For decades I've read North Shore real estate listings that emphasize the house has a "de Giulio…read morekitchen," so I knew the company had a good reputation. We needed to finish off our kitchen and wanted it to make a strong first impression as we consider putting our house on the market because we'll soon be downsizing. I did some research and was more impressed with Mick de Giulio the more I learned about him. He's truly an international figure in kitchen design - quoted often, been on network TV shows, and working around the globe. We hired de Giulio Kitchen Design and were impressed from start to finish. Beautiful, on time, and on budget. It was expensive, but all good kitchen remodels are expensive. We genuinely liked every person we worked with from de Giulio. We ended up with a kitchen that we love that gets the desired "Wow!" response when friends first see it.

Well worth the cost, De Giulio is as good as it gets for kitchen design. Their service is…read morefantastic, as it should be. I've done quite a few projects with them and we always come within budget which says everything. Huge fan of this team!

Kitchen Classics assisted with a major remodeling project 24 years ago. We loved the results and…read moreour kitchen has remained timeless, thanks to these great people. Thankfully, Kitchen Classics is still in business. We asked them to return and simply replace the doors, hinges and appliances plus some other minor matters. The results were as great as the initial effort. Chuck Heller and his group are dedicated to the highest quality of service. I can't provide more praise. You will not be disappointed, today and tomorrow.

When I needed help recently finding replacement parts for my kitchen cabinets, I searched high and…read morelow for months with no luck. Then someone recommended I talk to Chuck at Kitchen Classics. He not only located the parts I needed, but was very responsive and a pleasure to work with. I would certainly reach out to him again for designing and updating a kitchen.

We were warned repeatedly: "A kitchen remodel will be a nightmare--don't live there while it's…read morehappening!" That, along with a few other cautions, set our expectations before starting our project with Kitchen & Baths Unlimited. For my wife and me, however, the experience turned out very differently. We cannot say enough great things about Nancy (design), Owen (project management) and the entire team that meticulously executed the remodel. While I work from home and my wife commutes downtown, we decided to move forward with gutting and remodeling the vintage kitchen in our 100-year-old farmhouse in Evanston--and we couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. Yes, the demolition phase was a bit loud, as expected. But after that, the usual construction noise--hammering and drilling--was manageable. The team did an excellent job minimizing disruption: adjacent rooms were carefully sealed to contain dust, wood floors were protected with panels, and window treatments were wrapped in plastic. Design selections were also made easy thanks to Nancy, who guided us through choosing colors, cabinets, and countertops that matched our vision. The result is a beautiful transformation from a neglected, dingy farmhouse kitchen into a bright, modern farmhouse space. The Italian tile backsplash complements the quartz countertops with subtle veining. The lower cabinets are a soft gray, while the upper cabinets are white, creating a clean and balanced look. We also upgraded our appliances and fixtures, including LED ceiling lights, a Bosch microwave drawer, a professional KitchenAid range with a matching hood featuring an infrared sensor, and a modern stainless-steel farmhouse sink with a gentle bow. Despite an initial delay with the permit office due to a previously applied for permit that KBU helped us manage, the project stayed on schedule. We made a few minor upgrades along the way, but thanks to Owen and Nancy's guidance, we remained on time and within our overall budget. The KBU crew was professional, punctual, and highly skilled. Communication was seamless--especially since I was working from home--which helped address questions quickly and keep the project moving efficiently. In the end, we passed all inspections and received written approval from the village within a day. For us, this remodel was a great success. Thank you to Nancy, Owen, Patricia, Rade, and the entire team! You are the BEST!

