Southern California’s Leading Luxury Kitchen & Bath Design and Remodeling Firm

Located in the heart of San Diego, Studio Stratton offers complete design services to California’s most discriminating home owners. Our commitment to creative & functional design stems from our experience right here in San Diego

 

Remodel/Design/Drafting/Cabinetry.

Located in the heart of San Diego, Studio Stratton offers complete design services to California’s most discriminating home owners.  Our commitment to creative and functional design springs from our experience right here in San Diego. The samplings here should leave you with the accurate impression that we are more than capable of rendering a design that is uniquely yours.

So take in our portfolio, discover our process, and then contact us for a complimentary design consultation.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Lance H. Stratton

Practical, Personal, Professional:

That’s Who I Am.

Creative functional design applied to every project I undertake:

That’s What I do.

Lance Stratton is an award-winning kitchen and bath specialist and full-service design professional known for the outstanding craftsmanship and customer service that he provides busy professionals in southern California, and across the country.

Lance has won widespread acclaim for his attention to detail and quality workmanship during his highly successful 32-year career. Virtually all his work comes from repeat and referral business, with some client relationships going back over 25 years.

He works on projects from San Diego and Palm Dessert to Mexico and London. Lance has won numerous design and service awards on both a local and national level.

Key to Lance’s success is the degree of preparation and attention to detail that go into his projects. He devotes many hours of research into his work and is one of the region’s few design professionals who provides detailed hand drawings. “I focus on quality more than quantity, and limit the number of projects I take on, so I can serve my clients better.”

Studio Stratton designs wine rooms, libraries, closets and other spaces as well as kitchens and bathrooms. The company is backed by some of the region’s foremost cabinetry manufacturers, engineers, general contractors, CAD specialists, installers, fabricators, and craftsmen.

Lance, whose work has appeared in publications nationwide, became certified as a draftsman at age 18. He then apprenticed for over 10 years under several of San Diego’s most respected residential architects.

Having mastered the disciplines of his craft, he now specializes in creating unique, one-of-a-kind projects for executives and entrepreneurs from coast to coast.

So take in our portfolio, discover our process, and then contact us for a complimentary design consultation.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Practical, Personal, Professional:
That’s who I am.

Creative functional design applied to every project I undertake:
That’s what I do.

Lance Stratton is an award-winning kitchen and bath specialist and full-service design professional known for the outstanding craftsmanship and customer service that he provides busy professionals in southern California, and across the country.
Lance has won widespread acclaim for his attention to detail and quality workmanship during his highly successful 32-year career. Virtually all his work comes from repeat and referral business, with some client relationships going back over 25 years.

He works on projects from San Diego and Palm Dessert to Mexico and London. Lance has won numerous design and service awards on both a local and national level.

Key to Lance’s success is the degree of preparation and attention to detail that go into his projects. He devotes many hours of research into his work and is one of the region’s few design professionals who provides detailed hand drawings. “I focus on quality more than quantity, and limit the number of projects I take on, so I can serve my clients better.”

Studio Stratton designs wine rooms, libraries, closets and other spaces as well as kitchens and bathrooms. The company is backed by some of the region’s foremost cabinetry manufacturers, engineers, general contractors, CAD specialists, installers, fabricators, and craftsmen.

Lance, whose work has appeared in publications nationwide, became certified as a draftsman at age 18. He then apprenticed for over 10 years under several of San Diego’s most respected residential architects.

Having mastered the disciplines of his craft, he now specializes in creating unique, one-of-a-kind projects for executives and entrepreneurs from coast to coast.

So take in our portfolio, discover our process, and then contact us for a complimentary design consultation.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Creative functional design applied to every project I undertake: That's what I do.

Having mastered the disciplines of his craft, he now specializes in creating unique, one-of-a-kind projects for executives and entrepreneurs from coast to coast.

So take in our portfolio, discover our process, and then contact us for a complimentary design consultation.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Marcie L. Stratton

Marcie has been part of Studio Stratton in various roles since its inception in 2010 and is now applying her many years of work experience as the studio’s VP of Operations. 

