--- title: "David Bauer, Cornerstone Builders of SW Fl — Design-Build Firms | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/david-bauer-cornerstone-builders-of-sw-fl-pfvwus-pf~975275674 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~975275674.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "David Bauer, Cornerstone Builders of SW Fl" category: ["Design-Build Firms"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/42c3c31c0b257601_3892-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Naples, Florida, United States" latitude: 26.2534 longitude: -81.7644 phone: "(941) 350-4721" website: http://www.cornerstonebuildersswfl.com/ rating: 5 review_count: 31 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 15 last_updated: 2026-09-04 --- # David Bauer, Cornerstone Builders of SW Fl Original Houzz profile: [David Bauer, Cornerstone Builders of SW Fl](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/david-bauer-cornerstone-builders-of-sw-fl-pfvwus-pf~975275674) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms - **Location:** Naples, FL - **Serves:** Bonita Springs, Estero, Golden Gate, Naples, Marco Island, Pine Ridge, Lely Resort, Naples Manor, Pelican Bay, Fort Myers Beach, Naples Park, Lely, Vineyards, Heritage Bay, Olde Cypress - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (31 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2020–2024), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Family owned - Online consultation Kitchen and Bathroom Designs that Provide detail and ambiance through creativity, inspiration and teamwork. As an Conceptual Design Artist, I evaluate your surroundings, analyze your needs, desires and dreams. I then dive deep into the not so obvious possibilities to create the solutions making your dreams become a reality... Your Home. Then the real work begins; As a full-service remodeling company we are able to go right from the planning to the building phase of your project. It is our goal to bring high quality construction and products to you in budget and on time using a variety of in house talents, methods and techniques. We use very few (if any) subcontractors for your home remodel – we have our own staff that works with you every step of the way – including licensed electricians, licensed plumbers, cabinet & countertop installers, carpenters, drywall installers, painters, tile installers, a shower door installer, and more. Let us bring you “From The Now To WOW!” David Bauer, Additional Building Experience: Extensive entrepreneurial experience in all areas of property management and construction from the early stages of development through project completion. Total accountability for all facets of construction. Outstanding network of liaisons from government agencies to customer relations. Extensive knowledge of Florida real estate. Marine experience includes dredging, environmental permitting and mitigation. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Kitchen Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Architectural Design - Outdoor Kitchen Construction - 3D Rendering - Project Management - Flooring Installation - Home Restoration - Floor Plans - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Custom Home Bars - Laundry Room Design - Green Building - Space Planning - Lighting Design - Historic Building Conservation - Garage Design - Tiny House Construction - Wood Floor Installation - Laminate Flooring Installation - Lighting Installation - Custom Storage ### Areas Served - Bonita Springs - Estero - Golden Gate - Naples - Marco Island - Pine Ridge - Lely Resort - Naples Manor - Pelican Bay - Fort Myers Beach - Naples Park - Lely - Vineyards - Heritage Bay - Olde Cypress ### Typical Job Cost $30,000 - 450,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | David Bauer, Cornerstone Builders of SW Fl | | Address | Naples, Florida, United States | | Phone | (941) 350-4721 | | Website | http://www.cornerstonebuildersswfl.com/ | | License Number | CBC 1253280 | | Followers on Houzz | 15 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/CornerstoneBuildersswfl/ - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/dualflushkit - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidwbauer/ - Blog — http://www.cornerstonebuildersswfl.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [David Bauer, Cornerstone Builders of SW Fl](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/david-bauer-cornerstone-builders-of-sw-fl-pfvwus-pf~975275674) - **Website:** http://www.cornerstonebuildersswfl.com/ - **Phone:** (941) 350-4721 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - LEED® Accredited Professional - (GBCI) The Green Building Certification Institute - Builders License, State of Florida CBC 1251879 Currently In-Active - Authorized Modular Builder, Nationwide Builders - Best of Houzz 2020 - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2020–2024), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 31 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — kathryn\_babich, Dec. 2023** > We have now done two major projects, a kitchen and primary bathroom, with David Bauer and Cornerstone in