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address: "27 West 3rd St. Suite E, Grove, Oklahoma 74344, United States"
latitude: 36.5929
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phone: "(918) 260-3718"
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rating: 5
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# Design in a Kilt

Original Houzz profile: [Design in a Kilt](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/design-in-a-kilt-pfvwus-pf~848385990)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Home Builders
- **Location:** Grove, OK
- **Serves:** Grove, Copeland, Monkey Island
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (13 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2020–2022), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Recommended on Houzz
- 500 Ideabook Saves
- Best of Houzz winner
- Family owned
- Online consultation

Design in a Kilt is the premier choice for home remodel and renovations in the Grand Lake and surrounding areas.  

We are a design/build company and take care of every detail concept to completion. We are one of the few builders in the area offering full 3-D renderings of your project, so you already have an idea of the distinct result. Building and designing are not our only strengths; we create unique details that can make your home special from anything else. We specialize in custom finishes inside and out, and attention to the details in every corner.  

We specialize in remodeling truly any shell and make it something completely fresh and beautiful. Old bones have the best narratives, and we love breathing life back into them. Contact us to set up a design consultation.

### Services Provided

- Custom Homes
- New Home Construction
- Home Remodeling
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- House Plans
- Multigenerational Homes
- Guesthouse Design & Construction
- Green Building
- Project Management
- Pool House Design & Construction
- Home Restoration
- Floor Plans
- Barn Design & Construction
- Sustainable Design
- Site Planning
- Handicap-Accessible Design
- Tiny House Construction
- Insulation Installation
- Log Home Construction

### Areas Served

- Grove
- Copeland
- Monkey Island

### Typical Job Cost

$100,000 - 2,000,000

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Design in a Kilt |
| Address | 27 West 3rd St. Suite E, Grove, Oklahoma 74344, United States |
| Phone | (918) 260-3718 |
| Website | https://www.designinakilt.com |
| License Number | 1178 |
| Followers on Houzz | 18 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/ReidSmithDesign/
- Blog — https://www.instagram.com/designinakilt/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Design in a Kilt](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/design-in-a-kilt-pfvwus-pf~848385990)
- **Website:** https://www.designinakilt.com
- **Phone:** (918) 260-3718

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2020–2022), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 13 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 5.0
- Communication: 5.0
- Value: 5.0

### Reviews

**★★★★★ — Safe Harbor, LLC, May 2023**

> Reid gave us some great ideas for one of our houses, and even the best (easiest & cheapest) way to go about getting it done.

**★★★★★ — maekeland, April 2021**

> Reid has been amazing to work with on our lakehouse addition design project. He spent time getting to know us to really understand our style, use and functional purposes of the new space to create the perfect design specs and plan! The layout is beautiful and the 3D rendering he produced really brought it to life! He thought of some unique solutions to what was a challenging segway between lakeside room areas. Will attach pictures once the project is completed. Thanks Reid!
>
> Chris and Melanie

**Comment from Design in a Kilt:**

> Thank you, I can not wait to see your finished project.

**★★★★★ — Harlie Lawrence, March 2021**

> Reid & his son Maceon have been phenomenal to work with through the design process. Reid is patient and listens to exactly what you want and gives  realistic expectations. Honest work is hard to come by these days, and that’s exactly what you get! Just by walking throughout their shop in Grove, you can see that Reid has an eye for design, and make sure you stop by the coffee counter- the coffee is just icing on the cake!

**★★★★★ — HU-509412344, June 2020**

> Its been a pleasure working with you and your attention to details shows!! We look forward to having you back out to do more work..

**★★★★★ — Mike Ginn, May 2019**

> Just worked with Reed and Sebastian on a design. Wow, what fun and professionalism. They had a good design when we started the Skype internet session where we were spread across 3 different cities. We spent 1.5 hours discussing each room while Sebastian made changes to show us what it would look like with different wall, design, and furniture placements. When we finished we had an exact 3D model of every room and every detail in each room. This was just like you see on HGTV except we participated in the design process. Attached is a screen shot from the tool, but it also allows you to view each room from any angle. We would recommend Design in a Kilt for every renovation project so you know what the finished project will look like before you even start! Amazing creativity and professionalism.

**Comment from Design in a Kilt:**

> Thank you Mike, it is always fun to do these remote design meetings.  Hopefully this allows you and Jeannie to make an informed decision on how to proceed.

**★★★★★ — HU-414098451, May 2019**

> I’m so impressed with this company I’m from Tulsa and I have hired so many people for construction but I have never been satisfied until now they have the ability to let you see what your going to get before you get it!!! They draw up everything on the computer and you get say yes or no or let’s move this around I LOVE IT!!! and their work is amazing!!! Very impressed!!!

**Comment from Design in a Kilt:**

> Thank you, we pride ourselves in space planning and helping our clients to visualize the final product.  Hopefully we can help you realize all your dreams for your home.

**★★★★★ — HU-745970258, April 2019**

> All of the contract labor professionals who came to do work were respectful, punctual, and easy to work with. Reid is a great designer! He didn’t just come in and take over a room; he was patient with my husband and me as we developed a style for our home!!

