--- title: "The Working Kitchen, Ltd. — Kitchen & Bath Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/the-working-kitchen-ltd-pfvwus-pf~2013510503 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~2013510503.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "The Working Kitchen, Ltd." category: ["Kitchen & Bath Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/4b43bf010037d8c0_7834-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Oneonta, New York 13820, United States" latitude: 42.4625 longitude: -75.0491 phone: "(607) 441-3242" website: http://www.theworkingkitchenltd.com/ rating: 5 review_count: 20 best_of_houzz_awards: 10 followers: 246 last_updated: 2026-08-18 --- # The Working Kitchen, Ltd. Original Houzz profile: [The Working Kitchen, Ltd.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/the-working-kitchen-ltd-pfvwus-pf~2013510503) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Kitchen & Bath Designers - **Location:** Oneonta, NY - **Serves:** Oneonta, Delhi, Milford, Otego, Laurens, West End, Stamford, Cooperstown, Roxbury, Maryland, Morris, New Lisbon, Andes, Margaretville, Hobart, Franklin, Davenport Center, Fly Creek, Portlandville, Jefferson, Mount Vision, Bovina, Colliersville, East Meredith, Meridale, South Kortright, Treadwell, West Oneonta - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (20 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2017–2026), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100,000 Ideabook Saves We are a full service kitchen & bath design showroom offering Wood-Mode & Brookhaven cabinetry, Sub-Zero, Wolf & Asko appliances, custom stone and wood tops, hardwood flooring, natural stone, porcelain and ceramic tile. ### Services Provided - Kitchen Design - Custom Cabinets - Bathroom Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Custom Bathroom Vanities - 3D Rendering - Custom Countertops - Custom Pantries - Floor Plans - Mudroom Design - Custom Walk-in Closets - Kitchen Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling - Tile & Flooring Design & Sales ### Areas Served - Oneonta - Delhi - Milford - Otego - Laurens - West End - Stamford - Cooperstown - Roxbury - Maryland - Morris - New Lisbon - Andes - Margaretville - Hobart - Franklin - Davenport Center - Fly Creek - Portlandville - Jefferson - Mount Vision - Bovina - Colliersville - East Meredith - Meridale - South Kortright - Treadwell - West Oneonta ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | The Working Kitchen, Ltd. | | Address | Oneonta, New York 13820, United States | | Phone | (607) 441-3242 | | Website | http://www.theworkingkitchenltd.com/ | | Followers on Houzz | 246 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/theworkingkitchenltd/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [The Working Kitchen, Ltd.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/the-working-kitchen-ltd-pfvwus-pf~2013510503) - **Website:** http://www.theworkingkitchenltd.com/ - **Phone:** (607) 441-3242 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2017–2026), for Service, Design. **Affiliations** - [National Kitchen & Bath Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-kitchen-and-bath-association-pfvwus-pf~1351084655) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 20 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Linda Dunne, Nov. 2025** > I only have completely positive things to say about Working Kitchen - especially Ashley!! Her attention to detail was amazing. Her knowledge of what works -in kitchens - was so helpful, practical, and aesthetic. My kitchen is beautiful and functional because of her specialized skills (especially the computer renderings). > > I can not recommend them enough! **Comment from The Working Kitchen, Ltd.:** > Thanks, Linda! I have to agree; Ashley is wonderful and we are so lucky to have her! Thank you for entrusting us with your project. We are just as thrilled with the results and hope it beings you many years of enjoyment. **★★★★★ — Deborah DiBartolomeo, Nov. 2025** > The Working Kitchen was very professional. Ashley listened to what I wanted. She came up with a creative plan, but listened to my concerns about the plan and adjusted the plan until it was what I wanted. Ashley also gave me helpful suggestions and ideas. > She also followed up during the remodel and after. **Comment from The Working Kitchen, Ltd.:** > Thank you Deborah! We’re happy we could help transform the kitchen from what it once was. You were a pleasure to work with & we welcome the opportunity to assist with any future project needs. **★★★★★ — Elaine Wheatley, Oct. 2025** > The Working Kitchen was recommended by a contractor when I was going to remodel my kitchen. Ashley was the one I worked with, and she was excellent in every way. She worked with me on the design remodel. My kitchen was measured numerous times to make sure every cabinet would fit precisely prior to ordering. They only work with quality companies to help complete the work, such as the countertop company. The 5 pieces of quartz that I needed fit perfectly. They are a very honest and reputable company. Highly recommend their work! **Comment from The Working Kitchen, Ltd.:** > Thank you Elaine! We enjoyed working with you every step of the way to create a space that now feels refreshed and functional for your needs. May you enjoy it for many years to come! **★★★★★ — violet Gedmintas, Oct. 2025** > I couldn’t be more satisfied and any happier with the outcome of