Designing Kitchens Around Modern Living
Many Jericho homes were built between the 1950s and 1980s, including colonials, ranches, split-levels, and splanch-style homes common across Long Island. While these homes offer strong structure and desirable neighborhoods, their kitchens were built for a different era, often closed off, limited in storage, and not designed for today's appliances or open-concept living.
Before construction begins, we help homeowners define:
- Is the layout problem functional or cosmetic?
- Does the project involve structural changes such as wall removal, window relocation, or floor plan reconfiguration?
- What finish level fits the home's value and your long-term plans?
- What is a realistic budget, and are there phasing options?
- Have prior renovations left conditions like uneven floors, modified framing, or outdated wiring that need to be addressed first?
This planning process creates a clear scope, realistic budget, and smoother permitting process through the Town of Oyster Bay or the applicable village building department.
Explore Kitchen Remodeling Projects Across Jericho and Long Island
Our portfolio showcases completed kitchen renovations throughout Jericho, Nassau County, and nearby Long Island communities.
Each project reflects a tailored approach to layout design, craftsmanship, material selection, and functionality based on the home’s style, condition, and homeowner goals.
Hear From Homeowners We’ve Worked With
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These reviews reflect the experiences of homeowners who worked with Center Island Contracting throughout the design, planning, and construction process.
PRO New York Remodeler of the Year Awards
Center Island Contracting received three awards at the PRO New York Remodeler of the Year Awards Gala Gold for Residential Kitchen, Platinum for Residential Exterior, and Platinum for Entire House renovation. These reflect evaluated project quality measured against the best remodeling firms in New York State.
Gold
Residential Kitchen
$60,001-$100,000
Platinum
Residential Exterior
$100,001-$200,000
Platinum
Entire House
$750,001-$1,000,000
How Jericho’s Homes Influence Renovation Planning
Jericho's housing stock developed almost entirely through mid-century suburban expansion. The construction era of a home determines what is inside the walls, what permits are required, and what the kitchen remodeling process will involve.
Home Layouts and Structures Common in Jericho
Post-War Ranches and Cape-Styles (1945–1960)
These homes were built around smaller, closed-off kitchens that were never designed for open-plan living. Remodeling them often means reconfiguring the entire layout and updating plumbing and electrical systems.
Split-Levels and Expanded Capes (1960 to 1975)
The multi-level format makes kitchen expansions more complex, and the framing in these homes frequently conceals outdated electrical and plumbing systems that must be resolved before new work begins.
Center Hall Colonials (1975 to 1990)
Many of these homes are now 40 to 50 years old and require full kitchen updates including cabinetry, countertops, appliances, and mechanical upgrades to meet current standards and market expectations.
Custom Construction and Tear-Downs (1990 to Present)
With median home values above $1.3 million, Jericho homeowners consistently expect high-specification finishes, custom cabinetry, and layouts designed around how they live today.
The age and style of a home directly shapes what a kitchen renovation requires, and those variables must be identified and priced during the planning phase before a budget is finalized.
Budget Clarity:
Understanding Kitchen Renovation Pricing
Kitchen remodeling costs are shaped by four factors:
Center Island Contracting reduces cost uncertainty by:
Proudly Serving Jericho and Nearby Communities
Center Island Contracting works throughout Jericho and surrounding communities including;
- Woodbury
- Syosset
- Old Westbury
- Muttontown
- Plainview
- Hicksville
- Oyster Bay.
Many of these communities share similar housing stock and overlapping permitting requirements under the Town of Oyster Bay.
Oyster Bay Town Hall by DanTD is licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What You Need to Know
Permit and Zoning Considerations Before You Build
Town of Oyster Bay Building Department
All residential building permits for Jericho are issued by the Town of Oyster Bay Building Department, covering structural alterations, additions, new construction, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work. Licensed contractors are required for most permit types.
Visit the Village of Oyster Bay Building Department website for current fee schedules and application requirements.
Setbacks, Lot Coverage, and ZBA Variances
When a proposed project exceeds current setback, height, or lot coverage limits, which is common with additions on older lots, a variance application must be filed with the Town of Oyster Bay ZBA. This process requires documentation, adjacent property owner notification, and a public hearing.
Energy Code and Mechanical Permits
New York State's Energy Conservation Construction Code applies to renovations affecting the building envelope or mechanical systems, including window replacements, insulation upgrades, and HVAC installations. Electrical and plumbing work require separate sub-permits through the Town of Oyster Bay Building Department.
