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Avatar for Corey Brown Decor
Corey Brown Decor
5.0(
74
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"From design to fruition, Corey is your guy. Not only does Corey design the most beautiful living spaces, he will also manage your project. Being a busy professional, Corey's help is invaluable to ensure the project is done exactly as desired. Corey is worth every penny and more. Corey beautifully remodeled one of my homes and is now working on the second. My new bathroom is beautiful and I look forward to getting a beautiful new kitchen."
Interior Design and Decorating Project
Modern Bathroom
Stunning Kitchen and Bathroom
Interior Design and Decorating Project
Modern Bathroom

+56

Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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CAZ Designs
4.6(
23
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very Professional and easy to work with. Carolyn is both extremely creative and efficient. She provided us with excellent ongoing information about the project's progress and costs. She spent a huge amount of time on the initial proposal and the result of that was that we entered into the work phase feeling confident about the success of the outcome. She did a great job of incorporating in the pieces of art and furniture that we wanted to keep. We would definitely work with Carolyn again."
Kitchen Remodel
Santiago Remodel
Santiago remodel
Santiago Remodel
Santiago Remodel

+14

Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Designs by Denise
5.0(
17
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Denise was very nice to work with. She had some great ideas that really helped our kitchen remodel turn out beautiful. She was always polite and responsive and honest with me, which I appreciated. I would strongly recommend working with a designer for a major remodel because things, questions come up that you just weren?t expecting and it?s so nice to have an expert ?sounding board? ready to help with little questions and big concerns. Denise made the remodel experience more peaceful than it would have been otherwise. I highly recommend her."
Elevated Eats
Elevated Eats
Blissful Bathroom
The Calm Cove
Response time10 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.4(
26
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Our experience with McCormick was excellent. Ari made sure the kitchen remodel was exactly what we wanted, and his design insights were on point. They handled everything, and we were able to relax knowing it was in good hands. Itâ s a perfect blend of style and function!"
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+1

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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CaliBuilders
4.6(
26
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We are very happy with the work that was done. They are very friendly, they show up and they do a great job! We will keep using them in the future."
Contemporary walk-in curdles shower
Kitchen remodeling with all the bells and whistles
Full Condo Remodeling in Dana Point, CA
Custom Range Hood Cover
Guest bathroom remodeling

+27

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Modernyze
5.0(
8
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We brought in Modernyze for a room addition, covered patio and a complete backyard transformation ? and the results blew us away. Tim has a gift for taking your ideas and turning them into something even better than you pictured. The addition is seamless with the rest of the house, you'd never know it wasn't part of the original build. And our backyard went from completely unused space to our favorite part of the home. Outdoor kitchen, new hardscape, lighting ? the whole nine. What made the biggest difference was how well Tim managed the entire scope. Two major projects running at once could have been a nightmare but his team kept everything organized and on track. The craftsmanship is next level. We basically live outside now. If you're thinking about a big project, don't waste your time with anyone else."
Coto De Caza Remodel
Coto De Caza Remodel
Wine Room
kitchen
before photo

+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for kitchen design service projects in Lake Forest, CA

A professional kitchen designer is a specialist in planning and implementing the remodel of kitchen spaces. They'll help you pick materials and styles, give you a quote, render a model, and send the order to manufacturers and installers. You can think of them as creative project managers who will facilitate your kitchen project from start to finish.

No, a kitchen designer can't plan for structural remodeling since kitchen designers aren’t structural experts. Consult a pro for structural engineer fees and inquire about changes like removing a wall. Additionally, for changes to your kitchen's electrical, plumbing, or gas lines, you'll need to hire the appropriate professionals, like a licensed electrician or plumber near you.

A kitchen designer’s process includes the following:

  • Finding inspiration: They may ask for photos, feedback on material samples, and preferred fittings to understand your vision.

  • Using design tools: These include computer modeling software, 3D and high-resolution cameras for recording your space, color wheels, and sketches.

  • Considering appliances and fixtures: It’s important that each item is installed correctly, balances aesthetics and functionality, and is conveniently positioned in a kitchen work triangle.

  • Looking at the whole home: A designer will consider your home's age and style.

  • Writing up plans: After taking measurements, they create a plan based on your specifications.

It takes anywhere from 10 to 20 hours for a professional kitchen designer to come up with a fully fleshed-out plan for a mid-size kitchen. However, that time can increase if you ask for a complex, custom-designed plan. Ask your designer for a quote on both pricing and overall time frame before you start working together to ensure you're on the same page with expectations.

If you're doing an extensive kitchen renovation, hire a kitchen designer to manage the project and ensure things go smoothly for you. A major renovation may include new flooring, countertops, cabinets, lighting, and structural changes like knocking out a wall or upgrading the electrical, plumbing, or gas lines. If you're doing something more minor, like only replacing a sink or painting your cabinets, you can either pay for installation or DIY.

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