Zen Living

What Zen Living does

Zen Living Limited is a Calgary-based custom cabinetry manufacturer and supplier founded in 2009 that designs, produces, and installs cabinetry for kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, laundry rooms, mudrooms, wet bars, and closets, along with quartz and granite countertops and related hardware. The company operates from its headquarters and manufacturing facility at Bay 1, 4216-61 Avenue SE in Calgary, combining in-house custom and prefabricated cabinet production using state-of-the-art machinery with 3D cabinet design visualization for customer consultations. Two wholly-owned divisions extend the model: Cabinet Express serves Canadian supply-only buyers (self-installers and contractors) and Zen International supplies cabinetry and custom millwork to developers and builders across the United States.

The company generates revenue through multiple streams: one-time sales of custom and prefabricated cabinetry, hardware and accessory sales (handles, knobs, hinges, slides, moldings, range hood covers, glass), quartz and granite countertop sales, and professional installation and renovation services covering kitchen, bathroom, basement development, and whole-home projects. Pricing is quote-based with a Lowest Price Guarantee on kitchen cabinets; bathroom renovations in Calgary range from $5,000-$10,000 at the low end to $45,000-$85,000+ at the high end, with basement development priced at $40-$100 per square foot. Go-to-market is sales-led and anchored by the physical Calgary showroom paired with free design consultations as the primary lead conversion mechanism, supplemented by content marketing through the website, blog, kitchen guides, video library, social media (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Houzz), and a virtual showroom.

Zen Living serves four distinct customer segments: residential homeowners in Calgary and surrounding areas as the primary segment, general contractors sourcing cabinets for renovation projects, multi-family housing developers and builders in Canada, and US-based developers and builders reached through Zen International. The business maintains a Certificate of Recognition (COR) for health and safety from the Alberta Construction Safety Association, NKBA membership, and a 2023 Best of Calgary recognition for kitchen cabinetry. It is privately held, founder/owner-operated, and discloses no external institutional investment, funding rounds, or revenue figures.

Name

Zen Living

Legal name

Zen Living Limited

Website

https://zen-living.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Zen Living is a Calgary-based custom cabinetry manufacturer and renovation services provider serving Calgary-area residential homeowners, general contractors, multi-family developers, and US builders through its main showroom plus Cabinet Express and Zen International divisions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Cabinetry Manufacturing

NAICS

Wood Kitchen Cabinet and Countertop Manufacturing (337110), Household and Institutional Furniture and Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturing (3371), Household and Institutional Furniture Manufacturing (33712)

SIC

Wood Household Furniture, (No Upholstered) (2511), Household Furniture (2510), Partitions, Shelvg, Lockers, & Office & Store Fixtures (2540)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHSAPAIAA

Custom Cabinet Design & Build

Home & Personal Services/Residential Renovation Services/Cabinetry, Countertops & Millwork

SECONDARYCRAIAFAA

Kitchen Cabinets & Custom Millwork Showrooms

Consumer Products & Retail/Home & Furniture Retail/Kitchen & Bath Retail (Cabinetry, Fixtures, Remodeling Showrooms)

SECONDARYHSAGAHAE

Cabinet Hardware & Fixtures Installation (handles, knobs, hinges)

Home & Personal Services/Home Repair, Maintenance & Handyman/Furniture Assembly, Mounting & Installation

Keywords

• Custom cabinetry manufacturing
• Kitchen cabinet design
• Bathroom vanities
• Home renovation services
• Quartz countertops

Headquarters

HQ city

Calgary

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Custom Cabinet Sales: Manufacturing and selling custom and prefabricated kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities, and other cabinetry products directly to homeowners, contractors, and builders. Revenue is generated through one-time product sales with optional installation services.
2. Installation and Renovation Services: Full-service kitchen and bathroom renovation installation including project management, permitting assistance, and coordination with other trades. Services include complete kitchen overhauls, bathroom renovations, basement development, and whole-home renovations.
3. Hardware and Accessories: Sale of cabinet hardware including handles, knobs, hinges, slides, range hood covers, cabinet glass, moldings, and accessories. Also includes countertop selections and sink selections.
4. Countertop Sales: Quartz and granite countertop sales including kitchen and bathroom countertop installation services.
5. Supply-Only Division (Cabinet Express): Direct supply of cabinet products to homeowners who prefer to install themselves or use their own contractor, serving as a separate business division with own website.
6. US Market Division (Zen International): Supply of cabinetry and custom millwork to developers and builders across the United States through dedicated US division.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Zen Living designs, manufactures, and installs custom and prefabricated cabinetry for kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, laundry rooms, mudrooms, wet bars, and closets, along with quartz and granite countertops. The company operates a state-of-the-art Calgary manufacturing facility with an attached showroom, offers full-service renovation support, and provides hardware and accessory products. Two wholly-owned divisions—Cabinet Express (supply-only) and Zen International (US developers/builders)—extend its reach beyond direct Calgary-area residential sales.

