Custom Kitchens by Design

Custom Kitchens by Design Improving your quality of life, one room at a time! Call: 301-934-8700 www.customkitchens.com

Custom Kitchens by Designs provides kitchen designs, kitchen installations, bathroom designs and pantry designs to the La Plata, MD area.

WE PLACED IN THE LA PLATA SCARECROW CONTEST! 🏆💀🎉Huge news! Thanks to your amazing support and votes, Custom Kitchens By ...
10/20/2026

WE PLACED IN THE LA PLATA SCARECROW CONTEST! 🏆💀🎉

Huge news! Thanks to your amazing support and votes, Custom Kitchens By Design took home 3rd Place for Team Spirit in the Town of La Plata’s official scarecrow contest! 🥉✨

Out of almost 3,000 votes, our "Grave Consequences Construction" skeleton made the Top 10 People's Choice list overall! 💀📋

Shoutout to all the local businesses and organizations who made downtown La Plata look so fun and spooky this season.

🎃 Bonus: If you haven't seen our hardworking skeleton in person yet, he’ll still be out on our lawn for the Trick or Treat Trail this Saturday, October 24th (12–3 PM)! Stop by, take a picture, and say hi!

Thank you to everyone who voted and supported us! 💙




Earthy Elegance for Mood Board Monday! 🌿🕯️✨Say hello to modern neutral perfection! This week’s mood board blends soft ta...
10/19/2026

Earthy Elegance for Mood Board Monday! 🌿🕯️✨

Say hello to modern neutral perfection! This week’s mood board blends soft taupe tones, bold black accents, and warm organic textures for a space that feels effortlessly chic and deeply welcoming.

The Design Breakdown:

🪨 Cabinetry: Mantra Cabinets featuring the Omni door style in the sophisticated Mineral finish—a rich, versatile greige tone that adds subtle warmth to clean shaker lines.

🖤 Fixtures & Hardware: Sleek matte black gooseneck faucet and matching bar pull hardware, bringing sharp, contemporary contrast to the soft neutral palette.

🪵 Textures & Surfaces: A rustic wooden orb chandelier, chevron wood-look flooring, and a bold botanical leaf wallpaper pattern that ties organic nature right into the design.

🧱 Backsplash & Stone: Classic off-white subway tile paired with light, sweeping quartz veining for a clean, timeless finish.

Whether you’re updating a cozy townhome kitchen or giving a bath space a spa-like feel, Mantra’s Mineral finish is the ultimate neutral anchor! Are you loving greige/taupe neutrals for 2026, or do you prefer classic crisp white? Let us know in the comments! 👇

📍 Visit our La Plata showroom to explore Mantra door samples up close and build your custom palette with our design team! ☕...

"Part of Your World" — Seaside Castle Edition! 🧜‍♀️🏰🌊Look at this kitchen... isn’t it neat? This week’s Princess Set set...
10/15/2026

"Part of Your World" — Seaside Castle Edition! 🧜‍♀️🏰🌊

Look at this kitchen... isn’t it neat? This week’s Princess Set sets sail for Prince Eric’s coastal castle, where Ariel is enjoying life on land while keeping her heart connected to the deep blue sea!

The Princess Palette Breakdown:

🌊 Cabinetry & Island: Crisp white perimeter cabinets paired with a light, airy island that overlooks the water, capturing that breezy, sunlit seaside castle vibe.

🦪 Statement Details: Bold ocean-blue quartz with dramatic white veining, gold fixtures, and a whimsical seashell pendant light with soft pink glass.

🐚 Coastal Charm: An elegant, fluted apron-front farmhouse sink matched with brushed gold hardware—plus plenty of drawer space to store all your favorite "dinglehoppers" and "snarfblatts"!

✨ The Vibe: Elegant coastal luxury with a splash of mermaid magic. Bright, open, and full of ocean breeze!

You don't have to trade your voice to Ursula to get the kitchen of your dreams—our design team is right here in La Plata ready to help you explore every option! 🧜‍♀️✨

Who should be our next Disney Princess featured in the Mood Board series? Let us know in the comments! 👇📍 Custom Kitchens By Design — La Plata Showroom ☕
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The Small Feature That Makes a HUGE Impact! ✨ Backsplash Edition 📐 TileIf cabinets are the body of your kitchen and coun...
10/14/2026

The Small Feature That Makes a HUGE Impact! ✨ Backsplash Edition 📐 Tile

If cabinets are the body of your kitchen and countertops are the crown, the backsplash is the jewelry that ties the whole room together!

