Erica Kay Design: Your Trusted Kitchen and Interior Remodeling Designer in Kansas City
Welcome! We’re Erica and Chris, the husband-and-wife team behind Erica Kay Design. With over a decade of experience, we’ve become Kansas City’s trusted partner for Kitchen Design, Bathroom Design, and Whole Home Remodels.
Erica leads the creative direction, guiding you through the design details that bring your vision to life. Chris manages the operational side — budgets, estimates, and project flow — ensuring every step is clear and seamless. Together, we make your remodeling journey both inspiring and stress-free.
From kitchen remodels in Kansas City to bathroom renovations and whole home remodeling, we combine creativity, expertise, and industry connections to deliver timeless results that reflect your personality and enhance your daily life.
The Erica Kay Design + Remodeling Process
Remodeling doesn’t have to be overwhelming. The Erica Kay Design process is built around five clear stages, so you can move from vision to completion with confidence.
Stage 1: Discovery — Your First Step in Design + Remodeling
Every project begins with a project questionnaire, a virtual consultation with Erica, and in-home measurements. This sets the foundation for your kitchen design, bathroom design, or whole home remodel in Kansas City. At this stage, you’ll also receive a clear design services proposal outlining scope, investment, and next steps.
Stage 2: Kitchen & Home Design — Plans, Mood Boards, and Estimates
Erica creates mood boards, plan views, and cabinetry elevations. To give you a holistic budget picture, we schedule an Erica-accompanied walkthrough with one of our trusted contractors, followed by their detailed contractor bid. If applicable, we’ll also connect you with a preferred appliance representative. Alongside this, we prepare your cosmetic estimate for cabinetry, countertops, tile, plumbing fixtures, and lighting allowances.
Stage 3: Budget & Scope Alignment — Remodeling + Design with Clarity
With all numbers in hand, this stage turns ideas into a clear plan. We build side-by-side budget comparisons and spreadsheets, while Erica guides design trade-offs — helping you decide where to save, where to invest, and how to phase work if needed. Together, we align your design scope, contractor selection, budget, and timeline, so you move forward with confidence and realistic expectations.
Stage 4: Selections & Procurement — Cabinets, Countertops, and Finishes
Once your budget and scope are aligned, you’ll secure your custom cabinetry with a deposit. Erica accompanies you on showroom visits to finalize countertops, tile, lighting, and hardware, ensuring selections fit your style and budget. Chris manages procurement, shipping, deliveries, and returns through our coordination fee giving you peace of mind that every detail is handled.
Stage 5: Construction Support — From Design to Remodel Completion
Erica serves as your design advocate during construction, providing detailed construction drawings and attending key site visits (rough-ins, cabinet measure, countertop template). Chris tracks budgets, schedules, and punch-list details, ensuring the project stays on course. The stage concludes with a final walkthrough and handover, leaving you with a beautifully completed remodel that reflects your vision.
