L Designs Kitchens & Bath

"First and foremost a Designer must be a good listener"

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Award-winning designer Lloyd Long knows that more than a pencil or ruler, being a good listener is the most important tool in a designer’s toolbox. Without it, the design goes nowhere. With it, a designer is able to translate the information he’s heard into a space that’s a functional and artistic creation.

Lloyd started in the industry as a carpenter, with experience as a general remodeler, trim and framing carpenter and kitchen installer. The hands on experience he gained from these years of service have proven to be a valuable asset in his career as a kitchen and bath designer.
This experience has given him the ability to create designs that will be structurally sound, improves his on site communication with carpenters and tradesman and allows him to better foresee any complications that may arise on a project.
In addition, his designs are created with consideration to how things will be put together in the real world. This insures that what you see on paper can be produced on the site, and the installation process will be planned out to the last detail.

Just as he combined his love for the technical & the artistic in college, majoring in math and art, Lloyd paired his practical knowledge of construction with the artistry of design 21 years ago. Lloyd’s dedication to education and industry ethics and guidelines meets with a commitment to staying in the know about the latest trends and product innovations.

 National Kitchen and Bath Association Certification:

Kitchen and bathrooms are the most essential rooms in a home. These spaces should be comfortable, beautiful and safe, while at the same time reflecting the homeowner’s individual style and taste. Designing a kitchen or bath to be both functional and aesthetically pleasing takes a highly specialized skills and knowledge. That’s why working with an NKBA-Certified Designer is invaluable.

Certification from the NKBA is the premiere hallmark for design professionals. NKBA Certification is based on proctored examinations and extensive industry experience. NKBA Certified Designers must meet annual continuing education requirements annually.

Choosing a design professional can be a difficult decision. By selecting an NKBA Certified Designer, you will be working with a professional who:
• Has demonstrated comprehensive knowledge in kitchen and bath design, as well as construction, mechanical and electrical systems
• Adheres to a strict Code of Professional Conduct
• Is an expert in the NKBA Kitchen and Bath Planning Guideline and Access Standards
• Is skilled at assessing consumers’ individual needs and wants in creating designs that meet and exceed these requirements
• Remains current on local building codes, safety and environmental regulations and the wealth of new products and equipment on the market

HBA First Place Residential Remodeling $25,000 to $50,000 ; 2009
HBA First Place Residential Remodeling $75,000 to $100,000; 2009
HBA First Place Kitchen Remodeling Over $60,000; 2009 
Kitchen and Bath Business
Builder Architect Magazine
Kitchen and Bath Design News
NKBA National Design Competition; Large Kitchens, Second Place 2003
Berks County HBA Parade of Homes; Best Kitchen, First Place 1997, 1998
Elkay Design Group National Design Competition; Large Kitchen, First Place 2000
Berks County HBA Remodeling Recognition Awards; Best Kitchen, First Place 2000, 2002