--- title: "DBK Home — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/dbk-home-pfvwus-pf~1258786422 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1258786422.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "DBK Home" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/54d3fc58019c3795_5505-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Jersey City, NJ 07304, United States" latitude: 40.718 longitude: -74.0754 phone: "(206) 353-9504" website: https://www.dbkhome.com/ rating: 4.9 review_count: 18 best_of_houzz_awards: 4 followers: 146 last_updated: 2026-08-23 --- # DBK Home > Hudson County's Leading Sustainable Designer - 3x Best of Houzz! Original Houzz profile: [DBK Home](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/dbk-home-pfvwus-pf~1258786422) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Jersey City, NJ - **Serves:** Jersey City, Warren, Clifton, Union City, Bayonne, Hoboken, West New York, West Orange, Westfield, Linden, Maplewood, Montclair, Ridgefield, Summit, Secaucus, Weehawken, Warren Township, Verona, New Providence, Berkeley Heights, Cedar Grove, Union, Upper Montclair, Guttenberg, Wallington, Basking Ridge, Watchung, Cranford - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (18 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2015–2019), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves DBK Home is an interior design firm focusing on residential kitchens and bathrooms as well as whole home renovations. We pride ourselves on not only listening to our clients, but listening to the spaces we are working with as well to help pair together what our clients need and what the home can give to help create a space that maximizes functionality and really feels like home. Principal Designer, Krystle Pickens, has been in the design industry since 2012. Raised in Seattle, Krystle feels a particular responsibility to the environment, and tries to make decisions that are mindful of sustainability in all aspects of her work. Having taken courses in Sustainable Design and Environmental Science, prior to her design degree, her design passions are incorporating various elements of architecture and nature into the rooms she creates with her clients. Our Services: At DBK Home, we specialize in utilizing sustainable concepts in residential interiors, and happily assist our clients with any full room renovation, no matter the scope of work or size of the room. Additionally, with our passion for the environment and the great outdoors, we love taking our projects outside and assisting you with your outdoor spaces to make them truly more livable so you can enjoy every aspect of your home, both inside and out! Together we will work to discover your overall style and specific needs to create a place looks beautiful and works beautifully too. As a leading expert in sustainable design, we focus on ways to reduce negative impacts on the environment every step of the way. Our overall goal in every project is to create a place that evokes the feelings of home to you. Our Process: The first step is to complete our inquiry form; Once we’ve reviewed your inquiry, we will schedule a call to make sure we are a good fit to work together. From there we schedule an on site consult, where we meet you on site and see the space(s) in question and go over the details of the room, the wants and needs for the new space and confirm a budget. From there we build out your project proposal and provide a mood board to share our vision for the space and how we would like to bring it together. Your proposal will include details of what is covered in the process, an appropriate time frame for the work and a payment schedule. We offer materials and design services only and our clients are always responsible for hiring their own contractor. ### Services Provided - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Custom Cabinets - Lighting Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Floor Plans - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Laundry Room Design - Mudroom Design - 3D Rendering - Universal Design - Basement Design - Custom Walk-in Closets - Sustainable Design - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Pantries - Pantry Design ### Areas Served - Jersey City - Warren - Clifton - Union City - Bayonne - Hoboken - West New York - West Orange - Westfield - Linden - Maplewood - Montclair - Ridgefield - Summit - Secaucus - Weehawken - Warren Township - Verona - New Providence - Berkeley Heights - Cedar Grove - Union - Upper Montclair - Guttenberg - Wallington - Basking Ridge - Watchung - Cranford ### Typical Job Cost $25,000 - 100,000 I deal with specifically plans, materials and design only. Construction costs are separate and should be quoted by your contractor. Costs will vary primarily based on materials selected, size of the space, and scope of the work. No two projects are the same, please inquiry for more! ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | DBK Home | | Address | Jersey City, NJ 07304, United States | | Phone | (206) 353-9504 | | Website | https://www.dbkhome.com/ | | Followers on Houzz | 146 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/DesignedByKrystle/ - Blog — https://www.instagram.com/dbkhomekrystle/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [DBK Home](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/dbk-home-pfvwus-pf~1258786422) - **Website:** https://www.dbkhome.com/ - **Phone:** (206) 353-9504 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Graduating Cum Laude, I earned my associates degree in interior design on the honor roll, deans list and as a member of Phi Theta Kappa. - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2015–2019), for Service. **Affiliations** - [National Kitchen & Bath Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-kitchen-and-bath-association-pfvwus-pf~1351084655) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 18 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — HU-420257993, Feb. 2020** > I have been fortunate enough to work with Krystle on two separate occasions. On both occasions it was the layout and design of my practices. She was able to transform and masterfully arrange a functional environment for my physical therapy practices. She captured my vision for the spaces better than I could have ever imagined. Whenever my patients come in they are very impressed and put at ease(which is exactly what I was going for) with a functional but homey environment. I am grateful to have found her and will be using her for my next home project as well. **Comment from DBK Home:** > Thank you so much for your feedback Juan, I really appreciate your kind response and it's so nice to know your patiences are responding so well to the space! **★★★★★ — Phil Perry, Jan. 2019** > We upgraded our powder room through Krystle. We found her extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the available products on the market. Although we had a fairly reasonable idea of what we wanted, she guided us expertly through the selection process taking into account all the variables such as technical specifications, cost, manufacturing quality etc. and she provided us with valuable alternatives whenever necessary. We will always look to Krystle in future as our first port of call for all our remodelling needs in the sure knowledge that her professionalism and helpfulness will ensure that our project is completed successfully and within budget. Her very affable nature served to reinforce our experience with her. Hats off to Krystle! We look forward to seeing you again soon. We shall always be eager to recommend her to all our friends with their home projects. **★★★★★ — Lindsay Perry, Nov. 2018** > I have had the privilege of working with Krystle from both sides- as a hired contractor to photograph her work and also as a client. Because of this I have had the unique opportunity to observe her work, the way she treats other clients and responds to their unique needs, and the way she has handled my personal projects. > > As a contractor, I have been nothing but impressed by the way she works with her clients. Everyone I have met has developed a warm relationship with her, and this has allowed Krystle to make recommendations that speak to their motivations, personal style, and the way they want to see their space function, not just look. Her ability to craft a space to fit the individual needs and goals of each person has stood out to me, from a person with a very personalized kitchen with unique decor to those with more classic taste. > > As a client, Krystle has always worked to find affordable options and has been incredibly patient even as my husband and I don't agree! She is punctual and responsible, never letting the ball drop. Having her on our side made us feel we were getting the best deals and a space we could actually use. **Comment from DBK Home:** > Lindsay, > > Thank you so much for your review, you are too sweet! I've enjoyed working with you on both sides of the project, having you as a client and a photographer! It has been a pleasure having you photograph so many spaces for me, I'm always so excited for the pictures to come back! Looking forward to more shoots soon! > > All my best, > Krystle **★★★★★ — KillerBee Designs & Historic Renovations, Nov. 2018** > I have had the pleasure of working with Krystle over the past few years. She brings with her a variety of original designs to fit any style home, while also possessing an extensive knowledge of the products and material she uses. Her clients are definitely in great hands. **Comment from DBK Home:** > Kristine, > > Thank you for your taking the time to write up a review! I really appreciate your kind words and I'm looking forward to coming to see you in your new space! > Best, Krystle **★★★★★ — Dirk R, Dec. 2017** > We recently wrapped up our master bath renovation which we had contemplated, prepared for and looked forward to for several years. Krystle Pickens was certainly a wonderful resource to have in this project. > She was patient, knowledgeable and a great listener when it came to understanding our overall vision; and although we had already very definite ideas about the major elements, she was able to give us sound advice with regards to style and design choices on many details to pull all of it together into a cohesive