Walczak Design And Build

Lisa, Derek and company were wonderful to work with from throughout our entire remodel project. Their partnership of builder and project planner was very important to us in keeping communication going throughout the stages of project. From team members who timely answered calls, emails, texts to customized software that keeps client and builders on the same page. Our remodel came out beautifully and done with the best craftsmanship. They are the team to use!

Working with the Walczak's was a fantastic experience from start to finish! We met and interviewed several different firms and knew clearly we wanted to work with Lisa and Derek. We loved Lisa’s design ascetic and process and really trusted and respected Derek as a contractor to oversee the project. One major reason was they have long-standing relationships with quality sub-contractors, so the coordination was seamless and everyone from the electricians, to the cabinet makers, to the painters were very courteous, professional and the work was outstanding! We had small space and a long wish list (take down walls, double wall ovens, a need for a lot more storage, a dedicated coffee bar, giant windows). Lisa offered us several different designs to make sure it was prefect for us, including one that not only ticked all the boxes I had asked for but allowed us to have an continuous open flow with our screened in porch, and added more seating for our dining table and looked absolutely beautiful! We get compliments all the time! The entire process went very smoothly, on time and on budget. The app they use to communicate and map out the process is great, and allowed us to see what was happening each day, where we were in the process, and I loved the ability to have everything from material selections to invoices in one place. You might be able to find someone do to the work cheaper but the peace of mind of working with true professionals who stand by their work is worth it. They never try to upsell or pressure you and worked hard to stay within our budget without sacrificing our vision. I only wish we had found Lisa and Derek before we hired the other contractors for previous projects. Nothing is ever perfect, but this experience was about as close as you could get! We plan to work with Walzcak for all our future needs!

Lisa and Derek do a great job. They were there from start to finish- everything was perfect. Would highly recommend.

Lisa and Derek are an amazing team to work with from start to finish. I approached with them a unique project of finishing my basement but adding in a dog spa/mud room and taking out a bulk head and adding a back door. They accepted the challenge and I couldn't be happier with the results. Lisa was amazing with her design process and putting together renderings of what the space could become. She was forthcoming and direct about costs while adhering to my budget. Lisa also made sure that I was happy with every fixture and material. As someone who gets overwhelmed easily, Lisa made sure to show me a few thing at a time, and coming back with more options if I did not like what I had seen. Derek and his team were amazing. Derek is communicative, always responded to a text or phone call, and answered any questions I had. He was extremely thoughtful in showing me the space as it was coming along, and took the time to explain any changes that needed to be made and why. I trusted him and his team completely in my home. The rest of the team was extremely hard working and they never disrupted my comings and goings while the project was in process. I highly recommend Lisa and Derek if you're looking for a team to come in and renovate your home. I would hire them every time. If you're looking for an honest, trusting, and hardworking team these are your people.

When we decided to make renovations in our home, we knew we wanted a team that could not only design, but also build. We were frustrated with the lack of comprehensive services that other general contractors offered. We had heard good things about the team at Walczak Design + Build and gave them a call. From the first introductory meeting, we were impressed with their level of professionalism and process. We were blown-away with the drawing boards that their design team came up with and they made it easy to select the direction we wanted to go. The crew was very friendly, respectful, and neat! There were many touch points and check-ins throughout the process to make sure everything was being done to our satisfaction. We were very pleased with the attention to detail right through the completion of our project. We plan on continuing to utilize their services for future projects that we have.

We have only good things to say about Walczak Design + Build! Derek and Lisa were a pleasure to work with, on every aspect of our home renovation project. With their help, we transformed two older bathrooms into newer, cleaner, brighter spaces, that are as functional as they are beautiful. Plus a mudroom! Lisa and her design team had great vision from the start. They listened to our wants and needs; made recommendations based on their collective experience; and designed and redesigned our rooms until we were fully satisfied. Derek and his construction team delivered on Lisa's promises, with great attention to detail. Communication was always a priority and updates came frequently. We would not hesitate to use Derek, Lisa and their team for our next project, and, without reservation, we highly recommend them to others.

