CHRIS STEARNS

Chris founded Chris Stearns Design Build in 1990 with a deep love of design, woodworking, and craftsmanship. That passion has driven exceptional designs and installations of custom kitchens, bathrooms, and other spaces for 30 years.

Originally from New England, Chris brings a clean and smart design style to the elegant and historic homes of northern New Jersey. As a master carpenter, woodworker, and draftsman himself, Chris works directly on every aspect of each project. And with decades-long relationships with highly-skilled tradespeople and artisans, Chris collaborates intimately with the entire team to ensure that each project's style and function meet—or exceed—the client's vision.

Let’s talk about your home renovation ideas, so we can share our experience and expertise with you. Contact us today to tell us about your project—or schedule a free in-home consultation.


TOM STABRYLA

Tom has been with Chris every working day since 2007. Tom is a highly skilled project organizer and carpenter who looks ahead to all the intricacies of the project with a keen eye and calm mind to make sure that everything runs smoothly and the job turns out beautifully.


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Since each job we do is different than the last, we draw on the expertise of a diverse, talented pool of craftsmen, vendors, and technical support staff. No matter which valued professionals join us on your job, you can be sure that you will be in the very best of hands. Our colleagues listed below all have impeccable reputations.

Mike Sweebe, Sweebe Architecture

Beth Hoffman, Beth Hoffman Interiors

Anthony Debenedetto, Debenedetto Construction

John Eannetta, Eannetta Plumbing and Heating

John Sileo, Sileo Electric

Arthur Hytlo, Carpenter Extraordinaire

David Wilks, Air Group

Mariusz Gryglik, M.G. Sheetrock and Spackle

John Demmer, Custom Millworker and Nutley Town Historian

Eric Plewa, Euro Style With Tile

Odair Fornaro, Bmb Flooring

Mark Weaver, Weaver’s Custom Woodworking

Peter Brooks, Peter Brooks Stoneworks

Dietmar Godon, Modern Shower Doors

Warren Hoffman, Hoffman Painting

Jay Jenkins, Bay Roofing and Construction

Diego Persico, Design and Drafting Assistant

Caitlin Stearns (Chris’ daughter), Designer in Training

Julian Stearns (Chris’ son), Advisor, Maine Mountain Post and Beam