--- title: "Denise Butchko/Butchko and Company — Custom Closet Designer | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/custom-closet-designer/denise-butchko-butchko-and-company-pfvwus-pf~402778735 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~402778735.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Denise Butchko/Butchko and Company" category: ["Custom Closet Designer"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/cea32a330eea43f0_6555-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1362 N. State Parkway, Chicago, Illinois 60610, United States" latitude: 41.9033 longitude: -87.6336 phone: "(312) 880-7307" website: http://www.ButchkoandCompany.com rating: 5 review_count: 8 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 380 last_updated: 2026-11-08 --- # Denise Butchko/Butchko and Company Original Houzz profile: [Denise Butchko/Butchko and Company](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/custom-closet-designer/denise-butchko-butchko-and-company-pfvwus-pf~402778735) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Custom Closet Designer - **Location:** Chicago, IL - **Serves:** Chicago, Evanston, Skokie, Glenview, Northbrook, Wilmette, Lake Forest, Winnetka - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (8 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2014), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Online consultation - Published nationally - Offers Custom Work I go beyond closet systems, and incorporate who you are and how you live into a totally custom storage design without the production limitations many closet companies have.I'm an award winning closet/custom storage designer. I'm also the first certified Master Storage Designer in the country and a former judge for the closet industries "Top Shelf Design Awards". I also served two terms at the Chicago NKBA President. Multi-passionate design professional who loves making the world a more beautiful place one closet or home office at a time. And love sharing great tips and projects through blogging and articles. I draw alot of inspiration from the streets of Chicago and the world class architecture we have here, as well as the infinite horizon and changing colors of lake Michigan. ### Services Provided - Closet Design - Space Planning - Custom Walk-in Closets - Custom Cabinets - Custom Built-ins ### Areas Served - Chicago - Evanston - Skokie - Glenview - Northbrook - Wilmette - Lake Forest - Winnetka ### Typical Job Cost $5,000 - 50,000 $5,000 - 50,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Denise Butchko/Butchko and Company | | Address | 1362 N. State Parkway, Chicago, Illinois 60610, United States | | Phone | (312) 880-7307 | | Website | http://www.ButchkoandCompany.com | | Followers on Houzz | 380 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Denise Butchko/Butchko and Company](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/custom-closet-designer/denise-butchko-butchko-and-company-pfvwus-pf~402778735) - **Website:** http://www.ButchkoandCompany.com - **Phone:** (312) 880-7307 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Winner of Top Shelf Industry Design AwardJudge for Top Shelf Design Competition 1st Certified Master Storage Designer via Association of Closet & Storage Professionals. - Past President, NKBA Chicago Midwest Chapter - Design Contributor, Closets & Storage Magazine - Design Contributor, The Woodworking Ne - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2014), for Service. **Affiliations** - [National Kitchen & Bath Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-kitchen-and-bath-association-pfvwus-pf~1351084655) - [Association of Closet and Storage Professionals](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/association-of-closet-and-storage-professionals-pfvwus-pf~1703504105) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 8 reviews** ### All 8 reviews **★★★★★ — Valet Custom Cabinets & Closets, May 2017** > Denise Butchko is one of the premier closet designers/trainers in North America. Her years of experience and winning attitude make her my first choice to guide new designers toward success. In addition, her vast network of resources and extensive travels make her an invaluable source of knowledge and advice. With great enthusiasm and trust, I highly recommend Denise Butchko! ~Patrick Layne, Vice President - Valet Custom Cabinets & Closets. **Comment from Denise Butchko/Butchko and Company:** > I really enjoy the privilege of working with your team Patrick and if I ever move to northern California - I'm coming to work for you! **★★★★★ — Fredman Design Group, Jan. 2016** > Denise Butchko/Butchko Company has been an invaluable industry partner of Fredman Design Group for many years. They consistently exceed our expectations by steadily providing the kind of attention to detail and exceptional service we can rely on. Denise Butchko/Butchko Company, like us, is committed to the belief that all things are possible if we stand for everyone's success. All the while doing what we love, and being inspired by what is still ahead. It is with this philosophy that we look forward to partnering with them into the next 40 years. **★★★★★ — Elle H-Millard Designs, May 2014** > Denise and Richie presented for the NKBA at KBIS 2014 and blew the sock off of their audience, so we invited them back to present as part of our webinar series and they did not disappoint. Their chemistry, humor, knowledge, and fun is so contagious and really inspiring. I cannot wait to work with them again in the future and would love to refer them to you as a presenter. Thank you both and good luck on your next adventure. **★★★★★ — Atlanta Closet & Storage Solutions, Sept. 2013** > I have attended online and in person classes presented by Denise and have always found her to be well informed, insightful, upbeat, helpful and happy to share good ideas, whether her own or others'. She possesses a great