Reviews
Our clients say it best, and we love making them this happy.
"Marcus was a pleasure to work with ! He provided ideas for our remodel that transformed the look, feel & function of our 26 yr old home. His broad range of experience in his field sets him apart. What still blows us away was his dedication of time & care in details . We trusted we were in good hands. That confidence gave me peace in the midst of construction & COVID chaos. 4 years later we continue to enjoy what Marcus & EKD created & completed."
Angela
"We used EKD for our whole house remodel. We worked with Marcus and Mikal and ended up with my dream kitchen and bar, and three bathrooms that are absolutely beyond! From the initial design meetings, to installation (and follow up), we got nothing but perfection and professionalism! We love these guys, and highly recommend EKD!"
Lindi
"I worked with Marcus Otten to remodel our Boulder kitchen and the final project was outstanding. Marcus really listened to what we wanted in a kitchen and his design and vision went beyond our expectations. We really love to cook and entertain and our new kitchen is both function and beauty."
Beth
"This company offers beautiful and exquisite cabinetry, a highly professional sales and support team, and depth in product knowledge and experience."
Kim
"EKD (Marcus Otten) was a pleasure to work with and my kitchen turned out amazing! Marcus created a beautiful design that transformed a boring standard builder's kitchen to a breathtaking kitchen that is so much more user friendly and fun to cook in! Professional and exacting standards describe EKD - excellent customer service."
Yvonne
"I initially found EKD here on Houzz, as I really liked every design from them I saw on the site. Not only have I been enormously impressed with their customer service, but Marcus is also one of the best designers I could have hoped for. He knew what would suit my lifestyle better than I did, and was very respectful and helpful about what I wanted and what would work best for the space. He helped assemble a wonderful team to implement the design, and I could not be happier. The kitchen is FABULOUS and I can't even begin to say what a great experience this has been. He has also created an outdoor kitchen area (with a pizza oven!) that will be an entertainer's dream for years to come. These spaces are not only beautiful, but also functional and integrate well with the mid-century aesthetic of the house. I cannot recommend them highly enough."
Dianna
"Mikal Otten designed a new kitchen, family room, laundry and powder room for my home. He had extremely creative ideas for using the space. He was respectful of our budget, and every deadline was met. His kitchen showroom at the Denver Design Center is extraordinary. It showcases his unique design sense, and it is a great way to begin the kitchen design process. Mikal is friendly and easy to work with. His installers were professional, and EKD had quality management staff on the site during installation to be sure the install ran smoothly, and to be sure all homeowner questions or concerns were addressed. We are thrilled with the final product. We would work with Mikal again, and we would confidently refer him to anyone."
Lisa
"Mikal and his team are exceptional to work with! They are always willing to take our crazy ideas and turn them into reality flawlessly. As a designer, you are only as good as the craftsmen ship around you to execute your ideas.The quality of their design, product and work does not disappoint. We love working with EKD!
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Viktorya
"Marcus Otten was fabulous! We are not his typical clientele and he still gave us the red carpet treatment. He came up with a design we never even dreamed possible. Everything was delivered on time and better than we could have imagined. He is a first class designer and answered all of my questions ( there were a lot) promptly. Highly recommend him."
Jenny
"We are an interior design firm and worked with EKD on a recent project in downtown Denver. Everything was planned to perfection, from our initial meeting to the final day of installation. We worked with Paul. He is an extremely knowledgeable designer and worked out every single detail to create a flawless kitchen. In addition to the kitchen, we also created unique bathroom vanities and a custom wood wall that serves as the focal point for the home's entry. They handled every detail with the utmost professionalism. The quality of the cabinets, functionality, and lighting, exceeded all of our expectations. Paul went above and beyond for our project and we couldn’t be happier! We highly recommend EKD."
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"As a contractor I really enjoy working with Marcus, at EKD. What i enjoy about Marcus is his creativity and extreme attention to detail. There is no end to his creativity and ingenuity in assembling a beautiful and functional kitchen project."
