--- title: "Paul Lopa Designs — General Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/paul-lopa-designs-pfvwus-pf~436464886 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~436464886.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Paul Lopa Designs" category: ["General Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/15f3972a0022acc6_3783-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "276 New Dorp Lane, Staten Island, New York 10306, United States" latitude: 40.5682 longitude: -74.1184 phone: "(866) 725-1505" website: http://paullopadesigns.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 30 best_of_houzz_awards: 5 followers: 473 last_updated: 2026-09-03 --- # Paul Lopa Designs Original Houzz profile: [Paul Lopa Designs](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/paul-lopa-designs-pfvwus-pf~436464886) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** General Contractors - **Location:** Staten Island, NY - **Serves:** Brooklyn, Manhattan, Staten Island, Bensonhurst, Summit, Atlantic Highlands, Bayonne, Edison, Elizabeth, Hazlet, Linden, Matawan, Perth Amboy, Plainfield, Rahway, Sayreville Junction, South Amboy, Woodbridge - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (30 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2015–2026), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 25,000 Ideabook Saves - References available - Award winning - High-end Paul Lopa Designs is a licensed home Improvement contractor and home builder In New York City, Brooklyn, Staten Island, Southampton and New Jersey. At Paul Lopa Designs we bridge the gap between Design & Build firm, offering our services for the planning, designing, building and remodeling stage. Projects from complete home and condo renovations to kitchens and bathrooms. Our expertise includes custom home building of French-inspired villas to more traditional medium sized properties. Paul Lopa has a successful background in building and designing his own homes on spec. He began his construction career as a part owner with his family in a custom home building company on Staten Island. More than 30 homes designed, built and sold are a testament to his skills of management, designing, budgeting and his ability to get the project done. This allows Paul Lopa Designs the necessary experience to bridge the gap between builder and designer for his clients, from breaking ground to your hand selected paint colors we put on your walls. Our principles regarding work - That we do the absolute best we can, that we complete the work in every detail, that the work is performed with love, even if it is just the love of work, that it is endowed with the joy of creativity, and that when it is finished, we are completely satisfied with it. Working in that manner causes the work to endure. Working in that fashion also causes what we work on to work on us. When we polish an exterior surface to the maximum limits of our potential, our own interior surfaces are polished as well. As we repair a tool, a relationship, a garment, doing it as well as we can, we are repaired. As we endow our work with durability, so we endure. from the book of changes “I Ching Wisdom”.: ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling - Kitchen Remodeling - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Basement Remodeling - Outdoor Kitchen Construction - Home Restoration - Bathroom Design - Cabinet Installation - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Cabinets - Custom Countertops - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Custom Pantries - Home Builder - Kitchen Design - Plastering ### Areas Served - Brooklyn - Manhattan - Staten Island - Bensonhurst - Summit - Atlantic Highlands - Bayonne - Edison - Elizabeth - Hazlet - Linden - Matawan - Perth Amboy - Plainfield - Rahway - Sayreville Junction - South Amboy - Woodbridge ### Typical Job Cost $25,000 - 10 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Paul Lopa Designs | | Address | 276 New Dorp Lane, Staten Island, New York 10306, United States | | Phone | (866) 725-1505 | | Website | http://paullopadesigns.com | | License Number | NY\#1313466 : NJ\#13VH06843400 | | Followers on Houzz | 473 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/pages/paul-lopa-designs-inc/102648886440602?ref=hl - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/paullopadesigns - Blog — https://www.youtube.com/user/Paullopadesigns/videos?flow=grid&view=0 ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Paul Lopa Designs](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/paul-lopa-designs-pfvwus-pf~436464886) - **Website:** http://paullopadesigns.com - **Phone:** (866) 725-1505 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - +New York State Home Improvement Contractor And General Contractor License & New Jersey Home Improvement Contractor License - +Best of Houzz Service Award Winner 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2019 - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2015–2026), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 30 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — F M, March 2024** > Paul and team did a full renovation of my 2br condo in Manhattan. Everything was done in the most professional manner, and to schedule. Budgets and billing are transparent. I didn't have to deal with any subcontractors: Paul did it all. They followed building rules, and always kept the hallways clean of dust or debris from the demolition phase. The kitchen is a masterwork. I initially intended to rent out the apartment (having moved during the renovation) but ultimately decided to sell. One of the stagers who looked at it before listing raved about the renovation. The kitchen really sells itself (and is nicer than the kitchen in my new place!). Paul is always available to talk on the phone about any questions and concerns. **★★★★★ — Ella Mazurova, Nov. 2023** > We hired Paul to do a gut renovation of our home and couldn’t have made a better choice. From the construction to the design phase, everything ran very smoothly. All of the work was high quality and Paul was very responsive throughout the whole process. We were very satisfied with the final product and recommended him to our daughter. She is currently working with Paul on renovating her house. > Mazurov’s family. **★★★★★ — eml1952, March 2020** > After meeting with Paul Lopa several times we saw that he was very perceptive in picking up on our taste and style. He respected my house’s design and continued in that direction. > > We hired Paul to renovate our kitchen, first floor bath and master bath. As the project continued, and we saw the design that Paul had envisioned, we asked him to continue with architectural features that reflected the house’s original style. Along the way, he also corrected some design flaws I discovered by living in the house for 20 years! > > Paul is easy to talk to, cares about quality & doing the job right yet understood our budget. Work was done on schedule. He was easy to reach either by phone, text or email. Everything was done perfectly. > > Paul has a strong reliable team that he collaborated with daily. The team showed up on time each day, was respectful of our property by keeping it safe from the demolition and worked well with other contractors. > > Many times Paul presented something that we did not see and we always valued that contribution. Paul Lopa is a talented contractor with a very strong design sense and attention to detail, all resulting in the home of our dreams! > > > > > > Sent from my iPhone **Comment from Paul Lopa Designs:** > Thank You so much for this beautiful review. I'am so grateful to work with you and your family on there home renovations. We look forward to a long lasting relationship from everyone at Paul Lopa Designs. **★★★★★ — HU-439714160, March 2020** > We did a whole house remodel and Paul and his team did a fantastic job with the huge project they took on. Paul led us through the entire job from beginning to end and was always there for us for any questions or concerns that we had. Even after the project was complete he still kept in touch to make sure everything was ok and up to our standards. Paul Lopa designs did a wonderful job. **★★★★ — Kim Tran, March 2020** > Paul and his team did my 2 family- home renovation. He helped me with all aspect of designing my home to look beautiful. Everyone was very professional. I definitely would recommend him to friends and family! **★★★★★ — Shannonn McGrael, June 2018** > I had the pleasure of working with Paul and his team on a basement renovation last year. I can't praise them highly enough. Paul was collaborative and open to my ideas, while still offering his expert help and guidance. His contracts and estimates are detailed and easy to understand, and he stayed on budget and on time. His crew is also truly wonderful which really sets this team apart, since that is who is in your home day after day. They are kind, professional, clean, and very detail oriented. I had a 1 year old baby at the time of this renovation so this was very important to me and i just could not be happier with how everything came out. **★★★★★ — Quazi Rahman, June 2018** > Sincere , meticulous , intelligent work . As a person he is very personable and he can individualize the plan as per need and ability of the customer. He reviewed the plan over and over again ,made the necessary changes in the plan and construction as per needed. He did not get irritated upon our repeated requests to change the modality of design and structure. He finished the project on time. **★★★★★ — mbosco20, April 2018** > Paul Lopa designs is currently renovating my kitchen , living room , dining room , hallway and three bedrooms. I’m excited to see my home completely renovated. Paul comes to my home every day and is always there for every step of the job. Grace & Fran the designing team are so talented I trust them