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SUSAN MCLAUGHLIN

Founder & CEO

Licensed contractor Susan McLaughlin is a Virginia native who began her career in the newspaper industry and transitioned into real estate. Susan has worked with the public for the past 25 years in and around Charlottesville. In keeping with the desire to stay involved with builders and remodelers, Susan founded Cabinets By Design in 2009.

 
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OUR PROCESS

Let’s Design Together

Whether you’re embarking on a new build or renovating an existing project, it is our goal to offer a professional and seamless experience. We strive to understand our clients’ needs in order to achieve the best result within the budget. We at Cabinets By Design, can’t wait to be a part of your project!

Our goal is to meet on-site and design your dream kitchen. We are always striving to continue to earn your business!

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

+ WHAT'S THE PROCESS LIKE?

First, above everything else, we work to fit into your schedule, not the other way around. We come to you!

Beyond that, there are two ways to work with CBD:

  • Design only quote
  • Design and cabinetry supply only (not including installation and subcontractors)

In the design process, we will work together to understand the vision of the overall project. We will provide the following services:

• Review your plans, design ideas, concepts, budget, and timeline.

• Introduce various cabinet styles, construction, finishes, accessories, as well as the newest features and options available.

• Confirm onsite measurement verifications through us or with your contractor/installer

• Review appliance specifications and implement any modifications to the design.

• Present 3-dimensional drawings with the latest 2020 Design Software to help visualize the designs.

+ WHAT KIND OF TIME FRAME ARE WE LOOKING AT?

  • Beginning with a free consultation, you let us know your needs, how you use the space, and which samples you like the look of.

  • After any adjustments have been made, we put together a quote.

  • We come to you measure and design on the spot!

  • After final approval of the design and estimates.

    + WHAT'S THE PAYMENT SCHEDULE?

  • A downpayment of 50% of the cost of cabinets is required before ordering.
  • 4-10 weeks for delivery - balance of cabinetry cost on arrival
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