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# Columbus Custom Design

Original Houzz profile: [Columbus Custom Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/columbus-custom-design-pfvwus-pf~1386862126)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Kitchen & Bath Designers
- **Location:** Columbus, OH
- **Serves:** Columbus, Dublin, Westerville, Upper Arlington, Gahanna, Hilliard, Worthington, Bexley, Blacklick Estates, Grandview Heights, Marble Cliff
- **Houzz rating:** 0.0 out of 5 (0 reviews)

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Influencer
- 10 Ideabook Saves

Feel free to contact me via phone or email : columbuscustomdesign@gmail.com

With over thirty years of experience in luxury residential design, I've been fortunate to work on some amazing homes throughout the country.

The first fifteen years of my career were spent in the high end residential interior design field with a focus on custom cabinetry design.  The following fifteen years were spent working as a luxury custom cabinetry designer, providing a great deal of interior design input on all of my projects.

For over eight years I ran the Clive Christian of England custom cabinetry showroom in Columbus, Ohio, as the Senior Designer / Showroom manager.  During this time I had the opportunity to travel throughout the United States and overseas visiting the Clive Christian Showrooms located across the world.

### Services Provided

- Kitchen Design
- Custom Cabinets
- Bathroom Design
- Custom Kitchen Cabinets
- Custom Bathroom Vanities
- 3D Rendering
- Home Additions
- Custom Countertops
- Custom Pantries
- Lighting Design
- Laundry Room Design
- Floor Plans
- Mudroom Design
- Project Management
- Home Extensions
- Universal Design
- Pantry Design
- Custom Walk-in Closets
- Sustainable Design
- Drafting
- Basement Design
- Handicap-Accessible Design
- Wine Cellar Design
- Green Building
- Custom Cabinet Doors

### Areas Served

- Columbus
- Dublin
- Westerville
- Upper Arlington
- Gahanna
- Hilliard
- Worthington
- Bexley
- Blacklick Estates
- Grandview Heights
- Marble Cliff

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Columbus Custom Design |
| Address | Columbus, Ohio, United States |
| Phone | (614) 745-7612 |
| Website | http:// |
| Followers on Houzz | 11 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Columbus Custom Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/columbus-custom-design-pfvwus-pf~1386862126)
- **Website:** http://
- **Phone:** (614) 745-7612

## Selected projects

- [Houzz Cabinet Drawings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/houzz-cabinet-drawings-pj-vj~2832582)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [Clive Christian of Columbus](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/clive-christian-of-columbus-pj-vj~2798554)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Phoenix Adobe Home Sun Study](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/phoenix-adobe-home-sun-study-pj-vj~2668309)
  - Location: Phoenix, AZ
  - Photos: 3
- [Misc. Houzz Posts](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/misc-houzz-posts-pj-vj~2668307)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Kentucky Riverside Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kentucky-riverside-estate-pj-vj~2610921)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [Columbus Luxury Condos](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/columbus-luxury-condos-pj-vj~2610888)
  - Location: Columbus, OH
  - Photos: 3

[See all 6 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/columbus-custom-design-pfvwus-pf~1386862126)

## Ideabooks

- [columbuscustomdesign's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/89379124/list/columbuscustomdesign-s-ideas) — 4 ideas
- [Clive Christian of England](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/96842108/list/clive-christian-of-england) — 5 ideas
- [Pueblo Transitional - Exterior](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/89379123/list/pueblo-transitional-exterior) — 6 ideas

[See all 3 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/columbuscustomdesign)

## Community Q&A

**Q: master bath layout** *(in Building a Home)*

Honest opinions of this master bath layout please. 
It is 14x 19.75ft without the WC.

A: Hi Wysmama - I think the original tub concept looked better versus the clipped corners on the tub deck - are you opposed to the freestanding tub idea ?
Getting rid of that strange bumpout inside the left walk-in closet will make the closet shelving install go smoother.

**Q: Help with home orientation + layout suggestions** *(in Building a Home)*

Hi All - I've spent a few weeks reading this wonderful forum and was hoping to draw from all the wonderful feedback here.
We are currently in the beginning phase of building our first (and hopefully last) custom home.  We own the property and are in the design phase at the moment.  Our last homes have been existing with one tract builder new build.  Trying to learn all the "gotchas" and "bank for the buck" situations right now.
The lot we selected has views to the West and the property is in the deep South (Hoover, AL).  I have always wanted a sunset over the lake view, but did not realize the challenges associated with such an orientation.  I was hoping to orient the house more westward, but here is an example of what a designer/builder has suggested.



