Malibu, CA · Coast, Canyons and Rebuilds

Kitchen Remodeling in Malibu, CA

Kitchens for Malibu’s beach houses, canyon homes and rebuilds, with the permitting agency confirmed for your parcel and an itemized estimate before any work starts.

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Remodeling Along the Coast

A Malibu Kitchen Starts With the Parcel

Malibu stretches along the coast below the Santa Monica Mountains. Homes came late here: Malibu Colony was among the first areas developed after the Rindge land opened in 1926, and the city did not incorporate until 1991. Of its roughly 6,400 homes, about six in ten are detached houses, about one in seven is a manufactured home, and the 1970s were the busiest building decade.

That variety matters more than the ocean view. A wood-sided 1970s house, a glass modern home, a canyon ranch and a mobile-home-park unit each need a different kitchen, and sometimes a different permitting agency.

Many households are also rebuilding after the Woolsey Fire in 2018 or the Palisades Fire in January 2025, while others are remodeling a house that came through untouched.

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Before the Build

Septic, Salt Air and a Clean Site

Some of the most important decisions on a Malibu remodel happen outside the cabinets themselves.

Sewer or septic. Not every Malibu property is on septic, but some are. A garbage disposal adds solids to the tank and a second sink or dishwasher adds water flow, so we confirm the system before designing the plumbing and choose a septic-suitable disposal or skip it.
Ventilation in damp air. Homes near the beach live with damp, salty air. The hood is ducted outdoors, so cooking moisture leaves the house instead of settling on cabinets and hardware.
Debris diversion. Covered projects must divert at least 65 percent of construction and demolition debris and document it. We sort metal, wood, cardboard, drywall and concrete and use haulers that certify recycling, so the paperwork is ready at final inspection.

Kitchen Services

Kitchen Remodeling Services in Malibu

Individual upgrades or a complete kitchen, designed for the house and site and carried through every required sign-off.

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Jurisdiction checkCity or County

Debris plan65% diversion documented

Free estimateReply in 24 hours

Pick a Kitchen Service

Tap a card for Malibu notes, what we confirm and the local price.

Cabinet Installation

Moisture-resistant boxes and hardware chosen for salt air.

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Granite countertop with an undermount sink

Countertops

Slabs sized for the delivery route and the home’s style.

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Warm traditional kitchen with a tiled wall behind the counters

Backsplash

Larger tile or slab splashes with fewer joints to keep clean.

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Kitchen Flooring

Textured porcelain that handles sand tracked in from the deck.

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Pendant lights hanging above a kitchen island

Kitchen Lighting

Layered light on separate controls, with backup circuits if you want them.

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Appliance Installation

Gas or induction, chosen with wind-season outages in mind.

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Island or Peninsula

Islands placed around the view, with power and seating planned in.

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Compact condo kitchen with built-in appliances

Small Kitchen Remodeling

Manufactured-home and compact kitchens with right-sized appliances.

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Open-plan kitchen layout with granite surfaces

Layout Changes

Layout changes reviewed for Planning, structure and exterior walls.

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Completed modern white Shaker kitchen remodel

Full Kitchen Remodel

What a typical Malibu kitchen costs, with access listed separately.

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City of Malibu or LA County

Permits for a Kitchen Remodel in Malibu

The 90265 ZIP code predates the city and also covers unincorporated canyons. Parcels inside city limits go through the City of Malibu, where the Planning Division green-stamps the plans or confirms an exemption before Building Safety plan check, permits and inspections on the City’s Development Portal. Canyon parcels outside the city go to LA County Building & Safety. We check the parcel first.

Work	Usually needs	What to know
Interior kitchen inside city limits	Planning green stamp or exemption, then Building Safety	Interior work often raises fewer planning questions; the City decides.
Added sink or dishwasher on septic	Building permit, possible health department review	Added fixtures can bring the health department in.
New window, door or roof vent	Building permit; fire-zone standards may apply	Much hillside and canyon terrain may fall in state fire hazard severity zones, where exterior openings must meet ignition-resistant standards. Exterior changes or additions may also involve coastal review, which the City determines.
Canyon parcel outside city limits	LA County Building & Safety	A Malibu mailing address does not settle the agency.
Home in a mobile home park	Generally state HCD, plus park rules	Not usually the City.

LA County Fire, Water District 29 or the health department may need to sign off, depending on the work.
Outside-agency reviews can add time, so we identify them before scheduling.

Service Details

Malibu Kitchen Services in Detail

What each service includes, what Malibu sites change about it, and the typical local price.

Built for coastal air

Cabinet Installation in Malibu, CA

Close to the beach, cabinets face damp, salty air every day.

Near the sink and dishwasher we build with moisture-resistant boxes, and hinges, slides and pulls get finishes that stand up to corrosion. Door style follows the architecture of the house.

