At CKS Design Studio we draw on this area’s history of fine furniture making and have attracted skilled designers, builders, and craftsmen from all over the country. With an average of eleven years employment, our truly dedicated staff is our strongest asset. Our family-like atmosphere has helped us grow not only in size but in quality and complexity of work as well.

Our design and construction team works closely with our Durham workshop to ensure that every design plan is executed with precision. Our production facilities are well-equipped to handle a wide range of custom work — custom cabinetry, panels, hoods, islands, built-ins, and furniture. Our group of highly-skilled, master craftsmen create the highest quality cabinetry and uniquely designed pieces to exacting standards.

Zack Simmons is known for his residential work that combines elegance and imaginative design. Zack has 20 years of work experience that has landed him several features in national publications such as Better Homes and Gardens and Beautiful Kitchens. Zack’s experience and background was cultivated and refined in New York City where he worked alongside some of the industry’s top designers. These collaborations include a penthouse with Sandra Nunnerley on Central Park West, a celebrity home with Thom Filicia, and several projects with Roman and Williams, including The Breslin Restaurant and The Huffington Post Headquarters.

Zack’s body of work ranges from kitchens that are clean and classic to living areas that are warm and inviting. Zack is a creative who has a well-trained eye for detail, craftsmanship, color, and texture. He works and creates within any style but is consistently known for his elevated designs that can be enjoyed for years to come.

With over 25 years of experience, Chuck Campbell incorporates a multidisciplinary approach that includes all aspects of the building process. Chuck and his team provide our clients with exceptional building experiences by providing them with a comprehensive building schedule, detailed drawings, a clean work site, and a finished product of impeccable quality and appeal. Chuck is loved by his clients because of his superior customer service, punctuality, and his careful attention to detail.