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address: "597 Hanley Industrial Court, St. Louis, Missouri 63144, United States"
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# McMillan Cabinetmakers

Original Houzz profile: [McMillan Cabinetmakers](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/mcmillan-cabinetmakers-pfvwus-pf~2047205734)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Kitchen & Bath Designers
- **Location:** St. Louis, MO
- **Serves:** St Louis, St. Louis, Florissant, Chesterfield, University City, Ballwin, Kirkwood, Mehlville, Maryland Heights, Webster Groves, Affton, Ferguson, Concord, Creve Coeur, Manchester, Clayton, Saint Louis, Lemay, Overland, Jennings, Saint Ann, Crestwood, Town and Country, Bridgeton, Bellefontaine Neighbors, Richmond Heights, Des Peres, Sunset Hills, Ladue, Olivette, Berkeley, Murphy, Maplewood, Brentwood, Saint Johns, Sappington, Valley Park, Shrewsbury, Glendale, Glasgow Village, Dellwood, Rock Hill, Breckenridge Hills, Normandy, Woodson Terrace, Northwoods, Frontenac, Castle Point, Pagedale, Cahokia, Dupo
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (4 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2016–2017), for Service, Design.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Influencer
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

McMillan Cabinetmakers has been designing and hand-building cabinetry and architectural woodwork for the finer residences of the St. Louis area since 1987. Our mission is to provide great quality cabinets with high quality finishes to last for many years.

### Services Provided

- Kitchen Design
- Custom Cabinets
- Bathroom Design
- Custom Kitchen Cabinets
- Custom Bathroom Vanities
- 3D Rendering
- Custom Pantries
- Lighting Design
- Universal Design
- Custom Walk-in Closets
- Drafting
- Custom Cabinet Doors
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Bathroom Remodeling

### Areas Served

- St Louis
- St. Louis
- Florissant
- Chesterfield
- University City
- Ballwin
- Kirkwood
- Mehlville
- Maryland Heights
- Webster Groves
- Affton
- Ferguson
- Concord
- Creve Coeur
- Manchester
- Clayton
- Saint Louis
- Lemay
- Overland
- Jennings
- Saint Ann
- Crestwood
- Town and Country
- Bridgeton
- Bellefontaine Neighbors
- Richmond Heights
- Des Peres
- Sunset Hills
- Ladue
- Olivette
- Berkeley
- Murphy
- Maplewood
- Brentwood
- Saint Johns
- Sappington
- Valley Park
- Shrewsbury
- Glendale
- Glasgow Village
- Dellwood
- Rock Hill
- Breckenridge Hills
- Normandy
- Woodson Terrace
- Northwoods
- Frontenac
- Castle Point
- Pagedale
- Cahokia
- Dupo

### Typical Job Cost

$2,000 - 250,000

Price range reflects projects ranging in size from a single small vanity to a full houseful of custom cabinetry.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | McMillan Cabinetmakers |
| Address | 597 Hanley Industrial Court, St. Louis, Missouri 63144, United States |
| Phone | (314) 644-4535 |
| Website | http://www.mcmillancabinetmakers.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 223 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/mcmillan.cabinetmakers
- Blog — www.mcmillancabinetmakers.com

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [McMillan Cabinetmakers](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/mcmillan-cabinetmakers-pfvwus-pf~2047205734)
- **Website:** http://www.mcmillancabinetmakers.com
- **Phone:** (314) 644-4535

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Winner 2016 St. Louis At Home Architecture and Design Award (Bath smaller than 150SF).

- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2016–2017), for Service, Design.

**Affiliations**
- [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019)
- [HBA of St. Louis & Eastern Missouri](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/hba-of-st-louis-and-eastern-missouri-pfvwus-pf~437163870)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 4 reviews**

### All 4 reviews

**★★★★★ — Lisa Rafael, Nov. 2016**

> McMillan cabinetmakers, just built my dream closet and it exceeded my expectations , Becky the designer I worked with was amazing she has great vision and creativity.and the installers were very professional
> and clean up after their self , which I so appreciate. I would recommend This company to anyone looking for a custom closet are for any custom work .

