--- title: "Lindsey Markel — Kitchen & Bath Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/lindsey-markel-pfvwus-pf~1703002321 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1703002321.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Lindsey Markel" category: ["Kitchen & Bath Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/8a134fcb0f0f261d_2144-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Dillman & Upton Inc., 607 Woodward St., Rochester, Michigan 48307, United States" latitude: 42.6584 longitude: -83.1499 phone: "(248) 651-9411" website: http://dillmanupton.com rating: 5 review_count: 19 best_of_houzz_awards: 14 followers: 153 last_updated: 2026-11-10 --- # Lindsey Markel Original Houzz profile: [Lindsey Markel](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/lindsey-markel-pfvwus-pf~1703002321) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Kitchen & Bath Designers - **Location:** Rochester, MI - **Serves:** Oakland Township, Sterling Heights, Clinton Township, Troy, Shelby Township, Rochester Hills, Pontiac, Saint Clair Shores, Royal Oak, Auburn Hills, Birmingham, Rochester, Clawson, Beverly Hills, Richmond, Grosse Pointe, Saint Clair, Utica, Oakland, Bloomfield Hills, Algonac, Marine City, Romeo, Lake Orion, Franklin, Bingham Farms, Clarkston, Lake Angelus, East China, Harsens Island, Lakeville, Washington - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (19 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 14 awards (2013–2025), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 25,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Published nationally - 20 years in business Lindsey Markel has been on the design path since she was a child. She grew up in a family of carpenters, engineers and Auto CAD techs. The building industry intrigued her at a very young age. Lindsey says she vividly remembers driving with her parents and studying every house they passed, wondering how they were laid out inside. She decided she wanted more to do with the design of homes after pursuing studies in art and drafting. Lindsey attended Baker College where she obtained a Bachelor Degree of Interior Design. She also received a NKBA accredited Kitchen & Bath Certificate. Space planning really peaked her interest which brought her to loving kitchen and bath design particularly. Lindsey is a carpenter’s daughter and has hands on experience of remodels as well as new home constructions. She has been working in the residential kitchen and bath industry for over 20 years. Lindsey has been published in two Signature Kitchens & Baths magazine issues. One of which her design was featured on the cover. She has also been interviewed and had her work included in Detroit’s Home Styles newspaper and Atlas Homewares Designer Spotlight. Her own experiences along with her education are essential to understanding her client’s wants and needs during any home project. Lindsey believes form follows function when working on most projects. “Everyone is looking for an updated look but most are needing a space that better suits their individual lifestyles.” I'm on Instagram @kandbdesignerlindseymarkel ### Services Provided - Kitchen Design - Custom Cabinets - Bathroom Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Custom Countertops - Laundry Room Design - Mudroom Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design ### Areas Served - Oakland Township - Sterling Heights - Clinton Township - Troy - Shelby Township - Rochester Hills - Pontiac - Saint Clair Shores - Royal Oak - Auburn Hills - Birmingham - Rochester - Clawson - Beverly Hills - Richmond - Grosse Pointe - Saint Clair - Utica - Oakland - Bloomfield Hills - Algonac - Marine City - Romeo - Lake Orion - Franklin - Bingham Farms - Clarkston - Lake Angelus - East China - Harsens Island - Lakeville - Washington ### Typical Job Cost $50,000 - 150,000 Full Bath ($35K-$80K+) and or Full Kitchen ($80k-$150K+) remodels. