Century City, CA · High-rise condos

Kitchen Remodeling in Century City, CA

Century City kitchens are mostly in high-rise condos. We work within building rules, elevator bookings and association approvals to deliver a clean, quiet remodel.

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About Century City Homes

The Homes Behind Every Century City Kitchen

Century City grew on what had been the backlot of the 20th Century Fox studio. In 1961 the studio sold about 180 acres to developer William Zeckendorf and the Aluminum Company of America, and the district's first building opened in 1963. Today it's mostly an office and shopping center, but it also has a distinct residential side. Of roughly 2,600 homes, six in ten are in buildings of twenty or more units and another quarter in buildings of five to nineteen.

Only about one in nine is a detached house. Construction peaked in the 1980s, with a second large wave in the 1960s, and about two-thirds of households own. Century Towers, recorded by SurveyLA as a 1964 Modern/International design, is one example; the low-rise Century Woods and several townhome communities are others. Each building has its own association and rules.

Design decisions are made before the old kitchen comes out: a measured 3D plan, a finish list and an itemized estimate you sign off on.

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Under the Surface

What Sits Behind the Cabinets

The practical groundwork for a Century City remodel.

Concrete and fixed plumbing. High-rise kitchens sit on concrete floors, and the drain and vent pipes run in vertical stacks shared with units above and below. That means the sink usually has to stay close to its current position. Moving it a few feet may be possible by sloping a drain along the wall. Moving it across the room usually isn't. Drilling or cutting into the concrete slab can hit post-tensioned cables or rebar, so associations generally require scanning and an engineer's approval before any core drilling.
Sprinklers and soffits. Most high-rise residences have fire sprinklers. If a sprinkler head sits in a soffit or ceiling you want to change, a licensed fire sprinkler contractor must relocate it, and the building's fire system may need to be shut down briefly, which is coordinated with management. We check the ceiling before designing new soffits or lighting.
Water shutoffs and leak protection. In many towers, the water to a kitchen is controlled by valves on a shared riser, so shutting it off may affect neighbors and has to be scheduled with building engineering. We use that shutdown to install new shutoff valves under the sink and behind the refrigerator so future work doesn't need a building-wide shutoff. Small leak sensors under the sink and dishwasher are inexpensive and can alert you on your phone before a drip reaches the unit below.
Climate. ZIP 90067 is in Energy Commission climate zone 9.

Kitchen Services

Services for Century City Kitchens

We take on single services and full remodels, and we sequence the trades so nothing is done twice.

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Open any card to see what is involved and the typical price.

Cabinet Installation

Taller uppers and smarter corners for more storage.

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Granite countertop with an undermount sink

Countertops

New counters with a sink chosen before the cut.

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Warm traditional kitchen with a tiled wall behind the counters

Backsplash

Splash protection that looks deliberate.

Kitchen Flooring

Subfloor checked and leveled before the finish goes down.

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Pendant lights hanging above a kitchen island

Kitchen Lighting

A lighting plan instead of a single fixture.

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Appliance Installation

Install, level and test every appliance.

Island or Peninsula

Island or peninsula, drawn before it is built.

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Compact condo kitchen with built-in appliances

Small Kitchen Remodeling

A complete remodel for a smaller room.

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Open-plan kitchen layout with granite surfaces

Layout Changes

Layout changes drawn in 3D first.

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Completed modern white Shaker kitchen remodel

Full Kitchen Remodel

Start over with a complete kitchen remodel.

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Permit Basics

Getting Your Century City Kitchen Permitted

Century City is a neighborhood within the City of Los Angeles, part of the West Los Angeles Community Plan area, so permits come from the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety. LADBS distinguishes simple work, which can be handled with an express permit, from work that changes structure or the floor plan and requires plan review. Replacing cabinets and counters in place is usually simpler.

Work	Usually needs	What to know
Cosmetic updates only	Rarely permitted work	We still check with LADBS if anything is unclear.
Same-footprint remodel	Usually a combination permit	Plumbing and electrical reconnections count.
More outlets and new light fixtures	Electrical permit	Code requires dedicated appliance circuits.
Gas line changes	Plumbing permit	Required for new or relocated gas appliances.
New beam or wall change	Plan review	Drawings and sometimes calculations.

Moving walls, plumbing or gas lines usually means plan check.

Service Details

Each Kitchen Service, Explained

Our process for each service, with local notes and pricing.

Storage that fits

Cabinet Installation in Century City, CA

Storage should follow what you cook and keep, not a catalog.

Storage is sorted into zones and each zone gets the cabinet type that suits it. Installation is level and tight, with fillers scribed to uneven walls.

Here in Century City

Some units have galley kitchens. Ideas that help include full-height cabinets to the ceiling, a slim pull-out pantry, integrated appliances that blend into the cabinetry, a 24-inch dishwasher and under-cabinet lighting. Removing a wall to the living room is sometimes possible, though concrete shear walls in towers can't be moved; we confirm with the building's drawings first.

