Services
Custom Cabinets & Workstations
From reception desks and teller stations to office workstations and break room cabinetry, Lakeside Interior Contractors designs and installs custom commercial cabinets tailored to your space, workflow, and brand. We handle every phase in-house — from initial design to fabrication and final installation.
Experienced Commercial Cabinetry Contractor
With over 35 years of commercial interior contracting experience, Lakeside has designed and installed custom millwork, cabinetry, and workstations for businesses across Toledo, Ohio, Northwest Ohio, and Southeast Michigan. Our team brings in-house CAD design capabilities, a dedicated millwork shop, and experienced craftsmen to every project — whether it’s a ground-up new build or a full interior renovation.
We work with facility managers, general contractors, and business owners to deliver custom commercial cabinetry solutions that balance functionality, durability, and design. No two projects are alike, and we approach each one with the same attention to detail and commitment to craftsmanship that has defined Lakeside for decades.
Custom Cabinet & Workstation Solutions
Whether you need a new custom check-in desk for your healthcare facility or a statement workstation for your office space, the Lakeside team will work with you to bring your ideas to reality.
Lakeside designs and builds custom reception desks and teller stations that make a strong first impression while withstanding daily commercial use. We’ve completed installations of reception and teller systems for financial institutions, healthcare facilities, corporate headquarters, and more. Each unit is designed to your exact specifications, including countertop height, material finish, built-in storage, and any ADA requirements your project demands.
- Custom-fabricated to your floor plan and dimensions
- Material options include laminate, solid surface, and wood
- Coordination with your GC and interior design team available
Our commercial workstation installations are built for the way your team actually works. Lakeside fabricates and installs workstations for open-plan offices, private offices, and everything in between. We can integrate a feature wall or custom backdrop to make workstation areas a design anchor in your space, not just functional furniture.
- Custom configurations for individual offices and open floor plans
- Feature wall or architectural backdrop integration available
- Built using laminate, solid surface, and wood materials
Employee break rooms and common areas benefit from commercial-grade cabinetry that withstands heavy daily use. Lakeside builds and installs custom cabinet systems for break rooms, employee lounges, and shared service areas, all while being designed for durability and ease of maintenance.
- Upper and lower cabinet configurations
- Integrated countertop surfaces and sink cutouts as needed
- Durable finish options for high-traffic environments
Our team has extensive experience installing cabinetry in healthcare settings, including exam rooms, nursing stations, and clinical work areas. We understand the compliance, cleanliness, and durability requirements specific to medical and laboratory environments, and we build and install accordingly.
- Coordination with healthcare facility timelines and phased work schedules
- Compliant with healthcare facility standards for materials and installation
- Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) practices are available when required
Application of fire retardant coatings and intumescent coating applications to meet building codes and regulations as well as for added safety.
- Fire retardant and intumescent coatings (as specified)
- Prep work to support coating adhesion and performance
- Waterproofing-related applications tied to project needs
Specialized HVAC paint systems and metal deck coatings to protect against environmental wear and tear.
- HVAC coating systems for protection and longevity
- Metal deck painting and coatings
- Application for industrial and commercial environments
Services for pipe identification painting, column identification marking, and architectural steel painting that improve facility organization and meet safety compliance.
- Pipe identification painting
- Column identification marking
- Stencil identification for safety and organization
Protective coatings for Architectural Engineered Structural Steel (AESS) beams and columns, exposed bar joists and decks, and other essential structural elements.
- Coatings for exposed bar joists and decks
- AESS beams and columns finishing
- Protective coatings for exposed structural elements
Expert application of wood stain and varnish coatings to enhance and protect interior wood trims, wood doors, and wood paneling.
- Wood stain application
- Varnish coatings for protection and durability
- Trims, doors, and wood paneling finishing
Materials & Product Types
We work with a variety of commercial-grade materials selected for durability, finish quality, and compatibility with your design vision. Current product options include:
- Formica — A widely specified laminate known for durability and design flexibility
- Wilsonart — Premium laminate and solid surfaces for high-use commercial applications
- Pionite — A durable thermally fused laminate option available in a wide range of finishes
- Corian — Solid surface material offering a seamless, non-porous finish well-suited for healthcare and high-traffic environments
- All varieties of wood — Natural wood options for architectural millwork, feature walls, and design-forward installations
Not sure which material is right for your project? Our team will walk you through the options based on your application, traffic levels, and budget.
Why Choose Us?
- Design-to-install capability — In-house CAD design, in-house fabrication, and experienced installation crews under one roof
- 35+ years of commercial interior experience — Proven across healthcare, financial, corporate, and education sectors in Toledo, Ohio, Northwest Ohio, and Southeast Michigan
- Attention to detail at every phase — From design approval to final punch list, our team holds a high standard for fit, finish, and cleanliness on-site
- Multi-trade capacity — As a full-service interior contracting company, Lakeside can coordinate cabinetry work alongside flooring, painting, drywall, and ceiling services on the same project
- Safety-first job sites — Lakeside holds BCSP certifications (SMP, CHST, STSC) and is ISN and Avetta registered, meeting the compliance requirements of facilities-managed job sites
In-house CAD Design & Fabrication
Lakeside’s commercial cabinetry process starts well before installation. Our in-house designer works directly with you to develop a CAD rendering of your project, giving you a clear picture of the final product before a single cabinet is built. Precise measurements, material selections, and design details are confirmed at the design stage — so the fabrication and installation phases move efficiently and without surprises.
Our in-house millwork shop gives us direct control over quality and lead times. We fabricate custom cabinets, workstations, and reception units on-site, then our experienced installation crew handles delivery and installation in your facility.
- In-house CAD design and an experienced designer
- In-house cabinetry and millwork fabrication
- Design-to-installation coordination — one team, one point of contact
Custom Commercial Cabinetry FAQs
A: Lakeside works with a broad range of commercial clients — including financial institutions, healthcare facilities, corporate offices, government buildings, educational campuses, and retail establishments. If your space has a commercial interior finishing need, we can typically help.
A: We have an in-house designer and CAD design capability. You don’t need to arrive with finalized drawings — our team will work with you to develop and refine a design that fits your space and requirements.
A: Yes. We regularly work as a subcontractor on projects managed by a GC. We’re experienced in coordinating our scope with other trades and adhering to project schedules.
A: We fabricate in-house through our millwork shop. That gives us direct control over quality and timeline without relying on a third-party manufacturer.
A: Yes. We’ve completed phased installations in environments where the owner needed to remain fully open and operational during the project — including healthcare facilities and commercial buildings.
A: Lakeside designs and installs custom workstations and cabinets in the Toledo, Ohio, and Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan areas, including: Perrysburg, Maumee, Sylvania, Oregon, and Bowling Green, Ohio; and Ann Arbor, Monroe, Dundee, Milan, Saline, and Ypsilanti, Michigan.
Ready to Build the Right Workspace for Your Facility?
Whether you’re planning a new build or renovating an existing space, our team is ready to bring your cabinetry vision to life — from the first design sketch to the final installation.