When you need expert craftsmanship for a high-end home remodel, you turn to the people you trust. In the exclusive community of Coronado Cays, one family did exactly that by calling their friend and trusted Southern California designer, Kathy Abell of Kathy Ann Abell Interiors. Abell, in turn, reached out to Holland’s Custom Cabinets—a partnership two decades strong—to ensure her clients’ vision was brought to life seamlessly.
Kathy Abell and her team are known for creating spaces that are intentional and personalized, turning high-stakes residential projects into beautiful spaces homeowners love. “This is actually the vacation home for our clients, and they’re not leaving,” says Abell. “So, I guess Holland’s and I did a great job on this project!”
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Restoring Trust: A No-Ego Partnership
The owners of this Coronado Cays home were deep into negotiations with a large, powerhouse remodeler before realizing the relationship wasn’t working. Skeptical and searching for a better fit, they turned to Kathy Ann Abell Interiors. The team knew that a successful outcome depended on a cabinetry partner with decades of expertise and a strong collaborative approach. Someone who could offer unique solutions and customization. A partner, not just a vendor.
“We’ve worked with Kathy for many years now and every time is a true pleasure,” says Randy Schreibman, Holland’s Director of Sales and Marketing. “When she calls us, we step in to ensure that the transition from her design to our production and installation is flawless, and that her team and the homeowner feel supported every step of the way.”
“Our ability to say, ‘No problem, let’s figure it out’ was exactly how we earned trust early in the process with the client,” Schreibman adds. “The homeowner didn’t want to just hand over the keys to a firm; they wanted a partner who would listen to their needs, think strategically, and respect their involvement.”
Creating Purpose-Specific Spaces
Joining the remodel during its final planning stages required Holland’s team to dive right in. Strategic solutions for the home were collaboratively tackled:
- Maximizing Space: In a small area at the top of the stairs where furniture was not a viable option, a coffee bar cabinet serves as a special feature that adds originality to the home.
- Strategic Functionality: Cabinetry function meets modern needs, including custom vanity drawers with integrated charging stations and hidden outlets to eliminate visual clutter.
- Personalization: Features like a laundry room with custom louvered doors reflect each space’s personalization per the client’s vision and Kathy’s design.
- Multi-Room Cohesion: Design through three distinct spaces on the first floor–a kitchen, butler’s pantry, and mudroom–ensures that the home feels like a single, unified retreat.
Coronado Cays Remodel With Kathy Ann Abell Interiors
This Coronado Cays remodel bridges traditional comfort with modern, clean lines, resulting in a beautiful transitional style. Holland’s delivered a high level of craftsmanship and storage solutions that allow the partnering design team to stand confidently by the long-term results:
- Aesthetic Unity: Direct collaboration with the homeowner, in coordination with or on behalf of Abell’s team, ensured the transitions between wood stains and painted finishes were intentional and harmonious.
- Transparent Communication: Holland’s provided clarity on costs and execution that had been missing in the client’s previous relationship, ensuring the project stayed on budget, and the client felt heard and involved throughout.
- Flawless Execution: The final result proves that even a full-scale remodel can be highly personalized when the manufacturing partner remains adaptable and collaborative.
A Partnership Built on Results
The success of this Coronado Cays remodel with Kathy Ann Abell Interiors confirms the power of a long-term, trusted partnership built on mutual advocacy and high standards. Abell sums up the partnership through the longevity and quality of the final product: “Holland’s workmanship is the best I have ever used, and I wouldn’t refer anyone else.”
“The home is truly a testament to Kathy and her team,” states Schreibman. “They turned this project around, and together we created a space that is intentional, purpose-filled, and exactly what the clients dreamed of.”
Are you a luxury residential designer seeking a cabinetry partner who can serve as an extension of your team and uphold your reputation? Explore Holland’s residential portfolio and talk with the team about how we can support your client’s dream remodel.