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Lindsey Markel | | Address | Dillman & Upton Inc., 607 Woodward St., Rochester, Michigan 48307, United States | | Phone | (248) 651-9411 | | Website | http://dillmanupton.com | | Followers on Houzz | 153 | **Social profiles:** - Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/kandbdesigner/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Lindsey Markel](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/lindsey-markel-pfvwus-pf~1703002321) - **Website:** http://dillmanupton.com - **Phone:** (248) 651-9411 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - 2nd Place Traditional Kitchens from Signature Kitchens & Baths 17th Annual Design Awards 2015. The kitchen was featured on the cover of this issue. - 3rd Place Baths from Signature Kitchens & Baths 18th Annual Design Awards 2016. A Kitchen was also featured in this issue. - **Best of Houzz:** 14 awards (2013–2025), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [Home Builders Association of Michigan](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/home-builders-association-of-michigan-pfvwus-pf~1477551635) - [Home Builders Association of Southeastern Michigan](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/home-builders-association-of-southeastern-michigan-pfvwus-pf~1544583313) - [NAHB Remodelers](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/nahb-remodelers-pfvwus-pf~597469654) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 19 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 5.0 - Communication: 5.0 - Value: 5.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Jennifer D., March 2023** > When you see a kitchen you love, note the designers name, that is exactly what we did. Having Lindsey as a designer who knows first hand construction and design was a total home run. Lindsey guided us through the kitchen design process and paid attention to every detail and every request. Lindsey customized our kitchen around our cooking needs, style, and color palette. Calls and emails were answered promptly and during the whole process the entire team accommodated our expectations. We now have a clean modern dream kitchen that fits within our orginal space! Without question, I highly reccommend Lindsey for your next project. **Comment from Lindsey Markel:** > Thank you, your kind words are truly appreciated. Working with you and Bruce was so fun. Thank you for putting your trust in me and allowing me to be extra creative with your space. Your kitchen is absolutely beautiful from the outside and fully functional on the inside. So much thought and planning went into your project, not one inch is unused! Great teamwork indeed! > Thanks again > Lindsey **★★★★★ — ANN KUKIELKA, Jan. 2023** > Lindsey was such a pleasure to work with during the design and renovation of my kitchen and bathroom. She helped me stay within my budget and really listened to what my needs were. When there was an issue with the renovation, she was right on it for me. I highly recommend the expertise and knowledge that Lindsey brings to the table. **Comment from Lindsey Markel:** > Thank you so much, Ann! It was a pleasure working with you and your family. **★★★★★ — Ann Kukielka, Jan. 2023** > Lindsey was such a pleasure to work with during the design and renovation of my kitchen and bathroom. She helped me stay within my budget and really listened to what my needs were. When there was an issue with the renovation, she was right on it for me. I highly recommend the expertise and knowledge that Lindsey brings to the table. **★★★★★ — HU-255527549, Dec. 2020** > I had the pleasure of working with Lindsey on our new construction home. She helped design multiple bathrooms, laundry and our kitchen. She did an excellent job of understanding my taste in decor and expanded my knowledge of functional kitchen design, with the location of appliances, our island orientation and placement of our kitchen sink. I am delighted with the final product which came together seamlessly! **Comment from Lindsey Markel:** > Thank you so much for your 5 star review! Your kitchen and whole house are not only beautiful but so functional! Thank you for trusting in me and my ideas! **★★★★★ — Mariann Merrelli, Oct. 2019** > Lindsey Markel was easy to talk to and extremely helpful with organizing our bathroom project and narrowing our choices. At first glance the choices for tile, flooring, sinks, cabinets, counter tops, light fixtures, tubs and shower heads seemed overwhelming. She asked me about my interests in color and style for the bathroom, then presented me with possible suggestions. I felt she listened well, and never pushed her ideas or style. I am very pleased with the results. **Comment from Lindsey Markel:** > Thank you so much for the kind remarks! I enjoyed working with you both. **★★★★★ — Rochelle, Feb. 2019** > Lindsey Markel and her team at Dillman and Upton are Amazing. My husband and I interviewed 3 other very Reputable home improvement companies and they didn’t compare to the tailored needs of our vision. This is something my husband and I truly value. Lindsey made sure to drop in often during the renovation to make sure things were done according to her design. At one point during the renovation