We have been drawing inspiration from this plan (https://www.architecturaldesigns.com/house-plans/imagine-the-views-290017iy).



We are thinking about extending the 2 car garage into a 3 car, and where the 1 car garage is to build an in-law suite.  Modifying the kitchen area to add a larger morning room area.



The second floor might be very different compared to the stock drawing.  We are thinking about building bedrooms over the 1st floor Master and in law suite, maybe a 3rd bedroom and not finishing the area over the garage.

If there is any other information that I might provide, please let me know!  Also if you're bored and want to read the neighborhood guidelines, they're pretty extensive (Guidelines)

A: Hi Sam,
The updated plan is looking pretty good - you've done a good job making the layout your own and cutting down on the square footage.  Apologies for the delay in responding - I saw the post a few days ago and haven't had time to reply.
The two main areas that I think need a little work are the great room and the back hall / mudroom / laundry area.
The great room appears to be 17' x 20 something - I can't quite make out any of the dimensions.  Ideally, with the three walkways ( top, bottom, and right) in the great room, a 19' or 20' width will give you room for plenty of furniture and space for your walkways.
The back hall area needs a little more TLC - I think a larger mudroom with more of a drop zone and additional storage / coat closet would be good.  You could potentially merge the powder and guest bath, picking up a little more space for the mudroom and laundry room areas.
In the foyer, be sure to visualize your view into the great room as you come in the front door.  
You could make the dining room more of a flex space - dining / study / sitting room.  
The kitchen does feel a little small and the breakfast area feels a little large.  I'll see if I can come up with any ideas.
In 2-d the sitting area off of the master feels extra / removable, but in the 3-d view it has a definite visual appeal.  It would be an extra expense, but you'd need to weigh the pros and cons of it.
I'd be happy to give you some additional input as well as layout furniture to scale in the great room, dining room, master, and breakfast area to see how those rooms are working.  Feel free to email me a higher res floorplan and I'll work on it today.

**Q: Living Room Ceiling Height** *(in Building a Home)*

We are currently designing a custom home. The house will be 7000 ft Heated and Cooled and just under 10,000 under roof. The area of concern is the living room. I just changed the plan from having a 2 story living room ceiling to a 10ft ceiling. All of the downstairs ceilings will be 10ft with 8ft doors. The master bedroom will be the only exception and it will have a vaulted ceiling. I'm wondering if 10ft ceilings will be too low. The Kitchen and Main living area are one large open space separated by an arch in the ceiling. The general style of the home is French Country. Please help me with this. Thank you so much!

A: Hi Chad,
Congratulations on your future home !
Some of the most interesting homes I've owned have had a variety of ceiling heights.  One had a vaulted ceiling in the master, 9 foot ceilings in the majority of the rooms, and a 12 foot high ceiling in the great room.  Another had 9 foot ceilings in most of the rooms and a two story great room and foyer.
Heating and cooling bills were definitely higher but not as high as one would assume.  Yes the taller ceilings aren't as comfy cozy as lower ceilings, but you'll have other rooms for that.  Both of those homes had smaller den / sitting / tv rooms.

**Q: new house construction** *(in Building a Home)*

After much discussion with our design-builder, we have a home plan that is perfect for our four acres of land in rural Alabama. I always value feedback and could use more opinions on whether anything should be changed. Thank you.

A: Hi Kher - congratulations on your future home ! I agree with the majority that feel it's a pretty nice layout. I highly recommend that you get furniture drawn up, to scale, in all of the rooms on your drawings and make sure that the room sizes are going to work well for you.

**Q: Kitchen Design - New Construction Layout Plan Review PLEASE** *(in Kitchens)*

Would like to get some advice on this kitchen design.

This kitchen is for our new construction home, currently being framed.  Married to my beautiful wife and we have two boys (7,9).   We are constantly on the run with activities, therefore we do NOT cook often nor do we bake either.   When we cook, it is usually for a football party or when we have friends over and entertain.