We only have great things to say about the Walczak team! They did a terrific job throughout the design process working with us to keep the character of the house, but also transforming it in a way that reflects our personalities. They then executed the vision and we couldn't be happier with the results. We have felt right at home since Day One and are completely thrilled with our new space. We have recommended Walczak Design and Build to friends and will continue to do so!

We hired Derek and Lisa to do a remodel of our kitchen, as well as some of the other rooms on the first floor. We had some rough ideas functionally about what we wanted, but needed help to turn it into a specific plan that made everything work. It was important to us that both the "design" and the "build" be the same team. Lisa worked with us very patiently as we iterated through ideas, and got to something we really liked a lot and met all of our objectives (including ones we weren't all that clear about when we started the process). Then Derek and his team did a great job of bringing it to life. Both his team and the subs that they used were all top notch, the quality of the workmanship and attention to detail was superb. Need to explicitly acknowledge Brian, who put a lot of time, thought, and craftsmanship into a piece in the living room that really exceeded expectations. Love what we ended up with, mission accomplished 100%. Would definitely work with them again.

Walczak Build and Design came highly recommended to us by several people when we moved to Ipswich and we've been overjoyed with the recommendation. Lisa and Derek have treated our project with the utmost care and respect. We've gotten to know them very well over the length of the project and they're wonderful people with a wonderful team who do wonderful work. Walczak B&D is the only firm my wife and I will trust with any future work on our house. The end product met all of our requirements without us having to hold hands or micromanage. Derek and Lisa listened to what we wanted to do, scoped it out, handled many unforeseen problems with the house, and left us with confidence that our house will be beautiful long after our kids leave for college. Their suggestions during the project were always spot on and only improved the final result. Their subcontractors (Electrical, Plumbing, Tiling, Floors, Insulation, and Painting) all did impeccable work. We expect to keep their phone numbers handy for all of our future needs. Lastly, I'd be remiss without mentioning their excellent crew, Brian and Michael, who took the time and effort to make sure everything would look great and stand the test of time. Work done: * New floor * Two new bathrooms * New kitchen * New tiling * New doors * New windows * New insulation * New wainscoting * Updated built-in bookshelves to have permanent shelving * Added two walls * Made a new closet * Fixed wall that was falling into basement * Fixed architectural issue with flooring & ceiling where needed * Interior painting

We worked with Walczak Design and Build on a substantial kitchen refurbishment. I cannot say enough good things about the experience, but sharing a few thoughts here: - Derek and his crew are consummate professionals. They have incredible pride in the work they do and the product is a clear reflection of that (you can likely find photos of our kitchen on their instagram page). - Lisa was a superb partner through the design process. We had a fairly strong perspective on the look we were aiming for, but Lisa was invaluable in helping us to translate that concept into a robust, functional design. - Their wide range of subcontract partners were all fantastic to work with (electrical, flooring, plumbing, painting) - Throughout the process we felt that Derek and Lisa were very clear about choices we were making with associated impact on cost and scope. There were no surprises. - The team effectively completed the project to time and budget in spite of the supply chain issues caused by COVID We would not hesitate to recommend the Walczak team for any project you might be considering.

We just finished an entire home renovation with the Walczak Design and Build team on our new house in Ipswich, MA. Derek, Lisa and their crew have transformed our house into the home of our dreams! They communicated well at every stage of the project, handled our questions with total confidence and professionalism, and were always available when we needed them. They cared about the quality of the work as much as we did and it shows - it’s exceptional. We are forever grateful to have worked with them and can’t imagine having gone through such a huge project with anyone else. They are an incredible team and incredible people who we now count as friends. Couldn’t love them more!

Only good things to say about this power couple. We were looking for someone to help us create a multipurpose backyard retreat, and Derek and Lisa were on board from day one. I shared how I wanted to feel in the space, and they ran with it - helping steer us towards the right materials, lighting and design. Derek was a friendly face and welcome visitor throughout the renovation, and was patient as we worked to get things "just right". He was accessible, collaborative, and brought an artistic eye to the project. Lisa was creative, meticulously organized behind-the-scenes, and highly responsive (which makes all the difference!). It was an absolute pleasure working with this like-minded, professional team. Very grateful to have such a restorative space to enjoy every day, and we couldn't be happier with the finished product.

