GOLDEN GATE KITCHENS

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27 years in business

9x Best of Houzz winner

Offers Custom Work

Bay Area's Nationally Recognized Kitchen Design Firm

Transform Your Home with Golden Gate Kitchens – Where Timeless Design Meets Modern Craftsmanship Discover the art of exceptional kitchen and whole-home design with Golden Gate Kitchens, proudly serving the Bay Area and beyond, from vibrant San Francisco to stunning second homes as far away as Tampa, Florida. Since 1993, our expert team has crafted custom cabinetry and breathtaking designs that elevate lifestyles for homeowners, working with designers, contractors, and developers. Step into our Los Altos showroom and meet Helena Steele, our visionary Kitchen Designer, available by appointment, to bring your dream space to life. Helena’s designs blend timeless elegance with unparalleled functionality, tailored to your unique needs. Drawing from her early career in Historic Restoration in Charleston, South Carolina, she masterfully combines classic influences with cutting-edge trends—avoiding fleeting fads to create spaces that endure. From seamless cabinetry upgrades to full-home transformations, Helena collaborates with top teams to deliver flawless results. Our custom cabinetry, proudly Made in the USA, meets California’s rigorous environmental standards. Featuring Lifetime Finishes for durability and eco-conscious craftsmanship, we use certified sustainable woods. Choose from premier lines like Dura Supreme, Signature Custom Cabinetry, or the ultra-custom Grabill Cabinets and Dutch Made which exceed expectations—details await on our website! Ready to reimagine your space? Call or text us today at 408-390-0493 to schedule your consultation with Helena and start creating a home that inspires every day. Visit www.goldengatekitchens.com for more details and let’s build your timeless masterpiece together!

Awards

NKBA member Winner: First Place California Home & Design Achievement Awards, Specialty Space

18 Projects

Design Ideas by
Dura Supreme Cabinetry

Transitional with curved mullein doors with mirror

Inspiration for a large mid-century modern green one-story wood house exterior remodel in San Francisco with a hip roof and a shingle roof

Mid Century Re-do

San Jose, CA

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped brown floor eat-in kitchen photo in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, an island and white countertops

Los Altos Classic

Los Altos, CA

Example of a minimalist kitchen design in San Francisco

Modern Open Plan

San Jose, CA

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Business Details

Business Name

GOLDEN GATE KITCHENS

Phone Number

(408) 715-3053

Website

www.goldengatekitchens.com

Address

125 Main St
Los Altos, CA 94022

Typical Job Cost

$30,000 - 90,000

Price is for CUstom Cabinetry Complimentary Initial Consultation Cabinet Design Fee included with Cabinet Purchase

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Services Provided

Kitchen Design

Custom Cabinets

Custom Kitchen Cabinets

Home Additions

Floor Plans

Laundry Room Design

Mudroom Design

Custom Walk-in Closets

Outdoor Kitchen Design

Sustainable Design

Handicap-Accessible Design

Wine Cellar Design

Kitchen Remodeling

Bedroom Design

Closet Design

Family Room Design

New Construction

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Areas Served

San Jose

Sunnyvale

Santa Clara

Santa Barbara

Redwood City

Mountain View

Palo Alto

Cupertino

Campbell

Menlo Park

Los Gatos

Los Altos

Saratoga

San Carlos

Belmont

Stanford

Los Altos Hills

Montecito

Atherton

Woodside

Portola Valley

Bay Area

Greater Bay Area

Lake Tahoe

Marin

Tampa Bay

Willow Glen

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12 Reviews for GOLDEN GATE KITCHENS

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5.0

seth and deb

Helena could not be better to work with. She has vast experience, communicates well and instilled confidence in us at every step. Her attention to detail was very reassuring. She was readily available for help and questions during the installation and delivery process also. we could not recommend her more highly.

January 6, 2022Last modified:January 13, 2022

Comment from GOLDEN GATE KITCHENS:

Thank you Seth and Deb, It was a pleasure working with you and I am so glad you love your kitchen!

