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Lake Forest, Illinois

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Transforming Lake Forest Homes with Expert Kitchen Design

Kitchen Design Partners brings world-class kitchen remodeling to Lake Forest, an elite lakefront city with historic estates, prestigious institutions, and an award-winning Market Square shopping district. Homeowners throughout East Lake Forest, the Onwentsia area, and the Westleigh Road corridor choose us because we combine creative design vision with meticulous project execution, ensuring every renovation exceeds expectations.

Living in a one of Chicago’s most storied affluent suburbs, combining historic grandeur with natural lakefront beauty means your home reflects a certain standard. Our team understands that a kitchen remodel in Lake Forest is more than an upgrade — it is an investment in how you live, entertain, and connect with family. We bring the same level of care and sophistication to every project, from concept to completion.

Trusted Kitchen Remodeling Experts Serving Lake Forest

Design a Kitchen That Reflects Your Lake Forest Lifestyle

Decades of Craftsmanship Dedicated to Lake Forest Homeowners

Elevate Your Lake Forest Home with Modern Kitchen Design

Bring Your Kitchen Vision to Life in Lake Forest

At Kitchen Design Partners, we know that selecting the right materials is one of the most exciting parts of a kitchen remodel. For Lake Forest homeowners, we offer an extensive collection of countertop options including granite, marble, quartz, and butcher block, each chosen for its beauty and durability. Our showroom in nearby Northbrook makes it easy to see and touch every option before you decide.

Beyond countertops, we guide you through flooring, backsplash, cabinetry hardware, and lighting selections that bring cohesion to your entire kitchen design. With Lake Forest being home to Market Square, one of the first planned shopping centers in the nation, and Lake Forest College, we take special care to design kitchens that complement the architectural character of homes in this area.

Your Dream Kitchen Awaits in Lake Forest

A Rewarding Kitchen Design Journey for Lake Forest Residents

Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

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Kitchen Design Partners4.8

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Barbara Michaelides

1 week ago

We hired Nancy and her team at Kitchen Design Partners to prepare the lead plans to update and remodel our kitchen, breakfast, laundry and mud rooms. Because we redesigned so many rooms, Nancy and her team devoted significant time and energy to create a cohesive design that maintained the integrity of each room. KDP really got to know our preferences during the process. The team was very thoughtful and did an excellent job transforming our rooms, making each more functional and beautiful. KDP really understands kitchen design principles and guided us through several iterations of the plans until we settled on the final plan versions. Along the way, Nancy and her team suggested many improvements that we had not even considered, including moving a few walls, opening doorways, and redesigning the fireplace between the kitchen and breakfast room. KDP also reimagined our bar in our family room and redesigned a functional coffee bar for our breakfast room, which really unified the space and feel of these rooms. Since Nancy and the team work with many vendors, they could really search for details that delivered custom, high-end results while staying largely within our budget. The team was great to work with. They were always receptive to our personal style preferences and translated them into a cohesive vision. We are thrilled with the end results and love our new rooms which are now beautiful and much more functional than they had been. The team brings genuine creativity coupled with an appreciation for practical details. We could not be happier with how our project turned out

Response from the owner:Barbara, thank you so much for sharing such a detailed and thoughtful review of your experience with our team. It was truly a pleasure to partner with you on transforming your kitchen, breakfast, laundry, mud, and family rooms into spaces that reflect your style and support how you live every day. We’re delighted that our suggestions and design iterations helped create a cohesive, functional, and beautiful flow throughout your home. Your openness to new ideas made the creative process especially rewarding for us. We’re thrilled that you love the end result and appreciate your trust in our team.

Mary Gaertner

2 weeks ago

It has been five years since my kitchen has been designed by KDP and there is nothing that I would change. It is where our family and friends gather every time we are together. Nancy provided professional service from start to finish. It is very functional and has tons of storage space. I would highly recommend Kitchen Design Partners.

Response from the owner:Mary, thank you so much for sharing your experience, and we’re thrilled to hear that your kitchen continues to serve your family so well after five years. Knowing it’s become a gathering place for loved ones truly means a lot to us. Nancy will be delighted to hear your kind words about her professionalism and design work. We’re glad the space has proven both functional and spacious for your needs. Thank you for the wonderful recommendation.

Pat Miller

1 month ago

Working with Jodi and Nancy on our cabinets and quartz countertops was a great experience from start to finish. They took the time to truly understand what mattered most to us, thoughtfully adjusting the design until it felt just right. Their seamless coordination with our general contractor made the process effortless on our end. Their talent, patience, and keen attention to detail completely transformed our kitchen—it’s now brighter, more open, and feels truly ours. We’re thrilled with the result and look forward to enjoying this space for many years to come.

