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# HEI Design

Original Houzz profile: [HEI Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/hei-design-pfvwus-pf~939570059)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Kitchen & Bath Designers
- **Location:** Waverly, NE
- **Serves:** Omaha, Lincoln, Seward, Gretna, Wahoo, Waverly, Ashland, Ceresco, Eagle, Greenwood, Walton, Davey, Alvo
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (42 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 13 awards (2013–2024), for Service, Design.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 10,000 Ideabook Saves
- Best of Houzz winner
- References available
- Evening consultations

Custom cabinetry, countertops, and more...

HEI Design builds distinctive custom cabinetry for residential and commercial settings. Take a moment to browse our portfolio, read customer reviews, or contact us to discuss your project!

Contact me at tyhart44@gmail.com

### Services Provided

- Kitchen Design
- Custom Cabinets
- Bathroom Design
- Custom Kitchen Cabinets
- Custom Bathroom Vanities
- 3D Rendering
- Custom Countertops
- Custom Pantries
- Laundry Room Design
- Floor Plans
- Project Management
- Mudroom Design
- Custom Walk-in Closets
- Pantry Design
- Drafting
- Vanity Installation
- Wine Cellar Design
- Custom Cabinet Doors
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Bathroom Remodeling

### Areas Served

- Omaha
- Lincoln
- Seward
- Gretna
- Wahoo
- Waverly
- Ashland
- Ceresco
- Eagle
- Greenwood
- Walton
- Davey
- Alvo

### Typical Job Cost

$15,000 - 150,000

Cost vary depending upon materials and scope of project.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | HEI Design |
| Address | Waverly, Nebraska 68462, United States |
| Phone | (402) 570-5845 |
| Website | http://tyhart44@gmail.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 66 |

## Offers

8X Best of Houzz!

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [HEI Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/hei-design-pfvwus-pf~939570059)
- **Website:** http://tyhart44@gmail.com
- **Phone:** (402) 570-5845

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 13 awards (2013–2024), for Service, Design.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 42 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 49.0

### Reviews

**★★★★★ — Alex Neuhaus, May 2023**

> Tyler did a great job with our new built-ins and mantel. He’s the definition of a professional and his team is great to work with. I would gladly use HEI again for any future work in our house. Thank you!

**★★★★★ — shanny2, Dec. 2022**

> Tyler and his team were very professional.  They went above and beyond to make sure all of the adjustments and final details were taken care of.  Our cabinets look fantastic, we get many compliments!

**★★★★★ — chindychindy, Oct. 2022**

> Super nice people!  Beautiful, quality workmanship. They understood and executed exactly what I wanted. HEI Design was so easy to work with.

**★★★★★ — Dan Alberts, Sept. 2022**

> Each of our remodeled home interests were incorporated into the design delivered.   We could not be more satisfied.   Thank you

**★★★★★ — Amberly Byington, May 2022**

> Tyler and his team do exceptional work. From start to finish his attention to detail is second to none.  He was by far, the best contractor/craftsman to work with throughout our entire basement finish. He made cabinets for a bar area, tv area, bathroom, office and a smaller pocket office.   Nothing is left to question and he is a good communicator.  He shows up when scheduled.  I appreciate his talent and highly recommend him.

**★★★★★ — R.J. L, May 2022**

> HEI Design did an amazing job!  Very professional, easy to work with and on schedule.  I would recommend them for any cabinet project.

**★★★★★ — ryanbouc, May 2022**

> Tyler with HEI Design absolutely nailed it. We wanted our kitchen to be different and to stand apart from traditional cabinets. We wanted something much more custom and modern. We came across his company on Houzz and every review was overwhelmingly positive. Our kitchen has exceeded our expectations, which is no simple task for someone who has high standards and expectations. We wouldn’t even consider anyone else if we ever build again. Well Done, Tyler and HEI! Thanks! Ryan and Katie

**★★★★★ — avababa2000, Oct. 2021**

> In one word, Tyler is meticulous.  HEI Design did my kitchen, bathrooms, mudroom, laundry room, bar area and floating shelves with drawers underneath them on fireplace wall in my new home.  Nearly all of them were different designs but turned out perfect.  I can't wait to get pictures taken so I can post the finish product.  The bar area had particularly tricky lighting - I wanted changeable lights (Husker Red on Saturdays, Green on St. Patrick's Day) and Tyler nailed it.  Would definitely recommend!

**★★★★★ — brieowen, Oct. 2021**

> Tyler is a perfectionist in the best possible sense—exactly the person you want for something as precise as custom cabinetry. He made my vision come to life down to the exact millimeter, and he made some excellent edits that improved the overall design immeasurably. The organization options for inside cabinetry were great, but he also custom built silverware dividers and spice dividers by request so that I could have wood. He also was willing to make adjustments so that I could have a 3” deep walnut butcher block top for our island and real walnut tops (rather than veneer) for our two built-in benches. He went above and beyond to make sure that everything was exactly as we envisioned and more. We live in a 1920s house with uneven floors, ceilings, and walls. When it came time for install, Tyler and his team worked tirelessly to fit cabinets seamlessly into the space. Tyler excels at a level of craftmanship and excellence that is hard to find anywhere else! Highly recommend.

**★★★★★ — J Elizabeth Schoemaker, July 2021**

> Absolutely one of the best Craftsmans I have ever worked with. Tyler and HEI design spent a lot of time planning and executing the perfect cabinet layout and plan for my kitchen. It was a fraction of the cost of what I’ve been quoted from other suppliers. The cabinets are beautiful! And more than that they are extremely well-made, durable and will last a lifetime. I will not have to be painting or replacing crappy cabinets in five years! Thank you Tyler!

