--- title: "Change Design — Cabinets & Cabinetry | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/cabinets-and-cabinetry/change-design-pfvwus-pf~788532408 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~788532408.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Change Design" category: ["Cabinets & Cabinetry"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/9763233e0f8c73cf_1453-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Wilmette, Illinois 60091, United States" latitude: 42.0765 longitude: -87.7246 phone: "(847) 814-8225" website: http://www.changedesigngroup.net rating: 5 review_count: 7 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 57 last_updated: 2026-09-24 --- # Change Design Original Houzz profile: [Change Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/cabinets-and-cabinetry/change-design-pfvwus-pf~788532408) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Cabinets & Cabinetry - **Location:** Wilmette, IL - **Serves:** Chicago, Evanston, Skokie, Des Plaines, Glenview, Northbrook, Highland Park, Winnetka, Glencoe, Northfield, Kenilworth - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (7 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2017–2018), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves The focus of Change Design Group is to provide design and space planning, custom cabinetry, millwork and installation for residential kitchens, libraries, offices, mudrooms and theaters. From concept to reality, Change Design Group will transform your current rooms into beautiful, functional spaces where family memories will be formed for years to come. “Change Is Good” is the motto of Change Design Group based in Wilmette and co-founded by Mike O’Brien and Jeff Burch. They each bring a passion to the art of design and the attention to detail their clients deserve. Our role is to, first, listen to and get to know you and your family. Once we hear your needs and learn how your family works, we will develop directed solutions for the spaces in your home, adding beauty, elegance and style to the transformation of your home. Working on our own, or with your architect or interior designer, we design and build our cabinetry to exacting specifications. We bring out the best in the materials, the finishes and the details to fulfill the dreams of our clients. A precise installation is critical to the long-term success of a project. Properly installing the elements, like sliding stone panels and beautifully built furniture ensure a room that looks spectacular and works even better for years to come. ### Services Provided - Custom Cabinets - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Built-ins - Custom Bookcases - Cabinet Installation - Custom Pantries - Custom Home Bars - Custom Cabinet Doors - Custom Walk-in Closets - Cabinet Sales - Custom Shelving - Pantry Design - Closet Design - 3D Rendering ### Areas Served - Chicago - Evanston - Skokie - Des Plaines - Glenview - Northbrook - Highland Park - Winnetka - Glencoe - Northfield - Kenilworth ### Typical Job Cost $10,000 - 500,000 The above job cost minimum reflects our minimum bathroom cabinetry price. Our minimum kitchen cabinetry price is typically around $35,000. However, please note that all costs will vary based on volume and material choices. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Change Design | | Address | Wilmette, Illinois 60091, United States | | Phone | (847) 814-8225 | | Website | http://www.changedesigngroup.net | | Followers on Houzz | 57 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Change Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/cabinets-and-cabinetry/change-design-pfvwus-pf~788532408) - **Website:** http://www.changedesigngroup.net - **Phone:** (847) 814-8225 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2017–2018), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 7 reviews** ### All 7 reviews **★★★★★ — Jason Hanold, June 2016** > The Change Design Group was a crucial and phenomenal partner in our home 108 year-old home restoration and renovation. Although their initial focus was on the kitchen and bathroom, Mike O'Brien's vision, design perspective, candor and ability to integrate and then enhance our root tastes were amazing. Beyond his exceptional abilities, he has a terrific sense of humor, humility and selfless orientation. That is a rare but vital character mix in this kind of project work. Mike's project management and materials selection capabilities are flawless, and then Jeff's execution in cabinetry construction and installation was superb. The kitchen and then bathrooms became the driving theme though out our 11,000 square foot house. Their positive work and impact will endure for the next 100 years in this home." > > Jason Hanold & Neela Seenandan, Kenilworth, IL **★★★★★ — P.D. Menzel, June 2016** > We used Change Design to design and install the kitchen, butlers pantry, bathrooms, laundry room, mudroom and basement bar in our brand new home. > > Everything looks spectacular with clean lines and classic, timeless features, not only that, but every room is super functional. > > Building a new custom home is very stressful. We had such a positive experience working with Mike and the Change Design team. We appreciate their creativity, forethought, quality of craftsmanship, and the professionalism that they exhibited. > We highly recommend this team. **★★★★★ — carolinehuebner, June 2016** > Working with Mike and his team at Change Design was truly a pleasure. He helped us make all of the selections for our new gorgeous kitchen (and yes, I love it as much today as I did the day it was done). The cabinets are lovely and the design of the kitchen was planned perfectly. I would definitely use Change Design again for another project. **★★★★★ — nprosko, May 2016** > I absolutely cannot recommend Mike O’Brien and his team (love Jeff!, etc.) highly enough! We interviewed multiple designers and selecting Change Design was the best thing to ever happen to us! We did an extensive 1st floor renovation, including removing a laundry room, formal dining room, and existing kitchen to create one open plan kitchen, perfect for entertaining! Mike’s experience as an architect and a tremendous cook, are immensely helpful. His suggestions are absolutely invaluable and he always has fantastic, thoughtful suggestions for how to best utilize or change an existing space. Mike’s taste is impeccable and I adore EVERY inch of my new kitchen and silently thank him every time I’m cooking and reach for something and it’s exactly where it