# Designs By Kate

**Trade:** Bathroom Remodel · **Address:** 63 Spring St, Hyannis, MA 02601 · **Phone:** (508) 778-1161 · **Website:** http://designsbykate.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.1/5** (low confidence) — from 5 reviews across 5 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 0 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Designs By Kate is a Hyannis-based kitchen and bath design and remodeling company founded by Mary Kay Roughneen in 1998 and moved to Cape Cod in 2004. The company says it handles projects from concept through completion, including cabinetry, countertops, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, and related new construction work.

Homeowners writing between 2022 and 2025 describe kitchen renovations, a basement finish, and a bathroom project. They specifically praise space planning, listening to needs and budgets, coordination from start to finish, communication, and the finished layouts. A 2025 reviewer described a second project with Mary Kay after an earlier kitchen renovation.

The written review history is small, with five reviews on file, while Google reports six ratings and Houzz shows four projects but no customer reviews or star rating. Before booking, confirm the exact construction scope, who performs the building work, and the cabinet and countertop selections. Designs By Kate is a fit for homeowners seeking design-led kitchen or bath remodeling and project coordination on Cape Cod; ask for a current proposal and schedule.

**Strengths:**
- Kitchen planning — reviewers cite improved layouts and efficient use of space
- Project coordination — homeowners describe management from start to finish
- Budget awareness — reviewer says suggestions worked within the budget
- Communication — reviewers praise updates and communication throughout

**Concerns:**
- Review volume — five written reviews are on file
- Platform coverage — Houzz shows no customer reviews or star rating

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Mary Kay Roughneen founded Designs By Kate in 1998 and moved its headquarters to Cape Cod in 2004. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](http://designsbykate.com) — “Company history (self-reported): Mary Kay Roughneen founded Designs By Kate in Denver, Colorado in 1998 and moved its headquarters to Cape C…”
- The company provides kitchen and bath design, remodeling, cabinetry, countertops, and related new-construction services. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](http://designsbykate.com) — “Designs By Kate is a full-service Cape Cod kitchen and bath company providing design, remodeling, cabinetry, countertops, and related new-co…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/designs-by-kate-pfvwus-pf~722333662) — “Services offered (Houzz): Kitchen Design, Custom Cabinets, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Custom Bathroom Vanities, 3D Rendering, Custom Counterto…”
- Google reports 5 stars from 6 ratings, while five written reviews from 2022–2025 are in the packet. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Designs%20By%20Kate&query_place_id=ChIJIzcnnBcx-4kR6oEl1Y7VJ0Q) — “Google: 5★ from 6 ratings”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21sU2IzSnhObXAzY1haMVUxUldXWGRWZVd4NFMyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmlSb3JxNmp3cXZ1U1RWWXdVeWx4S2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We worked with Mary Kay on our kitchen renovation, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations! Our old kitchen was outdated and …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tSU2JucFhURVJhZUMxbGQxbGxiWEUwWlVaMFdFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkRSbnpXTERaeC1ld1llbXE0ZUZ0WEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had our basement finished by Mary Kay. It was one of the best decisions we made for our family. It has now become A favorite spot in o…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ1M3RXOGpBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID53tW8jAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We feel fortunate to have engaged Mary Kay Roughneen of Designs By Kate for our kitchen remodel project.  Mary Kay identified our needs a…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURXeWR5cnB3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDWydyrpwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I recently had the pleasure of working on a bathroom with Kate.  The design was perfect for the space.  Communication throughout the proc…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURtcHRhQ2d3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDmptaCgwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ If you need a drawing done, go see Kate. You won't be disappointed. 😊”
- Reviewers describe kitchen renovations, a basement finish, bathroom work, planning, budget awareness, coordination, communication, and positive outcomes. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21sU2IzSnhObXAzY1haMVUxUldXWGRWZVd4NFMyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmlSb3JxNmp3cXZ1U1RWWXdVeWx4S2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We worked with Mary Kay on our kitchen renovation, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations! Our old kitchen was outdated and …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tSU2JucFhURVJhZUMxbGQxbGxiWEUwWlVaMFdFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkRSbnpXTERaeC1ld1llbXE0ZUZ0WEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had our basement finished by Mary Kay. It was one of the best decisions we made for our family. It has now become A favorite spot in o…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ1M3RXOGpBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID53tW8jAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We feel fortunate to have engaged Mary Kay Roughneen of Designs By Kate for our kitchen remodel project.  Mary Kay identified our needs a…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURXeWR5cnB3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDWydyrpwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I recently had the pleasure of working on a bathroom with Kate.  The design was perfect for the space.  Communication throughout the proc…”
- The written review history is limited to five reviews, and Houzz shows no customer reviews or star rating. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21sU2IzSnhObXAzY1haMVUxUldXWGRWZVd4NFMyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmlSb3JxNmp3cXZ1U1RWWXdVeWx4S2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We worked with Mary Kay on our kitchen renovation, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations! Our old kitchen was outdated and …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tSU2JucFhURVJhZUMxbGQxbGxiWEUwWlVaMFdFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkRSbnpXTERaeC1ld1llbXE0ZUZ0WEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had our basement finished by Mary Kay. It was one of the best decisions we made for our family. It has now become A favorite spot in o…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ1M3RXOGpBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID53tW8jAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We feel fortunate to have engaged Mary Kay Roughneen of Designs By Kate for our kitchen remodel project.  Mary Kay identified our needs a…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURXeWR5cnB3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDWydyrpwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I recently had the pleasure of working on a bathroom with Kate.  The design was perfect for the space.  Communication throughout the proc…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURtcHRhQ2d3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDmptaCgwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ If you need a drawing done, go see Kate. You won't be disappointed. 😊”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/designs-by-kate-pfvwus-pf~722333662) — “Houzz identifies Designs By Kate as a Hyannis kitchen and bath designer with four projects, remodeling and design services, and a Cape Cod s…”
- Specializes in Kitchen Remodel _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](http://designsbykate.com) — “Designs By Kate is a full-service Cape Cod kitchen and bath company providing design, remodeling, cabinetry, countertops, and related new-co…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21sU2IzSnhObXAzY1haMVUxUldXWGRWZVd4NFMyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmlSb3JxNmp3cXZ1U1RWWXdVeWx4S2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We worked with Mary Kay on our kitchen renovation, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations! Our old kitchen was outdated and …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ1M3RXOGpBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID53tW8jAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We feel fortunate to have engaged Mary Kay Roughneen of Designs By Kate for our kitchen remodel project.  Mary Kay identified our needs a…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/designs-by-kate-pfvwus-pf~722333662) — “Services offered (Houzz): Kitchen Design, Custom Cabinets, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Custom Bathroom Vanities, 3D Rendering, Custom Counterto…”
- Specializes in Bathroom Remodel _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](http://designsbykate.com) — “Designs By Kate is a full-service Cape Cod kitchen and bath company providing design, remodeling, cabinetry, countertops, and related new-co…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURXeWR5cnB3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDWydyrpwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I recently had the pleasure of working on a bathroom with Kate.  The design was perfect for the space.  Communication throughout the proc…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/designs-by-kate-pfvwus-pf~722333662) — “Services offered (Houzz): Kitchen Design, Custom Cabinets, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Custom Bathroom Vanities, 3D Rendering, Custom Counterto…”
- Also offers General Contractor / Remodeling _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://designsbykate.com) — “Designs By Kate is a full-service Cape Cod kitchen and bath company providing design, remodeling, cabinetry, countertops, and related new-co…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21sU2IzSnhObXAzY1haMVUxUldXWGRWZVd4NFMyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmlSb3JxNmp3cXZ1U1RWWXdVeWx4S2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We worked with Mary Kay on our kitchen renovation, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations! Our old kitchen was outdated and …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ1M3RXOGpBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4427d58ed52581ea!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID53tW8jAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We feel fortunate to have engaged Mary Kay Roughneen of Designs By Kate for our kitchen remodel project.  Mary Kay identified our needs a…”

