Experienced Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling
Welcome to Montfort Designs LLC, a Dallas-area remodeling company specializing in kitchen and bathroom renovations throughout Plano, Richardson, Dallas, and surrounding communities.
Founded by Joel Montfort in 2001, Montfort Designs brings more than 25 years of remodeling experience to every project. Joel combines extensive hands-on remodeling experience with a Bachelor of Arts in Art from The University of Texas at Austin and a Master's degree from The University of Texas at Dallas.
That combination of construction experience and design education helps Montfort Designs approach remodeling differently. We don't simply replace cabinets, tile, countertops, or fixtures. We look at how the existing space works, how the home was originally constructed, and how the finished room should function for the people who live there.
Whether you are planning a complete kitchen renovation, updating an outdated bathroom, opening an enclosed floor plan, or remodeling an older Dallas-area home, our goal is to create a space that is functional, comfortable, and beautiful.
Kitchen Remodeling
The kitchen is one of the most important spaces in your home, and a successful kitchen remodel involves much more than just choosing new cabinets and countertops.
Montfort Designs can help you rethink the entire space, including:
- Kitchen layout and traffic flow
- Cabinetry and storage
- Quartz and other countertop materials
- Kitchen islands and work areas
- Lighting
- Flooring
- Tile and backsplashes
- Plumbing fixtures
- Appliances
- Wall removal and open-concept designs
- Electrical improvements
For older homes, we also consider the existing construction before recommending changes. Removing a wall, relocating plumbing, or changing an electrical system can affect much more than the appearance of a kitchen.
Our goal is to make the finished kitchen feel as though it belongs in your home while giving you the function and design you want today.
Bathroom Remodeling
A well-thought-out bathroom remodel can transform one of the most frequently used rooms in your home into a respite from stress.
Montfort Designs handles bathroom renovations ranging from straightforward updates to complete custom remodels.
Projects may include:
- Custom showers
- Tub and shower combinations
- Large walk-in showers
- Freestanding and built-in tubs
- Custom vanities
- Quartz countertops
- Tile floors and walls
- Shower niches
- Glass shower enclosures
- Lighting
- Plumbing fixtures
- Improved storage
- Accessibility and aging-in-place improvements
We pay particular attention to the details that make a bathroom comfortable to use every day, including lighting, storage, proportions, materials, and the relationship between the different elements of the room so we can achieve your dreams.
Remodeling Older Dallas-Area Homes
Older homes can have tremendous character, but remodeling them often requires a different approach than remodeling a newer house.
Existing walls, framing, plumbing, electrical systems, floor levels, room proportions, and previous renovations can all affect the design and construction process.
Joel Montfort has extensive experience working with older Dallas-area homes and understands that remodeling is often about finding the right solution within the structure that already exists.
Sometimes the best answer is to preserve an original feature. Sometimes it makes sense to remove a wall and completely rethink the space.
The objective is not simply to make an older home look new. It is to create a renovation that respects the home's existing character while making it work better for the people who live there.
What Makes Montfort Designs Different?
Experience That Goes Beyond the Surface
With more than 25 years of remodeling experience, Joel Montfort has worked through the construction challenges that often don't become apparent until a project is underway. His experience with older homes helps him identify construction issues and develop practical solutions when existing conditions don't match the original plans.
Design Experience
Joel's background in art influences the way he approaches proportion, color, materials, composition, and the overall relationship between spaces.
Experience With Older Homes
Joel started his remodeling business working on older Dallas-area homes. From homes built 100+ years ago to 1970 ranch-style homes, all of them have unique construction and design challenges. Understanding those challenges before construction begins can help produce a better result.
One Company for the Entire Remodeling Process
A major remodeling project can involve demolition, framing, electrical, plumbing, cabinetry, countertops, tile, flooring, painting, lighting, and finish work.
Montfort Designs coordinates these components so they work together as one project rather than treating each improvement as an isolated job.
Our Remodeling Process
Every project is different, but the process generally begins with understanding what you want to accomplish.
1. Initial Consultation
We discuss your goals, the existing space, your priorities, and the type of remodeling you are considering.
