Bespoke Kitchens Designed to Elevate Your Everyday

contemporary kitchen design by Brinnie T Design Phillip Island Melbourne

At Brinnie T Design, we specialise in bespoke kitchen design that blends bold aesthetics with lasting functionality. As the leading custom kitchen designer on Phillip Island, we understand that your kitchen isn’t just a workspace — it’s the heart of your home. Whether you’re renovating or building from scratch, we craft kitchens that reflect your lifestyle, your taste, and your needs, using high-quality materials and future-proof design principles. From spatial planning and cabinetry to colour palettes and integrated accessibility, every detail is considered. Our personalised approach ensures your kitchen won’t just meet today’s needs — it will stand the test of time, both in style and performance. Discover the difference a tailored kitchen can make with Brinnie T Design.

Why Hire a Kitchen Designer?
(When a Cabinet Maker Will Design It for Free)

If you’re confident in your DIY abilities or are working closely with a cabinet maker, you might wonder — do I really need a kitchen designer?

Here’s the thing: most cabinet makers offer what they refer to as ‘free design’ because it’s built into the cabinetry cost. But these designs are usually based on standard layouts and templates. They’ll fit a kitchen into your space — but they won’t always rethink that space to its full potential.

At Brinnie T Design, bespoke kitchen design is exactly that — bespoke. Every element is considered through the lens of form, function, and your lifestyle. We don’t just measure and fit. We start with how you move through the space, how you cook, gather, clean, entertain, and relax. Then we design from there.

What’s the Difference?

Cabinet Makers are brilliant at building cabinetry — but their role usually stops there. They may suggest tapware, tiles or benchtops, but the onus is often on the homeowner to choose, source, and coordinate trades for everything else.
Kitchen Designers oversee the entire vision. At Brinnie T, we specify and source every element — cabinetry, benchtops, appliances, flooring, splashbacks, tapware, lighting — and work closely with licensed trades to bring it all together seamlessly.

Compliance, Warranty, and Peace of Mind

When you work with Brinnie T Design, your kitchen is installed by licensed builders using standard HIA building contracts. This means you’re covered by a 7-year builder’s warranty — something you may not receive when engaging a cabinet maker alone. It’s an added layer of security that protects your investment and gives you peace of mind long after installation.

Why It’s Worth It

A professionally designed kitchen:

Maximises functionality, flow and storage
Aligns beautifully with the rest of your home
Is tailored to your taste and budget — not just what’s ‘standard’
Comes together with less stress, thanks to our trusted trade network
Adds long-term value to your home

Our bespoke kitchen design package includes full concept development, selection of all materials and finishes, and trade coordination — so you’re not left chasing quotes or navigating decisions alone.

Whether you’re planning a full kitchen renovation, upgrading an investment property, or designing a dream kitchen in your forever home, we’re here to help you create a space that’s equal parts beautiful, functional, and fabulous. Servicing SE Queensland, Melbourne, Bass Coast & Phillip Island.

Investment: Bespoke Kitchen Design Package – $5,500 incl. GST

If you’re ready to transform your kitchen with a fully considered, professionally managed design, our Bespoke Kitchen Design Package is available as a stand-alone service.

This package includes:

Initial Consultation & Site Measurement
Custom Spatial Planning to improve flow, layout, and functionality
Concept Design Development tailored to your lifestyle and aesthetic
Selection of All Finishes and Fixtures, including:
- Cabinetry design and colours
- Benchtops
- Appliances
- Tapware and sinks
- Splashbacks and feature tiles
- Flooring and lighting (where applicable)

Detailed Specification Package for quoting and implementation
Builder Liaison & Quoting – working with trusted, licensed builders to ensure accurate quotes and timelines
Oversight of Execution – from cabinetry installation to finishing touches, we’re on hand to ensure your kitchen comes to life just as planned

Kitchen design featuring teracotta cabinetry and cork flooring by Brinnie T Design Phillip Island Melbourne

Bay House

A 2024 Design Australia Awards finalist, the Bay House kitchen is a standout example of custom kitchen design on Phillip Island. By reworking a cramped floorplan, we created a spacious, open-plan kitchen that blends bold aesthetics with practical, sustainable living. Featuring rich terracotta cabinetry, terrazzo tiled countertops, and durable cork flooring, this bespoke kitchen offers tactile beauty and everyday ease. Designed with an arthritis-friendly layout and eco-conscious materials, Bay House reflects our commitment to accessible, sustainable, and award-worthy kitchen renovations that don’t compromise on style.

Amanda House

The kitchen renovation at Amanda House blends contemporary design with smart functionality, transforming an outdated space into a sleek, modern culinary haven. By retaining some original cabinetry and replacing maroon cabinet fronts with a sophisticated matte black finish, we achieved a striking modern look. The addition of new overhead cabinetry, a custom display unit, and a fresh waterfall-edge zero silica stone benchtop enhances the space’s luxury appeal. With updated appliances, elegant tapware, and a statement island pendant light, this custom kitchen design offers a perfect balance of style and practicality.

contemporary apartment kitchen design by Brinnie T Design Phillip Island Melbourne

Esplanade Apartment

In the Esplanade Apartment on Phillip Island, we transformed a dated 1980s-style kitchen into a sleek, space-savvy culinary hub. With limited floor space, smart spatial planning was key — we completely gutted the original layout to maximise storage, enhance functionality, and future-proof the design. The result is a contemporary, custom kitchen that seamlessly blends form and function, proving that even compact kitchens can deliver style, efficiency, and long-lasting impact. This renovation showcases Brinnie T Design’s expertise in high-quality apartment kitchen design that meets the demands of modern living.

Salty Rose Cottage

At Salty Rose Cottage on Phillip Island, we embraced the challenge of a compact footprint to deliver a bold, bespoke kitchen full of personality. Thoughtful spatial planning and clever design choices allowed us to maximise both function and visual impact. Matte black cabinetry provides a sleek, understated backdrop that lets the hero elements shine — a statement Belling freestanding stove and show-stopping wallpaper by Avalana Design (UK), applied across both walls and ceiling. This custom kitchen design proves that small spaces can still make a big impression, combining creativity with practical, long-lasting results.