For Malibu homes

In canyon homes, where it is often drier and hotter in summer, the concern shifts from moisture to heat and dust, which changes the finish we recommend.

Confirmed before ordering

Choose moisture-resistant boxes
Pick corrosion-resistant hardware
Match doors to the architecture
Adjust finishes for canyon heat

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How much do new cabinets cost in Malibu?

Semi-custom cabinetry in Malibu costs

$310–$680 per linear foot, installed.

Finish, door profile and interior fittings determine where a job lands.

Slabs that can reach the site

Countertop Installation in Malibu, CA

The slab you like has to make it down PCH and up the driveway.

We review the delivery route before choosing the slab size, since long pieces may need a smaller truck or a crane. Thin porcelain or quartz slabs suit modern homes; granite and honed stone suit more traditional ones.

For Malibu homes

Before templating, we check that a full-length slab can make the turns of the driveway, stairs or side yard into the house. If it can’t, the seam goes where it is least visible.

Confirmed before ordering

Walk the delivery route
Decide seam locations early
Match the stone to the house
Template after cabinets are set

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What do granite countertops cost in Malibu?

Mid-grade granite counters in Malibu are

$49–$80 per square foot.

Edge details, slab size and access conditions affect the final figure.

Damp-proof finishes

Backsplash Installation in Malibu, CA

Coastal humidity tests grout, adhesive and wall finishes.

We set backsplash tile or slab over a water-resistant backer, use grout suited to damp conditions and seal natural stone where it needs it.

For Malibu homes

In a beach house, larger-format tile or a slab splash means fewer grout lines to keep clean in damp air.

Confirmed before ordering

Use a water-resistant backer
Pick damp-tolerant grout
Seal natural stone
Choose tile size for fewer joints

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What does a backsplash cost in Malibu?

A Malibu backsplash typically adds

$17–$57 per square foot.

Tile size, pattern and full-height slab sections change the cost.

Sand, dust and subfloors

Kitchen Flooring in Malibu, CA

Beach houses track in sand; canyon homes deal with dust and heat.

Porcelain or ceramic tile handles both well. We prepare the subfloor first, whether that means a level slab, a stiffened wood floor in a raised house, or reinforcement in a manufactured home.

For Malibu homes

Sliding doors to a deck or the sand bring grit straight into many Malibu kitchens, so we favor textured porcelain over polished stone.

Confirmed before ordering

Choose tile for sand or dust
Prepare or stiffen the subfloor
Pick a textured finish
Plan transitions to other rooms

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How much is tile flooring in a Malibu kitchen?

Porcelain or ceramic kitchen tile in Malibu costs

$8–$11 per square foot.

Subfloor work and larger areas raise the total.

Light that works in an outage

Kitchen Lighting in Malibu, CA

Good kitchen light has to work on an ordinary evening and during a wind-season outage.

We layer recessed, under-cabinet and pendant lighting on separate controls. If you have or plan a generator or battery, we put the refrigerator, a few kitchen outlets and some lights on the backed-up circuits.

For Malibu homes

Malibu’s 90265 ZIP is in Energy Commission climate zone 6. Lighting, insulation and any new windows are designed to that zone, with coastal fog and canyon heat both in mind.

Confirmed before ordering

Separate lighting zones
Choose backup-powered circuits
Design to climate zone 6
Use efficient LED fixtures

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Kitchen pendant and recessed lighting remodel

What does kitchen lighting cost in Malibu?

Kitchen lighting in Malibu typically costs

$960–$3,750 for labor on a standard kitchen.

Fixture count, ceiling access and backup circuits move the figure.

Gas, induction and septic

Appliance Installation in Malibu, CA

The cooktop decision in Malibu is partly about cooking and partly about power.

We size circuits and gas to the appliance list, duct the hood outdoors and fit each unit to its opening before delivery.

For Malibu homes

Canyon and hillside areas can lose power during high-wind events, sometimes for a day or more. A gas cooktop can usually be lit by hand during an outage, while induction needs electricity, so we weigh that tradeoff with you.

Confirmed before ordering

Weigh gas against induction
Size circuits and gas
Duct the hood outdoors
Fit units before delivery

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What does appliance installation cost in Malibu?

Installing appliances in Malibu costs

$530–$2,650 per kitchen, labor only.

Gas runs, new circuits and integrated panels raise the labor.

Facing the view

Kitchen Island or Peninsula in Malibu, CA

In many Malibu homes, the island is placed so the cook faces the ocean or the hillside.

We plan clearances, seating and outlets around that orientation, and decide early whether a sink or cooktop goes in the island, since that adds plumbing or venting.

For Malibu homes

On a lot with an ocean or hillside view, a dry island with seating facing out is often more useful than one with a sink, and it keeps the plumbing simpler.

