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Beautiful. Functional.
Built Just for You.

Transform overlooked spaces into stunning custom features with handcrafted cabinetry, built-ins, and tailored woodwork designed for how you live and to WOW your friends and family.

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Elevated Living

Timeless Design

Lasting Quality

Don't Settle for Generic
You Deserve Custom.

Cluttered shelves. Mismatched cabinets. Boring walls. Wasted space.

Most homes are filled with compromises—spaces that never quite worked, details that feel like afterthoughts, builder-grade features that don’t reflect your style or solve your daily challenges. Prefab cabinetry and standard molding can’t deliver the elevated finish or function your home deserves.

You don’t have to live around the problem. With custom built-ins, refined molding, and purposeful details, your rooms becomes more than just finished, they become a reflection of who you are and how you want to live.

Let’s build something better.

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Smart Design. Custom Craft.
Lasting Value.

Built for Real Life

Your home should work the way you do. Custom built-ins, functional mudroom benches, and handcrafted islands bring order, beauty, and ease to everyday living.

Built Around Your Style

From coffered ceilings to crown molding, wainscoting, custom built-ins, and one-of-a-kind kitchen islands, every detail is shaped around your style, your space, and how you want to feel in your home.

Crafted to Last

Good enough isn't good at all. You want the best materials and precise craftsmanship ensuring every feature is made to last adding lasting value and a timeless finish to your home.

You’ve imagined the perfect space.
Now it’s time to live in it.

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Crafted Around You from the Start

Maybe you’ve been burned before. Contractors who didn’t listen. Details that felt rushed. Results that looked fine at first but never truly fit your home.

That’s not how it should be. You deserve more than generic solutions and vague communication. Every part of the process should reflect your vision, your goals, and the way you live.

With MJK Improvement, you get licensed, bonded professionals who do things the right way. Skilled craftsmen. Trusted partners. No cut corners. Just custom carpentry designed to fit and built to last.

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The team did an awesome job converting our unfinished basement room into a livable space! Although they were more expensive than other quotes I received, the quality of work and their ability to pivot or adjust mid work-stream was worth the extra cost. Definitely going to use these guys again for complex jobs that need a high level of quality!
Mathew Mayor5-Star Google Review
Highly recommend. I received Marlon‘s information as a referral after a major flood loss occurred due to a pipe burst in my kitchen. My basement was completely flooded out and a total loss. Marlon collaborated with me and insurance to get the best possible outcome Marlon’s customer service was excellent. He focused on clear , logical communication that was always with the tone of respect and concern for the client.
Karyn Pickett
Karyn Pickett5-Star Google Review
We could not be more pleased with our experience working with MJK Improvements. The price was reasonable but more importantly the quality of the craftsmanship was excellent. Fantastic attention to detail. They were very friendly and professional. They went out of their way to keep our house clean throughout the project. Marlon does a fantastic job of communicating and coordinating. A great experience. We will certainly be using MKK Improvements for our next project.
Michael Johnson
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Three Easy Steps to
The Space of Your Dreams.

1

Book a Home Visit

We’ll visit your home, listen closely, and help you map out the finishes so you get the space of your dreams.

2

Design & Build

Our team works around your schedule, handling everything with care, transparency, and precision.

3

Relax & Enjoy

Love your new look every day because it’s finally what you dreamed it could be.

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Custom Carpentry
Frequently Asked Questions

Custom carpentry refers to specialized woodwork designed and built specifically for a home, rather than using prefabricated or standard products.

Custom carpentry includes projects such as built-in shelving, custom kitchen islands, crown moldings, wainscoting, coffered ceilings, and other architectural features.

Unlike mass-produced options, custom carpentry is measured, cut, and installed to fit the exact dimensions of a space, ensuring both functionality and aesthetics.

Homeowners choose custom carpentry to solve layout challenges, increase storage, or elevate the design of a room. Because it is tailored to the home and homeowner’s vision, it often adds long-term value, improves everyday living, and creates a more finished and intentional look throughout the house.

