September 2025

HOME + LIVING

“We guide them through the showroom, showcasing various displays and finish options, allowing them to touch and feel different materials,” said Dutenhoffer. Both the Aberdeen and Watertown showrooms have two designers who can help customers make their visions tangible. “Us four girls man the showrooms,” said Dutenhoffer. “We are the faces customers see at the beginning of the process when they are picking out their color choices and designing their layouts.” After getting a general sense of what the client wants and measurements of the space are taken, the designers will use their 3D program to create a visual representation of the layout for the customer. “Some people have a hard time visualizing what products will look like in their space, and the 3D program really helps us make the vision come to life,” said Dutenhoffer. Once they have approval and the job site is ready, everything will get a final measure. Measurements are given to the shop, and countertop and cabinet creation begins.

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