--- title: "Lawson Design — Kitchen & Bath Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/lawson-design-pfvwus-pf~1988419952 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1988419952.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Lawson Design" category: ["Kitchen & Bath Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/38636551012e870b_7316-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Chicago, Illinois 60647, United States" latitude: 41.9209 longitude: -87.7043 phone: "(847) 975-4500" website: http://dianelawsondesigns.houzz.com/ rating: 5 review_count: 5 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 53 last_updated: 2026-09-24 --- # Lawson Design Original Houzz profile: [Lawson Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/lawson-design-pfvwus-pf~1988419952) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Kitchen & Bath Designers - **Location:** Chicago, IL - **Serves:** Chicago and surrounding suburbs, Harbor Country, Michigan - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (5 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Recommended on Houzz - 500 Ideabook Saves I have been a Kitchen and Bath designer with 18 years experience in both remodeling as well as new construction. Innovative and one of a kind designs have always been my specialty. From conceptual ideas through completion my designs are a reflection of the client's wants, needs and personality while keeping their budget in mind. I have been fortunate to have been the recipient of numerous design awards as well as having my designs published in many regional and national publications such as Remodeling magazine, The Robb Report, Woman's Day publications and Trends. I look forward to working with you and making your home, your most sacred space, reflective of you. ### Services Provided - Space planning. Kitchen design. Backsplash design. Bath design. Other Room design. Interior design. Design consultations. Material selections. Project management. ### Areas Served - Chicago and surrounding suburbs - Harbor Country - Michigan ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Lawson Design | | Address | Chicago, Illinois 60647, United States | | Phone | (847) 975-4500 | | Website | http://dianelawsondesigns.houzz.com/ | | Followers on Houzz | 53 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Lawson Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/lawson-design-pfvwus-pf~1988419952) - **Website:** http://dianelawsondesigns.houzz.com/ - **Phone:** (847) 975-4500 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - NKBA - Design Visions - 2007 - 3rd Place - Large Kitchens - NKBA - Design Visions - 2007 - 3rd Place - Large Baths - NKBA - Design Visions - 2006 - 1st Place - Large Kitchens - NKBA - Design Visions - 2006 - 2nd Place - Small Kitchens - NKBA - Design Visions - 2004 - 1st Place - Large Kitchens - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 5 reviews** ### All 5 reviews **★★★★★ — Liz, Aug. 2016** > I found Lawson Design serendipitously through another design firm on Houzz. Our home is about 50 years old and the kitchen hasn't been updated for 30 years. We selected Lawson Design for a number of reasons. First, the designer brought a fresh eye to our project. Second, she listened to what was important to us - namely keeping an area in our small kitchen that we could eat-in. And, third, she was respectful of our budget. We could only use the existing space, no additional kitchen build out, and now it has been designed to be much more modern and functional. > The team she worked with was outstanding! They kept us informed about the scheduling of contractors, held our hands through unexpected changes (we had to pick a different granite because they didn't have quite enough of the chosen one) and were skilled craftsmen. > Lawson Design estimated our kitchen remodel would take 6-8 weeks and we were complete at 7 weeks. I know we will enjoy this kitchen for the next 30 years! (Okay, maybe we will update sooner next time!) If you want great design no matter what your project may be, give this company a call. **★★★★★ — Terry Kenney, March 2014** > I have known Diane Lawson for more years than I care to count. Throughout all of those years, I found her to be one of the most talented designers I have had the pleasure of knowing. Diane has a good eye for detail, color and planning. Her ability to understand what her customer needs is what makes her such a good designer. > > Another attribute of a talented designer is their ability to work with all the styles - traditional, eclectic, transitional, contemporary or ultra modern - Diane has the ability to provide a client with the space of their dreams, no matter which style they prefer. > > No matter what space you are looking to transform, you will not have a problem achieving that dream if you are working with Diane Lawson! **★★★★★ — O'Connor Brehm Design-Build, March 2014** > We have collaborated with Diane on several high end residences. She is a talented designer with a great eye and her work always enhances ours. Diane is a pleasure to work with, listens carefully to our clients' goals, communicates well and delivers exceptional design in a professional way. **★★★★★ — Michael Menn Ltd., March 2014** > I have worked with Diane Lawson for almost 15 years now and find her one of the most professional designers I have worked with. See understands the relationship with the architect, contractor and homeowner and brings her skills to help the collaboration run smoothly. Diane has worked on at least 2 dozen projects with me over the last 15 years and I can not say there were any unresolved expectations from anyone. Her professionalism, intelligence about the subject and knowledge are her greatest quality. I plan on collaborating with Diane in the future. **★★★★★ — pamschiewe, March 2014** > Diane designed two bathrooms for me, which are beautiful. Her professionalism and creative expertise show in every detail. She is extremely easy