Business Details
43 Years
experience
Award-Winning Home Remodeling Solutions
Kowalske Kitchen & Bath is a family-owned and operated design-build remodeling company with over 40 years of experience serving Milwaukee and Waukesha counties. Founded in 1983, we specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling, basement finishing, whole home renovations, and home additions. Our in-house team of designers, project managers, and construction professionals ensures seamless execution from concept to completion. Recognized as Milwaukee Magazine's top 'Home Remodeler' for four consecutive years, we prioritize meticulous craftsmanship, innovative design, and client-centric service.Our process leverages advanced project management tools like BuilderTrend to maintain transparency and accountability. With a focus on functional, stylish spaces tailored to modern lifestyles, we combine decades of industry expertise with cutting-edge techniques to deliver exceptional results. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our NARI-certified project managers and a portfolio showcasing contemporary, traditional, and transitional design aesthetics.
Services
Kitchen Remodeling
Bathroom Remodeling
Basement Finishing
Whole Home Remodeling
Home Additions
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of local remodeling expertise
- Fully integrated design-build process control
- NARI-certified project management professionals
- Award-winning designs featured in industry publications
- Real-time project tracking with BuilderTrend software
Associations and certifications
- NARI Milwaukee
- Certified Remodeling Project Managers (CRPM)
What people say
Impeccable craftsmanship
On-time completion
Creative design solutions
Professional team
Transparent communication
Services
Kitchen Remodeling
Transform your kitchen with custom layouts, premium cabinetry, and modern countertops. Our designs optimize workflow and storage while incorporating the latest trends in appliances and materials. Projects include complete tear-outs, layout reconfigurations, and style updates that enhance both functionality and resale value. We specialize in creating spaces that balance aesthetics with practicality for everyday use and entertaining.
Bathroom Remodeling
Upgrade to spa-like bathrooms featuring luxury fixtures, walk-in showers, and heated flooring. Our renovations address storage needs, accessibility requirements, and energy-efficient solutions. From small powder rooms to master suites, we create cohesive designs that maximize limited spaces while maintaining water-resistant durability and easy maintenance.
Basement Remodeling
Convert unused basements into functional living areas with custom lighting, moisture control, and specialized zoning. Services include full wet bars, home theaters, and multi-purpose rooms that comply with building codes. Our team addresses structural challenges like low ceilings and mechanical system integration while creating inviting, usable spaces.
Whole Home Remodeling
Comprehensive home transformations that coordinate multiple trades under one contract. Projects include aging-in-place modifications, layout reconfigurations, and system upgrades that maintain architectural integrity. We manage exterior and interior elements simultaneously to ensure cohesive design language and construction timelines across entire properties.
Home Additions
Expand living space with architecturally matched additions including sunrooms, kitchens, and master suites. Our design-build approach ensures seamless integration with existing structures while addressing zoning requirements. Services include foundation work, roofing, and mechanical system extensions that maintain energy efficiency and aesthetic continuity.
People
Matt Kowalske
President
Third-generation remodeling expert leading strategic operations with 25+ years in residential construction. Oversees company growth while maintaining family commitment to quality craftsmanship and client satisfaction through industry-leading project management systems.
Christina K.
Design Director
Lead designer with 18 years creating award-winning spaces that balance aesthetics and functionality. Specializes in spatial optimization for aging-in-place modifications and contemporary kitchen designs featured in national publications like KBB Magazine.
Byron B.
Production Manager
Master carpenter managing construction teams with 30 years of hands-on experience. Ensures technical precision in complex renovations, including historic preservation projects requiring specialized joinery and material matching techniques.
Monica B.
Senior Designer
Certified kitchen and bath designer focusing on universal design principles. Develops 3D renderings that visualize storage solutions and workflow improvements, helping clients make informed decisions about materials and spatial configurations.
Malissa W.
Marketing Director
Brand strategist with decade-long remodeling industry experience. Manages client communication channels and coordinates community engagement initiatives that reinforce the company's reputation as Milwaukee's top remodeling choice.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We provide remodeling services throughout Milwaukee and Waukesha counties, including Delafield, Brookfield, Hartland, Wauwatosa, and Elm Grove.
What remodeling services do you offer?
We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling, basement finishing, whole home renovations, and home additions under our integrated design-build model.
How long does a typical project take?
Project timelines vary by scope but average 8-12 weeks for kitchens and 6-10 weeks for bathrooms, with detailed schedules provided upfront through our BuilderTrend software.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes, we maintain full licensing and liability insurance with NARI-certified project managers overseeing all construction activities.
Do you offer design consultations?
We provide free discovery calls and in-home consultations with 3D design visualizations to help plan your remodeling project.
How do you handle project changes?
Our process includes structured change order procedures with transparent pricing updates to accommodate evolving client needs during construction.
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Reviews (3)
Louise White
Aug 04, 2018
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Our thanks to Casey and the Kowalske Team for transforming our dated condo bath, kitchen and laundry space into a sleek contemporary livable spaces! The design and remodeling was expertly done and exceeded all expectations.
Maureen Muccio Remmel
May 27, 2018
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We are so pleased with Kowalske! From our initial meeting with Casey to our work with Byron - everyone was professional, exceptionally nice, and so talented. They remodeled our master bath and we couldn't be more satisfied with the outcome. Everyone that came into our house was so nice and respectful. The house was meticulously clean at the end of every work day. They were even nice to our dog! We highly recommend Kowalske and will be using them for future home projects.
Pat Dwyer
Jan 26, 2018
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Kowalske exceeded even our wildest expectations. They were professional, fair, kind and wildly talented. Everyone who walked into our house was a welcome presence. Nothing like we had expected. We had assumed that everyone who entered would be simply concerned about their work and nothing else. Yet, that was hardly the case. From top to bottom it was a phenomenal experience. We looked at a number of remodelers for our master bath project and were more than happy to find that the most expensive option is certainly not the best. We couldn't recommend them enough. In fact, we have every intention of using them again. No question.
