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CairnsCraft Design & Remodel is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5

What services does CairnsCraft Design & Remodel provide?

CairnsCraft Design & Remodel provides the following services: 3D Rendering, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), Architectural Drawings, Barn Design & Construction, Bathroom Design, Bathroom Remodeling, Building Design, Custom Storage, Design Consultation, Floor Plans, Home Additions, Home Extensions, Home Remodeling, Kitchen Design, Kitchen Remodeling, Lighting Design, Project Management, Site Planning, Space Planning, Structural Engineering, Sunroom Design & Construction, Universal Design, Wood Floor Installation

CairnsCraft Design & Remodel

Q: Where does CairnsCraft Design & Remodel provide services?

CairnsCraft Design & Remodel provides services in the following areas: San Diego, University City, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Point Loma San Diego, La Jolla, Ocean Beach San Diego, Coronado, Solana Beach, Cardiff By The Sea, Del Mar, Fairbanks Ranch, Rancho Santa Fe, Del Mar Heights, Mission Hills San Diego

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BEST OF HOUZZ DESIGN 2025 | BEST OF HOUZZ SERVICE 2025 | 2020 BATHROOM OF THE WEEK | 2019 BATHROOM OF THE YEAR WINNER (SAN DIEGO HOME/GARDEN LIFESTYLE) | TOP 50 INNOVATOR IN 2018 (KITCHEN & BATH DESIGN NEWS) | BEST OF 2019 RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE Transform your living space with CairnsCraft Design & Remodel, San Diego’s premier award-winning renovation experts proudly serving the broader San Diego Area since 1996. As a BBB Accredited A+ rated general contractor (License #908472) and multi-year Best of Houzz winner, our dedicated team specializes in luxury kitchen remodels, custom bathroom renovations, whole-home remodeling, and seamless home additions that perfectly blend striking architectural creativity with everyday functionality. We treat your home as your sanctuary and the heart of your family life, guarding your space with the utmost respect while delivering a low-stress, on-budget construction experience built entirely on trust and integrity. As an authorized premium cabinetry dealer, as well as a Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS), we thoughtfully guide you through every step to ensure your home is beautifully customized, meticulously crafted, and accessible for any stage of life. Trust is the foundation we build upon. We take pride in our work, and it shows. We are your trusted, dependable partners, uniquely qualified to remodel homes to be functional and usable by anyone, regardless of age or ability. We appreciate the trust you are extending us when you invite us to your home to work on your project. We respect that trust and will guard and protect your home during the remodeling project.

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CAPS I/II - Certified Aging- In-Place Specialist-Design/Build Solutions-Marketing & Communication Strategies BBB Accredited Business with A+ Rating

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Business Details

Business Name

CairnsCraft Design & Remodel

Phone Number

(619) 818-9870

Website

www.cairnscraft.com/contact-us/

Address

San Diego, CA 92107

Typical Job Cost

$25,000 - 800,000

License Number

908472

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Services Provided

Home Remodeling

Kitchen Remodeling

Home Additions

Bathroom Remodeling

Kitchen Design

Home Extensions

Bathroom Design

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

Building Design

Architectural Drawings

3D Rendering

Project Management

Design Consultation

Floor Plans

Universal Design

Sunroom Design & Construction

Space Planning

Lighting Design

Site Planning

Structural Engineering

Barn Design & Construction

Wood Floor Installation

Custom Storage

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Areas Served

San Diego

University City

Carlsbad

Encinitas

Point Loma San Diego

La Jolla

Ocean Beach San Diego

Coronado

Solana Beach

Cardiff By The Sea

Del Mar

Fairbanks Ranch

Rancho Santa Fe

Del Mar Heights

Mission Hills San Diego

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103 Reviews for CairnsCraft Design & Remodel

