--- title: "Classic Kitchens & Design — Kitchen & Bath Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/classic-kitchens-and-design-pfvwus-pf~1040335224 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1040335224.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Classic Kitchens & Design" category: ["Kitchen & Bath Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/79f3494b00637a21_8638-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "#164 W. Island Hwy, Parksville, British Columbia, Canada" latitude: 49.3129 longitude: -124.3304 phone: "(250) 951-0509" website: http://www.classickitchensbc.com rating: 4.6 review_count: 11 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 80 last_updated: 2026-09-22 --- # Classic Kitchens & Design Original Houzz profile: [Classic Kitchens & Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/classic-kitchens-and-design-pfvwus-pf~1040335224) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Kitchen & Bath Designers - **Location:** Parksville, BC - **Serves:** Ladysmith, Nanaimo, Nanoose, Parksville, Port Alberni, Qualicum Beach, Tofino, Ucluelet - **Houzz rating:** 4.6 out of 5 (11 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2020), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves At Classic Kitchens, we are proud members of the National Kitchen & Bath Association. Our professionally trained kitchen designers take great pride in working with our clients on a personal one on one basis. From the original kitchen concept, to drafting and installation of your kitchen, we work with you at every stage of the process to create a kitchen of exceptional beauty that captures the essence of your lifestyle. Whether Contemporary or Traditional Style, Classic Kitchens is your source for high quality Cabinetry constructed by Merit Kitchens & Lectus Cabinets, some of the most respected Kitchen & Bathroom Cabinet manufacturers in Canada. Whether you are home building or renovating, Classic Kitchens in Parksville on Vancouver Island is dedicated to making your dream kitchen a reality. ### Services Provided - Kitchen Design - Custom Cabinets - Bathroom Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Custom Bathroom Vanities - 3D Rendering - Custom Countertops - Custom Pantries - Laundry Room Design - Floor Plans - Vanity Installation - Custom Cabinet Doors ### Areas Served - Ladysmith - Nanaimo - Nanoose - Parksville - Port Alberni - Qualicum Beach - Tofino - Ucluelet ### Typical Job Cost CAD 5,000 - CAD 100,000 Cost covers Installation of Cabinetry and countertops for an average Kitchen. Bathrooms and other rooms would be over and above this range. We are Merit Kitchens' \#1 cabinet dealer in the world, and also provide cabinetry in the more "budget friendly" Lectus line of cabinetry, making it attractive to first home buyers, spec home builders, and smaller renovations. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Classic Kitchens & Design | | Address | \#164 W. Island Hwy, Parksville, British Columbia, Canada | | Phone | (250) 951-0509 | | Website | http://www.classickitchensbc.com | | Followers on Houzz | 80 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/ClassicKitchensDesign - Blog — https://www.instagram.com/classickitchensbc/ ## Offers Check out our Idea Books for Inspiration ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Classic Kitchens & Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/classic-kitchens-and-design-pfvwus-pf~1040335224) - **Website:** http://www.classickitchensbc.com - **Phone:** (250) 951-0509 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2020), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.6 out of 5 — 11 reviews** ### All 11 reviews **★★★★★ — Teri Ferguson, Aug. 2019** > Hi Cara > I wanted to thank you personally for your kindness during the design and building of our basement suite. > As you know my husbands illness meant we needed to build a basement suite and working with you made the the process so much less stressful for me during what has been a stressful time. > You came highly recommended and I know why. You were accommodating to my schedule, financial limits and any requests we made were answered with “no problem”. > Classic Kitchens is so very lucky to have you, I felt your caring nature from the first time we met. I hope some day I can return your kindness. I will tell anyone in need of cabinets to go and see you and your staff!!! **Comment from Classic Kitchens & Design:** > Hi Teri, > > Thank you very much for your review. We understood this was a very stressful time for your family, are happy all went well and appreciate your kind comments about our staff. You were a pleasure to work with and we wish you all the best. **★★★★★ — Terri Ross, Aug. 2019** > Wow, What can I say, this company delivers. They have done my kitchen in the main house some years ago and I didn't hesitate to call on them to do my new guest house. The owner is a true professional. The office staff very friendly and efficient. What I loved most was the ease in working with Classic Kitchens and Design. Not only do they know their