--- title: "Gramophone Design Build — Kitchen & Bath Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/gramophone-design-build-pfvwus-pf~1829248429 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1829248429.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Gramophone Design Build" category: ["Kitchen & Bath Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/bf83fa0e03c84880_6500-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "10534 York Road, Suite 200, Cockeysville, Maryland 21030, United States" latitude: 39.4919 longitude: -76.6677 phone: "(410) 683-0123" website: https://www.gramophonedesignbuild.com/ rating: 5 review_count: 2 followers: 49 last_updated: 2026-09-13 --- # Gramophone Design Build Original Houzz profile: [Gramophone Design Build](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/gramophone-design-build-pfvwus-pf~1829248429) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Kitchen & Bath Designers - **Location:** Cockeysville, MD - **Serves:** Baltimore, Columbia, Towson, Randallstown, Owings Mills, Pikesville, Parkville, Carney, Reisterstown, Hunt Valley, Cockeysville, Westminster, Overlea, Mays Chapel, Timonium, Bel Air, Garrison, Lutherville, Hampstead, Hampton, Baldwin, Boring, Butler, DC Metro, Glen Arm, Glyndon, Hereford, Lutherville Timonium, Monkton, Nottingham, Phoenix, Sparks Glencoe, Stevenson, Upperco, York County PA - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (2 reviews) ## About ### Houzz Badges - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Gramophone Design Build is a full-service remodeling firm specializing in whole-home renovations, kitchens, baths, and custom living spaces—blending exceptional craftsmanship with smart home technology. As part of the Gramophone family, we bring over 50 years of design and innovation expertise to every project. Our team manages the entire process from concept to completion, delivering a seamless experience and spaces that are both beautiful and functional. Because a home isn’t just where life happens, it’s where it’s made beautiful. ### Services Provided - Kitchen Design - Custom Cabinets - Bathroom Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Custom Bathroom Vanities - 3D Rendering - Home Additions - Custom Countertops - Custom Pantries - Lighting Design - Design Consultation - Laundry Room Design - Floor Plans - Home Extensions - Project Management - Mudroom Design - Universal Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Custom Walk-in Closets - Pantry Design - Sustainable Design - Basement Design - Drafting - Handicap-Accessible Design - Vanity Installation - Green Building - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Cabinet Doors - Kitchen Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling - Furniture Selection - Interior Design - Automatic Shades - Automation - Custom Blinds & Shades - Custom Built-ins - Deck Design - Electrical Installation - Finish Carpentry - Flooring Installation - Garage Design - Home Audio System - Home Theater Design - Home Theater Installation - Lighting Control - Motorized Draperies - Outdoor Lighting Installation - Porch Design & Construction - Smart Home ### Areas Served - Baltimore - Columbia - Towson - Randallstown - Owings Mills - Pikesville - Parkville - Carney - Reisterstown - Hunt Valley - Cockeysville - Westminster - Overlea - Mays Chapel - Timonium - Bel Air - Garrison - Lutherville - Hampstead - Hampton - Baldwin - Boring - Butler - DC Metro - Glen Arm - Glyndon - Hereford - Lutherville Timonium - Monkton - Nottingham - Phoenix - Sparks Glencoe - Stevenson - Upperco - York County PA ### Typical Job Cost $25,000 - 500,000 $25,000 - 500,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Gramophone Design Build | | Address | 10534 York Road, Suite 200, Cockeysville, Maryland 21030, United States | | Phone | (410) 683-0123 | | Website | https://www.gramophonedesignbuild.com/ | | Followers on Houzz | 49 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/gramophonedesignbuild - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/gramophone-design-build - Blog — https://www.gramophonedesignbuild.