Naples, Florida. Our expectations were definitely exceeded. From his comprehensive planning and creative design to the construction overseen by Nick, the project manager, the process was seemless. There were no surprises other than those posed by the existing and underlying architecture, and they were handled swiftly and with innovative solutions. David was always available for questions and quickly returned calls, texts and emails. The office was prompt and courteous about informing us of the upcoming schedule and who we could expect at the site the next day. I would highly recommend David and Cornerstone without reservation for any project you are considering. **★★★★★ — Olavo Macedo, Dec. 2023** > David had a great vision and design for our kitchen as well as two baths. Kevin made sure the execution on the design was excellent. We are very happy with the outcome. **★★★★★ — Trish Bertuzzi, Dec. 2023** > Thank goodness we were referred to David. We bought a villa and wanted to do a whole house remodel but were struggling how to take what was there and transform it to our vision. In comes David with the most original design I have ever seen! We got the house we wanted and are absolutely thrilled with the project from start to finish. David you are a genius!! **★★★★★ — davidkuenzel, Dec. 2023** > Very professional work. Great communication. They started on time, and they finished on time, all within budget. > > Great job David and team! **★★★★★ — Nancy, Dec. 2023** > Excellent job helping us remodel our bathrooms and kitchen. David had some really good suggestions and we are so glad we listened to him. He was always prompt getting back to me and I would highly recommend him and Cornerstone. we are very happy with all the work **★★★★★ — HU-938188972, Dec. 2020** > David Bauer is outstanding! > He guided us through a major renovation of our home that included four bathrooms, kitchen, family room and an outdoor grill area. David is very creative, pays close attention to detail and monitored our job closely. He has also become a good friend. > The Cornerstone team are all excellent in their trade and were a pleasure to work with. > We would highly recommend David and Cornerstone. **★★★★★ — Loretta De Luca, Dec. 2020** > David has been our lead person for both upgrades we have done in the last few years. He is conscientious and dependable. One cannot ask for more than that. **★★★★★ — HU-634546115, Dec. 2020** > Patient knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend him for any custom project. I will certainly contact him for my next project **★★★★★ — HU-434714896, Dec. 2020** > We had Dave design our kitchen and bathroom remodel. He did an outstanding job. > It is definitely a WOW factor > Contractors were always here on time and very respectful and cleaned up after each day. > I highly recommend David Bauer and Cornerstone for any remodeling job **★★★★★ — HU-388899648, Dec. 2020** > Everything from day one was as promised. We could not be happier with the entire project. The result was WOW. Thank you **★★★★★ — Ed Langhenry, Dec. 2020** > Recently we had 2 bathrooms completely remodeled by Cornerstone Builders with our consultant, Dave Bauer. Mr. Bauer was terrific! His ideas and professional capabilities were second to none. We could not be more pleased with the results. Both bathrooms are stunning! > > More important was Dave’s interaction with his office and crew. He kept us up to date consistently and kept the project on target. We don’t think there is a better consultant anywhere in SW Florida. **★★★★★ — george contopoulos, April 2020** > David was very responsive in all aspects of the project. This includes meeting a demanding completion date and project budget estimates. ## Selected projects - [Naples Heritage - Kitchen Open Plan](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/naples-heritage-kitchen-open-plan-pj-vj~7344054) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 18 - Description: Transformed Kitchen by introducing a stunning new center island adorned with a blend of cabinet colors and textures, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The addition of a glass backsplash not only adds a touch of sparkle but also beautifully amplifies the natural light within the space. Inside the pantry cabinets, you'll find ample storage space, and the convenient spice pullouts are a true delight for any chef, turning their culinary tasks into a work of art." - [Convert old pantry to a 48" refrigerator space and a more functional Pantry](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/convert-old-pantry-to-a-48-refrigerator-space-and-a-more-functional-pantry-pj-vj~5649019) - Location: Naples, FL - Photos: 9 - Description: We converted a very heavy pantry closet to an open space with a new pantry with roll outs and a 48" refrigerator. We reworked the cabinets around an existing hood that could not be moved. The back-splash and the upper upper glass cabinets along with mixing Thermofoil cabinets with painted wood crown pulled the whole kitchen together. Design by David Bauer - [Project of this week](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-of-this-week-pj-vj~6301775) - Location: