is fixed, a designer looks at how the room will actually be used. That might mean more bench space for keen cooks, wider walkways where several people cook at once, or reworking a layout that has never quite functioned.

The layout decisions made here are the ones that prevent the everyday frustrations later, well before a cabinet is built.

Finish, Material & Colour Selection

Selections are guided. You are not handed a supplier catalogue and left to it, and there is no expectation that you arrive with every finish chosen.

A finish that looks perfect on a small sample can read very differently across several metres, and some surfaces wear better than others, so you see them at full size in the showroom before committing.

Custom Cabinetry Design

Cabinetry is designed for your space and made to measure, not ordered as a flat-pack and adjusted with filler panels. The layout starts with your appliances, drawn around the specific oven and dishwasher you intend to buy.

Deep drawers go where the pots live, and the pantry is sized to your weekly shop, with bench space set aside for the appliances that stay out.
Step by step process

How our kitchen design process works

Six clear steps, from your first call to the installed kitchen.
1

Get In Touch

Call or enquire online with what you are planning.
2

Showroom Visit

Discuss ideas, look at finishes and set a budget.
3

Site Measure

We measure and assess the room in your home.
4

Review Design

You receive a custom design and a quote.
5

Final Selections

Colours, appliances and the last details confirmed.
6

Manufacture & Install

Built and installed by the Action Kitchens team.
No single house style

Design styles our Brisbane designers work across

A 1930s cottage in Camp Hill does not call for the same kitchen as a new build in Carindale. The style starts with your home.
Operating since 1985

Why choose Action Kitchens as your Brisbane kitchen designer

Everything stays under one roof, from the first sketch to the finished kitchen.

Since 1985

Designing and manufacturing kitchens in Brisbane since 1985, led by Nicholas Davie since 2018.

QBCC Licensed

Licence No. 1509 5360, a licensed and accountable trade.

Capalaba Showroom

See finishes at full size, not on a small sample chip.

Design, Build & Install

One carpentry-led team from first sketch to final fit.

Bespoke, Not Flat-Pack

Every kitchen designed for your lifestyle and your space.

Local Specialists

Southside and bayside designers who know how local homes are built.
Google Reviews

What our clients say

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Andrew L.
4 weeks ago
Just like to do a give a big shout out to nick and the boys as they did a awesome job of my kitchen, I’d certainly recommend them as you certainly won’t be disappointed, Thankyou nick.
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Roberta B.
1 month ago
Action Kitchens is highly recommended. Nick, Dan and Jess were easy to work with; they listened to my needs; they came up with clever design ideas; they solved installation problems; they paid attention to detail; they managed all the contractors carefully; and they were always available to monitor and respond to questions or issues if required. I had to trust Action Kitchens and I'm glad I did - I am very happy with my new kitchen.
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Steven O.
4 months ago
Nick's attention to detail, his friendly welcoming attitude, and his professionalism contine to set Nick and his team well above the rest. I can highly recommend Action Kitchens 👌 👍
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Jill
9 months ago
Our new kitchen was completed a few months ago by Action Kitchen and we are amazed by the quality and attention to detail. Our first meeting with Nick was so reassuring we felt comfortable and confident we were making the right decision. The day to day schedule provided of what trades were coming on what days was such a great help, if there was any change to this we were informed immediately. All trades on our job were so friendly and respectful, it was a pleasure having them in our home. The construction of the cabinetry by the team in the workshop is perfect, installation is faultless as is the work by all the trades who were used on our kitchen. Dan is a 5 star project manager, he oversaw our job every step of the way, promptly answering any questions from us and giving us complete peace of mind.
A big thank you Nick and the entire Action Kitchen team, the functionality and quality of our new kitchen has exceeded all our expectations and we definitely recommend you to anyone thinking of a new kitchen.
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Cathry D.
10 months ago
We cannot rate Action Kitchens highly enough. Every step of the process was easy and enjoyable. From our initial meeting with Nick, who went out of his way to meet at a time that suited us, to the last day when Patrick came to do the final touches it was a seamless process with an extremely professional crew. From Jessica and Nick's design to Dan's AMAZING project management, we could not have been happier. A big shout out to the guys (and Olivia) who did the bulk of the onsite work, as well as the electrician (Ben) and plumber (Sam). Our kitchen looks incredible, and we are extremely happy with it.
A big thank you to Action Kitchens - an amazing local business. Do not hesitate to use them for your new kitchen - you will be very happy.
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Logan R.
12 months ago
We had a fantastic experience with Action Kitchens. They took care of absolutely everything — from the initial demolition, design, and colour selections, to creating a kitchen layout that perfectly suited our needs, including the addition of a butler’s pantry.