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Gramophone Design Build](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/gramophone-design-build-pfvwus-pf~1829248429) - **Website:** https://www.gramophonedesignbuild.com/ - **Phone:** (410) 683-0123 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - 2011 Award of Excellence for Kitchen Remodel - Pikesville - 2008 Award of Excellence for Whole House Renovation - Mayo Beach - 2007 Award of Ecellence for Waterfront Addition for Whole Renovation with Kitchen - 2007 Silver Merit in Recognition for Master Bedroom and Bath remodel - Kingsville ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 2 reviews** ### All 2 reviews **★★★★★ — Vaishali Khushalani, May 2016** > Bill, Liz, and Jan made a stressful task of kitchen renovation so much easier. Our kitchen, powder room and laundry room renovation took about 6 weeks. The team was extremely professional and responsive. They spent time to understand our needs, design sense and worked with us through the planning and construction. We are very happy with our new kitchen and are enjoying the beautiful new space. It was a pleasure working with the team of Kitchen Design Center of MD and would be very happy recommend them. **★★★★★ — Rebecca Copeland, April 2016** > We were very happy with the planning services, the work and the service to design our renovated kitchen. The Kitchen Design Center was very responsive, had great suggestions for us, and listened to our needs for the kitchen. We did not feel we were being "up-sold"; both Bill and Liz were helpful and steered us to cabinets that were right for our design and our pocketbook. We are very happy with the finished product. The kitchen and the cabinets look great, and we recommend this company 100%. ## Selected projects - [The Owings Reserve](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-owings-reserve-pj-vj~7852114) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: This luxury basement renovation in Owings Mills transformed an underutilized lower level into a sophisticated retreat designed for entertaining, relaxation, and everyday living. The goal was to create a series of connected spaces that feel warm, inviting, and distinctly elevated through thoughtful material selections, architectural detailing, and layered lighting. At the heart of the design is a custom wine cellar featuring a dramatic backlit quartzite feature wall. The illuminated stone showcas… - [Owings Mills Kitchen Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/owings-mills-kitchen-renovation-pj-vj~7723843) - Location: Owings Mills, MD - Photos: 17 - Description: This Baltimore County kitchen renovation blends mid-century charm with modern performance, honoring the home’s 1959 origins while introducing updated design, lighting, and technology. What began as a necessary plumbing repair evolved into a full-scale transformation, creating an opportunity to thoughtfully reimagine the space from the ground up. The design bridges past and present, preserving the home’s craftsman-meets-mid-century character while layering in bold, contemporary elements. Stained… - [Bel Air Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bel-air-kitchen-pj-vj~7772079) - Location: Bel Air, MD - Photos: 8 - Description: This kitchen renovation in Bel Air, Maryland transformed a dark, closed-off space into a bright, functional open-concept kitchen connected to the adjacent living area. By expanding the existing pass-through, the layout now allows for improved natural light, better flow, and stronger visual connection between spaces. The design features custom inset cabinetry, combining painted perimeter cabinets with dark-stained white oak cabinetry at the peninsula. A color-drenched pantry with a custom library… - [Gramophone Design Build Showroom \| Laundry Room & Dog Wash](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gramophone-design-build-showroom-laundry-room-and-dog-wash-pj-vj~7740425) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Gramophone Design Build Showroom \| Primary Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gramophone-design-build-showroom-primary-bath-pj-vj~7740381) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Lutherville Luxury Primary Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lutherville-luxury-primary-bath-pj-vj~7726501) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 27 - Description: Designed as a private retreat, this primary bathroom renovation transforms everyday routines into a quiet, immersive experience. Rich in layered textures, custom detailing, and integrated technology, the space balances warmth, sophistication, and effortless functionality. A custom tiled “rug” anchors the room, introducing subtle pattern and depth across the expansive floor. At its center, a spacious double shower becomes a focal point, featuring an accent tile wall, illuminated niche, body spray… - [Phoenix Serene Spa Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/phoenix-serene-spa-bath-pj-vj~7745047) - Location: Phoenix, MD - Photos: 5 - Description: This primary bathroom renovation reimagines daily routine as a restorative ritual, transforming an outdated layout into a soothing, spa-like environment where comfort, function, and refined materiality work in harmony. The homeowners, longtime collaborators on previous renovations, approached the project with a clear goal: to elevate their primary bath with improved finishes, enhanced lighting, and intuitive storage. What began as a