Service planning
Custom Cabinetry in Melbourne
Custom cabinetry is planned around the room, the way it will be used and the technical constraints that affect the finished installation. Every project begins with understanding your space, your storage requirements and the materials that will define the finished result.
Why Choose Custom Cabinetry Over Off-the-Shelf?
Mass-produced cabinetry is designed to fit standard dimensions. Melbourne homes — particularly Victorian terraces, Edwardian weatherboards and architect-designed residences — rarely have standard dimensions. Custom cabinetry is measured, designed and built specifically for your space, ensuring every millimetre is used effectively.
Materials We Work With
Melbourne Craft works exclusively with premium materials selected for durability, aesthetics and environmental responsibility:
- American White Oak Veneer — 0.6mm select veneer on 18mm HMR MDF core. FSC certified from sustainable Appalachian forests. Features a beautiful cathedral grain profile ideal for kitchen doors and drawer fronts.
- Crown-Cut Black Walnut — 0.8mm crown-cut veneer, book-matched for grain symmetry. The pinnacle of luxury joinery, ideal for custom study cabinets, credenzas and master kitchen islands.
- Fenix NTM Soft-Touch Matte — Italian nanotechnology surface. Fingerprint resistant, anti-reflective and self-healing from micro-scratches. Perfect for modern, high-traffic kitchens.
- High-Gloss Arctic Acrylic — German-engineered mirror-finish panels with 6H scratch resistance. Ideal for butler's pantries and contemporary bathroom vanities.
- Recycled Messmate Timber — Native Victorian hardwood reclaimed from historical structures. Wire-brushed with rich gum veins for authentic character.
Hardware & Mechanisms
We exclusively use Blum soft-close hinges and drawer systems — the global benchmark for cabinet hardware. Optional upgrades include Blum Servo-Drive electric opening mechanisms and Blum SPACE TOWER pantry pull-out systems.
Custom Cabinetry Cost Guide — Melbourne 2026
Kitchen cabinetry in Melbourne typically ranges from $900 to $1,600 per linear metre, depending on the material, hardware and complexity of the design. Key factors that influence cost:
- Material selection (veneer vs laminate vs solid timber)
- Hardware grade (soft-close standard vs motorised Servo-Drive)
- Benchtop integration (stone, timber, Dekton)
- Internal accessories (cutlery inserts, spice racks, pull-out bins)
- Installation complexity (heritage homes often require additional preparation)
Our Custom Cabinetry Process
- Initial Consultation — We visit your home to measure the space, discuss your requirements and understand how you use the room.
- Design & Material Selection — CAD drawings are prepared with material samples. You approve the design before any fabrication begins.
- Fabrication — Cabinetry is built in our Melbourne workshop using CNC precision cutting for exact tolerances.
- Installation — Our installation team fits the cabinetry with careful attention to alignment, reveals and hardware adjustment.
- Final Inspection — A quality inspection covers all doors, drawers, hinges and surfaces before handover.
What to consider
- Room measurements, access points and existing services
- Storage needs, appliance information and working clearances
- Material, hardware and finish selections that can be documented in the scope
Preparing an enquiry
- Collect reference images and a simple list of storage requirements.
- Record appliance models and room dimensions where they are already known.
- Use the project enquiry form to describe the intended room and priorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Continue planning
Review the broader service overview, recent project examples and planning guides before sending an enquiry.