Product overview

Zen Living is a custom cabinetry manufacturer and renovation company based in Calgary, Alberta. The company operates as both a manufacturer and supplier, offering a comprehensive portfolio of products including kitchen cabinets (Contemporary, Traditional, Transitional styles), countertops (Quartz and Granite), bathroom vanities, living room cabinets, laundry room cabinets, mudroom cabinets, wet bar cabinets, closets (walk-in and built-in), and various hardware accessories. The company provides two main divisions: Cabinet Express (supply-only for self-installation) and Zen International (US supply for developers and builders). Zen Living also offers full renovation services including kitchen renovations, bathroom renovations, whole-home renovations, and basement development. All products are manufactured in their Calgary facility using up-to-date technology and machinery, with over 50+ years of combined experience in cabinetry and design.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cabinet Express: Supply-only division providing products directly to homeowners for self-installation or general contractor installation
• Zen International

Products and services

• Kitchen Cabinets Custom and prefabricated kitchen cabinets available in Contemporary, Traditional, and Transitional styles, manufactured in Calgary with state-of-the-art technology and craftsmanship for residential homeowners and contractors.
• Bathroom Vanities
• Quartz Countertops
• Granite Countertops
• Living Room and Entertainment Cabinets
• Laundry Room Cabinets
• Mudroom Cabinets
• Wet Bar Cabinets
• Closets (Walk-in and Built-in)
• Cabinet Express (Supply-Only Division)
• Zen International (US Supply Division)
• Kitchen Renovations
• Bathroom Renovations
• Whole-Home Renovations
• Basement Development
• Multi-Family Project Cabinetry Supply

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced cabinet costs by eliminating middlemen through direct manufacturer-to-customer model
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Wise AbatementminorOthersLocal Calgary home service provider featured in Zen Living's Shop Local directory, offering abatement services to homeowners.
• Bhardwaj+Co Real Estate LawminorOthersReal estate law firm featured in Zen Living's Shop Local directory for Calgary homeowners requiring legal services during property transactions.
• VPS ConstructionminorOthersConstruction company partner featured in Zen Living's Shop Local directory for Calgary home construction and renovation projects.
• Axiom BuildersminorOthersBuilding company partner featured in Zen Living's Shop Local directory serving Calgary construction and development projects.
• Lear ConstructionminorOthersConstruction company featured in Zen Living's Shop Local directory for Calgary residential and commercial projects.
• Distinctive HomesminorOthersHome builder partner featured in Zen Living's Shop Local directory for custom home construction in Calgary area.
• Studio NorthminorOthersDesign/build firm featured in Zen Living's Shop Local directory serving Calgary architectural and construction needs.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Kitchen Craft Cabinetry: Canadian custom kitchen cabinet manufacturer and supplier serving both residential and multi-family/builder markets. Closely comparable to Zen Living's model of Canadian-made custom cabinetry sold through dealers and builder channels across Canada and the US.
• Merit Kitchens: Western Canada-based custom cabinetry manufacturer offering kitchen, bathroom, and closet cabinetry through dealers and direct builder relationships. Comparable operating geography, custom manufacturing focus, and multi-segment customer base (homeowners, contractors, developers).
• Aya Kitchens: Canadian designer and manufacturer of custom kitchens, bathrooms, and closets for residential and builder/developer customers. Comparable custom cabinetry manufacturing model with multi-segment go-to-market.
• Omega Cabinetry: Canadian-based semi-custom and custom cabinet manufacturer with a wide style offering and US/Canada distribution through dealers and builder channels. Operates in the same custom cabinet wholesale/builder niche as Zen Living.
• Cabico Custom Cabinetry: Custom cabinet manufacturer serving residential, multi-family, and commercial customers with showrooms and dealer networks. Directly comparable custom cabinetry offerings to Zen Living's kitchen, bath, and closet lines.

Broad incumbents

• IKEA (SEKTION kitchen system): Global mass-market furniture retailer offering modular kitchen cabinet systems at scale. Represents the budget/big-box competition that Zen Living's 'Lowest Price Guarantee' is positioned against.
• Home Depot Kitchen Design: Broad home-improvement retailer offering semi-custom kitchen cabinet lines and installation services through in-store designers. Competes for the same kitchen renovation customer as Zen Living's full-service offering.
• Lowe's Kitchen Design: Major home-improvement retailer with cabinet and kitchen renovation services. Overlaps with Zen Living's design-and-install model from the broad-incumbent side of the market.

Emerging players

• CliqStudios: Online direct-to-consumer custom kitchen cabinet retailer offering 3D design tools and competitive pricing in North America. Comparable disruptor model to Zen Living's supply-only Cabinet Express division.
• Cabinets To Go: Specialty retailer focused on kitchen and bathroom cabinetry with showroom + supply-only fulfillment across North America. Closely comparable multi-channel custom cabinet sales model to Zen Living's Cabinet Express.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/zenlivingyyc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/zen-living
• Instagraminstagram.com/zenliving_kitchenbath
• Pinterestca.pinterest.com/zenlivingkitchenandbath
• Xx.com/ZenLivingCanada

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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