simple refresh evolved into a complete rethinking of layout and… - [Modern Marble With a Twist](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-marble-with-a-twist-pj-vj~7228599) - Location: Columbia, MD - Photos: 28 - Description: When our clients came to us, their kitchen felt dated, dark, and disconnected from their lifestyle. They wanted a space that was open, bright, and highly functional. We improved the layout by relocating the cooktop to a central position and introduced a sleek suite of Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances. A waterfall edge island now anchors the space, offering seating, storage, and generous prep area. The former pantry was replaced with a full wall of Dura Supreme cabinetry in Storm Gray and Silver Mist… - [A Professional Chef's Dream](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-professional-chef-s-dream-pj-vj~7201916) - Location: Timonium, MD - Photos: 22 - [Kitchen For Entertaining](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-for-entertaining-pj-vj~5990963) - Location: Towson, MD - Photos: 7 - [Towson Modern Two-Bath Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/towson-modern-two-bath-renovation-pj-vj~7728982) - Location: Towson, MD - Photos: 50 - Description: Designed for a busy family of six, this project transforms two full bathrooms into spaces that better support shared routines and high-traffic daily use. The goal was to create environments that feel structured and efficient, while still refined and inviting. Each bathroom features clean lines, durable materials, and a cohesive, modern palette. Floating custom vanities provide generous storage without adding visual weight, while integrated niches and layered lighting enhance everyday functionali… - [Spa-Like Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spa-like-master-bath-pj-vj~7120178) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - Description: This spa-inspired primary bathroom was designed as a private retreat, transforming an everyday space into a place of calm, restoration, and intentional living. The goal was to create a serene environment that feels both elevated and deeply functional, supporting the rhythms of daily life while offering a sense of escape. A soft, neutral palette and layered material selections establish a warm, calming atmosphere, while clean lines and thoughtful detailing keep the space feeling modern and refine… - [Hunt Valley Whole Home Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hunt-valley-whole-home-remodel-pj-vj~7723896) - Location: Cockeysville, MD - Photos: 59 - Description: This full-scale renovation exemplifies a true turnkey Gramophone Design Build project, with every detail thoughtfully designed and executed, from infrastructure and technology to lighting, furnishings, and finishes. The result is a home that feels warm, modern, and intentionally tailored to the way the family lives. Lighting plays a central role throughout, with layered illumination, architectural accents, and automated scenes that shift seamlessly from day to night. Integrated systems for light… - [Greenspring Valley Turnkey Basement Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/greenspring-valley-turnkey-basement-remodel-pj-vj~7726541) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 38 - Description: What began as an unfinished lower level was transformed into a fully integrated extension of the home, designed for entertaining, everyday living, and relaxation. Created in close collaboration with the homeowner, the space is organized into distinct zones for hosting, gaming, wellness, and overnight guests. A clean, modern aesthetic carries throughout, anchored by polished concrete floors and a cohesive material palette. The central entertaining area features a dramatic home bar with a waterfal… - [Gramophone Design Build Showroom \| Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gramophone-design-build-showroom-bathroom-pj-vj~7740473) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Gramophone Design Build Showroom \| Wine Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gramophone-design-build-showroom-wine-room-pj-vj~7740468) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Gramophone Design Build Showroom \| Half Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gramophone-design-build-showroom-half-bath-pj-vj~7740461) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Gramophone Design Build Showroom \| Walk-In Closet](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gramophone-design-build-showroom-walk-in-closet-pj-vj~7740448) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Gramophone Design Build Showroom \| Breakfast Nook](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gramophone-design-build-showroom-breakfast-nook-pj-vj~7740435) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Gramophone