Certified Aging in Place Specialists

Experience:
More than 20 years experience in the remodeling industry specializing in kitchens, baths and additions. Prior to his design and remodeling experience Kevin spent many years working in all aspects of the restaurant industry from smaller independently owned restaurants to large luxury hotels. He brings that experience with him when he designs kitchens and has won many design awards for his work.

Design Philosophy:
When designing spaces for clients he feels it is extremely important to understand who the clients are and how they will use their spaces. Kevin listens attentively to their concerns and wishes and then produces a plan that incorporates those details as well as creating a beautiful and functional space. He is adept in any design style from Old World or Traditional to Transitional and Modern. He uses restraint when it comes to design. He feels too many designers make the mistake of overdesigning a space making the space too busy or cluttered. He often categorizes his design philosophy as “understated elegance”.

Interests:
Food and wine (cooking and eating) Music – contemporary jazz, blues Playing music – guitar, piano Traveling – usually to places known for great food and music (also beaches). Spending time with family and friends (usually with good food and music).

Experience:
My introduction to the remodeling industry started by swinging a hammer for a builder on Martha’s Vineyard during the summers starting in High School. My passion for construction grew and by the time I graduated college, I knew that owning and running my own construction company was what I wanted to do. Since that time I have immersed myself in creating a design/build company that delivers great projects and great experiences. As our industry is always evolving on so many fronts I am constantly educating myself regarding design trends, “green” concepts and construction technology.

Design Philosophy:
I believe that great design is a function of actively listening to our client’s needs and wants and then spending time digging in a little deeper to challenge those assumptions to ensure that our solutions are truly appropriate, add value and improve the quality of our client’s lives. I also believe that fantastic designs that go unbuilt and exist only on paper are not worth much. To that end I think it is important to have open and honest conversations about budget early in the design process. This allows us to avoid the all too common sticker shock that often comes at the end of the design process.

Interests:
I enjoy spending time with my wife and four kids, exercise, upland game hunting, salt water fishing(as much as my marriage will allow), building furniture in my shop and volunteering for various organizations in the Merrimack Valley.