Ultimate Designs

Name: Ultimate Designs
Address: 451 Main Street, Placerville, CA, 95667, United States
Telephone: +1 530-903-2229
Rating: 4.8

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7x Best of Houzz winner

Woman owned

Locally owned

Award Winning Kitchen & Bath Design Solutions in El Dorado County

At Ultimate Designs we specialize in creating kitchens, baths and any interior project with unique approaches to working collaboratively with the home or business owner. This approach enables us to really get to the core of what our customers really want for Their space.... a unique space that is suited for them and how they use it. Because we specialize in kitchens and we are avid cooks ourselves, we know how to make your space function for how you cook as well as how to make it your own unique and custom style. We work with CAD so you can see 3D pictures of your proposed designs before any construction work starts. Planning is key to running a smooth project that stays on budget and on time. Even if you are planning a DIY remodel, we can be hired as a design and project consultant to save you from costly mistakes and so you don't end up saying "I wish I had thought of that" when you're all done. Come visit our new design center in Placerville! We have custom and semi custom Cabinets, furniture vanities by Fairmont, back splash tile, quartz counters, decorative sinks by Thompson Traders, unique cabinet hardware, and we have now added kitchen goods like dinnerware, bar ware, cookware etc, to our new showroom. Give me a call. I look forward to discussing your project to see how I might be of help to you. I have been a credentialed designer for 35 years. As well as specializing in Kitchen & Bath designs, I do architectural design work for additions, architectural detail, small home design and Hospitality design work. My work in the residential, hospitality, theatre, stage, TV & Film industries have all lent to my vast array of style abilities. Visit my website www.UltimateDesignKitchens.com to see some more of my work, details on what we can provide and how the process works. The new showroom address is 492 Main st. downtown Placerville, Ca 95667 I hope to talk with you soon. **Authorized Crystal, Medallion Hayden Bay and Matinno Living cabinet Dealer

Services Provided

3D Rendering, Basement Design, 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, Project Management, Sustainable Design, Universal Design, Vanity Installation, Wine Cellar Design, Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Tile Installation, Commercial & Hospitality design

Areas Served

Cameron Park, Camino, Coloma, Diamond Springs, El Dorado, Lotus, Placerville, Shingle Springs, Pollock Pines, Apple HIll, Greater Sacramento area, Folsom, Granite Bay, El Dorado Hills, Lake Tahoe

Awards

BA in Design from San Francisco State University Emmy Award winning designer Best of Houzz 2012-2018 NKBA Member

33 Projects

Andreason kitchen

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The May Building Boutique Apartments

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Davidson Dodecagon kitchen

Berkeley Whole house redesign

Berkeley, CA

Billerbeck kitchen

New Home construction Lake Tahoe Rustic

Tahoe, CA

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Business Name

Ultimate Designs

Phone Number

+1 530-903-2229

Website

www.ultimatedesignkitchens.com/

Address

451 Main Street
#3
Placerville, CA 95667

Typical Job Cost

$40,000 - $120,000

Above costs are for total construction and cabinets costs (not my fees). Call for design fees as they vary by project.

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Featured Review

Lisa McCargar

Jenny's creativity is amazing! She took a vague concept and transformed our restaurant into the welcoming, historic feel we wanted. Her space-planning abilities are also terrific. We highly recommend Jenny to work on your next project, big or small.Read Full Review

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28 Reviews for Ultimate Designs

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Lisa McCargar

22 November 2019

Lisa Morgan

super talented with an eye to the details- we have been really happy to have Jenny design our new kitchen, we gave her a bunch of problems to solve in our historic home- she was able to advise us on construction issues and developed a completely new kitchen, solving the problems in the existing kitchen, entry and bedroom- creating a beautiful new space-

18 November 2019

Bonnie Kelley

Couldn't have done it without Jenny from Ultimate Designs! She helps coordinate the project with the construction company--taking the stress off the home owner. She over sees the deliveries that she's ordered. That in-itself is worth the price (which is very reasonable). She listens to the home owners wants--yea! Her drawings of each room in the house (that is being remodeled) really helps the home owner get the idea of what is expected and how it will look. Her knowledge about kitchen layouts is fantastic. So glad I listened to her advice on cabinet placement. My advice--Don't start a project without Ultimate Designs; you'll be so glad you did. :)

2 December 2017Last modified: 4 December 2017

joan8236

She really helped me conceptually design my bathroom remodel, stretching my personal limits to the point of seeing something I hadn’t seen before as far as design and it worked out beautifully and I am really glad that we went with her design ideas and concepts, as they are both functional and very beautiful at the same time. She can assess a situation in a short period of time and provide timely responses avoiding heavy design fees that are a waste of time for consumers.