design. > Additionally, we feel that her biggest contribution to the project came long before finalizing and focusing on design details. Our single biggest challenge in this renovation was our limited available space and the placement of tub, shower etc.. We had worked with several contractors and architects over a timespan of over two years to find the best solution to our somewhat intricate puzzle, but ultimately it was Krystle who was able to make key contributions that allowed us to move forward with her final layout. > We would certainly recommend Krystle without hesitation to anyone embarking on similar projects! **Comment from DBK Home:** > Hi Dirk, > Thank you so much for your kind words, it was such a pleasure working with you to put together this space. It brings me so much joy to know that you are using and loving the space every day! I look forward to working on future projects with you. > All my best, > Krystle **★★★★★ — Tile Wholesalers of Newark, Sept. 2017** > Having worked with Krystle for a few years now, I can truly say she is an absolute pleasure. Krystle is detail oriented and professional. She has such an amazing vision; bringing something different to each and every project. We highly recommend her services and look forward to future collaborations. **Comment from DBK Home:** > Thank you for your kind words! We love bringing our clients into Tile Wholesalers!! **★★★★ — Carmela McFee, June 2017** > It was a pleasure to work with Krystle. It was my 1st experience working with a designer. She helped me put together a very big renovation of my master bath. It was my 1st time attempting anything like that and Krystle gently guided me towards my the many choices of faucets mirrors and hardware. She even came by to give suggestions for window treatments in the bathroom. After that experience I hired her to help me with the very overwhelming freshening up of my entire open concept first floor (dining room, living room, kitchen). Paint, rugs, window treatments and lighting fixtures. She also gave me the confidence to trust in my instincts to make my own choices for decorating. Thanks Krystle!!! **★★★★★ — Devra Goldberg, May 2017** > When I first reached out to Krystle to help me remodel my kitchen, I wondered if I would turn out to be a "difficult" client. I showed up with a stack of Pinterest photos, a "vision," and a very specific idea of what I wanted to accomplish. (This project is now listed under the project photos for the Craftsman style kitchen) > > Krystle was immediately on board, both in expanding my ideas and in editing them, bringing a professional eye to my decisions and helping me to understand the choices and ramifications before me. She was polite, passionate, and always willing. Perhaps most importantly, she was familiar enough with various product lines and types that she was able to curate a selection of choices for me on every option - from the plumbing fixtures to the cabinet knobs and drawer pulls - which was crucial in avoiding decision fatigue. Before long, we had refined my "vision" into a real plan of action, including the re-use of about 75% of the existing structures. We zeroed in on what had to be replaced or re-built and what could be kept and given fresh life. Krystle brought an excellent sense of adventure to the project, and together we made some bold color and materials choices that paid off so well in the end that even the contractor was impressed. > > I really appreciated that can-do optimism more than I can say. It was important to me to re-use what we had whenever possible, both in terms of not wasting resources and for using the budget wisely, and we succeeded beyond our combined expectations. Krystle was never short of options on the best way to get the most impact for the dollars spent. > > Krystle does not do her own construction, but she was a great construction manager - always willing to take the time to explain processes to me, provide backup when issues arose, liaise with the contractor, and be on-site for the crucial moments such as countertop placement. **Comment from DBK Home:** > Devra, > It was such a pleasure working with you on your home and bringing your vision to life! Thank you so much for taking the time to write up a review for me--your kind words mean so much! I look forward to working on more projects together in the future! > All my best, > Krystle **★★★★★ — Carolyn Norman, April 2017** > Krystle was prompt and came with ideas to give us an idea of where she was going with our design strategy. Even though we did not move forward with the project, I loved the ideas that Krystle presented and how she understood our vision. When we move forward in the future, Krystle will be my first call because I know that she can give me the completed design of my dreams! **Comment from DBK Home:** > Carolyn, > Thank you for this sweet review. If and when your project picks back up again, I would love to continue working together. > All my best, > Krystle **★★★★★ — Gaylen Matlock, April 2017** > I really enjoyed spending time with Krystle to figure out the colors best suited to us and our bed and breakfast. The colors in all the rooms coordinate perfectly with each