Awards of Distinction

Kitchen West and its owner, Marilyn Nagelkirk CKD, have been recognized with numerous awards for quality, craftsmanship and professionalism – consistent characteristics that have contributed to a long record of customer satisfaction and referrals.

These honors include:

Better Homes & Gardens Special Publication, “New Homes” Spring/Summer 2007

Holland Parade of Homes 2007 – Best Kitchen

Holland Pared of Homes 2006 – Best Master Bath

Featured in Better Homes and Gardens Kitchen and Bath Ideas March/April
2006. Click to view photos.

Tile Magazine, Welch Tile design partner and award recipient, June 2005

Featured in Grand Rapids Cosmopolitan Magazine, April 2005

Premier Custom Built Cabinets 2004 and 2005 Gold Sales Award

Holland Parade of Homes

First Place Winner, Heritage Design Competition – Contemporary Kitchens

AIA Grand Valley Distinguished Building Award

Kasmar Professional Kitchens and Baths Publications, Inc.
Design Award In Recognition of Excellence in Design and Function

Winners of the SMC Award of Excellence
Best Kitchen Design over $400,000

Sales and Marketing Council of Western Michigan
Award of Excellence for Creative Assistance to BDR Executive Custom Homes

Grand Rapids Symphony Designers Showhouse Excellence Award

Kitchen featured in Better Homes & Gardens Magazine, Spring 2003

Here’s what some of Marilyn’s customers have to say:

"Everything looks fantastic and we were really excited we moved in on schedule, all due to your hard efforts. Thank you again." Dick DeVos

"I really appreciated how quickly you handled all the little details that have come up. We are really enjoying the new kitchen." Luanne TenHammsel

"We both continue to enjoy our gorgeous kitchen so much. Thanks again."
Charyn Hoffman

"The Brooklyn Estate – "A Grand Design" was quite a feat! The results are a major triumph with much credit due the Interior Designers of West Michigan whose eyes had visions and whose hands transformed the visions into reality." Marcia Beuthen, The Brookby Estate

"The kitchen is beautiful! We especially appreciate your attention to detail and follow-up…" Peggy Child Smith

"We sure are happy with the way everything turned out. It was a pleasure to do business with you." Mrs. Gerald L. Slagel

"Marilyn, the basket is for you. I have included items for Bob and Nancy. Thank you for your continued wonderful service. You are the absolute best!" Rene & John Darling