7 March 2016

The bloom project

Jenny has both a great eye and an understanding of budgets, which is to say she can make things look great while spending a lot less than other designers would have you spend. I've done 3 projects with her so far, all a bit different in terms of scope and style, and all have turned out splendidly.

22 February 2016

Comment from Ultimate Designs:

Thanks for the thumbs up Eric!
Cheers, and here's to many more!

Colleen Carter

Jenny completed a kitchen remodel design for us last month. She strikes the right balance of listening and suggesting, the creative and the practical. Her process and use of tools make the design "come alive" so you can really get a feel for your completed project. She is experienced, knowledgeable, easy to work with and responsive. I recommend her highly for any home design project.

10 February 2016

Comment from Ultimate Designs:

Thanks Colleen! It was a pleasure meeting and working with you too!

Cheers!

dorud100

Jenny helped us with the complete redesigning of our kitchen, master bathroom, living room and outdoor area. She is great to work with, super-knowledgeable and a very good listener. She incorporated absolutely all our wishes and needs, she has great connections and introduced us to contractors and subs. The projects went without a glitch and we couldn't be happier with Jenny and the outcome of the project. We have some other projects with our house (complete house remodel) and we wouldn't think of anyone better to tackle the job. Jenny and her team are absolutely outstanding. Use them and you won't be disappointed!

13 November 2015

Comment from Ultimate Designs:

Hi Doru & Val, I just saw this... Thank you for the kind words. You two were a delight to work with and I am so glad you are happy with everything. I need to come get pictures! I think the kitchen might win some awards! So unique!
Thanks again.
Cheers!

sd293

Jenny helped us remodel our old kitchen, and we are delighted with the results. She had lots of ideas, but was very respectful of our plans and wishes. She helped us solve problems that we didn't even realize were problems! She has tradespeople she recommends and we are very happy with the work they did. She was fun to work with. If we ever remodel our bathrooms I would hire her again in an instant.

10 November 2015

Comment from Ultimate Designs:

Thanks so much Sue! It was a pleasure working with you guys and I am so glad you are enjoying your new kitchen. I really need to get out there to take those pictures and get your kitchen on my Houzz project list. I just got so busy and don't get out that way very often. I will attempt to fit it in my schedule one day soon.
Again, It was a pleasure!
Cheers

cacandtmc

I am remodeling my kitchen and needed help with the most efficient and useful placement of appliances, cabinets, etc. She had very useful ideas about how to handle what I thought were hard situations, such as lighting and making the most of cabinet space. Jenny listened to my needs and offered appropriate ideas. She was cost aware and had many original ideas.

3 November 2015

Comment from Ultimate Designs:

Thanks Carol, I hope your project turns out great! Let me know when the cabinets are done and if you need any help with surfaces or colors. I really enjoyed working with you, short and sweet as it was.
Cheers!

karen6181

Jenny has helped us with two different projects, the first was a kitchen design. The space in our kitchen was challenging but with Jenny's help it turned out amazing, even the custom cabinet builder commented on the creativity of the design. Jenny also helped us to design 1,600 sq ft. of deck space, we are very excited about the design and are in the middle of having the project bid by local contractors. Karen & Bruce

25 October 2014

Comment from Ultimate Designs:

Thanks Karen! I was just thinking about calling you to see how things are going.
It was a pleasure meeting you both and working with you to design these two new spaces.
Cheers!

lorihana

Very professional, Is always in contact with updates, Easy to talk too. Listens to your visions and works well to get it on paper for you to see. I am enjoying working with this company.