Confirmed before ordering

Orient the island to the view
Decide on a sink or dry island
Plan outlets and seating
Keep clear walkways

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Butcher block kitchen island prep surface

What does a kitchen island cost in Malibu?

A Malibu kitchen island usually runs

$4,800–$19,000 with cabinetry and countertop.

Plumbing, power and the countertop material move it within the range.

Manufactured and compact homes

Small Kitchen Remodeling in Malibu, CA

Manufactured homes and other compact kitchens are a real part of our Malibu work.

We size appliances to the space, check floor support before stone counters, and use every inch of wall for storage.

For Malibu homes

Park rules usually apply on top of state permitting and can cover work hours and contractor access, so we read them before scheduling.

Confirmed before ordering

Confirm HCD and park rules
Check floor support
Right-size the appliances
Plan wall storage

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How much does a manufactured-home kitchen cost in Malibu?

A small or manufactured-home kitchen in Malibu is

$28,436–$37,382 for the complete remodel.

That covers a full rebuild of the room, which is why it can start above the simplest refresh of a larger kitchen.

Layout Planning

Layout Changes in Malibu Homes

Malibu has 1970s wood-sided houses, modern glass homes, ranch houses and manufactured homes, and we start with the house you have rather than a beach-house template. Moving walls or plumbing also affects structure and review, so we sort that out before you commit to a plan.

Wood-sided 1970s houses: warm wood cabinetry and simple lines.
Modern glass homes: flat-panel doors and thin slab counters that keep sightlines clean.
Ranch houses: a long, single-level run that opens toward the patio.
Manufactured homes: compact plans that keep the plumbing wall where it is.
Interior-only changes: usually the simplest path through review.

Cost Guide

Malibu Kitchen Remodel Cost

A full Malibu kitchen remodel with layout changes generally runs $90,000–$170,000, with site access and agency items listed separately.

What does a full kitchen remodel cost in Malibu?

Plan on $90,000–$170,000 for a full remodel with layout changes. Delivery logistics, debris documentation and any outside-agency requirements appear as separate lines in our estimate, so you can see what the site adds.

Typical Malibu full remodel$90,000–$170,000Installed project total

Malibu kitchen price ranges

Lowest scope first:

Refresh within the current layout

Counters, backsplash, lighting and appliances on existing cabinets.

$26,500–$48,000

Small or manufactured-home kitchen

A complete rebuild of a compact kitchen, so it can start above the simplest refresh.

$28,436–$37,382

Mid-range remodel

New cabinets and surfaces, with plumbing mostly in place.

$48,000–$90,000

Full remodel with layout changes

Walls, plumbing or the island moved.

$90,000–$170,000

Custom or structural

Custom cabinetry, premium appliances or structural work.

$159,000–$265,500

The per-item prices are not meant to be added up. In a complete remodel, demolition, rough-in and coordination are shared, so the total is lower than separate projects.

On some sites, cabinets are carried in by hand from the nearest place a truck can stop. That labor is listed on its own, not hidden in the cabinet price.

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Process

How a Malibu Kitchen Project Runs

Step 1

Parcel check

We confirm City or County jurisdiction and look at the site, the system the house is on and the delivery route.

Step 2

Design visit

Measurements and a 3D layout matched to the house.

Step 3

Approvals

We file with the governing agency and coordinate any outside sign-offs.

Step 4

Build

Demolition with sorted debris, rough-in, cabinets, stone and finishes.

Step 5

Close-out

Inspections, diversion documentation and the final walkthrough.

Service Area

Kitchen Remodeling Across Malibu

From beach houses along the coast to hillside and canyon homes and mobile home parks, we plan kitchens across Malibu.

Neighboring communities we serve:

Westlake Village Agoura Hills Calabasas Topanga Hidden Hills Santa Monica All service areas

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

Malibu Kitchen Remodel FAQ

What does a Malibu kitchen remodel cost? +

A refresh within the current layout starts around $26,500, a mid-range remodel is $48,000–$90,000, and a full remodel with layout changes is $90,000–$170,000.

How long does a Malibu kitchen project take? +

Planning review or an exemption comes first, then Building Safety plan check, and outside agencies can add time. Construction usually takes six to ten weeks, depending on access and scope.

Can you handle the kitchen in a fire rebuild? +

Yes. For households rebuilding after a fire, we can work alongside your architect or general contractor on the kitchen package, from cabinetry and counters to appliance coordination. Rebuild requirements can differ from ordinary remodels, so we follow the City's current guidance.

Can the kitchen be designed while Planning is still reviewing the project? +

Yes. Design and pricing can move ahead during review; we simply hold cabinet and stone orders until approvals are in.

How fast will I hear back? +

Within 24 hours, Mon–Sat. The estimate is free.

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