How much does kitchen design cost in Worcester MA?

At C. DePina Kitchens + Interiors, kitchen design begins with a $750 Cabinetry Planning Retainer, credited in full toward your cabinetry purchase within 60 days. Layout and 3D Visualization packages range from $4,500 to $7,500. Full-Service Kitchen Design ranges from $7,500 to $15,000+ depending on scope.

Why do you charge a design fee when other places offer free design?

When retailers offer free design, the cost is built into the cabinetry pricing. Our design retainer is transparent, credited toward your cabinetry purchase, and ensures we can dedicate the expertise your project requires. A designer whose income depends on selling you cabinetry is not giving you unbiased advice.

What is a CKBD certified kitchen designer?

CKBD stands for Certified Kitchen and Bath Designer, a professional certification from the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA). It requires demonstrated experience, examination, and ongoing education. It is a specialty credential held by fewer than 1% of designers in Massachusetts.

What is the difference between Showplace and Fabuwood cabinets?

Showplace is a semi-custom American-made line with premium finishes and extensive customization options. Fabuwood offers quality cabinetry at more accessible price points with faster lead times. We carry both to serve a range of budgets and project types.

What projects are outside your scope?

We focus exclusively on kitchen and bathroom renovation design. We do not offer decorating-only services, furniture selection, paint consultations, room refreshes, or styling. If that is what you need, we are happy to point you in the right direction.

How long does the kitchen design process take?

For Cabinetry Planning clients, initial layouts are typically presented within two to three weeks of signing. Full-Service projects span several weeks through design development and documentation depending on scope and decision timing.

What is your service area?

We primarily serve Worcester and surrounding Central Massachusetts communities including Shrewsbury, Westborough, Northborough, Holden, Paxton, and West Boylston. Our showroom is located at 1098-A Pleasant Street, Worcester, MA 01602.

WORCESTER’S KITCHEN DESIGN SPECIALIST

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NCIDQ Certified · CKBD Certified Kitchen & Bath Designer · Authorized Cabinetry Dealer · 20 Years Experience

C. DePina Kitchens + Interiors is a boutique kitchen and bath design studio in Worcester, MA. We design kitchens and bathrooms that are as functional as they are beautiful. We specialize in one thing: planning renovations with the technical detail that prevents expensive mistakes during construction.

We are an authorized dealer for Showplace and Fabuwood cabinetry, offering options from stock to semi-custom to fully custom across a range of budgets.

Every purchase comes with a real manufacturer warranty and the backing of a professional design studio.

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WHO WE ARE

Cristina DePina, NCIDQ · CKBD

Cristina DePina is a Worcester-based kitchen and bath design specialist with over 20 years of experience and two of the most rigorous credentials in the industry: NCIDQ certification, the highest professional standard in interior design, and CKBD, the Certified Kitchen and Bath Designer designation through NKBA.

What that means for you: when you work with Cristina, you're working with someone who understands not just how a kitchen should look, but how it needs to be built. Clearances, cabinetry tolerances, lighting loads, plumbing rough-in - the technical details that determine whether a renovation goes smoothly or turns into a series of expensive surprises.

Cristina founded C. DePina Kitchens + Interiors after years designing hospitality spaces, model homes, and residential renovations across the US. She brought that experience back to Massachusetts with one focus: helping homeowners plan kitchens and bathrooms they'll love for decades.

Her Worcester showroom features curated cabinetry lines from Showplace and Fabuwood, alongside premium materials and hardware, all selected to suit a range of styles and budgets.

WHO WE WORK WITH

We work best with homeowners who are serious about getting their kitchen or bathroom renovation right: people who value expertise, want a clear process, and understand that thoughtful design saves money during construction.

Our projects typically start with renovation budgets of $75,000 or more. If you're in early planning stages and unsure, come in for a Showroom visit - we're happy to help you understand what's realistic for your space.

We focus exclusively on kitchens, bathrooms, and renovation design. If you're looking for decorating, furniture selection, or styling help, we're probably not the right fit - but we're happy to point you in the right direction.

“Cristina helped us plan for a kitchen and bathroom makeover. She gave us excellent advice, very detailed drawings, and assisted us at every step of the way, including purchasing the required cabinetry, hardware, and flooring. She also followed the construction and worked very well with the contractor to assure that everything was done right. Highly recommended for this kind of job.”

~ S.M.

“Working with Cristina to build our dream home was not only such a pleasure, but she made the process fun, efficient, and incredibly fulfilling. Her patience and ability to help our visions come true was amazing. She has incredible taste, and knowledge. Cristina made a very stressful situation one that was actually enjoyable and helped us to move into the house of our dreams. If you have the chance to work with her, we know your experience will be as amazing as ours was! Thank you Cristina!”

~R.K. & E.K.

“Working with Cristina to build our dream home was not only such a pleasure, but she made the process fun, efficient, and incredibly fulfilling. Her patience and ability to help our visions come true was amazing. She has incredible taste, and knowledge. Cristina made a very stressful situation one that was actually enjoyable and helped us to move into the house of our dreams. If you have the chance to work with her, we know your experience will be as amazing as ours was! Thank you Cristina!”

~R.K. & E.K.