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Work Quality

4.8

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4.8

Value

4.8

jmithen

CairnsCraft completed a wonderful remodel for my mom's bathroom to help her age in place. My mom is petite so Marie made sure all the fixtures and grabs were at the correct height and elderly friendly. Marie and Danny went above and beyond in communicating with my mom throughout the process. They left the house clean and tidy everyday and all their subs were wonderful. My mom says the CairnsCraft team was marvelous and kept her house immaculate! My mom is hard to please so this is definitely a relief to hear. We'll definitely use CairnsCraft again. :)

2 days ago

Sharon Bodrug

I had a great experience working with Marie and the CairnsCraft team on my studio renovation. They helped transform a dated, underutilized bonus room into a modern space our whole family can enjoy. Marie and her team were accommodating, flexible, and thoughtful as we worked through the right scope and approach for the project. They also worked closely with both me and my designer to make sure the details came together smoothly. Adding a designer into the communication mix could have made things more complicated, but CairnsCraft made the process feel seamless. I especially enjoyed working with Danny and Dennis. They were easy to collaborate with, communicated clearly, and kept the project moving at the pace I needed. The subcontractor they brought in was also excellent and went above and beyond to make sure my dogs were safe while the crew was coming and going. Everyone was friendly with the dogs, and the crew was greeted each day with wagging tails. I’ve worked with several contractors, and this was the best experience overall. CairnsCraft Design & Remodel will be my go-to team for my next remodeling adventure.

4 days ago

Sandra D

I met Marie while visiting San Diego as I was thinking about remodeling my kitchen, I instantly thought of her and reached out to her. I live in Arizona and wasn't able to have Carin's Craft Design & Remodel complete the project however Marie went above and beyond to help me anyway. She was incredibly generous with her time, guiding me toward the right hardware, recommending trusted companies, and offering thoughtful direction throughout the process. I had a vision and had my own design but I was also inspired by her website and the stunning remodels she's completed for others--her talent, attention to detail, and passion for design really shined through. Even from afar, her support made a meaningful difference in my remodel. I am so grateful to Marie for her kindness, expertise, and willingness to help without hesitation. A heartfelt thank you!

February 7, 2026

Comment from CairnsCraft Design & Remodel:

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. It truly means a lot to hear that our time together made a positive difference in your kitchen remodel. Even though we weren’t able to work together on the project directly, I’m so glad I could support you, share ideas, and help guide you along the way.

Your vision and thoughtfulness throughout the process were inspiring, and it was a pleasure offering insight and recommendations to help bring it all together. I’m grateful you reached out and trusted me as a resource—it was absolutely my pleasure. Wishing you many happy years enjoying your beautiful new kitchen!

Warmly,
Marie

Chris M

We chose CairnsCraft Design & Remodel for our old fireplace replacement, which included a floor to ceiling modern stone fireplace surround and installation of a linear realistic electric fire. From the beginning, we were impressed with their professional approach. Charles visited our house at the beginning of the project and with Marie came to view the finished project. They are truly dedicated professionals. Matt, the project manager, was our main point of contact, and was always available, in person or to respond promptly to phone calls and texts throughout the whole process. With the Cairns Craft team, he produced a detailed project proposal with itemized costs and a preliminary timetable. We remained in our home during the remodel, and was kept informed by Matt, in conjunction with online software, about which subcontractors would be at our home each day and when they would arrive. All were skilled, friendly and respectful of our home, cleaning up at the end of each day. The stone fabricator who installed our fireplace surround was particularly impressive. He worked closely with us to ensure the design we were looking for was achieved. His attention to detail was impeccable and craftsmanship second to none. A special thank you to Matt who kept the project moving along and was there to oversee the progress from beginning to end. We are so happy with our amazing new fireplace and looking forward to working with the team on our next project early next year.

November 18, 2025

Comment from CairnsCraft Design & Remodel:

Thank you so much for this incredible review! It was an absolute pleasure partnering with you on your fireplace transformation. We’re thrilled to hear how much you’re enjoying the new modern surround and linear electric fire—what a beautiful upgrade to your home.

