--- title: "Woodways — Cabinets & Cabinetry | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/cabinets-and-cabinetry/woodways-pfvwus-pf~1635857783 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1635857783.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: Woodways category: ["Cabinets & Cabinetry"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/b12309440defc59d_5406-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1422 Robinson Road SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49506, United States" latitude: 42.944 longitude: -85.6213 phone: "(616) 879-5149" website: https://woodwayscustom.com/ rating: 4.7 review_count: 36 best_of_houzz_awards: 11 followers: 169 last_updated: 2026-08-24 --- # Woodways Original Houzz profile: [Woodways](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/cabinets-and-cabinetry/woodways-pfvwus-pf~1635857783) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Cabinets & Cabinetry - **Location:** Grand Rapids, MI - **Serves:** Grand Rapids, Wyoming, Kentwood, Forest Hills, Cutlerville, Grandville, East Grand Rapids, Byron Center, Rockford, Lowell, Caledonia, Ada, Alto - **Houzz rating:** 4.7 out of 5 (36 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 11 awards (2015–2023), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Locally owned - 26 years in business Elevate your space with European elegance! If you dream of captivating cabinets that will bring your home to life, Woodways is ready to offer you a space that is both beautiful and functional. Our exquisite cabinets, crafted by skilled European artisans, are pure elegance. Whether you desire a kitchen renovation or personalized storage options, our stylish European designs will set your home apart. Schedule an appointment with our professional designers and immerse yourself in the European sophistication you've been seeking! Our Mission as a cabinet designer is to provide our clients with the highest quality and most aesthetically pleasing cabinets that perfectly suit your needs and preferences. We achieve this by working closely with industry-leading suppliers and skilled craftsmen across the world to offer a wide variety of materials, finishes, and styles. To learn more about how we can help you accomplish your design goals, visit our website (www.woodwayscustom.com) or stop by our Design Lab and Showroom located in Grand Rapids. ### Services Provided - Custom Cabinets - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Built-ins - Custom Bookcases - Custom Pantries - Custom Entertainment Centers - Custom Home Bars - Custom Cabinet Doors - Cabinet Sales - Pantry Design - 3D Rendering - Custom Storage ### Areas Served - Grand Rapids - Wyoming - Kentwood - Forest Hills - Cutlerville - Grandville - East Grand Rapids - Byron Center - Rockford - Lowell - Caledonia - Ada - Alto ### Typical Job Cost $10,000 - 100,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Woodways | | Address | 1422 Robinson Road SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49506, United States | | Phone | (616) 879-5149 | | Website | https://woodwayscustom.com/ | | Followers on Houzz | 169 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/woodways - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/woodways-custom - Blog — https://www.instagram.com/woodwayscustom/ ## Offers 10% OFF your project today! _\*Restrictions and exclusions apply._ (valid through Dec. 2020) ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Woodways](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/cabinets-and-cabinetry/woodways-pfvwus-pf~1635857783) - **Website:** https://woodwayscustom.com/ - **Phone:** (616) 879-5149 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of Houzz 2015 - Best Kitchen Parade of Homes 2017 - Best Kitchen Lakeshore Parade of Homes 2022 - NAHB - NKBA - HBA of Michigan - **Best of Houzz:** 11 awards (2015–2023), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019) - [National Kitchen & Bath Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-kitchen-and-bath-association-pfvwus-pf~1351084655) - [Lakeshore Home Builders Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/lakeshore-home-builders-association-pfvwus-pf~1737567036) - [Home Builders Association of Michigan](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/home-builders-association-of-michigan-pfvwus-pf~1477551635) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.7 out of 5 — 36 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 47.0 - Communication: 45.0 - Value: 46.