Our Story

Ottawa Valley Kitchens has been designing and manufacturing quality cabinetry since 1983. What began as a small cabinet shop in Stittsville, Ontario, quickly grew into something larger. After just one year in business, the company moved to Richmond, where our showroom and manufacturing facility continue to operate today.

Now located at 3855 McBean Street, our 17,000-square-foot facility brings our showroom, design team, and production shop together under one roof. This allows our staff to work closely throughout each stage of the process, from the first design conversation to the finished cabinetry.

Still family-owned and operated by Blair Howatt, Ottawa Valley Kitchens has grown into a team of skilled designers, cabinetmakers, installers, and support staff. For over 40 years, we have proudly served homeowners, builders, contractors, and commercial clients throughout Ottawa and the surrounding area with cabinetry built around quality, function, and lasting craftsmanship.

The OVK Difference

Bring your ideas to life

Work with experienced designers who help bring your ideas together into a layout that fits your space, style, and needs.

OVK employees from start to finish

From the first design consultation to manufacturing and installation, you’ll work directly with Ottawa Valley Kitchens employees who understand your project and care about the final result.

Locally built cabinetry

Your cabinetry is manufactured locally in our Richmond facility, giving us greater control over quality, details, and craftsmanship.

From Our Archives

1983 - The Beginning


The Stittsville News featured Ottawa Valley Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturing shortly after the company opened, highlighting its work area, custom cabinetry, and customer-focused approach.

2006 - Growth & Modernization


A later Stittsville News feature showed how Ottawa Valley Kitchens had grown, with specialized cabinet design software, computerized equipment, in-house manufacturing, and a continued focus on communication and custom work.

The Stittsville News. “Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturing Firm Has Been Busy Since Opening.” October 26, 1983, p. 11. Article by Pauline Fisher.

The Stittsville News. “Communication Is Still a Key for Ottawa Valley Kitchens.” September 8, 2006, Focus on Richmond section.