7 October 2014

Comment from Ultimate Designs:

Thanks Lori, I really have enjoyed working with you as well.
Cheers!

gangerdr

We found Jenny on the internet. We were looking for a certified kitchen planner to help us renovate a relatively small kitchen that had not been updated since the house was built in the mid '60's. The traffic pattern was inefficient and storage was inadequate. We tasked Jenny with designing a kitchen that had an efficient layout and expanded storage. This was a tall order in the existing space as we did not want to change the footprint of the house or lose any space in the adjoining rooms. Jenny did a magnificent job of creating a kitchen that was much more efficient and had significantly more storage space, and that was in keeping with the character of our home. Our new kitchen feels more spacious and is far easier to work in. We found Jenny very easy to work with and responsive to our requirements. We went through several iterations before we arrived at a final plan. Her experience and training in kitchen design were invaluable in assisting us to understand and make good decisions on design details. The result was a kitchen that met all of our needs and we absolutely love it. We would not hesitate to use Jenny in any future remodeling projects.

7 October 2014

Comment from Ultimate Designs:

Thanks Dave & Gail! I am so glad you are happy and love your new space. I enjoyed meeting both of you and getting to know you. The process was seamless, I thought.
I look forward to a visit to photograph the project.
Cheers!

rydzalot

Jenny helped me with my great room. She was able to come up with a concept and sketch it right on the spot and that was a great help to me. She is meticulous with her measurements and has a great eye for proportion. She not only listened but heard me! She understands and knows how to stay within a budget. She was very responsive, easy to work with and always returned my calls. I would absolutely recommend her to others and use her myself again. In every way I was very pleased with Jenny.

7 October 2014

Comment from Ultimate Designs:

Thanks Caryn! it was fun and enjoyable working with you as well. Call anytime for your next project.

Belinfa Cappelli

Jenny is a gem! I'd been wanting to update my 1970's kitchen since I moved into my house, but couldn't quite visualize how I wanted it to look. I finally called Jenny, and she provided the inspiration and ideas that I needed! In addition to knowing her materials and being a great designer, she's also very creative! We were able to incorporate a number of artistic and unique details into the kitchen and were confident that it would all fit and work together. She was always available and responsive when I had questions, took me shopping, and introduced us to a number of great sources for materials and contractors. We saved a lot of money using her Designer's discount and connections. She really took ownership of our project like it was her own kitchen and went above and beyond the call of duty on a number of occasions. We were so happy with the results that we also had her help us layout and consult with us on our vacation rental this past year. It was an even bigger project that included opening up the kitchen to the living space, a built in settee/dining area, re-opening the front porch that had been enclosed, designing a stackable washer and dryer closet, relaying out one bathroom and converting an office space into a second bath and all with very little room to work with! We highly recommend Jenny for her talent and enthusiasm! You'll love working with her!

7 October 2014

Comment from Ultimate Designs:

Wow, Belinda thanks so much! I didn't have the before and after pictures you put in here! But I only see the "before " picture of the sink wall. Do you have more pictures you can put up here or send me so I can put them in my projects?
Maybe we should put some of the vacation rental before and afters as well.
I have really enjoyed all the time we spent together and enjoyed meeting you and your family in the process. Thank you once again. It was a ton of fun!

Nancy

While I don't doubt that Jenny is a talented designer, her level of professionalism leaves much to be desired. I would expect that when hiring a designer they would work with you as you gain information that can and will change design elements. In my case it had to do with the cost associated with moving a kitchen drain in our concrete slab. When given that information to Jenny, her response was, and I quote, "Hi Nancy. I don't have time right now to go into the details of how I think you should proceed and why you feel your wheels are spinning with no progress." She then went on into a lengthy e-mail about her services rendered which were never in question, and which seemed to be regarding a $165.00 bill that was outstanding. I had never disputed the bill and it was paid promptly. When talking to a friend of mine who's an architect she assumed that perhaps my designer had gotten upset that I had talked to a contractor that had highlighted the cost of drilling through our slab to sink the new drain. Regardless of the cause, I would steer clear of Jenny as one would assume that issues will arise in any remodel but when they do you one hopes to be treated in a respectful and professional manner. Jenny was paid in full, but the working relationship left me with a horrible taste in my mouth......

23 September 2014

tonicullenbarr

We hired Jenny to do our kitchen, and bathrooms when we lost our home to a fire. After we started with her, we realized we were way over our heads with the whole design process. Jenny took over and finished our home with beautiful products we would never have seen or thought of. Our home is now our sanctuary, and we have Jenny and her creative mind to thank for that. From the granite, to our luxurious steam shower, we are very thankful. Toni Cullen Barr

31 December 2013Last modified: 2 January 2014

Goode Wood Creation

I worked with Jenny on a kitchen remodel, she spent a lot of time with the customer and added some signature details to the project. I am sure the customers are very happy with the kitchen, and will enjoy it for years to come.