completely. I purchased cabinets from Paul at his store the Cabinet Factory on New Dorp lane where there were so many cabinets and elements to my home renovation to choose from. Paul made me a computer diagrams of exactly what the outcome will be. I will put before & after pictures on this site when the job is completed. My husband & I are so delighted that we hired such a professional and talented person Paul Lopa & his team of designers. I love the fact that I was able to purchase my floors, quartz counter tops , my appliances, cabinets, sink , light fixtures and even the handles . One stop shopping !! Makes my life easier , I highly recommend Paul Lopa Design and Cabinet Planted. They are making this job so much easier by having peace of mind and have their own expertise of service. Denise Milici of Staten Island , NY **★★★★★ — Carli Bruno, March 2017** > Paul Lopa designs is definitely the way to go if you want someone who is passionate, professional, and honest. I used Paul for a complete reno on my 1st home purchase. It was a complete mess. I had no idea what I got myself into. On the walk through with Paul and Fran the eased my worries with how confident they were that the house would turn out beautiful. Paul didn't seemed phased by the project at hand. And Fran was able to vision the potential of each room. So the design process begins. First I was instructed to install a special app that would organize and keep track of all decisions made by me and a completed list of our entire budget. I was sent choices to choose from for all finishing for my dream home. When I was torn or just too overwhelmed to make a decision Paul and Fran were not afraid to share there artistic view and only had our best interest at heart. They really took the time to get to know what I wanted and did everything to assure that it would get done in a timely manner. Most importantly Paul worked very hard to stay within our budget without compromising the integrity of his work. He was always available to oversee the progress of the project. If he could not be physically at project he was a phone call away and always communicated with me and his employees, who were very hard workers. They were professional and respectful. The house turned out better than I could have imagined and I'm so happy with my decision to hire Paul Lopa designs. **★★★★★ — John Zacharia, Dec. 2016** > My family and I are so glad we made the choice of hiring Paul Lopa. Our bathroom was about 30 years old and quite outdated. I explained to Paul I wanted a modern look and at the same time I wanted a bathroom that was done right and not need constant repairs. I am so happy to say the man delivered on his promise. My family now has the luxury of having our own spa like bathroom which I have only seen in expensive hotels. I also know from the way he made sure that my floors were water proofed and that all the old pipes and wiring was removed that he did right by me. I can say that it was worth every penny we put into it. Now i have to go and save up some more money so I can have Paul remodel my kitchen. **★★★★★ — Lavette's Home Style, Nov. 2016** > It was an absolute pleasure working with Paul and his team! From start to finish, he was professional, creative, and driven to get the project done. I've worked with many contractors, and it's rare to find a team so dedicated to making the job flow seamlessly. The job was no easy task, and Paul and his team never backed down from the challenge. From demo, to tile, install and painting they got it done perfectly. I would highly recommend Paul Lopa to my clients for a smooth job. **★★★★★ — Elaine Hoogkamp, Oct. 2016** > I started my search for a contractor about a year before I hired Paul to do a kitchen and bathroom renovation. This was my first time at the bat, and I really had no idea what to expect. I had many contractor proposals that swung wildly in price but for some reason I never felt inclined to hire any of the guys I met with. I happened to be looking at Houzz one day and came across Paul’s company and he had very good reviews. I gave him a call and he came to my apartment quickly. I liked him immediately when we met. I thought it was strange that he asked me for my budget and how much I wanted to spend but in hindsight, providing that information allowed Paul to come back to me with a very detailed proposal based on my budget. I soon realized that the lower proposals I had did not include many of the budget items that would be necessary to complete the job. Paul laid out the pricing and provided a very reasonable “allowance” based on your measurements for tile, toilet, sinks, etc. It is up to you to stay within that allowance. > Another reason I hired Paul was because of his design skills. Paul met me in the at tile stores several times and helped guide me in choosing tile and a style for the bathroom that really looks beautiful. I fought him a little but in the end, was glad I went with his recommendations. He