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — HU-982331249, Nov. 2024** > We felt very SEEN and cared for by everyone we worked with at Woodways. They really understood our project and our wants, and we even got to bring our pots and pans into the store to test out corner cabinets for fit. (Highly recommend by the way - we found that we couldn't use some of the setups because our slow cooker or biggest pot wouldn't fit!) > > We love that melamine is a non-toxic material, high priority for us, and the design was fit exactly to our needs. We had our own installer, so I can't speak to that part of the work. > > We particularly love the very wide custom drawers and the very deep drawers to hold all those pots, along with the roll-out drawers just where we wanted them. > > Highly recommend! **★ — Feez Mo, April 2023** > Buyer beware! Woodways came highly recommended to us by a reputable builder. From day 1, communication was awful and we should have pulled our project, but kept thinking the final outcome would be worth it. Staff consistently contradicts each other. We wanted a white wash cabinet and was told a sample would cost $180, that would go towards the project. The sample was the size of 2 quarters as seen in the photo! Jim, who told me he’s the self proclaimed “buck stops here guy” constantly would make things up to try and protect his staff and the mistakes that were made. We signed off to have under cabinet lighting in the back, which was an option on display in the showroom, and the designer told us “we can do whatever you want, we’re a custom cabinet company.” The cabinets were delivered with the under cabinet lighting drilled out for the front and Jim told us that’s because they’ve never drilled it out in the back and engineering thought it was a typo, despite what we signed off on. > > ALL BUT 2 cabinet doors were delivered unfinished! I made many phone calls and wanted to speak to the manager who attempted to call me once and then never returned calls/emails. I finally got the lead engineer out and he agreed the cabinets looked bad and they had to come out and replace every cabinet door! > > Our floating shelves were not finished. Our black cabinets were not finished. They used a light grey stripping to hold glass in for a black cabinet that looks like dust around the edge when the door was closed. They sent someone out unannounced to fix things over spring break week when we weren’t home, and I still haven’t heard back. They advertise “open door policy” to go see your cabinets being built (which was a selling point for me) and when I gave two dates we were able to go, I was straight up told “no.” We signed off on our project in September, cabinets were delivered in December, and our project still isn’t complete! Overall the finished cabinets we received the second time seem nice, but there are other local custom cabinet companies that excel in product AND communication and I would not recommend Woodways for their failure at communication and delivering satisfactory product before it leaves the warehouse. No one could give me an explanation why unfinished cabinets were delivered to my house. **Comment from Woodways:** > Feez Mo - My apologies for the way you feel you were treated by Woodways. We pride ourselves on product quality, service and communication. I am truly sorry you feel this is not the way you were treated. **★★★★★ — David Allen, Nov. 2022** > 4 years ago my wife and I bought a tired cedar home that sits on a bluff overlooking one of the best salmon fishing rivers in Michigan. Not much had been done to the house since it was built in 1970. It even still had the gold shag carpet. We remodeled everything in the house from roof to basement but waited on the kitchen. We waited because we wanted to majorly overhaul the kitchen and dining area. There was no way to handle it other than a gut rehab. > > We tore down the walls of our laundry room which basically blocked our main entrance and view into the house when you walk in. I attached a photo of our all in one washer and dryer and how we integrated that area into the kitchen. > > Our goal was to build a new kitchen that has a 1970's vibe in homage to the year it was built. We chose Woodways because they hand build high end custom kitchens. We knew that they would best be able to help with our 1970 kitchen built in 2022. The kitchen that Kelsey helped us design turned out amazing. We could not believe the quality of the cabinets. You know you have hand built custom cabinets when they arrive and each piece has your name written on it along with the part number. > > My general contractor commented that these were the most beautiful well built cabinets he has ever seen. > > I posted some photos of the finished product. We went with rolled vinyl flooring, and laminate countertops. We even did a 6" back splash with the chrome cove molding and cap. > > We had a couple issues with some parts that were not built right, either size or a missing finished end. Sam from Woodways got right on it and they got me the right parts quickly. > > I was also having a hard time adjusting a couple of the doors and a service rep from Woodways drove an hour and a half to our house and helped me with the issues. Of course it was user error, meaning me. > > If you are looking for a "forever kitchen" you need to use Woodways! **★★★★★ — HU-430456498, Jan. 2022** > I am new to area and found Woodways by referral. They were professional, communicative and on time with