We just finished a complete remodel with KBU--kitchen and three baths. We started with Kelly, and…read moreshe was outstanding. Ownership changed, and we were concerned that the new owners would not deliver the same kind of product as previous owners. Not a worry. The new owners have the same dedication to the client and are also a pleasure to work with. We love the finished product and we are very happy with owner, Owen and crew leader, Rade. We had a budget for this very large project, and they helped us stay within that amount. We never felt that we had to skimp on choices to stay in budget. One of the best things about Owen is he responds immediately. No matter what day or time we'd text, email or call, Owen responded within the hour and often faster. And his response was always positive and supportive. Any issues or problems? He took care of them without any hesitation. He wanted us to be satisfied and happy with the results. And we are. One of the other tradespeople broke an item and is replacing it, but it won't arrive for several months after our remodel is complete. No problem, Owen will have Rade install that item for us when it arrives. To us, that says a lot about Owen and his business philosophy. We consider ourselves so fortunate to have Rade and Jesus as our crew. Rade does things the right way. He never skimped or took shortcuts. Even if it was more difficult or took more time, Rade did it the right way. Rade also wanted us to be happy with the results. He is thorough, professional, skilled and experienced. Many times there were choices and decisions, and we were not sure which to do. We had so much confidence in Rade's experience and skill that we deferred to his suggestions. We were never disappointed. Remodeling can be a stressful mess, but the people at KBU make it as stress free as possible. They are a pleasure to work with and to know.

Mona Lisa Stone & Tile recently tiled the wall around my fireplace. The designer I worked with,…read moreJasmin, helped me to choose the perfect design and tile for the room. She listened to my ideas, then she was creative and responsive in making it happen. The installers completed a fairly challenging mitered edge that gave the whole project a very finished look. I couldn't be happier with the experience.

Fantastic customer service. Good contractor pricing. Good selection for my customer. Recommendedread more

Leo is the man! Love my new bathrooms. Had a great experience with Premier Remodeling Services. Leo…read morewas fantastic to work with--clear, responsive, and easy to communicate with throughout the project. I was really impressed with the speed and quality. His cost & timeline estimates were accurate, and the quality of the work is truly top tier. We'd absolutely work with them again and highly recommend them.

This company overcharged me by thousands of dollars. After they installed my floors they looked…read moredirty and had streaks on them. I called them up and they used a floor polish that didn't make it any better. It actually made it worse. They didn't use furniture pads that I bought for them to put under the couch and other furniture. I thought they used them and when I tried to move my couch, it scratched the floor. When I called them, they said it wasn't their responsibility to use the furniture pads or to get the streaks out so it looks like a new floor. They were very rude. I ended up hiring a new company for $3500 to get my floors looking the way they should've the first time. I would never use them again. They said there's nothing more they could do and it wasn't their responsibility to put on the furniture pads. I talked to the president of the company and he was very rude. I ended up having to go to a new firm and spend $3500

Paige is a natural. She has a great eye. She picked out wall colors, wall covering, kitchen…read moreknobs, artwork and accent pieces I never would have known to choose that look fabulous! Paige has a warm, mellow vibe that takes away the stress of home projects. Another plus is she is on the affordable side. Hire her!

From the owner: Eclectic, Beautiful, Bold Interiors. We are the design destination for those that love lacquer,…read morewallpaper, a fun print, and ultimately want their home to be unique. We are not a copy and paste kind of firm. People that come to us want artsy, interesting, personal spaces and are happy to sit back and let us lead. We can't wait to create with you and make your dream space come to life.

DDK got me the kitchen of my DREAMS! The beautiful red head Dana was our designer and not only is…read moreshe super talented but she's easy to work with. We had a tight space and wanted it all and somehow she got us everything that we wanted and more. We LOVE her suggestions too as she's UP on all the latest kitchen appliances. Thank you DDK for making my kitchen dreams come true!

Jennifer Rahaley did an amazing job helping with the renovation of my kitchen. She comes to the…read moretable with so much knowledge and patience. We love our kitchen!! THANK YOU to everyone at DDK and Dutch Made.

