94,897 Kitchen Designers and Renovators

What is a kitchen designer and renovator?

Kitchen designers are experts in kitchen ergonomics, trends, and new products. Using this insight, they can design, build and install your kitchen and custom cabinetry to create a space that is attractive, functional and complements the rest of your home.

There are many types of kitchen professionals – from cabinet makers, to carpenters and interior designers – and most trade professionals offer a full suite of expertise. Depending on the kitchen designer or company, they may also hire contractors on your behalf and manage the project from beginning to end. Here are some related professionals and vendors to complement the work of kitchen & bathroom designers: Kitchen & Bathroom Fixtures, Appliances, Tile, Stone & Benchtops, Joinery and Cabinet Makers, Carpenters.

Kitchen designers and renovators will be able to inform you of any building regulations or obstacles with your design, as well as suggest ergonomic kitchen layouts, materials and appliances best suited to your needs. They will kick off the design process by assessing your tastes, lifestyle and budget. For example, do you eat out regularly or need a space to entertain at home? Or, do you want a chef-style kitchen in which you can whip up large family meals? A good kitchen designer or renovator will take these crucial points into consideration.

Questions to ask prospective kitchen designers:

Can I see your kitchen design portfolio?

Have you completed any kitchens similar to my brief?

How do you charge, and what does that include?

How many plans do you provide?

How long will the project take to complete?

Do you design eco-friendly kitchens?

Find a kitchen designer on Houzz. Browse the Professional section on Houzz to find kitchen designers. Then, scroll through photos of their latest kitchen renovations and see how their work compares to the scope of your project. You can read reviews to see how other homeowners rate their work, and message them directly to to ask any specific questions.

Another way to find a designer, renovator or cabinet maker is to browse Kitchen Photos on Houzz. If there’s a photo you like, find out who designed it and strike up a conversation with the professional responsible.