my kitchen the entire process of planning that space and being available for any questions went so smoothly. The staff is so professional and knowledgeable and more than helpful. I have the kitchen of my dreams, thanks to all their efforts. I would recommend them and do sing songs of praise whenever I speak about my kitchen to anyone I’ve received so many compliments and I always respond with “it’s the working kitchen“ **Comment from The Working Kitchen, Ltd.:** > Thank you for the wonderful praise Violet! It was our pleasure bringing your vision to life and we’re so happy you’re enjoying your space. **★★★★★ — Marina Bravin, Jan. 2019** > The Working Kitchen did our kitchen. It came out amazing! Stephanie was wonderful in helping with design and implementation of it. Could not be happier and would recommend them to anyone. **★★★★★ — Stephen Cropper, Dec. 2018** > We were very pleased w both the design and execution of our new kitchen. Stephanie was very responsive to our needs and had many helpful suggestions. She was also delightful to work with. I would give her 5 Stars! > > Highly likely to recommend her to others. **Comment from The Working Kitchen, Ltd.:** > Thank you, Stephen! Working with you and Kathleen was such a pleasure and I'm thrilled that you are enjoying your new kitchen. I absolutely love the way it came together. **★★★★★ — User, Dec. 2018** > Excellent company. They helped me design and remodel my kitchen and dining room. Stephanie is an artist when it comes to designing and working with spaces. Very professional and easy to work with. There were no delays and their products are high quality. If I were to need to remodel another house I would no hesitate in contacting them again. **Comment from The Working Kitchen, Ltd.:** > Thank you so much. We truly enjoyed working on your project and would welcome the opportunity to work with you again. **★★★★★ — Ina Petito, July 2016** > I had Stephanie and the Staff of The Working Kitchen help me design and install a kitchen in my new home. I had gone into the project asking for every bell and whistle. When I received the quote it was quite a bit more than I wanted to spend, so I spoke to Stephanie and she helped me figure out how to meet my budget without any compromise. I am so happy and everything looks beautiful. They were professional, knowledgeable and were over all fabulous. I would only use The Working Kitchen for any future kitchen or bath needs. **Comment from The Working Kitchen, Ltd.:** > Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the process and that you are happy with your new Working Kitchen! We look forward to those future projects. Thanks again! **★★★★★ — lwallstadt, May 2016** > The Working Kitchen did an absolutely fantastic job of helping us lay out a modern kitchen in a 200-year-old federal style house. Although the space available was large, we imposed several serious constraints in order to use what was originally servants' quarters and a butler's pantry to preserve other aspects of the house's original floor plan. Stephanie Holmes, the owner of The Working Kitchen, incorporated our wish list and gave us a number of alternatives that led to a very functional design for cooking, informal congregating and providing easy service to the dining room. After the layout was completed, Stephanie worked with us on selecting appliances, designing the custom cabinetry, positioning the lighting and making sure it all fit together perfectly. She helped us through the numerous small decisions that are needed in a project like this and made sure all of the components were ready on time. The design and attention to details were equal to what you can normally find only in major cities. The reaction of everyone who walks into our kitchen is "Wow!" We can enthusiastically recommend The Working Kitchen. **★★★★★ — bcadams8969, April 2016** > Stephanie Holmes of The Working Kitchen has designed all kitchens, bathrooms and laundry facilities in 3 different homes for me in the last 4 years. > > As you can imagine, selecting materials for 3 different homes in 4 years can be quite a daunting project. > > Stephanie is hard working, professional and a very pleasant woman to work with. Her knowledge of her products is outstanding and she made the process quite a lot of fun! **★★★★★ — wprridge, April 2016** > We purchased a home 20+ which was built in 1810. After gutting the whole house, we began restoring it During our process to restore the home back to the original look, we tore off the kitchen and moved it to a new addition that we put on the house. I do a LOT of baking and cooking and the kitchen was never finished. A couple of years ago, we decided to remove what we had put in and install a new kitchen and update our bathroom. We worked with Stephanie, owner of The Working Kitchen and came up with a great layout that made the kitchen user-friendly while keeping "feel" of a home built in 1810. This included new kitchen cupboards, a new range, dishwasher and fridge. I drew the design that I wanted for the area behind the range and Stephanie used her knowledge and sources to make it happen. The kitchen now has a pull-out shelf for my Kitchen Aid mixer, beautiful pull-out spice racks on each side of our 6-burner Wolf range, a pull-out Rev-A-Shelf to efficiently use the corner in the kitchen instead of a lazy-susan, the Bosch dishwasher and Jenn-air fridge are concealed behind false doors that match the cabinetry. We put in a special area that has now