the kitchen and bath peopleAbout The Kitchen and Bath People

A Design/Build Company Specializing in Innovative Design and Quality Craftsmanship

We are a team of professional designers and builders dedicated to quality and innovation. Our goal is always to see our clients truly pleased with the work we have done for them. As a team, we work together to complete all projects on time and on budget without sacrificing even the smallest detail. Read on to learn about our staff, and give us a call when you’re ready to put us to work for you!

  • Les Sussman is President of The Kitchen and Bath People/Wholesale Builders Products. He is a licensed N.C. General Contractor with thirty years of industry experience under his belt. With a background in home renovation and remodeling, as well as residential and commercial construction, Les knows quality and accepts nothing less. His good nature, professional demeanor, and keen eye for detail are reflected in the quality workmanship of our company.
     
  • Phyllis Sussman is Vice President and Treasurer of The Kitchen and Bath People/Wholesale Builders Products. She has designed kitchens and baths for builders and remodelers for twenty years and continues to come up with innovative ideas every day. Besides producing her own designs, Phyllis is also responsible for critiquing the designs of our staff and ensuring that every project is a success.
     
  • Dayna Futo is a member of the Kitchen and Bath People's design team as well as our color specialist. Her intuitive sense of proportion and style along with her love of art and color make her a valuable asset to our team.
     
  • Ellen Hinnant is a new member of the design team. She began her career in Texas as a designer for Toll Brothers builders before moving to North Carolina in 1999 to begin her own design firm.  Ellen has joined the Kitchen and Bath People as a kitchen and bath design specialist.
     
  • Diane Oxley is a residential designer for the Kitchen and Bath People. Since 1994 her specialties include whole house design and planning, as well as construction and remodel drawings.  She will assist in bringing your dreams to life - first on paper, and then for real!
     
  • John Mays is our Production Supervisor. He leads our teams in the installation of cabinetry, as well as all custom carpentry requests, and ensures that every project is completed to the client’s satisfaction.
     
  • John Callahan is the Kitchen and Bath People's Tile Installer. An artisan in his own right, John can bring tile and stone to life, creating a beautiful and distinctive design compliment to your kitchen, bathroom or any space in your home.

Our membership in the following organizations helps us stay current with the latest trends and procedures through continuing education courses and access to key industry resources:

    the kitchen and bath people - the triangle NCNKBA - National Kitchen & Bath Association

    NAHB - National Association of Home Builders

    HBA - Home Builders Association of Wake County

    HBADOC - Home Builders Association of Durham, Orange and Chatham Counties

    HBADOC - Home Builders Association of Durham, Orange and Chatham Counties Remodelors® Council