Your Kitchen, Reimagined.

Owner-led design-build for the North Shore — one point of contact from first consult to final walk-through.

★★★★★
5.0
Google Rating
40+
Kitchens Completed
100%
Owner on Every Project
North Shore
Wilmette · Winnetka · Highland Park · Barrington
Sound familiar?

Most kitchen remodels feel like a second job.

You hired a contractor to take work off your plate. Instead, you’re coordinating subs, chasing unanswered texts, and managing surprises that keep blowing the budget. It doesn’t have to be this way.

No one to call

Your GC disappears for days. Nobody returns texts. You’re coordinating between the designer, the tile supplier, and three different subs — and somehow you’re the one responsible for the schedule.

Surprises that cost you

Hidden plumbing. Out-of-code electrical. Change orders that appear out of nowhere. Most contractors find these things and tell you after the fact — when your options are limited and your budget is blown.

Decision fatigue with no support

You’re handed a materials list and told to figure it out. Forty decisions in, you’re exhausted, second-guessing everything, and the project still hasn’t started.

Why Ultimate Development

One team. One point of contact. Zero finger-pointing.

Gary is your contact

Not a project manager you’ve never met. The owner picks up the phone, shows up on site, and is accountable to you directly — from the first call to the final walk-through.

No blindside change orders

During design and pre-construction we scope for what’s behind the walls. When surprises come up, we explain options and costs before touching anything. You decide.

Design support included

We don’t just sell you the job and hand you a tile catalog. We guide every material and layout decision — so you feel confident, not overwhelmed.

Milestone-based payments

You only pay as work is completed and inspections pass. We never ask for 70% upfront. Your money is protected at every stage of the project.

The Process

Here’s exactly what working with us looks like.

Leave the hard decisions and heavy lifting to us. No surprises, no disappearing acts — just a clear, predictable process from first call to final walk-through.

1
Week 1

Free Consultation

Gary walks your space, listens to what you want, and tells you what’s realistic. No pressure, no salesperson. Just an honest conversation.

2
Weeks 2–4

Design & Materials

We guide every decision — layout, cabinetry, countertops, fixtures. Leave the hard choices to us. You’ll know exactly what you’re getting before a wall opens.

3
Weeks 4–6

Permits & Scoping

We pull every permit and scope what’s behind the walls. Surprises stay off your invoice. Leave the red tape and planning to us.

4
Weeks 6–14

Build

Our crew shows up when we say. Daily cleanup. Weekly updates from Gary directly. You always know what’s happening — without having to ask.

5
Final Week

Walk-Through & Sign-Off

Nothing is done until you say it’s done. We walk every inch together. Final payment only after you’ve signed off on every last detail.

FAQ

Questions we get asked every day

How long does a kitchen renovation take?
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A typical full kitchen renovation takes 8–14 weeks from permit approval to punch list. We’ll give you a detailed timeline before you sign anything — and we stick to it.

Do we need to move out during the renovation?
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Most of our clients stay home. We set up temporary kitchen access, do daily cleanup, and schedule noisy work to minimize disruption. We’ll talk through your specific situation in the consultation.

Do you handle permits?
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Yes — always. We pull every required permit for structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work. Permitted work protects your investment and your home’s resale value.

What does a kitchen renovation cost?
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Our kitchen projects typically range from $80K–$200K+ depending on scope, materials, and layout changes. We provide a detailed, itemized estimate after your consultation — no vague ballparks.

Do you help with design or just the build?
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Both. We guide you through every material and layout decision as part of the project. You won’t be handed a tile catalog and left alone. Design support is built into how we work.

What if something unexpected comes up behind the walls?
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We scope aggressively before construction starts to minimize surprises. If something unexpected appears, we stop, show you, explain your options and costs, and get your approval before doing anything.

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Tell us about your project

We serve the Chicago North Shore — Wilmette, Winnetka, Kenilworth, Glencoe, Highland Park, and surrounding communities. We’ll be in touch within one business day.

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Get Started

Tell us about your project

We serve the Chicago North Shore — Wilmette, Winnetka, Kenilworth, Glencoe, Highland Park, and surrounding communities. We’ll be in touch within one business day.

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