After thirteen years our kitchen cabinets are even more beautiful than the day they were installed and we have not had a single mechanical problem. Lisa, who runs her catering business from our home, says “I offer monthly cooking classes out of my kitchen and many people comment on how beautiful my kitchen cabinets are and ask who the cabinet maker is.” I tell them to call on Mark Calabrese and the staff of Traditional Design.

—Lisa & Eric Friedman
Fayston, Vermont

Mark Calabrese, Traditional Designs owner and master craftsman, built his first kitchen in 1979 and after working with master craftsmen in Sweden for several years, he returned to Vermont in 1987 and opened Traditional Design. Since 1989, the Skinner Barn in Waitsfield has been home to his millwork and custom cabinetry enterprise.

Mark's designs reflect the traditional Vermont architectural style of the Greek Revival and Federal period. His design work is influenced by Scandinavian, Craftsman, and Shaker styles.

"My goals for every kitchen are functionality, durability, and high quality craftsmanship. I have a great love of cooking and understand the working aspects of a well-designed kitchen in all facets."

Traditional Design uses only the highest quality materials and employs traditional and modern joinery methods.

Mark's other interests include: gardening, kayaking, camping, hiking, snowshoeing, skiing and playing music. Mark lives in Warren with his wife Susan and their dog Eddy.