23 December 2013Last modified: 26 December 2013

mrshilbert

Jenny Levitsky of Design 29, designed a new kitchen for us. She came up with an incredible design. Helped us find the exact piece of granite for the counters. She made maximum use of the space. We could not be happier. Debra Hilbert

21 December 2013Last modified: 23 December 2013

Tami Loughlin

A joy to work with!! Took our checklist of wishes and made our dreams come true!! We love our beautifully designed and uber functional kitchen. Thank you Jenny, you are the best!!

19 December 2013Last modified: 20 December 2013

User

Jenny was great to work with. We did a large Teak cabinet project in Beverly Hills with over 80 individual cabinets and vanities. It came out beautiful and the customer was thrilled thanks to Jennys great design sense and ability to do hand drawings. Very easy to work with and definitely on top of her game.

19 December 2013Last modified:5 days ago

camplema

Finding Jenny was the best investment we made for our new kitchen. Her design process was relaxing as we talked through the cooking issues from our old kitchen. We knew the style we liked, but also wanted a cooking space functional enough to grow old with. That is where Jenny excelled; she listened, suggested and then rendered the final plans. Those plans contained all the spec information we needed to help us shop around for product estimates. A year later, I still love how easy and logical it is to cook in our new kitchen. Sometime in our future, she will be designing our living room remodel as well.

26 November 2013Last modified: 19 December 2013

Comment from Ultimate Designs:

Thanks Heather. I enjoyed the process with you as well, and look forward to your living room project too.

Bertha Mitchel

I am impressed with the expertise and creative design ideas that Ultimate Designer, Jenny Levitsky shared with us in the designing process of our kitchen remodel. She knows what I need and what I like and incorporated them all in the final design with suggestions as needed. I highly recommend that anyone thinking of a remodel to hire an independent designer who has extensive knowledge of not only designs but is knowledgable of all new products and materials to be used in the remodel.

25 November 2013Last modified: 2 December 2013

Comment from Ultimate Designs:

Thanks Bertha, I know this review was before we even started breaking ground on your project. I hope you still feel the same now that your beautiful kitchen remodel is done. Enjoy!

kams1

I highly recommend Jenny Levitsky of Ultimate Designs as your designer of choice. I guarantee you will have the kitchen of your dreams!!! Our kitchen was a very 80’s galley kitchen that we desperately wanted updated. Jenny presented several new layout options through her CAD drawings--several of which we had never thought about that completely opened up our kitchen. I noticed right away that Jenny was looking around our house, trying to get a feel for our tastes. She researched floor tile (we chose a beautiful slate), backsplash material, plumbing, lighting, and appliance options to help us achieve the look we were going for. Jenny is willing to do as much or as little work as the client desires. We ended up with a kitchen that is “totally us”. Jenny is the complete package……she brought us a wonderful general contractor who did quality work at a very reasonable price. Even though he was supposed to be “the boss”, Jenny really acted as a GC throughout the entire project—being the buffer for any issues that came up, especially with the vendors......and keeping everyone on schedule. Jenny went toe to toe with some of the vendors to make sure that we were supported and items that were promised were delivered to our satisfaction. Every issue was rectified in our favor. She puts client needs above that of the contractor or the vendors that she deals with on a regular basis. Jenny’s prices were quite reasonable for the outstanding service that was delivered. We started the project wanting a “budget kitchen” and Jenny was able to provide ideas that were money saving. As we dove deeper into the project, we decided to expand our pocket book in order to create a more upscale kitchen than we had originally envisioned and Jenny helped us find the “best bang for the buck”. The final product looks like a high end kitchen remodel, however, it was completed within a mid-range price. Jenny will be my first and only choice for any future remodeling in our home.

25 November 2013Last modified: 15 January 2014

Comment from Ultimate Designs:

Thanks so much Kelly & Mike! The process was enjoyable and I feel so lucky to have met you both. I think your new kitchen looks great!