my project. I used their design services for my kitchen project and love the result. The quality of the cabinets are very good and the functionality of the layout is right on. Christine was my representative and she is knowledgeable, creative and a pleasure to work with. I will use Woodways and Christine for future projects. **★★★★★ — HU-482853130, Oct. 2021** > Amazing end product. Very helpful team. Responsive and professional. Wouldn't go anywhere else for cabinets in the future. Highly recommend. **★★★★★ — bethanyselleck, July 2021** > Woodways was fantastic from start to finish working with them was easy!!! We loved visiting their showroom and seeing the quality and variety of their products. Once our cabinets were ready the whole delivery/install process was very smooth. I’m so glad we did our kitchen cabinets with Woodways they are so high quality and fit even in our budget. We couldn’t be happier! **★★★★★ — Julie Zylstra, June 2021** > With our youngest child in college we began to look at our empty nest and dream about the next chapter of our lives. We loved our home - it's location, our neighbors, and our memories. We didn't want to move, but after twenty three years, it was time for a major makeover. We knew we wanted to support a local company, and a relative recommended Woodways. We had shopped around, and for a little more money we were able to create quality, custom cabinets that still "wow" us every time we walk in the door. > > From start to finish, Theresa, Eric, and the Woodways team provided us with amazing customer service, attention, and support. We know we weren't their only customers, but we felt like we were! Theresa responded to every email in a timely manner with great ideas and support and Eric was up to any challenge we presented. And the finished product...it's an amazing feeling when you get a text from your contractor that says, "Also these are the best cabinets I have put in in a long time. Very, very, great quality". > > We now have the cabinets we dreamed of. We are so impressed with the sleek, contemporary cabinets with soft-closing doors and under cabinet lighting. We can honestly say that we have no regrets with our decision to call Woodways and we would highly recommend them. > > Jeff & Julie Zylstra **Comment from Woodways:** > Thank you Jeff and Julie! We are so pleased that you love your Woodways cabinets! > \- Team Woodways **★★★★★ — HU-795287909, April 2021** > We recently built a new home and were uncertain on who to utilize for our kitchen as we had interest in having black cabinets. After connecting with Woodways, they offered a newer product "Rehau" that was a durable, matte black cabinet. Woodways and their engineering/sales team was excellent from start to finish. Our unique design and desire for a black kitchen wasn't an easy task, but their staff was genuine and effective with hitting deadlines while not sacrificing quality along the way. > > Overall - we highly recommend using Woodways for any project. Their experience is highly valuable when working through any remodel or custom new home. You won't regret working with them! > > Thanks to everyone at Woodways, we love our kitchen. **★★★★★ — HU-644217524, April 2021** > Their craftsmanship is excellent. We love how sturdy our built in cabinets turned out. Their designer really helped with the fine details. **★★★★★ — HU-630560080, March 2021** > Woodways came through! The designer was fantastic and listened to our thoughts, ideas, and wishes. She came up with a plan, helped us see other points of view, and how functionality would be improved. Although installation was delayed due to COVID-19, we finished up with a great product, with exceptional materials and workmanship. We definitely will recommend Woodways to our friends and family. **★★★★★ — HU-523189366, March 2021** > Design team nailed it, communication was excellent and delivered as promised from all stages to delivery. We have had a number of compliments on the quality of craftsmanship. **★★★★★ — Madeleine, Jan. 2021** > Woodways went above and beyond for us, and we couldn’t be happier! > > From beginning to end, working with them has been a pleasure. We had a number of design requirements that required some difficult problem-solving, and we were surprised and delighted with their creative and effective design solutions. We especially appreciate their design knowledge, commitment to detail, technical expertise, responsiveness to requests, and resourcefulness when unexpected problems or constraints arose. The results achieved is a testament to their commitment to excellence at each stage of the process. > > We look forward to the many years of use we will get from our beautiful cabinets, and love how they enhance our enjoyment of our home! > > Thanks, Woodways! ## Selected projects - [Contemporary River House Penthouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-river-house-penthouse-pj-vj~6680484) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 32 - [Contemporary