my husband and I had to leave town for a quite a while, Lindsay was sure to keep us updated which eased any worry we had. There is no doubt that Lindsey Markel is an exceptional designer and we will use her again for any future projects . > Al & Rochelle H. **★★★★★ — Matthew & Susan Vazana, Feb. 2017** > We worked with Lindsey on our laundry room renovation. It came out beautiful thanks to her! She was creative and easy to work with. Her design was perfect. She also handled all aspects of the construction. We would highly recommend Dillman and Upton for any renovation. We will be using Lindsey and Dillman again on our next project **Comment from Lindsey Markel:** > Thank you so much! It was a pleasure working with you both and I look forward to the next one :) **★★★★★ — Lynne, April 2016** > We hired Linsey to design our new kitchen. She did such an amazing job we added the powder room, en-suite, and bar. She put together a talented and skilled team and the entire project was complete in 3 months. We love our new space!!! Thank you Lindsey. **★★★★★ — cparkerburg, Nov. 2015** > I was introduced to Lindsey Newmann of Dillman and Upton through my interior designer, S.L. Smith Design, who has done many projects with her. Lindsey was fantastic. She designed my library, kitchen, powder room, and two full baths in my home. Perfection does not begin to describe what I received. Her work was creative, fresh and the quality of the cabinets she offered was unsurpassed in our area. She truly delivered my dream home and I will be using her for future projects. **Comment from Lindsey Markel:** > Thank you! I can't wait to work with you on the next project! Your home is beautiful!!!! **★★★★★ — alsayton, Sept. 2015** > Lindsey was absolutely amazing to work with. From concept through produciton and final finishing touches, Lindsey was always there with her professionalism and style. I would hire Lindsey a million times again. Her attention to detail is fantastic. My design is beautiful and functional (thansk to Lindsey)! **★★★★★ — franciskish, Nov. 2014** > Lindsey has great respect for budget. In our particular kitchen remolding project, she was able to fashion for us precisely our vision and did it within the agreed budget. > > Her decorating skills are pliable and she can satisfy various design styles. > > We are pleased and recommend her work. **★★★★★ — contin1919, July 2014** > Lindsey has the professional skill needed to take ideas and thoughts and transform them into a tangible plan that meets the customer's vision.....she was always available, pleasant and ready with suggestions and solutions...she along with all the Dillman and Upton > craftsmen were great to have in our home.....blowing up our kitchen and dining room for two months was really pretty painless! ## Selected projects - [Modern Kitchen Bloomfield Hills](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-kitchen-bloomfield-hills-pj-vj~7864703) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: Welcome to this modern kitchen! Working with the homeowner who is also one of the contractors I work with often, was a breeze! We spoke the same language. And along with his wife, who also has a designers eye, made for a great team! We turned their worn out and outdated kitchen into a functional work of art. The material selections and finishes blended so well with the rest of their already updated home. - [Washington Twp Luxury Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/washington-twp-luxury-master-bath-pj-vj~7843522) - Location: Washington, MI - Photos: 10 - [Clarkston Contemporary Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/clarkston-contemporary-kitchen-pj-vj~6938751) - Location: Clarkston, MI - Photos: 10 - [Washington Township Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/washington-township-remodel-pj-vj~1393302) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - Description: This project started with an update to the den/office with a full wall of bookcases and a new kitchen island. The homeowners were also updating all the floors throughout the main level. As we all know so well one project snowballs into another. They hired interior designer, Shana Smith, and a great contractor to help them with their growing project. At first they planned to paint their existing kitchen cabinets and update the floors, counters, and new island cabinets. After going to one of the l… - [Rochester Mudroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rochester-mudroom-pj-vj~2295304) - Location: Rochester, MI - Photos: 3 - Description: For this mudroom remodel the