With a background in the medical field and insurance industries, Marcie has several years’ experience in triage, operational processes and procedures, customer service, analyzing and problem solving.

Marcie regularly participates in the design process, adding her characteristic practicality to balance out Lance’s creative whimsy.  Clients will also enjoy working with her to coordinate selections, deliveries, appointments, order processing and invoicing…. All Things Important!

Marcie and Lance were married in September of 1989, in the small town of Ramona in San Diego County.

Elly Leahy, AKBD, Allied ASID

Elly Leahy is a consummate professional who prides herself in providing a collaborative design approach. She focuses on designs that are timeless and classic in nature, putting function first followed by form. Her 18 years’ experience as an interior designer, provides a wealth of knowledge in materials and space planning.  Having spent 15 years on the board of the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), San Diego, she has a passion for kitchens and baths.  Her current role as the Communications Director for the American Society of Interior Designers supports her love of all thing’s interiors.  She participated in two San Diego Historical Society Showcase homes right out of school.  Her AS Degree in Interior Design was completed at San Diego’s Mesa College in 2005.  Elly has accreditations from NKBA as an Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer (AKBD) and has passed the CCRE (California Codes and Regulations Exam).  Elly’s work has been showcased in San Diego Home/Garden Lifestyles, Consumer Reports Kitchen Planning and Buying Guide.

Duncan Stratton

Duncan… affectionately known as “Dunkie”, is the studio mascot, welcome wagon, and chief security officer.  His friendly demeanor is infectious to all who meet him! Being a Poodle/Bijon mix, Duncan is considered to be hypo-allergenic, and he doesn’t shed.  He looks forward to meeting you when you visit the studio on Park Blvd.

We know that local residents are meticulous when it comes to design and remodeling, expecting nothing less than the best. For this reason, we have perfected the art of practical, personal, and professional services that exceed client expectations.

Installation

During the construction process, the project is handed over to your general contractor, but we won’t disappear! We remain available to you for questions and detailing throughout the process. We do recommend that your cabinetry be installed by one of our preferred installation contractors. Proper installation of our product requires some familiarity with our systems and techniques to ensure the best possible finished product.

Construction is not an exact science. We will have done our best to anticipate problem areas, and yet challenges always present themselves. We believe that there is no such thing as a “kitchen remodel emergency”. Any problem can be corrected. We understand the process and are equipped to provide solutions, working together with the other team members to solve problems rather than assign blame. We are most interested in the satisfaction of our customers and will work tirelessly toward that end.

Our San Diego design firm provides practical, personal, and professional services. We target the most pragmatic and efficient (yet creative) methods to turn your personal design ideas into something tangible. All our efforts are testament to the professionalism of our knowledgeable and experienced team.

I have been involved in multiple renovations and have worked with numerous people building out kitchens. For my personal residence everything had to be perfect. My wife and I interviewed and explored several options and the chosen kitchen designer had some high expectations to meet. Well we chose Lance Stratton and I am so glad we did. We are enjoying our amazing kitchen and owe a HUGE thanks to Lance for doing a masterful job from start to finish. If you are looking for a trustworthy and knowledgeable designer, look no further and call Lance. He is easy to work with and full of great ideas and years of experience.

David

I cannot thank Lance and Marcie at Studio Stratton enough. My new kitchen is beautiful, and they get much of the credit! Lance came to my house every time I needed him, often for advice on things other than my cabinets. He has a great eye for design and is willing and able to design the entire project!

Karen Brailean

We used Lance at Studio Stratton to do our kitchen design for our upcoming remodel. Lance is very easy to work with. He really listened to what we wanted in our new kitchen and came up with interesting ideas we had not thought of. I would recommend Lance for any kitchen or bath design.

Aubrey

I operate a Bed and Breakfast Inn and was recently told that I had to make major upgrades to my kitchen in order to continue with my dinner offerings. This was a major setback for me. Within days Lance came to Big Bear and drafted the required plans, figuring out the most efficient way of redoing the kitchen while still making it pleasing on the eye in a Bed and Breakfast setting. He couldn't have done a better job and I highly recommend him.

