Frequently Asked Questions
Useful answers before your first conversation.
Browse common questions about design, remodeling, cabinetry, timing, and working with the studio.
Do you handle both design and construction?
Yes. We are a complete studio — we design, document, and build, so the same team is accountable from the first sketch through final installation. You can also engage us for design only.
Where do you work?
Throughout the Tucson metro: central Tucson, Oro Valley, Catalina Foothills, Dove Mountain, and Marana.
Is the first consultation really free?
Yes. We’ll talk through your goals, look at your space, and outline a realistic path and budget range — with no obligation.
How long does a project take?
It varies by scope. After the measure and design phases we give you an honest schedule, and because one team runs the job, that schedule tends to hold.
Can I use my own contractor with your design?
Absolutely. Our documentation package is precise enough to price and build from, whether we build it or you bring your own team.
Can I use my own contractor with your design?
Yes. Our documentation package is precise enough to price and build from, so you can build with us or bring your own qualified team.
How long does the design phase take?
Most kitchen designs take several weeks from measure to a complete, budgeted set — we’ll give you a specific timeline after the consultation.
Will I see the space before committing to finishes?
Yes — we produce photoreal 3D so you can walk the room and review every material in your own light before anything is ordered.
Do you provide a budget with the design?
Always. An honest, itemized budget range is part of the deliverable, not an afterthought.
Do you handle demolition and construction, or just design?
Both. The same studio that designs your kitchen project manages demolition, trades, and installation — one accountable team from start to finish.
Can I stay in my home during the remodel?
Usually, yes. We phase the work and protect the spaces you’re still using, and we’ll be upfront about the times that are most disruptive.
How accurate is the schedule?
Because one team runs the job and the design is fully documented before we build, our schedules tend to hold. Surprises are the exception, not the plan.
Are you licensed and insured in Arizona?
Yes — fully licensed and insured, and familiar with local inspectors and permitting across the Tucson metro.
What makes custom cabinets worth it over stock?
Custom cabinetry uses every inch of your room, puts storage exactly where you reach, and is built and finished to last far longer than stock boxes — no fillers, no compromises.
What species and finishes can I choose?
Rift and quarter-sawn oak, walnut, painted finishes, and more — we’ll help you choose one that suits the room and holds up in desert light.
Do you install what you build?
Yes. Our own crew sets the cabinetry level and tight, so the finished install matches the drawing.
Can cabinets be part of a full remodel?
Absolutely — cabinetry is often the backbone of our kitchen, bath, and whole-home projects, coordinated with everything else on site.
Free Consultation
Let’s make room for what’s next.
Tell us about your home and how you want to live in it. We’ll walk your space, talk options, and outline a clear path — no obligation.
Studio
5635 E River Rd #111
Tucson, AZ 85750
Hours
Mon–Fri · 9–5
Saturday by appointment