Founded in 2001, Designs by Manross is a full service carpentry & finishing company with expertise in building custom cabinetry, furniture, bookcases, closets, barn doors, oven hoods, mantels and more for both residential and commercial clients.
Cabinetry
All types of wood species are available. The most common wood types that we use are Alder, Maple and Cherry
We use all wood on all cabinetry. No MDF or particle board unless requested for a specific type of finish All base cabinet boxes are 3/4″ ply with a birch or maple veneer/finished interior. Unless desired by the homeowner, all of our doors are made of 100% wood. We have many styles from traditional to contemporary. Finishes can be chosen from stained, painted and glazed. All of our cabinets are finished with a smooth furniture lacquer finish. We use European hinges and full extension slides.
Upgrades are available
– under mount slides
– self closing slides
– dovetail drawers
– spice racks
– specialty hoods
– appliance applications
– panels for appliances
– arrange for granite
– arrange lighting needs
Custom Millwork
Our custom work includes mantels, bookcases, entertainment centers, closets, barn doors, armoires, all types of furniture including tables, chairs, built-in offices and many other trim items.
Below are some before and after images of custom cabinet projects. When viewing the thumbnails below, please click an image to view it in full-size. Once open, you may click anywhere on the image to advance to the next.
Our 2300 sq ft showroom/finishing shop is located in Tempe on the SE corner of Broadway & 48th St. Our team consists of expert carpenters and finishers. Lainey Prather is our General Manager and Lead Interior Designer. Jose Zamora is our lead carpenter. We have 6 carpenters/finishers with a combined experience of well over 100 years in making cabinets/furniture. We service the entire valley and look forward to hearing from you to discuss your remodeling needs!and focused on creating custom finishes for our clients.
The oldest grandson of reknowned aerospace and western artist, Herbert Winthrop, John has built a business from the ground up and created a team and product that is synonymous with quality. John Manross, both an artist and businessman, is a graduate of the University of Arizona. John, his wife, Tulli and their two daughters, Piper and Reese reside in Ahwatukee Equestrian Estates, Phoenix, AZ.
As General Manager of Designs by Manross, and the resident color and design expert, Lainey wears many hats. With 18 years of management experience in both the corporate and small business world, she also brings knowledge in decorative finishes, cabinet finishes and interior design. Lainey has two sons, Connor and Chase, as well as a few dogs and resides in the Phoenix suburb, Ahwatukee.
Please feel free to use the form or information below to call or email with any questions or to visit us.
The photo and map at the bottom of the page will help you easily locate us. For a quote or to set up an appointment please call or email at anytime. We look forward to doing business with you!
Our Address
2215 S. 48th St. Suite E,
Tempe, AZ 85282
Get answers to frequently asked questions.
Q. Are your cabinets custom or manufactured?
A. We build custom cabinets here locally in Phoenix
Q. How long have you been in business? How much experience do you have?
A. We have been building cabinets since 2001. Our shop foreman has been building cabinets for over 30 years, and we have a Certified Kitchen Designer on staff
Q. Will you provide CAD drawings of my project?
A. Yes, we provide two dimensional drawings when requested and for all kitchen projects.
Q. Can I make changes to my project after the drawings are done?
A. Yes, we will revise drawings until each customer is happy with the design. We don’t start building until the client has signed off on the design.
Q. What type of warranty is offered on your cabinets?
A. Designs by Manross offers a limited two year warranty on all of our cabinets.
Q. What are your payment terms?
A. We require a 50% deposit before any fabrication begins. 25% when the cabinets are ready for install and remaining 25% is due upon installation.
Q. Do you have a showroom?
A. We are a working cabinet shop in Phoenix and Tempe Please call us and set up an appointment. We will be happy to meet with you at our place or your home.