Our entire team truly appreciates your kind words. we as owners of CairnsCraft enjoyed meeting with you again at both the start and completion of the project, and Matt will be delighted to hear how much his communication, attention, and professionalism meant to you throughout the process. Keeping clients informed and comfortable—especially when work is being done while they remain in their home—is something we take great pride in. We’re also glad to hear that our tradespeople made such a positive impression; their craftsmanship and respect for our clients’ homes are core to the CairnsCraft standard.

Thank you again for trusting us with your vision and for recognizing the care and skill our team brings to every project. We’re honored to have earned your confidence and are very much looking forward to working with you again early next year. Enjoy your stunning new fireplace!

— The CairnsCraft Design & Remodel Team

Mike Fasulo

BEWARE!!! I hired this firm to provide a kitchen remodel from design to execution and it was a horror story to say the least. From multiple measuring errors in the designs, to numerous visible damages, this firm is not competent and arrogant. They use a sub contractor named Kaizen Built Inc who should be best known for attempting to repair new items that Kaizen damages. They pride themselves in "fixing" problems they created and / or damages. Furthermore bth firms do not live up to the basic pricinipal of owning your mistakes. They in fact damaged my new appliances by saying paint on the aluminum doors accidentally but never let us know until we confronted them afterwards. To this day they have not remedied this damage. A 3 month $120,000 (not including $25,000 in new appliances damaged by Cairnscraft & Kaizen Built) remodel has taken over 2 years and is still incomplete. I have comprehensive notes and evidence of the "many" mistakes, damages, re-damages and uncooperative behavior of these 2 incompetent firms if anyone is interested. I have also attached a few photos (limit is 6, I have many more) of their work which should clearly have you 2nd guess using them on your project.

October 23, 2025

Steve Martini

We choose Cairns Craft Design & Remodel to renovate our two (2) bathrooms. They were professional, attentive & prompt to our questions and concerns. In partnership with Cairns & Marie, we established the project timeline which was exceeded. We are very satisfied with the quality of workmanship and are now enjoying our two (2) bathrooms. Steve & Teresa Martini

December 2, 2024

Comment from CairnsCraft Design & Remodel:

Steve & Teresa, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! It was truly a pleasure working with you both. We’re delighted to hear that you’re enjoying your newly renovated bathrooms and that our team’s communication, craftsmanship, and commitment to your project made the process smooth and enjoyable.

We take great pride in exceeding expectations, and partnering with clients like you makes our work incredibly rewarding. Thank you again for trusting Cairns Craft Design & Remodel with your home—please don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever need anything in the future. We wish you many years of enjoyment in your refreshed spaces!

— The Cairns Craft Design & Remodel Team

Liza Gable-Ferguson

From the day Charles came to present information about CairnsCraft, to the last day of the project when Marie stopped by to give a thank you gift, our experience with Cairns has been fantastic. We had two incredible designers work on our home. Paola and Svetlana both listened carefully to our wishes and worked to create our dream kitchen. Having procured the design, we then had the opportunity to work with the construction team Marie managed. Every step of the way, matters were handled in a timely manner and Marie even managed to finish our project early! The whole experience was a joy - and having done two other kitchen remodels, we know this isn’t always the case! Marie, a master of communication, responded quickly and regularly to any questions or concerns we had. Finally, I have to add that working with Marie as our project manager saved us both time and money. We had a financial issue with the company that delivered our appliances, and on a late Friday afternoon, Marie called her many contacts and helped solve our problem! Thanks to CairnsCraft we now have our dream kitchen in our forever home.

May 23, 2024

Comment from CairnsCraft Design & Remodel:

Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful review! It was truly an honor to be part of creating your dream kitchen, and our entire team is thrilled to hear how positive your experience was from start to finish.

We at CairnsCraft loved working with you. Our designer will be especially grateful to hear how much you valued their creativity and ability to truly listen—collaboration like that is what brings great designs to life. And Marie is delighted that her communication, coordination, and care made the process smooth, transparent, and even enjoyable. Delivering projects on time—and sometimes early—is something we strive for, and we’re so glad that commitment made a difference for you.

