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Drawing-to-Construction Planning Comparison. Estimates use what is visible in the remodel preview and the ZIP adjustment when available. No provider has received a request.

Sample proposals

These are fictional companies and example prices for demonstration.

Quick comparison

Based on the 7 options below

Lowest projected total

Northmill Home Studio

$69,150–$74,500 planning + installed work

Fastest drawings

Fieldstone Project Co.

5–7 business days

Best measurement credit

Harborline Design Build

100% credited toward construction

Before & proposed scope

Existing photo compared with the rendered plan

Ranges are planning estimates, not field measurements.

Visible item: Original photo; Rendered proposal; Change
Upper cabinets: 0–0 units; 7–9 units; Low end +7 units · High end +9 units
Lower cabinets: 5–7 units; 6–8 units; +1 units
Cabinet run: 17–20 linear ft; 17–20 linear ft; No change
Total countertop: 30–38 sq ft; 51–65 sq ft; Low end +21 sq ft · High end +27 sq ft
Visible wall work: 34–46 sq ft; 24–34 sq ft; Low end −10 sq ft · High end −12 sq ft
Visible floor area: 105–135 sq ft; 105–135 sq ft; No change
Island / peninsula: Not shown; 3–4 cabinet units; Added

The service comparison below uses the rendered proposal column as its planning basis.

Compare measurement, design and drawings, installed-project ranges, timing, and consultation policies.

Example ranges use a 2025–2026 U.S. planning basis and the rendered work area. Every displayed high value is capped at 10% above its low value for a focused comparison. Final price and timing require a site visit, field measurements, written scope, and confirmation of unknown conditions.

Sample proposal 1

Alder Workroom

Measured kitchen plans with a clear homeowner review process.

Measurement fee: $325–$325
Design & drawing fee: $5,850–$6,300
Illustrative installed project: $65,475–$70,575
Credit or refund policy: Measurement fee fully waived if the customer signs the construction contract
Drawing turnaround: 7–9 business days
Earliest start: Within 1–2 weeks

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Planning focus: Compact and mid-size kitchen planning
Service area: Metro core and nearby suburbs
Response window: Usually within 1 business day
Revisions: Two revision rounds

Process

Photo and goal review
In-home measurement
Draft drawing review
Final drawing issue

Deliverables

Dimensioned plan
Cabinet elevations
PDF drawing set

Assumptions

One kitchen room
Existing openings remain

Exclusions

Engineering
Permit filing
Trade coordination

Illustrative cost breakdown

2025–2026 U.S. planning basis adjusted by the provider profile.

Planning + project: $71,650–$77,200

Demolition, protection & disposal: $3,875–$4,175
Painted Slim Shaker cabinetry & hardware: $21,525–$23,225
Cabinet installation, trim & alignment: $8,625–$9,325
Quartzite-look countertop allowance: $6,175–$6,650
Ivory tile backsplash: $1,675–$1,800
Sink, faucet & plumbing connections: $2,575–$2,750
Induction range & appliance allowance: $4,425–$4,750
Electrical & layered lighting: $3,175–$3,425
Painting, finish carpentry & closeout: $1,575–$1,700
Provider management: $5,900–$6,350
Planning contingency: $5,950–$6,425

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Sample proposal 2

Harborline Design Build

A guided planning path for homeowners who want fewer decisions at once.

Best measurement credit

Measurement fee: $450–$450
Design & drawing fee: $6,100–$6,575
Illustrative installed project: $69,550–$75,025
Credit or refund policy: 100% credited toward construction
Drawing turnaround: 8–10 business days
Earliest start: Within 2 weeks

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Planning focus: Existing-condition and proposed-layout sets
Service area: Within 35 miles of the metro center
Response window: Usually within 2 business days
Revisions: One revision round

Process

Video intake
Measurement appointment
Preferred-layout review
Final drawing issue

Deliverables

Existing-condition plan
Proposed layout
Finish notes

Assumptions

Clear access at visit
Standard ceiling height

Exclusions

Structural calculations
Permit filing
Field supervision

Illustrative cost breakdown

2025–2026 U.S. planning basis adjusted by the provider profile.

