--- title: "Kathryn Peltier Design — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/kathryn-peltier-design-pfvwus-pf~1325496476 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1325496476.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Kathryn Peltier Design" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/eb738b150c0db15d_6583-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "16170 Franklin Road, Northville, Michigan 48168-9515, United States" latitude: 42.4086 longitude: -83.4978 phone: "(248) 921-5770" website: http://kathrynpeltierdesign.com/ rating: 5 review_count: 3 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 277 last_updated: 2026-11-11 --- # Kathryn Peltier Design Original Houzz profile: [Kathryn Peltier Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/kathryn-peltier-design-pfvwus-pf~1325496476) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Northville, MI - **Serves:** Northville - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (3 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2015), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Expertise in space planning, commercial and residential. Specializing in kitchen design. Consultation on finish materials and color choice. 30+ years experience. B.F.A. in Design - University of Michigan ### Areas Served - Northville ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Kathryn Peltier Design | | Address | 16170 Franklin Road, Northville, Michigan 48168-9515, United States | | Phone | (248) 921-5770 | | Website | http://kathrynpeltierdesign.com/ | | Followers on Houzz | 277 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Kathryn Peltier Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/kathryn-peltier-design-pfvwus-pf~1325496476) - **Website:** http://kathrynpeltierdesign.com/ - **Phone:** (248) 921-5770 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Front cover and main story in BH&G Kitchen and Bath Ideas Spring 1995 - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2015), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 3 reviews** ### All 3 reviews **★★★★★ — Quick123, April 2014** > Kathryn Peltier Design is now a brand name for myself and my company! Words can't describe the efficiency, taste, creativity and experience that Kathryn possesses. That's not enough. Kathryn also gives over her knowledge in a tasteful, pleasant and exciting fashion. It may not always be easy, but you know it's right if Kathryn suggests it! **★★★★★ — ssstaylor, Feb. 2014** > Kathy is fabulous to work with. Great ideas, problem solving, creative, thinks out of the box -- and fun! She helped me with most decisions for a whole house build every step of the way. **★★★★★ — rhondagoodwin, April 2013** > Kathryn is a wonderful person to work with. > Although I have been working with her thru the computer, she has helped me design a house I have always wanted without having to move. > I had a small cluttered traditional homely look, which actually was depressing me and she has helped me change it to a new contemporary house that I have always wanted, without having to remortgage my house to do it. > > I cannot say enough good things about her. > She makes suggestions and lets you decide what you like. ## Selected projects - [Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cottage-pj-vj~425219) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - [Vintage furniture](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vintage-furniture-pj-vj~379964) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Toms River, NJ renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/toms-river-nj-renovation-pj-vj~641065) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Adrian Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/adrian-remodel-pj-vj~410131) - Location: Adrian, MI - Photos: 9 - Description: This kitchen remodel was part of an extensive whole house remodel and addition. The kitchen space was originally a rabbit warren of rooms, including a laundry, half bath, closet and small galley kitchen. The owners wanted a space which would change the orientation of the room and take advantage of the lovely view out the dining room doors over a pond and countryside beyond. - [Plymouth Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/plymouth-master-bath-pj-vj~268894) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - Description: The impetus for the redesign of this bathroom was to move the existing soaking tub from an interior wall to the current location, below the window, and overlooking a beautiful and private back yard. In order to do this, a few feet of space was borrowed from the master bedroom, which also allowed a much larger shower to be installed (previous was a 36" square prefab unit). - [Dutch Colonial Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dutch-colonial-kitchen-pj-vj~14667) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Bungalow Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bungalow-kitchen-pj-vj~14669) - Location: suburban Detroit area, MI - Photos: 11 - Description: This was a renovation of a very small and dysfunctional kitchen in a 1920s Craftsman bungalow. Additional space was gained in the kitchen by moving the back entry and basement stairs to a small new addition on the rear of the house. This improved circulation and allowed for a functional kitchen layout. - [Victorian House Exterior](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/victorian-house-exterior-pj-vj~124729) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 46 - [Ambrose/Peltier Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ambrose-peltier-kitchen-pj-vj~14666) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 [See all 9 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/kathryn-peltier-design-pfvwus-pf~1325496476) ## Ideabooks - [Garden shed](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24052665/list/garden-shed) — 35 ideas - [Get the Look of a Built-in Fridge for Less](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/12545103/list/get-the-look-of-a-built-in-fridge-for-less) — 9 ideas - [REO 162 Williamsburg](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/96232580/list/reo-162-williamsburg) — 120 ideas - [2 story rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23845191/list/2-story-rooms) — 5 ideas - [Our House - updated Victorians](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/101532691/list/our-house-updated-victorians) — 