I have hired 1st Stage for multiple properties over the years. In the past, they generally did…read moregreat work and I was impressed with their staging style, professionalism, availability, and pricing. That said, my most recent experience was disappointing. I had them stage a modern townhouse in Costa Mesa near the beach. Unfortunately, the staging style they chose did not match the aesthetic of the property at all. I am not a designer, so I typically trust their vision and let them take the lead. This time, I reached out to their team and simply asked if we could swap out a few items to make the space feel more modern or beachy. I was told I would need to pay a restocking fee. That response was frustrating. I had referred them many jobs and clients in the past, and while the fee itself was not a large amount, it felt unnecessary and left a bad impression. They did eventually waive the fee, which I appreciated, but the situation already felt mishandled. Fast forward a bit. The property did not sell, and I requested that it be de-staged. Their team came out a few days later and removed the furniture. A few months after that, they emailed both me and my client, who was the actual party to the staging contract, claiming there was a prorated balance due for a few extra days the furniture remained in the home. The amount was under $400. The contract was between my client and 1st Stage, not me, so I was confused as to why I was included. Shortly after, Mark Sutton emailed me directly asking if I could take care of the payment by the next day. I found that extremely unprofessional. Agents are the ones who bring them business, and asking me to personally pay an invoice that had nothing to do with me showed a real lack of business judgment. I expressed my disappointment with their customer service, and the only response I received was a payment link. If you are looking for a stager who truly feels like a partner and values long-term relationships, I would think twice before using this company. In my experience, once an issue arises, you are treated like just another number, and preserving relationships does not seem to be a priority.

What an amazing experience we had with Janice and the entire team! Not only are they creative, hard…read moreworking, and professional, but they have the most beautiful and quality items! You can put your complete trust that they will stage your house to perfection so that it will look great for the photos and the tours!! Our home went into escrow 4 days after listing and we received $100,000 over asking price! The 1st stage service is a great value and will pay off tremendously in the end.

I contacted this business because I had recently moved here and had an open floor plan but it was…read morean L shaped area and I wasn't sure where furniture should go or how to set it up. The owner herself came out. I told her I just mainly need direction. So she told me like where the TV should go as opposed to where it was etc. I'm in the middle of buying furniture and getting things put together and delivered. But when the "dust settles" she will come back out and help or give me direction on decorating shelves or tables. I have some Knick knacks that I want to display but I don't want it to be too much. She was also telling me that I guess wall paper is back. Which I never considered, actually thought that was a 70's thing. But now I'm thinking about doing one wall in the living room something fun. Throughout the last 2 months she checks in with me via email or I know I can contact her if I have a question about anything. Plus she's very affordable! I called around for quotes and a lot of places were 2-3 times as much as she charges just for a consultation. You won't be sorry checking Paper Dolls out!

Evelin came by personally to review the walls and took the time to explain the process clearly…read morebefore giving a final price, which I really appreciated. The pricing felt fair and transparent once everything was assessed properly. Her crew was extremely professional, knew exactly what they were doing, and completed the entire job in one day. The final product looks fantastic. I'm extremely happy with the results and would definitely recommend them.

Carol helped design my Esthetic/Spa room. She has amazing taste!!…read moreI would recommend her to everyone

Trust me. She's the best interior designer I've ever known. Her living room design ideas are so…read moregood that you never waste your time for look for others. I love it.

Since the original remodel, I completed a second phase with Cam--this time focused on the patio and…read moreexterior, and I couldn't be happier. It truly feels like an extension of the home and is now one of my favorite parts of the condo. We were able to expand the outdoor living space and create more privacy and I love it! He got a great deal for me too on the tile cost. Both the interior and patio turned out incredible, and I still get asked regularly who did the work. Highly recommend Cam to anyone who needs a thoughtful designer who knows the nuances of designs fit for the desert in the Palm Springs area. We also did some finishing touches inside as well that really make it feel like a home with character.

