--- title: "MAV Design Concepts LLC — Kitchen & Bath Remodelers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-remodelers/mav-design-concepts-llc-pfvwus-pf~816090623 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~816090623.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "MAV Design Concepts LLC" category: ["Kitchen & Bath Remodelers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/83a30c8708d271a2_7525-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Willowbrook, Illinois 60527, United States" phone: "(919) 830-6419" website: http://www.mavdesignconcepts.com rating: 5 review_count: 1 followers: 15 last_updated: 2026-08-17 --- # MAV Design Concepts LLC Original Houzz profile: [MAV Design Concepts LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-remodelers/mav-design-concepts-llc-pfvwus-pf~816090623) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Kitchen & Bath Remodelers - **Location:** Willowbrook, IL - **Serves:** Raleigh, North Hills, Durham, Cary, Apex, Wake Forest, Holly Springs, Fuquay-Varina, Garner, Clayton, Knightdale, Rolesville, Dunn, Zebulon, Erwin, Lillington, Benson, Buies Creek, Youngsville, Kenly, Four Oaks, Coats, Five Points, Bunnlevel, Plain View, Spiveys Corner, Falcon, Godwin, Linden, Bentonville, Illinois, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Virginia - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (1 review) ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - 100 Ideabook Saves CKBD Certified Kitchen and Bath Designer Customizing YOUR Dream One Room At A Time Kitchen and Bathroom Designing and Remodeling Residential and Commercial Construction Documentation Space Planning and Interior Design For DIY Home Owners, Contractors and Remodelers. ### Services Provided - Bathroom Remodeling - Kitchen Remodeling - Home Remodeling - Home Additions - Cabinet Installation - Custom Cabinets - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Home Extensions - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Basement Remodeling - Outdoor Kitchen Construction - Countertop Installation - Tile Installation - Home Restoration - Custom Countertops - Project Management - Outdoor Kitchen Design - 3D Rendering - Backsplash Installation - Custom Pantries - Custom Walk-in Closets - Universal Design - Multigenerational Homes - Floor Plans - Vanity Installation - Green Building - Sustainable Design - Handicap-Accessible Design - Lighting Installation - Bathroom Plumbing - Kitchen Plumbing - Drafting - Concrete Flooring - Countertop Repair - Bathroom Design - Kitchen Design - Custom Home Bars - Architectural Design - Architectural Drawings - Cosentino - Countertop Sales - Design Craft Cabinetry - Fieldstone Cabinetry - Home Office Design - KCD Cabinetry - Kitchen Cabinets - Mudroom Design - Natural Stone Countertops - Quartz Countertops - Quartzite Countertops ### Areas Served - Raleigh - North Hills - Durham - Cary - Apex - Wake Forest - Holly Springs - Fuquay-Varina - Garner - Clayton - Knightdale - Rolesville - Dunn - Zebulon - Erwin - Lillington - Benson - Buies Creek - Youngsville - Kenly - Four Oaks - Coats - Five Points - Bunnlevel - Plain View - Spiveys Corner - Falcon - Godwin - Linden - Bentonville - Illinois - New Hampshire - New Jersey - New York - North Carolina - Ohio - South Carolina - Virginia ### Typical Job Cost $7,000 - 150,000 My Kitchen and/or bath designs, including cabinets have ranged between $1,500 and $45,000. Installation is extra and is calculated by my General Contractor depending on the scope of the job. Complete remodels have ranged from $6,000 for small bathrooms to 80,000 for larger jobs requiring structural changes. Average cost $40,000. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | MAV Design Concepts LLC | | Address | Willowbrook, Illinois 60527, United States | | Phone | (919) 830-6419 | | Website | http://www.mavdesignconcepts.com | | Followers on Houzz | 15 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — www.facebook.com/mavdesignconcepts/ - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/ManjuVashishta - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/manju-vashishta-6b2b3729/ - Blog — http://mavdesignconcepts.