We also appreciate your kind words about the behind-the-scenes efforts. We believe our clients should feel supported every step of the way, and we’re happy we could help resolve things quickly so your project stayed on track.

Thank you again for trusting CairnsCraft Design & Remodel with such an important space in your forever home. We’re delighted you’re enjoying your new kitchen, and we’re here for you whenever you’re ready for your next project.

— The CairnsCraft Design & Remodel Team

HU-487926864

They were Wonderful and easy to work with. I Would recommend them to anyone looking to do a remodel in their home

January 8, 2024

Comment from CairnsCraft Design & Remodel:

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you found our team easy to work with and that your remodeling experience was such a positive one. Creating a smooth, enjoyable, and stress-free process for our clients is something we take great pride in, and your feedback truly means a lot to us.

Your recommendation is one of the highest compliments we can receive. It not only encourages our team but also helps future clients feel confident choosing CairnsCraft Design & Remodel for their own home transformations.

Thank you again for trusting us with your project—we loved working with you and are always here whenever you’re ready to take on your next remodel!

— The CairnsCraft Design & Remodel Team

khavranek35

Cairnscraft helped with a remodel project on our floors and kitchen. Their attention to detail was excellent and responsiveness to issues was efficient and appreciated. They kept to the budget and their tracking system was very helpful to manage expenses.

December 31, 2023

Comment from CairnsCraft Design & Remodel:

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you’re pleased with your kitchen, bathroom and flooring remodel. Attention to detail and clear communication are core values for us, so it means a lot to know that you felt supported every step of the way.

We’re especially glad that our responsiveness, budgeting transparency, and tracking system made the process smooth and stress-free for you. Keeping projects on schedule and on budget is something we take great pride in, and our team truly enjoyed bringing your vision to life.

Thank you again for trusting CairnsCraft Design & Remodel with your home. We loved working with you and are here anytime you’re ready for your next project. Your feedback will surely help future clients feel confident choosing our team for their future project!

— The CairnsCraft Design & Remodel Team

Owen Roth

This is the second home renovation project we have done with CairnsCraft and we could not be happier to work with them. Marie and Charles are wonderful to work with -- they are kind, patient, and responsive, and they are very good about communicating over the course of the project. They work with outstanding subcontractors who do beautiful work, and their own employees are terrific. They get the renovations done efficiently, they stick to the budget carefully, and they get good and fair pricing. Our most recent renovation could have taken several months, but they got it done in just a few weeks and the work is impeccable. We have recommended them to many of our friends and will continue to do so, and look forward to working with them in the future on our next home projects.

December 27, 2023

Comment from CairnsCraft Design & Remodel:

Thank you so much for this fantastic review! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear how happy you are with your kitchen, bathroom and flooring remodel. Our team pours a lot of heart into every detail, so it’s incredibly rewarding to know that our craftsmanship and care really shined through for you.

We’re also delighted that our quick responsiveness and budgeting tools helped make the entire process smooth and stress-free. Keeping projects on track—and keeping our clients informed every step of the way—is something we’re truly passionate about.

It was a joy working with you, and we’re grateful you chose CairnsCraft Design & Remodel for your home transformation. Your feedback means the world to us and will absolutely help future clients feel confident putting their homes in our hands.

Thank you again—we can’t wait to work with you on your next project!

— The CairnsCraft Design & Remodel Team

Nicole S.

I absolutely LOVE Marie and Charles. We used them to remodel our La Jolla home after another contractor left us high and dry (and "forgot" to get permits for his work." They came in and re-did what needed to be done at fair, reasonable, and straightforward pricing. They can be trusted with quality and time. CairnsCraft is now my go-to for any work I need done. They built an ADU for me on time and on budget for the same house in La Jolla. We later moved to Rancho Santa Fe, and they did it again, converting a four-car garage and outbuilding into a beautiful 1 bedroom apartment! They made it really sweet, with a kitchenette, bathroom with large tub, and heated floors. It's a little oasis built out of 500 square feet, and adds so much to our home. Thank you Charles & Marie for all that you do!