Planning + project: $76,100–$82,050

Demolition, protection & disposal: $4,050–$4,375
Painted Slim Shaker cabinetry & hardware: $22,475–$24,250
Cabinet installation, trim & alignment: $9,000–$9,725
Quartzite-look countertop allowance: $6,425–$6,925
Ivory tile backsplash: $1,750–$1,875
Sink, faucet & plumbing connections: $2,700–$2,875
Induction range & appliance allowance: $4,600–$4,975
Electrical & layered lighting: $3,300–$3,575
Painting, finish carpentry & closeout: $1,650–$1,775
Provider management: $7,275–$7,850
Planning contingency: $6,325–$6,825

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Sample proposal 3

Fieldstone Project Co.

Fast measured drawings with detailed elevations and lighting intent.

Fastest drawings

Measurement fee: $450–$475
Design & drawing fee: $6,600–$7,125
Illustrative installed project: $76,725–$82,675
Credit or refund policy: 50% credited toward construction
Drawing turnaround: 5–7 business days
Earliest start: Within 1 week

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Planning focus: Laser-measured plans and multi-wall elevations
Service area: Metro-wide
Response window: Usually within 1 business day
Revisions: Two revision rounds

Process

Scope call
Laser measurement
Quality-control check
Two-stage drawing review

Deliverables

Dimensioned plan
Four elevations
Lighting intent plan

Assumptions

Visible conditions can be measured
One preferred layout

Exclusions

Engineering
Trade drawings
Permit filing

Illustrative cost breakdown

2025–2026 U.S. planning basis adjusted by the provider profile.

Planning + project: $83,775–$90,275

Demolition, protection & disposal: $4,400–$4,725
Painted Slim Shaker cabinetry & hardware: $24,325–$26,250
Cabinet installation, trim & alignment: $9,750–$10,525
Quartzite-look countertop allowance: $6,975–$7,525
Ivory tile backsplash: $1,900–$2,025
Sink, faucet & plumbing connections: $2,900–$3,125
Induction range & appliance allowance: $5,000–$5,375
Electrical & layered lighting: $3,600–$3,875
Painting, finish carpentry & closeout: $1,800–$1,925
Provider management: $9,100–$9,800
Planning contingency: $6,975–$7,525

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Sample proposal 4

Northmill Home Studio

Remote-first kitchen plans for straightforward existing layouts.

Lowest projected total

Measurement fee: $325–$350
Design & drawing fee: $5,600–$6,025
Illustrative installed project: $63,225–$68,125
Credit or refund policy: Measurement fee remains separate
Drawing turnaround: 6–8 business days
Earliest start: Within 1–2 weeks

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Planning focus: Homeowner-assisted measurement and video review
Service area: Metro core
Response window: Usually within 1–2 business days
Revisions: One revision round

Process

Guided measurement
Video verification
Draft layout
Final drawing issue

Deliverables

Scaled plan
Cabinet elevations
Measurement checklist

Assumptions

Homeowner measurements are accurate
No field visit

Exclusions

Measurement verification
Engineering
Permit filing

Illustrative cost breakdown

2025–2026 U.S. planning basis adjusted by the provider profile.

Planning + project: $69,150–$74,500

Demolition, protection & disposal: $3,725–$4,000
Painted Slim Shaker cabinetry & hardware: $20,600–$22,225
Cabinet installation, trim & alignment: $8,250–$8,900
Quartzite-look countertop allowance: $5,900–$6,350
Ivory tile backsplash: $1,600–$1,725
Sink, faucet & plumbing connections: $2,475–$2,650
Induction range & appliance allowance: $4,225–$4,550
Electrical & layered lighting: $3,025–$3,275
Painting, finish carpentry & closeout: $1,525–$1,625
Provider management: $6,150–$6,625
Planning contingency: $5,750–$6,200

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Sample proposal 5

Commonline Renewal

Option-led planning for homeowners comparing several layout directions.

Measurement fee: $600–$600
Design & drawing fee: $7,100–$7,675
Illustrative installed project: $84,025–$90,625
Credit or refund policy: No refund or credit policy stated
Drawing turnaround: 10–12 business days
Earliest start: Within 2–3 weeks

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Planning focus: Layout alternatives and detailed elevations
Service area: Regional virtual service
Response window: Usually within 2 business days
Revisions: Three revision rounds

Process

Goal workshop
Local measurement
Layout comparison
Selected-plan refinement

Deliverables

Layout options
Selected plan
Detailed elevations

Assumptions

Digital photo set provided
One final direction selected

Exclusions

Engineering
Permit filing
On-site supervision

Illustrative cost breakdown

2025–2026 U.S. planning basis adjusted by the provider profile.

