--- title: "KDT Designs, Inc. — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/kdt-designs-inc-pfvwus-pf~1384619210 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1384619210.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "KDT Designs, Inc." category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/68737840020269c5_0064-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "709 Plaza Drive, Suite 2-152, Chesterton, Indiana 46304, United States" latitude: 41.6143 longitude: -87.047 phone: "(312) 919-6811" website: http://www.kdtdesignsinc.net rating: 4.9 review_count: 13 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 74 last_updated: 2026-08-18 --- # KDT Designs, Inc. Original Houzz profile: [KDT Designs, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/kdt-designs-inc-pfvwus-pf~1384619210) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Chesterton, IN - **Serves:** Valparaiso, Michigan City, Chesterton, South Haven, Ogden Dunes, Long Beach, Beverly Shores, Pottawattamie Park, Dune Acres, Bel Aire, Chicago, Ft. Lauderdale, Scottsdale - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (13 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2015–2018), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - References available - Woman owned I became fascinated with the process of turning designs into reality as a child, when I visited my father’s Chicago architecture and engineering firm on weekends. In exchange for sharpening designers’ pencils, I got to experience a bustling business world, where people played with colors, textures and styles that transformed naked spaces into gleaming gems. In college, as an American studies major, I was instinctively drawn to historic buildings and homes, learning all I could about period influences on design. I became a TV and film producer, learning business and management skills while working with a team of talented professionals to turn scripts into entertainment. All of these experiences led me to pursue an interior design degree and form KDT Designs, Inc. nearly 25 years ago. As owner of KDT Designs, I make customer service the top priority. I have a keen understanding of designs and blueprints, an eye for aesthetics, and the ability to work in partnership with contractors and suppliers. And I continue to feel the sense of fun about Interior design that I discovered in childhood. The uniqueness of each project energizes me and I love seeing the transformation, as elements of space, light, color, pattern and style combine to form a client’s ideal environment. My services range from selecting paint colors to developing and executing complete design plans. Vendors are carefully chosen, based on proven experience and solid reputations. Projects are never finished until clients are totally satisfied with the results. A job is never too big or too small. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Bedroom Design - Color Consulting - Space Planning - Furniture Selection - Kids Bedroom Design - Dining Room Design - Custom Cabinets - Lighting Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Home Office Design & Construction - Custom Built-ins - Floor Plans - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Furniture - Laundry Room Design - Nursery Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - House Plans - Custom Home Bars - Closet Design - Basement Design - Custom Bookcases - Custom Walk-in Closets - Custom Entertainment Centers - Custom Rugs - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Custom Shelving - Custom Pantries - Home Staging - Downsizing - Drafting - Historic Building Conservation - Kitchen Remodeling ### Areas Served - Valparaiso - Michigan City - Chesterton - South Haven - Ogden Dunes - Long Beach - Beverly Shores - Pottawattamie Park - Dune Acres - Bel Aire - Chicago - Ft. Lauderdale - Scottsdale ### Typical Job Cost $10,000 - 500,000 \*Our projects have ranged from a few hours of consulting thru a total home remodeling project. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | KDT Designs, Inc. | | Address | 709 Plaza Drive, Suite 2-152, Chesterton, Indiana 46304, United States | | Phone | (312) 919-6811 | | Website | http://www.kdtdesignsinc.net | | License Number | 161.002395 | | Followers on Houzz | 74 | **Social profiles:** - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=258513423&authType=NAME\_SEARCH&authToken=rWyv&locale=en\_US& - Blog — http://www.kdtdesignsinc.net/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [KDT Designs, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/kdt-designs-inc-pfvwus-pf~1384619210) - **Website:** http://www.kdtdesignsinc.net - **Phone:** (312) 919-6811 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of Houzz 2015 for ServiceHGTV Designer FinalsStyle Makers and Rule Breakers Award, Interior DesignChicago Property Managers Award for Design - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2015–2018), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 13 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Michele C, Feb. 2026** > Highly recommend Kathleen. She has a great eye for design and we appreciated how she provided a wide range of products and vendors to choose from. This made it easy to find great pieces to meet our budget without compromising style and function. **★★★★★ — HU-931019980, Jan. 2026** > I’m a pilot. In the aviation world, we use a word that exceeds expectations as “Outstanding!”. Kathleen‘s work on our home is nothing but outstanding. Her design input, colors, restructuring of a whole room for my father to make it accessible for wheelchair is incredible. That task alone exceeded what I expected. She also redesigned the master bath , the parlor area, putting in a beautiful french door all glass window separating the parlor from the main hallway. I could write a whole dissertation on how pleased I am with Kathleen’s keen eye, architectural knowledge , and excellent work ethic! I highly recommend Kathleen. **★★★★★ — elierep, Dec. 2017** > KDT has lended her support and expertise into remodeling my condo in Michigan City , IN. > From elegant carpet on the stairs to lighting throughout the condo, art, furniture and layout. Turned my condo into a homey showplace piece. Eternally grateful Kathleen for your help and professionalism. Your patience and perseverance were very much appreciated. **★★★★★ — jsamuelsson81, Dec. 2017** > Having commissioned Kathleen to review existing finishes and recommend upgrades, I was delighted to receive far more: a comprehensive whole house plan, including under-utilized spaces I hadn’t even considered. The choices submitted, in turn, were very carefully chosen Project was completed on time and well within budget. KDT listens very well and performs even better! **★★★★ — Dennis Knaup, Dec. 2017** > Our project went through several different contractors and sub-contractors. KDT was the lone constant. Her recommendations were in line with our life-style. She had multiple price recommendations for our perusal which she presented for our approval, but never pushed her choice on us. She visited the job-site daily and somedays multiple times. She quickly returned phone calls to calm us or tried to ameliorate the situation with the contractor. Hire