**Comment from McMillan Cabinetmakers:**

> Thank you so much for the kind words Lisa! We love how the closet turned out too and appreciate the opportunity to work with you.  - Becky

**★★★★★ — Victoria LeResche, Sept. 2016**

> McMillan Cabinetmakers did a terrific job on our recently installed bookcases!  These were installed in 3 areas of our home; the family room, dining room, and living room.   They are solid maple with a walnut veneer.  The family room bookcases also have cabinets below the bookcases with bookmatched veneers.   They are lovely!  The entire staff was great; responsive to my requests and attentive to my design aesthetic, midcentury modern.  Becky was a pleasure to work with and very detail-oriented.  I'm very glad to have had the chance to work with her.   McMillan did such a great job that they are now building custom kitchen cabinetry for us.   Vicki L.  October 2016

**★★★★★ — nsauerhoff, Nov. 2013**

> I try to steer my clients to this company whenever I can. I have been using McMillan Cabinetmakers for years and if there are any complex issues that need to be modified as construction gets going, they are on top of it immediately.  I find the entire staff to be responsive and reliable.

**Comment from McMillan Cabinetmakers:**

> Thank you, Nancy! We always love working with you, and were thrilled to have the opportunity to build cabinets for your own home!

**★★★★★ — Stacey DePriest, Nov. 2013**

> I've worked with McMillan Cabinetmakers on several projects, and they are truly one of the best.  They are professional, courteous, and they always put the customer first.  The quality of workmanship is second to none.  Customer satisfaction is a guarantee.

## Selected projects

- [Kitchen Renovations](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-renovations-pj-vj~162639)
  - Location: St. Louis, MO
  - Photos: 14
- [Custom Kitchen and China Display in Clayton](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-kitchen-and-china-display-in-clayton-pj-vj~2030883)
  - Location: Clayton, MO
  - Photos: 5
- [Rustic Home in the Mountains](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rustic-home-in-the-mountains-pj-vj~2030922)
  - Location: Nederland, CO
  - Photos: 2
  - Description: This custom home is nestled into a mountain just outside Denver, CO. We built the cabinets for the Kitchen, Master Bath, and the Master Headboard. The wood used is reclaimed pine, sourced from a local supplier. Each door and trim piece used has such unique characteristics that there is minimal sanding and finishing. The contractor did a great job installing the cabinets and sent us great reviews on our craftsmanship.
- [Plaza in Clayton 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/plaza-in-clayton-2-pj-vj~2030796)
  - Location: Clayton, MO
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: A traditionally designed residence with extensive architectural details throughout. All custom cabinetry made by McMillan Cabinetmakers.
- [The Plaza in Clayton](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-plaza-in-clayton-pj-vj~157827)
  - Location: Clayton, MO
  - Photos: 5
- [Home Office](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/home-office-pj-vj~162679)
  - Location: St. Louis, MO
  - Photos: 2
- [Mid-Century Modern Home in Ladue](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mid-century-modern-home-in-ladue-pj-vj~1777568)
  - Location: Ladue, MO
  - Photos: 9
- [House Renovation in Ladue](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-renovation-in-ladue-pj-vj~157834)
  - Location: Ladue, MO
  - Photos: 7
- [Living Rooms / Great Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/living-rooms-great-rooms-pj-vj~162690)
  - Location: St. Louis, MO
  - Photos: 4
- [Pantries, Bars & Mudrooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pantries-bars-and-mudrooms-pj-vj~162676)
  - Location: St. Louis, MO
  - Photos: 4
- [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bathrooms-pj-vj~162669)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Kitchen Details](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-details-pj-vj~162655)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [University City Dream Remodel 2017](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/university-city-dream-remodel-2017-pj-vj~2933839)
  - Location: University City, MO
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: We designed the cabinetry functions and style for this large U-shaped kitchen. It features double stacked cabinets that reach to the ceiling for extra storage and display. A pantry cabinet sits on the countertop by the refrigerator and has interior lights that turn on when the doors open. The base cabinets maximize the organization of the space with a variety of accessories like the blind corner pullout, hidden roll out drawers, and a double trash pullout. All cabinet lighting is recessed behind…
- [Glamorous Dressing Room in St. Louis, MO](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glamorous-dressing-room-in-st-louis-mo-pj-vj~2129825)
  - Location: Ladue, MO
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: A custom built-in closet for a glamorous lady. Handbags and hats are displayed behind glass doors and in open shelves. Shoes are displayed on tilted shelves with rails, also behind glass doors. Solid door cabinets to store the current season's clothing. A sit down vanity desk with a lighted mirror. A large island with ample drawer storage with access on opposite sides. Framed mirror panels complete the look of the closet.

