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# Wike LaFrey

> Leading Design Firm Inspiring Interiors for the Way You Live

Original Houzz profile: [Wike LaFrey](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/wike-lafrey-pfvwus-pf~755298257)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators
- **Location:** Des Moines, IA
- **Serves:** Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Urbandale, Waukee, Johnston, Altoona, Grimes, Norwalk, Bondurant, Adel, Winterset, Windsor Heights, Earlham, Cumming, Chicago, Iowa, La Grange, Wilmette
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (7 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2016), for Service, Design.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Pro Software User
- Star Houzzer
- Houzz Influencer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 10,000 Ideabook Saves
- Woman owned
- High-end
- Offers Custom Work
- Provides 3D Visualization

### Business highlights

- Provides 3D Visualization

Wike LaFrey is a full-service interior design firm specializing in Kitchen and Bath design and custom cabinetry for the entire home. Principals, Jaclyn Wike Mahler and Melinda LaFrey, have one distinct goal - happy clients. We start with people. We learn our client’s everyday routines, their desires, their struggles and create tailored spaces to solve our client’s unique puzzle. We believe good design is beautiful and functional but great design inspires.

Wike LaFrey services Chicagoland, IL and Des Moines, IA and beyond!

### Services Provided

- Interior Design
- Kitchen Design
- Bathroom Design
- Living Room Design
- Bedroom Design
- Color Consulting
- Space Planning
- Furniture Selection
- Kids Bedroom Design
- Dining Room Design
- Custom Cabinets
- Custom Kitchen Cabinets
- Lighting Design
- Custom Built-ins
- Design Consultation
- Entry Design
- Floor Plans
- Project Management
- Playroom Design
- Custom Furniture
- Custom Bathroom Vanities
- Laundry Room Design
- Mudroom Design
- Nursery Design
- Custom Blinds & Shades
- Custom Home Bars
- House Plans
- Art Selection
- Guesthouse Design & Construction
- Closet Design
- Outdoor Kitchen Design
- 3D Rendering
- Basement Design
- Custom Bookcases
- Custom Walk-in Closets
- Custom Entertainment Centers
- Home Theater Design
- Custom Shelving
- Custom Pantries
- Home Staging
- Downsizing
- Drafting
- Handicap-Accessible Design
- Green Building
- Custom Storage
- Historic Building Conservation
- Home Office Design

### Areas Served

- Des Moines
- West Des Moines
- Ankeny
- Urbandale
- Waukee
- Johnston
- Altoona
- Grimes
- Norwalk
- Bondurant
- Adel
- Winterset
- Windsor Heights
- Earlham
- Cumming
- Chicago
- Iowa
- La Grange
- Wilmette

### Typical Job Cost

$15,000 - 6 million

Our projects vary greatly by client and scope and therefore the costs vary drastically.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Wike LaFrey |
| Address | Des Moines, Iowa 50312, United States |
| Phone | (773) 502-5069 |
| Website | http://www.wikelafrey.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 360 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/wikelafrey
- X (Twitter) — https://www.instagram.com/wikelafrey/
- LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/pub/jaclyn-wike/6/529/708/
- Blog — https://www.instagram.com/wikelafrey/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Wike LaFrey](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/wike-lafrey-pfvwus-pf~755298257)
- **Website:** http://www.wikelafrey.com
- **Phone:** (773) 502-5069

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- AKBD (Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer) certified by the NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association)

- **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2016), 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 — 7 reviews**

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

### All 7 reviews

**★★★★★ — CraftedWild Cabinetry, July 2021**

> We had the pleasure of partnering with Melinda on a high end kitchen renovation project in Orland Park.  It was a seamless process - from reviewing the initial, well-thought through drawings, to making value add adjustments to the design, to setting clear expectations with the client and the general contractor executing the installation.  Not only is Melinda a brilliant designer, she project manages the delivery with surgical precision to ensure that the promise that was made at the onset of the relationship is fulfilled.  Highly recommended!

**★★★★★ — Jamie Foltz, Aug. 2020**

> Melinda and Jaclyn helped us with our first floor remodel. We were referred to several designers and chose them due to their abilities to see outside the box. We couldn't be more happy with our new home.
> We starting up a another project now and are so excited!

**★★★★★ — Desty Kamm, Dec. 2016**

> Jaclyn is truly one of a kind! She is an outstanding designer that truly gets to know you and your space. She is remarkable in her ability to design spaces that are functional and beautiful. She is able to design spaces for any and all budgets. Jaclyn is also a wonderful person and so fun to work with. She is professional and thoughtful in everything she does! If I could give her more stars I would!!

**★★★★★ — sbyerly, Sept. 2015**

> Jaclyn, owner of Studio Swann, was introduced to us by our architect while building our custom home on the north side of Chicago.  She made an overwhelming project manageable and helped us create our beautiful dream home.  Jaclyn helped us select Greenfield cabinets throughout and she added details we never would have thought of in our bathrooms and kitchen.  Jaclyn also held our hands through the stone and lighting selections, using her expertise to create something functional, beautiful and family-friendly.  When it came time to choose our tile, Jaclyn made selections that capture the transitional style of our home and gave it character unique to our personal style.  We never would have been able to create our dream home without Jacyln's help.