2. Evaluate the Existing Home
We look at the existing construction and identify conditions that may affect the project.
3. Develop the Design
We work through layout, materials, finishes, cabinetry, fixtures, lighting, and other important decisions.
4. Establish the Scope
Before construction begins, we work to define what will be included in the project and identify the major components that will affect the budget.
5. Construction
Our team coordinates the remodeling work and the different trades required to complete the project.
6. Final Details
We focus on the finish work and details that bring the completed space together.
See Our Remodeling Projects
One of the best ways to understand our approach is to look at projects we have completed.
Our portfolio includes kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects throughout the Dallas area, including Plano, Richardson, Lakewood, and other Dallas-area neighborhoods.
Projects have included open-concept kitchen renovations, U-shaped kitchens, galley kitchens, custom bathrooms, luxury shower renovations, and remodeling projects in older homes.
Reviews
He communicated really well, showed up every day, and helped set expectations throughout the project. He was very thoughtful in how he approached the work, answered questions clearly, and helped us think through decisions along the way.
We also really appreciated how respectful he was of our home. He cleaned up after himself each day, kept the work area as organized as possible, and made the remodel feel much less disruptive than it could have been.
We’re really happy with how everything turned out and would absolutely recommend Joel to anyone looking for a reliable contractor who takes pride in doing the job right. We'll be using him in the future.
Anyway, back to the “kids” bathroom – although bringing him back to do ours should be a pretty good clue how that turned out…
We had a tight budget as well as specific requests, totally normal and something Joel handled with ease. He provided estimates for exactly what we asked for, but also another option that did everything we needed but provided more cost flexibility by putting our special request (a pocket door) on hold until into the project enough to know if there would be any additional costs due to repairs. You can’t always be sure if the floor needs to be replaced or plumbing repaired until you rip up the floor and yank the tub. Joel and team were quick and clean on the demo, some minor floor repair was required as well as a little plumbing work to fit the new tub – everything on time and on schedule – so we included the pocket door (our favorite piece of the renovation) which is truly an awesome addition with fine detail that sets the tone for how well the project went and looks today!
We also had some last minute requests and changes which Joel accommodated without hesitation and came up with plans to make them work – using some extra marble to line the medicine cabinet cutout lower edge, adding a shower shelf built into the wall, fitting in the new tub around some questionable plumbing pipe design when they built the house but doing so without adding to the budget. Joel also did a little extra work around the house for us while he was here, did a little planning and estimating for our master bath coming up, and went out of his way to fit our needs throughout the process.
Items to point out: the craftsmanship finishing out the pocket door framing, the ease of accepting our last minute additions and changes, coming in under budget and using that extra to add fine details, checking before acting on anything that might alter the budget or for clarifications when needed, the extra added ideas and tips shared based on his experience to make our project more personal, and the overall attention paid to us as clients throughout the process. Joel’s work is great, but his design/artistic sense and relatability make working with him easy and positive!
Simply put, great work, great commitment to the client, great results, and a great process. We were really blown away by the fantastic experience and have our guy from now on!
Request A Free Quote
Contact us today to set up an appointment to discuss your dream home remodel.
Serving Dallas, Plano & Richardson
Montfort Designs serves homeowners throughout the Dallas area, with a particular focus on Plano, Richardson, Dallas, and surrounding communities.
If you are considering a kitchen remodel, bathroom renovation, or larger home remodeling project, we would be happy to discuss your ideas and help you determine the best way to approach the project.
Contact us today for a free consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Plano, TX?
The cost of a kitchen remodel in Plano depends on the size of the kitchen, the condition of the existing space, the materials selected, and how much of the layout needs to change. A kitchen renovation can range from a relatively simple update to a complete renovation involving new cabinetry, countertops, flooring, lighting, plumbing, electrical work, and structural changes.
As a general planning range, many complete kitchen remodeling projects can fall between $25,000 and $75,000 or more. Larger projects involving custom cabinetry, premium materials, significant layout changes, or wall removal can cost more.
The best way to establish a realistic budget is to look at the specific home, the desired scope of work, and the materials you want to use.
How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Richardson?
