--- title: "Atlantic Designs — Kitchen & Bath Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/atlantic-designs-pfvwus-pf~1580358288 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1580358288.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Atlantic Designs" category: ["Kitchen & Bath Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/31e3e6b40c13217d_3142-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "224 Main Road -New Design Studio Now Open!, Holden, Maine 04429, United States" latitude: 44.7208 longitude: -68.6165 phone: "(207) 503-3930" website: https://www.kitchensbyad.com/ rating: 5 review_count: 10 years_in_business: 32 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 12 last_updated: 2026-09-12 --- # Atlantic Designs > Holden's Recognized Kitchen & Bath Design Firm \| Best of Houzz 2020 Original Houzz profile: [Atlantic Designs](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/atlantic-designs-pfvwus-pf~1580358288) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Kitchen & Bath Designers - **Location:** Holden, ME - **Serves:** Bangor, Orono, Brewer, Ellsworth, Hampden, Old Town, Hermon, Bar Harbor, Bucksport, Winterport, Orrington, Holden, Eddington, Veazie, Dedham, Frankfort, Clifton, Otis, Mariaville, Webster - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (10 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2020–2024), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Recommended on Houzz - 500 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Family owned - 32 years in business - Responds Quickly ### Business highlights - Best of Houzz winner - 32 years in business - Family owned - Responds Quickly "Authorized StarMark Cabinetry Dealer" 35 Years- Locally owned and family operated... here at Atlantic Designs we take pride in creating beautiful kitchens for every budget. With our Semi and Full Custom lines like our Starmark Cabinetry and Glenwood Kitchen lines there are endless possibilities. And with a our Semi Custom cabinetry line, Wellborn Forest, we can design everything from your apartment kitchens to your dream home and help you stay in budget. Our designers work hard and go the extra mile to supply you with the kitchen features you want and need, and giving you the service you expect, while taking into account your budget, excellent workspace flow and overall design aesthetics. We want every one of our customers to be proud of their kitchen from Atlantic Designs, while enjoying the cabinetry and countertops for years to come! We make the kitchen and cabinetry installation easy, we can work with your installer or we can do the installation for you, it’s your choice. ### Services Provided - Kitchen Design - Custom Cabinets - Bathroom Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Custom Bathroom Vanities - 3D Rendering - Custom Countertops - Custom Pantries - Laundry Room Design - Floor Plans - Mudroom Design - Universal Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Custom Walk-in Closets - Pantry Design - Sustainable Design - Basement Design - Handicap-Accessible Design - Vanity Installation - Green Building - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Cabinet Doors ### Areas Served - Bangor - Orono - Brewer - Ellsworth - Hampden - Old Town - Hermon - Bar Harbor - Bucksport - Winterport - Orrington - Holden - Eddington - Veazie - Dedham - Frankfort - Clifton - Otis - Mariaville - Webster ### Typical Job Cost $500 - 100,000 We offer kitchen, bath, closet, mudroom, and office design and cabinetry for small to large projects ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Atlantic Designs | | Address | 224 Main Road -New Design Studio Now Open!, Holden, Maine 04429, United States | | Phone | (207) 503-3930 | | Website | https://www.kitchensbyad.com/ | | Years in business | 32 | | Followers on Houzz | 12 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/KitchensByAD/ - Blog — https://www.kitchensbyad.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Atlantic Designs](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/atlantic-designs-pfvwus-pf~1580358288) - **Website:** https://www.kitchensbyad.com/ - **Phone:** (207) 503-3930 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Authorized StarMark Cabinetry Dealer - Best of Houzz 2020 Winner - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2020–2024), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 10 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Featured Review **★★★★★ — Mark Braveman, June 2019** > I just had Atlantic designs design my new kitchen and bath and couldn't be happier. JC and his staff are amazing. I am by no means a designer so I told JC what I wanted and he nailed it! Better than I could have imagined. He came got it done on time and and in budget and I couldn't be happier. **Comment from Atlantic Designs:** > Thank you, Mark! Your kitchen was a lot of fun to work on. We still talk about that Island! ### All 10 reviews **★★★★★ — jiujitsuphd, Nov. 2023** > Our house is the colonial from 1900 in the pictures. Believe it or not we completed the purchase of the house online, sight unseen, and worked with JC to design it remotely before even seeing it in person. We love how it came out, and how we were able to preserve every bit of the original woodwork while making it modern and usable! hi **★★★★★ — Dinah and Froggy, June 2023** > We are older and had never designed a kitchen. J C had amazing suggestions! Things we wouldn’t have considered. He was fun and professional ! We can highly recommend his company! **★★★★★ — desfrpr, Nov. 2022** > Leah helped us pull our design ideas together and, after careful consideration of our needs and wants in a new kitchen, presented us with an almost perfect high level draft for us to tweak. Leah's special magic is tied to her unusual attentiveness to the customer. She is one of those increasingly rare people in our world who spends more time listening than talking. That coupled with her encyclopedic knowledge and understanding of the product lines Atlantic Design offers made working with her a joy! We really appreciated the extra effort she put into solving the inevitable Covid delays and quirks along the way. Another huge plus was the terrific working relationship she had with our general contractor. **★★★★★ — J, Nov. 2022** > Atlantic Designs took our kitchen from a small boxy crowded space to a very comfortable usable area that we spend much time in. The process was fascinating as we worked with JC to get to an end result that has been praised by all who've seen it. **★★★★★ — Paula McHugh, Nov. 2022** > New home - Total kitchen designed. Leah was extremely professional and always responded quickly to email communication! She was willing to provide advice, but still allowed for it to be my decision. Would highly recommend others to use Atlantic Designs and Leah!! **★★★★★ — Gina Lindsay, Jan. 2019** > Working with JC was excellent. He asked for some pictures of what type/style kitchen I was looking for; this showed that he really enjoyed his work and was invested. His experience was undeniable and I valued his opinion. He takes the time to truly understand his customers! **Comment from Atlantic Designs:** > Hi Gina, Your kitchen is in the top 2 of our most loved pictures we have shared with other clients. Thanks for letting us be a part of it! **★★★★★ — Alan Dwelley, Jan. 2019** > We thoroughly enjoyed working with JC and Atlantic Designs. Several years ago we renovated the kitchen in our historic home. JC listened to our concerns about keeping the historic look and feel to the space, and the results were perfect. When it was time to downsize to a smaller home, we went back to Atlantic Designs for the new kitchen. Once again we were extremely pleased with the service and quality of the cabinetry and granite countertops. Our experience was completely positive. JC was very professional, and he delivered on time and on budget. All the decisions necessary in designing our kitchens and baths were easier because of his input and expertise. We highly recommend Atlantic Designs. **★★★★★ — Leo Kenney, Jan. 2019** > Twice I thought "We can't afford Atlantic Designs" - and Twice I was 100% Wrong! Not only was JC able to work within our budget constraints to deliver in one case a Granite Island Counter Top, and in the other case a complete kitchen, but he is such a Pro to work with! We brought him our ideas and in both cases he offered such great insight and design ideas, with 100% professionalism, and absolutely Zero pressure! He completely shaped the final outcome, and the results were Awesome! For any kitchen design needs, definitely contact JC! **★★★★★ — HU-710382359, Dec. 2018** > I am a remodeling contractor and investor. I have used Leah on many occasions. I enjoy working with her as she is so versatile. She can design an elaborate floor plan for the high end customer or stay within a small budget for flip projects. She is very responsive and truly cares about your project going as smoothly as possible. Highly recommend. **Comment from Atlantic Designs:** > Thank you very much for your kind words! I look forward to working with you more in the future! ## Selected projects - [Classy Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classy-farmhouse-pj-vj~6529917) - Location: Frankfort, ME - Photos: 21 - [Modern Elegance in Hampden Maine](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-elegance-in-hampden-maine-pj-vj~6835650) - Location: Hampden, ME - Photos: 13 - [Bangor, Me Remodel- Gorgeous Colonial built in 1900](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bangor-me-remodel-gorgeous-colonial-built-in-1900-pj-vj~7010669) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 20 - [Modern Black Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-black-kitchen-pj-vj~5758630) - Location: Bangor, ME - Photos: 11 - [White Shaker Kitchen - StarMark