When we bought our house in April the only words I could use to describe the kitchen were: dark, small, and cramped. I hated the idea of a renovation and made that clear from the start of this whole process with everyone we spoke to, but Lisa and Derek Walczak were the contracting and design duo I never knew I needed in my life. While we had a few hiccups along the way as any project will (shout out to the pipe in the middle of our open concept), Lisa, Derek and their whole team were always there to answer questions, quell concerns and make sure things were done right. Because of them, we have a spacious and bright kitchen that makes me want to cook! Our house is now a home because of them. I cannot recommend Walczak Design and Build enough! I have never met anyone who cares more about their clients and goes above and beyond any and all expectations. While we wrapped up construction a few weeks ago, they have still been readily available to answer questions, or make touch ups as needed due to everything settling into place. Lisa just came by today and dropped off a little thank you gift for us and our new puppy (who she had just learned about that morning). It really is the little things that make all the difference. Hope they’re ready for us when we need them next!

Lisa worked closely with us to generate a design to meet the unique vision for our kitchen remodeling project. Allowing us to reuse some of the cabinetry minimizing disruption. Then helped select commercially available appliances and fixtures combined with custom components. Finally, capped it off with some unique accents to give it an elegant look. The entire team executed on the plan in a professional and timely manner that resulted in the chefs kitchen we had envisioned.

Lisa and Derek are great partners. When I was designing a home to build. Lisa's laser-sharp focus was extremely helpful with ensuring the details were met and that we were not missing anything that would be critical to the function. The team also has great tools to provide transparency to the process so things are not lost between email and text. It's so helpful to have a central place to have communication with the team and see the project's next steps. Walczak Design + Build has elevated the whole build/design relationship and so lucky to have found them!

We were lucky enough to work with Derek and Lisa on our recent first floor renovation. It was our first experience with a large-scale renovation and they were incredible to work with. They are both consummate professionals, and were extremely considerate of our many questions and personal preferences. They have high standards for the quality of their work in addition to the satisfaction of their clients, and will diligently work (or re-work) to make sure they get it right. The Walczak team was a pleasure to have in our home while we were living in the house during construction, and we trusted them implicitly when we were able to be away. They left the house clean every day and made sure it was sparkling at the end of the project. Their ability to communicate the information of the project, the context, the choices we needed to make, and reassure us when we needed it was outstanding, and made themselves available to us whenever we needed. They always listened to our concerns with understanding. The design process provided a clear direction without going down any rabbit holes, and we always felt they both had our best interests in mind, in addition to being stewards of our large investment. Our house is more comfortable, more beautiful, more valuable, warmer, and safer and we don't think we could have found a better team to work with. We will always be grateful for their hard work and collaboration with us.

My wife and I engaged Lisa and Derek for a complete remodel of our 1st floor powder room and a custom built-in wall unit in the family room....and we can not be more pleased with the results! Despite not being a "major" project, it really has transformed a high-traffic and much-utilized area into a space that we love spending time in. Lisa spearheaded the design process...and what we appreciated was how she really listened to what we were looking for (although often times we weren't even sure ourselves). She provided various options and we never felt pressured into any aspects of the design that we were not comfortable with. Prior to the project, we had a live edge mirror that we wanted to incorporate into the powder room and Lisa came up with some great ideas to complement the mirror with her designs. Also, we were very particular about how we wanted the built-in wall unit to look and function...and Lisa came up with a great design that worked really well in our space. And she was also very up-front about the cost ramifications to any change that we were considering. In terms of the execution of the build, we appreciated Derek's attention to detail and he made sure that we were happy with how everything looked and worked. As with any project, we came across a few unexpected build challenges along the way, but Derek always had a way to make things right, not taking short-cuts just to make it easier for himself. Thanks again to both Lisa and Derek!