homeowners came in to Dillman & Upton frustrated with their current, small and very tight, laundry room. They were in need of more space and functional storage and asked if I could help them out. Once at the job site I found that adjacent to the the current laundry room was an inefficient walk in closet. After discussing their options we decided to remove the wall between the two rooms and create a full mudroom with ample storage and plenty of room to comfortably man… - [Bloomfield Hills Modern Kitchen, Powder Room and TV Center](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bloomfield-hills-modern-kitchen-powder-room-and-tv-center-pj-vj~2297579) - Location: Bloomfield Hills, MI - Photos: 5 - Description: This Mid Century Modern home was designed and lived in by the architect in 1966. Since then there was only one other owner but not much was updated to the home. When the current homeowners moved in they found many plumbing and electrical issues that accumulated overtime. They decided it was time for the kitchen, which had a hole in the floor from water damage, to be fixed and updated. They wanted a more open concept in the tight, galley, 60's style kitchen. 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Counters: Quartz Snowy River Tile: Walker Zanger Cafe Milk Glass Floor: Oak Flooring Appliances: KitchenAid Sink: Kohler - [West Bloomfield Kitchen and Powder Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-bloomfield-kitchen-and-powder-room-pj-vj~5534530) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - Description: Cabinets: Dura Supreme, Lynden door, Maple, Smoke stain Dura Supreme, Chroma door, Pearl Paint Counters: Quartz, Snowy River, Eased Edge Tile Backsplash: Glass Fireplace Tile: Shadow Night 24x24 Cercan Tile Lighting: Table light Feiss SF340 SN Island Light: Kichler 42018 NI Applainces: KitchenAid Hardware: Shwinn Flooring: Chelsea Floors, Pre finished, Hickory, Cumberland gap plank. Faucet: Brizo, Solna Photo By: Amanda Rinke - [Oakland Twp House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/oakland-twp-house-remodel-pj-vj~402722) - Location: Oakland Twp, MI - Photos: 26 - Description: The customers bought this house because they fell in love with the 14 acre property. They had every intention of doing a complete remodel. Only a few main rooms and walls stayed the rest was transformed into their dream home. The project took about 18 months start to finish. They absolutely love their new home! Cabinets are from Dura Supreme Cabinetry and Mid Continent Cabinetry. Kitchen & Bath Designers: Lindsey Neumann and Andrea Serrico, Interior Designer: April Designs, Architect: William J.… - [Rochester Kitchen and Window Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rochester-kitchen-and-window-remodel-pj-vj~1227392) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: Products: Dura Supreme Cabinetry, Highland door, Kitchen- Painted white, Desk- Painted Latte, Quartz- Alaskan White Bevel Edge, Somerset Engineered Floor Wide Plank Gunstock, Tile- 3x6 Adex White Crackle Bevel, Sink-Kohler K6351-0, Faucet-Kohler K6131-3-VS, Hardware- Top Knobs My customers came to me wanting a big change in their small colonial kitchen. They knew they had extra space from a previous addition and dining room. As far as layout they didn't give me any limitations. They asked for mo… - [Rochester Hills Craftsman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rochester-hills-craftsman-pj-vj~2819917) - Location: Rochester Hills, MI - Photos: 7 - [Rochester Rustic Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rochester-rustic-kitchen-pj-vj~82124) - Location: Rochester, MI - Photos: 2 - Description: Created a rustic kitchen for big entertainers. - [Bloomfield Hills Modern Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bloomfield-hills-modern-kitchen-pj-vj~616649) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 24 - Description: This kitchen remodel was derived from the homeowners love for entertaining but never having enough functional space to do so. Not only do they are a large family they have lots of friends they often have over for lunches and dinner parties. The old worn out kitchen did not allow for the amount of people they served let alone enough room for cooking preparation. The homeowners were looking for a change. We decided to open up both end walls of the existing kitchen. This created a long galley-like… - [Troy Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/troy-remodel-pj-vj~2748652) - Location: Troy, MI - Photos: 14 - Description: Dura Supreme Cabinetry: Master Bath-Homestead door, Hickory, Morel