Kitchen Remodeling in Sarasota, FL
Updated: September 23, 2026
A kitchen remodel in Sarasota runs $15,000 to $200,000 or more. Most homeowners spend $30,000 to $75,000. The design choices you make before ordering cabinets decide where you land. I'm Audrey Arthur, a Sarasota interior designer with 24+ years in this market. I plan your kitchen, then work with your licensed contractor through the final walkthrough.
Audrey Arthur — Audrey Design SRQ
Interior Designer in Sarasota FL | 24+ Years Experience | Indoor + Outdoor Design SpecialistAudrey Arthur is the founder and principal designer of Audrey Design SRQ. She has run her Sarasota, Florida studio since 2002 — over 24 years. Audrey works personally on every project. No handoffs, no junior designers.
- Full cost range
- $15,000 – $200,000+
- Most common spend
- $30,000 – $75,000
- Construction time (market range)
- About 6 – 8 weeks, medium remodel
- Start to finish (market range)
- About 6 months
- Consultation
- Free, no obligation
One Designer, Not a Rotating Crew
I'm not a remodeling company. I'm a designer. I plan your layout and choose every material, including the cabinetry.
Licensed contractors handle the demolition, plumbing, and electrical work. I don't run an in-house crew. You still deal with one person from start to finish.
I check each trade's work against the design. A text asking how it's going is not the same thing.
What a Kitchen Remodel Costs in Sarasota
Sarasota kitchen remodels fall into three cost levels. Each level changes what you get.
| Remodel level | Cost range | What's included |
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| Minor / cosmetic | $15,000 – $30,000 | Cabinet refacing, new countertops, paint, fixtures |
| Mid-range | $30,000 – $75,000 | New cabinets, counters, appliances, flooring, lighting |
| High-end / luxury | $75,000 – $200,000+ | Full renovation, custom cabinets, premium appliances, layout changes |
Sarasota is a coastal market. Labor and materials here cost more than the national average.
Cabinets take the biggest share of most kitchen budgets. Moving a wall or a sink is the fastest way to jump a level. For line-by-line numbers, read my Sarasota kitchen remodel cost guide.
How I Work
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Consultation
I walk your kitchen with you. I ask how you cook and gather, not only what looks good. You and I set a real budget range before any design work starts.
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3D Design
You see your kitchen before anyone builds it. Layout, cabinet finishes, counters, and lighting all show in 3D. You decide from a real picture, not a swatch board.
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Written Proposal
You get a written plan covering materials, labor, and timeline. Most structural, plumbing, and electrical work needs a Sarasota County permit.
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Coordinated Build
Licensed contractors handle demolition, plumbing, electrical, cabinets, and tile. I stay involved the whole way. I check their work against the design, not only the schedule.
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Final Walkthrough
I check every detail against the original plan with you. Then I call the project finished.
Want a real number for your kitchen? Book a free consultation or call 941-321-9474.
Materials That Hold Up in This Climate
Florida humidity tests every material in your kitchen. Quartz is my default pick for Sarasota countertops. It's non-porous, needs no sealing, and won't etch like marble.
Granite and quartzite work well when sealed. For floors, porcelain tile and luxury vinyl plank handle moisture better than hardwood.
On Siesta Key and Casey Key, salt air pits hardware fast. I choose rust-resistant pulls and hinges for those homes. See my guides to marble vs. quartz and coastal cabinet styles.
Sarasota Projects
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Goldenrod Street, Sarasota
Sarasota, FL
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Commonwealth Drive, Siesta Key
Siesta Key, FL
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Casey Key, Nokomis
Nokomis, FL
What Sarasota Clients Say
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“We have worked with Audrey since 2017. She has a great sense of style, is cost conscious, and has the very best sources for contractors and merchandise. We have worked with a few designers over the years and Audrey is at the top of the list.”
Gary Hill · Google review -
“Audrey was great to work with on my project. Her designs made the home look amazing. The attention to detail and her ability to understand exactly what I wanted was remarkable. I look forward to working with her again.”
Brian Kelly · Google review
Areas I Serve
I design kitchens across Sarasota County and north into Bradenton.
- Downtown Sarasota
- Siesta Key
- Longboat Key
- Lido Key
- Bird Key
- Casey Key
- St. Armands Key
- Lakewood Ranch
- Osprey
- Venice
- Nokomis
- Manasota Key
- Bradenton
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Sarasota, FL?
Most Sarasota kitchen remodels cost $30,000 to $75,000. A cosmetic refresh starts near $15,000. A high-end remodel with layout changes can pass $200,000. Coastal labor and materials cost more here than the national average.
Does Audrey Design SRQ handle construction, or only design?
Design. I plan the layout, materials, and cabinetry. Licensed contractors I trust handle construction, plumbing, and electrical. You keep one point of contact the whole way.
How long does a kitchen remodel take in Sarasota?
Design and material selection come first, before any demolition.
[CLIENT TO SUPPLY: typical design-phase weeks and construction weeks for a Sarasota kitchen]Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel in Sarasota?
Yes, for most structural, plumbing, and electrical work. Sarasota County issues the permits.
What kitchen materials hold up best in Florida humidity?
Quartz countertops hold up best. They're non-porous and need no sealing. Granite and quartzite work well when sealed. Porcelain tile and luxury vinyl plank floors handle moisture better than hardwood.
Related Reading and Services
- Kitchen remodeling costs in Sarasota — the full 2026 price breakdown.
- Kitchen remodel ideas for Sarasota homes — 2026 design trends.
- Kitchen remodeling on Siesta Key — salt air and beachfront design.
- Kitchen island design ideas — sizing and seating for entertaining.
- Whole-home remodeling in Sarasota — when the kitchen is one part of a bigger project.
- Bathroom remodeling in Sarasota — the project most often paired with a kitchen.
- Design portfolio — completed Sarasota County projects.
Let's Talk About Your Kitchen
Free consultation. No sales pitch. Just a real conversation about your vision for your Sarasota home.
941-321-9474