Experts in kitchen design and remodeling, our certified kitchen
and bath designers and certified remodelors offer vast experience in creating kitchens
that work for your lifestyle. Each of us is fully-qualified
to assist you in designing custom cabinetry for rooms throughout
your home. Our work has been featured in and on the cover of several
books and home design magazines, including Kasmar’s Kitchens by Professional Designers,
Design Details, House magazine, Builder & Remodelor, Home
magazine, House Beautiful, Woman's Day, Newsday,
and the New York Times. Kitchen Designs
is tuned
in to design trends before most firms are even aware of
them. In fact, our designers are often setting
them. Our
designers create some of the most beautiful
kitchens in the area. We are delighted that client referrals represent
a substantial portion of our business -- a testament to the outstanding
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Kitchen Designer, Certified Bath Designer, Certified Remodeler) founded
Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly in 1982 after studying
architectural design and management in college. A 25-year
veteran of the remodeling industry, Ken excels at total room
design, seamlessly integrating all the essential details of the
entire project for his clients. His work has been showcased in
the New York Times, Newsday, and Cablevision's News 12 Long
Island and nationally in leading consumer publications like
House Beautiful, Woman’s Day, Home, House and Distinctions magazines. An active
member of the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), Ken
holds three certifications -- certified kitchen designer,
certified bath designer, and certified remodeling expert. He is
a sought after public speaker on the intricacies of kitchen
design for both the consumer and industry professional, offering
creative design solutions that have singled him out as a leading
designer. Ken Kelly's ongoing commitment includes teaching
various seminars and classes on an annual basis. His
technical expertise and unrelenting attention to detail make him
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Mario J.
Mulea, CR (Certified
Remodeler)
is a professional designer and educator, with an extensive background
in interior design and architecture. A noted industry professional
whose work has appeared in numerous design publications, Mario
is a graduate of the prestigious New York School of Interior Design.
Mario excels in kitchen design and interior renovations, presenting
his clients with detailed designs, which include professional
interior design recommendations. Additionally, as a design educator
at C.W. Post University, he teaches courses in lighting design
and technical drawing. His professional accomplishments are extensive
and include teaching at other prestigious schools such
as the Parsons
School of Design and the Interior Design Institute in New Jersey
as well as local trade show lectures. With 18 decorator showhouses
to his credit and a portfolio that rivals the most seasoned designer,
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Donald
Hochheiser, CR (Certified
Remodeler) came to Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly from the lumber industry
bringing with him extensive expertise in construction and design.
Donald expertly integrates form with function, offering his customers
a practical, no-nonsense approach to kitchen design. According
to Donald, he designs kitchens from the cook’s point of view with
an eye toward practicality. Stressing that each client’s lifestyle
is of paramount importance in kitchen design, Donald’s versatility
is evident in his work, creating kitchens that speak to the distinct
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Kelly is
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graduate of the Culinary Institute of New York. His
combination of hands-on experience, education, and love of
cooking helps him create kitchens that are aesthetically
beautiful and functional. He regularly attends industry-related
conferences and seminars to stay current with product and design
trends. John believes it is the
details that can make or break a design. His
attentive ear to the client's wish list has led to many
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D'Agostino, CKD, ASID, NCIDQ (Certified
Kitchen Designer, American Society of Interior Designers,
National Council for Interior Design Qualification) has
her BFA in interior design from The New York Institute of
Technology. Taine is a Certified Interior Designer and a member
of NKBA. She has been featured in Who's Who in Interior Designs,
This Old House, Distinction, and Country Living. Taine works
closely with clients to integrate their needs into a cohesive
and functional environment for modern living. Form follows
function and beauty prevails as she integrates her many
disciplines into every project. Taine is also a professor at
Nassau Community College teaching classes in drafting and
resource materials. Her expertise in sourcing and constant
involvement in the industry lecture series seminars keeps her
fluent in the latest products and technologies.kemail-taine@kitchendesigns.comDesigns by Ken Kelly ellyfKitchen
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Schroer, ASID (American
Society of Interior Designers) is
a professional designer with 12 years of experience in the
kitchen industry. Michael is an extremely talented and creative
designer who believes the most important aspect of any design is
listening to the client. Michael is highly regarded for
his innovative design expertise and for turning his clients' wish lists
into reality by striking the perfect balance between elegance
and practicality. Michael comes from a background in custom
furniture design and completed his studies at The New York Institute of
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Grace
Kelly
Our
resident professor and co-owner is also a faculty member at
Nassau Community College. With a background in business
and technology, Grace maintains our in-house
computer systems and provides training workshops
for designers and staff. Grace designs and maintains our
Kitchen Designs Web site and hosts it through her partnership
with WWWebwise, Inc. Grace heads our
Marketing and Public Relations Departments, is the buyer of our unique home
accessories line, and creates all the artwork for
publication. email-gracekelly@kitchendesigns.com
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Kathy Geisler
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almost twenty years.