Marco Island, FL - Photos: 7 - Description: Full condo remodel including the hall laundry space. louver door solutions for cramped hallways and reworking the master bathroom for more space without moving walls. - [Yacht Harbour Club, Osprey FL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/yacht-harbour-club-osprey-fl-pj-vj~3409044) - Location: Osprey, FL - Photos: 9 - Description: Major full kitchen remodel in Osprey Florida. We raised the ceilings to create a Tray ceiling, Note the way the crown is pulled back from the ceiling to make the ceiling even taller. Special Wave sink makes for a great entertaining Island. Mixed Granite and Quartzite to give even more texture and color. Build By David Bauer - [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bathrooms-pj-vj~6096256) - Location: Naples, FL - Photos: 5 - [Misc. Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/misc-projects-pj-vj~6116479) - Location: Naples, FL - Photos: 4 - [Dining Room - Built in sideboard with glass display case for china and crystal](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dining-room-built-in-sideboard-with-glass-display-case-for-china-and-crystal-pj-vj~5694368) - Location: Naples, FL - Photos: 6 - Description: Large Built in sideboard with glass upper cabinets to display crystal and china in the dining room. Cabinets are painted shaker doors with glass inset panels. the project was designed by David Bauer and built by Cornerstone Builders of SW FL. in Naples the client loved her round mirror and wanted to incorporate it into the project so we used it as part of the backsplash display. The built in actually made the dining room feel larger. - [Open up Kitchen by Removing some walls But Keep The Flooring](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/open-up-kitchen-by-removing-some-walls-but-keep-the-flooring-pj-vj~5648825) - Location: Naples, FL - Photos: 13 - Description: This project was a challenge as we had to keep the flooring AS-IS but yet remove many walls. The client wanted to open the kitchen up on a tight budget, so we mixed reface with some new cabinets. We removed the low soffits and replaced them with new upper-upper cabinets with LED lighting. We used the cut down walls to support the granite resulting in a large island seating space. We changed the pantry doors out with cabinet doors and covered the space between with Deco panels to allow the lines… - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchens-pj-vj~6096249) - Location: Naples, FL - Photos: 26 - [Mixed Cabinets Cherry Wood Peninsula with Thermofoil Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mixed-cabinets-cherry-wood-peninsula-with-thermofoil-kitchen-pj-vj~5871037) - Location: Naples, FL - Photos: 13 - Description: White shaker Thermofoil cabinets mixed with high-end cherry to create an overall high-end look under a conservative budget. Note the mix of grays, browns and blues to tie everything together. The tile mosaic backsplash also played a big role in the marriage between the two types of cabinet construction. Design by David Bauer, Built by Cornerstone Builders of SWFL - [Curved Corner Shower in Pelican Bay](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/curved-corner-shower-in-pelican-bay-pj-vj~5640937) - Location: Barefoot Beach, FL - Photos: 8 - Description: Curved corner shower with a curved shower bench seat. Shower is flanked by his and her vanities. Design by David Bauer - [Traditional Shaker Cabinets with Upper-Upper Glass Door Cabinets](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-shaker-cabinets-with-upper-upper-glass-door-cabinets-pj-vj~5641106) - Location: Naples, FL - Photos: 5 - Description: Major reface with some new cabinets and Granite tops. Very traditional White painted Shaker cabinets with Level 4 Granite countertops. - [Marble Laundry room with built in front loading machines](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/marble-laundry-room-with-built-in-front-loading-machines-pj-vj~6120057) - Location: Naples, FL - Photos: 6 - Description: This laundry room project took a simple average laundry room and turned it into a high end traditional laundry room with built-in machines. The walls have gray marble laid in a subway pattern. The laundry machines are topped with galaxy granite, allowing for a spacious place to fold clothes. To the right of the laundry machines is an under mount stainless steel deep laundry tub for soaking. To the left of the laundry machines. The client opted for a beer bar displaying their beer stein collectio… - [Heritage Bay Dining Wall Removal, New Backsplash and Countertops](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/heritage-bay-dining-wall-removal-new-backsplash-and-countertops-pj-vj~5681265) - Location: Naples, FL - Photos: 12 - Description: Heritage Bay project in Naples Florida: We removed the dining room wall to make an more open kitchen plan. We cut the wall down to the same dimensions as the other side of the kitchen to keep the kitchen symmetrical. Added new Granite tops, a Beige Glass Bask splash and a new sink. The client elected to have a painting contractor paint the cabinets