Design Build \| Wet Bar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gramophone-design-build-wet-bar-pj-vj~7740432) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 [See all 36 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/gramophone-design-build-pfvwus-pf~1829248429) ## Ideabooks - [Beach House](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/121715174/list/beach-house) — 4 ideas - [Spa Bath](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118950261/list/spa-bath) — 1 idea - [Galley Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/117993011/list/galley-kitchen) — 2 ideas - [closets](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/44768339/list/closets) — 5 ideas [See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/gramophonedesignbuild) ## Community Q&A **Q: Mid Century Kitchen Backsplash** *(in Photo Questions)* Love it! Ours is a Mid Century house in the Twin Cities. We're renovating our kitchen, and I'm obsessed with the cream and green backsplash. Where do the tiles come from? Thank you in advance! A: @milaamundson Hi Mila! The tile here is Daltile Miramo; in Pearl with randomly placed Reef colorway. **Q: what color of flooring is this?** *(in Photo Questions)* What color of flooring is this? Thanks. A: Mannington Adura Dockside 'Sand". **Q: Mud Room Makeover that Dreams of Mud** *(in Before & After)* Mud Room--Before When we purchased our new home, we asked the previous owner, who custom built the house in the 90’s, what was the one thing she would change. She said that she wished she had planned more storage for coats, etc. when coming in from the garage. The original entry hall was narrow with a utility room immediately off the entry with a utility sink, toilet, crawl space hatch, water heater, and extra refrigerator, with an oversized laundry room off the other side of the hall that wasn’t very functional, and a powder room with an entry from a dark main hall around the corner,and a closet where decor and serve ware was stored. As part of a whole-house renovation, we gutted the first floor and reconfigured the entire space off the garage, claiming what were closets in an oversized laundry room to make space for a functional mud room that would become the drop zone for our entire family. Original Entry Hall: Original Laundry Room: Mud Room--After There isn't a detail that was missed planning this mudroom. I simply went through the process of how we come in the house--walk in, throw bags down, kick off shoes, take off coat, set mail down. And how we leave—set coffee down, put shoes on, try not to forget what we need to take with us. We needed places for ALL of those things, and to know that the reality is, the shoes won't be immediately put away, the mail won't get opened right away, and well, it would need to be a catch all for all of those things on their way in and out of the house. And for the most comfort--heated floors, and most important to keeping the dirt and germs out and the house cleaner, an entry rug to capture dirt, and an area rug with a thick non-skid pad to further corral dirt from shoes. New Mud Room: Bench A bench is a mud room must-have. (Yes, it usually also becomes dumping ground for purses, backpacks and items that need to go out of the house on the next trip—but that is real life, right?) And of course, we tend to wear the same coats day in and day out so there are hooks for coats where easy access makes more sense. Knowing that the shoes are probably not going to make it to the shoe closet floor, let alone onto the shelves, and they most often remain right in the middle of the rug, we left open space under the bench where shoes can be kicked out of the walking path. We included drawers beneath the bench that are easily accessible to children for gloves, hats, etc., and cabinets above for more hats, compact umbrellas, shoe deodorants, and misc. items we often seek as we are running out the door. Bench: Shoe Closet We are a no-shoes household, except when formally entertaining, so first order of business was a large enough space to house all in-season shoes. We took an otherwise blind corner from the laundry room and created a shoe closet with floor to ceiling shelves for shoes. The light automatically turns on when the door is open, and we left open space on the floor for taller boots and so that shoes could easily be shoved in the closet when family members are too lazy to pick them up and put them on the shelves. My favorite feature is the exhaust fan which runs continually at a low CFM and kicks up higher for several minutes when motion is detected when the door is opened. We learned that this fan also helps meet newer construction codes that require continuous exhaust of air to prevent toxic air from building up in homes. When we had