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and expediting has proven to be a vital asset to staff and clients
alike. Her organizational skills have successfully taken the showroom
and staff through four major renovations. Kathy continues to train
new staff and is dedicated to ensuring that all employees
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Ed
Duffner
is an Expeditor who has been with Kitchen Designs for more
than 20
years. In August 2000, Ed put down his hammer and
joined our management team. Ed supervises all the talented craftspeople who
will turn your dreams into reality. Ed is a highly
organized, diligent project manager whose pre-production
flow-chart system ensures the client's peace of mind.
A talented craftsman in his own right, Ed has the
knowledge, experience, and expertise to smoothly run every
aspect of the installation process.email-eddie@kitchendesigns.com
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Gualtieri
is an Expeditor Assistant. She facilitates and
coordinates the scheduling details of your installation
from start to finish. Geri's high
level of detail and communication helps to keep every job
running efficiently. With more than 20 years in the
kitchen and bath business, Geri coordinates service and
manages the installation process.email-geri@kitchendesigns.com
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than 20
years. An expert craftsman in the field, Bob has
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Times Ad: Established
25-year high profile, award-winning Wood-Mode/ Brookhaven
design showroom is expanding and seeking an EXPERIENCED,
talented, high-end senior designer for a long-term career
opportunity in design/sales. The successful candidate
will work with clients, architects, builders, and interior designers. Generous commission structure allows for a
substantial six-figure income with bonus potential and expense
account. We are a full-service company offering
designers a great support staff including a field expediting
team. You’ll benefit from constant local and national
media/press coverage and visibility in designers’ showcases.
CKD, ASID desirable. This is NOT a training situation.
Email resume to
gracekelly@kitchendesigns.com or
FAX 516-747-7676 or call 516-746-3435.
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Ken Kelly, CKD, CBD, CR
(Certified
Kitchen Designer, Certified Bath Designer, Certified Remodeler) founded
Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly in 1982 after studying
architectural design and management in college. A 25-year
veteran of the remodeling industry, Ken excels at total room
design, seamlessly integrating all the essential details of the
entire project for his clients. His work has been showcased in
the New York Times, Newsday, and Cablevision's News 12 Long
Island and nationally in leading consumer publications like
House Beautiful, Woman’s Day, Home, House and Distinctions magazines. An active
member of the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), Ken
holds three certifications -- certified kitchen designer,
certified bath designer, and certified remodeling expert. He is
a sought after public speaker on the intricacies of kitchen
design for both the consumer and industry professional, offering
creative design solutions that have singled him out as a leading
designer. Ken Kelly's ongoing commitment includes teaching
various seminars and classes on an annual basis. His
technical expertise and unrelenting attention to detail make him
a "stand out" in the industry and have earned him a
referral base that defies comparison..
Mario J.
Mulea, CR (Certified
Remodeler)
is a professional designer and educator, with an extensive background
in interior design and architecture. A noted industry professional
whose work has appeared in numerous design publications, Mario
is a graduate of the prestigious New York School of Interior Design.
Mario excels in kitchen design and interior renovations, presenting
his clients with detailed designs, which include professional
interior design recommendations. Additionally, as a design educator
at C.W. Post University, he teaches courses in lighting design
and technical drawing. His professional accomplishments are extensive
and include teaching at other prestigious schools such
as the Parsons
School of Design and the Interior Design Institute in New Jersey
as well as local trade show lectures. With 18 decorator showhouses
to his credit and a portfolio that rivals the most seasoned designer,
Mario is the consummate artiste, who can turn any room into a
showcase.
