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Chris Alan Design
5.0(
127
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Customers say: Quick response

"The experience with Chris Alan Design exceptionally pleasant and stress free. Christopher coordinated every detail of the project. I wanted to modernize my kitchen and guest bathroom. Christopher immediately understood my vision and guided me with the selection of everything from shower tiles to swithplate covers. He has a team of the very best craftsmen. The work was flawless. These are contractors that take pride on their work. They were prompt, professional, organized, and considerate of my personal space. Anything that was not what I wanted or expected was re-done. No push back, no hassle, no attitude. My satisfaction was Christopher's priority. I highly recommend Chris Alan Design."
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+36

Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Designs by Denise
5.0(
16
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Serving San Diego, 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%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Charles Taylor Interior Design
5.0(
17
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Charles is a great designer, easy to work with. He made my condo a beautiful place! From designing the furniture, to art work! I highly recommend him for any project big or small."
Evening on the patio...
Patio in the evening..
Sun room in the basement....
Ocean View..
Roof top spa....

+102

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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BE HOME REMODELING INC
5.0(
14
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I got my kitchen done with Be home remodeling , the work was amazing! From the moment I meet the project manager Mario , I could say this company is the right one . The did my kitchen along with all the floor all throughout my house , upgraded my main panel service and I couldn?t be more happier with the result . I definitely recommend be home remodeling for any homeowner that want a high end service and work. thank you Be Home Team ! "
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
628 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Charles Taylor Interior Design
5.0(
12
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Working with Charles has been fantastic. He's so creative and has amazing vision with color and space. He listened to what we wanted and ran with it. He and his co-designer, Carly, brought to our home many varieties, swatches and samples of all the products I was looking at. Together we selected the best ones for all my rooms. They were responsive and worked within our budget. I highly recommend Charles and his team for any design project you may have!"
Bright remodel
La Jolla Contemporary
Family That Loves Color
Clean Contemporary
Bright remodel

+112

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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DS Legend Home Builders, LLC
5.0(
41
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job! I would like to thank Shirley and her team at DS Legend Home Builders. They did a fantastic job on our kitchen remodel. She was very patient with our design process and helped us bring it all together. In the end, The quality of the work was great. They cleaned up daily and had excellent communication on who and when the installers would be there. We had weekly walk-throughs to go over things we wanted to tweak, and they were very accommodating. After our final walk-through, Shirley came personally to go over every detail to ensure I was happy. I would like to thank everyone who worked on my project and will definitely be calling them for our next project."
Modern bathroom remodel
Full bathroom remodel
Happy costumer
Full kitchen remodel
Full kitchen remodel

+15

Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sarah Kaplan Design
5.0(
9
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Before working with Sarah Kaplan Design, my living room felt disconnected and hard to make sense of. I had ideas, but nothing felt cohesive or functional. After working with Sarah, the transformation is remarkable. She created a layout that instantly made the room feel larger, more balanced, and more modern. Her guidance on furniture, tile, and overall flow turned a space I tolerated into a space I truly love. Sarah listens, collaborates, and elevates every detail. If you?re looking for a designer who can take your vision and deliver a beautiful, thoughtful ?after,? she?s the perfect choice."
Kitchen remodel
Dining room remodel with custom built-ins and banquet seating
Guest bathroom remodel
Primary bathroom
Kitchen remodel

+62

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.3(
21
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Our kitchen remodel with McCormick Home Builders went beyond our expectations. Leoni and her team took the time to understand exactly what we wanted. The open layout design changed the way we use the space, and it’s been perfect for family gatherings. They were prompt, courteous, and genuinely invested in making sure we were happy. Really impressed!"
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by28%of homeowners
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Dina2Decor
4.3(
18
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"From our first chat on the phone I immediately liked Dina. Her energy and enthusiasm was wonderful and refreshing compared to other designers I had contacted for a comparatively small job. She made my job of redesigning my kitchen and great room easy. Dina immediately “got” my aesthetic and worked with it by presenting me with limited options in quartz, handles and colors. She suggested replacing old hinged doors on a built-in bookcase in the great room, transforming it from worn and “ho hum” to a fine piece of furniture. I am now thrilled to have a classy and modern kitchen and a great room that seems all “dressed up” with new paint, color and bookcase doors. Friends and family are amazed at the transformation too!"
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for kitchen design service projects in San Diego, 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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