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address: "715 Grant Avenue, Novato 94945, United States"
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# Kitchens by Ken Ryan

Original Houzz profile: [Kitchens by Ken Ryan](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/kitchens-by-ken-ryan-pfvwus-pf~1199708100)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Kitchen & Bath Designers
- **Location:** Novato
- **Serves:** San Rafael, Petaluma, Novato, Mill Valley, Larkspur, San Anselmo, Sonoma, Corte Madera, Kentfield, Sausalito, Lucas Valley-Marinwood, Santa Venetia, Ross, Black Point-Green Point, Greenbrae
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (13 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2015–2022), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Influencer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 25,000 Ideabook Saves

We Design Kitchens and Supply the Cabinets and Counter Tops. Have been in the Kitchen Remodeling Indusrty since 1975.  We Supply Both Homeowners and Contractors.  Have a Beautiful Showroom in Novato, CA

### Services Provided

- Kitchen Design
- Custom Cabinets
- Custom Kitchen Cabinets
- 3D Rendering
- Kitchen Remodeling

### Areas Served

- San Rafael
- Petaluma
- Novato
- Mill Valley
- Larkspur
- San Anselmo
- Sonoma
- Corte Madera
- Kentfield
- Sausalito
- Lucas Valley-Marinwood
- Santa Venetia
- Ross
- Black Point-Green Point
- Greenbrae

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Kitchens by Ken Ryan |
| Address | 715 Grant Avenue, Novato 94945, United States |
| Phone | (415) 897-3800 |
| Website | http://www.kitchensbykenryan.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 88 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Kitchens by Ken Ryan](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/kitchens-by-ken-ryan-pfvwus-pf~1199708100)
- **Website:** http://www.kitchensbykenryan.com
- **Phone:** (415) 897-3800

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- NKBA, Novato Chamber of Commerce, Diamond Certified, BBB Certified.

- **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2015–2022), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 13 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0

### Reviews

**★★★★★ — jrsander97, Aug. 2021**

> After an extensive search, we hired Kitchens by Ken Ryan to work with us on the remodel of our kitchen.  We spoke with a number of kitchen designers and found his firm to be the most organized, the most open to our ideas (not cookie cutter) and portrayed a high level of integrity.  He was not the least expensive of options but we felt he was the best.
>
> Ken did not disappoint, he worked with my wife and I diligently during both the design and planning stage as well as the actual construction.  He guided us through every step of the way as we took our dream from concept to reality.  Not just providing advice on ideas that worked well in our concept but also on things that would not.
>
> The result was a beautiful kitchen, on budget with minimal surprises along the way.   To be expected challenges with a project of this size were immediately taken care of stress-free.  Ken always had our back.
>
> My wife and I could not be happier with the choice we made in choosing Kitchens by Ken Ryan.

**★★★★★ — C Pool, March 2016**

> Kitchens by Ken Ryan is an outstanding choice for a new kitchen whether you live in a mansion or a one bedroom condo. Kitchen designer Ken gave us recommendations based on our desires and needs. He guided us throughout the design process.  His showroom is exceptional offering us the ability to customize our cabinetry and select our quartz countertops.  The contractor he recommended did top quality work, and they got the job done with perfect workmanship.  Ken was totally involved until the project was completed.  It was a pleasure to work with such a professional.

**★★★★★ — Karen Turnbaugh, Dec. 2015**

> Ken listened to what we wanted, made adjustments as we changed our minds and was professional throughout. When we had a problem with the delivery of the refrigerator, he got it taken care of. The result of all he did is our kitchen is perfect!

**★★★★★ — gainca2013, Aug. 2014**

> We bought a 1962 fixer-upper and Ken Ryan helped us design and remodel the kitchen. We were in a rush and the kitchen needed to be start-to-finish done in 5 months. Ken's ideas on the kitchen design and the excellent customer service that we received won him the job. The whole project proceeded perfectly from there. I highly recommend checking out Kitchens by Ken Ryan.