Response from the owner:Pat, thank you so much for sharing such a wonderful review. Jodi and Nancy are thrilled to know that their collaboration with you resulted in a kitchen that feels brighter, more open, and personalized to your needs. We’re especially glad the design process and coordination with your contractor felt smooth and effortless. It means a great deal to us that the space feels truly yours, and we’re honored to have been part of creating a kitchen you’ll enjoy for years to come.

William Dougherty

3 months ago

Working with Kitchen Design Partners was a pleasure from concept to design to reality the attention to detail and coordination with contractors made our custom kitchen installation painless. Thank You Partners

Response from the owner:Thanks for your kind review. We wish you much happiness and lots of family gatherings in your new home and beautifully remodeled kitchen.

John Tully

4 months ago

We thoroughly enjoyed working with the KDP design team. Nancy did an excellent and exacting job on our cabinets! The design, construction and installation went very well! Their recommended contractor and vendors were all top notch and experts in their fields! We are very pleased with our beautiful kitchen and laundry room. We highly recommend Kitchen Design Partners do all of your kitchen and bath projects!

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the glowing review, John. We're thrilled Nancy and the KDP team delivered an excellent result and that our contractor and vendor recommendations met your expectations. It was a pleasure working with you, and we’re delighted you love your new kitchen and laundry room. Please let us know if we can help with any future projects.

Mark Kamin

1 year ago

When we made the decision to remodel our kitchen, we knew that finding the perfect kitchen designer would be a difficult task. After visiting a few kitchen showrooms and talking with potential designers, the decision to work with Nancy and her team was easy. They asked the right questions and listened when we provided our wish list. The entire process was a true collaboration, Nancy and her team suggested simple, thoughtful changes that made a tremendous difference in how our kitchen looks and functions. The quality of the cabinets is exactly what we expected. As with many remodeling projects in an older home, there were some unexpected issues that came up during the renovation. Nancy made herself available and provided guidance and support until we were completely satisfied. We are absolutely thrilled with the end result and would recommend Kitchen Design Partners to anyone who is considering a new kitchen.

Response from the owner:Thank you Mark, the pleasure was truly ours! We are so happy with how everything came out. It's beautiful and so functional. We hope you and your family enjoy it for many years to come!

Sabrina Yoder

2 years ago

Kitchen Design Partners is truly BEST IN CLASS. Nancy runs a great studio! They are creative, detail oriented, attentive, and able to pivot with clients needs. Would recommend them over and over again...wonderful partners!

Response from the owner:Thanks Sabrina! You have helped us so many times. We truly appreciate your support and partnership.

Rebecca Pogonitz

2 years ago

As an interior designer, Kitchen Design Partners is a blessing on my firm! I have collaborated with owner Nancy Jacobson and her Team on many projects over the years, and each time they deliver a seamless, professional, and joyful experience to my clients. I know that when I refer Nancy to a client, they will receive the utmost care and of course, quality cabinetry that meets their budget and aesthetic needs. Check out Kitchen Design Partners and leave your kitchen and bath design worries at the door!

Response from the owner:We are thrilled to hear that you and your clients have had such positive experiences working with Nancy and the rest of our team. Collaborating with talented interior designers like yourself makes our job even more rewarding, and we are so grateful for your continued trust and partnership. Thank you for recommending us and being a valued part of our design community. We look forward to many more successful collaborations!

Carolyn Tilden

2 years ago

Our renovated kitchen looks fantastic! We are delighted with the way it turned out which we owe to Nancy’s exceptional skill, knowledge and hard work. We particularly appreciate Nancy’s guiding us through countless decisions with an attention to detail, calm patience, and creativity. We are very glad we decided to work with Nancy and Kitchen Design Partners on our project.

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your glowing review! We are thrilled to hear that you are delighted with your renovated kitchen. It was an absolute pleasure working with you on this project. We are especially grateful for your kind words about Nancy. Her dedication to her craft and her ability to guide clients through the decision-making process is something we deeply value. We are glad her patience, attention to detail, and creativity had such a positive impact on your experience. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and knowing that we met your expectations means the world to us. If you have any further projects in mind or need any assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Holly McInerney

2 years ago

We recently used Nancy and her staff to redesign our kitchen, two bathrooms and laundry room. We were extremely satisfied with the entire process from beginning conversations until completion. Nancy’s attention to detail is obvious as there was never a hitch in the installation and our house is beautiful! Don’t hesitate to contact Nancy if your need a kitchen or bathroom renovation!

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your glowing review! We are thrilled to hear that you are extremely satisfied with your newly redesigned kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry room. It was a pleasure working with you, and we are delighted that your home now looks beautiful and meets your expectations. If you or anyone you know needs a kitchen or bathroom renovation in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out. Your recommendation means the world to us!