**★★★★★ — kschuessler13, April 2019**

> We met Reid when we bought a fixer-upper at the lake and he has been helping us every year with a new project.   He always has great innovative new ideas and has met every time line that we agreed on. He raised the ceiling in the family room and added beams, remodeled the kitchen including removing walls, renovated a large bedroom into a built-in bunk room, added a shower to our half bath, put a cover on our deck  and gave the entire exterior a facelift including a new entryway
> porch.   We recently had him do a 3-D virtual design for a future master bath and we can’t wait to start that project with him next year!  He has and will continue to help us make our vacation home a great place for our family and friends.

**★★★★★ — Safe Harbor Homes, April 2019**

> Design in a Kilt is an amazing company & Reid Smith is a highly talented, creative designer. He transformed our kitchen-living area into an “open concept” space. It turned out fabulous and he even negotiated a better price for us on a delay from the kitchen appliance vendor. We were extremely pleased with the results and highly recommend his fantastic team!

**★★★★★ — sarah jurcyk, April 2019**

> I can not say enough good things about Reid Smith our contractor for our lake house at Grand Lake OK.  It started off as a remodel but after he got into the walls and discovered multiple issues we switched gears to building a new house.  We did not have time, or as it turns out the need, to panic.  The house was torn down middle of January and we moved in on Memorial weekend (same year!).  Reid had great design ideas and I had done my homework too and knew the look we were going for.  It was a fantastic collaboration and I can only say he was wonderful to work with and I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a remodel or new home project.

**Comment from Design in a Kilt:**

> Thank you,  Sarah.  And thank you for the pictures.  Yours was a very fun project, with a so much charm.  It always makes me smile when I see it.

**★★★★★ — Mike Whitney, April 2019**

> Design in a Kilt did a fantastic job designing and building the interior of our home. From the first day to the last Reid gave quality detailed attention to the work and the progress.   We are completely satisfied and he exceeded our expectations.

**★★★★★ — Howard Wood, March 2019**

> After consulting with several other contractors, my wife and I hired Reid and his team to perform a major remodel of our lake home. He met with us a number of times in order to produce high resolution mockups that were essential to finalizing the design. Reid has a unique ability to see creative design solutions that aren’t readily apparent, and that made all the difference in getting a final product that exceeded anything we thought possible. His weekly progress reports ensured that the project remained on time and on budget. I would definitely recommend The Design in a Kilt team to anyone considering a remodel or new construction project.

## Selected projects

- [Chic Lakehouse Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chic-lakehouse-remodel-pj-vj~5674302)
  - Location: Grove, OK
  - Photos: 33
- [Rustic Lakehouse Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rustic-lakehouse-remodel-pj-vj~5670863)
  - Location: Grove, OK
  - Photos: 13
- [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchens-pj-vj~5674327)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 28
  - Description: This is a sampling of kitchens that we have done.
- [Large Remodel with Pool in Shangri-la](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/large-remodel-with-pool-in-shangri-la-pj-vj~5617620)
  - Location: Monkey Island, OK
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: Shangri-La Chateaus
- [Metal Barn Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/metal-barn-farmhouse-pj-vj~5674318)
  - Location: Grove, OK
  - Photos: 30
- [Exteriors](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/exteriors-pj-vj~5680872)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 18
- [Rustic Remodel Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rustic-remodel-project-pj-vj~5617608)
  - Location: Monkey Island, OK
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: Shangri- La Chateaus
- [Whole Home Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/whole-home-remodel-pj-vj~5617593)
  - Location: Grove, OK
  - Photos: 12
- [Completed Work](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/completed-work-pj-vj~5615484)
  - Location: Grove, OK
  - Photos: 21
- [Classic Remodeling Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-remodeling-project-pj-vj~5617603)
  - Location: Grove, OK
  - Photos: 25
- [Children's Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/children-s-spaces-pj-vj~5617614)
  - Location: Grove, OK
  - Photos: 10
- [Animal Accessories](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/animal-accessories-pj-vj~5617635)
  - Location: Grove, OK
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: This was a unique little project. We had to create a new setting for this mount, which had originally been on a cabinet piece that sat on the floor.
- [Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/interiors-pj-vj~5680870)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 14
- [Local Restaurant](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/local-restaurant-pj-vj~5682331)
  - Location: Grove, OK
  - Photos: 12
- [DK Co-op Revival](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dk-co-op-revival-pj-vj~6304780)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 44
- [Doc's Bar and Eatery at Shangri-La](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/doc-s-bar-and-eatery-at-shangri-la-pj-vj~6134413)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 32
- [Tiny Homes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tiny-homes-pj-vj~6067039)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 22
- [Products](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/products-pj-vj~5765084)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 18
- [Artwork and Fixtures](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/artwork-and-fixtures-pj-vj~5765112)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9

[See all 19 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/design-in-a-kilt-pfvwus-pf~848385990)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Stair tred stain color?** *(in Photo Questions)*

What color stain was used on the stair treds?

A: It was just a clear sealer over old barn wood.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-24.*