I worked with Cam on a full gut remodel of our condo in Palm Springs and had a really positive…read moreexperience. He was easy to work with, open to ideas, and helped guide us through all of the many decisions that had to be made without ever making it feel overwhelming. The end result is a beautiful space we genuinely love living in, and we've gotten so many compliments from friends and family when they visit. Would definitely recommend him if you're looking for someone collaborative, wonderfully creative and with a keen eye for detail.

Love Elyssa and her amazing team! Oh my goodness, they saved me so much time from having to guess…read moreon what do or what I needed. Elyssa Contardo did a full redesign. I especially love my new living room. Will add photos soon! Great communication with her and the builders and they stayed in our budget. Highly recommend.

I worked with Elyssa Contardo recently. She did a remodel of our older home in Palm Desert. She was…read morevery organized and the job was beautifully done in a timely manner. She and Kelsey were always professional and very helpful! Absolutely love the results. My kitchen is gorgeous. She also helped me with furniture for our renovated house. Elyssa is easy and fun to work with. Cathie Skinner

I normally stage all of my listings on my own, but since this was 2+ hour drive for me, I decided…read moreto try a staging company and they did not disappoint! They really transformed the house into a home with just the right amount of appropriate furniture for the style of home. Highly recommended!

I have hired alongside my real estate clients Simply Staging multiple times. We have been very…read morehappy with the service and quality from beginning to end. They are extremely efficient from scheduling, getting a quote, install and removal. The furniture and decor is top notch and fits with the design of the home. We will continue to work with them on future projects.

There is just no more creative, skilled, knowledgeable and talented interior design person I know…read moreof. Bella worked tirelessly to create an amazing La Quinta home for us after we found ourselves having to take a new home build back down to the beams due to many issues. She was so patient when I wanted to be a part of the selections from wallpaper, paint, window coverings and lighting throughout to tile, quartzite, limestone and fireplace surround... and much more! There was so much legwork and communication with service workers and vendors required, many throughout the country. When I would dream up a few reconfigured bath ideas, she engineered it and made everything work. Fit and finishes were perfect! Bella has been kind and so articulate the entire project. If I could rate her a "10", I would!

Beautiful work! Bella is not only talented but very technical in her craft.She is definitely one of…read morethe top designers in the desert.

I needed a kitchen design for what had to be the ugliest and most unfunctional kitchen in our…read moresecond home in Palm Springs. I waited four years to remodel until I simply couldn't stand it anymore. The previous owner had done the last remodel himself and it was horrific. I'm smart enough to know that I can choose color, countertops, faucets, appliances, etc... but without a fabulous design (in any space) you've got nothing. Every single time in my life I've used a designer has been worth every cent. Patricia and her team are the VERY BEST designers I've ever worked with. I've had several homes and many projects over the years. They did an amazing job for me. I took advantage of her "30 Days of Design" because it sounded like my kind of timeframe and I'm not in Palm Springs for lengthy stays. It was the perfect solution for me. Of course I had some ideas of my own so it was a bit difficult when Patricia's design didn't include anything that I would have done. :-) I showed her layout/design ideas to friends and neighbors and even my contractor and they were amazed. She also had several suggestions regarding tile, counter tops, etc... Some I really loved and others not so much. But that's OK. I ran my ideas by her and absolutely loved her honesty. Sometimes she even loved my ideas!!! The end result is absolutely stunning and so far beyond what I thought it was going to be that it quite simply takes my breath away. I am horrified when I think of what would have happened if I hadn't engaged her firm. She is obviously a true professional who knows what she's doing. I can't thank her enough for doing exactly what she said she would do. I put a lot of faith in her and it was well deserved. You cannot go wrong working with Design Vision Studio. I feel blessed that I had the pleasure of working with her and would be happy to do it again.

We really enjoyed our design experience with Design Vision Studio. Patricia and Kelli are…read moreabsolutely amazing and lovely to work. They had THE vision to transform our house to HOME and went above and beyond to make it happen and make sure we love the final design. They took the time to understand our style and expectations and proposed the changes that suits our life style and young/growing family very well. Vey happy with the service.