Condo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-condo-pj-vj~6680490) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 27 - [Family Farm](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/family-farm-pj-vj~6321165) - Location: Spring Lake, MI - Photos: 7 - Description: This custom built Woodways kitchen utilizes mixed materials and different finishing techniques to bring a warm rustic charm into the home. It exemplifies the attention to detail that Woodways offers with our local and thorough craftsmen. - [Modern Concrete Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-concrete-home-pj-vj~5788488) - Location: Fennville, MI - Photos: 30 - [Select Series](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/select-series-pj-vj~6321172) - Location: Spring Lake, MI - Photos: 5 - Description: The Select Series is Woodways line of custom cabinetry specifically geared toward West Michigan middle class homeowners. These cabinets contain the same quality of beauty and construction while appealing to an affordable price point. Visit our showroom in Kentwood to learn more! - [Ada Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ada-contemporary-pj-vj~6399195) - Location: Ada, MI - Photos: 8 - Description: This Woodways contemporary kitchen reflects the current trends of its time (2018). Mixed materials of wood and laminate and stone textures are utilized for the cabinetry, countertops, and backsplash. Overall, a nice sleek fresh design. Design credit: Parkside Homes - [Luxury Contemporary Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/luxury-contemporary-kitchen-pj-vj~6342415) - Location: Kentwood, MI - Photos: 5 - Description: Designed and crafted by Woodways, this contemporary, modern kitchen utilizes matte black cabinetry and white quartz countertop. The kitchen island utilizes the same countertop and adds a waterfall edge with barstool seating. A patterned black material is used to add emphasis to this area of the kitchen. Warm wood accents are introduced to brighten the space and off set the cold materials and color. Roll out drawers provide ample storage and touch open/close vertical lift upper cabinets allow acc… - [Contemporary Black and White Industrial Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-black-and-white-industrial-home-pj-vj~6506570) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - [Crystal Acrylic Contemporary Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/crystal-acrylic-contemporary-kitchen-pj-vj~6342312) - Location: Grand Rapids, MI - Photos: 3 - Description: This Woodways sleek contemporary kitchen is designed using a crystal material to add shine and reflectance to a modern style. All white cabinetry with a light blue backsplash emphasize this design style, along with the choice of flat panel doors. Top hinge upper cabinets allow for easier access to high storage. Elements of stainless steel are included in the hardware, appliances, and cabinet door frames to compliment the shine and crispness of the kitchen. - [Mid-Century Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mid-century-modern-pj-vj~6321162) - Location: Kentwood, MI - Photos: 3 - Description: This modern contemporary kitchen is inspired by Woodways' Italian parent company, Zordan. Utilizing light woodgrain laminate cabinetry with sleek slab style doors, this kitchen becomes the focal point of any home. A gray quartz is seen within the island, perimeter countertop, and as a sliding piece over the sink for hidden storage. The island includes a simple waterfall edge and exposed shelving areas as well as a built in freezer drawer to accommodate compact spaces. with simple waterfall edge.… - [Old World Winecellar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/old-world-winecellar-pj-vj~1214281) - Location: Plainfield charter Township, MI - Photos: 8 - Description: This beautiful space was originally a lower level extra bedroom/exercise room. We were able to use the existing 9 foot ceiling for the top of the arch and still have good height at the walls. Walls, floor and ceiling are all tiled with natural stone. - [Contemporary City Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-city-living-pj-vj~813817) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 12 - Description: This Woodways condo is equipped with maximum storage and style. When it comes to city living, spaces get smaller and so does the ability for storage. We helped this client design spaces that are multi functional and chic to help fully utilize their home. - [Southshore](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/southshore-pj-vj~2594632) - Location: Holland, MI - Photos: 3 - Description: This Woodways kitchen brings a clean and cool aesthetic to the home. Contemporary storage solutions are used to create crisp and clean lines within the kitchen. With lack of wall space, vertical hinge cabinets are an excellent solution to designate space for each of your items while giving a maximum amount of storage. A large kitchen island adds storage