to work with, very flexible, and offers many options to choose from. I highly recommend her! ## Selected projects - [Georgian Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/georgian-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~470409) - Location: Suburbs, IL - Photos: 3 - Description: I want a furniture style kitchen, the homeowner of this 120 year old home in the suburbs. So a furniture style kitchen was created! Notice the detailing a the feet of the island, the use of an Armoire to house two Subzero refrigerator/freezers. The hood over the range was intricately detailed and a secondary oven is tucked away at the end of the island. - [Shaker cabinetry is raging in east Nashville](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shaker-cabinetry-is-raging-in-east-nashville-pj-vj~1233321) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [east Nashville project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/east-nashville-project-pj-vj~1233319) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Dueling Chefs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dueling-chefs-pj-vj~487765) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Guest Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/guest-bath-pj-vj~486936) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Master Bathroom in the country](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-bathroom-in-the-country-pj-vj~486931) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Dining Room Buffet](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dining-room-buffet-pj-vj~479294) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Contemporary Compact Kitchne](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-compact-kitchne-pj-vj~479285) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Zoned out Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/zoned-out-kitchen-pj-vj~479275) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Transitional Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-kitchen-pj-vj~479272) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Lake Shore Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-shore-kitchen-pj-vj~479268) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Traditional Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-kitchen-pj-vj~472609) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Carrera Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carrera-master-bath-pj-vj~472565) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [A taste of Italy](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-taste-of-italy-pj-vj~472846) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Contemporary in a Mid-Century home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-in-a-mid-century-home-pj-vj~472834) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Furniture style Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/furniture-style-kitchen-pj-vj~472623) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Cheery MudRoom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cheery-mudroom-pj-vj~472586) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Powder Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/powder-room-pj-vj~471452) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Formal Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/formal-master-bath-pj-vj~471440) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Classic contemporary in the suburbs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-contemporary-in-the-suburbs-pj-vj~470400) - Location: Suburbs, IL - Photos: 3 - Description: Warm Wenge cabinetry combined with gorgeous Limestone countertops, make this Contemporay kitchen a sight to behold. Clean, classic slab cabinet doors never go out of style. Glass mosaic tiles for the backsplash adds some zip to this otherwise quiet but sophisticated feel. [See all 22 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/lawson-design-pfvwus-pf~1988419952) ## Ideabooks - [Interior Fittings](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/124185433/list/interior-fittings) — 5 ideas - [Motoworks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/122338717/list/motoworks) — 4 ideas - [Pup Salon](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118316114/list/pup-salon) — 2 ideas - [Karen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/91820938/list/karen) — 1 idea - [Fine](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/91003691/list/fine) — 8 ideas - [hoyd](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/83746764/list/hoyd) — 5 ideas - [ROEMER](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/80034144/list/roemer) — 36 ideas - [shelving](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/69606143/list/shelving) — 1 idea - [shower niche](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68672319/list/shower-niche) — 2 ideas - [mirrors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68672269/list/mirrors) — 1 idea - [NIEMANN](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/67564635/list/niemann) — 10 ideas - [paper towels](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65923717/list/paper-towels) — 7 ideas [See all 12 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/lawsondesign) ## Community Q&A **Q: Are the cabinet door fronts wire mesh?** *(in Photo Questions)* I'm bored with my plain glass kitchen cabinet fronts, is that glass and wire or just metal mesh? Where did you get them? Thanks! A: Hi! Those are actually wire mesh from a fabulous company called Lead N Glass in Illinois. **Q: Love everything! What is the the counter top type & name? Thank you** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you! It is granite and it's called Esmeralda. **Q: What color is the counter tops** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The granite was called Bourdeux…but different suppliers call it different things. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-24.*