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [MAV Design Concepts LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-remodelers/mav-design-concepts-llc-pfvwus-pf~816090623) - **Website:** http://www.mavdesignconcepts.com - **Phone:** (919) 830-6419 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - CKBD **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 — 1 review** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### All 1 review **★★★★★ — Mike, March 2021** > Very easy to work with. Flexible and understanding of changing needs. A very good eye for detail and how it effects usability and convenience. ## Selected projects - [Sharon Carlisle - ADA Bathroom Pink White and Grey](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sharon-carlisle-ada-bathroom-pink-white-and-grey-pj-vj~7600473) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: The walk in closet attached to the guest bedroom was converted into an ADA bathroom cum walk-in closet. - [Residential - DC Kitchen Concept A and B](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-dc-kitchen-concept-a-and-b-pj-vj~6572164) - Location: Raleigh, NC - Photos: 5 - Description: Two toned Kitchen with dark and light Hickory cabinets. - [Kudenov Bathroom 100 and 200](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kudenov-bathroom-100-and-200-pj-vj~7238934) - Location: Raleigh, NC - Photos: 16 - Description: These two Bathrooms are in design phases. One is on the second floor that had water damage and leaked into the first floor bathroom below. Colors are green, black and white, beige. - [HOUZZ Discussion - Residential - Anne's Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/houzz-discussion-residential-anne-s-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~6580562) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - [Residential Kitchen - Brown Kitchen Remodel - Cary, NC](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-kitchen-brown-kitchen-remodel-cary-nc-pj-vj~6105156) - Location: Cary, NC - Photos: 12 - [Residential - Fuquay Varina Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-fuquay-varina-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~6576549) - Location: Fuquay-Varina, NC - Photos: 8 - [Residential - Thyssen Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-thyssen-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~6576542) - Location: Pittsboro, NC - Photos: 16 - [Commercial - Reception Desk](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/commercial-reception-desk-pj-vj~6576539) - Location: Garner, NC - Photos: 3 - [Residential - Henkel Laundry Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-henkel-laundry-room-pj-vj~6576532) - Location: Elm City, NC - Photos: 3 - [Residential - Zeisler Mudroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-zeisler-mudroom-pj-vj~6576525) - Location: Raleigh, NC - Photos: 1 - [Residential - Henkel Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-henkel-bathrooms-pj-vj~6576527) - Location: Elm City, NC - Photos: 5 - [Residential - Henkel Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-henkel-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~6576536) - Location: Elm City, NC - Photos: 7 - [Residential Kitchen - Erickson's Condo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-kitchen-erickson-s-condo-pj-vj~6334515) - Location: Raleigh, NC - Photos: 31 - Description: This kitchen was originally build with leftover cabinets from various jobs by the contractor who lived here. After the condo sold, we remodeled the kitchen and bar for the new owner. See 'Before and After' photos of the remodel. - [Residential Master Bathroom - Brian's home Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-master-bathroom-brian-s-home-remodel-pj-vj~6370295) - Location: Dunn, NC - Photos: 13 - Description: Bartz Master Bathroom was a very well planned and thought out project. We spent plenty of time thinking through each and every aspect of rebuilding, design, material selection and installation. The home owner, Brian, did all the demolition, building the wall, putting up all the drywall, patching, painting, plumbing and electrical and I helped with the design, selecting and ordering all the materials - [Commercial New Construction - Break Room - Advanced Water Systems](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/commercial-new-construction-break-room-advanced-water-systems-pj-vj~6108008) - Location: Garner, NC - Photos: 13 - Description: This employee breakroom and the reception desk at Advanced Water Systems, located in Garner, NC was designed by MAV Design Concepts LLC and installed by Thurston Roof LLC. This breakroom has two separate sinks, one for water sample testing and a second for employee use. Ask us how to get a reverse osmosis system at your sink and in your fridge, as part of your Kitchen Remodel. Mention MAV Design Concepts to get $100 off your Kinietico RO system when you call Advanced Water Systems at (919) 772-4… - [Residential Kitchen - Meg's