How is CairnsCraft Design & Remodel rated?

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

Where does CairnsCraft Design & Remodel provide services?

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

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BEST OF HOUZZ DESIGN 2024 | BEST OF HOUZZ SERVICE 2024 | 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 Since 1990, CairnsCraft Design & Remodel has delighted clients in San Diego and North County by using our expertise in kitchen and bath remodels, home additions, and full remodels to make dreams come true. We understand your home is the center of your universe, and as such, it should reflect your personality and style. As exclusive remodelers, we’d love to work hard to bring new life into your home — to make it uniquely yours. You don’t have to move — let’s take what you have and make it amazing! Go from stale and stodgy to fresh, clean, and exciting. Working from your vision, our award-winning design team will combine imagination and creativity with functionality to make your life easier and more satisfying. A seamless, low-stress construction process ensures a phenomenal, on-budget result. Before you know it, you’ll be ready to welcome your family and friends into a remodeled space of impressive quality and design. Invite us into your home so we can get to know you — and start working on your new space! 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. Give us the opportunity to provide you with an exceptional Home. We at CairnsCraft Design & Remodel use our experience to thoughtfully guide and advise each homeowner throughout the construction process. The result is a project with architectural and design integrity, but also one that articulates Home for each client. We are a Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS) designation, which is a certification developed by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), in collaboration with AARP. Our right Team brings you the finest in results. License#908472 BBB Accredited A+ Rating *Authorized Dura Supreme Cabinetry Dealer* *Authorized Bellmont Cabinetry Dealer*

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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 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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Home Remodeling

Kitchen Remodeling

Home Additions

Bathroom Remodeling

Kitchen Design

Home Extensions

Bathroom Design

Building Design

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

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

Poway

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

Hill Crest San Diego

Mission Hills San Diego

Mission Valley San Diego

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101 Reviews for CairnsCraft Design & Remodel

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4.8

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4.8

Value

4.8

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

Donald Cramb

For my guest bathroom remodel I looked at several different companies, but when I met with Charles of Cairns Craft Design and Remodel I was immediately impressed with his knowledge, honesty and desire to ensure I was comfortable with all aspects of the project before committing. I am extremely happy that I chose to work with Charles and Marie and their phenomenal team. I had a challenging schedule which Marie worked tirelessly to ensure was met. I enjoyed every part of the experience from the design, material selection to the actual construction. Communication is essential with these projects and I cannot commend the team highly enough for their response rate to questions and the daily project management of the job by Marie and Brad. The sub contractors were of the highest quality, and the finished product from design to finish to functionality is superb.

December 12, 2023

Comment from CairnsCraft Design & Remodel:

Thank you so much for sharing your amazing experience! We’re thrilled to hear how much you’re enjoying your newly remodeled guest and primary bathroom. From the very beginning, our goal is to make every client feel confident, informed, and excited about their project, so it’s incredibly rewarding to hear that Charles, Marie, and our team delivered exactly that.

Marie and the entire CairnsCraft crew take great pride in keeping projects on track, maintaining clear communication, and ensuring every detail—big or small—is handled with precision. We’re also delighted that our subcontractors’ craftsmanship and professionalism stood out to you. Creating spaces that are not only beautiful but also functional is what drives our passion, and knowing you’re happy with the final result is the ultimate reward.

Thank you again for trusting us with your home and for recognizing the dedication and care our team brings to every project. Your kind words will help future clients feel confident that CairnsCraft Design & Remodel is a company they can trust to deliver exceptional results with skill, honesty, and excelence!

We loved working with you and hope you enjoy your beautiful guest and primary bathroom for years to come!
We look forward to work on your kitchen renovation next!

— The CairnsCraft Design & Remodel Team

thecocogal

We selected CairnsCraft Design & Remodel after interviewing a few different remodeling firms. We were looking for a solid reputation, a designer that would not give us a cookie-cutter design, and a firm that led with great communication. We relied heavily on the CairnsCraft designer to come up with non-traditional creative solutions taking into account our specific requests for wall removals, addition of storage, etc. She helped us nail down a unique personalized design, and guided us through the selection of materials/finishings knowing we had a specific vision and color palette in mind. Then on the construction side, we were pleased to see the quality of the craftsmanship between all the trades. We also had a few tradespeople of our own that we were able to weave into the project amongst the CairnsCraft teams - which worked out great. Communication was very consistent from the start of the project. The use of an online platform was great to ensure all communications were in one place with photos/videos. They had a team member at the job site consistently thru/out the construction. Their coordination on receipt of materials such as cabinetry, kitchen/bath materials, flooring/tile, etc. was extremely helpful. The project was also completed on schedule so we could move back in prior to the holidays. Overall, we are exceptionally proud of our partnership with CairnsCraft in helping us through our vision to the end result. Our dream home is exceptional, and we couldn't have done it without the CairnsCraft team.

December 12, 2023

Comment from CairnsCraft Design & Remodel:

We’re so excited to hear how happy you are with your dream home! It was an honor to partner with you from concept to completion and help bring your vision to life. From the very beginning, our goal is to provide a truly personalized experience, combining creative design solutions with expert guidance on materials and finishes—and it’s incredibly rewarding to know that our approach resonated with you.

We’re delighted that the quality of craftsmanship, coordination with our tradespeople, and consistent communication helped make the construction process smooth and enjoyable. Using our online platform to keep everything organized, along with having a dedicated team member on-site, ensures every detail is executed with precision—and we’re so glad you found it helpful. Completing the project on schedule so you could move in before the holidays was our pleasure!

Thank you again for trusting CairnsCraft Design & Remodel to bring your vision to life. Your kind words mean so much to us and will help future clients feel confident that our team delivers exceptional results with creativity, skill, and dedication. It was truly a joy working with you, and we hope you enjoy your exceptional home for many years to come!

— 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 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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