also uses a kitchen cabinet maker so all the cabinets are custom to what you want. Paul also has a great customer website that allows you to see all the expenses, make choices, and easily communicate with him. > If you are planning to do a renovation, I think it helps to plan for the worst and hope for the best. I live in a co-op and we had a couple of little glitches and Paul was always quick to resolve issues as they arose. He was extremely responsive and really cared about the work and doing a good job. I would definitely hire Paul again if I needed a contractor. ## Selected projects - [PALM BEACH VILLA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/palm-beach-villa-pj-vj~6922127) - Location: West Palm Beach, FL - Photos: 63 - [Palm Beach Resort-Style](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/palm-beach-resort-style-pj-vj~7753777) - Location: West Palm Beach, FL - Photos: 84 - [Noyack Modern Water Front Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/noyack-modern-water-front-kitchen-pj-vj~6001902) - Location: Sag Harbor, NY - Photos: 14 - [Boho Chic Modern Space](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/boho-chic-modern-space-pj-vj~7312652) - Location: Staten Island, NY - Photos: 40 - [French Country Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-country-home-pj-vj~5741015) - Location: Southampton, NY - Photos: 37 - [South Shore](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/south-shore-pj-vj~5730319) - Location: Staten Island, NY - Photos: 23 - Description: South Shore Right away, we saw this home had fantastic bones. However, the homeowners had been living there for 20 years, and they were starting to understand the lack of quality in the materials. Originally, the home was designed by a developer, and had mostly builder-grade materials. At first, the homeowner was actually considering moving out! We saw the home for what it was: a huge opportunity to build something beautiful. The first thing we examined was the center beam dividing the ceiling i… - [Brick New Jersey First Floor Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brick-new-jersey-first-floor-renovation-pj-vj~1518131) - Location: Brick, NJ - Photos: 24 - Description: Complete Gut renovation that included removal and relocating of laundry room to basement. The existing kitchen layout and size was not adequate for this home. We opened up the space removed closets, walls and added windows. we gave this kitchen the ultimate appliance package two Bosch dishwashers, Fisher & Paykel Single Drawer Multi-Temperature Refrigerator/Freezer , 36" Thermador Range top, Sharpe Built In microwave. The plumbing Finish was done in Polished Nickel to match the hardware and ligh… - [Brooklyn Penthouse Remodel & Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brooklyn-penthouse-remodel-and-design-pj-vj~7314029) - Location: Brooklyn, NY - Photos: 50 - [Brooklyn Brownstone Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brooklyn-brownstone-remodel-pj-vj~5730448) - Location: Brooklyn, NY - Photos: 33 - [Modern Farm House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-farm-house-pj-vj~5670323) - Location: Montclair, NJ - Photos: 11 - Description: For this project, the initial inspiration for our clients came from seeing a modern industrial design featuring barnwood and metals in our showroom. Once our clients saw this, we were commissioned to completely renovate their outdated and dysfunctional kitchen and our in-house design team came up with this new space that incorporated old world aesthetics with modern farmhouse functions and sensibilities. Now our clients have a beautiful, one-of-a-kind kitchen which is perfect for hosting and spe… - [Upper Eastside Manhattan - East End Ave Studio Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upper-eastside-manhattan-east-end-ave-studio-renovation-pj-vj~1855391) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 21 - Description: See what our client say about Paul Lopa Designs: We recently remodeled a studio we purchased for guests who visit us. The project included the demolition of a kitchenettem and a bathroom, and the installation of new cabinets, wood flooring, granite countertops, appliances, wood molding and a custom Murphy bed in the sleeping area. My husband and I wanted a contractor who specializes in high end kitchens. We hired Paul Lopa (who had previously done two projects for us—a kitchen remodel and a bath… - [The Factory Kitchen From Cabinet Plant](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-factory-kitchen-from-cabinet-plant-pj-vj~2412835) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 14 - [Upper Eastside Tranquility - 85th Street Kitchen & Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upper-eastside-tranquility-85th-street-kitchen-and-bathroom-pj-vj~1858102) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 21 - Description: See what our client say about Paul Lopa Designs: I started my search for a contractor