Our Approach

Imagine Kitchens specializes in a FULL SERVICE remodel of a kitchen or bath. They are responsible for the planning, design and a coordinated installation process, on a planned time frame and at a pre-quoted, fixed budget. "We work closely with the clients, contractors & designers throughout the process to make sure everything is what they want and that it is done in a manner that maintains quality on the project.

Our talented INSTALLERS are integral to this process. We work on a consistent basis with the same subcontractors. "Our contractors have learned our expectations"

The SHOWROOM plays a vital role in helping the client to "see" their new room at the start of the process. There are six kitchens which are fully developed ideas with cabinets, counters, appliances, fixtures, floors, lighting and wall treatments. Three more bath displays are then complemented by a dozen assorted Vanities, Desks and a Buffet. In each case, the customer can refine their likes and dislikes and move towards a choice which meets their taste and budget. This is a "hands on" experience for the customer. We have cabinet, counter top and tile samples for choosing packages.. We are always updating and improving the showroom.

STOP BY and put our many years of experience to work for you. Whether you are redoing a shower or planning a bigger remodel, their planning skills, experience and broad range of products will insure the best outcome for your project. There is no charge for our professional design service. We really believe that we are the best way for you to do your project.

Meet The Team

JIM AND ELAINE RUSSELL, Founders & Owners

JIM AND ELAINE RUSSELL, Founders & Owners

Before opening Imagine Kitchens & Baths in 2006, Jim and Elaine Russell picked up their East Coast roots and sold their New Hampshire business Upcountry Kitchens & Baths (established 1985). They moved to Colorado to be close to their 3 children & 8 Grandchildren.

We brought with us a "treat others like you want to be treated" business mentality. We partnered up with our Son Scott in 2012 and along with our licensed interior designer Nancy we plan to remain open for many years to come.

Although Jim is no longer with us, he is in our hearts and his legacy will carry on.

NANCY PLEHN, Interior Designer

NANCY PLEHN, Interior Designer

Nancy is an accomplished Interior Designer with over 20 years of hands-on design experience. She has planned and designed kitchens and baths for both remodels' construction for a variety of clients including private owners, builders of spec homes and multi-family projects, interior designers, and architects. Nancy utilizes strong expertise in the selection of cabinetry, countertops, backsplashes, plumbing fixtures, appliances, and other finishes. She has developed and maintained extensive product knowledge of numerous manufacturers, attained through visits to manufacturing plants. Measured on site and developed floor plans and construction documents.


  • Bachelors of Fine Arts - Interior Design
  • Home Builders Association - Institute of Residential Marketing (IRMIII)
  • NCIDQ Certified 2000
  • NKBA/CKD Certified 2004

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Showroom Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday: By Appointment Only 

Scott Russell

Scott, son of Jim & Elaine Russell has grown up in the cabinet business, from loading stock cabinets into our barn as a kid, staring in 1985, to driving the delivery truck in the 1990s. He has a background in basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical issues we encounter frequently in kitchen design. More importantly, he develops great plans, working with customers to design kitchens until they are complete and detailed. He works with our installer or the customer's contractor to carry out the vision. Now, Scott is the one we look to update our phones and computers and developing our 48” computer rendering system for showing our customers their proposed kitchen on a 48” dynamic display screen.

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