Cabinets](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/white-shaker-kitchen-starmark-cabinets-pj-vj~5553599) - Location: Veazie, ME - Photos: 18 - Description: What a beautiful StarMark Cabinetry kitchen, and Wellborn Forest pantry, topped off with dramaticly veined quartz countertops, installed and detailed in Veazie by Glidden Custom Builders. - [Modern Farm House Kitchen - StarMark Cabinets](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-farm-house-kitchen-starmark-cabinets-pj-vj~5557302) - Location: Holden, ME - Photos: 20 - Description: StarMark Rustic Hickory Cabinets With Black Island and trim - [White Transitional Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/white-transitional-kitchen-pj-vj~5616560) - Location: Hampden, ME - Photos: 12 - [Bangor Spec House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bangor-spec-house-pj-vj~5839813) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Past Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/past-projects-pj-vj~5514827) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 19 - [Office Coffee Bar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/office-coffee-bar-pj-vj~5790180) - Location: Holden, ME - Photos: 2 - [Rustic White Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rustic-white-kitchen-pj-vj~5616581) - Location: Hampden, ME - Photos: 8 - [Rustic Vanity](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rustic-vanity-pj-vj~5790172) - Location: Holden, ME - Photos: 1 - [My Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/my-project-pj-vj~7357822) - Location: Hampden, Maine - Photos: 10 [See all 13 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/atlantic-designs-pfvwus-pf~1580358288) ## Video - [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/840728222.m3u8?s=bd1bf36ffb15cf0d7d65122ac9c04d692cd32479&oauth2_token_id=1384357804) ## Frequently Asked Questions **Do you design both kitchens and bathrooms?** We absolutely design both kitchens and bathrooms! As Atlantic Designs, we specialize in creating beautiful and functional spaces for both, ensuring every detail reflects your vision. Our services include comprehensive kitchen design and bathroom design, along with custom cabinetry and vanities to perfectly fit your home. We're dedicated to bringing your dream spaces to life. **Do you provide full-service design or design-only plans?** At Atlantic Designs, we offer both full-service design and design-only plans, giving you flexibility. We provide comprehensive kitchen and bathroom design, including 3D rendering and custom cabinetry. We can also manage the cabinetry installation for you, or we're happy to work seamlessly with your chosen installer. It's all about making the process easy and tailored to your needs. **Do you create optimized layouts for small or challenging spaces?** Absolutely! At Atlantic Designs, we excel at creating optimized layouts for all spaces, including small or challenging ones. Our designers are skilled in developing floor plans that ensure excellent workspace flow and maximize functionality, whether it's an apartment kitchen or a custom dream home. We also offer Handicap-Accessible and Universal Design to meet diverse needs. **Do you assist with cabinetry and fixture selection?** Yes, we absolutely assist with cabinetry selection! As an Authorized StarMark Cabinetry Dealer, we offer a wide range of semi and full custom lines, including StarMark, Glenwood, and Wellborn Forest, to fit every budget and style. Our designers work closely with you to choose the perfect cabinets, vanities, and related elements that enhance your kitchen or bath. **Do you collaborate with contractors during construction?** Yes, we absolutely collaborate with contractors during construction! We understand the importance of a smooth process. At Atlantic Designs, we can either handle the cabinetry installation for you, or we are more than happy to work seamlessly with your chosen installer or general contractor to ensure your kitchen or bath project comes to life exactly as designed. *FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.* ## Ideabooks - [Leah's Likes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/163550769/list/leah-s-likes) — 5 ideas - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/125277130/list/kitchens) — 8 ideas - [Islands](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/122460009/list/islands) — 6 ideas [See all 3 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/thekitchenpeople-) ## Community Q&A **Q: What color countertops are these?** *(in Photo Questions)* Are they quartz or marble? A: Hi Hannah - This is a quartz countertop. I believe the color is Minuet by LG Viatera, but not 100% sure. **Q: what did yo use for your cabinet surface? is that a veneer or paint?** *(in Photo Questions)* Thinking about redoing ours to resemble this. A: Hello Joo Lee - this is a Java stain on Maple. The cabinets are from Wellborn Forest. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-12.*