The custom-made guide for Brussels

How much does a custom kitchen cost in Brussels in 2026?

It's the first question our clients ask: what budget should you plan for a custom kitchen in Brussels? The honest answer: it depends on size, materials and appliances. But here are realistic ranges, based on hundreds of projects delivered from our workshop in Evere.

These amounts include design, custom manufacturing and installation. Appliances and certain worktops (natural stone, ceramic) can change the total. The big advantage of custom? Every centimetre is used — ideal in Brussels apartments with their sometimes unusual shapes.

What makes the price vary

• Materials: melamine (affordable and sturdy), matte lacquer (elegant), real wood veneer (warm and high-end).
• The worktop: laminate, quartz, Dekton, ceramic or natural stone.
• The hardware: soft-close hinges and drawers, corner systems, integrated LED lighting.
• Complexity: central island, tall units, custom niches, built-in appliances.

Custom bathroom furniture: discover your price live

Aliaj Interior is proud to own SDB Studio, Belgium's first standalone configurator dedicated to custom bathroom furniture. Its unique feature in Belgium: an automatic configurator with live pricing.

In practice, you build your unit — dimensions, materials, basin, worktop, mirror, tall units, finishes — and the price appears instantly, in real time. No need to wait for a quote to know your budget: you see on screen, right away, how much your furniture will cost.

Available materials

• Carcass & fronts: water-resistant melamine (sturdy and affordable), matte or gloss lacquered MDF, real wood veneer (oak, walnut), compact laminate, anti-fingerprint Fenix with a silky touch.
• Worktops & basins: ceramic, mineral resin (solid surface), marble, custom worktops, countertop or integrated basin, single or double.
• Finishes: with or without handles (J-pull or push-to-open), a wide palette of deep matte tones, integrated LED lighting, plain or backlit mirrors.
• Tall units & storage: full-height columns, soft-close drawers, custom niches and shelves to use every centimetre.

Indicative bathroom furniture prices

These ranges vary with materials, dimensions and chosen options. The best way to know your exact price? The SDB Studio configurator calculates it live, as you build your composition — total, instant transparency, a first in Belgium.

How does it work? 3 simple steps

• 1. Configure online — dimensions, materials, basin, colours and options, from your sofa, at any hour.
• 2. Watch the price update live — every choice refreshes the amount instantly. Try as many combinations as you like, freely and with no obligation.
• 3. Confirm your configuration — our Evere workshop builds your custom unit, and our team installs it neatly at your home.

Traditional quote vs SDB Studio

Why order your furniture through SDB Studio?

• Belgian manufacturing in our Evere workshop — no standardised imported furniture.
• True custom: millimetre-precise dimensions, fitted to your bathroom, even an unusual one.
• Transparent pricing: what you see on screen is what you pay.
• Professional installation by the Aliaj Interior team and local after-sales service in Brussels.
• Expert advice: need help finalising? Our Evere showroom welcomes you with your configuration.

Custom kitchen or flat-pack kitchen: how to choose?

Flat-pack kitchens are tempting because of their entry price. But over time, custom often proves the smarter choice — especially in Brussels where spaces are rarely standard.

The limits of flat-pack

• Standard dimensions: wasted space, unsightly filler panels.
• Entry-level materials and hardware that need replacing sooner.
• Assembly is on you, or charged as an extra.

What custom brings

• Every centimetre used — up to the ceiling, into corners, under slopes.
• Durable materials and a workshop-quality finish.
• A unique piece, designed for your use and your interior.
• Real added value for your property.

In short: flat-pack costs less to buy, custom costs less to live with. A well-designed piece lasts 20 years or more.

Custom wardrobe: 7 mistakes to avoid

A successful wardrobe makes daily life simpler. Here are the 7 most common mistakes we fix for our clients in Brussels.

• 1. Underestimating hanging space. You always run short of rails. Plan height for coats and dresses.
• 2. Too many shelves, not enough drawers. Drawers make access and organising clothes easier.
• 3. Forgetting the lighting. LED lighting changes everything, especially in a windowless wardrobe.
• 4. Neglecting corners. In a corner wardrobe, specific fittings avoid dead space.
• 5. Choosing doors that get in the way. Sliding or hinged: it depends on your clearance.
• 6. Ignoring roof slopes. Under the eaves, custom uses every nook below the slope.
• 7. Thinking only about looks. A beautiful wardrobe must first be practical every day.

How to choose your carpenter in Brussels: 6 criteria

Trusting a craftsman with your interior is a commitment. Here are 6 concrete criteria to choose the right carpenter in Brussels.

• Experience and past work. Ask to see a portfolio of real, varied projects.
• In-house manufacturing. An integrated workshop guarantees quality control, from the first cut to installation.
• A detailed quote. A good quote is clear, line by line, with no grey areas.
• On-site measuring. Essential for a perfect fit, with no guesswork.
• A showroom. Being able to touch materials and finishes before deciding.
• Proximity. A local craftsman (like in Evere) ensures responsive follow-up and serious after-sales service.

At Aliaj Interior, we have brought these six criteria together since 2002. You can book a visit to our showroom in Evere to discuss your project.

Interior design trends 2026

Every year brings something new. Here are the strong trends of 2026 our Brussels clients ask for most.

• Warm wood (walnut, oak) that softens mineral interiors.
• Handleless fronts (J-pull or push-to-open) for clean lines.
• Natural, deep tones: terracotta, sage green, midnight blue, sandy beige.
• Open kitchens integrated with the living room, with coordinated furniture.
• Multifunction furniture: built-in desk, reading nook, hidden storage.
• Scenographic LED lighting built into the furniture.

The finest trend remains timeless custom: furniture that never dates because it's designed for you.

The steps and timeline of a custom project

From idea to installation, here's how a project unfolds at Aliaj Interior — in full transparency.

The 5 steps

• 1. The quote request — free, delivered within 48h.
• 2. On-site measuring and study of your needs.
• 3. Design: plans, choice of materials and finishes at the showroom.
• 4. Manufacturing in our workshop — allow 4 to 8 weeks.
• 5. Installation by our team, clean and careful.