Have considered removing the prep sink for the reasons above.  Let me know what you all think on this layout?   Cabinet design has not started yet, but will be full custom and thinking of going with Inset Design.

Thanks

A: Hi Todd,
Congratulations on your soon to be new home !  What type of style / look do you envision for your kitchen ?  For your overall home ?  You have a fair mix of traditional, transitional, and modern looking photos in your idea books.  
Going through your idea books I couldn't seem to find one for your kitchen... 
I would highly recommend that you put together a small collection of kitchen photos that appeal to you.  By doing so, you may answer many of the questions you have about the appliances.  A large range is going to have a very different look and feel versus a cook-top / range-top with separate ovens.

**Q: Cramped Craft Room in New Home!** *(in Building a Home)*

My husband and I are building our "forever home" but we are running into huge issues planning the office/craft room/future playroom/family room. I think part of the problem (if not the whole problem) is that I am envisioning a multi-purpose room in too small a space. I would LOVE for someone to help me see something I don't - any Tiny House Hunters fans here?! - or for someone to tell me once and for all that I'm crazy and I need to move on with life because the room is just too small. 



In a perfect world, I would like to figure out a way to maximize this space in the best way possible. I am all for under-desk storage, wall storage (maybe floor-to-ceiling shelves on one wall?). I'm open to suggestions for small furniture, suggestions for WHERE to put everything, literally any ideas at all. 

Here are the details:

The room will be approx. 12'8" x 13'8" with 9' ceilings
PROBLEM \#1: I need a sink in the room, but would like for it to be hidden (like the attached photo below). I have a side business (Etsy shop - etsy.com/shop/sylvanandgold) that involves painting, so the sink is non-negotiable because I need it close by in order to wash brushes and for other crafting activities in general. \*However, the sink does not have to stay where it currently is drawn in the plans.\* I'm open to it being moved anywhere in the room that makes sense. It also does not need a 6' counter, that was just the architect trying to help scale.
PROBLEM \#2: I would like to put a big table with lots of organization space (I'm picturing something like a kitchen island) so that I don't need to put a lot of other furniture in the room for paints, supplies, etc. I need a large working area because the signs I make are pretty big.
PROBLEMS \#3-12: Here's where I'm running into the most problems... I would also like for this space to incorporate a TV (mounted on wall so no space needed for TV stand), a small couch, and basic play area so that my \*future\* kiddies can hang out in there while I'm working. When they're older, I'd love for them to hang out in there to do homework, play video games, hang out with friends and watch TV separately from mommy and daddy :). Basically, I want the space to function as an office/playroom AND a second family room. Am I nuts? Is this impossible? Where should the TV go? Where should the couch go? What about the big "work" table?
Another issue is that this room has a lot of windows. I'm not sure why this is a problem, but an interior designer told me it was.
The wall space in between the two windows on the left is approx. 4'5"
I would really like to keep the french doors! This room will be at the very front of the house, so I love that the french doors will be the first things guests will see. The path of where they open take up a bit of space, not sure if that's adding to the problem. I guess I could switch to pocket french doors, but the effect won't be the same :(

If anyone actually took the time to read all of this and to throw out some suggestions - WOW, thank you so much!! I honestly didn't know what else to do and I figured this couldn't hurt. Any and all feedback is appreciated! 

Idea for hidden sink/storage:

A: Hi Ana - congratulations on your soon to be new home !  I think the size of the room as drawn is perfectly fine.  My home office / sitting room is actually quite a bit smaller than the space you'll have and it works quite well.  Here's a drawing of the two -
Looking at my space on paper it looks terribly small but in reality it's actually quite comfortable.  I'm sitting in it right now and it doesn't feel small or cramped at all.
As Mrs. Pete had suggested, flanking a small sofa / loveseat with bookshelves on each side of the front window would look and work quite well.  I've considered doing the same thing on each side of my 60 inch loveseat in my room (I've drawn a 72 inch loveseat in your drawing.)
I'd keep the french doors - I had them in one of my first homes and loved them. You can always keep one closed on a daily basis, using the other to enter and exit the room.  
The only thing you would need to work out with the built in's would be the two windows on the left wall.  You could do smaller higher windows that don't intersect the cabinetry or you could potentially center one or two windows on that wall away from the cabinetry.

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