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address: "22 Falls River Drive, Ivoryton, Connecticut 06442, United States"
latitude: 41.3421
longitude: -72.4404
phone: "(860) 304-3181"
website: http://www.knickerbockerbydesign.com
rating: 5
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# Knickerbocker By Design

Original Houzz profile: [Knickerbocker By Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/knickerbocker-by-design-pfvwus-pf~59757538)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Home Builders
- **Location:** Ivoryton, CT
- **Serves:** Madison, Colchester, Clinton, Old Saybrook, East Haddam, Haddam, Old Lyme, Westbrook, Essex, Killingworth, Deep River, Chester, Deep River Center, Essex Village, Westbrook Center, Old Saybrook Center, Higganum, Madison Center, Chester Center, Saybrook Manor, Fenwick, Centerbrook, Hadlyme, Ivoryton, South Lyme
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (1 review)

## About

### Houzz Badges

- 250 Ideabook Saves

Keith Knickerbocker has been in the construction business for over 30 years. He began his career in Commercial Construction working on the development of the first Connecticut casino. He also owned his own national chimney fabrication business for several years. Using the two prior experiences, Keith applies techniques traditionally used in commercial building to residential building to effectively control costs, efficiency, speed and organization. His creative eye for design and problem solving is a key element to his work in communities on the shoreline of Connecticut. Although Keith is efficient, he does not take on projects to just get in and get out - his clients and their homes always receive a personal touch. Keith keeps his clients happy by proving that any idea is possible. He systematically manages small to large teams of subcontractors and stands by his philosophy “The end date does not change”.

DREAM \* DESIGN \* BUILD

### Services Provided

- Custom Homes
- New Home Construction
- Home Remodeling
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- House Plans
- Multigenerational Homes
- Guesthouse Design & Construction
- Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
- Green Building
- Project Management
- Pool House Design & Construction
- Garage Building
- House Framing
- Home Restoration
- Floor Plans
- Barn Design & Construction
- Universal Design
- Sustainable Design
- Foundation Construction
- Site Planning
- Historic Building Conservation
- Carport Installation
- Tiny House Construction
- Demolition
- Drafting
- Handicap-Accessible Design
- Structural Engineering
- Site Preparation
- Log Home Construction
- Fireproofing
- Insulation Installation
- Modular Home Construction
- Earthquake Retrofitting
- Modular Home Additions
- Waterproofing
- Prefab Houses
- Land Surveying
- Storm Shelter Construction
- Roof Waterproofing
- Passive Solar Heating & Cooling

### Areas Served

- Madison
- Colchester
- Clinton
- Old Saybrook
- East Haddam
- Haddam
- Old Lyme
- Westbrook
- Essex
- Killingworth
- Deep River
- Chester
- Deep River Center
- Essex Village
- Westbrook Center
- Old Saybrook Center
- Higganum
- Madison Center
- Chester Center
- Saybrook Manor
- Fenwick
- Centerbrook
- Hadlyme
- Ivoryton
- South Lyme

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Knickerbocker By Design |
| Address | 22 Falls River Drive, Ivoryton, Connecticut 06442, United States |
| Phone | (860) 304-3181 |
| Website | http://www.knickerbockerbydesign.com |
| License Number | HIC0624829 |
| Followers on Houzz | 11 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/KnickerbockerByDesign
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=352474862&trk=nav\_responsive\_tab\_profile

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Knickerbocker By Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/knickerbocker-by-design-pfvwus-pf~59757538)
- **Website:** http://www.knickerbockerbydesign.com
- **Phone:** (860) 304-3181

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 1 review**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 50.0

### All 1 review

**★★★★★ — HU-610469156, Dec. 2020**

> Keith and his team redid the outside of our 1916 Craftsman home.  The workmanship was outstanding and Keith suggested many details that enhanced the house and restored it to its true craftsman beauty.  The work was done on time and on budget.  Keith is an excellent contractor to work with -- he totally got what we were trying to achieve and worked patiently with us to pick out the right materials and colors.  The work included new cedar shingles, new window frames, new braces and woodwork, and new roof.  Would definitely use Keith again.

**Comment from Knickerbocker By Design:**

> Thank you, It was a pleasure working with you and your comment is deeply appreciated.

## Selected projects

- [Madison, CT](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/madison-ct-pj-vj~619003)
  - Location: Madison, CT
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: Lee Home, as seen in Shoreline Times article July 4, 2014
- [1970's Ranch Home Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/1970-s-ranch-home-remodel-pj-vj~5989624)
  - Location: Guilford, CT
  - Photos: 7
- [My Work](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/my-work-pj-vj~5967155)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4

[See all 3 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/knickerbocker-by-design-pfvwus-pf~59757538)

## Ideabooks

- [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/163887079/list/wish-list) — 4 ideas
- [kit lite](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/134119335/list/kit-lite) — 2 ideas

[See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/keithknickerbocker)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-09.*