as well. Suspended cabinets are also incorporated as a unique storage feature in the bar are where a wall is not present. - [Mid-Century EGR Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mid-century-egr-renovation-pj-vj~1168795) - Location: Grand Rapids, MI - Photos: 34 - [Cool Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cool-contemporary-pj-vj~818259) - Location: Grand Rapids, MI - Photos: 6 - Description: This Woodways modern home was constructed with the most innovative features available today and is accented with custom cabinetry throughout. The cabinetry design brought the owner's post-modern vision to life. - [Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-pj-vj~63531) - Location: Holland, MI - Photos: 41 - Description: This contemporary home is situated in a golf course community & takes advantage of wonderful views from three purposeful Tamko Evergrain decks. A customized family home with gray bamboo flooring throughout the main floor where informal entertaining can quickly change by utilizing the black/white formal dining room with adjacent dry bar. The laminate kitchen cabinetry & mineral Cambria countertop is accented by a Cambria white cliff parsons table approach for bar stool sitting. A sliding barn doo… - ["Meadow Vista Ridge" Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/meadow-vista-ridge-project-pj-vj~917290) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: Arts & Craft Style, Murus SIP Walls, Passive Solar Home, Photovoltaic Panels and Jeld-Wen Energy Star Windows. Lifetime Designed - [Modern Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-residence-pj-vj~101569) - Location: Holland, MI - Photos: 14 - Description: Hand crafted by Woodways, this Modern residential kitchen is enhanced with high gloss white cabinetry mixed with a high gloss black island to create contrast within the space. A bar height countertop with a waterfall edge allows for pull up seating near the working island with incorporated cooktop. Built in benches create a casual seating and dining area in this open layout. Hidden storage and organizational tools are incorporated throughout the kitchen by our talented design team. Additional co… - [Essex Contemporary Penthouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/essex-contemporary-penthouse-pj-vj~102515) - Location: Grand Rapids, MI - Photos: 15 - Description: This home is the epitome of innovativeness and luxury with custom woodwork throughout the open concept kitchen, bathroom, living room and laundry room. - [Essex - Contemporary Penthouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/essex-contemporary-penthouse-pj-vj~107778) - Location: Grand Rapids, MI - Photos: 21 - Description: Innovative and extravagant, this River House unit by Visbeen Architects is a home designed to please the most cosmopolitan of clients. Located on the 30th floor of an urban sky-rise, the condo presented spacial challenges, but the final product transformed the unit into a luxurious and comfortable home, with only the stunning views of the cityscape to indicate its downtown locale. Custom woodwork, state-of-the-art accessories, and sweeping vistas are found throughout the expansive home. 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If so, where?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hello, thanks for your inquiry. Woodways allows for electrical components in their designs, but does not do any wiring or connections. Therefore we would direct you to contact an electrical contractor in your area who could discuss the electrical requirements specific to your project. **Q: wood species** *(in Photo Questions)* what wood species and stain is this? A: Thank you for your question, this kitchen is walnut with a custom stain. **Q: where is the table from?** *(in Photo Questions)* table A: Hi Monika, the table was purchased by the client. We are not sure where they found it. **Q: Power** *(in Photo Questions)* What brand / name is the outlet strip? Thanks!! A: Thank you for your question. The power strips are Angle Power Strip: http://www.houzz.com/pro/tasklighting/task-lighting **Q: POLL: Custom vs. RTA Cabinets** *(in Polls)* What's your vote? All things considered - price, quality, availability - which is better? VOTE and tell us about it in the comments! A: As a custom cabinetry manufacturer we specialize in creating dream kitchens. Custom cabinetry allows our clients to utilize their kitchen to its fullest potential. For a local, high quality product our prices are actually quite competitive with RTA. When looking to add customized storage solution and high end looks, custom cabinetry is the best way to go. **Q: POLL: Favorite fixture finish?** *(in Polls)* So many of us agonize over picking not only the perfect fixtures, but getting the finish exactly right. Which one is your favorite? VOTE and tell us about it in the comments! A: We love chrome. It is timeless and looks great on any styled hardware. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-24.*