**★★★★★ — atlasw, Aug. 2014**

> Ken helped create the kitchen we always wanted, he was very patient and accommodating with all our changes.  The cabinets we chose were a beautiful cherry wood.

**★★★★★ — radianttreasure, Aug. 2014**

> Kitchens by Ken Ryan exceeded our expectations! Ken was professional, personable and is dedicated to giving the customer just what they envisioned. I highly recommend Ken for any and all kitchen remodeling.

**★★★★★ — fahnstock, Feb. 2013**

> Ken Ryan is a highly professional resource who immediately differentiated himself from other practitioners at the inception of our kitchen remodel project .  We investigated other expertise, but Ken's calm demeanor and thoughtful assessment of layout options was impressive from the beginning. His recommendation to re-position the location of the refrigerator resulted in an unexpected efficiency within the existing layout resulting in an approximate 15% increase in counter top space.ll Initial cost estimates within the project budget proved to be spot-on and Ken's recommended general contractor was outstanding, delivering the finished product exactly as promised.  The wife was skeptical, but Ken's " no worries" approach won her over.
>
> We would highly recommend Ken Ryan for anyone giving consideration to a kitchen remodel.

**★★★★★ — messieone, Jan. 2013**

> Ken Ryan did kitchens for my sister, niece and several friends so I knew his quality work and had no hesitation to use his services as a designer and consultant to replace my kitchen.
> He asks questions, makes suggestions, knows his products and suppliers and works to get a feel what his clients want and are comfortable with.
> I was very pleased with the contractor he worked with and was comfortable having the workers in my home.
> The work was done efficiently and on time and any questions were addressed promptly.
> I enjoyed working with Ken and Mary and would highly recommend their experience and professionalism.
> I am delighted with the new kitchen we designed.

**★★★★★ — 19resobagoo, Jan. 2013**

> Ken Ryan was very helpful from the first time I stopped by his business.  He set up an appointment, no charge, to look at my kitchen and give his ideas and estimated the cost.  He gave me some simple ideas which I would not have thought of myself.  He recommended a construction company and the work began within the month. You can also use your own contractor.   He was organized and helped me along the way with...sizes for all appliances, tile stores, lighting options, etc.  He was always responsive to my phone calls when I had questions. He did the design and measurements for the entire project and worked closely with the contractors.  I would highly recommend Ken Ryan Kitchens if you are thinking about a new kitchen.  I am really enjoying mine!

**★★★★★ — michellegall, Jan. 2013**

> Complete kitchen remodel.
>
> I knew how I wanted our kitchen to look but was unable to articulate it to our builder.
>
> Ken is extremely detailed orientated and helped put pen to paper and together we designed my perfect kitchen. His 3D graphics helped enormously as I am very visual and it was easier to make changes when the "end picture" was in front of me.
>
> His knowledge and input was invaluable and I would 100% recommend and use Kitchens by Ken Ryan again.

**★★★★★ — cfreda, Jan. 2013**

> We worked with Ken this past summer for our kitchen remodel.  He was very helpful and easy to work with.  He took the time to find out what we wanted to do with our kitchen, what we wanted to spend and answered every question we had.  He did a site visit to see our kitchen and did an interview to find out how we use our kitchen, what the problems were with our existing kitchen and what we envisioned for our new kitchen. We had already replaced some of the appliances prior to the remodel and didt make flooring changes, so Ken was able to integrate our changes to accommodate for this. He had suggestions that were useful when choosing everything in our kitchen and he really thought of everything.  Ken was very knowledgable with regard to all aspects of the kitchen remodel.  I liked meeting at his showroom to see the cabinet choices.  He was also responsive whenever I had questions.  He was extremely organized and our project went smoothly.  He came highly recommended by our contractor and I would recommend him without reservation.

**★★★★★ — jbknowlt, Jan. 2013**

> Ken Ryan is an awesome designer. I had a difficult area to design where the refrigerator was and he successfully figured it out. He is very thorough and is very detailed oriented. He checks and double checks. I am thrilled with my kitchen. He works with Lawrence Fraser Construction and I highly recommend Larry as well. They make a great team!