Planning + project: $91,725–$98,900

Demolition, protection & disposal: $4,725–$5,100
Painted Slim Shaker cabinetry & hardware: $26,200–$28,275
Cabinet installation, trim & alignment: $10,500–$11,350
Quartzite-look countertop allowance: $7,500–$8,100
Ivory tile backsplash: $2,050–$2,175
Sink, faucet & plumbing connections: $3,125–$3,350
Induction range & appliance allowance: $5,375–$5,800
Electrical & layered lighting: $3,875–$4,175
Painting, finish carpentry & closeout: $1,925–$2,075
Provider management: $11,100–$11,975
Planning contingency: $7,650–$8,250

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Sample proposal 6

Oakframe Projects

Practical drawing sets centered on clearances and existing constraints.

Measurement fee: $425–$450
Design & drawing fee: $6,350–$6,850
Illustrative installed project: $73,100–$78,825
Credit or refund policy: Measurement fee included only above a minimum project size
Drawing turnaround: 7–11 business days
Earliest start: Within 2 weeks

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Planning focus: Clearance checks and existing-layout documentation
Service area: Within 50 miles
Response window: Usually within 1 business day
Revisions: Two revision rounds

Process

Project intake
Field measurement
Clearance review
Final plan issue

Deliverables

Existing plan
Proposed plan
Appliance clearance notes

Assumptions

Appliance sizes supplied
No major wall relocation

Exclusions

Engineering
Permit filing
Specialty consultant work

Illustrative cost breakdown

2025–2026 U.S. planning basis adjusted by the provider profile.

Planning + project: $79,875–$86,125

Demolition, protection & disposal: $4,225–$4,550
Painted Slim Shaker cabinetry & hardware: $23,400–$25,250
Cabinet installation, trim & alignment: $9,375–$10,125
Quartzite-look countertop allowance: $6,700–$7,225
Ivory tile backsplash: $1,825–$1,950
Sink, faucet & plumbing connections: $2,800–$3,000
Induction range & appliance allowance: $4,800–$5,175
Electrical & layered lighting: $3,450–$3,725
Painting, finish carpentry & closeout: $1,725–$1,850
Provider management: $8,150–$8,800
Planning contingency: $6,650–$7,175

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Sample proposal 7

Stillwater Kitchen Team

A documentation-focused service for projects needing a thorough handoff.

Measurement fee: $375–$375
Design & drawing fee: $6,850–$7,400
Illustrative installed project: $80,350–$86,650
Credit or refund policy: Measurement fee reviewed after the site consultation
Drawing turnaround: 9–12 business days
Earliest start: Within 2–3 weeks

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Planning focus: Issue-ready kitchen plan and elevation sets
Service area: Metro and selected outer suburbs
Response window: Usually within 2 business days
Revisions: Two revision rounds

Process

Scope review
Field measurement
Coordination call
Issue-ready drawing set

Deliverables

Dimensioned plan
Interior elevations
Issue-ready PDF set

Assumptions

Existing utilities documented
Single-room scope

Exclusions

Engineering
Permit filing
Installation oversight

Illustrative cost breakdown

2025–2026 U.S. planning basis adjusted by the provider profile.

Planning + project: $87,575–$94,425

Demolition, protection & disposal: $4,575–$4,925
Painted Slim Shaker cabinetry & hardware: $25,275–$27,275
Cabinet installation, trim & alignment: $10,125–$10,925
Quartzite-look countertop allowance: $7,225–$7,800
Ivory tile backsplash: $1,975–$2,100
Sink, faucet & plumbing connections: $3,025–$3,250
Induction range & appliance allowance: $5,175–$5,600
Electrical & layered lighting: $3,725–$4,025
Painting, finish carpentry & closeout: $1,875–$2,000
Provider management: $10,075–$10,875
Planning contingency: $7,300–$7,875

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Site conditions & exceptions

Hidden water damage
Rot
Mold
Pest damage
Damaged subfloor
Broken or deteriorated plumbing
Drain or sewer problems
Insufficient water pressure
Outdated or unsafe electrical wiring
Insufficient electrical panel capacity
Gas-line changes
Ventilation or duct modifications
Structural repairs
Load-bearing wall work
Concealed columns or beams
Asbestos or lead-related work
Permit and inspection fees
HOA or condominium requirements
Restricted delivery access
Elevator or building restrictions
Demolition-discovered conditions
Work outside the photographed area
Customer-requested scope changes

Additional site conditions or exceptions may exist beyond those listed here. Final scope and pricing are determined only after on-site inspection, measurement, drawing review, and contractor confirmation.

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