Designs Anew Houston LLC

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Kitchen & Bath Designers

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20 years in business

Award winning

Published nationally

Houston's Award-Winning Kitchen & Bath Designer | Best of Houzz

Houston's National-Award-winning, accredited Kitchen and Bath Designer, who specializes in easy living design (Universal Design), Accessible Design and Aging in Place. Barb is the President of Designs Anew Houston LLC, an interior design firm specializing in residential kitchen and bath design for remodeling and new construction projects. Designs Anew Houston's main focus is design for all ages, abilities and sizes to live independently and safely. Barb attends national and international conferences where she has taught several classes, as well as has published and been featured in many trade magazine articles. She holds an MFA in Interior Design and is an Adjunct Professor in Interior Design at the Art Institute of Houston since 2015. Barb worked in the new construction industry as a senior designer before starting her own firm. A proud member of the National Kitchen and Bath Association, she has earned the AKBD accreditation and was on the local board of National Kitchen and Bath Association for several years. She is a member of the Greater Houston Builder's Association and the Remodeler's Council. She is a Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS) through the National Association of Home Builders( NAHB) and an allied member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID). Barb has previously served as a member of the Learning Content Sub-Committee of the NAHB Remodelers Board. Welcome our newest addition... our sister company Designs Anew Glass Art. Lift your spirts with beautiful one of a kind custom art pieces. Designs Anew Glass Art creates either finished or custom-ordered fused glass and stained glass works of contemporary dishware, window panels, sidelights for doors, sun-catchers, ornaments, and display items.

Services Provided

3D Rendering, Bathroom Design, Custom Bathroom Vanities, Custom Cabinet Doors, Custom Cabinets, Custom Countertops, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Custom Pantries, Custom Walk-in Closets, Design Consultation, Drafting, Floor Plans, Green Building, Handicap-Accessible Design, Home Additions, Home Extensions, Kitchen Design, Laundry Room Design, Lighting Design, Mudroom Design, Outdoor Kitchen Design, Pantry Design, Sustainable Design, Universal Design, Wine Cellar Design, Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Stained Glass Art

Areas Served

Bacliff, Bay Area Houston, Bayview, Clear Lake Shores, Deer Park, Dickinson, El Lago, Friendswood, Houston, Kemah, La Porte, League City, Nassau Bay, Pasadena, San Leon, Seabrook, Shoreacres, Taylor Lake Village, Texas City, Webster

Awards

Certified Aging in Place Specialist CAPS Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer AKBD '20 Homes for Life, Best in American Living '19 1st Place Master Design '16 4 National 1st Place Awards Best in American Living & Homes for Life Master Design American Residential Design

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15 Projects

Houston, TX

Multi-Award Winner Universal Design Kitchen for accessibility and aging in place

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El Lago, TX

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rrbriggs

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She listened to what we wanted and responded accordingly. I love that she was honest with us about what would work and what would not. Our kitchen is gorgeous and I would highly recommend Barb for any projectRead Full Review

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8 Reviews for Designs Anew Houston LLC

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sherryrkeller

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Barb is a talented, creative and meticulous professional. She designed our aging in place master bath, listened to our needs and created an outstanding plan. We highly recommend her.

September 19, 2021

Comment from Designs Anew Houston LLC:

Sherry - thank you for the kind review! You and Stu were wonderful collaborators who made designing your Master Bath pleasurable as well as rewarding!

Enjoyingretirement

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I found Barb on Houzz in 2017 when my husband and I were planning a major remodel of kitchen end of our house. After living for 30 years in a house built in 1960, we had a good idea of changes we wanted – second sink, double oven, larger pantry, refrigerator drawer, garden window, and enlarge to include an island. We were in our late 60’s and had decided this would be our retirement home, so wanted a design that would allow us to “age in place.” We hired Barb to make sure we “got it right.” Barb’s Universal Design expertise helped ensure adequate and functional walking/working space. She identified a way to incorporate a walk-in pantry. Thanks to Barb’s suggestion, we installed a device in our backdoor that eliminates the need for a threshold – making it easier for someone using a walker or wheelchair to enter. We also consulted with her on our selections for sinks, faucets, tile, light fixtures, cabinet pulls, and paint colors. We were in no hurry (contractors were occupied with Hurricane Harvey repairs), so we met with Barb about once a month on design and selections from late 2017 thru 2018. Then, consulted with her infrequently during construction in 2019. After understanding our needs and priorities, Barb assisted in areas where we requested her expertise. We are very pleased with our finished kitchen and half-bath. Barb has vast experience and is a pleasure to work with. We recommend her.

