At-home Survey for Your Custom Kitchen Design

The best custom kitchen design starts with an analysis of your existing space. Whether you are gutting and rebuilding; are planning new construction; or just want to make a few changes, our designers will need to do an at-home survey.


An at-home survey involves more than just measuring. Of course, measuring your space is part of it, but our top quality design team will also:

• Photograph both the interior and exterior spaces
• Look at sunlight exposure, outside views
• Analyze lighting needs in cooking and dining spaces
• Note the architectural features of the home to identify the most suitable cabinetry styles

Our custom kitchen design experts also take into consideration how, and how much, you use your kitchen. After all, it is a functional room and redesign is one of the biggest investments you will make.

Our designers will want to know:

• Are you a gourmet cook, a serious baker, or enjoy cooking in a particular style? You might want an indoor grill, warming drawer or built-in spice racks.
• Are you a super busy microwave/take-out kind of person, who just wants a better looking kitchen and room to relax and enjoy your meal? Prep space may not be for you. Perhaps an investment in mood lighting, sound system and a very comfortable dining set might be in order.
• Do you have a big family and currently lack storage space for all those bulk items you buy? There are many creative ways to repurpose existing spaces in a way that will please you enormously.

Perhaps you cannot fit every item you want, at least on the scale you want, into one room. Our savvy designer will let you know what features will fit in your space, and where. He or she can help you prioritize and get maximum value for your investment.


Our custom kitchen design specialists are also equally skilled at redesigning bathrooms and other areas of your home. If this is a possibility, discuss it prior to an initial kitchen remodeling consultation.

Performance Kitchens uses a unique six-step process to design kitchens, as well as other rooms that require remodeling. The at-home survey is a vital step to success and prevents costly mistakes.

After your kitchen has been measured, we then move on to on the Concept Meeting for your dream kitchen options. Your designer will present you with several layout choices. Chances are, we are sure you will find one you will fall in love with and your vision will take a big step closer to reality.


Performance Kitchens serves Philadelphia, Manayunk, Gladwynne, Bryn Mawr, Main Line, Villanova, Bala Cynwyd and Media, Pennsylvania; Cherry Hill, Marlton, Mt Laurel and Medford Lakes, New Jersey; and customers around the United States.