By Bruno Venichand, J. Perry & Sons — Florida CGC1540699
A clubhouse or common-area kitchen renovation for a Florida HOA or condo association runs $25,000–$80,000: it starts near $25,000 and lands between $25,000 and $38,000 for a standard refresh with new cabinets, countertops, backsplash and flooring, and $54,000–$80,000 for a same-layout remodel of a larger kitchen. Cabinets commonly run $15,000–$17,000 and countertops $6,000–$10,000 installed. J. Perry & Sons kitchen renovation handles demolition, casework, stone, tile and floors with our own crews, and coordinates the licensed electrician, plumber and appliance trades on one schedule.
Clubhouse kitchen cost: what an association should budget
| Item | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Cabinets, supplied and installed | $15,000–$17,000 |
| Countertops, quartz or similar, fabricated and installed | $6,000–$10,000 |
| Backsplash, standard field tile | $1,750–$3,000 |
| Kitchen floor, porcelain, demo included | $18–$24 per sq ft |
| Full kitchen, refresh to typical scope | $25,000–$38,000 |
| Larger or heavily reworked kitchen with layout change | $54,000–$80,000 same layout; from $95,000 with layout change |
The $25,000–$38,000 figure is the budget a board should carry for a typical small-to-medium clubhouse or pool-house kitchen. Appliances, the hood system if the space cooks, and electrical or plumbing changes beyond the existing locations are separate lines. Moving a sink, adding circuits or opening walls raises the number and brings in permits.
Who the kitchen serves, and what that means for materials
An association kitchen is not a home kitchen. It hosts board meetings, owner events, holiday parties and caterers, and it gets used in bursts by people who do not own the cabinets. That points to specific choices.
Cabinets. Plywood boxes with durable finishes hold up better than particleboard in a humid room that sits closed with the AC set high for weeks. Toe kicks that tolerate a wet mop matter, and so do soft-close hinges that survive heavy use.
Countertops. Quartz is the common pick for stain resistance and low maintenance. A pass-through or serving counter wants a thicker edge and enough overhang for stools if the room needs them.
Backsplash. Standard field tile is easiest to clean and to repair. A full-height splash behind a prep area keeps spills off the wall.
Flooring. Slip-resistant porcelain is the norm for a floor that gets wet and takes rolling carts. A slab in an older clubhouse is often out of flat, so leveling is priced as its own line before large-format tile goes on.
Free estimate — call (561) 556-7509 or send us your project. Send the room dimensions, photos and any finish standards the board has adopted and we'll reply with a range.
Call (561) 556-7509 or send us your project with photos, the city, approximate dimensions, and material selections.
Approvals, permits and the board process
Common-area work needs a board vote, and many associations also require a bid comparison and a certificate of insurance before they sign. We provide the certificate on request naming the association and the management company. Our article on the certificate of insurance for condo work lists what is typically required.
Permits: swapping cabinets and countertops in the same layout often needs no permit, while moving plumbing or adding circuits does. We pull permits through the city or county building department and list the licensed electrician and plumber on the application. Where a clubhouse has a commercial hood or a fire suppression system, the board may need a separate licensed contractor and a fire inspection, and we build that into the schedule at the start. For approval etiquette inside a community, see our guide to HOA approval for a renovation.
Scheduling around events and residents
Clubhouse kitchens are rarely closed for long without someone noticing. We plan around the association calendar.
- Pick the quiet season. Many South Florida communities have fewer events in late summer, though hurricane season means delivery windows can slip.
- Order long-lead items first. Cabinets and slabs are ordered after field measurement, and countertop fabrication usually takes one to two weeks after the template.
- Phase the room. Demolition and rough trades first, then cabinets, then template and counters, then backsplash and floor, then punch.
- Protect the building. Dust barriers, floor protection in halls and elevator pads in condo buildings.
- Publish dates. The manager posts the closure and reopening dates so owners are not surprised.
A typical refresh runs a few weeks from demolition to reopening once all materials are on site, longer if the layout changes.
What the bid for a clubhouse kitchen should list
- Demolition scope and haul-away, with protection of floors and halls
- Cabinet line, box construction, door style and hardware, with quantities
- Countertop material, edge, overhang and cutouts, with template timing
- Backsplash tile, height and trim
- Flooring material, slip rating if specified, leveling and transitions
- Allowances or exclusions for appliances, hood, electrical, plumbing and permit fees
- Schedule with milestones, closure and reopening dates
- Payment schedule tied to completed phases and a workmanship warranty in writing
A board comparing bids should line these up item by item. A lower number that leaves out leveling, haul-away or the permit usually comes back as a change order. We bid as a subcontractor or directly to the association, with our margin inside the unit prices rather than a separate markup line, so the numbers you compare are the numbers you pay.
Condo common rooms versus unit kitchens
Common-room and pool-house kitchens belong to the association and follow the board's budget. Owner unit kitchens belong to individuals who follow the association's work hours, elevator rules and floor-sound rules. When an association wants to standardize a package for many units, such as a cabinet line, a quartz color and a backsplash, we price one unit and repeat it. Our article on multifamily unit turns and interior renovation shows the same approach on the apartment side.
Clubhouse kitchen renovation by city
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Clubhouse kitchen renovation — FAQ
How much does a clubhouse kitchen renovation cost? Kitchens run $25,000–$80,000: a standard refresh lands between $25,000 and $38,000 and a same-layout remodel of a larger kitchen $54,000–$80,000, with cabinets about $15,000–$17,000 and countertops about $6,000–$10,000 of that.
Does the board need a permit to replace cabinets and countertops? Swaps in the same layout often do not. Moving plumbing, adding circuits or changing walls does, and we pull the permit.
How long will the kitchen be closed? A typical refresh takes a few weeks once materials are on site. Countertop fabrication is usually the longest gap.
Do you coordinate appliances, electrical and plumbing? Yes. Licensed trades handle gas, electrical, plumbing and appliance connections on one schedule under our permit.
How do I get an exact price? Call (561) 556-7509 or email room dimensions and photos to our project form. We confirm a written price after a site visit, normally within 48 hours.
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Call (561) 556-7509 or send us your project with photos, the city, approximate dimensions, and material selections.