stain Guest Bath-Lynden door, Maple, Poppy Seed stain Kitchen-Lynden door, Cherry, Cappuccino stain Tile: Master Bath-Moonstruck Kosmos 12x24, Tommy Bahama Cappadocia vineyard pearl/natural Guest Bath-Suburb Montclair 12x24, Autumn Brown limestone 3x6 honed, GiGi's Groovy Stiix Peace Man Peace Non Iridescent Kitchen-Debut Shoreline 3x12, Visionaire Soothing Mist Granite: Master Bath-Fantasy Brown Guest Bath-Fantasy Brown Kitchen-… - [Lake Orion Modern Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-orion-modern-kitchen-pj-vj~994193) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 [See all 37 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/lindsey-markel-pfvwus-pf~1703002321) ## Ideabooks - [Dunsky Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/149184703/list/dunsky-kitchen) — 7 ideas - [Dream Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5878701/list/dream-kitchen) — 6 ideas - [Our first home](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/88651419/list/our-first-home) — 5 ideas - [Gram’s Porch](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108474404/list/gram-s-porch) — 1 idea - [Spaulding house](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/106927596/list/spaulding-house) — 4 ideas - [Gamalski Frotnt Door](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/91595770/list/gamalski-frotnt-door) — 4 ideas - [Homes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/14366610/list/homes) — 3 ideas - [Sadlier Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/84762527/list/sadlier-master-bath) — 1 idea - [Huly Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/72643058/list/huly-kitchen) — 3 ideas - [DeClerk's Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/71451731/list/declerk-s-kitchen) — 3 ideas - [Dream home](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6696921/list/dream-home) — 7 ideas - [Simonis](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/29677675/list/simonis) — 4 ideas - [Fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25640300/list/fireplaces) — 1 idea - [Dad's bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25212011/list/dad-s-bathroom) — 2 ideas - [Laundry/Mudroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4275348/list/laundry-mudroom) — 2 ideas - [Kitchen Cabinet ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4007602/list/kitchen-cabinet-ideas) — 8 ideas - [Mayer Powder RM](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/19904672/list/mayer-powder-rm) — 2 ideas - [Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4161332/list/bathroom) — 28 ideas - [Kitchen Designs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6467858/list/kitchen-designs) — 8 ideas - [Kitchen Islands](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4161232/list/kitchen-islands) — 3 ideas [See all 22 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/linzz-03) ## Community Q&A **Q: how high is this pass through from the floor and how wide is it?** *(in Photo Questions)* how high is this pass through from the floor and how wide is it? A: Hello, the room is 9’ so the pass through is about 8’ from the floor. The snack bar is at 42” and the width I’m not exactly sure on best guess is 7” without having the original plans in front of me. Hope that helps! **Q: bathroom tile question** *(in Photo Questions)* Hello, What are the wall tiles and decorative accent tiles used in the shower, please. Thank you A: It sure will! That’s exactly what we used in this bathroom! **Q: Could you please tell me the brand and color of the roof shingles?** *(in Photo Questions)* Could you please tell me the BRAND and COLOR of the roofing shingles on this house??? I LOVE IT! A: Hello, the shingles are Landmark Pro, Max def, Black Walnut. **Q: Kmartin …trim color?** *(in Photo Questions)* Is the trim standard Hardie arctic white? Thanks! A: Hello, it is Hardie, but I'm not exactly sure of which white color it is? I didn't make those selections, sorry. **Q: size of vanity and room** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the size of the bathroom and the vanity? A: Hello, thanks for the inquiry. This vanity is 30" plus filler. The overall wall dimension is 68". **Q: Love the stain color !!** *(in Photo Questions)* Would you mind telling me what the stain color is? brand ,color code. Also what type of wood was used. Thanks!! A: Hello, thanks for the inquiry. The floor tile is Porcelain tile, Crossville, 6x36, Speakeasy Zoot Suit. The backsplash is Olympia, Verona Blend, Herringbone, Marble. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-10.*