## Selected projects

- [Peterson](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/peterson-pj-vj~6993122)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Shackman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shackman-pj-vj~6993115)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Finnie](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/finnie-pj-vj~5920347)
  - Location: Novato, CA
  - Photos: 2
- [Herrman, Mill valley](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/herrman-mill-valley-pj-vj~1338345)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: Rustic Mill Valley remodel
- [O'Neill](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/o-neill-pj-vj~2674576)
  - Location: Bel Marin Keys, CA
  - Photos: 3
- [Giblin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/giblin-pj-vj~1338338)
  - Location: Petaluma, CA
  - Photos: 4
- [Adams](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/adams-pj-vj~1338322)
  - Location: San Rafael, CA
  - Photos: 5
- [Klein, Novato](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/klein-novato-pj-vj~1336345)
  - Location: Novato, CA
  - Photos: 2
- [Pool Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pool-remodel-pj-vj~658378)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: Contemporary, Bright, Spacious, Woodmode/Brookhaven Cabinetry, Designed by Ken Ryan,
- [Marin County Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/marin-county-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~632290)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
- [Novato Kitchen Remodel - Quartzite Counter Tops](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/novato-kitchen-remodel-quartzite-counter-tops-pj-vj~632283)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
- [Kitchen Remodels by Ken Ryan](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-remodels-by-ken-ryan-pj-vj~96892)
  - Location: Novato, CA
  - Photos: 26
  - Description: backsplashes for kitchens, beautiful kitchens, Cabinet Designs and Pictures, island, kitchen island designs, Kitchen Remodeling, Kitchens Design Ideas, white cabinets Visit our Beautiful Showroom www.KitchensbyKenRyan.com 415-897-3800 email: Ken@KitchensbyKenRyan.com
- [Masseria Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/masseria-remodel-pj-vj~322382)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [Fukumoto remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fukumoto-remodel-pj-vj~322377)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [Novato Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/novato-remodel-pj-vj~151808)
  - Location: Novato, CA, CA
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: Before and After Photo
- [Dura Supreme Cabinetry](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dura-supreme-cabinetry-pj-vj~96962)
  - Location: Novato, CA
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: Visit our Beautiful Showroom, www.KitchensbyKenRyan.com 415-897-3800 email: Ken@KitchensbyKenRyan.com

[See all 16 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/kitchens-by-ken-ryan-pfvwus-pf~1199708100)

## Ideabooks

- [mary8's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5754193/list/mary8-s-ideas) — 35 ideas

[See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/mary8)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Do you know what the cooktop brand is?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: I'm sorry I don't.  It might be Viking.  We supplied the Cabinetry and Counter tops - not the Appliances.

**Q: Range** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you please tell me the brand?

A: I'm also sorry, we did not supply the appliances, so I am not sue of the brand of the cooktop/range.

**Q: Also what is the backsplash** *(in Photo Questions)*

Love the colors

A: I apologize but I do not have the name of the tile, it is a porcelain subway tile, hope that helps!

**Q: Cabinets** *(in Photo Questions)*

I love the combination of natural and white cabinets.  I just noticed that the color and style of the island cabinets don't match the rest of the kitchen?  What was the reason for this?  It almost looks like it's Photoshopped in.

A: This s a photo provided by Dura Supreme Cabinetry - I believe they used different styles to show the varied options available - I do not believe it is photo-shopped in.

**Q: Thank you for your answer on the make if the cabinets.** *(in Photo Questions)*

Do you know the style if the cabinet doors and the hardware? Thank you!

A: The cabinetry is Dura Supreme - Crestwood Line, door style is the Lancaster, Maple with Antique White Glaze,  - and Quarter Sawn Oak with Cocoa Brown.   The Island has a Vintage Panel door in Maple with Porcelain Blue Paint.  I do not have the info on the Hardware.  Hope this is helpful.

**Q: Beautiful kitchen1** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you please tell me the name and style of cabinets and hardware?

A: Dura Supreme Cabinetry, their website is www.durasupreme.com

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-20.*