Often treated as an afterthought, choosing the right backsplash tile can completely elevate a space from classic white to an absolute custom showstopper:

✨ Visual Interest & Texture: A geometric pattern—like the stunning starburst mosaic in this crisp white kitchen—adds depth and personality without overpowering your clean white cabinets or marble quartz veining.

🎨 Pulls Details Together: Notice how the subtle metallic accents in the tile tie directly into the warm brass hardware, pot filler, and range k***s? That’s the power of intentional design!

🧼 Function Meets Beauty: Beyond looking incredible, a full-height tile backsplash protects your walls from cooking splatters, steam, and everyday wear, making cleanup effortless.

Whether you're leaning toward intricate patterned tile, classic subway, or a seamless full-slab quartz backsplash, it's the one element that lets your personal style shine.

What’s your go-to backsplash style—bold & patterned, or clean & simple? Let us know in the comments! 👇

📍 Visit our La Plata showroom to browse our tile, cabinet, and countertop displays side-by-side and curate your perfect match! ☕

Steal The Look: Cozy Autumn Style Meets Kitchen Design! 🍂🧥🥑Who says your wardrobe and your kitchen can’t share the same ...
10/13/2026

Steal The Look: Cozy Autumn Style Meets Kitchen Design! 🍂🧥🥑

Who says your wardrobe and your kitchen can’t share the same relaxed, effortlessly cool energy?

When the weather turns crisp, nothing feels better than throwing on a cozy flannel shirt, warm knit beanie, distressed denim, and sturdy leather boots. And if that cozy, earthy outfit had a cabinet twin, this would be it!

Get the Look Breakdown:

🥑 The Star: Fabuwood Cabinetry Galaxy door in Pistachio Green—a soft, muted sage tone that feels earthy, grounded, and timeless.

🪵 The Accents: Warm leather textures, cognac boots, and mustard plaid hues that pair seamlessly with rich wood tones, matte black hardware, or natural quartz.

✨ The Vibe: Relaxed, boho-chic, and perfectly cozy for fall living in Southern Maryland!

Just like your favorite go-to autumn outfit, a well-designed green kitchen brings instant comfort, warmth, and balance to your home.

Are you a fan of bringing natural green hues into your home design, or do you prefer sticking to neutral cabinetry? Drop a 🥑 or a ☕ in the comments below!

📍 Stop by our La Plata showroom to see the Fabuwood Galaxy Pistachio finish in person and start building your own signature kitchen style!

Cozy Cottagecore Dreams for Mood Board Monday! 🦊🍂🌾Step into a warm, storybook sanctuary where nature-inspired textures a...
10/12/2026

Cozy Cottagecore Dreams for Mood Board Monday! 🦊🍂🌾

Step into a warm, storybook sanctuary where nature-inspired textures and rich organic finishes take center stage! This week’s mood board brings the viral Cottagecore aesthetic straight into the heart of the modern kitchen.

The Palette Breakdown:

🪵 Cabinetry: Fabuwood Cabinetry Luna door style in the rich, earthy Truffle stain. The smooth wood grain creates an instantly cozy, grounded feel.

🪙 Hardware: Berenson Hardware featuring the Echo K**b and Dierdra Pull, both in a gorgeous Oil Rubbed Bronze finish that adds rustic vintage character.

🌿 The Vibe: Botanical acorn wallpaper accents, framed woodland art, vintage-inspired glass lighting, and warm marble veining paired with herringbone flooring. It’s warm, inviting, and feels like a gentle hug at the end of the day!

Whether you’re baking homemade bread or brewing morning tea, this cottagecore layout proves that rustic charm can still feel sleek and sophisticated.

Are you loving the warm wood-stained trends this fall, or are you painted cabinetry all the way? Tell us in the comments!

👇📍 Visit our La Plata showroom to explore Fabuwood samples, hold Berenson hardware options in your hand, and build your dream mood board with us! ☕

Say Goodbye to the Pot Lid Avalanche! 🍳💥Is there anything more frustrating than getting on your hands and knees, reachin...
10/09/2026

Say Goodbye to the Pot Lid Avalanche! 🍳💥

Is there anything more frustrating than getting on your hands and knees, reaching into the deep dark depths of a base cabinet, only to trigger a loud metal avalanche of pots and pans? 😅

If your cookware setup feels more like a game of Jenga, a pull-out pot and lid rack accessory is about to become your favorite kitchen upgrade.