December 22, 2023

Comment from CairnsCraft Design & Remodel:

Thank you so much for this extraordinary review! Working with you over the years—and across multiple homes—has truly been an honor for our entire team. Clients like you are the reason we love what we do.

We’re thrilled that we were able to step in after your previous contractor left things unfinished and help bring everything up to code, to standard with the transparency, quality, and care you deserved from the start. Knowing that you trusted us again for your La Jolla ADU, and then once more for your beautiful Rancho Santa Fe property, means the world to us. Repeat clients are the greatest compliment we could ever receive.

Transforming your spaces—from the ADU to the garage and outbuilding conversion—has been such a rewarding journey. Hearing how much you love the finished 1-bedroom apartment, complete with the kitchenette, spacious bath, heated floors, and all the thoughtful touches, truly makes our day. Creating that “little oasis” for you is exactly the kind of project that inspires our passion.

Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for your trust, loyalty, and generous words. Charles, Marie, and the whole CairnsCraft Design & Remodel team are always here whenever you need us. Your continued confidence in our work will absolutely help future clients feel assured that they’re in good hands.

We can’t wait to help with whatever you dream up next!

— The CairnsCraft Design & Remodel Team

Vonna Cummins

We worked with CairnsCraft for our kitchen remodel and wholeheartedly recommend working with Charles and Marie. From the design to the final product, our experience was positive! We have a small galley kitchen and pantry area and love the results--both beautiful and functional. Planning, coordination, and communication were always excellent as was attention to detail. Marie and Anne were immediately responsive to any questions. We really liked the scheduling program, so we knew what to expect day to day and week to week. And we finished on time! Thank you!

December 14, 2023Last modified:December 14, 2023

Comment from CairnsCraft Design & Remodel:

Thank you so much for this fantastic review! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear how much you love your new galley kitchen and pantry. Transforming smaller spaces into areas that are both beautiful and highly functional is one of our favorite challenges, and we’re so glad the final result brings you joy every day.

From design through completion, our goal is to deliver a true concierge Design-Build experience—clear communication, thoughtful planning, meticulous craftsmanship, and a smooth, stress-free process. Hearing that you felt supported at every step, and that our coordination and attention to detail stood out, means the world to us. Marie will be especially delighted to know their responsiveness made such a positive impact.

We’re also so happy the scheduling program helped you feel fully informed and confident throughout your remodel. Transparency and consistency are part of the CairnsCraft promise—and finishing on time is the standard we strive for with every project.

Thank you again for trusting Charles, Marie, and the entire CairnsCraft team with your home. Your enthusiasm and recommendation truly help future clients understand the level of care, craftsmanship, and dedication we bring to every remodel.

Enjoy your beautiful new kitchen—we loved creating it for you!

— The CairnsCraft Design & Remodel Team

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Commented: love the bookmatch porcelain slabsWhat space are you renovating in your home?

November 7, 2023

Commented: Hi lovely kitchen where did you purchase the kitchen back splash tilesThank you for contacting us. We purchased the backsplash tile for this kitchen in a local showroom in Dan Diego. San Diego Marble and Tile. Please let us know how we can help you on your remodel proje...

July 11, 2023

Commented: what kind and color of sink is thatThank you for request the information on the sink we used on our project. The sink color is Matte black. Please let us know if you need our help on your project.

June 11, 2023

Commented: What is the manufacturer and name of the blue hex on the wall?We are so glad that you like the project. We invest a significant about of time into our clients projects to make them look the way they do. We have come up with a way that we can provide you the pro...

March 3, 2023

Commented: Where can I find those cabinet pulls?!Thank for contacting us. You can the handles at Top Knobs. They have they selection. Thank you for asking.

June 4, 2022

Commented: where is the chandelier from?Thank you for question. Our client had it and brought to the jobsite. You can also can find it at Blackwhale lighting. Please contact them and mentioned Cairnscraft Refered you to them.

February 4, 2022

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