CONTRACTOR HIGHLIGHT

Meet Steve!

Our Lead Installer, General Contractor, and Resident Miracle Worker.

Steve began his career as a trained electrician before launching a successful retail business, Steve’s Sewing and Vacuum, which he owned and operated for more than 40 years. Once the store was running smoothly on its own, he returned to his first passion: renovating homes. With a deep well of technical knowledge and a love for precision and problem-solving, Steve found his true calling in the world of construction and design.

Today, Steve serves as the lead general contractor for Nicole Bailey Designs. He oversees large-scale renovations, from full kitchen and bathroom remodels to basement finishes and structural transformations. Whether it’s knocking down walls, building a dream kitchen, or managing the unexpected, Steve handles it all with calm confidence and an unwavering commitment to quality.

What makes Steve’s story even more special is his connection to Nicole. The two met just six years ago, and in that short time, they’ve built not only a strong personal bond but also a thriving design business. As father and daughter, their relationship is at the heart of the company, and Steve is often described as the soul of the team.

Clients consistently rave about his reliability, attention to detail, and genuine warmth. He’s the one who ensures every detail is just right, even if it means staying late or finding a smart solution no one else would think of.

Around here, we live by one of his favorite sayings:

Difficult we can do. The impossible just takes a little longer.

FEATURED WORK

  • "From the first time we met Steve and his assistant, we instantly felt comfortable. We enjoyed welcoming Steve and team each morning - they felt like a second family! Our kids felt at home with them and especially our dog. Coming from a family of contractors, I had high expectations. In these times, it can be challenging to find someone reliable. Steve was always smiling and often commented how much he enjoyed being a contractor! He always went the extra step to make everything perfect. Attention to detail was huge and every aspect of the project was managed with great care, enthusiasm and expertise. We are grateful and consider Steve a friend of our family! We are thinking of other projects he can help with to get his level of expertise, skill and most importantly- heart."

    - Kristy

  • "Steve is a true craftsman with strong attention to detail. During our recent kitchen/dining room refresh he was taken the time to make sure all of the details are perfect, even in this smaller project. As first time homeowners we’ve really appreciated this expertise when he’s taken the time to explain the little quirks about our house and give us his perspective about other projects we’re considering but aren’t in scope for the current work. We highly recommend Steve for your next project!"

    - Emily

  • "It was our absolute pleasure to have Steve as a part of our home renovation project. We felt Steve treated our project as he would his own home. He went out of his way to tend to details we wouldn't have even noticed that ended up having a big impact in our project. He also jumped right in to help remove furniture that was incorrectly left behind by a delivery. We wouldn't hesitate for a moment to use Steve again and recommend the entire NBD team to others!"

    - Alana

  • "Steve is the absolute best. Nicole brought him into our house initially to hang a new mantle and a TV on our stone fireplace. He has since helped on various tasks from repairing tiling and hardwood floors after we removed a wall, electrical, and even hanging curtains. He is probably the only contractor that we've worked with who we continually go back to for more help. Also, I'm pretty sure my husband loves hanging with Steve more than me."

    - Lindsey

  • “It was such a wonderful experience having Steve work on our kitchen remodel, because he gave each facet of the job so much care and attention. He truly worked on our home as if it were his own - he took the time to ensure the end results were just right. This often involved spending more time with small details, rather than rushing to complete the task. During the job, Steve became part of the family...we all miss him, especially the dog! The conclusion of his care and attention to detail is such a wonderful kitchen remodel that we appreciate every day we walk downstairs! Thanks Steve!"

    - Jackie & Rob

  • "Steve was awesome to work with—super detail-oriented, had great ideas to make everything more functional, and just a really nice guy overall. His team was fantastic too!"

    - Christine

  • "Steve was wonderful to work with! He had such warmth and charisma. He is a great member of the NBD team!!"

    - Jaclyn