Kitchen Remodeling in Sarasota, FL
A full kitchen remodel in Sarasota typically runs $40,000 to $150,000, and the design decisions made before a single cabinet is ordered are what keep a project inside that range instead of over it. I'm Audrey Arthur, and I've been designing kitchens in this market for 24 years — not as a remodeling company, but as the same designer working directly with you and your contractor from the first sketch to 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.
- Typical investment
- $40,000 – $150,000
- Construction timeline
- 3 – 6 weeks
- Free consultation
- Always available
One Designer, Not a Rotating Crew
I'm not a remodeling company. I'm a designer. I plan the layout, choose every material — including the custom cabinetry that drives most of the budget — and stay involved through the entire build — but the demolition, plumbing, and electrical work goes to licensed contractors I've worked with for years, not an in-house crew. You deal with one person the whole way through. That person also happens to be checking the tile setter's work against the actual design, not just texting to ask how it's going.
What a Kitchen Remodel Actually Costs in Sarasota
$40,000 to $150,000 covers most full remodels here — I checked that against five other sources, not just my own numbers — national cost benchmarks like the Cost vs. Value Report run lower, which is exactly why a coastal Sarasota figure matters more here. Cabinetry eats the biggest share of almost every budget I write. It's also the one place where rushing the decision costs the most later.
| Scope | Typical range | What changes |
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| Cosmetic refresh | $40,000 – $60,000 | Existing footprint, new cabinet fronts or semi-custom cabinetry, updated countertops and fixtures |
| Mid-range remodel | $60,000 – $100,000 | Custom cabinetry, premium countertop material, layout adjustments within the existing footprint |
| Full renovation | $100,000 – $150,000+ | Layout changes, structural work, full custom cabinetry, premium finishes throughout |
Sarasota's coastal market runs above national averages for both labor and materials — a factor every homeowner here should budget for, not a markup unique to any one firm.
How I Work
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Consultation
We walk your kitchen together. I ask about how you actually cook and gather, not just what looks good in a photo, and we talk through a real budget range before any design work starts.
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3D Design
You see your kitchen before it's built — layout, cabinet finishes, countertop materials, lighting — so decisions get made on a real visualization, not a swatch board.
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Detailed Proposal
A written estimate covering materials, labor, and timeline, plus permit handling if your project needs Sarasota County building permits — most structural, plumbing, and electrical work does.
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Coordinated Installation
I stay involved through construction, working alongside the licensed contractors handling demolition, plumbing, electrical, cabinetry, and tile — checking the work against the design, not just checking in.
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Final Walkthrough
Every detail gets checked against the original plan before I call a project finished.
Materials That Hold Up in This Climate
Florida humidity is the real material test, not a showroom photo. Quartz is my default recommendation for Sarasota kitchen countertops — non-porous, no sealing required, and it doesn't stain or etch the way natural stone can in this humidity. Granite and quartzite both work well when properly sealed. For kitchen flooring, porcelain tile and luxury vinyl plank hold up to Florida's moisture better than hardwood in most kitchens here.
Real Sarasota Kitchen Projects
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Goldenrod Street, Sarasota
Sarasota, FL
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New Construction on 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. She is cost conscious and has the very best sources for contractors.”
Gary Hill · Google review -
“If you want a tasteful interior design, choose Audrey Arthur at Audrey Design SRQ. You will enjoy the experience of working with a pro!”
Melanie Albert · Google review -
“Audrey was great to work with on my project. Her designs made the home look amazing. I look forward to working with her again.”
Brian Kelly · Google review
Areas We Serve
Audrey Design SRQ designs kitchen remodels throughout Sarasota County, including Downtown Sarasota, Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Lido Key, Bird Key, Casey Key, St. Armands Key, Lakewood Ranch, Osprey, Venice, Nokomis, Manasota Key, and Bradenton.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Sarasota, FL?
Most full kitchen remodels in Sarasota run $40,000 to $150,000. A cosmetic refresh with semi-custom cabinetry lands toward the lower end; a full renovation with layout changes and custom cabinetry throughout lands toward the higher end. Sarasota's coastal market runs above national averages for both labor and materials.
Does Audrey Design SRQ handle the construction, or just the design?
Design — the layout, materials, cabinetry, the whole plan. For construction, plumbing, and electrical, I bring in licensed contractors I already know and trust. One point of contact for you, the whole way through.
How long does a kitchen remodel take in Sarasota?
Construction typically takes 3 to 6 weeks once work begins, depending on scope and material availability. Design and material selection usually adds several weeks before construction starts.
Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel in Sarasota?
Most structural, plumbing, and electrical work requires a permit from Sarasota County. I handle the permit process as part of every project.
What kitchen materials hold up best in Florida's humidity?
Quartz countertops are non-porous and require no sealing, which makes them the most humidity-resistant option for Sarasota kitchens. Granite and quartzite perform well when properly sealed. Porcelain tile and luxury vinyl plank flooring both handle moisture better than hardwood in most kitchen settings.
Related Reading and Services
- Whole-home remodeling in Sarasota — if the kitchen is one part of a larger renovation.
- Bathroom remodeling in Sarasota — the most common project paired with a kitchen remodel.
- Design portfolio — completed Sarasota County projects.
- About Audrey Arthur — background, credentials and design approach.
Let's Talk About Your Kitchen
Free consultation — a real conversation about your kitchen and what's possible, not a sales pitch.