cabinets & handles but they coordinate with the granite counter top company, so everything is taken care of. All you need to do is give them an idea and they know exactly what to do. I wanted something totally different for my guest house and they loved the challenge. It came out fabulous. Their follow up is the best. Real perfectionists. No detail left to chance. Would use again in an instant. **Comment from Classic Kitchens & Design:** > Hi Teri... Thank you so much for your lovely review. You were a real > pleasure to work with once again. . It’s so nice and rewarding to be > appreciated and acknowledged, but we couldn’t have managed all of > the above without an awesome client like you and the contractor, Westisle Construction. Enjoy , and we look forward to getting back there and taking photos once the tile is completed. **★★★★★ — Pheasant Hill Homes Ltd., Jan. 2019** > Classic Kitchens has supplied and installed many beautiful products for of our clients. > The Lectus line of cabinetry hits the mark for design, quality and price point. > Rich, Kathy, Adena and Cara have been tremendously helpful in executing efficient design solutions that work within our client’s budgets. > The installers do a fantastic job and follow up to make sure details are addressed so the products work well. **Comment from Classic Kitchens & Design:** > Thank you very much Pheasant Hill Homes for your lovely review, and posting the photos. We at Classic Kitchens also appreciate the relationship with your professionalism, attention to detail, and striving to build or renovate the best home possible for your clients. **★★★★★ — Cheryl Harvey, May 2018** > We had the opportunity to work with the Classic Kitchen team (Leanne) twice. The entire process from design consulting, measuring to install was pleasurable and fun. Leanne was very helpful and supportive - her attention to detail and knowledge of the product is outstanding. Classic's pricing was very competitive for the first-rate quality of their products. The installer was efficient, and very helpful with fulfilling our design wishes (and a few last minute changes). I would recommend Classic Kitchen to contractors, new home builders and DIY'ers. Thank you again CK team! **Comment from Classic Kitchens & Design:** > Thank you Cheryl, for taking the time to review us. We really appreciate your input, and are happy that your experiences have been pleasurable, especially as you just recently did another renovation on your other home a few years ago. Enjoy your new transformation. **★★★★★ — patricia\_stirling, April 2018** > Classic Kitchens did a terrific job for us on our kitchen, pantry and laundry room. They showed up on time and the staff knew their trade. I would definitely hire them again! Highly recommend CK. **Comment from Classic Kitchens & Design:** > Thank you Patricia. It was a pleasure to work with your both on this beautiful transformation. Looking forward to the photos! **★★★★★ — Lynn Row, April 2018** > I found the whole process of getting quotes, design, design changes, cabinet installation and counter top installation went extremely well. Friendly, professional, expert professionalism at all times. I got quotes and concepts from 5 companies and Leanne's suggestion of relocating the stove was truly brilliant and no one else came up with that suggestion nor beat their price. The installation went very well and the kitchen is great. **Comment from Classic Kitchens & Design:** > Thank you Lynn, for your review. We pride our selves on customer commitment and service, and are happy you had a positive experience with Leanne and our company. Hope you are loving your transformation. **★★★★★ — rnewt, Jan. 2014** > We built a new house and Kay was a pleasure to work with. She was able to work within our budget and furthermore, work within our work schedules. There were more than a few occasions when we could only meet later in the evening to talk designs and products and she was more than happy to accommodate us. Everything came as promised and on time. I'd do business with Classic Kitchens again. **★★★★★ — catmorris1, Nov. 2013** > You could not ask for any better service it was the highest of anywhere we had been. > It started right from the first time we entered the show room. The staff all have a great knowledge of the products they sell. Where we learned about the different kinds of cabinetry they carried. We found their products were the best quality around and as we had a limited budget they were able to help us with a cabinet option that we could afford as well as being able to get custom made cabinets but not have to get poorer quality of cabinetry. I had pacific ideas regarding door styles and some specialty cabinets for my spices I wanted in our kitchen. We worked closely with the designer letting her know what I was thinking and she came up with design options for us to see. The installation was done so quickly and we ending the kitchen of our dreams. We will be going back for cabinetry when it comes time to renovate our bathrooms. **★ — Peggy QB, Oct. 2013** > Very poor quality of