Plumbing

Plumbing impacts everything from appliance placement to storage options. Whether it’s accommodating a dishwasher, choosing a sink style, or planning for filtered water taps, these decisions should be made at the design stage—not after the cabinetry’s in.

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Yes. All fixtures must meet Australian Standards and be WELS-rated. Using non-certified tapware or fittings means your plumber can’t legally install them—and you risk voiding warranties.

Explore compliant plumbing trends in our blog: Top 5 Bathroom Plumbing Renovation Trends for 2024 or visit the Modern Bathroom Inspiration Gallery to see certified designs in action.

Rough-ins happen early—before walls are closed—to run pipes and drains. Fit-offs happen much later, after benchtops, tiling and cabinetry are in. Misjudging the timeline can lead to expensive delays or rework.

Learn about how Nouvelle’s project coordination keeps things on track.

You can—but expect a higher cost. Moving fixtures means rerouting pipes, cutting into concrete, and reworking drainage. In some cases, it may not be feasible depending on the structure.

Our blog How to Choose Plumbing Fixtures for Your Home Renovation helps you understand what’s worth changing and what isn’t.

Plumbing directly affects internal cabinetry. For example, under-sink drawers require smart pipe routing. Tall tapware or undermount sinks may limit drawer heights. Planning cabinetry without plumbing foresight often leads to costly redesigns.

Visit our Kitchen with Drop-in Oliveri Sink or Modern Kitchen with Drop-in Franke Sink to see how good design anticipates plumbing constraints.

Adding a sink in a butler’s pantry or plumbing in a fridge with water/ice dispensers requires additional cold water connections. These must be designed in early, as retrofitting later can mean tearing out cabinetry or walls.

Have a look at some of our projects that involved butler’s pantries:

• Kitchen with Laundry Pantry Combo
• French Provincial Kitchen with Butler's Pantry
• Contemporary Kitchen with Butler's Pantry & Hidden Bar Area
• Kitchen with Butler's Pantry/Laundry

When you’re done, book a showroom visit to review layout options and view functional examples in our modern kitchen displays.

No. Nouvelle works with licensed plumbers who understand the sequencing and standards required for safe, legal installations. Our team manages trades from start to finish.

Let’s talk—book a showroom consultation to speak to a designer about how our team coordinates trades to avoid delays.

Keeping fixtures in their original location is the simplest way to reduce costs. You can still upgrade the look and functionality—without tearing up your slab or walls.

Explore Take Advantage of These Exciting Plumbing Trends to see smart upgrades that won’t blow your budget.

Yes. Our team assesses your home’s existing gas infrastructure and identifies if extensions or upgrades are needed for new cooktops, ovens, or heaters.

Learn more about avoiding surprise costs in our blog Why Hiring a Renovation Expert Is the Smartest Way to Stay on Budget, or book a visit to get personalised advice.