What really stood out was how seamlessly they managed the entire process, including organising and coordinating all the contractors. The scheduling was handled so well — it gave us real peace of mind knowing exactly who was coming and when.

The entire project was stress-free, and the end result is a beautiful, functional kitchen that we absolutely love. We can’t recommend Action Kitchens highly enough. Thank you, Dan and Nick!
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Robert J.
1 year ago
After our long-time cabinetmaker shut his business for a life change, we found Action Kitchens through an online search—only to discover after contacting them that our now-off-the-tools cabinetmaker actually did his apprenticeship there! That was a great sign, and meeting Nick (possibly Australia’s busiest business owner) sealed the deal. The initial consult went great, and we signed on.

From start to finish, the entire team was excellent. Even those behind the scenes in the workshop deserve credit—their craftsmanship showed the moment everything arrived on site. The installation team was top-notch, and a big shoutout to Dan, whose urgency, experience, and attention to detail took the project well beyond expectations. (No, really.)

Sure, there were hiccups—as you get with any reno involving multiple trades—but everything was handled professionally, with constant communication. We never once felt it was out of control.

We supplied our own appliances, sink, etc., and Action worked with that seamlessly. It honestly felt like they’d chosen the items themselves, the fit and finish was that good.

The kitchen was completed in Spring 2024, and now—mid-2025—it still looks and functions like new. Every drawer, door, and surface is still perfect, and we get compliments not just from guests, but every time we walk into the room. Watching them crane in a giant slab of granite? Yeah that was unreal.

There are cabinetmakers out there more interested in shiny new utes and flashy showrooms—but if you want your project done properly, with quality materials, great communication, and true workmanship, hire Action. We only wish we had more work for them, if that happens we'll be coming straight back.

📸 phone pics taken by myself
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El L.
2 years ago
I recently used Action Kitchens for our much needed renovation, and I couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. From start to finish, the entire process was hassle-free and professionally managed by Nick and his team.

Any issues that arose were addressed promptly, and the team handled them with expertise and efficiency. The tradespeople were not only skilled but also respectful, maintaining a clean work environment and ensuring minimal disruption to our daily lives.

The quality of the work and process exceeded our expectations, and the project was completed on time. I highly recommend Action Kitchens to anyone looking for a reliable and professional renovation service.

Even the kids are loving and using the space. Thank you.
Come and see us

Visit our Capalaba showroom

Handle the door fronts and compare benchtop materials in person, and meet the people who will actually build your kitchen. We are central to the Southside and bayside.
  • Unit 1/20 Veronica St, Capalaba QLD 4157
  • 07 3390 1000
  • action@actionkitchens.net.au
  • Hours: Mon–Thu 8:30am–3:30pm · Fri 8:30am–1:30pm · Sat & Sun closed
Servicing the Brisbane area

Kitchen design across Brisbane’s Southside and bayside

From our Capalaba base we design kitchens across the Southside and bayside, from the eastern suburbs out to the bay. If your suburb is not listed, ask us.
Recent project highlight

Recent kitchen projects

Every kitchen below is a completed Action Kitchens renovation in a Southside or bayside home. No stock photography, no borrowed portfolios.

BROWN

KITCHEN RENOVATION

S HART

KITCHEN RENOVATION

KRENSKE

KITCHEN RENOVATION

COOPER

KITCHEN RENOVATION

QUINTA

BESPOKE CABINETRY

COLLIER

KITCHEN RENOVATION

HAJNADY

KITCHEN RENOVATION

SOLAR

BESPOKE CABINETRY

Newman

BESPOKE CABINETRY
Good to know

Kitchen design Brisbane FAQs

The design phase runs from your showroom consultation to the delivery of a custom design and quote, with an on-site measure in between. The timeframe depends on the size of the project and how quickly selections are settled.

The team that designs your kitchen also builds and fits it, since everything happens in-house. For the full renovation, see kitchen renovations.

Download our design booklet

Packed with kitchen visuals, service details and layout ideas to help you picture your new kitchen. Download it and start planning.
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Tell us about your kitchen project and we will be in touch to arrange your free showroom consultation. If you have photos, floor plans or ideas, send them through.

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