Home Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-kitchen-meg-s-home-remodel-pj-vj~6532397) - Location: Hilliard, OH - Photos: 5 - [Residential New Construction - Addition to Geeta's Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-new-construction-addition-to-geeta-s-home-pj-vj~6526966) - Location: Thorn Hill, TN - Photos: 10 - Description: I recently visited a friend in Tennesse who bought a farm in the mountains. She is renovating her home and wants to do an addition to the back of the house. The farm has two houses and several barns on the property. The addition is to be on the South side of the house that will have plenty of sunshine. There will be a direct back entrance, a coat/shoe closet, a dinette area and living room space with a woodburning stove. She is recycling some of the wood from her barns to use is as shiplap on th… - [Paniel Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/paniel-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~6576519) - Location: Raleigh, NC - Photos: 11 - [Residential Addition - New Deck and Patio - Ravi's Home Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-addition-new-deck-and-patio-ravi-s-home-remodel-pj-vj~6536405) - Location: Fairfax, VA - Photos: 6 - [Residential Kitchen - Dear's Home Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-kitchen-dear-s-home-remodel-pj-vj~6526999) - Location: Westmont, IL - Photos: 5 - Description: Design Craft Cabinets - Several designs in different door styles and finishes. These designs show different layouts either by keeping all the walls intact or removing walls. [See all 22 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-remodelers/mav-design-concepts-llc-pfvwus-pf~816090623) ## Ideabooks - [Houzz projects](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/148723274/list/houzz-projects) — 3 ideas - [Islands](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/147973214/list/islands) — 16 ideas - [Backsplash](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/147971691/list/backsplash) — 38 ideas - [Manju's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/82946017/list/manju-s-ideas) — 3 ideas [See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/manju-vashishta) ## Community Q&A **Q: Kitchen renovation costs - need help with estimate?** *(in Kitchens)* I have an estimate of $85,000 to renovate my small kitchen. This does NOT include appliances or flooring - but does include removing a load-bearing wall and replacing with an exposed wood beam. Still, this seems very high to me. I'd love some help on how to accurately gauge costs. Thank you!! A: This was one of my remodeling projects in 2019 in Cary, NC. There was a support column and wall between the kitchen and the great room. You can see that in the first and second photo. In the next two you can see a new beam installed. The last two show the open kitchen. I provided the cabinets and countertops and my contractor did the rest. The budget was $60K, not including appliances, sink, lights, hardware and flooring. If you consider everything, it was probably close to $80K. We had the structural engineer assess the situation, we pulled permits and all sub contractors on the job were licensed. Cabinets were from Fieldstone and Countertop was Et. Staturio Suede finish. Island posts were from Timberwolf. I advised the customer on the pendant lighting and she picked out the backsplash which is hand painted tiles from France. Hope this helps. **Q: Open Concept Kitchen or go back to Closed Kitchen?** *(in Building a Home)* I like open concept kitchens because they are more interactive with children and guests, even pets. But they are prone to cross contimation of food and recirculation of germs. I also like closed kitchens where there is more wall space for cabinets, but tend to get clostrophobic in smaller kitchens. What are the pros and cons people are experiencing between the open concept or closed kitchens? What do you prefer and why? A: @tangerinedoor "Whether it's an open concept or closed concept the issues remain the same." I mention this in my clarification. CDC has articles on Food, Air and Water borne illnesses. My intention here is not to scare people, but be mindful of the basics of hygiene while designing kitchens. For your reading, below are links, Foodborne illnesses https://www.cdc.gov/foodsafety/cdc-and-food-safety.html\#:~:text=Foodborne%20illness%20is%20a%20common,than%20%2415.6%20billion%20each%20year. Indoor Air Pollutants and Toxic Materials https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/publications/books/housing/cha05.htm Especially read the 'formaldehyde' part of this article. The MDF board in painted white shaker cabinets, that everyone wants in their kitchens, has traces of formaldehyde. You can look up "preventing water borne germs at home" on the CDC website. **Q: Eclipse Full Access of Diamond Full Access Cabinetry?