Kitchen Remodeling in Boca Raton
Two Kinds of Kitchen Projects in Boca Raton
Kitchen renovations in Boca Raton come in two distinct flavors. The high-rise condo project is bounded by the building: where the plumbing stack rises, where ductwork can go, whether gas is available, and what the association allows. The waterfront single-family project is bounded by the home’s structure, the lot’s permitting requirements, and often the country-club HOA. We handle both, and we set expectations differently for each because the projects run on different schedules, different budgets, and different rules from the start.
Palmhouse Design & Build has been doing this work for 20+ years. We are based at 801 Maplewood Dr, Suite 25, Jupiter, FL 33458. Our Florida General Contractor license is CGC1537109. Consultations are by appointment. Call 561-831-4170 to schedule.
Condo vs. Single-Family: A Side-by-Side
The two project types share a kitchen at the center and almost nothing else. The cost structure differs. The schedule differs. The selections differ. The approvals differ. Knowing which kind of project you have before you sign anything saves real time and real money.
- High-rise condo kitchen renovation: Plumbing-stack location dictates fixture placement - Recirculating ventilation, not ducted, in most condo kitchens (no exterior wall available) - Often induction or electric cooking (gas service availability varies by building) - HOA architectural review required for any plumbing or electrical work - Riser shutoff scheduling coordinated with building management - Construction-hour rules enforced by the association - Selection and finish constraints sometimes limited by HOA design guidelines
- Single-family kitchen renovation (waterfront, gated, country-club): Full layout flexibility within structural constraints - Ducted ventilation through exterior wall or roof - Gas service available where lots are connected to gas mains - City of Boca Raton Building Department permitting - Country-club HOA review on top of City permitting for some communities - Structural review required for load-bearing wall removal - Full materials and finish freedom within community HOA guidelines
High-Rise Condo Kitchen Realities
Recirculating hoods are the default in most condo kitchens. Ducting a vented hood requires an exterior wall, which most condo kitchens do not have. The recirculating hood with high-quality charcoal filtration is the standard solution. We design the cabinetry envelope and the ventilation routing around the specific equipment.
Induction and electric cooking dominate where gas service is not available. The cooking performance is excellent at the high end of the equipment market. The question is matching the appliance package to the electrical capacity of the unit. We confirm the panel capacity before specifying the cooktop. Refrigeration depth often runs shallower than single-family kitchens because the unit’s wall depth is limited. We design the layout around the depth that fits, not the depth the brochure advertises.
Logistics matter as much as design. Elevator-use coordination during cabinet, stone, and appliance delivery. Dumpster placement restrictions enforced by the association. Construction-hour rules that may shut down work at 4 PM or restrict weekend access entirely. Some buildings require a refundable deposit for protective coverings on elevator interiors and lobby floor. These constraints get built into the schedule from kick-off, not surprise the homeowner at week three. The team that has done condo work in this market plans the constraint; the team that has not, learns it expensively.
Single-Family Kitchen Realities
Single-family kitchens in the city’s waterfront and country-club stock run larger in scope than the typical condo. Layout flexibility is significant: walls come down, openings get reconfigured, the kitchen connects directly to family rooms and outdoor living spaces. Ducted ventilation is straightforward where the kitchen has an exterior wall or roof access. Gas service is usually available. Hood CFM can be sized to actual cooking volume rather than the maximum the ducting can absorb. The cooking equipment selection is wider, and warming drawers, dual ovens, and steam ovens fit in the cabinetry envelope without compromise.
The constraint shifts to the country-club HOA. Many gated and country-club communities require architectural review on kitchen work that affects any exterior element (windows, doors, ventilation terminations). The HOA review runs alongside City of Boca Raton permitting on a parallel track, not a sequential one. We coordinate both processes from our office. The homeowner sees one project manager handling both reviews. Structural review through the City applies when load-bearing walls come down. We engage the structural engineer of record during design, not after demolition exposes the load path. Custom cabinetry built for the specific room dimensions matters here in a way it does not in a condo with a constrained envelope. The single-family project is closer to the work we do across the rest of Palm Beach County.
Our Team and Process
Palmhouse Design & Build holds Florida General Contractor license CGC1537109. 20+ years of South Florida construction experience. A kitchen renovation often fits inside a larger scope; we coordinate this work alongside our whole-home renovation work in Boca Raton when the scope warrants it. Read our full design and build process, browse our kitchen design portfolio, meet the Palmhouse team, and learn about Palmhouse Design & Build.
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Kitchen remodeling in Boca Raton, condo and single-family scope. By appointment. Florida General Contractor license CGC1537109. Call 561-831-4170 to schedule a consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you handle kitchen renovations in Boca Raton high-rise condos?
Yes. We renovate kitchens in the local high-rise condo stock, working within the building’s plumbing-stack constraints, coordinating recirculating ventilation, and submitting the architectural-review package required by the association.
Do you also renovate kitchens in Boca Raton single-family and country-club homes?
Yes. We handle kitchen renovations in single-family homes throughout the city, including gated waterfront and country-club communities. These projects go through City of Boca Raton permitting and, for some communities, a country-club HOA review.
Can you install a vented exhaust hood in a condo kitchen?
Usually not. Most high-rise condo kitchens are interior to the unit, with no exterior wall available for ducted exhaust. We design recirculating ventilation with charcoal filtration as the standard solution. We confirm what is possible during the design phase.
Do you work in kitchens that don’t have gas service available?
Yes. Many local condo kitchens don’t have gas service. We design and build kitchens around induction cooktops, electric ovens, and current high-performance electric appliances.
Do you work with seasonal homeowners on kitchen renovations during the off-season?
Yes. Many of our clients are seasonal. We schedule kitchen renovations during the summer months when clients are typically north, coordinate selections by video, and keep a single point of contact throughout. Call 561-831-4170.