[See all 14 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/mcmillan-cabinetmakers-pfvwus-pf~2047205734)

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- [Sources](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/19380871/list/sources) — 1 idea

[See all 7 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/mcmillancabinetmakers)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Decorative backsplash under the hood** *(in Photo Questions)*

I love this kitchen.  Great design and choice of colors.  I would love to know what the material is behind the stove.  Is it a solid one piece insert or mosaic style tiles?  Will appreciate hearing from you.  Thank you. Yvonne

A: Hi Yvonne. I love this kitchen too! We designed and built the cabinets, so I don't know anything specific about the tile, but I do know that the patterned inset behind the stove is a marble mosaic tile. Here's a close-up that might help you track it down!

**Q: Medillion cabinets quality.** *(in Design Dilemma)*

we are going to remodel a kitchen. Our kitchen designer recommand medallion silverline products. We found mix reviews for medalition, either very bad or very good. Since they have 4 different levels of products (platinum, gold, designer and silver) I'm not sure the good reviews are from higher end cabinets only or not. Any one use medallion recently? and which product level you are using? Thanks for any input.

A: Keep researching what they are suggesting for you.  I believe any kitchen should have at least plywood boxes if you want them to last a long time.  Pay attention to the materials, the functioning hardware, and the finishes.  Most dealer bought cabinets are particle board boxes or plywood boxes with solid wood faceframes with doors that overlay (sit on top of the frame).  Upgrade your hardware to the soft-close types, and upgrade your drawer boxes to solid wood with dovetail joinery.  Another key to any long lasting kitchen is to hire a very good carpenter to install the cabinets for you.  I can't stress this one enough! There's a lot of information out there to confuse anyone, but these tips are about as simple as I can take it.  Good luck!

**Q: Wall colour** *(in Photo Questions)*

I know this has been posted a while, but it's def a favourite of mine! Can you please share the wall colour? Thank you!

A: Thanks for the nice comments!  We're so happy that you love this kitchen, we do too!  We aren't sure of the wall color since we only worked on the cabinetry.  The homeowner selected the remaining finishes and colors.  If you want somewhere to start, look at Porter Paints' "Phoenix Fossil" and go a few shades lighter to keep the color in the same family. Good luck!

**Q: Cabinett colors.** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you please share the paint color used on the cabinets? Thank you.

A: We matched Porter's "Phoenix Fossil".

**Q: Need help picking a kitchen wall colour** *(in Design Dilemma)*

Just moved to this new home and I love the layout of the kitchen but I'm not sure about the counter/backsplash/wall combination. I would like to paint over the yellow but I'm not sure what colour. The living room (behind) will be BM Grey Owl 1/2 tint and technically I could continue that colour but I sort of like the idea of an accent wall or maybe full tint grey owl? Also wondering if anyone has painted/refinished counters like this before? I'd prefer something lighter. Thanks!

A: It's so hard to tell if the counters, backsplash, and flooring coordinate the best, but I agree with some of the other comments on here.  If budgets allow, change the backsplash to white subway, OR change the countertops (are those laminate or granite?) to a preferred color, and less busy texture.  The bright yellow is not working, we can all agree on that!  I like the Ben. Moore Gray Owl for the walls, it's a pretty color (we are about to make and paint our client's cabinets that color too).  If you want to add a pop of color, what about adding color with your accessories and coordinating fabric on the stools, curtains, etc?

**Q: How to plan lighting for new kitchen and bathroom** *(in Lighting)*

HI all
My husband and I are doing a budget remodel of a kitchen and bathroom. Down to the studs, moving walls, but we're trying to save money nonetheless!
Lighting design is something I haven't touched yet. We're in the process of selecting a GC for the remodel, and I'll ask him this too, but:
1\. what percentage of people hire a lighting designer for their home?
2\. what would one expect to pay for this, for two rooms?
3\. since my husband and I are both designers (in other fields) would it be unreasonable to expect we can DIY this aspect to some degree?  
4\. what's the best resource to learn about this type of design? I am trolling the web needless to say...  
Many thanks!

A: Your GC will definitely be your best resource for lighting.  There are so many products to pick from and solutions to meet your needs.  I haven't met a client yet who has hired a lighting designer.  We source our own lighting and the electrician hooks everything up.  Our clients love the lighting package we sell which we buy from Hafele LOOX Lighting, (12v system, LED light strips.)  It might be pricey compared to what you can find at the larger retail shops, but it's a great product. The price can fluctuate, and it all depends if you want on/off or dimmable lighting. Dimmable is the more expensive option.  
If you have never worked with lighting in a DIY situation, I would highly suggest hiring an electrician.  Good Luck! - Becky

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-24.*