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address: "457 West End Boulevard, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27101, United States"
latitude: 36.1024
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# Melissa Jessup, Designer

Original Houzz profile: [Melissa Jessup, Designer](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/melissa-jessup-designer-pfvwus-pf~847648482)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Kitchen & Bath Designers
- **Location:** Winston-Salem, NC
- **Serves:** Greensboro, Winston-Salem, Kernersville, Clemmons, Winston Salem, Walkertown, Rural Hall, Tobaccoville, Bethania, Belews Creek, Pfafftown
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (22 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2014–2024), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 500 Ideabook Saves

Kitchen and Bath Cabinetry, Hardware and Countertops
Sales Support Specialist

### Services Provided

- Kitchen Design
- Custom Cabinets
- Bathroom Design
- Custom Kitchen Cabinets
- Custom Bathroom Vanities
- 3D Rendering
- Custom Countertops
- Laundry Room Design
- Floor Plans
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Bathroom Remodeling
- Space Planning

### Areas Served

- Greensboro
- Winston-Salem
- Kernersville
- Clemmons
- Winston Salem
- Walkertown
- Rural Hall
- Tobaccoville
- Bethania
- Belews Creek
- Pfafftown

### Typical Job Cost

$25,000 - 1 million

Based on individual need. A detailed contract will be submitted for approval. All included items of cost will be included in the contract. Cabinets, hardware, installation, countertops and tax are among the typical costs.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Melissa Jessup, Designer |
| Address | 457 West End Boulevard, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27101, United States |
| Phone | (336) 648-7686 |
| Website | https://www.cabinetnavigators.com/ |
| Followers on Houzz | 47 |

**Social profiles:**
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-jessup-akbd-71511237/
- Blog — melissajessup.houzz.com

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Melissa Jessup, Designer](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/melissa-jessup-designer-pfvwus-pf~847648482)
- **Website:** https://www.cabinetnavigators.com/
- **Phone:** (336) 648-7686

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- \*Cambria, Quartz winner of the 2009 Cambria Lifestyles countertop design contest.  \*Décora Cabinetry, Facebook contest winner for best remodel design, October 2010\*Grand Prize winner 2012 "The Well Appointed Interiors" Design Competition - White River Moldings

- **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2014–2024), for Service.

**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 — 22 reviews**

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

### Reviews

**★★★★★ — ggrb, April 2023**

> Melissa did a great design for our kitchen remodel. She was easy to work with and attentive to detail. It is a fantastic kitchen! We are very pleased with Melissa and highly recommend.

**★★★★★ — Laura Ziesel, April 2023**

> We were in an unusual situation, thrust into an unplanned kitchen and bathroom reno. We were under a great deal of stress and Melissa was such a help to us as we sorted through crucial decisions for each space. She was able to triage which decisions needed to be made quickly and which ones could wait, as well as provide design recommendations to limit our choices. We love our spaces, and are so glad we listened to her wisdom as we made choices that we now live with daily.

**★★★★★ — Bonnie, Feb. 2023**

> Melissa designed a beautiful and functional kitchen, something completely different from the original!  Every time I walk in our new kitchen I get a big smile on my face!  She added style, additional storage and modern updates.  I thoroughly enjoyed working with Melissa, she listened to my requests and made changes to accommodate when needed. I highly recommend her services!

**★★★★★ — Missy Easter, Sept. 2021**

> Melissa pays a lot of attention to detail and is an excellent communicator.  I have worked with her on projects for 30+ years.

**★★★★★ — Pam & Bruce Jessup, Sept. 2021**

> Melissa designed our kitchen layout and help with the color and handles for all the cabinets we would recommend her to anyone who  needs help with designing their own kitchen.

**★★★★★ — Kitchen remodel, Jan. 2021**

> Melissa asked great questions and listened to what we were needing when redesigning our kitchen. She brought an expertise and creative solutions that were truly invaluable to the process. Her professionalism, attention to detail, experience and responsiveness was second to none. We will definitely use Melissa and West End Cabinetry in the futures!

**★★★★★ — Sherry Garner, Feb. 2020**

> I was very pleased with Melissa's work. She was very knowledgeable about remodeling in general and specifically on the cabinet brands that they sold. She was very easy to work with and very responsive. I really appreciated her candor, her knowledge and her sense of humor.

**★★★★★ — HU-217175276, Oct. 2019**

> Melissa changed my cringe worthy kitchen into a space of beauty. She listened to me and designed it to reflect my personality. She helped guide my decision making, and I absolutely love my new kitchen!

**★★★★★ — Meredith Francis, Aug. 2019**

> Melissa was wonderful!  We worked together on our first kitchen remodel three years ago (which ultimately sold our house when we made the decision to move to a new home) and knew she was exactly who we wanted to work with again in our new home.  Melissa is outstanding at listening to our wants and needs as well as bringing new ideas to the table.  We have been thrilled with her work and it was a pleasure to work with her!

**★★★★★ — Zac Evans, April 2019**

> Melissa was brilliant! I started a kitchen remodel planning session back before the holidays, and I had heard great things about West End Cabinet Company. Melissa was able to see my described vision and she helped bring it to life. She was very attentive and responsive to all of my communication, and made plan changes with ease. She coordinated all the installation details and was there throughout the entire process. Would definitely work with her again in the future on my next kitchen!

**★★★★★ — Jerry Cahalan, Oct. 2018**

> Melissa is very knowledgeable about kitchen design and high-end cabinetry. Even with a challenging budget, she was able to get creative and come up with a plan that worked very well without sacrificing quality. Highly recommended!

