Author: Dominick Fantacone

Meet Your Designer: Before I ever designed a kitchen, I was a New York State–certified tool‑and‑die maker. When the company I worked for eventually closed, I had a choice: move away or reinvent myself. I chose to stay. With a strong math background and years of reading blueprints, transitioning into the kitchen industry felt natural — and a job opportunity opened the door. Nearly four decades later, I’ve built a career I’m proud of. I have more than 38 years of experience in the kitchen industry, working as both a designer and a contractor. I’ve been on job sites, in crawl spaces, and in finished kitchens long after the dust settles. I understand how cabinets are built, how they’re installed, and how the smallest design decisions affect the way you cook and live every day. I intentionally take on only a few projects each year. That’s not a marketing line — it’s how I work best. I don’t want to be overwhelmed; I want to be fully present for the people who trust me with their homes. When you hire me, you’re not one of dozens of jobs competing for attention. You get a designer who is personally invested in your project from the first sketch to the final walkthrough. Now that I’m retired from contracting, I focus on what I enjoy most: helping homeowners design and build kitchens that truly work for the way they cook, live, and gather. I run a small company by design — it allows me to give each client the time, accuracy, and attention their project deserves. I’m not watching the clock or answering to a corporate office. I answer only to you.