knowledge and service. Kay at Classic Kitchens and Design of Parkville came to our home, took measurements and did a kitchen drawing. She charged $250. (which would be applied against an order.) I saw immediately that there were dimension errors in her drawing and calculations: her drawing could not work. She was defensive + argumentative. We cancelled the project due to Kay's errors and unprofessional attitude. Her response was to accuse us of 'running out of money'. They refused to refund the $250. I would not under any circumstances recommend Classic Kitchens and Design. (I have subsequently had the new kitchen designed + installed by another company.) **Comment from Classic Kitchens & Design:** > We are sorry that you have found it necessary to post your review a second time. . This is somewhat confusing, however you are obviously still very upset by this experience some 15 years ago. While we did respond to this review in October 2013, as is usually the case, there are 2 sides to every story. We invite you to contact us to come in to discuss your ongoing grievance and hopefully be able to resolve your unhappy experience. This is a very long time to have carried this with you. **★★★★★ — Sarah Poole, May 2013** > I had a complete reno of my kitchen last winter and Leanne from Classic Kitchens helped me through the whole process. She came out, measured, and had a lot of ideas to improve the space of the kitchen. She was very thorough and patient while we chose the style and colour of the cupboards and all the accessories. > The install went smoothly, and Leanne came out personally to check the finished product. Finally, when I noticed one of the hinges seemed loose a few months later, Kay and Leanne ordered a new one and had it replaced right away. > I absolutely recommend this company for the great ideas, beautiful product, and the polite and professional service throughout the process and afterward! **★★★★★ — bevross, Jan. 2013** > My husband and I flip houses on occation and we have worked with Kay and her crew at Classic Kitchens 6 times now. We have alway found Classic Kitchens to be not only very professional in their work by helping us create designs for our kitchens and by offering us numerous options and price ranges, but they are also very personable which helped make us feel at ease with our decision making the first time we worked with them. > We would most certainly work with this company again, and very likely will in the near future when we remodel our own kitchen. ## Selected projects - [Rain Forest](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rain-forest-pj-vj~5699830) - Location: Ucluelet, BC - Photos: 5 - Description: For this custom west coast modern home in Ucluelet our designer Leanne Molchan incorporated the "Tofino" style slab doors by Merit Kitchens, on which she mounted clean stainless handles by Marathon Hardware. She used natural maple floating shelves above the stainless gas range. The island is custom waterfall edge countertop made up of a mix of quartz and custom woodwork, with an undermount sink and stainless fixtures. - [Vaulted Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vaulted-kitchen-pj-vj~5863493) - Location: Nanoose Bay, BC - Photos: 13 - [Hamptons On Sproat Lake](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hamptons-on-sproat-lake-pj-vj~5801874) - Location: Port Alberni, BC - Photos: 8 - Description: Our Designer Selina Hawes was commissioned for this build. This project features Lectus cabinetry throughout. Here in the kitchen we have the maple cabinets painted nougat around the perimeter and the island is a smoke grey to compliment the grey subway tiles. We framed out the island with false doors and a simple furniture base molding. The kitchen features a two step riser and crown molding, this one shown is the cove crown finishing at about 9 1/2 feet. The client wanted a "house in the hampt… - [Gulf Island Custom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gulf-island-custom-pj-vj~5765392) - Location: Gabriola, BC - Photos: 9 - Description: This custom waterfront home is situated on one of our favorite Gulf Islands. It features classic painted Prairie School cabinets by Merit Kitchens, mission style hardware, and various countertop surfaces including soapstone & live edge fir in the kitchen, maple butcher block in the pantry, stainless steel in the laundry, and quartz in the ensuite. - [Traditional Custom Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-custom-kitchen-pj-vj~5836353) - Location: Nanaimo, BC - Photos: 11 - Description: This bright large kitchen was designed by our very own Rich Hunter for a customer in Nanaimo. They were grandparents and needed a kitchen large enough to accommodate multiple families coming to visit. They incorporated two ovens, a large gas range, and two wine fridges into this expansive kitchen with multiple work areas, which opened up onto dual dining rooms. Rich used Lectus Cabinets "Manchester Style" cabinets with water glass uppers, handles and hardware by KSC Hardware out of Victoria and… - [Traditional White Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-white-kitchen-pj-vj~5853980) - Location: Nanaimo, BC - Photos: 7 - [Craftsman Custom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/craftsman-custom-pj-vj~5765506) - Location: Nanaimo, BC - Photos: 11 - [Modern French Country](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-french-country-pj-vj~5698576) - Location: Parksville, BC - Photos: 3 - Description: The clients wanted a kitchen suitable for a growing family of 6, and a more French Country look. We used a combination of Lectus “Manhattan" Shaker Doors painted nougat on the kitchen perimeter, with Merit “Prairie School" onyx painted cabinets on the island. Hexagonal Backsplash tile, Handles from Marathon, a Hickory Butcher block Island top is a Caribou by Floform, and Caesarstone Quartz countertop from Colonial Countertops completed this awesome kitchen. - [Beach Townhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beach-townhouse-pj-vj~5737277) - Location: Parksville, BC - Photos: 18 - [Pleasant Valley Townhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pleasant-valley-townhouse-pj-vj~5737231) - Location: Nanaimo, BC - Photos: 10 - [Nanoose Bay Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nanoose-bay-kitchen-pj-vj~140003) - Location: Nanoose Bay, BC - Photos: 5 - [Hinkson Transformation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hinkson-transformation-pj-vj~3078586) - Location: Parksville, BC - Photos: 4 - Description: The clients had an original "builder kitchen" in their townhome and wanted it updated to a more contemporary look. We removed the very dated glass block, replaced the cabinetry with a slab "Eco Friendly Walnut" door style, replaced the microwave with an over the range micro, added lots of glass doors and a wine rack. Mission accomplished! - [Waterfront Nanaimo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/waterfront-nanaimo-pj-vj~145353) - Location: Nanaimo, BC - Photos: 5 - [Newton Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/newton-custom-home-pj-vj~3078536) - Location: Nanaimo, BC - Photos: 3 - [Black Powder](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/black-powder-pj-vj~7142630) - Location: Nanaimo, BC - Photos: 23 - Description: For this renovation, our designer Darryl worked with the Interior Design Group to achieve a more chic, and sophisticated modern style. This project was designed using Merit Kitchen’s “Icehouse” Slab maple door, and “Tofino Slab” 1-piece solid MDF door. The kitchen and laundry room are finished in a “Natural” stain, and the fireplace built-ins are in Merit’s “New Black” Matte Paint, and “Natural” stain. The cabinetry in the kitchen and laundry room is taken up to the ceiling with a flat riser at… - [Lee House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lee-house-pj-vj~7142628) - Location: Ucluelet, BC - Photos: 16 [See all 16 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/classic-kitchens-and-design-pfvwus-pf~1040335224) ## Ideabooks - [Midcentury Modern Style Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/124938239/list/midcentury-modern-style-kitchens) — 130 ideas - [Farmhouse Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/123138914/list/farmhouse-kitchens) — 59 ideas - [Contemporary Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/123103423/list/contemporary-kitchens) — 89 ideas - [Modern Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/123141196/list/modern-kitchens) — 77 ideas - [Traditional Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/123620344/list/traditional-kitchens) — 16 ideas - [Eclectic and Retro Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/123139187/list/eclectic-and-retro-kitchens) — 121 ideas - [Blatt's Concepts](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/126883726/list/blatt-s-concepts) — 44 ideas - [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/126861590/list/bathrooms) — 2 ideas - [Craftsman Style Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/123623724/list/craftsman-style-kitchens) — 60 ideas - [Accessory Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/123141287/list/accessory-ideas) — 6 ideas [See all 10 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/classickitchensbc) ## Community Q&A **Q: what is the foot print of the pantry?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: I believe it was about 5' x 5'. Hope that helps. **Q: Could you please tell what colour the granite is? Thank you.** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you for asking! It's "Cashmere White" Granite. **Q: Vanity and tile** *(in Photo Questions)* Love this vanity and flooring/backsplash. Can you tell us the manufacturer of the vanity and tile/ tile colors? A: This cabinetry is from Merit Kitchens. merit-kitchens.com for whom we are a proud dealer for. Quartz countertop and Travertine tile. **Q: Granite countertop** *(in Photo Questions)* What color is the granite countertop? A: The granite this client used is "Kashmir Gold Light". ( It may also be known as "Cream Gold") --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-22.*