Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Custom Kitchen & Home Remodeling
Established in 1971, Sawhill Kitchens has become a premier provider of luxury kitchen, bath, and home remodeling services for clients in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. Our award-winning design-build team delivers exceptional living spaces by taking a holistic approach to meeting client needs and exceeding expectations. With decades of combined experience, our seasoned team of designers, project managers, and master craftsmen invest in every project from concept to final installation. We specialize in creating timeless designs that balance aesthetics and functionality while ensuring client comfort throughout the remodeling process. Our comprehensive services span from individual room renovations to whole-home transformations, including custom cabinetry, countertops, and appliance integration.We maintain clear communication and transparency, ensuring clients understand costs and timelines while delivering projects on budget. As a Minnesota licensed contractor, we handle all aspects of remodeling, from permits and scheduling to quality control, providing a seamless experience. Our commitment to excellence has earned us numerous industry awards, including multiple NKBA-MN and CotY accolades. We pride ourselves on transforming client visions into reality through personalized service and attention to detail. With showrooms and offices in Minneapolis, we serve both residential and commercial clients seeking high-quality, customized solutions.
Services
Kitchen Remodeling
Bathroom Remodeling
Basement Finishing
Outdoor Kitchens
Custom Cabinetry
Condominium Remodels
Home Additions
Space Planning
Project Management
Design Services
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of experience in luxury kitchen and bath remodeling.
- Our award-winning team delivers personalized, high-quality design solutions.
- We provide end-to-end project management from concept to completion.
- We prioritize clear communication and transparency throughout the process.
- Our Minnesota-licensed contractors ensure compliance and quality assurance.
What people say
Excellent communication
High-quality craftsmanship
Professional team
On-budget projects
Timely completion
Services
Kitchen Remodeling
Our kitchen remodeling service transforms spaces into functional, beautiful environments tailored to your lifestyle. We handle layout redesigns, custom cabinetry, countertop installations, and appliance integration. Our team ensures seamless coordination of materials, finishes, and lighting while maintaining budget transparency. With decades of experience, we deliver timeless designs that enhance home value and daily living.
Bathroom Remodeling
Bathroom remodeling focuses on creating spa-like spaces that balance aesthetics and practicality. We specialize in layout optimization, fixture upgrades, and material selection from leading brands. Our process includes budget planning, permit acquisition, and coordination of plumbing and electrical work. We prioritize durability and comfort while incorporating modern trends and energy-efficient solutions for lasting value.
Custom Cabinetry
Custom cabinetry services provide tailored storage solutions that maximize space efficiency and visual appeal. We offer design consultation, material selection from premium wood and finishes, and precision installation. Our team ensures seamless integration with existing layouts while enhancing functionality through innovative features like soft-close hinges and pull-out organizers for kitchens and bathrooms.
Basement Finishing
Basement finishing transforms underutilized spaces into functional living areas, including home theaters, gyms, or guest suites. We address moisture control, lighting, and structural considerations while designing layouts that meet your needs. Our services include framing, electrical work, and finishing touches to create comfortable, code-compliant spaces that increase home value.
Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor kitchen design creates durable, weather-resistant spaces for entertaining and dining. We incorporate built-in grills, refrigeration, and storage using materials like stainless steel and stone. Our team plans layouts for optimal workflow, integrates lighting and heating elements, and ensures compliance with local building codes to extend your living space year-round.
People
Matt Cook
President
With over 20 years in home remodeling, Matt Cook leads Sawhill Kitchens' strategic vision. He ensures operational excellence while maintaining client relationships and overseeing project execution across Minnesota.
Leon Hamilton
Project Coordinator
Leon Hamilton manages project timelines and logistics, ensuring smooth coordination between clients and contractors. His 15 years of experience streamline complex remodeling processes while maintaining quality standards.
Karen Johnson
Interior Designer
Karen Johnson specializes in creating functional, elegant spaces. With a decade of design expertise, she guides clients through material selections and layout optimizations to achieve personalized, award-winning results.
Tricia Tidemann
Lead Designer
Tricia Tidemann leads design efforts with a focus on client collaboration. Her award-winning work emphasizes innovative storage solutions and timeless aesthetics, ensuring spaces reflect individual lifestyles and preferences.
Doug Luebke
Project Manager
Doug Luebke oversees project execution, balancing budget, timeline, and quality. With 18 years in construction management, he ensures seamless transitions from design to completion while addressing client concerns proactively.