We hired Walczak Design & Build for the remodel of 2 bathrooms. They were easy to work with throughout the entire project - which lasted around 4 months. The design phase was very helpful and provided a very important visual on how our remodeling ideas, when completed, would look like. Walczak was very flexible in idea changes, communicated very well during the entire process and was always willing to meet to answer any and all questions. They always made sure we understood next steps, what / how changes would impact the design and budget. Overall, we are very happen with the final product and highly recommend them. We would definitely look to them for future projects.

The Walczak team was a pleasure to work with. Always on time, in constant communication and very responsive to any questions we had throughout the process. We hired Walczak to design and remodel our master bath and the end result exceeded our expectations. It is truly a dream bathroom. Every detail was well thought out. Lisa was easy to work with and turned our haphazard design ideas into a gorgeous and well functioning reality. Derek and his team were clearly skilled at their craft and take great pride in their work. In the end we decided to hire them again to renovate two additional bathrooms in our home. An en suite bathroom they made sophisticated and beautiful with custom wainscoting, stunning tiling and a standout vanity. Our boys bathroom got an updated look as well. Derek designed a storage shelf unit as a solution to an otherwise awkward nook in that bathroom. We are immensely happy with all 3 of our projects that Walczak Design + Build did.

We LOVE our new bathroom and the experience was fantastic! Walczak Design & Build is exactly that! We were given 3 different design plans from which we picked all of our favorite parts of each to make our final plans. As the project went along, we were able to tweak things along the way and keep ourselves within the budget. During each stage of the process, both Lisa & Derek were there with the suggestions/answers/guidance that we needed. It was a great experience for us as homeowners and we’ve already signed them on for more projects!

Walczak`s entire team was always kind and respectful. They do an excellent job cleaning up at the end of every day. Both Derek and lisa always made themselves available to discuss any of our questions or concerns, until we were 100% confident with our decisions. The quality of craftsmanship was top notch. Derek is very skilled with detail work and was able to come up with a perfect fireplace design with only a couple of inspiration photos. Overall, we couldn't be happier with the final result of our kitchen, bath, mudroom, living room renovation.

Our family had outgrown our space and made the decision to stay and renovate. Walczack Design & Build completed a major renovation for us last spring and summer. Today we have a beautiful second floor space that exceeded our expectations. From the beginning, WDB understood our desired vision and helped us achieve it while staying within our budget. The craftsmanship and attention to detail can be seen throughout the project. We lived in our house during the renovation and the crew was always professional and beyond accommodating. Despite the challenges that can come with living in your home during a reno, we would do it again in a heartbeat with WDB! They gave us a one of kind space that we will now be able to enjoy for many more years to come. We are looking forward to the opportunity to work with them again on future projects. We highly recommend Walczak Design & Build.

We were very happy with the final result as well as the professional and thoughtful process. Derek and Lisa are detail oriented and truly want their clients to be happy. Every person that came into our home was polite and professional. The master bathroom is absolutely beautiful, exactly what I wanted it to be. I highly recommend Walczak Design!!!!

We hired Walczak Design+Build to design and construct two residential bathroom remodels in 2018 & 2019. Lisa did great work with the design and presented multiple alternatives for layout and decor. Derek did a great job with the construction and finish. Very detail oriented and customer focused! We definitely recommend talking with Lisa and Derek about your next construction/remodel project.

Walczak Design + Build transformed both our family bathroom and master ensuite to spa quality spaces. From the initial meeting, through the design process, demo & finish details, Derek, Lisa and their employees/subcontractors were polite, detail oriented, timely and professional. When a construction related issue occurred, Derek and Lisa communicated quickly and we worked through options to our complete satisfaction. Both projects were completed on budget and as quickly as possible. I highly recommend Walczak Design + Build and would hire them for future renovations.

Derek and Lisa did a wonderful job putting on an addition and renovating our kitchen. We were impressed with the quality of work, attention to detail and design aesthetic. Would highly recommend, especially to anyone taking on a large project for the first time. By the end of the project they felt like family!