2 ideas - [Attic rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/129983/list/attic-rooms) — 26 ideas - [Burbrook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/98921280/list/burbrook) — 6 ideas - [Funeral Home](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/98334187/list/funeral-home) — 39 ideas - [REO 445 Monmouth](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/85205867/list/reo-445-monmouth) — 32 ideas - [Bunk&Alcove Beds](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/32683616/list/bunk-alcove-beds) — 3 ideas - [REO 349 E. Main St., Bergenfield, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/85502241/list/reo-349-e-main-st-bergenfield-nj) — 4 ideas - [REO 375 Barnegat Lane, Brick, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/81862843/list/reo-375-barnegat-lane-brick-nj) — 18 ideas - [Kushner Family Bath](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/58950863/list/kushner-family-bath) — 13 ideas - [Moses/Lee Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/72358390/list/moses-lee-kitchen) — 26 ideas - [Great Solutions for Low Kitchen Windowsills](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25381595/list/great-solutions-for-low-kitchen-windowsills) — 8 ideas - [countertop materials](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/64587770/list/countertop-materials) — 2 ideas - [Tile](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23265585/list/tile) — 40 ideas - [S. Lyon Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/60258516/list/s-lyon-kitchen) — 22 ideas - [our library](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/31093785/list/our-library) — 5 ideas - [Kitchens - vintage look](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/61336415/list/kitchens-vintage-look) — 1 idea [See all 111 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/kathrynpeltier) ## Community Q&A **Q: seeking kitchen layout feedback** *(in Design Dilemma)* We are in the home stretch of our kitchen remodel design, and after several layout iterations, have landed on this one. I still feel like it’s not quite there, but can’t pinpoint why. The scope will include squaring off the wall where the fridge is so there is a larger section of straight counter, though I have to sacrifice the fridge being bumped out. I am thinking of making the island 42 or 48” wide, and offsetting a bit toward the window to open circulation space on the plan south area. Otherwise, the cabinet design still keeps me curious- is there anything better we can do? I have elevations too if they would help. Thank you! A: OK, I truly believe that this is completely workable with a few tweaks. The refrigerator looks awkward so angle the countertop next so it mirrors the angle near the sink. What is the sill height of the bay? I think this is the other problematic area because it looks unfinished. If it is the 27" indicated - or whatever it is, the assumption obviously that it is under 36" - build in either a bench or low cabinets in front of it, and  return to 36" at the left, adjacent LR corner. This will kind of bookend the lower section. You could also add 12"d cabinets all along the stair wall. This might be a bit tighter than you want, but it would be a huge amount of storage.  Don't overthink this - it will work well. You just need to eliminate the cabinet ends kind of hanging out in space. **Q: Tiny master bathroom, 59.5" x 69.5"** *(in Design Dilemma)* Trying to figure out what if anything I can do with this small space. It is original 1950's. The tub and tile were refinished many years ago and it is now peeling off. We would like to convert the tub to a shower and maybe take out the pedestal sink and put in a small narrow vanity. Fortunately the door opens to the outside of the bathroom, but the window encroaches on the tub area. I've drawn a picture of the area, although not quite to scale. We busted the budget on this whole house reno and are trying to reign in some of the expenses, so moving the window may not happen. We will probably be in the house for another five years. Does anyone have any thoughts or ideas? A: One more thought: if you do shorten the shower, you could go with a 36"h or bit higher cabinet for linens, leaving room for a countertop on that side, which might be very useful. **Q: Great neighborhood, ill proportioned house.** *(in Design Dilemma)* Does anyone have any ideas to save this house from its awkward exterior? First home, great interior but needs some exterior help! Thanks A: You need an architect. I think changing the dormers would help immensely, but it is not a DIY project. You need to spend the $$$ on professional help on this because, in this case, it will be money well, well, well spent. **Q: Mud Room / Entry Way Furniture Suggestions?** *(in Organizing the Home)* Hi, I need entry way furniture for this wall. I am in Michigan and need plenty of storage for winter coats and accessories. We have 4 people in our household. Thank you!!! A: More....https://www.houzz.com/photos/sears-road-traditional-entry-boston-phvw-vp~1579543  https://www.houzz.com/photos/bespoke-boot-room-in-coastal-home-traditional-entry-berkshire-phvw-vp~50256747  This is a nice arrangement, with everything behind doors: https://www.houzz.com/photos/washington-park-traditional-entry-seattle-phvw-vp~20241851 **Q: Anyone know what this is?** *(in Design Dilemma)* Hi all, I found this at a garage sale over the weekend and couldn't decide if I hated it or I thought it was awesome. I ended up bringing it home, since it was really comfortable and I had the perfect spot for it. Anyone know what kind of chair it is? I didn't see a manufacture on it. The person selling it said it was from his dad's office in the late 60's / early 70's. A: Is there a tag on the bottom? **Q: Backsplash and island counter ideas need** *(in Design Dilemma)* hi everyone, please help me find backsplash that would look great with this granite. I dont love this granite, but cant afford to change it. my kitchen is white (BM Simply White color) and I would like to get a light stone counter on my island (to contrast this dark granite) because this granite is so busy worth beige/orange warm tones, it's hard for me to pick a backsplash tile and island stone. For is white tile. thank you so much. A: One more thought: a wood countertop in a medium stain would be another option. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-11.*