Bathroom remodeling costs vary depending on the size of the bathroom and the extent of the renovation. Replacing finishes and fixtures is considerably different from creating a completely new bathroom layout with a custom shower, new plumbing, tile, cabinetry, lighting, and other improvements.
Bathroom remodeling costs can range from smaller updates to $20,000–$30,000 or more for a larger, higher-end renovation. The final cost depends on the size of the bathroom, materials, plumbing changes, custom features, and existing conditions.
We can help you determine what level of remodeling makes sense for your home and establish a realistic budget before construction begins.
How long does a kitchen remodel take?
Every kitchen is different, so the timeline depends on the size and complexity of the project. A complete kitchen renovation can involve demolition, framing, electrical work, plumbing, cabinetry, countertops, tile, flooring, painting, and finish work.
Material availability can also affect the schedule.
During the planning process, we discuss the scope of the project and the major factors that could affect the construction timeline so you have a better understanding of what to expect.
Do you handle plumbing and electrical work during a remodel?
Kitchen and bathroom remodeling frequently involves plumbing and electrical work, particularly when the layout changes or new fixtures and appliances are installed.
Montfort Designs coordinates the different trades required for the remodeling project so that plumbing, electrical, cabinetry, countertops, tile, flooring, and other components work together as part of one renovation.
What makes remodeling an older home different from remodeling a newer home?
Older homes often have construction methods and systems that differ from those used in newer houses. Walls may contain unexpected framing, plumbing, or electrical systems, and previous remodeling work can sometimes make the existing construction difficult to predict.
That's why experience with older homes is particularly valuable.
Before making major changes, we consider the existing construction and how the proposed remodeling work will interact with it. This can help identify potential challenges before they become larger problems during construction.
How does the remodeling process work with Montfort Designs?
Our remodeling process generally begins with an initial consultation to discuss your goals and the existing space.
From there, we evaluate the home, develop the design, discuss materials and finishes, establish the scope of work, and prepare for construction.
During construction, the different trades and components of the project are coordinated so the renovation progresses toward the finished design.
The exact process varies depending on the size and complexity of the project, but our goal is to make the remodeling experience organized and understandable from the initial conversation through completion.
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Plano, TX?
The cost of a kitchen remodel in Plano depends on the size of the kitchen, the condition of the existing space, the materials selected, and how much of the layout needs to change. A kitchen renovation can range from a relatively simple update to a complete renovation involving new cabinetry, countertops, flooring, lighting, plumbing, electrical work, and structural changes.
As a general planning range, many complete kitchen remodeling projects can fall between $25,000 and $75,000 or more. Larger projects involving custom cabinetry, premium materials, significant layout changes, or wall removal can cost more.
The best way to establish a realistic budget is to look at the specific home, the desired scope of work, and the materials you want to use.
How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Richardson?
Bathroom remodeling costs vary depending on the size of the bathroom and the extent of the renovation. Replacing finishes and fixtures is considerably different from creating a completely new bathroom layout with a custom shower, new plumbing, tile, cabinetry, lighting, and other improvements.
Bathroom remodeling costs can range from smaller updates to $20,000–$30,000 or more for a larger, higher-end renovation. The final cost depends on the size of the bathroom, materials, plumbing changes, custom features, and existing conditions.
We can help you determine what level of remodeling makes sense for your home and establish a realistic budget before construction begins.
How long does a kitchen remodel take?
Every kitchen is different, so the timeline depends on the size and complexity of the project. A complete kitchen renovation can involve demolition, framing, electrical work, plumbing, cabinetry, countertops, tile, flooring, painting, and finish work.
Material availability can also affect the schedule.
During the planning process, we discuss the scope of the project and the major factors that could affect the construction timeline so you have a better understanding of what to expect.
How do I get started with a kitchen or bathroom remodel?
The first step is to contact Montfort Designs and discuss what you would like to change.
We can talk about your goals, the existing space, the type of remodeling you are considering, and the priorities you have for the project. From there, we can determine the appropriate next steps for evaluating and planning the renovation.
If you're considering a kitchen or bathroom remodel in Plano, Richardson, Dallas, or a surrounding community, contact Montfort Designs to schedule a consultation.