should be due to his planning. I have already recommended Mike to a dozen+ friends and 3 of them on my block alone are currently using him for their kitchen renovations. Renovating a home is a tremendous expense/investment and we are forever grateful that we found Mike and his team! **★★★★★ — lstapes, May 2016** > Mike O'Brian and Change Design group remodeled our kitchen and 4 bathrooms in a mid century modern house. They were wonderful to work with in every respect. They came up with innovative designs while incorporating my suggestions. Mike offered ideas to improve other parts of the house that they were not responsible for. Mostly importantly they stayed within the budget I had set and maximized it. **★★★★★ — April Callahan, April 2016** > Mike O'Brien is fabulous! He has helped me a remodel three kitchens. The last one is the best! He helped me with design ideas and helped me build a stunning kitchen with fabulous finishes and exquisite lighting. He knows when to be assertive at the right times to make sure I don't make a mistake. I love my cabinets, countertops, backsplash, appliances! My kitchen looks like $1 million and he help me stay on budget as well. I would totally recommend him! **★★★★★ — jenburch, May 2012** > Change Design Group completely transformed our home! From concept through completion, Mike (architect and designer) and Jeff (finish carpenter and contractor) exceeded all of our expectations. We now have a beautiful and functional kitchen/living space that has truly 'changed' the way we live! I cannot thank them enough and look forward to working with them on all of our future remodeling projects! ## Selected projects - [Northfield Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/northfield-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~2645464) - Location: Northfield, IL - Photos: 24 - [Glenview Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glenview-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~2645626) - Location: Glenview, IL - Photos: 5 - [Winnetka Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/winnetka-kitchen-pj-vj~2645715) - Location: Winnetka, IL - Photos: 32 - [Barrington Kitchen, Bathroom, and Hall Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/barrington-kitchen-bathroom-and-hall-remodel-pj-vj~2645964) - Location: Barrington, IL - Photos: 20 - [Modern Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-kitchen-pj-vj~2646021) - Location: Glenview, IL - Photos: 7 - [North Shore Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/north-shore-kitchen-pj-vj~2646103) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 8 - [North Shore Kitchen and Mudroom Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/north-shore-kitchen-and-mudroom-design-pj-vj~2646044) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 18 - [Yorkville Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/yorkville-home-pj-vj~1621165) - Location: Yorkville, IL - Photos: 7 - [Kenilworth Kitchen and Bath Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kenilworth-kitchen-and-bath-remodel-pj-vj~2646120) - Location: Kenilworth, IL - Photos: 19 - [Gold Coast Apartment Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gold-coast-apartment-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~2652322) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 28 - [Hinsdale Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hinsdale-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~2652315) - Location: Hinsdale, IL - Photos: 5 - [Lake Forest Lakefront Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-forest-lakefront-home-pj-vj~1621152) - Location: Lake Forest, IL - Photos: 9 - [Kenilworth Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kenilworth-renovation-pj-vj~1621163) - Location: Kenilworth, IL - Photos: 8 - [Glen Ellyn Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glen-ellyn-remodel-pj-vj~1621143) - Location: Glen Ellyn, IL - Photos: 8 - [Chicago City Townhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chicago-city-townhouse-pj-vj~1621169) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 8 - [North Suburbs New Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/north-suburbs-new-home-pj-vj~1621136) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Glenview Formal Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glenview-formal-home-pj-vj~1621190) - Location: Glenview, IL - Photos: 8 - [Glen Ellyn Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glen-ellyn-kitchen-pj-vj~48286) - Location: Glen Ellyn, IL - Photos: 4 - [Glencoe Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glencoe-master-bath-pj-vj~48283) - Location: Glencoe, IL - Photos: 5 - [Wilmette Home Office](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wilmette-home-office-pj-vj~48318) - Location: Wilmette, IL - Photos: 4 [See all 28 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/cabinets-and-cabinetry/change-design-pfvwus-pf~788532408) ## Community Q&A **Q: What is the material behind the shelving? is it a textured wallpaper?** *(in Photo Questions)* I really love the contrast it creates. A: Yes. It's a heavy grass cloth. Glad you like it. **Q: French bistro chairs** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you tell me where these chairs were purchased? A: Restoration Hardware. Thanks for asking **Q: Who is the designer?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: I worked in concert with a terrific designer, Joanna Going of Joanna Going Design **Q: Love the counter top. What color and make is it please?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Its a Quartzite called Lagoina. It's really beautiful :) **Q: Need help with my fireplace and TV cabinet!** *(in Design Dilemma)* This is a picture of our faux stone fireplace in the house we are purchasing and tv box that houses the TV and all equipment. I'd like to change the whole thing and get rid of the TV cabinet. What do you recommend for the area? We are staining the floors very dark. Also, window treatments??? If so, where to hang panels? The ceiling is sloped. Thanks for the input! A: Well, thank you very much. We appreciate your compliment. Sarah **Q: Who makes lovely ceiling light--- THANKS** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you for asking. It is really beautiful. It was actually already in the home before our client purchased the home. Here are a few more shots of it. I'm going to put up some more pictures of the completed project later today. Sarah www.changedesigngroup.net --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-24.*