September 16, 2020

elsa anzalone

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i met Barb a LONG time ago after i bought my house, time frame was in the early 2000's. The rooms were painted an inoffensive white, but, after awhile it was as boring as can be imagined. After a round of foundation work, the white looked more awful since the walls had been repaired. . I wanted to paint, but hadn't a CLUE as to where to start. My contractor (who was doing work on the house) had worked with Barb and recommended my calling her for some assistance. Best move i ever made: we used my love of the southwestern colors to start out in the living and dining rooms, and the rest just went from there. I even have ACCENT WALLS in the kitchen and living room. If not for Barb, i'm sure i'd STILL be sitting there, paint chips surrounding me ,,,,,,,Her help was invaluable and her taste is such that i still LOVE the colors all these years later. A real professional with a great eye!

August 1, 2020

rrbriggs

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Client

Barb was our designer for a major kitchen remodel. She did an outstanding job. The design process was about seven months and the tear down and construction was four months. Throughout this time, Barb was consistently involved and guiding the process. She listened to what we wanted and responded accordingly. I love that she was honest with us about what would work and what would not. Our kitchen is gorgeous and I would highly recommend Barb for any project.

June 7, 2020

Comment from Designs Anew Houston LLC:

Rebecca, thank you for your thoughtful words! Your kitchen is one of my favorite projects and it was a total pleasure working with you and Tim!

Melissa Taldykin

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Barb just helped us with a post-Hurricane Harvey remodel of our entire first floor and did a tremendous job. She was exceptionally professional to work with and was very understanding with our situation. She listened to our needs and offered wonderful guidance without being pushy or overbearing. It was truly a collaborative effort and helped ease what was a very stressful process. We are very very happy with her work and would highly recommend her services.

March 14, 2019

A.Kitchen Design House

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Colleague

I had the pleasure of working with Barb in a number of different ways over the years. Barb and I worked together on a Universal Design Kitchen she designed and I assisted with cabinetry. Barb's knowledge and application of Universal Design is unmatched. I also had the opportunity to serve with Barb on the National Kitchen and Bath Association (Texas Gulf Coast Chapter). At the time Barb served as VP of Professional Development where she helped me obtain my AKBD (Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer) Certification. She is a wonderful college, teacher, and friend. I look forward to working with her again soon and would absolutely recommend her for anyone working on a remodeling project.

November 2, 2015

Comment from Designs Anew Houston LLC:

Thank you for this recommendation, Ashley! I look forward to working with you any time in the future as well!

JP Savage Construction Inc.

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I have had the absolute pleasure of working with Barb over the last few years. She brings the highest level of professionalism, enthusiasm and industry knowledge to all of her clients. Barb takes the time to listen to her client’s and in return the design that goes into your home is a direct result of how she understands your needs. She is constantly educating herself and her colleagues on current styles and products and works well with both contemporary and traditional designs. I highly recommend having Barb involved in your renovation or custom home project!

February 27, 2014

Legal Eagle Contractors

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Barb has extensive Universal Design Training and is "CAPS - certified", so she knows how how to work with my older and special needs clients. I love that. Barb has done a wonderful job for every client we have sent her to. Although I am a design build remodeler, I don't want to be involved in the client's cosmetic selections for tile, stone, paint etc. and Barb has proven to be a whiz at this. Great partner to work with, to custom-fit living spaces to the families so they can live in them safely and independently for many years to come. Dan Bawden, Master Builder

May 6, 2013Last modified:December 15, 2015

Comment from Designs Anew Houston LLC:

Thanks, Dan - working with you and your firm has been a great collaboration!

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Commented: Under-counter microwaveThe microwave as well as the side-opening-door oven are from Bosch. The clients wanted matching appliances and also side opening oven doors, so Bosch was about the only choice that was more reasonabl...

June 11, 2017

Commented: What slip resistant shower pan floor tiles were used?Floor and Décor - floor tile mosaicPor 12x12 Mosaic Tivoli B/A/N Mosaic 2x2

April 25, 2017

Commented: Do you know the dimensions of the bench, including the angled corner?The height is about 19" and the depth is 20". Adequate room for the user and her caregiver.

March 31, 2015

Commented: Where did you find the fold up toilet bars?Thank you, Renovating Soon, for following Designs Anew Houston. If you would like more information about our services, please email bmueller@designsanewhouston.com.

June 16, 2014

Commented: Love the CabinetryThey are cherry cabinets - I think the color is called sienna, though not sure

August 29, 2013

Commented: Love the colors of the tile and appearance of the plumbing fixtures.Sorry for the delay - had to look in my files for the info! The grab bars are Circe by Ginger; the Kohler Forte temperature control valve trim; Alsons Corp. 462 PB C 200 PK and 6302 full spray/pause c...

December 29, 2012

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