white. - [Traditional Marble Shower with Frameless Clear Glass](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-marble-shower-with-frameless-clear-glass-pj-vj~5641147) - Location: Naples, FL - Photos: 6 - Description: Traditional Marble bathroom with an all marble shower. shower is a mix of different marble textures and shapes. marble subway tiles with a herringbone shower floor and a brick lay marble listello saddled between marble pencil rails. The corner bench is Quartz and the fixtures are a high polished Nickel - [Corner His and Her Vanity](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/corner-his-and-her-vanity-pj-vj~5641061) - Location: Naples, FL - Photos: 6 - [Kitchen Crystal Glass Window Shelving, Small Bathroom, Bedroom & Laundry Porch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-crystal-glass-window-shelving-small-bathroom-bedroom-and-laundry-porch-pj-vj~3464218) - Location: Naples, FL - Photos: 17 - Description: Small Kitchen with old 1929 sash windows backing up to a porch addition from the 50's. Client in need of a 2nd bathroom, More kitchen storage primarily for crystal glasses, laundry room and beds for 3 small children who visit every few weeks. - [Galley Kitchen w/ Sloped Ceiling](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/galley-kitchen-w-sloped-ceiling-pj-vj~3181779) - Location: Naples, FL - Photos: 4 - [Small Garden Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/small-garden-projects-pj-vj~3477776) - Location: Naples, FL - Photos: 4 - Description: Water Re-use project using the Overflow Water coming from the Reverse Osmosis System. The waste line was run underground to the back of the fountain post and attached to the garden hose valve. The valve is locked in the open position to always allow flow when the system needs it. The watering can is removable to use the water for nearby potted plants. If the water is not used for plants, it overflows to refill the bird bath with fresh water for the birds. Since the build several birds make it a… [See all 19 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/david-bauer-cornerstone-builders-of-sw-fl-pfvwus-pf~975275674) ## Ideabooks - [Copied design](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/126535510/list/copied-design) — 1 idea - [Duhaime](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/124859466/list/duhaime) — 5 ideas - [Odd Island Shapes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/123473396/list/odd-island-shapes) — 1 idea - [McCracken, Merrick Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/123473036/list/mccracken-merrick-kitchen) — 6 ideas - [Breslin's Closet](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/113886918/list/breslin-s-closet) — 1 idea - [Recent Renderings to spark your thoughts](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/110720474/list/recent-renderings-to-spark-your-thoughts) — 10 ideas [See all 6 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/dpbauer80) ## Community Q&A **Q: trying to get dimensions for utility sink/cabinet - like the shaker** *(in Photo Questions)* Looking for a simple utility sink/cabinet - will have new white shaker cabinets in laundry... want a similar look and need dimensions.. also what type counter is available? A: Good morning, The sink is a Mirabelle MIRLS2318 23" Single Bowl Undermount and the countertop is Black Galaxy Granite. the cabinets are our custom White Shaker Thermofoil with stainless handles. the walls are statuary Marble tiles Product Specifications: Overall Height: 12" (measured from the bottom of sink to the top of the rim) Overall Width: 17-3/4" (measured from the back outer rim to the front outer rim) Overall Length: 23" (measured from the left outer rim to the right outer rim) Basin Width: 15-3/4" (measured from the back inner rim to the front inner rim) Basin Length: 21" (measured from the left inner rim to the right inner rim) Installation Type: Undermount Drain Outlet Connection: 3-1/2" Minimum Cabinet Size: 27" **Q: Bathroom remodel on a budget?!** *(in Remodeling)* Looking to get rid of this ugly bathroom but keep the existing footprint to lower costs. Want some very sleek and modern with the black hexagon tile look. Where do I eve start? What kind of price range am I looking at? Who do I contact to design it for me? Help! A: GreenDesign is right once you touch the shower it's an all in... start from the studs and replace everything. Shower pan, Durarock, Shower Valves, Tile shower glass.... **Q: What mirror for our new vanity?** *(in Design Dilemma)* We are keeping the wall tile in our guest bath, but we are replacing the floor with large creamy tiles and replacing the washstand with a 36” blue vanity. (Note the new vanity will be installed where the washbasin is now.) We are leaning towards a round gold mirror over the vanity, but what size? And then what kind of vanity lighting? The new vanity will meet the left wall so not sure we’ll have room for sconces? A: Your tile is wonderful! What about a mirror with a little standoff like this one? You can get this at Ferguson's and I think it comes in different sizes. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-04.*