## License

Status: **not_found** — verified against the official MA state registry, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Designs%20By%20Kate&query_place_id=ChIJIzcnnBcx-4kR6oEl1Y7VJ0Q): 5.0★ from 6 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Designs%20By%20Kate&query_place_id=ChIJIzcnnBcx-4kR6oEl1Y7VJ0Q): Listed on this source
- [Yelp](https://www.yelp.com/biz/designs-by-kate-barnstable-2): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](http://designsbykate.com): 28 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details
- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/designs-by-kate-pfvwus-pf~722333662): Listed on this source

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Deb H · 2025-11-20**: We worked with Mary Kay on our kitchen renovation, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations! Our old kitchen was outdated and had a poor layout. Mary Kay came recommended from friends. She listened to our concerns, worked within our budget and provided suggestions to help us fully utilize…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Maria Pierson · 2025-11-18**: We had our basement finished by Mary Kay. It was one of the best decisions we made for our family. It has now become A favorite spot in our home. Mary Kay is so efficient, she has an amazing eye and will get your space to someplace you didn’t think was possible. This is my second time working with h…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Tom Bourque · 2023-10-24**: We feel fortunate to have engaged Mary Kay Roughneen of Designs By Kate for our kitchen remodel project.  Mary Kay identified our needs and ideas incorporating them in various plan options.  The ultimate design and layout considered efficient use of space and work flow.  She coordinated the whole pr…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Paul Ginns · 2022-03-28**: I recently had the pleasure of working on a bathroom with Kate.  The design was perfect for the space.  Communication throughout the process exceeded all of my expectations.  I will be working with Designs by Kate again !!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Joshua Krutiak · 2022-01-26**: If you need a drawing done, go see Kate. You won't be disappointed. 😊

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