Handcrafted Cabinetry Where Tradition Meets Timeless Design
Handmade custom kitchen cabinets in Colonial, Primitive, Shaker, and Contemporary styles—built in our Ohio workshop with meticulous attention to detail. Solid hardwood construction and furniture-grade finishes that last generations.
10-14 Week Build Time • 100% Solid Hardwood • Nationwide Delivery & Installation
Handcrafted Cabinetry Makers Specializing in Traditional Craftsmanship
For fifteen years, we've been creating handcrafted cabinetry the way it was meant to be built—whether Colonial, Shaker, or Contemporary. Meticulous craftsmanship that cannot be rushed creates furniture-grade work built to last generations.
Every project is designed specifically for your home. Dovetail joinery for drawers. Raised panels fitted into grooved frames. Precision dado joints for strong cabinet construction. From authentic period reproduction to modern minimalist design, we apply the same proven woodworking techniques to every style.
When you call Period Designs Company, you speak directly with the craftsmen building your cabinets. No sales team, no project managers—just experienced cabinetmakers who understand traditional woodworking across all design styles.
Our Custom Cabinetry Process
From initial consultation to professional installation, we guide you through every step of creating your custom cabinets—regardless of style.
01
Design & Planning
We begin by understanding your home's architectural style, your design vision, and the historical period you're recreating. Custom shop drawings, hardwood species selection, period-appropriate hardware—every detail is bespoke and tailored to your project.
02
Handcrafted in Our Workshop
10-14 weeks of traditional cabinetmaking in our Ohio workshop. Dovetail joinery, solid hardwood construction, custom finishes applied by hand. We send progress photos throughout the build so you can see your custom cabinets taking shape.
03
Professional Installation
The same craftsmen who built your custom cabinets install them in your home. Professional installation service available anywhere in the United States, or white-glove freight delivery with detailed installation support for your local contractor.
Custom Cabinetry Styles We Build
From authentic Colonial reproduction to contemporary kitchen design, every style features the same solid hardwood construction and meticulous craftsmanship.
Colonial & Federal Kitchen Cabinets
Authentic reproduction cabinetry for Georgian, Federal, and Colonial Revival homes. Period-accurate joinery, hand-forged reproduction hardware, traditional milk paint and stain finishes.
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Primitive & Early American Cabinets
Simple board-and-batten construction perfect for log homes, farmhouses, and rural vernacular architecture. Hand-forged iron hardware, honest joinery, rustic painted finishes that age beautifully.
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Transitional & Contemporary Cabinets
While historic reproduction is our specialty, we also create handcrafted contemporary cabinetry to the same furniture-grade standards. Clean lines, minimal hardware, precise details with traditional solid wood construction.
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Shaker Kitchen Cabinets
Timeless simplicity and exceptional craftsmanship. Traditional frame-and-panel construction with recessed panels, clean lines, and wooden knobs. Both authentic reproduction and contemporary interpretations available.
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What Makes Our Custom Cabinetry Different
Whether you're looking for Colonial kitchen cabinets, Shaker cabinetry, or modern contemporary designs, we bring the same meticulous traditional craftsmanship to every custom cabinetry project.
Precision Joinery
Dovetails for every drawer. Raised panels carefully fitted into grooved frames. Precision dado joints throughout the cabinet boxes. Every piece is crafted by skilled hands using traditional woodworking methods. These time-intensive techniques take longer and cost more than mass-produced shortcuts, but they create custom cabinets built to last for generations.
100% Solid Hardwood Construction
Every piece of custom cabinetry is built from 100% solid hardwood for the frames and doors, and premium furniture-grade plywood for the box components—no particle board, no MDF. We use premium cherry, maple, oak, and other domestic hardwoods selected for their grain, stability, and beauty. Your custom cabinets will outlast your house.
Custom Finishes for Every Style
Authentic milk paint for Colonial reproduction work. Hand applied finishes for Early American custom cabinetry. Period-accurate stains that replicate historic finishes. For contemporary designs, we use modern catalyzed finishes. All finishes are chosen to age beautifully and develop character over time.
What Our Custom Cabinetry Clients Say
"First of all, let me just say that my cabinets by Period Designs Company exceeded my expectations! Jeremy and his team were fantastic in seeing my vision and bringing it to life. My kitchen feels like home, and the craftsmanship truly makes it feel timeless."
— Nicki Ahrens, Virginia
Custom Cabinetry Investment & Timeline
Custom cabinetry is an investment in your home's future and value. Projects typically range from $12,000 to $100,000+ depending on kitchen size, cabinet complexity, hardwood species selection, hardware choices, and custom finish specifications.
Meticulous craftsmanship and solid hardwood construction require significant skilled labor and expertise—but create cabinetry that lasts multiple generations, not just decades.
Build Timeline: 10-14 weeks after final design approval
Service Area: Nationwide professional installation or white-glove freight delivery
Recent Projects: New England, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Pacific Northwest, and throughout the United States
Let's Create Custom Cabinetry That Lasts Generations
Whether you're restoring a historic Colonial home, renovating a farmhouse kitchen, or building sleek contemporary cabinetry, we bring the same traditional craftsmanship and attention to detail to every project
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