**★★★★★ — Brad Schwartz, March 2014**

> Jaclyn was amazing!! I received help with completely remodeling my kitchen and bathroom. Since I am busy, she took care of everything….she picked out the granite, lighting, tiles, and cabinetry in the kitchen. She picked out everything in my bathroom too. The painters and contractors were punctual, incredibly skilled, and very friendly. I was surprised because I always hear horror stories of contractor delays/mistakes when I talk to other people about work they've had done...not here though..Jaclyn knew exactly the perfect people to complete the work. When they were finished, I was blown away…every visitor compliments how beautiful my place is designed now…little do they know Jaclyn did it all:)…most of all, jaclyn is truly a good person(and I don't like a lot of people LOL),and doing business with someone of high integrity is very important to me...I am so grateful..

**★★★★★ — Nicole Niederman, March 2014**

> Jaclyn at Studio Swann is AMAZING!  She did an beautiful job on our lake house kitchen, bath, great room and living room.  We enjoyed working with her so much that she's now helping us update our home in the city.

**★★★★★ — Linda Neenan, Jan. 2014**

> Jaclyn the principal has always been extremely professional and easy to work with.  She has built a wonderful resume prior to establishing her firm, Studio Swann and the experience is evident in the end result.   Projects are sophisticated and clean... timeless and beautiful.  Always respectful within the trade and efficient with their time, Studio Swann and Jaclyn come highly recommended.

## Selected projects

- [Elegant Single Family](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/elegant-single-family-pj-vj~5675825)
  - Location: Chicago, IL
  - Photos: 8
- [North Shore Revamp](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/north-shore-revamp-pj-vj~5859504)
  - Location: Wilmette, IL
  - Photos: 10
- [Transitional North Shore Inset Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-north-shore-inset-kitchen-pj-vj~901977)
  - Location: Chicago, IL
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: The goal was to open the small kitchen up to the joining family room to create a much more open concept floorplan for this active family.
- [Lake Antioch Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-antioch-home-pj-vj~1082193)
  - Location: Antioch, IL
  - Photos: 9
- [Work and Play](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/work-and-play-pj-vj~5675835)
  - Location: Chicago, IL
  - Photos: 5
- [Lincoln Square Single Family Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lincoln-square-single-family-home-pj-vj~1531827)
  - Location: Chicago, IL
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: This single family home offers transitional styling, comfort and easy sophistication.
- [Professional Chef's Dream Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/professional-chef-s-dream-kitchen-pj-vj~1973267)
  - Location: Chicago, IL
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: A kitchen designed with professional chef's in mind. Rustic woods, random porcelain tile and stainless steel appliances come together to give this kitchen a gorgeous aesthetic with unbelievable functionality.
- [House Hunters Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-hunters-renovation-pj-vj~1760817)
  - Location: Chicago, IL
  - Photos: 6
- [Kitchen Crashers](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-crashers-pj-vj~1760727)
  - Location: Chicago, IL
  - Photos: 4
- [Storage & Organization Ideas & Inspirations for Kitchens, Bathrooms & Cabinetry](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/storage-and-organization-ideas-and-inspirations-for-kitchens-bathrooms-and-cabinetry-pj-vj~182386)
  - Location: Chicago, IL
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: Storage options, whether organizing your dishes, silverware or your spices, make a difference in the flow, mode & operation of your kitchen. They make ALL the difference in today's kitchen! Even a small Chicago "city" kitchen, with the right storage interior accessory options, feels like a large Chicago custom "suburban" kitchen thanks to ease of use!

[See all 10 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/wike-lafrey-pfvwus-pf~755298257)

## Ideabooks

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- [10 Great Kitchen Workstations](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/146562860/list/10-great-kitchen-workstations) — 1 idea
- [Accessories](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/43828489/list/accessories) — 7 ideas
- [Mahler Tudor](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/131464945/list/mahler-tudor) — 146 ideas

[See all 122 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/wikelafreyinteriors)

## Community Q&A

**Q: hi--can you plz tell me the name of the backsplash tile used in photo?** *(in Photo Questions)*

much thanks
best wishes
jack

A: Hi Jack.  The backsplash tile is Revival Oval by Ann Sacks.  The color is Island Sea.

**Q: What size is this vanity?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Doing a remodel with similar floor plan.  What size vanity is this?

A: The shower is approximately 48" x 75".

**Q: Counter tops-** *(in Photo Questions)*

What product is the countertop and color. Thanks :)

A: The countertop is Snow White by Q Quartz.  Hope this helps!  Thank you for asking.

**Q: where did you get the bar stools?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Hi! The barstools were from CB2. Hope this helps you!

**Q: Love the pendant. Where is it from?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Hi wlistick.  Thank you for your comment.  The pendant is from Lightology.  Hope the link helps you!

**Q: Wood beams** *(in Photo Questions)*

Were the wood beams stained or painted black?

A: They were stained a very dark espresso finish to match the hardwood floors. Thank you for asking!

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