Renovations, additions,
and custom woodwork,
built to last
R&D Design Studio is a two-man residential design-and-build shop, carrying every project from careful plans to high-quality craftsmanship.
Tailored solutions, crafted with precision
Whether you’re a homeowner with a project in mind or a contractor who needs a reliable sub, here’s where we come in.
Renovations, additions & remodels
Reworking the space you have or adding the space you need.
Walls, siding & trim
Structure, weather protection, and clean finish lines, inside and out.
Custom woodwork & installs
Built-ins, cabinets, shelving, countertops, and the fixtures that finish a room.
Windows, doors & floors
New or replacement, measured and installed to fit right and seal tight.
Decks & patios
Outdoor living space ready for summer cookouts and Western NY winters alike.
Design, plans & drawings
Plans that scope and price the work before a single board is cut.
Have one of these projects in mind?
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Designed, planned, and built by R&D — start to finish.
Meet Rob and Dan
R&D is small on purpose. Hire us and you get both owners — not a salesperson and a crew you’ve never met.
Rob Ward
Rob has been around the trade since he was a kid, and it shows in how he runs a job site. He cares about the craft and treats your satisfaction like it’s personal — because to him, it is.
Dan Kemper
Dan brings more than 25 years of experience and a designer’s eye to every job. He’s the one who turns a rough idea into a real plan, with a precision that shows up in the finished details.
FAQs
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