** *(in Kitchens)* Hi All, I found out that there are shops nearby our area who offer these brands of cabinets locally. Which one is better for frameless cabinets? Eclipse Full Access or Diamond Full Access? Appreciate your help! A: @Andrea P my email mavdesignconcepts@gmail.com **Q: Any way to open up kitchen?** *(in Remodeling)* When you go up the stairs from the entrance, the kitchen is directly in front. Looking to see is there is a way to open up the kitchen. Would it be strange to have the island outside a bedroom? A: I have a kitchen exactly like this one. The DW opens behind me and I have often tripped over it not realizing that the door drops open unexpectedly. I am getting used to looking down before I turn to reach the stove. I've attached a draft of a galley kitchen with a small island. The fridge is across the island between the door and the window. **Q: Bertch, Kraftmaid, Diamond Distinction, or Woodland Kitchen Cabinets** *(in Design Dilemma)* Hi there! Trying to decide between cabinets lines. Originally I went to a kitchen person that sells Waypoint, Wolf Designer and Bertch. I was ready to buy Bertch but wanted to see an easy reach type cabinet that was not in her showroom. I was always skeptical of an easy reach with a 12" and 15" door. On my quest to find this easy reach upper to "feel" how it opens, I visited a few other cabinet showrooms. In the end, I was concerned I was paying too much for a decent cabinet and maybe there was better in my price range. Specifically, guy in Woodland showroom said Woodland was much better than Bertch and he could probably get me into woodland for "around the same price". Not sure what to make of it. Guy at Diamond place was great and really took time to explain the line to me. He also sells lower brand of Diamond, Wolf, and Aristokraft. I also am getting mixed messages on MDF versus maple or birch. We are doing painted shaker style cabinets. All prices are including tax and delivery. All have added cutlery drawer divider but nothing else extra yet. One difference in layout is that Bertch and Woodland said they can do a custom size easy reach and they are priced that including that. Kraftmaid and Diamond said they cannot, so it's 12" each side. Therefore, my two cabinets flanking the windows will each be 3" smaller and more room around the window. Please provide input if you have any experience with these lines. Thank you in advance! Quote 1: Bertch Paint in Birch Wood Doors - $18,700 to uprade to all plywood boxes another $1000 but she says not needed Quote 2: Woodland Paint, 1 piece solid MDF Door door $18,000 (not sure if these are all plywood) Quote 3: Kraftmaid Paint on Maple Door - $14,000 (all plywood included) Quote 4: Diamond Distinction at an ID dealer $14,380 (all plywood included) Design in Bertch: Plan for Diamond or KM without custom sized easy reach: A: The Bertch cabinets are the most expensive. All fieldstone dealers will not give you the same quote, it just depends upon their Design abilities and how much discount they are able to offer. I just ordered a kitchen for a customer in Columbus, Ohio and I live in NC. I coordinated the design on WhatsApp video call. They have their own contractor and are purchasing countertops there. I didn't order the cabinets until it was verified and approved by the contractor and my customer. When their cabinets are delivered, I will coordinate installation by video. **Q: 122” x 68” x 2” island in concrete?** *(in Design Dilemma)* Should we do it? ALso- the craftsman wants to make it in his shop and then charge us for install. The estimated price (without install) is $7500.00. That seems expensive and why not pour in place? He says he can manage conditions better in his shop, but this is a huge island. It seems like the installation is going to be extremely difficult. Would you just go with a Silestone product but that requires a seam because it is so big? help!!!! A: @morganannika Concrete countertops are messy to pour in place and very heavy to transport if poured elsewhere. Have you considered an inlay pattern with multiple quartz colors to overcome the seam issue? Take a look at some Airport floors where two or more colors are separated with a wave. Here is a link to ideas of two toned island counters. https://images.app.goo.gl/YS31P9GudPKzjoNx7 --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-17.*