Meet Our Team
Don’t worry about designers creating plans that do not work for you and your budget or corner-cutting contractors.
Our design-build firm is one expert team who loves what they do and works seamlessly together.

Nick Kornea
ceo/president
From building legos to becoming a carpenter’s apprentice at age 14, Nick’s passion has always been to envision and then create. Now, he gets to design, transform spaces and build people’s dream homes, what could be better than that?

Joanna Kornea
COO
Joanna’s keen intuition, attention to detail, and expertise keeps everything running smoothly and everyone happy at LBK. She and her husband, Nick, are parents to the office entertainer, Sophia, who loves to sing and dance at the office on days off of school.

Michael Kern
project consultant
As a New Jersey native, I discovered my passion for home remodeling during the renovation of our first home in Warminster, PA. This experience led me to shift my career to the design and build sector, where I now help homeowners bring their dream spaces to life. With over a decade of experience in client relations, I use my expertise to connect with customers and deliver exceptional results

Julie D'Arcangelo
lead designer
This über creative, mama of two brings so much talent to the design team! From weekly redecorating her childhood bedroom to commercial spaces, Julie can do it all! She gets giddy seeing her designs come alive for her amazing clients.

Alyssa Griet
lead Designer
A Montgomery County native who graduated with an Interior design degree from Philadelphia University. With a strong background in renovations, space planning, and new construction, I bring a problem-solving mindset and meticulous attention to detail to every project. My passion lies in crafting innovative designs that exceed expectations, and I’m excited to contribute my expertise as part of the LBK team!

Tammie
Guevarra
lead Designer
Tammie’s passion for design began at an early age, sketching her first house at just 12 years old. Now, with over two decades of residential design-build experience, she has cultivated a deeply fulfilling career she couldn’t imagine doing anything else. When not working, she loves to spend time with her husband, often traveling the world, especially to visit any of their children and grandchildren.

Victoria
Martin-Utterback
associate designer

Rosalind
Marshall
associate designer
Originally from the UK, she received her degree in Interior Design from the Art Institute of Philadelphia. Roz has been covering all aspects of design for over 20 years. She is always looking to see what is new and exciting to share with clients and is never happier than when her clients love their new space.

Beth
Gallagher
chief accounting officer
As the Chief Accounting Officer, Beth is the financial heartbeat of LBK Design Build. She keeps everything running smoothly by balancing budgets, managing forecasts, and ensuring every detail adds up to keep projects on solid ground. Outside of work, she’s a devoted mom, animal lover, and bookworm who finds inspiration in music, art, and time spent with her daughter.

Liz
Louden
office administrative assistant
With 10+ years in client relations, Liz brings a passion for customer service and building strong relationships to her role as Office Administrative Assistant. She’s focused on promoting a positive, collaborative, and efficient environment where both clients and the LBK team feel valued and supported. Outside of work, she loves watching Philly sports, live music and spending time outdoors.

Joseph
Makarewicz
chief production officer
Joe joined LBK over nine years ago and thrives in a team-driven culture built on collaboration, growth, and quality craftsmanship. He enjoys problem-solving and bringing all the pieces together to guide renovations from concept to completion while delivering an exceptional client experience. Working closely with the project and production teams, he helps keep projects organized, on schedule, and aligned with client expectations. He loves spending time with his wife, two daughters, and golf!

Jose
Santiago
Project Manager
Jose is passionate about creating functional and beautiful spaces for clients, and he enjoys working with a team of talented and dedicated professionals. Jose is always eager to meet new people and learn new skills, and he strives to deliver high-quality results on every project.

Kameron
Brooks
Project Manager
Kameron is a project manager who brings equal parts strategy, curiosity, and good humor to every project, whether he’s coordinating remodels, solving problems in a kitchen design or construction schedule, or tackling a Rubik’s Cube. When he’s off the clock, you can usually find him traveling, on a volleyball court, working through the NYT crossword over coffee, golfing, cheering for Philly sports, or being a very committed uncle to two energetic nephews, all while believing the best projects are built on clear communication and true collaboration.

Lyndon Hoff
project manager
Lyndon is a Project Manager at LBK Design Build with over 25 years of experience in commercial and residential remodeling, specializing in residential projects for the past 12 years. His hands-on background in framing and finish carpentry allows him to lead projects efficiently while delivering high-quality craftsmanship and a smooth client experience.

Chris
Cornine
Lead carpenter
With over 25 years of carpentry experience and skilled trade work under his belt, Chris brings our design team’s vision to life.

Rilwan Bello
Carpenter
Rilwan has always been driven by the desire to help people. With a background in design and carpentry skills, he aims to build our clients’ dreams. When he’s not on a job site, you can find him creating fun woodworking projects for the little one.

Alex Low Ramirez
carpenter apprentice
Alex, who recently relocated from Canada, brings three years of carpentry experience and growing skills in electrical and framing. A quick learner with tenacity and adaptability, Alex is eager to embrace new adventures and contribute to the success of the LBK team.

Kyla
Estelle
Content Marketing Producer
Kyla, an Ohio native, is a dedicated social media marketer driven by creativity, compassion, and community engagement. With a background in journalism specializing in lifestyle and entertainment, she joined the LBK team to directly connect clients with forward content. Passionate about bringing style and entertainment to audiences, Kyla is committed to delivering engaging experiences through her work.

Jordyn
Gaber-White
Marketing coordinator
With a strong creative background and a passion for storytelling, Jordyn brings energy, strategy, and organization to her role as Marketing Coordinator at LBK. She leads the charge in sharing the LBK story across platforms, from content creation and campaigns to events and brand initiatives, helping connect homeowners with the experience and quality behind every project. Her blend of creativity and process-driven thinking ensures that ideas not only look great, but run smoothly from concept to execution. Outside of work, her creativity continues through her many crafts and work in theatre, with a special focus on wardrobe and SFX makeup.

Illia Kornea
brand ambassador
Illia’s desire to help others has always been evident. Watching help others realize their dreams but sharing his vast expertise is just one of the many ways he cares for others.

Sophia Kornea
Aspiring Designer
With all the hanging around the office with mom and dad, Sophia is showing a strong interest in the world of residential design. She can usually be found at mom’s desk thumbing through project designs and giving her input and opinions, after homework is done of course






