Aravind

We hired Helena to remodel an old peninsula kitchen. We really wanted to have an island in there even though most designers said the kitchen is too narrow to have it. Based on some research, we came up with a rough idea on how we can have an island and more storage. She quickly understood what we are looking for and converted our idea into a beautiful kitchen design. She is so much more than a cabinet designer. She not only has a great design sense, but also has lot of practical knowledge about architecture, plumbing/electrical codes etc. The contractor simply had to follow her design. She helped us refine the window placement in the kitchen and she worked with us on ordering a custom color for our cabinets. She was very transparent about cabinet arrival times as we were in a tight timeframe to finish the project. If you are looking for a practical and beautiful kitchen, Golden Gate Kitchens is the place to go.

March 7, 2021

dstember

Collaborative, creative, iterative, charismatic, efficient. What more can I say? We are designers and home-flippers. We have been working with Helena for years. We've asked her to help us with multiple-styled homes. She always hits it out of the park. Love to work with this woman! Call her today!

February 17, 2021

Ann M

We have used Helena’s services in two different homes and have been extremely happy with both remodels. Her work is of the highest quality, which is matched by materials and subs. Helena loves to fill every nook and cranny with storage solutions, a bonus in a small kitchen! She is an excellent go between with suppliers and assures the job is done correctly. We are in our final house, but would use her again if we change our mind!

February 17, 2021

Comment from GOLDEN GATE KITCHENS:

Thank you Ann, I have enjoyed so much working with both of you!

Lindsey Albanese

Helena/Golden Gate Kitchens is a wonderful resource to have on any home project. I worked with Helena to remodel our kitchen. Prior to start on the project, she met with me multiple times to get to know me and my style, to measure, to ask questions and to make sure we were a good fit, which I really appreciated. Not only does she have a great eye for design, but she is detail oriented and practical. We worked through issues like how to optimize our storage space, functionality, flow, placement of kitchen gadgets I use and where they should go, etc. She had great suggestions for how to make my kitchen work for me. For design, I had very specific ideas for color and finish and she was able to get me exactly what I wanted. She went with me to source my stone slabs and to discuss backsplash, fixtures, etc. She was there for my cabinet delivery and install, and checked in during other scopes of work to make sure that everything was integrating properly. I would highly recommend Helena and plan to use her again :)

March 26, 2019Last modified:March 26, 2019

D N

Our remodel transformed from cookie-cutter to one-of-a-kind the moment Helena joined our project. She listened intently to our hopes, asked astute questions about how we go about our daily life, and designed a spectacular kitchen, study, and family room that has completely changed the way we live. Helena has a keen eye, a creative vision, and a wealth of experience that make her absolutely irreplaceable on a project like ours. Helena found clever work-arounds when we encountered hiccups in our construction process, and was ever mindful of our budget as she brought our dreams to life. Beyond the exceptional quality of the design itself, the cabinetry we now have is of superior quality, fully customized to our lifestyle, and built to last a lifetime. Simply put, Helena is a master craftswoman and we thank our lucky stars we had the good fortune to work with her.

August 3, 2018

Sandra Kucek

Golden Gate Kitchens provided us with a quality kitchen. From planning to the final installation, Helena's expertise and follow through made the entire process very manageable. Her ability to quickly make free hand elevations of cabinet layouts was a bonus when we needed to visualize our kitchen. Everything worked out according to the schedule we received in regard to manufacturing and the on time delivery. The finished product is even better than we imagined.

October 8, 2016

s aly

The house we bought in Los Altos had a nice looking kitchen but it was barely functional from a storage perspective. Once we moved in we found that we had to keep half our kitchen pots, pans etc in the garage. So we decided to do a gut and re-do. Helena designed a new kitchen that tripled the storage in the exact same space. She introduced some unique features to solve the challenges I posed to her. Example a ceiling height spice cabinet that has 12 shelves and is 5 inches deep. There is also a ceiling height cabinet which is 11 inches deep for all of my small appliances.- so that I can open up the doors and there they all are nicely lined up and in full sight. The kitchen is very aesthetically appealing and I actually now have more than enough storage space.

September 26, 2016Last modified:September 26, 2016

Amy

We completely reconfigured our kitchen and master bathroom, removing walls and moving plumbing. We also gutted two other bathrooms and a laundry room. Helena provided a perfect design for each space. We are very happy with the result. We interviewed several kitchen designers before deciding on Helena. She provided innovative ideas that the other designers didn't. Not only does she have great eye but she is conscientious of spending money where it doesn't need to be spent. I highly recommend Helena and Golden Gate Kitchens!