about a year before I hired Paul to do a kitchen and bathroom renovation. This was my first time at the bat, and I really had no idea what to expect. I had many contractor proposals that swung wildly in price but for some reason I never felt inclined to hire any of the guys I met with. I happened to be looking at Houzz one day and came across Paul’s company and he had very good reviews. I gave him a call and he… - [NBC GEORGE TO RESCUE](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nbc-george-to-rescue-pj-vj~3251714) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - [Holmdel NJ Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/holmdel-nj-master-bath-pj-vj~1218768) - Location: Holmdel, NJ - Photos: 64 - Description: See what our client say about Paul Lopa Designs: We hired Paul Lopa to remodel our master bathroom. During the project, we increased the work to include upgrading all moldings and replaced all interior doors including our front door. We are very pleased with his work. There were no hidden costs, he followed through on every last detail and did so in a timely manner. He guided us toward materials that were of a higher quality to prevent problems down the road. His team was respectful of our home… - [Brooklyn Semi Open Floor Plan](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brooklyn-semi-open-floor-plan-pj-vj~1236242) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 62 - [NBC George To The Rescue - New Rooms For The Leibowitz Girls](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nbc-george-to-the-rescue-new-rooms-for-the-leibowitz-girls-pj-vj~1168518) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 83 - [French Manor Home - Staten Island, N.Y](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-manor-home-staten-island-n-y-pj-vj~68423) - Location: Staten Island, NY - Photos: 17 - Description: This home was built with hand made brick brought in from the great state of Mississippi and also the stone was brought in from Texas all made custom with tools that had to be crafted for specific designs. Windows are all Pella Architectural Design Series. Recently renovate this home from fire damage in 2011 with all new landscaping. - [Traditional American Style Home Built in 2008 In Staten Island, N.Y](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-american-style-home-built-in-2008-in-staten-island-n-y-pj-vj~68427) - Location: Staten Island, NY - Photos: 7 - [Cabinet Plant 1](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cabinet-plant-1-pj-vj~2308661) - Location: Not specified [See all 20 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/paul-lopa-designs-pfvwus-pf~436464886) ## Ideabooks - [Ruffino](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/131126742/list/ruffino) — 11 ideas - [Larkin Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/103092640/list/larkin-ideas) — 25 ideas - [room dividers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/62428227/list/room-dividers) — 5 ideas - [kitchen TV idea](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65186573/list/kitchen-tv-idea) — 10 ideas - [entryway 751 East 19th](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/62956060/list/entryway-751-east-19th) — 2 ideas - [kitchen somona](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53490815/list/kitchen-somona) — 1 idea - [brooklyn bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/51270873/list/brooklyn-bathroom) — 4 ideas - [photo display](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/32498739/list/photo-display) — 1 idea - [Bergen Beach](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23064212/list/bergen-beach) — 5 ideas - [Rockaways Job - Vanity](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6949519/list/rockaways-job-vanity) — 2 ideas [See all 10 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/paullopadesings) ## Community Q&A **Q: what wallpaper is used for the bathroom? thanks!** *(in Photo Questions)* Wallpaper or tiles? A: That would-be marble textured tile **Q: what is the countertop material?** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the material/brand/color of the countertop? A: https://www.caesarstoneus.com/catalog/4033-rugged-concrete/ **Q: Cabinets....** *(in Photo Questions)* Love these lower-level cabinets! Can you provide vendor or other details. Thank you! A: Cabinet Plant www.cabinetplant.com **Q: kitchen dimensions?** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you please share the kitchen’s dimensions? More specifically, the working kitchen area excluding the dining area. Thank you. A: No problem **Q: Vanity** *(in Photo Questions)* Do you know manufacturer and name of this vanity? A: Www.cabinetplant.com **Q: love the kitchen! what is the countertop? brand and color** *(in Photo Questions)* What is countertop? Brand and color? A: https://www.caesarstoneus.com/collections/metropolitan/rugged-concrete-4033/ --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*