Kathy Gigante Jackson

In January of 2013 we did not know where to turn for our kitchen remodel. I googled El Dorado County Kitchen Designers and up came a list of names. I chose Jenny from Ultimate Designs and gave her a call. We set an appointment to meet at our home and we knew instantly when we met her that she was the one. She was all about function and design. She worked with us on each and every detail all along the way. Our kitchen turned out fabulous and more than we imagined. Every one who sees it says it is fantastic. Is it functional, oh ya! If we had it to do over again we would hire Jenny from Ultimate Designs. In fact we plan on doing so for our upcoming master bath remodel. Rock on Jenny! Keith & Kathy Jackson

25 November 2013Last modified: 19 December 2013

bjgutz51

Jenny helped me with various projects as we built our new home. She is a good listener, captured the idea I had imagined, and came up with multiple options. Jenny is honest and fair. She doesn't put things off but wants to get the job done. Her recommendations for local professionals who could complete our projects well, were very helpful. She was simply a pleasure to work with. BJG

22 November 2013Last modified: 2 December 2013

Comment from Ultimate Designs:

Thanks Barb. You were a pleasure to work with as well. I hope you enjoy your new home.

dschwam

We've worked with Jenny on many occasions and have been thrilled with the results of each. Most recently, she did all of the design work on a new home were building in Tahoma -- literally everything. The architect handed over a set of plans and Jenny chose all of the finishes to make the home an incredible Tahoe rustic-contemporary retreat. She nailed it for us, using numerous creative finishes to allow the house to stand out from most everything else in the area. She's converted run down old cottages into transitional luxury homes, given 70's condos a wonderful urban contemporary feel and turned boring typical tract homes into stylish, updated places that are the envy of the neighborhood. Jenny always listens carefully to our goals and does her best achieve them while respecting our budget. When the work is done, it is BEAUTIFUL, and when we sell the places, they always bring top dollar fast!

28 May 2013Last modified: 8 October 2014

Comment from Ultimate Designs:

Thanks David! Thank you for continuing to send projects my way. I love that each and every house we do, can be different and that you do not want to do any cookie cutter designs to save money. Thanks so much ! It's been a ton of fun!

hangtowntexan

Jenny helped us create a beautiful master bedroom suite by combining two bedrooms with an existing small bathroom. She had no trouble visioning what we wanted with a minimum of structural work and created the drawings for permits in a very timely manner. Savings on the structural and foundation work left more money for fixtures and finishes. Everyone who sees the house loves what she did for us. The new blends in with the old so well, it looks as though the house was originally built that way. We highly recommend Jenny and Ultimate Designs for your kitchen or bathroom remodeling project.

12 April 2012Last modified: 2 December 2013

sandraraley

Jenny is a tremendous visionary. She not only listens but she helped me develop my own ideas. She is extremely thoughtful, patient and respectful of my concepts. She was always mindful of cost, offering many different alternatives with different price points. She is an excellent communicator and was an amazing asset throughout the entire build process. Her knowledge of materials and products is far beyond what I ever expected. Jenny gave me a kitchen that was more than I ever could have wished for!

23 March 2012Last modified: 2 December 2013

Comment from Ultimate Designs:

Thanks sweety! Sorry it took me this long to reply. I only realized I could a short while back and then I didn't go back and reply to older reviews. Anyway, you are just so sweet and I thoroughly loved working on all the projects in your home. I look forward to seeing you soon!

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Commented: Cabinet qualityHi Tiffany. Well, because inset doors can get out of alignment easier than full overlay, and when they do, they rub on the face frame. This can cause chipping if the finish is not a really good bake...

29 August 2017

Commented: What style Yorktown cabinets are these?You know what? Upon close inspection, I realize that these are not Yorktowne cabinets, they are Medallions Platinum inset cabinets. If you are still interested in the door style, reply back and I will...

4 May 2017

Commented: What color are these cabinets?Hi Aly, These cabinets were stained onsite with a custom mix. I am sorry that I won't be able to give you the name of a color, however, you can go to www.yorktownecabinetry.com and look in the Inspir...

19 February 2016

Commented: What colour paint did you use for the ceiling? ThanksIt is a Sherwin Williams color SW 7036. I usually use the same color on the ceiling but I have them do a 50% lighter version of the same color. Your paint store will know what that means. They use 50%...

20 January 2016

Commented: what hood range is thisHi Barb, I think this was a Whirlpool hood. Here is the link: Good luck with your project! Whirlpool hood

21 October 2015

Commented: Can you please tell me the color of the lighter colored cabinets?Hello. The color of the light cabinets is a Yorktowne and Medallion color called Harbor Mist. It comes in two different specialty finishes...either in a sheer or Coastal finish. If you are close to t...

19 October 2015

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