combination of industry knowledge, people skills, and boundless energy. **Comment from Denise Butchko/Butchko and Company:** > Thanks so much Atlanta Closet and Storage. I love that you gain insights from my sessions and gain business from putting them into action. Keep on keepin' on! **★★★★★ — hansen4, March 2013** > This is the person you want to call. > > Denise is incredibly professional and full of great ideas and suggestions to make the most of your closet space. > > Her company did all of the closet install for my two son's rooms, my closet, my husband's, a china cabinet, four coat / storage closets and two utility/ storage areas. > > Her attention is detail makes her stand out from the other closet companies, and she delivers the best space planning for the right price. **★★★★★ — 1017clas, March 2013** > Denise provided designs and coordinated installation for all of the closets and storage areas in our newly renovated loft (1 bedroom, an office, a hall closet, and a multi-purpose utility room.) The things I liked most about working with Denise were that she listened well, offered recommendations and designs that met our needs, then lets us make our own decisions. She was supportive and never pressed her own agenda. An upbeat and knowledgeable professional, who is easy to work with. **Comment from Denise Butchko/Butchko and Company:** > Leslie and Lew were terrific to work with. They are organized and have reasonable expectations of what they get in return for what they invest. **★★★★★ — User, Oct. 2012** > Denise is a highly-skilled designer, both from a solutioning and an aesthetic perspective. She has a broad-based background that informs her work and enables her to deliver highly-functional and pleasing results every time. Her lengthy and varied background (millwork, hardware, marketing) and professional generosity are the reason that she is a “go-to” person for other industry professionals. In short, Denise is a valuable resource. **★★★★★ — Mayor of Hardware, Oct. 2012** > Whether your project is a custom closet, home office or media center, Denise will create a space that is as beautiful as it is functional. Her love for the industry, knowledge of design and attention to detail will making working with her a blast! I would highly recommend Denise for your next project. ## Selected projects - [Channeling Frank Lloyd Wright](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/channeling-frank-lloyd-wright-pj-vj~7878766) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 5 - [Leather, Glass & Mahogany](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/leather-glass-and-mahogany-pj-vj~25005) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - [White, Lights and Action](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/white-lights-and-action-pj-vj~2025609) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Sweet Maple](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sweet-maple-pj-vj~25010) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: These "His" and "Hers" master closets are a great use of space within a contemporary home on Chicago's north shore. We used a clear finished maple with flat fronts to keep costs in line. - [White Closets](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/white-closets-pj-vj~311356) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: White is a timeless color that almost everyone can "live" with. It's a great choice housing projects that will be long term - like a kitchen or bathroom or closet. These photos highlight some options in white that have been created by some of our KCD Software clients. - [White Walk In Closet](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/white-walk-in-closet-pj-vj~382276) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 4 - Description: This walk in closet looks simple, but is demanding in its' return on space. We used a white melamine with thermofoil fronts. We added crown molding and left a shadow line because there were different ceiling heights and clearances that we needed to be sure not to interfere with. There are baskets behind the mirrored doors and they are hinged to function as a three-way mirror. We measured hanging needs as well as how much space we needed for folded items. We also incorporated the clients preferen… - [Desk In A Closet](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/desk-in-a-closet-pj-vj~25009) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: A writer needed more "horizontal" space to work. Incorporated here you can see the "before" shots as well as the "after" shots that show how we built a desk inside a closet and added matching cabinetry in a contemporary style. This gives the client additional hidden storage as well as space to display favorite personal items. The wood is a dark stained, custom matched oak. - [Walk In Closet Ash](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/walk-in-closet-ash-pj-vj~244107) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: This Walk In Closet was made from Ash wood with a clear finish and designed using KCD Software. The entire closet has doors and drawers, so there is no open storage. The island is on wheels so it can be moved around. The hardware is Oil Rubbed Bronze. - [Contemporary Couture](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-couture-pj-vj~25003) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 7 - Description: Closets come in all shapes and sizes, with most being simple Reach-Ins or box shaped Walk Ins. But sometimes the universe presents you with a challenge (and sometimes the challenge is from the builder, dah!) Alas, this challenge involved a "Z" shaped closet with 17 foot ceilings and a homeowner that wanted the closet to go all the way to ceiling. How that translates to the work I do is that it means we were basically building a closet on top of a closet. We needed to accommodate hanging, have dr… - [Hallway