Here’s why our clients are obsessed with adding this pull-out organizer to their cabinetry:

🍳 Glides Right to You: Heavy pots, pans, and frying skillets hang or sit securely on heavy-duty sliding tracks that bring everything straight out into the light with zero awkward bending.

🧩 Dedicated Lid Storage: No more searching for that one missing lid! Built-in top racks keep lids standing upright and organized right above their matching pots.

🤫 Quiet & Clutter-Free: Soft-close glides eliminate the loud clanking, protect your non-stick cookware from scratches, and keep your counters completely clear.

It’s small functional details like these that turn a pretty kitchen into a absolute joy to cook in every single day! 👨‍🍳✨

Which kitchen cabinet frustration are you ready to solve next? Tell us in the comments! 👇

📍 Stop by our La Plata showroom to test out our pull-out storage accessories in person and feel the smooth glides for yourself! ☕

THIS OR THAT: The Ultimate Soda Showdown! 🔴🔵🥤Let's take a quick break from cabinet finishes, backsplash tile, and quartz...
10/08/2026

THIS OR THAT: The Ultimate Soda Showdown! 🔴🔵🥤

Let's take a quick break from cabinet finishes, backsplash tile, and quartz countertops for the most controversial question you can ask in a kitchen…When you open the fridge for a crisp, cold soda:

❤️ THIS: Classic Coca-Cola

💙 THAT: Pepsi

Are you team Red or team Blue? Or are you holding out for a secret third option like Dr Pepper or Sweet Tea?

😉Cast your vote in the comments below!

👇📍 Stop by our La Plata showroom to talk design (or debate soda choices—we won't judge your pick!). ☕

Some Trends Never Go Out of Style... They Just Get Better! 💚⏳✨Proof that great design always comes back around! Take a l...
10/08/2026

Some Trends Never Go Out of Style... They Just Get Better! 💚⏳✨

Proof that great design always comes back around! Take a look at the classic 1950s retro kitchen compared to one of our modern display setups—the iconic mint/sage green hue is still making hearts flutter decades later!

While appliance technology and door profiles evolve, the core elements of a welcoming, functional home stay surprisingly the same:

🎨 Timeless Color Palettes: Muted greens, soft teals, and earthy undertones have always brought a sense of fresh, calming energy to home spaces.

🚪 Glass-Front Accents: Upper cabinets with textured or clear glass inserts were a staple in retro design, and they remain a go-to trick today for breaking up solid cabinetry and displaying favorite pieces.

🛠️ Dedicated Work Zones: Whether it was a 1950s chrome breakfast diner nook or a sleek modern laundry and prep station, organizing life around custom built-ins never goes out of fashion!

Trends might cycle through the decades, but quality craftsmanship and clever storage are forever.

What’s a retro feature from back in the day that you’d love to see make a comeback in modern homes? Drop your thoughts below!

👇📍 Visit our La Plata showroom to explore our modern takes on classic cabinetry finishes and find a style that stands the test of time! ☕

Meet the newest (and spookiest) addition to the CKD team! 💀🎃We’re officially entered in the Town of La Plata Scarecrow C...
10/07/2026

Meet the newest (and spookiest) addition to the CKD team! 💀🎃

We’re officially entered in the Town of La Plata Scarecrow Contest, and our guy is out on the lawn working hard… or at least trying to! He is located at the intersection of Centennial and St. Mary's Avenue!

As you can see from his clipboard, his job status is currently:
🔲 Cabinets

🔲 Countertops

🔲 Backsplash

☑️ CLIENT CHANGED MIND AGAIN… 💀

Hey, we get it! Choosing between cabinet door styles and quartz veining can take a toll on a body—sometimes you just turn into a skeleton waiting on that final decision! 😉 (Don't worry, our human designers are much faster and way less scary to work with!)

🎃 Help us win the Town of La Plata Contest!

Be sure to keep an eye out for him while driving through town, drop a vote for Custom Kitchens By Design if you love a good remodeling joke, and leave a 💀 in the comments to give our scarecrow some moral support! Click this link to cast your vote for the creepy contractor!

https://forms.monday.com/forms/1519a41a5c44af0dd6842ea81917cf62?r=use1

📍 Stop by our La Plata showroom to make your design choices before you end up like our friend out there ☕

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6750 Crain Highway #E
La Plata, MD
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