Johann de Villiers

We used Studio Stratton for our kitchen and master bath remodel and are so pleased with the result! Lance and his wife and their team are honest, professional, reliable and have impeccable taste! Our kitchen and master bathroom turned out better than we ever could have hoped and they have a very timeless style, thanks to Lance's good eye. We loved Studio Stratton so much, we recommended them to my brother and his wife and they were able to help them with their kitchen design and house layout and their advice and recommendations made all the difference in their remodel. We are so grateful we found Studio Stratton and would highly, highly recommend them! We also can't wait to use them again!

Phoebe Gardiner Katsell

Thank you Lance and Marcie for helping to create my vision of a unique modern bright lovely kitchen. My cabinets are beautiful and we constantly have compliments. Also a special thanks to @silversparrowhomes and Erin Calver for professional and quick installations.

Jan Lord

Studio Stratton headed by Lance Stratton has designed our “Outdoor Kitchen Pool Cabana” with expert knowledge of functional cabinetry and user practicality. He guided us to a well thought out beautifully appointed product that our family has thoroughly enjoyed. His extensive experience in “Kitchen, Bath, Outdoor Living Area” design has placed him in the “Elite” of “Award Winning” professionals. We utilized his services over 20 years ago for our kitchen and master bedroom/bath. We appreciate his “Attention to Detail” that we enjoy every single day. He and his staff are a pleasure to work with!

Ty Turley

I’m a design professional myself and working and collaborating with Studio Stratton is always a total pleasure! I have worked with them on several kitchens, outdoor kitchens and various cabinetry throughout homes all over San Diego. Their knowledge of product and functionality in different areas is unsurpassed. With one Client, I saw Lance go drawer by drawer in her kitchen and inventory things in order to assure her that all of her items would have a spot in her new kitchen! She was so reassured and I was so impressed! I would work with Studio Stratton happily any day of the week!!!

Kate LeCount

Lance Stratton of Studio Stratton helped me to create a kitchen that fits perfectly with the retro style of my home. Lance is professional and Kind which makes working with him a pleasure. He recommended an excellent contractor and took me to cabinet, tile and kitchen appliance to help me make selections that fit within my budget. I appreciated his willingness to listen to my concerns and work together to find the best solution. There was a problem with the cabinet doors I ordered not fitting properly. To solve the problem he had the cabinets refinished at his own expense, The finished project is the kitchen of my dreams! I cannot recommend Lance Stratton enough.

Amrita Kaur

Studio Stratton designed and helped us permit a small ADU in 2019. Lance was a sharp listener and was able to implement all of our "wants and needs" which wasn't easy as we had only 420 sq.ft. to work with. His design skills were invaluable. He helped us add light and flow to our ADU and suggested we create an outdoor space which we love! Lance took time every step of the way to make sure we were happy even with the smallest of details. He was patient when we changed our minds and made unbiased suggestions which were informative and invaluable. I would not hesitate to recommend Studio Stratton to anyone looking for an experienced, reliable, on-time and fabulous design group!

Tami McCraw

This is our second time using Lance and Marcie on a project. The first was on a large primary bath in a previous home of ours. The end result was a gorgeous bath that was one of the primary reasons we had multiple offers when we sold our home a few years after the remodel. A year ago we moved into a home built in '65 that needed extensive work - removing walls, raising ceilings, adding baths and adding a fabulous kitchen. We had already established a strong foundation of trust with Lance so we didn't even consider working with another designer. The project was recently completed and Lance's experience in construction as well as his obvious design background resulted in our dream home! I can't say enough about not only what talented, creative person he is, but he's also someone you really enjoy working with!

Theresa Whitty

My wife and I first met Lance in 2005 when we were designing our custom home. Lance did a great job designing our kitchen with WmOhs cabinets and bathrooms with Plato cabinets. The kitchen layout was extremely well thought out with placement of key components. We wanted distressed painted cabinets and WmOhs delivered on their reputation for quality finishes. Recently we needed a replacement panel for. A new dishwasher and once again Lance came through for us.