Storage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hallway-storage-pj-vj~204747) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Office Space](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/office-space-pj-vj~192319) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Loft Closet](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/loft-closet-pj-vj~192231) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - [Home Office](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/home-office-pj-vj~192207) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [White Closet](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/white-closet-pj-vj~189569) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - [Inspired By Campion Platt](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/inspired-by-campion-platt-pj-vj~189558) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [His and Her Home Offices](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/his-and-her-home-offices-pj-vj~183143) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - Description: A husband and wife wanted to incorporate home office workspace within the family room so everyone could be together. We matched some existing millwork and created functional designs that they love. - [Stairway To Heaven Closet](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stairway-to-heaven-closet-pj-vj~25002) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [The Big Ash Job](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-big-ash-job-pj-vj~25000) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 [See all 18 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/custom-closet-designer/denise-butchko-butchko-and-company-pfvwus-pf~402778735) ## Ideabooks - [Kitchen - trends](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/22695376/list/kitchen-trends) — 58 ideas - [NKBA Events](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/61831183/list/nkba-events) — 1 idea - [White Walk In Closet Lighting Island](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/56582268/list/white-walk-in-closet-lighting-island) — 12 ideas - [hooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/47522509/list/hooks) — 10 ideas - [Frosted Glass Walk In Closet](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/31118085/list/frosted-glass-walk-in-closet) — 7 ideas - [Desk In Closet](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/31116732/list/desk-in-closet) — 7 ideas - [White Walk In Closet](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/31116613/list/white-walk-in-closet) — 8 ideas - [Designing Walk In Closets in Chicago](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/10593426/list/designing-walk-in-closets-in-chicago) — 7 ideas - [Space Saving](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/18725519/list/space-saving) — 5 ideas - [Universal Design](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/22515837/list/universal-design) — 1 idea - [Cool Colleagues](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4882690/list/cool-colleagues) — 3 ideas - [Home Office](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/21138432/list/home-office) — 6 ideas - [Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/10844517/list/lighting) — 13 ideas - [Accessories](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/15618741/list/accessories) — 16 ideas - [denisebutchko's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4442917/list/denisebutchko-s-ideas) — 14 ideas - [Outside views as inside beauty](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16707251/list/outside-views-as-inside-beauty) — 1 idea - [Pantries](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/12964362/list/pantries) — 7 ideas - [Design Your Dream Closet For Less Money](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/10713695/list/design-your-dream-closet-for-less-money) — 14 ideas - [Chicago Closet Design - a place for everything](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11025106/list/chicago-closet-design-a-place-for-everything) — 13 ideas - [corner office](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/10745091/list/corner-office) — 3 ideas [See all 23 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/denisebutchko) ## Community Q&A **Q: What a beautiful and elegant closet this is...stunning!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thanks so much! It was a pleasure to design and wonderful to see it "come to light". **Q: Keep all your jewelry organized by creating a unique cabinet. Add a drawer for your small things and a cabinet for the hanging things. Add a rechargeable light to keep things bright and visible.** *(in Post to Followers)* Keep all your jewelry organized by creating a unique cabinet. Add a drawer for your small things and a cabinet for the hanging things. Add a rechargeable light to keep things bright and visible. A: Very interesting. **Q: Got ties?? We can make a custom tie rack to fill all your needs.** *(in Post to Followers)* Got ties?? We can make a custom tie rack to fill all your needs. A: What a brilliant idea. Love it. **Q: Can't decide if you want drawers in the closet or out, make them rolling and you can have it both ways.** *(in Post to Followers)* Can't decide if you want drawers in the closet or out, make them rolling and you can have it both ways. A: That's a really cool idea. **Q: Dual function...... a bench for putting on shoes and also extra storage space.** *(in Post to Followers)* Dual function...... a bench for putting on shoes and also extra storage space. A: Great idea. **Q: Get the square on storage. Adding dividers within your drawers help to organize all your different accessories.** *(in Post to Followers)* Get the square on storage. Adding dividers within your drawers help to organize all your different accessories. A: Love a super organized space. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-08.*