Kitchen renovation in Mijas — Pueblo, Mijas Costa and La Cala
Kitchen renovation specialists across all three zones of Mijas. Open-plan kitchens, bespoke units, worktops, electrical and plumbing. We work while you're away.
Kitchen renovation in Mijas: demand across the three zones
Mijas has a mixed market of Spanish and international homeowners, apartments and second homes. In Mijas Costa and La Cala, many kitchens are in apartments 15–25 years old where owners want to update the layout and finishes. In chalets in Mijas Pueblo and inland complexes, demand tends to be larger in scope, typically including opening the kitchen to the living area and a complete update of installations and cabinetry.
Open-plan kitchens in Mijas properties
Open-plan kitchens are the most requested layout in Mijas, particularly in apartments where the original kitchen was closed off from the dining area. Before proposing this solution, we assess structural feasibility at the site visit — checking whether the wall to be removed is load-bearing and what reinforcement is required. In most Mijas Costa apartments, the opening is feasible and completely transforms the perception of space, particularly when the property has sea or garden views.
We work while you're away
A significant proportion of Mijas property owners are non-resident. We coordinate access, manage all trades and keep the owner informed with photos and regular updates throughout the renovation. Autonomous coordination is particularly relevant in kitchen renovations, where installation sequencing and furniture delivery timelines require ongoing management that the owner cannot handle remotely.
Renovating the kitchen delivers the highest return of any home improvement on the Costa del Sol: it packs plumbing, electrics, ventilation and bespoke joinery into a few square metres, which is exactly why it demands millimetric planning. At Costa del Sol Reformas we redesign the layout to maximise the working zone (the sink-hob-fridge triangle), open the kitchen onto the living room where the wall allows, and fit Silestone quartz, Dekton or porcelain worktops built for the coastal climate. With over 500 completed projects, an in-house team and a 5-year guarantee, we coordinate every trade without runaway subcontracting. We work across Marbella, Estepona, Fuengirola and the whole province, managing projects in Spanish, English and German for resident and international owners who want a durable, functional, high-end kitchen.
The kitchen renovation process, step by step
We start by taking precise measurements and producing a 3D layout plan before anything is touched. On site, work begins with dismantling and stripping out the old wall and floor tiles; we then re-run the plumbing (new water feeds and waste pipes with the correct falls) and the electrics to REBT standard, with dedicated circuits for the oven, induction hob and other high-draw appliances. Next come partition work, levelling of walls and floor, and tiling or microcement. Only once the wet trades have dried do we fit the units, template the worktop (the fabricator cuts it in 5-7 days) and finish with appliances, taps, lighting and silicone sealing. We close with a deep clean and a final leak and level check.
Worktops, units and appliances: what to choose
The worktop drives both budget and durability. Silestone quartz offers a uniform look and low maintenance; Dekton and porcelain (Neolith, Laminam) resist heat, scratching and UV, making them ideal for islands and kitchens that open onto terraces. Granite and marble add natural character but need periodic sealing. For cabinetry we specify water-resistant carcasses, soft-close Blum or Hettich hardware, and handleless fronts with push-to-open or J-pull profiles. For integrated appliances we work with Bosch, Siemens, Balay and Teka ranges, using extractor hoods or downdraft induction hobs such as Bora. We recommend LED lighting under wall units and inside drawers. Every choice is matched to how the kitchen is really used and the level of upkeep the owner is willing to take on.
Open-plan kitchens, islands and coastal technical factors
Opening the kitchen onto the living room is the most common request, but not every wall can come down: a load-bearing wall needs a beam or lintel calculated by an engineer and, in communities of owners, formal authorisation. An island means running plumbing and electrics through the floor, which usually requires a screed build-up or a raised technical floor, so it must be decided before levelling. In a coastal setting we pay close attention to ventilation and extraction to prevent damp and salt-driven condensation, and we choose hardware with anti-corrosion treatment. For holiday-rental properties we favour hard-wearing, quick-to-clean materials. We also check the contracted power supply: a kitchen with induction, oven and dishwasher may need upgrading from 3.45 to 5.75 kW.
Timelines, in-house team and a 5-year guarantee
A full kitchen renovation typically takes 3 to 5 weeks, depending on the layout, the wet trades and the lead times for the worktop and bespoke units. The biggest cause of delay is poor coordination between trades, which is why we use an in-house team (building, plumbing, electrics and installation) and a single site manager who sequences each phase and eliminates dead time. We hand over a fixed schedule with milestones and run quality checks at three critical points: services before they are boxed in, levelling before the units go on, and sealing before handover. Our 5-year guarantee covers labour and installations, not just the manufacturer's material. We invoice properly and provide the electrical installation certificate whenever the work requires it.
Renovating in Mijas: local context
Renovating in Mijas is unlike anywhere else on the Costa del Sol, because Mijas is really three places in one. There's the whitewashed mountain village clinging to the Sierra, with its protected pueblo aesthetic; there's Las Lagunas, the busy urban and commercial hub next to Fuengirola; and there's the 12-kilometre coastal strip of Mijas Costa, dotted with urbanisations like Calahonda and Riviera del Sol where close to half the residents are British or Nordic. At Costa del Sol Reformas we've delivered more than 500 projects reading those differences: modernising a 2000s-boom apartment is nothing like restoring a traditional village home. Our own in-house team, a 5-year guarantee and project management in Spanish, English and German keep your renovation moving from the first quote to the final handover.
Where we work: Mijas Pueblo, La Cala de Mijas, Calahonda (Sitio de Calahonda), Riviera del Sol, Las Lagunas, El Coto.
How we work in Mijas
Why Costa del Sol Reformas
Costa del Sol Reformas is a renovation company in Mijas operating since 2010. Own team, fixed price and 5-year written guarantee on all projects.
Frequently asked questions
Do you renovate kitchens across all three zones of Mijas?
Yes. We work throughout Mijas without any difference in conditions: Mijas Pueblo, Mijas Costa, La Cala de Mijas and surrounding complexes.
Can you open the kitchen to the living room in a Mijas Costa apartment?
Yes. We assess structural feasibility at the site visit. In most Mijas Costa apartments it is feasible and completely transforms the space.
Does the renovation include electrical and plumbing?
Yes. Every renovation includes updating electrical and plumbing installations to current standards.
How long does a kitchen renovation in Mijas take?
Between 3 and 6 weeks depending on size, materials and exact scope. We confirm the timeline in the written quotation.
Can you manage the renovation if I'm not in Mijas?
Yes. We coordinate access and carry out the renovation autonomously, with regular updates for the owner.
Have a project in Mijas?
Tell us about your project and we'll prepare a tailored assessment.