Kitchen planning service
With IKEA kitchen planning service, we’re ready to help make your dream a reality. We know it’s not always simple and there’s a lot to consider. Whether you want us do it all for you or just check the plan you made, we’re here.
Through our IKEA Kitchen planning services, you meet with a Kitchen Specialist (instore or online) to create your dream kitchen. You'll receive a 3D design, product list, a kitchen quotation and estimates for additional services that can make life even easier.
Kitchen planning service options
In-store planning appointment
Free one-on-one appointments available in all our UK stores.
Create your dream kitchen with an IKEA Kitchen Specialist at your local IKEA store.
Your appointment will last up to two hours.
When you are ready we can place your order, arrange delivery and discuss finance options with you.
Online planning appointment
Free virtual planning assistance from the comfort of your home.
Create your dream kitchen with an IKEA Kitchen Specialist via an easy, online meeting programme. Through this screen sharing tool, your planner will plan your new IKEA kitchen in front of your eyes.
This appointment can last up to two hours, plus a further 30-minute follow-up session can be made for minor revisions if needed.
When you are ready we can place your order, arrange delivery and discuss finance options with you.
In-Home planning appointment
Measuring and planning in the comfort of your home
Create your dream kitchen with an IKEA Kitchen Specialist in your home. Read more about what's included.
Your appointment will last up to two hours.
See full Terms and conditions here
This service is currently only available in selected postcodes in Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester and Warrington.
How IKEA kitchen planning service works
Before a kitchen planning meeting
- Get inspired and informed. Browse our kitchen inspiration, explore our kitchen styles/products and list your kitchen dreams and frustrations.
- Measure your kitchen space and document required specifications. It’s critical this step is done correctly at the start to avoid costly surprises later. Learn about our kitchen measuring service.
- Book an appointment. Use the links above to arrange a one-on-one planning appointment, either in one of our stores or online.
During and after a kitchen planning meeting
- Bring your kitchen measurements, specifications, meeting checklist, dream/frustration lists and favourite inspirational ideas to your planning meeting.
- You'll receive a 3D design, product list, a kitchen quotation and estimates for additional services that can make life even easier (like delivery and installation).
Use the IKEA kitchen planner to design on your own
Approach IKEA kitchen planning like making a new recipe. Getting an overview first is extremely useful, so you don’t skip a step or miss an ingredient. Watch our “How to Plan Your IKEA Kitchen” film. Learn more below about our tools and resources to help along the way. And remember, you can always book a free kitchen planning appointment or pay for additional services like measuring.
Kitchen planners
Remote or in-store. Design your new kitchen from the comfort of your home with our online IKEA kitchen planner. Consult our Kitchen Brochure for sample kitchens, select products and smart tips. Refer to our buying guides for in-depth information about appliances, product families and such. Or drop into a store to use the same kitchen planner and see products in person.
If you'd like to discuss installation options, you will require a planning appointment.
Book an appointment to discuss installation.
Frequently asked questions
Prior to your appointment, you will need to:
- Measure your space - Please measure your space beforehand to ensure that the plans for your kitchen are as accurate as possible.
- Choose your products – Start browsing our kitchen products now to get a better understanding of what you want. Knowing this before the planning session will make it more productive.
Of course. If you have a design done by yourself in the IKEA Kitchen Planner or from a previous planning appointment our Kitchen specialists can use this during your planning appointment.
There will be a number of specialists ready to assist you at each stage of your kitchen journey. For example, you may have a Planning Specialist for your at-home, online, or in-store planning appointment, someone to visit your home to measure, a pre-installation visit, and finally an installation team.
In order for your Kitchen Specialist to plan accurately you will need to have your kitchen measurements prior to the planning appointment. You can take these yourself by following our YouTube video or by booking a measuring appointment, see our measuring service page for more details.
Great that you are ready to purchase your new kitchen. If you require help in placing this order please book another kitchen planning appointment and a Kitchen Specialist will be able to finalise & place this order with you.
No problem. Your kitchen specialist will contact you a day or so before your in-store appointment. Just let them know you would like to switch, and they will convert your booking to a virtual session and explain the next steps.
*We understand that sometimes you need to cancel your appointment. Please try to cancel 24 hours before your time slot, so we can open it for other customers.An experienced, professional Kitchen Specialist will visit you in your home to measure your space and plan your dream kitchen with you. The appointment will last two hours.
All measurements and drawings will be entered into the IKEA Kitchen Planner software and will be saved to your account under your unique user profile.
The kitchen specialist will collect or verify the measurements of your room including:
- Room dimension (height, length, width)
- Dimension and position of windows and doors
- Position of external walls
- Width and height of all windows (including the sill and facings) and their height above the floor
- Position of ceiling obstacles, including sloping
- Position of electric, water and gas connections and other fixtures e.g. Pipes, radiators
- Confirm that all room corners are square
- Confirm that all included walls are plumb
Please note: Walls and ceilings must be finished; and plumbing, gas, and electrical connections must be present at the time of the appointment.
This service is currently only available in selected postcodes in Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester & Warrington.
Delivery
Free small parcel delivery with £60 spend. Other delivery services starting from £5
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