Designer Amy Richardson
Get to know more about Designer Amy Richardson. Her early influences that set the trajectory for her career and, discover the one thing (!) you will never see in her home.
Q&A with Amy Richardson – Designer
The person
On a houseboat, in the Caribbean, listening to someone’s life story (while stirring up some tasty food) in a perfectly designed kitchen is Amy’s dream but her reality – minus the Caribbean and houseboat – is pretty close!
Amy’s devoted 20+ years to building a successful design career by listening to customers describe how they live in an effort to design them a perfect kitchen. Her love for cooking brings practicality and thoughtfulness to her designs.
Choosing to work with Amy means you’ll benefit from great advice on where to make investments in your kitchen to make your day-to-day life easier. Yet, Amy will bring more than just practical advice to your project.
Past customers agree. Amy’s good-natured (some even say hilarious) spirit will keep your experience fun and memorable. And, it is for this reason we love Amy and know you’ll almost certainly love working with her!
The professional
Amy was surrounded by family in the construction business throughout childhood. It might have been this exposure that led to her early love for drafting in high school and her itch to draw. But, a separate passion for helping others ultimately led Amy to pursue a degree in Psychology at UNCW for a future in counseling.
It wasn’t until after college when an opportunity arose at a big-box retailer that she realized she might able to pursue both. She landed herself a job designing kitchens and realized to be a great designer you must be great at customer discovery and drawing. Fast-forward to today and we’ll say Amy has the secret sauce to success.
Amy’s ability to ask all the right questions when working with customers to help them make important decisions about what type of kitchen is best is what sets her apart. An initial one-on-one consultation with Amy is thorough so that she has the information needed to design kitchen visuals in the form of CAD renderings. It’s the process of discovering a customer’s wants and needs and bringing the vision to life that still gives Amy the greatest professional satisfaction.
Favorite Cabinet Style for Kitchens
“Transitional. Mix of rustic and modern or traditional.“
Favorite Paint Color
“Any shade of green.”
Personal Interior Style
“Rustic.”
A project in good hands
The Absolute Best for Your Budget
Experience is a great predictor of success and here at Brunswick Cabinets and Countertops, we believe a project in good hands is one managed with years of experience.
If you’re seeking a design partner that is able to say “been there and done that”, Amy’s your design partner. With Amy, you’ll be guided away from unnecessary challenges and towards practical and thoughtful solutions based on your wants and needs.
Amy’s design approach is to take a space and make it as functional as possible while designing to suit a client’s personal taste. This is why Amy is a good designer. But, it’s her sincerest desire to make sure the selections you make are the absolute best for your budget that make her a great designer.
The sophistication Amy has with CAD helps her quickly confirm if her interpretations of a customer’s wants and needs have been captured perfectly and are ready to be brought to life.
If she sees a familiar face of happiness when you see your rendering for the first time, she will know she is on the right track.
Describe a Favorite Project
“Small house, really small kitchen, and a really tight budget. We worked together and really made excellent use of the space. The client was in tears when she came to me after having family over for Thanksgiving. She thought that I had made her holiday possible.”
Favorite Thing About your Career
“My client’s face when they see the rendering for the first time. Then, of course, the final product.”
Most important question a Homeowner should ask themselves when replacing a kitchen
“What do I dislike about my current kitchen?”
KITCHEN DESIGN
Curated by Amy
Amy’s kitchen design projects reflect her drive to create spaces that work for her clients’ unique lifestyles. She takes the time to truly understand how her clients live and what they need, resulting in kitchens that are stylish, functional and tailored to each homeowner.
Explore her collection of kitchen projects, which showcase her ability to transform any space with her thoughtful design approach.
Sunset Beach Project
A Coastal Kitchen Renovation
Sunset Beach homeowners came to Designer Amy for their kitchen transformation. Homeowners selected Kraftmaid’s Moonshine for the perimeter of the kitchen and Lagoon for the island. The cabinets were paired with Serenity Blue Quartz countertops to complete the look.
If you are considering a renovation and want to explore design options, contact Amy today!
Southport Project
A Modern Kitchen Renovation
Southport homeowners were looking to renovate their kitchen and Designer Amy answered the call. Homeowners selected Kraftmaid’s Warm White for the perimeter of the kitchen and Midnight for the island. The cabinets were paired with Blanco Misterioso Quartz countertops. The combination of this pairing created a sophisticated and contemporary vibe in the kitchen.
If you are considering white cabinets, your kitchen will offer a bright and inviting atmosphere. White cabinets provide a sense of cleanliness, freshness, and spaciousness. Best of all it provides a neutral backdrop for other design elements. The inclusion of the color Midnight for the island provides contrast and depth to the space. The contrast between the white and dark cabinets adds depth and character to the kitchen, while the quartz countertops offer a stylish and durable surface for food preparation and gatherings
It’s All About The After
A Before & After Laundry Room
Bolivia homeowners were looking to renovate their laundry room, and Designer Amy took on the challenge. The homeowners selected Kraftmaid’s Dove White for the installation. Just take a look at this transformation!
Modernize Your Kitchen
A Before & After Oak Island Kitchen
Oak Island homeowners were looking to modernize their kitchen, and Designer Amy helped her clients modernize and improve the functional flow with an island. The homeowners selected Kraftmaid’s Warm White for the installation. Just take a look at this transformation!
Planning The Perfect Outdoor Kitchen?
Designer Amy has created an easy cheat sheet to help educate you on what you need to know to select the best outdoor kitchen countertops. Plus, she’ll introduce you to one of her new favorite surfaces, Dekton.
Transformation in OIB
A Before & After Ocean Isle Beach Kitchen
Our OIB homeowners’ kitchen went through a complete transformation with the help of Designer Amy. The homeowners selected Kraftmaid’s Dove White and Cambria Clifton for the installation. Just take a look at this transformation!
Visualize The Possibilities
A Southport Makeover
When homeowners consider a kitchen renovation, Designer Amy visits their home to take measurements and photos before starting the design phase. This phase allows homeowners to envision the potential transformation of their kitchen. Check out the before pictures of this Southport home and Designer Amy’s initial design for the makeover.
New Construction in OKI
Brand-New OKI Kitchen
Our OKI homeowners designed their dream kitchen with the help of Designer Amy. The homeowners selected Kraftmaid’s Moonshine for the installation. Just take a look at this beautiful kitchen and all of the special accessory touches!
From Bare Bones to Beach Home Kitchen
Bolivia Kitchen
Our Bolivia homeowners requested the help of Designer Amy to transform an empty room of a small beach home into a functional beach home kitchen. The homeowners selected Kraftmaid’s Dove White in the Amherst door style for the cabinets and Azul Platino granite for the countertops.
A Southport Transformation In Process
Kraftmaid Kitchen Redo
Our Southport homeowners worked with Designer Amy to design the ultimate transformation for their kitchen space. Transformation selections included Kraftmaid’s Lyndale Maple door style in Dove White for the perimeter of the kitchen and Cherry Slate for the island. Retro quartz was selected for the countertops. The photos you see below are the perimeter cabinet installation pics!
Are you ready to bring your wish list to life?
Designer Amy Richardson Is Ready to Help You Kickstart Your Project.