We have partnered with Walzcak Design+Build on multiple successful projects. Derek, Lisa and team are consummate professionals and provide exceptional customer service. Projects are managed with care and a keen eye for detail, and the result are beautiful spaces. Walzcak goes the extra mile to ensure that the final product exceeds client expectations. They have been a pleasure to collaborate with, and we confidently refer out our clients out to them knowing that they will be in able hands.

I had a dream of renovating my kitchen since buying my home in 2012. The kitchen was just so dark with very little usable storage and was last updated circa 1980. Along with the multicolor walls, I also had no place to really sit and eat. My must haves were making my space brighter with the ability to comfortably entertain guests....while keeping to the periods of the house (built 1904). Since this was my first home i took great lengths along with much do diligence in finding the right company to hire. I ended up vetting six contractor/design companies and many hours looking up their backgrounds before finally hiring Walczak Design and Build. From the initial meeting, through the design process and up to the final inspection I never once regretted my decision or felt I could have done better. The most impressive thing about working with Lisa and Derek, aside from them both being completely gifted in their craft, was how so available they were to answer questions and address any concerns no matter how trivial they were. Communication was top notch and every interaction was not only completely professional but also warm and authentic. I never had to wait long to hear back from either of them and when the unexpected did arise, as is course for any renovation, I always felt they cared about how it would effect my project and did their utmost to alleviate any consequences when possible. Lisa is a dynamo and a fantastic advocate with a keen eye for style, while Derek is a stickler for detail and has an obvious passion for what he does. What resulted from this dynamic combination was a kitchen and living room that far exceeded anything I ever could have hoped or imagined. The most common response I get when people see the transformation is “Oh my God...this is amazing”. To say I’m happy is such an understatement it’s ridiculous. I did go over budget a bit but the overages, aside of finding a load of knob and tube that needed to be brought up to code, were my choice and cleared by me before work was done. If you are looking for high quality people to do impeccable quality work to make your home a sanctuary to be admired, then you would do well to hire Walczak Design and Build.

We love what Walczak design and build created for our home. We shared our vision and they executed it beautifully. We knocked down the wall between our kitchen and dining room and converted our half bath to a full. Everyone who walks into our home is amazed by the craftsmanship and attention to detail. They made themselves available after hours when questions arose, worked around our schedules, and were a joy to have in our home. Every night that they left, everything was put back so we could still use our kitchen while the work was being done. We didn’t get take out once! We are thrilled with how it turned out and would highly recommend them.

We bought a fixer upper with great bones and heaps of potential. And one place in desperate need of help was the kitchen. We had worked with Lisa in a previous life and we knew she was the most trustworthy project manager we would find. What we learned through this process was that she also had an impressive eye for design, and she had an equally impressive and talented building partner, Derek. Their team transformed our house. Every sub-contractors did quality work, and they were the friendliest bunch of people you could ask for. To complicate things we went into this kitchen project with high expectations and a 2-year-old who gets into everything. The final product exceeded our expectations (we have a show stopper kitchen) and during the project, they made sure to take the time to clean up their tools every single day. They kept dangerous things out of reach of a toddler. When our world was upside down with no kitchen it gave us peace of mind knowing they had taken these extra steps. I would hire Walczak Design and Build again, and I highly recommend them for the most complicated design and construction endeavors.

We hired Walczak Design & Build to redesign the upstairs of our garage into a studio apartment for my wife's mother. They did an amazing job both with the design and construction and the end result was beautiful. My mother-in-law is very happy with the space.

Working with Derek, Lisa and their team on our new kitchen was an absolute pleasure. They were all creative, professional, courteous, super communicative and organized (and ensure that all their subcontractors were as well). Lisa and Derek both took a very collaborative approach to working with us - making it as low-stress as possible. They gave us great design options to choose from, presented us with ideas for materials that would never have occurred to us (but which look fantastic) and they were very flexible in terms of ensuring that they stayed under our budget constraints. The project finished on time, under budget and it looks AMAZING. We would recommend them to anyone for any project big or small, they already have our next one lined up. Our new kitchen is the heart of our home and has been life changing.