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Custom Contemporary Kitchen Renovations in Pittsburgh

One of the most popular contemporary home renovation projects is a custom-built kitchen.

Marvista Design + Build specializes in luxury kitchen renovations, including contemporary kitchen designs such as European sleek and mid-century modern.

We help Pittsburgh, PA, homeowners bring their custom kitchen design ideas to life with layouts, furnishings, appliances, and surfaces that make the room stand out and shine.

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Factors to Consider When Remodeling Your Kitchen

Careful planning is the cornerstone of a successful kitchen remodel.

At Marvista, we help guide homeowners through every step of the process, ensuring we take all of their wants and needs into consideration. When planning your kitchen remodel, it’s essential to keep these factors in mind:

Layout & Functionality

Whether you want an open-concept or traditional kitchen layout, it’s important to develop a plan that maximizes workflow by adhering to the kitchen work triangle concept that keeps equal space between your sink, stove, and fridge.

Cabinetry & Storage

From custom cabinetry to pre-fabricated options, choosing smart storage solutions like pull-out shelves and built-in organizers can make all the difference in your kitchen’s functionality.

Countertops & Surfaces

Our team offers a wide range of popular materials for countertops and surfaces, such as quartz, granite, and butcher block, each of which boasts different advantages in terms of durability and maintenance requirements.

Appliances & Fixtures

Choosing energy-efficient appliances and integrating smart technologies into your culinary space can help lower utility bills and create a modernized workspace that enhances your home value.

Lighting & Aesthetics

It’s important to consider the role of task, ambient, and accent lighting, selecting finishes and color schemes that match your style while enhancing visibility throughout your culinary workspace.

Budgeting & Financing

When planning for your kitchen remodel, be sure to set realistic expectations for costs and set aside extra finances for contingencies. Marvista offers plenty of financing options to help minimize stress during the remodeling process.

What Defines a Contemporary Kitchen?

Modern contemporary kitchens feature a chic and effortless style that features unique design elements as functional as they are beautiful.

They typically feature open floor plans, sleek cabinetry, and a striking color palette. Lighting fixtures, custom-designed islands, and waterfall counters are often used as statement pieces. Faucets and other hardware are uncomplicated, and the overarching theme is clean lines and clutter-free organization. A common misconception is that a contemporary kitchen is stark and personality-free. Well-chosen colors, materials, and accent pieces can take the chill out of these sophisticated and stylish spaces.

Crafting a Contemporary Kitchen Renovation

Contemporary kitchen design focuses on the 21st-century lifestyle.

Integrated appliances, strategic use of space and natural light, and innovative storage solutions mean every square inch of the room is used to meet a family’s needs. Marvista Design + Build wants your kitchen renovation experience to be enjoyable. We design practical, contemporary kitchens that look great while incorporating all the modern features you need, such as:

  • Custom storage for appliances, cookware, cutlery, serving pieces, and more
  • Original and distinctive islands, with or without a range or second sink
  • Mixed materials such as stone, wood, tile, and metal
  • Focal features such as custom backsplashes or dual fireplaces
  • Walk-in pantries
  • Open floorplans adjacent to other living areas or the outdoors
  • Dramatic lighting and fixtures

We use comprehensive planning and a detailed, proven design/build process to ensure your new kitchen comes to life with minimal disruption to you and your family. We take great pride in integrating existing home features with new elements that represent the vanguard of design. Throughout the entire renovation process, we stay focused on your unique needs. We carefully listen to your thoughts and concerns and respect that the ultimate design decisions rest with you, the client. We’re here to serve you.

Our contemporary kitchen renovation process guarantees:

  • Complete and undivided attention to detail
  • Years of design and construction experience
  • Quality product lines
  • Superior installation services

Let’s Get Started

A kitchen renovation can increase the value of your home, increase efficiency, and save you money over the long term.

Most importantly, it increases your comfort and enjoyment of your home, making it one of the best and most satisfying home improvements to invest in. Marvista Design + Build can help you transform your current kitchen into the contemporary space you’ve always dreamed of. If you’re ready to begin your custom kitchen design, we would love to show you how we can turn your older kitchen into a spectacular and functional space that meets all your needs and wants. Call (412) 785-3332 or contact us online today to schedule a virtual consultation about your next home renovation project.

