Start with the room and the routines
Record windows, doors, ceiling height and existing water, waste, ventilation and electrical connections. List who cooks, what you store and whether you eat in the kitchen. Moving services can change the work and cost considerably; a cabinet plan alone cannot settle that.
Choose a layout you can use
A single run is straightforward to organise. An L-shaped layout can use a corner while leaving the room open. A U-shaped arrangement offers more working surface but needs enough space between runs. An island only helps if open appliance doors and everyday movement still work. Check the actual clearances required by appliance manufacturers.
Work through a normal meal
Imagine taking food from storage, washing, preparing, cooking and clearing away. Keep useful work surface near the tasks that need it. Check handle reach, drawer opening and comfortable working height with the people who will use the kitchen.
- Choose appliances by dimensions and installation requirements, not just the product name.
- Allow access to service points and replaceable appliances.
- Check ventilation, lighting and the location of switches.
- Have electrical, gas and plumbing work assessed and performed by appropriately qualified trades.
Make the quote complete
Compare cabinets and interiors, worktop, appliances, fittings, delivery, installation and any removal or preparation work. Record what is excluded. Before ordering, obtain a final professional measurement and agreed installation plan. The worksheet below prepares that conversation; it is not a manufacturing drawing.
Kitchen planning worksheet
Try a rectangular footprint and add your own budget figures. The drawing does not account for doors, windows, other furniture or delivery access.
Use a cabinet run or an island as the footprint. For an L- or U-shaped kitchen, check each run separately. Final measurements, service connections and appliance clearances need professional checking.
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Support and applications
Tax relief and local assistance are different routes
The federal Home Accessibility Tax Credit is non-refundable tax relief for eligible renovations, not a cash grant for an ordinary kitchen or furniture purchase. Eligibility includes a qualifying person and dwelling; portable furniture and household appliances are generally excluded. Provincial or territorial assistance has its own conditions.
Where to apply or ask
For federal tax relief, follow CRA’s Home Accessibility Expenses guidance. Ask your province or territory separately about adaptation programs before commissioning work.
What to prepare
- Evidence that the person and dwelling qualify.
- Contracts, itemised invoices and description of the adaptation.
- Supplier details, work dates, address and proof of payment.
- Keep supporting records; CRA says not to send them with the return unless requested.
When to act
Check eligibility before spending. Keep records and claim qualifying expenses on the relevant tax return. The linked CRA page currently explains tax year 2025; check the guidance for the year you claim.
The responsible body determines the documents required in your case. Send personal evidence through its official channel, not through WOHNALIO.
Buying furniture in Canada
A change-of-mind return is generally governed by the retailer’s policy; defective goods are a different matter. Check the policy before buying, including freight and custom-order exclusions. For unresolved disputes, consult your provincial or territorial consumer affairs office. Budget in CAD, with applicable taxes and delivery.
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Plan your room before you buy the furniture
Measure the room, try the walking routes and check delivery access. Avoid furniture that fits on paper but gets in the way at home.
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Check seat depth, support, fabric and clearance before buying. Find seating that suits how you relax and how you get up.
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Plan the bed, wardrobe and lighting together. Make a calmer bedroom with useful storage and clear everyday routes.
Explore the guideDoes the room need more than new furniture?
If access, doors or the bathroom need changing, plan those works before ordering furniture. Check the local guidance for permissions, support and suitable professional help.
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