**★★★★★ — Kelsie Stewart, July 2021**

> Tyler was fantastic and easy to work with. Our vision for our kitchen far exceeded our expectations. He took what we requested for in our kitchen and just made it into a dream come true. We could not have picked a better person to have done our kitchen.

**★★★★★ — macarlson86, Nov. 2020**

> When I met Tyler I had been working on a kitchen remodel for almost a year. I had "gone through" 3 other kitchen remodelers. No one could do what I wanted. Everyone had their ideas.  No one could seem to grasp the concept even though I had pictures of my ideas. I didn't want what everyone else had. I was looking for some thing contemporary. I was about to give up but my husband said to try one more time.  I felt Tyler knew from the beginning what I wanted. He listened. He answered my questions and offered suggestions. I was very comfortable with him in the fact that he would come up with the design that was right. Tyler is an artist and an amazing craftsman. His workmanship is impeccable. To say the least my kitchen is more than I had imagined it could be. Uniquely mine & I love it.  I highly recommend Tyler.

## Selected projects

- [Parade Home 2022](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/parade-home-2022-pj-vj~7024123)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 8
- [Firethorn 4 - Walnut](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/firethorn-4-walnut-pj-vj~6933262)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 14
- [Yankee Hill](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/yankee-hill-pj-vj~7310401)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: Thank you to Change House Renovations for the fabulous pictures!
- [Concord](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/concord-pj-vj~7310418)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: Thank you to Change House Renovations for the amazing pictures!
- [Orchard](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/orchard-pj-vj~7310390)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: Thanks to Change House Renovations for the amazing pictures!
- [Contemporary Lakehouse 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-lakehouse-2-pj-vj~6942056)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 8
- [Sheridan](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sheridan-pj-vj~6712794)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 11
- [Parade Home 2019](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/parade-home-2019-pj-vj~5784323)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 19
  - Description: Contemporary home featured in 2019 Lincoln Parade of Homes. Mixtures of white/grey acrylic exteriors and high-gloss painted finishes. All cabinetry features handleless hardware.
- [Countryview](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/countryview-pj-vj~5784417)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: Cabinetry designed by HEI Design and built by Ashland Oak
- [Rushmore](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rushmore-pj-vj~6053456)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: Cabinetry by Ashland Oak
- [Contemporary Lakehouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-lakehouse-pj-vj~2622942)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 8
- [Green Mill](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/green-mill-pj-vj~6089715)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: Cabinetry by Ashland Oak
- [Lincolnshire](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lincolnshire-pj-vj~6712819)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 5
- [Contemporary Makeover](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-makeover-pj-vj~6397749)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 6
- [Firethorn 3](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/firethorn-3-pj-vj~6077484)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: Contemporary kitchen with off-white high-gloss finish. Always a pleasure to work with Lee Douglas interiors!
- [Modern Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-farmhouse-pj-vj~5926205)
  - Location: Waverly, NE
  - Photos: 10
- [Contemporary Attic](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-attic-pj-vj~6397797)
  - Location: Roca, NE
  - Photos: 4
- [Dobson](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dobson-pj-vj~4833500)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 3
- [Walnut](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/walnut-pj-vj~6099838)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 3
- [Firethorn 1](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/firethorn-1-pj-vj~1033994)
  - Location: Lincoln, NE
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: Cabinetry & installation by Copley's Carpentry.

[See all 41 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/hei-design-pfvwus-pf~939570059)

## Ideabooks

- [Laundry](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/133823244/list/laundry) — 5 ideas
- [Command Center](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/132411357/list/command-center) — 7 ideas
- [Library](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/63155091/list/library) — 8 ideas

[See all 3 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/heidesign44)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Kindly tell me what type of flooring is this? Is simply beautiful** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Natural hickory

**Q: I am in love with your floor! What kind of wood is it?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Natural hickory

**Q: Insert** *(in Photo Questions)*

Where can one purchase this type if drawer insert?

A: The stainless steel crocks were ordered from Amazon, and I custom made the drawer core with circular cutouts.

**Q: What color of granite is this?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Santa Cecilia I believe

**Q: Erich and Asia** *(in Photo Questions)*

Who makes this drawer?

A: I custom made it myself!

**Q: HELP! Does anyone know about textured thermofused-melamine??** *(in Design Dilemma)*

I am re-doing my kitchen and I fell in love with a driftwood look from poggenpohl. I can't afford it so am getting bids for a look that is inspired by it. I have gotten bids for stained wood veneer, thermafoil and thermofused-melamine (tfm)-I like the tfm color best. The company said tfm is very popular for kitchens in Europe.  (A bid I got  from an italian company also used tfm). But a local cabinet maker said he doesn't use it cuz it's too thin and not durable. Is thermofused-melamine a high quality material to use for an upscale kitchen or is thermafoil better for a European look.

A: If your cabinetry professional is able to source different brands locally you're going to have some extremely attractive color/grain combinations to consider.  You'll also enjoy color/pattern consistency, allowing you to bookmatch and/or order an exact replacement should a problem arise (although bookmatching makes that a more costly proposition). 

Also, I agree with what others above have said.  This category of products is arguably more durable that wood veneers, and anyone that tells you "but you can sand and refinish the damage if it's wood" isn't being practical.  Your're not going to sand/refinish damage or replace a component years later and be happy with the consistency.

As a professional, I wouldn't hesitate to use TFL when remodeling my own home.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-05.*