Questions
What areas do you serve for remodeling projects?
We serve Minneapolis, St. Paul, and surrounding Twin Cities areas for kitchen, bath, and home remodeling projects.
Do you handle both design and construction?
Yes, we operate as a design-build firm, managing projects from initial concept through final construction for cohesive results.
Are financing options available for remodeling projects?
Yes, we offer financing resources to help clients achieve their remodeling goals while maintaining budget flexibility.
How long does a typical kitchen remodel take?
Most kitchen remodels take 6-12 weeks depending on scope, material availability, and project complexity.
What sets Sawhill apart from other remodeling companies?
Our award-winning team combines decades of experience with personalized service, transparent communication, and attention to detail for exceptional results.
Reviews (6)
Gia Gunerius
Nov 10, 2021
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We have a mid-80's four level split. We had talked about opening up the wall and redoing our kitchen for quite some time. After researching remodelers, we reached out to Tricia an the team at Sawhill. We are so glad we did. We did a complete remodel of our main level. Custom cabinets, new appliances, completely reimagined the space and how we use it. Prior to remodeling, we were considering moving to have the amenities that we wanted. Now, we have no intention on moving.
We love our kitchen. It is open, airy, highly organized and beautiful. From the beginning planning stages, through every step of demo, remodel and finishing, our project manager was in close contact with us. They even found some ways for us to do things like recess the header without extra costs. I was dreading a complete remodel but the team at Sawhill made every step fun and seamless. Their crews were very respectful of our time and space and cleaned up each day before leaving. I would recommend them to anyone.
We love our kitchen. It is open, airy, highly organized and beautiful. From the beginning planning stages, through every step of demo, remodel and finishing, our project manager was in close contact with us. They even found some ways for us to do things like recess the header without extra costs. I was dreading a complete remodel but the team at Sawhill made every step fun and seamless. Their crews were very respectful of our time and space and cleaned up each day before leaving. I would recommend them to anyone.
Greg Pomerantz
Apr 02, 2021
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I cannot say enough nice things about Sawhill Kitchens. We hired them in January 2020 to completely remodel our 30 year old Kitchen. Sue Palmquist listened to us and designed a fabulous new kitchen that is both beautiful and more functional. She was willing to make changes that we asked for but also was willing to politely stand her ground when she felt we were asking for something that would not be ideal.
And this happened because earlier in my career I worked in the kitchen industry, so I had "opinions." We greatly respected how Sue addressed my opinions and it led to a substantially better result. Sawhill also has a fabulous team of subcontractors that are focused on delivering high quality workmanship while simultaneously treating our home with respect. Everyone should contact them if they are looking for the best people, design and workmanship.
And this happened because earlier in my career I worked in the kitchen industry, so I had "opinions." We greatly respected how Sue addressed my opinions and it led to a substantially better result. Sawhill also has a fabulous team of subcontractors that are focused on delivering high quality workmanship while simultaneously treating our home with respect. Everyone should contact them if they are looking for the best people, design and workmanship.
George Fiddler
Nov 03, 2020
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We love our kitchen that Sawhill created, and would highly recommend working with them. Tricia had great ideas, and was super collaborative during the design phase, and Matt led a very smooth remodel process. They were both always communicative, creative and solution-oriented when it came to being able to meet our goals within our budget, and were also safety and health-conscious which was appreciated considering the project was done during COVID-19. I look forward to working with them again.
Samuel Mathieu
Jun 06, 2020
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My fiancee and I had the fortune of working with Matt and Tricia in consulting with us on a kitchen remodel. Both of them were incredibly professional, knowledgeable, accommodating, and understanding of the visions we were hoping to achieve. I can confidently say that when working with Sawhill Kitchens you are in capable hands.
Nancy Bains
Jun 04, 2019
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Sawhill Kitchens is a phenomenal design firm. Have had the pleasure to work with them in multiple projects and have done kitchen remodels, additions, bathroom remodels and lake home addition. Susan Palmquist has been outstanding as a professional designer and takes great pride in helping to solve any problem large or small. She goes out of her way to make sure the customer is satisfied. Their cabinetry is beautiful and makes decisions very difficult without the true artistry of their designers.
Michele Jennings
Jun 12, 2014
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Sawhill Kitchens has beautiful custom designs that made it hard to choose once they were applied to my needs. I recommend their custom kitchen and bath design and remodeling to everyone.