Custom carpentry differs from standard or store-bought options because it is created specifically for the unique dimensions and design goals of a space.

Prefabricated cabinets, shelves, or trim pieces are made in set sizes and styles, which may not fit properly or match the character of a home. Custom carpentry, on the other hand, is measured and built to align with existing walls, ceilings, and layouts. This allows for seamless integration, higher quality materials, and design flexibility that mass-market products cannot offer. The result is often a more durable, functional, and visually cohesive feature.

While custom carpentry typically requires a larger investment than standard solutions, homeowners gain personalized craftsmanship that lasts longer and enhances both daily use and long-term property value.

Custom carpentry projects typically include built-in shelving units, entertainment centers, bookcases, mudroom storage, and custom kitchen islands. It also encompasses architectural details such as coffered ceilings, crown moldings, chair rails, and wainscoting that elevate the appearance of a room. These projects are designed to both enhance functionality and improve aesthetics, giving homeowners more storage, better flow, or a more refined style.

Unlike general construction tasks, custom carpentry focuses on specialized woodwork that integrates into the existing structure of a home. Each project is unique, tailored to the layout, style, and goals of the homeowner. By combining precision craftsmanship with thoughtful design, custom carpentry transforms ordinary spaces into areas that feel intentional, organized, and visually distinctive.

The timeline for a custom carpentry project varies depending on its size, complexity, and level of detail. Smaller projects, such as custom shelving or moldings installation, may take one to two weeks to complete once materials are ready. Larger projects, such as custom kitchen islands, coffered ceilings, or full built-in wall systems, can take several weeks from design approval to final installation.

Time is also affected by material availability, design changes, and preparation work required in the home. In most cases, homeowners should expect a custom carpentry project to take longer than installing prefabricated products, but the tradeoff is higher quality, better fit, and a result designed specifically for their space. Clear planning and communication usually help keep projects on track.

Custom carpentry is often considered a valuable investment because it provides long-term benefits that prefabricated solutions cannot match.

Built-in features such as shelving, cabinetry, or mudroom storage create efficient use of space and often increase home value. Architectural details like crown moldings, wainscoting, or coffered ceilings add timeless character and elevate the overall appearance of a room. Custom kitchen islands can improve functionality and become a centerpiece for gathering and entertaining. Beyond aesthetics, custom carpentry is generally built with better materials and craftsmanship, which increases durability.

While upfront costs may be higher than standard options, the results typically last longer, fit better, and create a sense of pride in the home. For many homeowners, the daily enjoyment outweighs the initial expense.

Planning a custom carpentry project begins with identifying the problem you want to solve or the feature you want to add. This may include creating more storage, enhancing organization, or elevating the design of a room with moldings or architectural details.

The next step is measuring the space and gathering inspiration, such as photos, design sketches, or style preferences. Homeowners should consider materials, finishes, and budget before moving forward. Consulting with a skilled carpenter or contractor helps translate ideas into practical designs that fit the home’s layout.

Once a plan is in place, timelines, material orders, and installation steps are scheduled. A clear plan ensures the final project looks intentional, functions properly, and adds both daily value and long-term appeal.

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“Out of the box” doesn’t work for your home.

It can’t follow the lines of your walls, match the character of your rooms, or elevate the way your home feels.

At MJK Improvement, we’ve worked with homeowners who spent years living with blank walls, awkward corners, and features that never quite belonged. Custom built-ins, detailed wainscoting, and one-of-a-kind kitchen islands aren’t just upgrades they’re what make a space feel finished, intentional, and truly your own.

This kind of work takes listening, skill, and care. That’s why every project we take on is shaped around your home, your style, and the experience you want every time you walk into the room.

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Are You Ready to
Reclaim Your Space?

Custom carpentry isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about living better in your home. From built-ins to custom cabinets, and from wainscoting to crown moldings we’ll help you create spaces that function beautifully and feel just right.

Book your home visit today and surround yourself with beautiful, functional craftsmanship designed just for you.

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