Frequently Asked Questions

TRS Designs, Inc. specializes in kitchen design and cabinetry. We help homeowners create beautiful, functional kitchens that make better use of their available space. From the initial ideas and layout through cabinetry selection and final details, we guide you through the process and help you avoid the costly mistakes that can come with remodeling a kitchen.

Not at all. Every kitchen and every client is different. We work with a wide range of budgets and help you determine where your money will have the greatest impact. Our goal is to create the best kitchen possible for your particular home, needs, and budget.

TRS Designs focuses primarily on kitchen design and cabinetry, rather than acting as the general contractor for the entire remodeling project. We can help you develop the cabinetry design and coordinate the cabinetry portion of your project, while your contractor or other trades handle construction, electrical, plumbing, flooring, countertops, and other work as needed.

Not necessarily. In fact, many homeowners benefit from working with us early in the process. Getting the kitchen layout and cabinetry design figured out before construction begins can help you understand what is possible, establish realistic expectations, and give your contractor better information to work from.

We can often provide guidance and, when appropriate, recommend contractors or other professionals we have experience working with. However, the homeowner ultimately chooses and contracts directly with their contractor.

There isn't one price that fits every kitchen. The cost depends on the size of the kitchen, cabinetry, countertops, appliances, construction requirements, and the level of finishes you choose.

Rather than starting with a generic "price per kitchen," we look at your specific project and budget and help determine what can realistically be accomplished.

Yes. Budget is an important part of good kitchen design. We can help you understand where your budget is best spent and where there may be opportunities to reduce costs without sacrificing the things that matter most to you.

Our goal isn't simply to sell you the most expensive kitchen possible. It's to help you get the best kitchen you possibly can for your budget.

That's completely normal. You don't need to have your kitchen figured out before you contact us.

Part of our job is helping you identify what you like, what isn't working in your current kitchen, how you use the space, and what you want your new kitchen to accomplish. From there, we can develop design options and help you make informed decisions.

Often, yes. "Larger" doesn't always mean adding square footage to the house. A well-designed kitchen can sometimes feel dramatically larger simply by improving the layout, storage, traffic flow, and use of the existing space.

When an actual addition or structural change makes sense, we can incorporate that into the cabinetry and kitchen design as well.

Yes. We use detailed kitchen designs and 3D renderings to help you visualize your new space before the project is built.

Seeing the design allows us to work through layout, storage, cabinetry, colors, finishes, and other details before construction begins—when changes are much easier and less expensive to make.

Every project is different. The timeline depends on the complexity of the kitchen, how quickly decisions are made, revisions, product availability, and other factors.

We will explain the process and expected timeline for your particular project so you know what to expect before moving forward.

We offer cabinetry from selected manufacturers that meet our standards for quality, construction, style, and value. The right cabinet line depends on your project, design goals, and budget.

Rather than trying to fit every customer into the same cabinet, we help you choose the cabinetry that makes the most sense for your particular kitchen.

Cabinets are only one part of a successful kitchen. The layout, dimensions, storage, clearances, appliance locations, workflow, and relationship between all of the components are equally important.

A kitchen can contain beautiful cabinets and still function poorly if those details aren't considered. Our job is to look at the kitchen as a complete system and help you avoid expensive mistakes before they happen.

Yes. We work with contractors, remodelers, builders, and other professionals who need cabinetry and kitchen design services for their clients.

If you're a contractor looking for a reliable cabinetry resource, we can help with everything from cabinetry selection and layout to providing the information needed to move the project forward.

The first step is simply to contact us. We'll learn more about your project, what you're hoping to accomplish, and where you are in the process.

You don't need to have all the answers before reaching out. We'll help you understand the next steps and determine whether TRS Designs is a good fit for your project.