What makes us

So bad to the bone?

What we do

commercial spaces

We create beautiful, user-centric commercial spaces that work to achieve the highest levels of functionality and productivity.
residential spaces

Whether it be new construction or remodel, we create custom kitchens directly reflective of your dreams and practicality.
chairs and lights

E3 Cabinets is a full service interior design studio. We can assist with all selections of your home including (but not limited) to countertops, flooring, tile, appliances, furniture, and accessories.
bars

From private wet bars for the home to large commercial applications.
bathrooms

Beautiful bathrooms.
closets

Want a custom design walk-in closet and storage system.

How we do it

For our initial meeting, we ask that you provide as much information as possible about your project.

Based on our discussion, we will provide a complete estimate including an initial design pricing. Only after this step is a deposit is required in order to proceed.

Our skilled craftsman will perform all installations to your complete satisfaction!

Who we are

Thom Knowles, Principal

Thom brings a wide variety of experience, creativity and entrepreneurship to E3 Cabinets and Design. Thom’s experience includes 20 plus years in the construction business, with the most recent 8 years being solely focused on the cabinet business. Thom’s technical expertise is in the areas of cabinet design, quality installation and effective partnering with architects, builders, designers and homeowners. Thom also previously served as CEO of Ameurotech Corporation, a furniture company specializing in the manufacturing of information kiosks. Thom recently achieved is CGP (Certified Green Professional) designation through the National Association of Home Builders.
Mick Saron, Construction Director & Principal

Mick is a well established and widely recognized master craftsman. His area of expertise is ensuring that all E3 Cabinets have the appearance and expected quality of the finest cabinetry in the world. Mick is a native of Liverpool, England. He spent 5 years studying at the London Guild where he learned the art of European style carpentry. Mick has brought this highly developed skill set and applied them to the installation of cabinets in the United States. Mick joins Thom Knowles as the principal owners and mangers of E3 Cabinets and Design.
Carolyn Hyatt, Director of Design

Carolyn is our design specialist and a graduate from the prestigious and highly acclaimed Western Carolina University’s School of Interior Design. Carolyn has been a kitchen and bath designer since 2004. Carolyn serves as an effective partner with Thom and Mick as they collectively strive to create customer satisfaction. Her particular skill set is in identifying customer expectations and creating custom designs that satisfies the customer’s needs and wants. She is an award winning designer in the Charlotte market, taking first place in "Best of the Lake." In the initial phases of planning your cabinet design, Carolyn will be your primary contact in developing detailed plans and selections.
Jennifer Hobbs, Design Assistant

Jennifer is our design assistant and a 2012 graduate from Winthrop University's CIDA accredited Interior Design Program. She works directly with Carolyn in the selections process and design of your kitchen and bath needs. Having worked in the countertop industry, Jennifer has a unique approach to design. She particularly enjoys kitchen and bath design because it allows her to combine her design skills with the technical aspects required in these spaces. Her job is to create beauty and functionality in the desired spaces of your home.