Planned from day one

Choose a finish that lasts
Plan drawers before doors
Size the pantry pull-out
Decide on crown and fillers

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How much do new cabinets cost in Century City?

Plan on

$400–$800 per installed linear foot.

Simple slab or Shaker doors keep it toward the low end.

Tops that last

Countertop Installation in Century City, CA

Prep space on both sides of the sink is worth more than a fancy edge.

We bring samples so you can compare quartz, granite and porcelain side by side. We seal natural stone where it needs it and explain care. For an island with a long waterfall edge, we check access before you fall in love with a single unbroken piece.

Seen in Century City

A full quartz or stone slab can be more than ten feet long, and many freight elevators are smaller than that. Fabricators measure the elevator cab and the hallway turns before cutting, and they plan seams so each piece can be carried up. A well-placed seam near the sink or cooktop is barely visible.

Planned from day one

Check slab delivery route
Choose edge and thickness
Lay out the slab pattern
Plan the cooktop cut-out

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What does countertop installation cost in Century City?

Mid-grade quartz or granite generally runs

$75–$150 per square foot of counter.

Simple edges and standard colors keep it low.

The backdrop of the kitchen

Backsplash Installation in Century City, CA

A good backsplash looks planned, not pieced together.

Outlet boxes are extended so covers sit flush with the tile. Silicone meets the countertop, not grout, so it stays flexible.

Planned from day one

Lay out outlet cuts
Pick grout color
Set window returns
Dry-lay the pattern

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How much should a backsplash cost here?

A tile backsplash in Century City typically adds

$14–$48 for each square foot of wall.

Simple layouts keep it toward the bottom of the range.

A flat start

Kitchen Flooring in Century City, CA

Transitions matter as much as the floor itself.

We match the floor height to the adjoining rooms. Baseboards and toe kicks are fitted to the finished floor.

On Century City jobs

Associations often require sound-reducing underlayment beneath hard floors to protect the unit below, sometimes with a specific rating. We confirm the rule and choose an underlayment that meets it. Tile or engineered wood over a proper underlayment can be both quiet and durable.

Planned from day one

Repair soft spots
Pick a wet-safe surface
Confirm appliance clearance
Decide on under-cabinet runs

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How much is floor installation in Century City?

Plan on

$7–$10 per square foot, with prep.

Pattern and tile size change the labor.

No more shadows

Kitchen Lighting in Century City, CA

Under-cabinet light is the single best upgrade for prep.

Fixtures are efficient LEDs, with dimmers where they help. We check that the panel can carry any new load.

In Century City

In towers, lighting and any new windows must meet that zone's requirements, and the building's central systems often handle heating and cooling.

Planned from day one

Check panel capacity
Space recessed lights
Add accent lighting
Map lighting zones

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Kitchen pendant and recessed lighting remodel

How much is recessed and under-cabinet lighting in Century City?

Expect lighting labor to cost

$940–$3,650 for the kitchen, fixtures extra.

The number of switches and zones matters most.

Appliance planning

Appliance Installation in Century City, CA

Choose appliances early; they drive the cabinet plan.

We review spec sheets with you before ordering. Panel-ready units get their fronts aligned with the cabinets. If an exhaust duct already exists, we size the hood to its capacity.

Century City homes

Many tower units weren't built with a duct to the outside. If the building doesn't allow a new exterior penetration, a recirculating hood with charcoal filters is the usual option. It removes grease and some odors but not heat or moisture, so we pair it with a good bath fan or window ventilation.

Planned from day one

Size dedicated circuits
Check panel capacity
Choose gas or induction
Time the delivery

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What do installers charge in Century City?

A full Century City appliance install usually comes to

$520–$2,600 for the kitchen, labor only.

The appliances themselves are separate.

The right fit

Kitchen Island or Peninsula in Century City, CA

A well-sized island becomes the busiest spot in the house.

The island is drawn in 3D so you can walk around it on screen. Pendants are centered on the finished top.

Planned from day one

Choose island or peninsula
Center the pendants
Size for stools
Leave walkway room

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Butcher block kitchen island prep surface

How much is a new island in Century City?

A finished island generally runs

$4,700–$19,000 including cabinets and countertop.

A sink and seating push it toward the top.

Big function, small footprint

Small Kitchen Remodeling in Century City, CA

In a compact kitchen, the plan matters more than the finishes.

Pull-out pantries fit in gaps as narrow as nine inches. Every corner gets hardware that makes it usable. Boards and managers review at their own pace, so we start that process as soon as the design is settled. Working on the twentieth floor is different from working in a house. Freight elevators have to be reserved, often in blocks, and protected with pads.

What differs in Century City

In a condo, the association typically must approve your kitchen plans before work begins. Expect to submit drawings, the contractor's license and insurance, a certificate of insurance naming the association, and a schedule. Some buildings require a deposit for potential damage to common areas.

Planned from day one

Choose compact appliances
Use every corner
Size the sink
Check aisle width

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How much should I plan for a small Century City kitchen?

A small kitchen remodel in Century City typically lands between

$34,000–$45,000 installed, start to finish.

Moving plumbing or custom cabinetry raises it.