David Poon

We had a great time working with Lance and Marcie on our kitchen remodel. They listened to what we wanted and iterated with us to create a design we were excited about. Lance has a lot of relevant experience to draw from and helped us think through many important small details. Additionally, they gave us great referrals for contractors and vendors in the area to see the project through to completion. We're delighted with the result.

Josh Eckels

Lance is a fantastic designer and a real pleasure to work with. He was able to turn our small awkward kitchen into a beautiful place with so much more functionality and usable space. We get compliments from everyone who visits and have recommended him several times.

Jon Garrett

Lance @ Studio Stratton is a true professional, he designed a kitchen for us and a business/Shop layout. Both worked extremely well and looked great. Highly recommended.

Peter Noerbaek

Lance was an excellent partner in our kitchen remodeling project. He went out of his way to partner with the other service providers we engaged on the project even went the request wasn't technically his responsibility. He worked with us to turn our vision into reality in a cost-effective and functional way. We love our new kitchen!

Randy Conley

Lance designed our kitchen cabinets within our budget, was very professional and his ideas made our kitchen turn out beautiful!

sebastian dziura

We have done some cabinet installs for Lance and Team ..Great designs and Very easy to work with..Highly recommend for your next project

Mike Thomas

As far as kitchen designers, Lance and his team is top notch. Most people in the interior design space are very haphazard with their time frames and promise the most and deliver much less than that. Their knowledge of the kitchen environment is obviously based in long and deeply rooted involvement in the industry as they have SO MANY contacts and avenues to take and reasons for every step of the way. I would definitely recommend Studio Stratton if you are looking into a kitchen design and implementation. 2

Anthony DiDonato

Lance at Studio Stratton is a fantastic kitchen designer. His vast knowledge and experience in design and cabinetry is so helpful. I highly recommend Lance and Studio Stratton. If you are looking to remodel or add a kitchen, I suggest that you contact Studio Stratton and meet with Lance at their beautiful showroom.

Dave Custance

Lance Stratton designed our kitchen in 2008. His advice and design expertise made our remodel experience great. Although our kitchen is not large, Lance managed to include ample storage and work surfaces. Aside from the practicality, the kitchen is just beautiful. Every visitor has agreed that it is a show stopper! Thank you Lance.

Jeanne Wilson

My husband Adam and I have worked with Studio Stratton installing his jobs in the San Diego area over the last 10 plus years. As business owners of Professionally Designed Cabinets, we strive to align ourselves with the best in the industry and Lance is one of our most trusted relationships. He is a talented designer and we value the attention he pays to the planning and ordering process, allowing for the cabinet installation to go as smoothly as possible. He is creative, patient and customer service centered. I recommend working with Studio Strattton without reservation.

Beth White

Studio Stratton designed an outdoor kitchen and living room. Creative, innovative, efficient and responsive to all our needs. I highly recommend Lance and his team!

Wayne Meyer

I enjoy working with Lance. He is a great resource for my cabinetry and drafting needs. His extensive experience in the field is amazing and I appreciate having him as a mentor. I highly recommend his services!

Alice Thomas

We were totally in a bind with our project and Lance offered to try and help us right away! He listened patiently, took the time to understand our dilemma, and offered us several solutions so that we could move forward in a timely manner. We are so grateful to Lance for his time and expertise!

Andrea Repp

I am the Design Director for Esteban Interiors and we would highly recommend Lance and his team for custom kitchen and bath design projects.

Camille A.

I have had the pleasure of working with this company on multiple projects and have never had a bad experience. I would recommend Lance and his team to everyone!

Rhett Butler

Studio Stratton did the cabinets for my remodel and we were extremely pleased with the whole process and very happy with the cabinets

Scott Tucker

Lance is a great guy and his products are of the best quality. Working with him is always a pleasure

Benji Evans

Multiple creative collaborations with Studio Stratton…..wonderful firm….talent and professionalism ….always goes beyond expectations!

Stephanie Parisi

The Designers here are totally amazing. I would recommend them to anyone

Eugene Schwartz

Excellent, high quality, caring,and ethical

sherry hosey

Studio Stratton is professional, knowledgeable and provides excellent service to its clients. 2

James Becker