Industry Partner
"Over seven years ago, a friend recommended Mikal and Marcus of EKD to design and renovate our new kitchen. Not only were they both a pleasure to work with, but they were instrumental in helping me to create what turned out to be one of the most amazing kitchens I have ever seen. I am a perfectionist, so I do not give out compliments easily. However, their work has always been really outstanding. This is why I have continued to use them with many other projects throughout our home. Each time, they have turned every one of my restorations into extraordinary masterpieces by focusing on every detail of the job. I would not hesitate to recommend them for any project in your home or office where you want someone who is exceptionally gifted to turn any plan into a stunning success."
Sandra
"As the owner of Dolins Design Studio, with my office in Aspen Colorado for 40 years, I moved to Denver 6 years ago. I had done a few jobs in Denver and with the need for a Kitchen Designer, I was recommended to check out EKD in the Design Center. Happy I did and met the designer Marcus Otten. I could not be more pleased, Marcus was very professional and worked well within my guide lines and budget. I took him to Snowmass where I was doing a total remodel, he came up with a great design and it was done on time within my budget, and best of all my client loved the end results."
"I have done two more projects here in Denver now, Marcus once again showed his design skills and designed two more Kitchens and a bathroom. Because of his expertise and the professional way he presents himself, it made my job so much easier having happy clients helps to make me look better too as well as the project runs smooth. I tell my designer friends when they need a Kitchen or Bathroom to check EKD out, they are top notch."
Jerry
"Highly qualified and talented people. You're in excellent hands at EKD. Recommend highly!"
Leah
"We are an interior design firm and worked with EKD on a recent project in downtown Denver. Everything was planned to perfection, from our initial meeting to the final day of installation. We worked with Paul. He is an extremely knowledgeable designer and worked out every single detail to create a flawless kitchen.The quality of the cabinets, functionality, and lighting, exceeded all of our expectations. Paul went above and beyond for our project and we couldn’t be happier! We highly recommend EKD."
Lauren
"Reclaimed DesignWorks has worked on several projects with EKD over the years, and we are always pleased with the end result! They are willing to go above and beyond for their clients, and their finished projects show just that. We look forward to working with EKD in the future."
Industry Partner
"I have done two remodel projects with Mikal Otten at Exquisite Kitchen Design (ekd). The initial phase was in preparation of a kitchen/family room/conversation room remodel which would involve the entire first floor of our home. Phase 1 was everything except the kitchen area. The first project was so beautiful and exactly what I was hoping for, it was easy to move to the second and final phase, the kitchen. Our new kitchen flows into the family room, conversation area and eating space, physically and visually. The new kitchen is what I would call a true professional - working hard, but making it look easy!
Our designer, Mikal, was really wonderful. He listened to our hopes for the finished space, included these in the final design, as well as adding some interesting and helpful finer points. This attention to the kitchen remodel is what makes our kitchen so easy to be in - entertain family and friends, cook holiday feasts, canning an exceptional harvest, it goes on and on. We can ramp up the activity or slow it down for a relaxing evening. The product recommendations which include cabinetry, hardware, countertops, appliances and lighting all combine to create the perfect kitchen and home for our family.
I would and have recommended ekd to friends and family. Our experience has been delightful. We loved the process and the end result."
Joyce
"As a lighting consultant, I have the opportunity to work with so many professionals in parallel fields. Mikal Otten is up to the challenge of working with us to integrate lighting into his projects in a way that is incredibly clean and timeless. Mikal's kitchens combine function and aesthetic in a spectacular fashion. Mikal is a team player with the experience and horsepower to take on projects at the highest level. I've really enjoyed working with EKD and look forward to our continued relationship. I would recommend EKD to anyone looking for a kitchen integrates the highest in quality, functionality and creativity."
Industry Partner
"My company pairs homeowners with their perfect interior designer. We have had the opportunity to work with EKD on multiple occasions and not once did they fail to impress and exceed ours and our clients expectations. If you are looking for a company that sincerely cares about their clients and are experts in their field - you have found them!"
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