Donald
Hochheiser, CR (Certified
Remodeler) came to Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly from the lumber industry
bringing with him extensive expertise in construction and design.
Donald expertly integrates form with function, offering his customers
a practical, no-nonsense approach to kitchen design. According
to Donald, he designs kitchens from the cook’s point of view with
an eye toward practicality. Stressing that each client’s lifestyle
is of paramount importance in kitchen design, Donald’s versatility
is evident in his work, creating kitchens that speak to the distinct
needs and wishes of his clients.
John
Kelly is
both a designer and a professional chef. He is a
graduate of the Culinary Institute of New York. His
combination of hands-on experience, education, and love of
cooking helps him create kitchens that are aesthetically
beautiful and functional. He regularly attends industry-related
conferences and seminars to stay current with product and design
trends. John believes it is the
details that can make or break a design. His
attentive ear to the client's wish list has led to many
recipes for success.
Taine
D'Agostino, CKD, ASID, NCIDQ (Certified
Kitchen Designer, American Society of Interior Designers,
National Council for Interior Design Qualification) has
her BFA in interior design from The New York Institute of
Technology. Taine is a Certified Interior Designer and a member
of NKBA. She has been featured in Who's Who in Interior Designs,
This Old House, Distinction, and Country Living. Taine works
closely with clients to integrate their needs into a cohesive
and functional environment for modern living. Form follows
function and beauty prevails as she integrates her many
disciplines into every project. Taine is also a professor at
Nassau Community College teaching classes in drafting and
resource materials. Her expertise in sourcing and constant
involvement in the industry lecture series seminars keeps her
fluent in the latest products and technologies.k
Michael
Schroer, ASID (American
Society of Interior Designers) is
a professional designer with 12 years of experience in the
kitchen industry. Michael is an extremely talented and creative
designer who believes the most important aspect of any design is
listening to the client. Michael is highly regarded for
his innovative design expertise and for turning his clients' wish lists
into reality by striking the perfect balance between elegance
and practicality. Michael comes from a background in custom
furniture design and completed his studies at The New York Institute of
Technology. 
Grace
Kelly
Our
resident professor and co-owner is also a faculty member at
Nassau Community College. With a background in business
and technology, Grace maintains our in-house
computer systems and provides training workshops
for designers and staff. Grace designs and maintains our
Kitchen Designs Web site and hosts it through her partnership
with WWWebwise, Inc. Grace heads our
Marketing and Public Relations Departments, is the buyer of our unique home
accessories line, and creates all the artwork for
publication. 
Kathy Geisler
has been an integral part of Kitchen Designs for
almost twenty years.
As office manager, her extensive background in customer relations
and expediting has proven to be a vital asset to staff and clients
alike. Her organizational skills have successfully taken the showroom
and staff through four major renovations. Kathy continues to train
new staff and is dedicated to ensuring that all employees
work up to Kitchen Designs' high quality standards.
Ed
Duffner
is an Expeditor who has been with Kitchen Designs for more
than 20
years. In August 2000, Ed put down his hammer and
joined our management team. Ed supervises all the talented craftspeople who
will turn your dreams into reality. Ed is a highly
organized, diligent project manager whose pre-production
flow-chart system ensures the client's peace of mind.
A talented craftsman in his own right, Ed has the
knowledge, experience, and expertise to smoothly run every
aspect of the installation process.
Geri
Gualtieri
is an Expeditor Assistant. She facilitates and
coordinates the scheduling details of your installation
from start to finish. Geri's high
level of detail and communication helps to keep every job
running efficiently. With more than 20 years in the
kitchen and bath business, Geri coordinates service and
manages the installation process. 
Bob
Hetner, CR, CLC (Certified
Remodeler, Certified Lead Carpenter)
is an
Field Technician who has been affiliated with Kitchen Designs for more
than 20
years. An expert craftsman in the field, Bob has
now joined our field management team to ensure that every
detail is taken care of for our clients. His meticulous
attention to every aspect of the job has earned him his well
respected reputation.
Enza
Russa
Enza
is an accountant in the Accounting Department. 