Home Additions

If you’ve outgrown your home but love where you live, a well-planned addition can change everything. Whether it’s a larger kitchen, a new primary suite, a second story, or space for extended family, we handle everything from zoning and permitting to final punch list.

Our design-build model means we look at the big picture—how the addition will tie into your existing home, what systems need to be updated, and how to make the space feel like it’s always been there. No handoffs between designer and builder, and no surprises halfway through.

New Home Construction

Over the last 15+ years, our team has built dozens of homes from the ground up across Pittsburgh—from infill lots in tight city neighborhoods to new builds on wide-open land. If you’ve got a lot and a big idea, we know how to take it from dirt to done.

Our design + build process keeps everything under one roof: we handle the architecture, permitting, selections, materials, and construction—no bouncing between firms or chasing down answers. You get a clear plan, one point of contact, and a home that’s built to work beautifully for how you live.

Second Story Additions

Expand upward without compromise. Whether adding bedrooms, a private retreat, or a complete second level, our second-story additions maximize space without sacrificing design cohesion.

Thoughtfully planned and flawlessly executed, these additions feel like they were always meant to be, enhancing both function and architectural elegance.

Kitchens

The kitchen does a lot of heavy lifting in your home—it’s where people gather, where meals happen, and where the day starts and ends. We’ve remodeled everything from compact galley kitchens to wide-open spaces with massive islands and hidden storage.

Our design-build team will help you figure out what actually works for your family—whether it’s better lighting, more prep space, smarter appliance placement, or adding a pantry. We’ll walk you through layout options, cabinetry styles, and finishes that make sense for your lifestyle.

Bathrooms

Bathrooms should work well and look good—but they also need to hold up to daily life. Whether you're dealing with poor layout, dated fixtures, or lack of storage, we’ll help you reimagine the space with better function and smarter design.

We’ve built everything from sleek powder rooms to spa-style primary bathrooms. We’ll guide you through materials that hold up to moisture and wear, storage solutions that actually work, and layout changes that make a big difference. We also flag issues like water pressure, ventilation, and code—before you even start.

Primary Suites

Your private retreat should feel effortless, elegant, and entirely your own.

From reimagining layouts to creating spa-inspired baths and tailored dressing spaces, Marvista provides custom home remodeling solutions that transform primary suites into tranquil sanctuaries designed for comfort, luxury, and seamless living.

Whole Home Remodeling

Sometimes it’s not one room—it’s the whole house. Whether you’ve just bought a fixer-upper or your current home needs a serious update, we can rework your entire space to better suit how you live today.

We’ll help you figure out what stays, what changes, and how to prioritize your investment. From structural updates and layout changes to finishes and fixture selections, our team keeps the process clear and on track—so you're not managing ten different players or chasing down details.

Older Homes

Pittsburgh has no shortage of charm—and no shortage of surprises hiding behind the walls. We’ve spent the last 15+ years remodeling older homes all over the city, from century-old brick houses to post-war ranches.

That means we know how to work with plaster, knob-and-tube, sagging floors, oddball additions, and all the other quirks that come with age. Our goal isn’t to erase the character—it’s to make the home work better for how you live now, without losing what makes it special.

Basements

Basements can be a lot more than storage space. Whether you want a guest suite, a media room, a home gym, or a quiet place to work, we’ll help you get the most out of the square footage you already have.

We consider moisture control, ceiling height, egress, lighting, and sound—all the stuff that makes a basement feel finished and comfortable, not just renovated. And, because we handle everything from layout to construction, you don’t need to worry about chasing permits or coordinating trades.

Decks

A deck is an extension of your home, not just something tacked on. We design decks that actually work for your lifestyle—multi-levels, built-in seating, space for a grill or fire pit, whatever makes sense for how you entertain or relax.

We use durable materials and think through all the details (like lighting, drainage, or storage), and we make sure it ties into your home both structurally and visually. We also take care of permits and make sure everything is built to code, so you don’t have to second-guess anything down the line.

Aging-in-Place

A home should support every stage of life. Our aging-in-place renovations prioritize accessibility without compromising style.

Thoughtful updates—such as barrier-free showers, wider doorways, and discreet safety enhancements, as well as modern amenities such as home elevators—ensure your home remains as beautiful as it is functional, allowing you to continue living comfortably in the home you love.