Colette’s expertise in Kitchens began in 1987 when she formed a design alliance as with one of the major retail kitchen and bath vendors in Manhattan and designed their showroom.

 

Colette has designed everything from Manhattan Galleys to sprawling suburban multi-functional creations.

 

In 1995, she was the founding President of the prestigious Manhattan Chapter of the National Kitchen and Bath Association. Also a member of ASID, Colette created joint programs between the two organizations and served as moderator of Kitchens Fabulous and Functional at the New York School of Interior Design in 2000. 

 

Colette’s secrets to great kitchen design are:

 

    .  Listening to the client’s needs

    .  Using colors and materials appropriate for each individual client

    .  Maximizing counter space

    .  Designing-in plenty of storage

    .  Providing plenty of light for both general lighting and work areas

    .  Understanding that the kitchen is the home’s heart 

 

The secrets of getting your kitchen built are:

 

     . Knowing how to work with your building’s renovation guidelines

     . Selecting the right contractor for your particular project

     . Making sure that deliveries are timely and accurate    

     . Providing project supervision and attention to detail during all phases of the job. 

 

In March of 2001, Colette appeared the front cover of Kitchen Bath Business, one of the premier trade publications, perched on the counter of one of her kitchens.

 

Her work has also appeared in The New York Times, The Daily News, House Beautiful Kitchens Baths and The Cooperator Magazine.

 

Colette has also been extensively quoted as an expert on kitchen design in many national consumer magazines.