Layout Planning

Shaping the Room, Then Styling It

Good kitchens start with traffic paths and work zones, then the style follows the house.

Tower logistics: Work hours are usually narrower than the City allows, often weekdays only, and noisy tasks like demolition or tile cutting may be restricted to certain hours. Parking for the crew may be off-site. We build all of that into the schedule and price, so there are no surprises midway.
Electrical in a condo unit: We do a load calculation during design so the appliance choices match what the unit can support.
Small rooms: lighter uppers and a darker base cabinet color keep the space bright.

Cost Guide

Century City Kitchen Remodel Prices

Budget $81,000–$152,000 for a full Century City remodel; lighter scopes cost far less.

How much is a complete kitchen remodel in Century City?

Moving work centers, adding an island and replacing all finishes typically brings a project to $81,000–$152,000.

Typical full remodel here$81,000–$152,000Total, installed

Scope and cost

Ordered by starting price:

Counters, backsplash and fixtures

New tops, tile and light without moving anything.

$24,000–$43,000

Galley or compact condo kitchen

A complete remodel of a smaller room. Full replacement explains why it can sit above a same-layout refresh.

$34,000–$45,000

New cabinets, same layout

A full finish replacement without layout changes.

$43,000–$81,000

Full remodel within the unit

Gutting the room and rebuilding it to a new plan.

$81,000–$152,000

Luxury finishes or major changes

Custom design, luxury finishes or engineering.

$142,500–$237,500

Separate jobs cost more than one project. Bundling the work shares labor, permits and management.

A compact condo kitchen can top the low end of a mid-level remodel because every surface, appliance and fixture in it is replaced, not just the cabinets and counters. High-rise logistics, association requirements and limited plumbing flexibility affect costs here. Many projects fall in the full-remodel or luxury bands.

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Process

How the Work Moves Forward

Step 1

Meet on site

A visit to measure the space and look behind the cabinets.

Step 2

Design review

Walk through the 3D model and finalize the plan.

Step 3

Estimate and approval

You approve the itemized price; we handle the permit.

Step 4

Building it

Rough work, inspections, then cabinets and surfaces.

Step 5

Sign-off

Final inspection and a room-by-room check with you.

Service Area

Kitchen Remodels Around Century City

Our team works throughout Century City and the surrounding area.

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Project Gallery

Kitchen Ideas From Our Project Gallery

Bright contemporary kitchen remodel inspiration

Efficient Layout

Bright cabinets, continuous prep, and clear aisles

Cabinet Refresh

Shaker cabinets, soft-close hardware, and taller pantry storage

Peninsula Prep

Butcher-block prep edge when a full island would crowd circulation

Countertop Focus

Quartz perimeter planned for continuous prep

Lighting Layers

Recessed ambient plus under-cabinet task lighting

Flooring Transitions

Durable flooring detailed into adjoining rooms

Appliance Fit

Measured openings before ordering ranges and refrigeration

Warm Traditional

Classic door styles selected by homeowner preference

Reviews

What Homeowners Say About Our Kitchen Team

200+ reviews from homeowners across Los Angeles County.

★★★★★

"They measured carefully, showed a 3D layout, and did not push an island our aisle could not support. Cabinets and quartz look sharp, and the job site stayed clean."

Maria G., Los Angeles, CA

★★★★★

"Storage was the problem, tall pantry and drawer bases fixed it. Lighting under the cabinets made the counters actually usable at night."

Daniel & Rosa L., Los Angeles, CA

★★★★★

"Permits and inspections were handled without us chasing paperwork. One team for cabinets, counters, and appliances."

Hector P., Huntington Park, CA

★★★★★

"Peninsula instead of a forced island, exactly what our floor plan needed. Soft-close everywhere and a clear itemized quote."

Ana R., Cudahy, CA

★★★★★

"They coordinated the range hood vent correctly and explained electrical upgrades before work started. Professional from consult to walkthrough."

Luis M., Bell, CA

★★★★★

"Transparent pricing and a project manager who answered texts. The finished Shaker kitchen feels like our house, just updated."

Patricia S., Commerce, CA

FAQs

Century City Kitchen Remodeling FAQ

How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Century City? +

A refresh starts around $24,000, a same-layout remodel with new cabinets runs $43,000–$81,000, and a full remodel with layout changes is $81,000–$152,000.

Can I move my sink in a high-rise? +

Usually only a short distance, because drains run in shared vertical stacks.

Can I vent a hood outside? +

Only if a duct exists or the building approves a new one. Otherwise, a recirculating hood is used.

Can you drill into the concrete floor? +

Generally only after scanning and with the association's approval, often requiring an engineer.

How long until the kitchen is finished? +

Association review can take weeks. LADBS express permits are quick; plan check takes longer. Construction usually runs six to ten weeks, depending on elevator access and work-hour limits.

Do you remove the old kitchen? +

Yes. Demolition and haul-away are part of the scope, and the site is cleaned daily.

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3D layout before demolition
Permits filed with LADBS
Permit drawings prepared in-house

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