her! **★★★★★ — Molly Riley, Dec. 2016** > We have used KDT designs for homes in Chicago and Arizona. Kathleen listened to our goals and incorporated our style into her designs. She created the perfect living spaces for both places and we couldn't be happier with the outcomes! **★★★★★ — kathyfitzgibbon2002, Aug. 2016** > I had a terrific experience with KTD Designs! Kathleen was professional, stayed with budget and consistently met deadlines. I moved from a 4 bedroom house to an apartment and was overwhelmed with the thought of moving. Kathleen presented a design for the apartment, planned the furniture to be donated and executed wonderful purchases for the new apartment. She highlighted our art collection in the apartment design as well as custom pillows and accessories. The result was stunning! > > At this time, I have rehired Kathleen to select paint colors and update a bedroom. I have no doubt that I will be pleased with the outcome. I highly recommend KTD Designs! **★★★★★ — 1bcavic, July 2016** > Successfully presenting a model home requires an understanding of the intended audience; Kathleen worked with our team in staging a multi-faceted home, designed to engage both primary and second home buyers, in this case the buyers are equipped with a sophisticated set of expectations. Kathleen presented the home in a refreshingly light and deft style that suggested to buyers multiple options for the use of space, a liberating and imaginative approach, and a perfect complement to the project goals. **★★★★★ — Meg Murphy O'Connor, May 2016** > I have worked with Kathleen for many years as a fellow trade professional. Collaborating with Kathleen is a dream - her knowledge, professionalism and sense of humor are so refreshing in an industry that can often have a lot of stress. She makes my job all the more fun! **★★★★★ — Suzanne Hines, Feb. 2016** > Kathleen helped us restore our entire house, following a devastating fire. She designed and supervised the construction of four bathrooms, our large kitchen, bedrooms, living room, and office. Her work was flawless in every respect. I was most impressed by her contacts in our area. She knew exactly where to go for the best hardwood, tiles, lighting and fixtures. We would have been lost without Kathleen and her wonderful taste. **★★★★★ — murphydesk, May 2014** > Though I knew basically what I wanted for my 1968 midwestern kitchen -- tear down a wall, update cabinets and fluorescent lighting, etc. -- Kathleen seemed to know what I wanted even better than I did as the project proceeded. She was with me all the way, telling me why certain ideas would not work well and offering suggestions. She tactfully steered me away from the "wrong" choices and people and toward the "right" ones. She helped me make use of every inch of space while providing the light and airy workspace I had always wanted. My kitchen was the envy of all who experienced it and I would not have been able to do it -- and certainly not within budget -- without her. > > Consequently, when I bought a house in Santa Fe I was 100% comfortable trusting her decisions in furnishing it. **★★★★★ — lorryc, May 2014** > Kathleen and her team were very professional and worked with us in a very collaborative manner. She is creative and gave us excellent guidance in all aspects of our bathroom remodels. Would recommend her to others. ## Selected projects - [The Woodlands, Michigan City](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-woodlands-michigan-city-pj-vj~1355196) - Location: Michigan City, IN - Photos: 10 - Description: A lovely home, situated in The Woodlands, a wetlands conservation community in Michigan City, IN. offered our firm a wonderful opportunity to assist in development and staging. The challenge was to marry urban sophistication with a casual style to appeal to city dwellers looking for a woodsy retreat. Finishes respond to the needs of both full time dwellers and those that are occasional inhabitants. - [Sand Creek Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sand-creek-home-pj-vj~1361799) - Location: Chesterton, IN - Photos: 8 - Description: This urban retreat/oasis appeals to empty nesters as well as city dwellers looking for a retreat. The client wanted staging to highlight the functionality of the space and enhance an easy flow of potential owners through the home. Furnishings are homey but not overwhelming and colors amplify the home's exterior. - [Chicago Millenium Park Condo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chicago-millenium-park-condo-pj-vj~295452) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 7 - [Long Beach Bathroom Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/long-beach-bathroom-remodel-pj-vj~593087) - Location: Long Beach, IN - Photos: 13 - Description: The clients had lived in their traditional style home at Lake Michigan for several decades. They wanted to redesign two full bathrooms and one powder room. The master bath features a spacious jetted tub, a tiled walk-in shower, and vanity area. The guest bathroom has customized beach glass knobs, a colorful tile wall border and flooring reminiscent of driftwood. The power room is the height of sophistication and elegance. - [Chicago Modern Condominium](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chicago-modern-condominium-pj-vj~295578) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 8 - [Lake Shore Drive Condo Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-shore-drive-condo-renovation-pj-vj~234627) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 6 - [Magnificent Mile Condo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/magnificent-mile-condo-pj-vj~234611) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 4 - [Gold Coast Condo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gold-coast-condo-pj-vj~234603) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 3 - [West Town Living Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-town-living-room-pj-vj~295709) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 2 - [Historic Victorian Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/historic-victorian-home-pj-vj~234617) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 4 - [Pop of Color with Simple Furnishings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pop-of-color-with-simple-furnishings-pj-vj~2648334) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - Description: The client was renting so we went with simple furnishings and chose to invest in vintage posters/art that would move and adapt to any new home. The colors reflect the vibrancy of the Florida location but are just different enough to stand out! - [Desert Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/desert-retreat-pj-vj~2649991) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Loft Media Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/loft-media-room-pj-vj~295701) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 1 - [Crown Point Dining Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/crown-point-dining-room-pj-vj~1442917) - Location: Crown Point, IN - Photos: 1 [See all 14 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/kdt-designs-inc-pfvwus-pf~1384619210) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-18.*