other makes moving decor items from room to room that much easier. Once the walls were painted (the grey was perfect!), she helped with furniture placement to continue making the rooms feel large and spacious. I will continue to seek Krystle's advise as we continue to move furniture around. **Comment from DBK Home:** > Gaylen, > It was so fun working with you to help transition this space to add a little bit more of your personality to your new bed & breakfast. It was fun working with you guys, coming up with a light and fresh new color scheme and re working the pieces in the home to provide you with rooms that feel bigger and have a better flow! I am so happy that you and your guests are enjoying the new space! Thank you so much for taking time to write up a review for me and I wish you all the best in this new endeavor, I know you and Jay will do great! > All my best, > Krystle **★★★★★ — michellecschatz, Nov. 2015** > It was a pleasure working with Krystle on the design of our new kitchen. She was very knowledgeable of many different product lines and was able to steer us in the right direction when we weren't quite sure where to look or what to look for. She has a keen eye for detail and took our old, not very functional kitchen and turned it into a beautiful, highly functional space. We didn't enlarge the space, but with Krystle's design and very efficient use of the space, we were actually able to get more cabinetry and storage space than we had before while also making the space appear bigger. Krystle takes pride in her work and she has great interpersonal skills which makes her a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend Krystle for any design work. **★★★★★ — Kelly Sartor, April 2015** > Krystle was a pleasure to work with on our master bathroom renovation. Her eye for the design was just what we needed, she was patient and easy to work with. We are so happy with our final product all of the details are amazing and we could have never done it without Krystle. ## Selected projects - [Jersey City Condo Complete Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/jersey-city-condo-complete-renovation-pj-vj~5427613) - Location: Jersey City, NJ - Photos: 12 - Description: We made a variety of changes and updates to the condo while we lived there to do everything from updates, to increased storage and just making aesthetic changes to better reflect our style. We maximized our 520SF condo into a space that really worked for our needs and truly felt like home. The clean minimal details utilized in this home highlight the prewar details of the architecture. Overall the space is simple, yet warm; the square footage is maximized with ample storage and this home is perf… - [Transitional Master On-Suite](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-master-on-suite-pj-vj~2820186) - Location: Bernards, NJ - Photos: 23 - Description: This on-suite space was previously a 50/50 split of closet and bathroom, which meant everything in the bathroom was tiny. Additionally, the homeowners desperately wanted to incorporate a tub. To some people, it is more important to have a grand shower, some want an expansive double vanity with ample storage, but here, it was a soaking tub that we needed to fit into the space. By reconfiguring the entrance wall to the bathroom and swapping the locations of a few things we were able to not only fi… - [Upcycled Craftsman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upcycled-craftsman-pj-vj~2471414) - Location: Woodstock, NY - Photos: 18 - Description: This kitchen was re-imagined, using the existing perimeter cabinets, flooring, and appliances; paired with a new island, new counters, backsplash, open shelving, millwork and a little paint. The space now flows and functions beautifully. The high ceilings and simple craftsman details create the perfect space for showcasing the homeowners quirky art and collectibles; and the colors of the natural slate floor helped us decide on the colors to use throughout the space. "Krystle brought an excellent… - [Bold Minimal Galley Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bold-minimal-galley-kitchen-pj-vj~2818010) - Location: Jersey City, NJ - Photos: 11 - Description: This black, white and gray kitchen, located in Jersey City, NJ, offers a bold yet minimal design with lots of room for pops and seasonal decor updates. - [Traditional Master Bath with Wow-Factor](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-master-bath-with-wow-factor-pj-vj~1464127) - Location: Long Hill, NJ - Photos: 25 - [Transitional Master Bath Suite](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-master-bath-suite-pj-vj~5455629) - Location: Bedminster, NJ - Photos: 14 - [Luxe On-Suite](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/luxe-on-suite-pj-vj~2710958) - Location: Green Brook Township, NJ - Photos: 15 - Description: This on-suite includes a full master closet with a built in laundry space. Faucets: "Chelsea" style by Watermark Shower Fixtures and Tub Filler: Hansgrohe Axor Citterio collection Tub: Bain Ultra Cabinets: Custom Omega Drawer style vanities with Lynnville door-style in Pearl-brushed Sepia finish Cabinet Hardware: Valli + Valli Countertops: Taj Mahal - [Monroe Relaxing Master Bathroom Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/monroe-relaxing-master-bathroom-retreat-pj-vj~656575) - Location: Monroe Township, NJ - Photos: 7 - [White & Wood Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/white-and-wood-kitchen-pj-vj~894886) - Location: Metuchen, NJ - Photos: 21 - [One Bath Becomes Two](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/one-bath-becomes-two-pj-vj~802640) - Location: Watchung, NJ - Photos: 21 - [Basking Ridge All Carerra Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/basking-ridge-all-carerra-master-bath-pj-vj~894907) - Location: Bernards, NJ - Photos: 29 - [Summit Classic Hall Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/summit-classic-hall-bath-pj-vj~656592) - Location: Summit, NJ - Photos: 6 - Description: This hall bath is used by three teenage boys, and was upgraded for maximum functionality and style in this older colonial home. - [Westfield Modern On-Suite](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/westfield-modern-on-suite-pj-vj~894608) - Location: Westfield, NJ - Photos: 16 - [Crisp and Clean Hall Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/crisp-and-clean-hall-bathroom-pj-vj~656552) - Location: Jersey City, NJ - Photos: 2 - [Warm Airy Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/warm-airy-kitchen-pj-vj~5427617) - Location: Scotch Plains, NJ - Photos: 9 - Description: This galley style kitchen originally lacked an efficient work triangle and in combination with the eat-in space it felt overcrowded. By reworking the layout of this and relocating windows we were able to carve out more storage space and create a dining area without changing the dimensions of the overall room. To keep things feeling feeling really light and open, we stuck to a warm white and cream color palette throughout the space, including the use of white appliances and specifying a wall colo… - [Westfield Hall Bath Facelift](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/westfield-hall-bath-facelift-pj-vj~656601) - Location: Westfield, NJ - Photos: 5 - Description: In this hall bath, we made minimal changes to maximize the look of the space. We kept the existing vanity and tile work, which are commonly the two largest areas of budget when renovating a bath. What we did replace was the shower-door to one with a more sleek frame; the counter-tops were upgraded to a beautiful quartz; we upgraded to toilet to be more efficient; changed out the light fixtures, medicine cabinet and gave it a fresh coat of paint. We also adjusted the placement of the ceiling fan/… - [DBK Home Logo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dbk-home-logo-pj-vj~3233546) - Location: Jersey City, NJ - Photos: 1 [See all 17 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/dbk-home-pfvwus-pf~1258786422) ## Ideabooks - [Main Guest Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/112501317/list/main-guest-bathroom) — 6 ideas [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/designedbykrystle) ## Community Q&A **Q: hi. can you tell me the dimension of this kichten? thanks in advance** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hello, Thank you for your interest in our work! This is a smaller galley kitchen, measuring approximately 15' in length by 7.5 or 8' wide. The tall ceilings (9') and large window help make the room feel larger. Best, Krystle **Q: ciao, quali sono le dimensioni di questa stanza? grazie** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hello, Thank you for your interest in our work! This is a tight galley kitchen, measuring approximately 15' in length by 7.5 or 8' wide. The tall ceilings and large window help make the room feel larger. Best, Krystle **Q: Tile?** *(in Photo Questions)* Would you please tell me what the name of your floor tile is? I just love it. Grout? It looks a little golden. Thank you. A: Hi, Thank you so much for your interest in our work! This floor is a 2" Carrera marble hex on a mesh back with a mid-gray grout. Please feel free to send us a message if you need help ordering. Best, Krystle **Q: Can you tell me about the floor tiles?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hello, Thank you for your interest in our designs! The tiles in this kitchen were the existing slate flooring that was in the space when we started this renovation. The client loved them and so we worked the rest of the design around them. Hope this helps! Best, Krystle **Q: beveled tile trim pieces?** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi there -- beautiful! Did you use a flat bullnose with the beveled subway tile? A: Hi Simona, thank you for your interest in our work! We did use a flat bullnose on this project with the beveled subway tiles. Good eye! Hope this helps! Best, Krystle **Q: Where did you get the color backsplash tile?? I love it, please tell!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi, Thank you for your interest in our work! This penny tile was found at a local tile shop here in New Jersey! If you need any help with a renovation, please let us know! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-23.*