**★★★★★ — tara hendrix, Aug. 2018**

> Wonderful! So helpful and knowledgeable.  Amazing looks. Melissa will make your kitchen dreams to come to life.  The selections are good.

## Selected projects

- [Yorkshire Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/yorkshire-bathroom-pj-vj~7211542)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Prytania Master Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/prytania-master-bathroom-pj-vj~7179475)
  - Location: Winston-Salem, NC
  - Photos: 8
- [New for 2023 at Prytania](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-for-2023-at-prytania-pj-vj~7158100)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 18
- [Bonnie Blue](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bonnie-blue-pj-vj~7128285)
  - Location: Winston-Salem, NC
  - Photos: 13
  - Description: This kitchen owner decided to keep the majority of the foot print with a few changes recommended by the designer. Two of the changes were to rotate the island for better traffic flow and the other was to move the refrigerator for more countertop space.
- [The "J" is Silent](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-j-is-silent-pj-vj~6940588)
  - Location: Pfafftown, NC
  - Photos: 10
- [Built In 1922 - A Fresh Uplift for this Vintage Gem](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/built-in-1922-a-fresh-uplift-for-this-vintage-gem-pj-vj~6875226)
  - Location: Winston-Salem, NC
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: This 100-year-old house was in need of some serious space planning. The kitchen was small for this family and an adjacent hallway with a bar was rarely utilized. Walls were removed, plumbing lines were changed and a hump in the floor was all repaired giving new life to this beautiful home.
- [Painters Palette](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/painters-palette-pj-vj~6747461)
  - Location: Winston-Salem, NC
  - Photos: 2
- [Guest Cabin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/guest-cabin-pj-vj~256701)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: This was an old tobacco barn that had been repurposed into a Guest Cabin for visitors to their home.
- [The Cat's Meow](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-cat-s-meow-pj-vj~6726298)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 18
  - Description: A great example of successfully using more than one appliance brand. Zephyr hood liner, Wold 36" Professional Gas Cooktop, LG Refrigerator, KitchenAid Double Oven, and Sharp Microwave Drawer.
- [Bellissimo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bellissimo-pj-vj~6491005)
  - Location: Winston-Salem, NC
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: This was a wonderful remodel with a beautiful family to enjoy this new kitchen. We kept the same footprint of the space. With the updated layout and finishes, the area really lightened up and is much more functional for the clients.
- [Let the Sun Shine!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/let-the-sun-shine-pj-vj~6624469)
  - Location: Bermuda Run, NC
  - Photos: 12
- [North Carolina Mountain Cabin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/north-carolina-mountain-cabin-pj-vj~6500691)
  - Location: Traphill, NC
  - Photos: 16
- [HP Main Floor Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hp-main-floor-remodel-pj-vj~6375706)
  - Location: Winston-Salem, NC
  - Photos: 23
  - Description: The old kitchen pantries were removed allowing an opening from the kitchen into the living room area. The dining room was converted to a home office. Upgrades to the dry bar and hall bath were extensive. The old guest bedroom and master bathroom were combined to create a sumptuous master suite, complete with wet-room and walk-in closet.
- [Buckingham Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/buckingham-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~6273531)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: This space was an incredibly challenging project. There were many issues that were costly modifications, but obviously well needed. The angle of the walls and placement of the original closet/pantries had to be removed allowing for a long hutch type wall with a double oven. A new window was installed to allow for cabinetry to run underneath, but still allow natural light to enter.
- [Lake House Update](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-house-update-pj-vj~5993271)
  - Location: Mooresville, NC
  - Photos: 12
- [Night and Day](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/night-and-day-pj-vj~5903624)
  - Location: Winston-Salem, NC
  - Photos: 6
- [If a House is Remodeled on Forest....](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/if-a-house-is-remodeled-on-forest-pj-vj~5674934)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 12
- [Sweet Repeat!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sweet-repeat-pj-vj~5844742)
  - Location: Winston-Salem, NC
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: Total kitchen remodel - from the before photo's you notice an unsightly soffit over the bar, creating a visual barrier. The layout stayed essentially the same with a few modifications. Desk area went away and was replaced with a dry bar. Wine rack was eliminated and replace with a deep cabinet for a recharging station.
- [Francis Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/francis-kitchen-pj-vj~3534526)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Kahler Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kahler-kitchen-pj-vj~3534470)
  - Location: Winston-Salem, NC
  - Photos: 6

[See all 24 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/melissa-jessup-designer-pfvwus-pf~847648482)

## Ideabooks

- [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/150356523/list/wish-list) — 1 idea
- [melissajessup's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/12882255/list/melissajessup-s-ideas) — 33 ideas
- [Bedrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/165970505/list/bedrooms) — 5 ideas
- [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/151680610/list/bathrooms) — 12 ideas
- [Beautiful Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/104496759/list/beautiful-spaces) — 10 ideas
- [Pantries](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/141469836/list/pantries) — 8 ideas
- [Master Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/113094672/list/master-bathrooms) — 6 ideas
- [Fixtures](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118163172/list/fixtures) — 2 ideas
- [Charleston Living](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/96283941/list/charleston-living) — 1 idea

[See all 9 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/melissajessup)

## Community Q&A

**Q: What color is the blue?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: It’s called Blue Ash.

**Q: Info on backsplash** *(in Photo Questions)*

Hello, would you please share the brands of both backsplash tiles? Lovely pairings.

A: The main splash is a 3x6 Snow Cap framed bevel. The accent tile is Lyan Thassos Carrara mosaic trimmed with 2x12 Carrara chair rail.

**Q: What is the color of the walls?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: It is a custom Sherwin-Williams color created for the homeowners...

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