become our "coffee station" and installed Cambria Quartz counters which are durable, care-free and beautiful. We had our carpenter put wide pine plank flooring put down throughout the house and tile the floors in the bathroom and the mudroom. We painted the walls using Benjamin Moore Historic colors and did the backsplash in handmade brick tile. Stephanie has sent other prospective customers to see our beautiful, work-friendly kitchen and it convinced them, she was the person they needed to aid them in their decisions to update their kitchen. Stephanie was great to work with in helping us make our kitchen into a real "Working Kitchen"! **★★★★★ — jhstalter, April 2016** > Stephanie is a wonderful designer and helped me with a complete overhaul of my kitchen. Her knowledge about cabinetry and her attention to detail is fantastic. > With Stephanie's help, we chose semi custom Wood Mode cabinets. They are beautiful and every time I close a door or shut a drawer I know I have a quality product > With Stephanie's help, I got my dream kitchen. **Comment from The Working Kitchen, Ltd.:** > Thanks so much, Dr. Stalter. I can't tell you how much I enjoy hearing that 6 years later you still love your kitchen! It really is a gorgeous space and I enjoyed the whole process. Thank you again. ## Selected projects - [Upstate Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upstate-farmhouse-pj-vj~5875626) - Location: East Meredith, NY - Photos: 8 - Description: The goal of this farmhouse renovation in Upstate New York was to update the kitchen, while maintaining the feel of the old home. We paired custom white inset cabinetry with the existing wood shelving, added unlacquered brass hardware, and updated the appliances with a Wolf Gas Range, Best Vent Hood, and ASKO dishwasher. Additionally, we fabricated the original soapstone counter into a custom farmhouse sink, then added new soapstone countertops to match! The mixing of these old and new materials… - [Cooperstown Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cooperstown-farmhouse-pj-vj~1502861) - Location: Cooperstown, NY - Photos: 26 - Description: Light floods this recently renovated 1800's farmhouse in Otsego County. We had the good fortune to provide cabinetry, tops, tile and fittings for the kitchen, mudroom and bathrooms in this historic home. We are beyond thrilled with the results! Photos by Vicki Bodine. - [Milford Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/milford-residence-pj-vj~1501772) - Location: Oneonta, NY - Photos: 24 - Description: Handmade brick veneer and European larch flooring combine with rich black cabinetry and gleaming white quartz counters to bring rustic elegance to the kitchen and dining room in this newly constructed home in Milford, NY. The master bath is a serene study in contrasts, and is joined by well appointed laundry and mud rooms. [See all 3 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/the-working-kitchen-ltd-pfvwus-pf~2013510503) ## Ideabooks - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/141999050/list/wish-list) — 4 ideas - [\| The Living Room \|](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/80594640/list/the-living-room) — 1 idea - [\| The Boys' Room \|](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/64972354/list/the-boys-room) — 6 ideas - [\| Tile \|](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/73995347/list/tile) — 5 ideas - [\| The Laundry \|](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/64972237/list/the-laundry) — 3 ideas - [\| The Pantry \|](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/59529819/list/the-pantry) — 2 ideas - [\| The Mudroom \|](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/67680693/list/the-mudroom) — 4 ideas - [\| The Entry \|](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/67680671/list/the-entry) — 2 ideas - [Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65708651/list/lighting) — 3 ideas - [\| Outside \|](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/64972171/list/outside) — 1 idea - [\| The Dining Room \|](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/60694649/list/the-dining-room) — 1 idea - [\| Creative Storage \|](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/59529867/list/creative-storage) — 2 ideas - [\| the bar \|](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/58555522/list/the-bar) — 1 idea [See all 13 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/theworkingkitchenltd) ## Community Q&A **Q: what is the back splash?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The backsplash is full-height honed carrara marble to match the counters. **Q: What color of counters are in this kitchen?** *(in Photo Questions)* What color/material are the counters? A: The counters and backsplash are honed Carrara marble. **Q: kitchen sink faucet/finish** *(in Photo Questions)* What brand the kitchen sink faucet and color finish? A: The faucet is from Whitehaus. Finish is Antique Brass. Thanks! **Q: what kind of marble?** *(in Photo Questions)* What kind of marble was used? A: Tops and splash are honed Carrara marble. Thanks! **Q: curious about the countertops** *(in Photo Questions)* hi there! just curious what countertops are featured here? A: Hello! The counters and full height splash are honed Carrara marble. **Q: shower** *(in Photo Questions)* How big is the shower A: I believe the shower is roughly 40" x 40". --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-18.*