Visit Our Design Studio & Showroom
Seeing materials in person makes the design process easier and more informed. Our showroom gives homeowners the opportunity to compare cabinetry, countertops, flooring, hardware, and finish combinations alongside our team before construction begins.
Instead of relying only on small samples or online inspiration, you can explore selections at full scale and make decisions that fit both your home and your overall vision.
By Appointment Only - Your Full Attention, Every Visit
What to Bring: photos of your existing kitchen, inspiration images, and a preliminary budget range.
What We Provide: expert guidance through every selection category, material samples to take home for review, detailed specifications for each item, and timeline coordination aligned to your construction schedule.
Trusted by Homeowners Across Nassau County
What Sets Center Island Contracting Apart
Center Island Contracting uses a design-build approach to kitchen remodeling, meaning design, planning, and construction are managed by one team under one contract. This creates clearer communication, tighter project coordination, and a smoother process from the first design session through to the final walkthrough.
Scope defined before construction begins
Detailed project scope developed before construction begins
Permit management through Village Building Department
Permit management handled through the proper local jurisdiction
Private design showroom with guided selections
Material selections coordinated through our design showroom
Written documentation for all scope changes
All scope changes are documented in writing before work proceeds.
Improving Function, Flow, and Finish in Every Kitchen
Complete Kitchen Renovation Services
Center Island Contracting tailors each kitchen remodeling project in Jericho to the home's specific conditions and the homeowner's goals. Services include:
Custom Cabinetry
Cabinetry is dimensioned to fit the exact space, with finishes and hardware selected in person through our design showroom. Every detail is documented before installation begins to ensure accuracy and consistency throughout the project.
Countertop Fabrication
We work with quartz, granite, marble, and other materials, with each countertop templated after cabinetry is set for a precise fit. Our team guides homeowners through material selection to match both the design and the demands of daily use.
Kitchen Island Design
Islands are designed to fit the layout, incorporating structural support, seating, and utility connections where applicable. We coordinate all trades involved so the island integrates seamlessly with the rest of the kitchen.
Appliance Integration
Appliance specifications are coordinated with cabinetry dimensions, electrical capacity, and ventilation requirements from the start. This prevents costly adjustments during installation and ensures everything fits and functions as planned.
Flooring
We install hardwood, tile, and luxury vinyl, with subfloor preparation carried out as needed, particularly in older Jericho homes where uneven or deteriorated subfloors are common. Proper subfloor work ensures a lasting and level finished surface.
Lighting Design
Lighting layouts include recessed, under-cabinet, and pendant placement, all planned to complement the kitchen design and improve functionality. All electrical work is permitted through the Town of Oyster Bay where required.
Plumbing & Electrical
Panel upgrades, dedicated circuits, and plumbing reroutes are common requirements in Jericho homes built between the 1950s and 1970s. We identify and address these conditions during the planning phase so they are budgeted for before construction begins.
Full Gut Renovations
Complete demolition and rebuild projects are managed under a single fixed-price contract, covering every phase from structural work and mechanical upgrades to custom finishes. Homeowners have one point of contact and one contract throughout the entire process.
Areas Served Near Jericho
Center Island Contracting serves Jericho and surrounding Nassau County communities including Syosset, Woodbury, Old Westbury, Muttontown, Brookville, Plainview, Hicksville, and Bethpage, with service extending into Suffolk County near the Nassau-Suffolk border.
Other Services We Provide
Clear Scope. Controlled Execution.
Our Remodeling Process From Start to Finish
Every variable is defined before construction begins. This is what prevents the budget overruns and schedule delays that come from discovering problems mid-build.
Consultation and Site Assessment
We review your goals, establish a budget framework, and evaluate existing home conditions.
Design Development and Planning
We produce layout drawings, develop selections, and document every specification before construction starts.
Permitting and Municipal Coordination
We submit all required applications to the Town of Oyster Bay
Construction and Trade Coordination
Scheduled phases, weekly progress updates, and coordinated trade sequencing throughout.
Completion, Inspection, and Final Walkthrough
Every finish item is reviewed against the approved scope before project completion and final payment.
Schedule a Consultation and Get Clarity Before Your Project Begins
Every successful remodel starts with a clear plan. Meet with our team to discuss your goals, budget expectations, layout ideas, and the existing conditions of your home before moving into design and construction.
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Saturday-Sunday- Closed
About Kitchen Remodeling Services in Jericho