May 4, 2014

refallow

Golden Gate Kitchens designed, specified and supplied all the cabinetry in our new home: Kitchen/Bar, laundry room, children's work stations, all bathroom vanities, kitchenette in pool house and misc. built-ins throughout. During the design phase, Golden Gate Kitchens patiently listened to everything we had to say - every request, every concern - and incorporated these things into the most beautiful, functional spaces we could ever have wanted. It is obvious that Golden Gate Kitchens has extensive knowledge of the cabinet lines they work with and have excellent working relationships with these manufacturers. Our cabinetry arrived on schedule and is gorgeous - excellent quality, beautiful finishes, and wonderful design details throughout. I never dreamed we would have so much usable space - not a square inch wasted anywhere. During installation (which was not provided by Golden Gate Kitchens) any problems were immediately remedied in the most profesional, courteous manner. We are so happy with the job this company performed - we highly recommend Golden Gate Kitchens.

May 21, 2013

montague interiors

I have worked with Helena for over 20 years. Seriously. Every design she creates is uniquely suited to my clients' aesthetic needs AND functional needs. Helena's product offerings range from contemporary to traditional; she often creates her own "one-of-a-kind" look which I love...because my clients are thrilled to have something that no one else has. She is one of the most creative, artistic people I have ever worked with. She is also extremely detailed, which her craft requires. Helena is also clever with pricing and is able to customize her designs to meet my clients' budget requirements. I highly recommend Golden Gate Kitchens and would encourage you to engage Helena early in your project as her understanding of design requirements can save you time and money...and, most importantly, give you the end results you are looking for.

May 1, 2013

garyasc

In over five years of using Golden Gate Kitchens on many high-end projects, I have had only extremely satisfied clients. Due to Helena's design expertise and beautiful cabinetry, my jobs run smoothly. I highly recommend them. Gary Copeland Contractor / Owner of Sherwood Builders

April 30, 2013

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we absolutely design both kitchens and bathrooms! While our name is Golden Gate Kitchens, our expert team specializes in comprehensive whole-home design, including custom cabinetry for kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, and more. Helena, our visionary designer, is a licensed kitchen and bath designer, ensuring beautiful and functional spaces throughout your home.

We specialize in moderate to high-end, award-winning designs that blend timeless elegance with modern craftsmanship. Our portfolio showcases a diverse range of styles, from Modern Farmhouse and Transitional Elegance to Earthy Minimalist and Midcentury Modern. Helena masterfully combines classic influences with cutting-edge trends to create spaces that are both unique to you and enduring.

We offer comprehensive full-service design. Our expert team works closely with you from concept to completion, creating custom kitchen spaces and cabinetry that are both functional and beautiful. We can collaborate with your existing team or provide design-build services in-house, ensuring a seamless experience for your complete kitchen remodel or whole-home cabinetry project.

Absolutely! Our designs prioritize functionality and are tailored to your unique needs, which includes optimizing layouts for small or challenging spaces. Helena's expertise ensures that every design, whether for a compact kitchen or an irregularly shaped room, maximizes space and enhances usability, creating a truly functional and beautiful environment.

Yes, assisting with cabinetry selection is a core part of our service! We specialize in high-end custom cabinets and work with premier lines like Dura Supreme, Signature Custom Cabinetry, Grabill Cabinets, and Dutch Made. We guide you through selecting the perfect custom cabinetry for your kitchen and whole home, ensuring it reflects your style and meets California's rigorous environmental standards.

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Commented: what is the width of one of the individual windows in the set?The ceiling height will be a factor These are about 27” wide Ceiling to Soffit is 8’ To top of wall is 9’

February 19, 2024

Commented: Can I use your image on my blog page? ThanksThank you for asking, yes, just be sure to credit Golden Gate Kitchens somewhere

February 12, 2023

Commented: Who makes the Cremona bolts on the Cabinetry?Signature Hardware

March 11, 2022

Commented: where gold lightsThey were from Restoration Hardware

October 21, 2021

Commented: What is the type of wood flooring and stain?It’s white oak with a fruitwood toned finish, I do not have the stain. The photo makes it look lighter. If you like this, use it as a photo reference for your floor person.

August 22, 2021

Commented: Love the floor tile. Where is it from?Will try to find but may not still have

June 22, 2021

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