Custom Office Millwork Calgary: Professional Spaces Deserve Professional Craftsmanship
Your office makes a statement before you say a word. The reception desk that greets clients. The boardroom that hosts important meetings. The executive suite that reflects leadership. Planar Millwork creates custom office cabinetry throughout Calgary that elevates your professional environment—built locally, installed with minimal disruption, and designed to impress for years.
Restaurant & Bar Investment Ranges:
Custom bars
Hostess stations
Server stations
Banquette seating millwork
Complete restaurant packages
Restaurant & Bar Solutions
Custom Bars
Investment: $15,000 – $60,000 | Timeline: 6-10 weeks
The centerpiece of your establishment. Custom bars with die walls, back bars, speed rails, and all the elements that make service efficient and guests impressed.
Popular configurations:
- Front bar (per linear foot): $800 – $1,500
- Back bar with display (per linear foot): $600 – $1,200
- Die wall with speed rails: $3,000 – $8,000
- Complete bar package (20 ft): $25,000 – $45,000
Features:
- Beer tap integration, glass rail channels, speed rail placement, ice bin surrounds, POS stations, footrail mounting
Bar Top Materials:
- Live-edge wood, copper, zinc, butcher block, stone, epoxy resin
Back Bars & Liquor Displays
Investment: $8,000 – $25,000 | Timeline: 5-8 weeks
Where your bottles become decor. Custom back bars with integrated lighting, mirrored backs, and display shelving.
Popular configurations:
- Standard back bar (per linear foot): $600 – $1,000
- Premium back bar with lighting: $800 – $1,200/ft
- Feature wall back bar: $12,000 – $25,000
Hostess Stations & Host Stands
Investment: $5,000 – $15,000 | Timeline: 4-6 weeks
First impressions matter. Custom hostess stations that set the tone while providing functional storage for menus, reservation systems, and operational needs.
Popular configurations:
- Compact host stand: $5,000 – $8,000
- Full hostess station with storage: $8,000 – $12,000
- Premium station with coat check: $10,000 – $15,000
Server Stations
Investment: $4,000 – $12,000 | Timeline: 4-6 weeks
Keep service flowing. Server stations strategically placed with POS terminals, water pitchers, napkin storage, and more.
Popular configurations:
- Compact server station: $4,000 – $6,000
- Full-service station: $6,000 – $9,000
- Multi-station system: $9,000 – $12,000
Banquette Seating Millwork
Investment: $8,000 – $25,000 | Timeline: 5-8 weeks
Custom booth and banquette frameworks that maximize seating while creating intimate dining experiences.
Popular configurations:
- Banquette base (per linear foot): $400 – $700
- Full booth with dividers: $3,000 – $6,000 each
- Custom curved banquette: $8,000 – $15,000
Hospitality Industries We Serve
Fine Dining
$60,000 – $150,000+
Bar, host station, banquettes, wine display
Casual Dining
$40,000 – $80,000
Bar, server stations, booth seating
Bars & Pubs
$35,000 – $75,000
Main bar, back bar, secondary service bar
Cafes & Coffee Shops
$20,000 – $50,000
Service counter, display case, pickup station
Breweries & Taprooms
$30,000 – $60,000
Tap bar (8-24+ taps), tasting counter
Hotel F&B
$50,000 – $120,000+
Multi-outlet packages
Materials & Hospitality Durability
Restaurant and bar millwork faces unique challenges: spills, heat, cold, constant cleaning, health inspections, and thousands of guest interactions.
Hospitality-Grade Specifications:
- Bar tops: Sealed wood, copper, zinc, stone, epoxy
- Cabinet boxes: Marine-grade plywood, moisture-resistant
- Hardware: Blum 100,000+ cycles, stainless options
- Finish: Commercial conversion varnish, chemical-resistant
- Kick plates: Stainless steel, impact-resistant
Why Hospitality-Grade Matters:
- Spill resistance: Finishes resist water, alcohol, and cleaning chemicals
- Health code compliance: Built to support Alberta Health Services inspections
- Temperature extremes: Handles hot plates, ice bins, dishwasher steam
- Cleanability: Withstands commercial sanitizers
Restaurant Project Process
Step
What Happens
Timeline
Initial Consultation
Site visit or plan review to understand your concept, service style, and operational requirements.
FREE
Design & Shop Drawings
Detailed drawings coordinated with kitchen designer, architect, and health department requirements.
1-3 weeks
Approval & Scheduling
Design sign-off and production scheduling. Book 10-14 weeks ahead for restaurant opening dates.
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Fabrication
Built in our Calgary workshop. Bar tops and specialty items may require additional curing time.
5-8 weeks
Delivery & Installation
Professional installation coordinated with other trades.
3-7 Days
Punch List & Pre-Opening
Final walkthrough before your health inspection and opening.
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Total Timeline: 8-14 weeks from design approval to completion
Why Calgary Restaurants Choose Planar
Hospitality Experience
We understand restaurant operations. Our millwork supports efficient service, not just beautiful aesthetics.
Health Code Awareness
We know Alberta Health Services requirements—proper clearances, cleanable surfaces, code-compliant construction.
Bar Expertise
Tap systems, speed rails, ice bins, glass storage, POS placement—we’ve built enough bars to know what works.
Opening Day Commitment
Restaurants have hard opening dates. We’ve never caused a delayed opening.
Local Service
When your bar rail gets damaged or you need to add a server station, we’re 20 minutes away.
Trade Coordination
We work seamlessly with kitchen designers, equipment suppliers, and general contractors.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a custom bar cost in Calgary?How much does a custom bar cost in Calgary?
Custom bars typically range from $15,000 to $60,000 depending on length, materials, and complexity. Front bar runs $800-$1,500 per linear foot, back bar $600-$1,200 per linear foot. A complete 20-foot bar package averages $25,000-$45,000.
How long does restaurant millwork take?
Timeline is typically 8-14 weeks from design approval to installation. Design: 1-3 weeks. Fabrication: 5-8 weeks. Installation: 3-7 days depending on scope.
Can you coordinate with our kitchen designer?
Yes—we regularly coordinate with kitchen designers, equipment suppliers, and restaurant architects to ensure millwork integrates properly.
What bar top materials do you offer?
We offer live-edge wood, butcher block, copper, zinc, stone (granite, marble, quartz), and epoxy resin. Each has different maintenance requirements.
Do you build to health code requirements?
Yes—we understand Alberta Health Services requirements and build to support your inspections. Proper clearances, cleanable surfaces, and code-compliant construction are standard.
Can you match our existing location?
Yes—we can match millwork from your existing location for brand consistency across multiple restaurants.
Do you handle repairs and additions?
Yes—we maintain files on all our restaurant projects. When you need repairs or additions, we can match your existing millwork exactly.
Request Your Commercial Millwork Quote
Ready to elevate your Calgary office with custom millwork? Send us your drawings or schedule a site visit—we’ll provide specifications, pricing, and a realistic timeline.