Kitchen & Bath Mart gave us the best renovation experience we have ever had! We had a horrible…read moreexperience with another company who only replaces showers. We were a bit skittish about redoing the rest of the bathrooms, but after meeting George at Kitchen & Bath Mart, we immediately trusted him. George did not disappoint. He (and Joe) thoughtfully designed two beautiful bathrooms, which perfectly matched two showers that they didn't even put in. George was unfailingly prompt, reliable, thorough and professional, every step of the way. George, Joe and Dennis kept us updated, started our project exactly when they said they would, and helped to create two bathrooms that felt like luxury at a very reasonable cost. The construction team, headed by Shaun, was as professional, prompt, courteous, and detail-oriented as George and his team. Shaun and his team were even able to help us with much-needed drywall and paint repairs in our home, which were not part of our original project. We are forever grateful to Kitchen & Bath Mart! We will definitely go back when and if we ever need to redo our kitchen. Highly, highly recommend. Kitchen & Bath Mart is one in a million.

Sales man was amazingly rude! It felt like I was transported back twenty years ago when a women of…read morecolor walks into a store and the white sales man assumes you don't know what you're talking about and talks down to you and then tells you that the store only sells mid to high range items that are above your range. And how did he know what my price range was? Cause he didn't ask. So go here if you want that to happen.

We were connected with Angela L. at the Lincolnwood location and honestly, it turned out to be the…read morebest thing that could have happened for our bathroom renovation! Angela is absolutely phenomenal. We were becoming overwhelmed by the sheer number of tile, vanity, and fixture options available at various locations. She has an incredible eye for detail and quickly helped us zero in on selections that felt perfect for our space! She listened, understood our vision, and made what could have been a stressful process genuinely enjoyable. What really set her apart was her responsiveness and communication style. She was prompt, proactive, and always kept us in the loop. We never once felt rushed or pressured, which has made all the difference. Highly recommend working with Angela if you have the opportunity!

We built a house decades ago and always assumed Studio 41 was a bit uppity and out of our budget…read more Boy, was I wrong. We're currently remodeling a bathroom and moving at light speed when my contractor asked me to pick up a drain from Studio 41. I wondered why Home Depot--or even Chicago's own Faucet Shoppe--wouldn't have the part. But he knew exactly where it would be in stock. When I arrived, I was immediately greeted and shortly after met Angela. Even though I only needed one small part, she gave me her full attention and never rushed me. Later, after selecting tile, I thought--why not reach out to Angela again? I'm so glad I did. Her knowledge of the products is remarkable, and her eye for detail is truly unmatched. I left with everything we needed for our project, feeling 100% confident about our remodel. We only gutted the bathroom yesterday, and tomorrow all of my parts will be delivered by noon. Thank you, Angela. I truly appreciate your time, expertise, and thoughtful price consideration for our budget. We'll be back for the kitchen remodel!

We are overall happy with the way the shower turned out, but there were a few things that left me…read morefeeling less than satisfactory. After reviewing the scope of the project, it was estimated that it would take a week and a half to complete. Not only did it take over a month to eventually complete, the days that the team would work were unpredictable. On several occasions, as the team would leave for the day, they would tell us they will be back tomorrow, and then not show up. Or, they wouldn't be able to tell us when they would come next, and would surprise us a few days later. They ended up needing to complete this project after I had delivered my baby (original timeline would've been completed weeks prior to my due date). Additionally, we noticed there were a few design decisions that were made without consulting us, like the drywall of the shower/re-installation of the water gauge (it's now not flush with the wall and very loose) and the selection of tile at the base of the shower that doesn't match the floor. He had offered to come fix the water gauge, but after coming to look at the issue, he has not gotten back to us in 5 weeks. I had high hopes for this project, and while it still looks nice, the lack of communication made it really difficult to want to recommend Peter or use his team again for future projects.

I recommend Piotr and his team. We hired them to renovate our kitchen and master bath. They quoted…read moreus a fair price and delivered both projects on budget. They were respectful and responsive and easy to work with and we're very happy with the finished product. We would definitely hire them again for future work.