a power outage from a tornado, boy did we learn how much we appreciate that fan! Shoe Closet: Coat Closet Of course, we needed a coat closet as well. We included an exhaust fan in this closet as well to help dry damp coats. We store beach bags, bleacher cushions and shopping bags above, and keep a huge basket for paper recycling, which we empty about monthly at the paper recycling dumpster in our local school parking lot. There is another small coat closet near the front entry door for guest coats. Coat Closet: To-Go Station We insisted on a “To-Go” station when working with our cabinet designer. A drop zone is a must for my husband who needs a place to set his coffee on his way out where it won’t be easily knocked over, and where he immediately empties his pockets when he comes in. It is also a place where I set mail that he needs to take with him. Our designer came up with the idea for this approx. 14” square “nook” with space from behind the adjacent mud room bath. Because it is recessed, it prevents coffee from being easily knocked off the counter. It has a mirror on the back, a puck light and a small drawer where he can toss his keys, wallet, and change when he comes in the house. It is also where we keep all extra keys and all car keys and garage remotes so everyone in the house knows where to find them. And then there are the random business cards that need to be added to contacts. But they also go in the drawer—out of site! Beneath, is a cabinet where I house the journals that come in but that he often can only find time to read every six months. They come in and I can place them right in the cabinet instead of constantly filing in the office or living room. I’ll leave a few pieces of mail that appear to be junk on the counter so he can simply look at them and toss them in the recycling bin. This is the best used 18 square inches in the house! If we designated more space, it would simply accumulate more junk or papers. To-Go Nook: Command Center Every house must have a junk drawer (or several) and a working desk or holding spot besides the kitchen island! We included a “Command Center” where incoming mail can be set and for basic office supplies, pens, pads, post-its, paper clips, letter opener, scissors, stapler, store loyalty cards, gift cards, coupons, and misc. items that often end up housed in an unassuming kitchen drawer. (We have a separate home office and a study area for the kids elsewhere in the house.) In a cabinet above, I store cookbooks, take-out menus and basic kitchen appliance manuals I often reference. I’m vertically challenged at 5’1” so I keep a small stackable space below my main shelf of cookbooks. (I'm a stacker!) Up high are seldom used cookbooks and since the are still delivered, phone books! (Has anyone seen The Intern???) Below, is a cabinet with pullout where I keep weekly store ads and coupons and where I store school papers and sports information. On the counter is a phone and router satellite and a ring holder where I place my rings away from the kitchen sink while working in the kitchen. I may add a bulletin board for invitations and flyers. Command Center: Mud Room Bath We renovated the utility room to become a full first-floor guest bath for guests to use after boating or if they prefer more privacy than sharing an upstairs bath with the kids would offer. We included a tub spout in the shower where we can wash our feet when coming in, especially during the summer when wearing open shoes. And we added a window to the formerly dark closet of a room. Original Utility Room/Garage Toilet: New Mud Bath: New Powder Room We also reconfigured the powder room by moving the entry to the mudroom hall across from the Command Center so that it would not open into the Great Room, and decreased the width of the room to pull back the poster room that jutted into the main hall, leaving us with only 16" depth for a sink. We came up with a creative solution for the powder room layout and a shallowwash plane sink from inspirational Houzz stories and photos. Before Powder Room: Inspirational Layout: Inspirational Photo: New Powder Room: Best to all configuring your mud-room spaces! A: Great use of space! **Q: Bamboo Counter Tops** *(in Before & After)* although bamboo is not considered to be wood I am happy to announce that after almost 1 year in use as our counter tops it is flawless. Granted I applied 4 coats of tung oil on all surfaces including bottom and all sides prior to installation. I have only had to give it a new coat every 3-4 months. No warping No shrinkage as good as the day I put it in, so if anyone is considering it and are not sure this stuff is as tough as nails.....a couple before and after, it will dry to a satin finish A: Wonderful alternative! Thanks for sharing! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-13.*