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Tim Silknitter | Gitt Construction

General Contractor

Gitt Construction is a trusted, design-build remodeling company serving Omaha and the surrounding areas. We specialize in kitchens, basements, custom additions, and whole-home transformations. We work with homeowners who want more than just an upgrade—they want a space that truly fits their lifestyle and is built to last.

From the first conversation to final completion, our team of professionals provides a clear, guided process with dedicated project management, thoughtful design, and craftsmanship done right the first time. Most of our work comes from referrals and repeat clients, which speaks to the level of trust and experience we bring to every project.

If you’re ready to invest in your home and work with a team that values quality, communication, and detail; Gitt Construction delivers results you can see and feel every day.

Michaela Menke | Cabinet Design Studio

Studio Manager and Lead Designer

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Cabinet Design Studio is where you want to start if you are planning renovation project or if you are building a house from scratch.

We lead with design in everything we do. Each space is curated specifically around the needs of each client. Every client works with a designer to ensure their vision becomes reality; great design provides long term value. We want your space to not only be beautiful but also function specifically for you and your family’s needs.

Cabinet Design Studio strives in helping clients achieve their layout goals OR to help clients see a vison they may have not even thought of to begin with.

We specialize in cabinetry, but can also help with countertops, tile, hardware, and many other aspects in the building/remolding process.

We also partner with outside designers or contractors within Omaha to help bring together any project.

Our end goal to create an enjoyable experience by guiding our clients through every step of the process from start to finish.

PRO Partners

Michaela Mencke, Lead Designer/Cabinet Manager, Cabinet Design Studio
MUD – New gas furnace and Fireplace
Fireplace Stone & Patio
Winfrey Plumbing

Project Details

The Challenge

After purchasing a new home with more land, the homeowners knew they wanted to rework the outdated kitchen and primary bath as soon as possible. The dark and cramped kitchen felt removed from the rest of the home. Therefore, opening that wall up was necessary but came with challenges. The layout of the primary bathroom was not functional for the homeowner’s needs – the space felt tight, and the design was outdated. Finding a way to make the bedroom, closet, and bathroom flow was our main challenge. With the home being a bit older, other unique challenges came along with these projects. But we were ready to get started and transform these spaces for the homeowners.

The Vision

The homeowners had a vision in mind for each space. Starting in the kitchen, they wanted to open the space by removing the wall between the kitchen and living space, brighten up the space, implement a new cabinet layout with new full overlay painted maple shaker cabinets, a simple subway tile backsplash, new quartz countertops with veining for some movement, add a large island with seating, and re-stain the flooring. Moving onto the primary bathroom, their main vision was to fix the awkward stairs that ruined the flow between the bedroom space and the bathroom. To make their vision come to life, we needed to find a way to move the stairs leading to the bathroom, expand the closet opening, and be intentional with the material selection to make the space feel larger.

The Solution

Our main solution in the kitchen space was to remove the wall. To keep the flow of the kitchen, we kept a small portion of the wall that the stairs ran into. This allowed space for the fridge to stay on the same wall. In the primary bathroom, our main solution to the awkward stairs was to rework where the closet door was. The solution we found was to move it from the bathroom to the bedroom. We also extended the steps that lead to both spaces for a better flow visually.

The Results

The homeowners now had all the boxes checked for their new kitchen. A custom island that makes a huge statement with its Steely Blue painted finish, custom inset cabinetry, two end posts under the quartz overhang to provide additional seating, and stunning quartz tops to provide plenty of space for prep work. Full overlay cabinets for the perimeter that reached the ceiling with double stack flat crown. We pulled the Steely Blue color from the island into the perimeter by adding a utility cabinet for their pantry storage. We relocated the closet door to the bedroom which made the bathroom its own space and not a walkway to another room. The primary bathroom transformed into a spa retreat with a soaking tub, a large walk-in shower, and a custom hickory wood vanity to add a little character back into the space. By utilizing white tile with a mix of black metal and hickory accents, we were able to create a spa-like space with a cozy feel. Overall, this space is the perfect spot to relax at the end of a long day.