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 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.

10/10! I requested a kitchen interior design and received exactly what I was told I would get! Guan…read moreis amazing and very patient with my revisions and worked quickly and diligently! I tried many different remodel apps and was not getting anywhere near the custom look I needed. I can't wait to see how everything looks in real life. Price was very reasonable.

Make sure you specifically ask what additional fees will be added on to your design/project. Also,…read moreask the status of your budget throughout the design. We learned the hard way and were blind sided by the owner, Michael. We asked for a certain budget and found out through our meeting he was indeed 8k over and never told us anything until we asked about it. Also, expect him to beat around the bush when you ask him direct questions. Due to the misleading information, we decided to no longer request his services. I attempted to resolve the issue with Michael by just requesting a partial refund of the initial deposit, due to the misleading information and lackluster performance. However, he was so professional, where he actually chose to ignore my message and ran off with my money. Overall, I do not recommend this business.

Micaiah is the best investment we made in remodeling our home. We found Micaiah at an open house…read moreand his design really spoke to me and my husband. We are minimalists but with nice tastes, and Micaiah designed our home to just that. My husband and I are not rich people, so he made renderings that are to be either used right away, or done at a later date to help spread our money out. He not only does the design and renderings, but he helped us find our floor guy (and we love our floors!), furniture, shades, paint, etc. He knew we are on a budget, so he worked with our budget to find things that are affordable and sustainable. Our home is still coming together as we are spreading our money out, but once it is 80% finished, I will definitely post photos. Micaiah is so easy to work with and I highly recommend him!

I found Micaiah on Yelp and am so glad I did. He is very prompt and keeps the communication going…read moreat all times. He has such a gift and eye for design. I hired him to create a desert oasis around our home on a low budget and he remained constantly aware of our situation. He is friendly, talented, and gifted and really listens to his clients. You will not regret hiring him! Micaiah, thank you for working with us!

We have lived in six state and had a number of homes. As a RE Broker and in my new construction…read morecareer built hundreds of them and helped stage them also. But when our own home needed some inspiration and design help we called Brooke Hudson. She made some courageous decisions we would not have made without her assistance . The accent wall in the master bedroom is an example of that advice that is all Brooke. I can't say enough about her vision and direction. She came to the first meeting with a book of answers and colors that helped pave the way. She will ultimately save you both time and money if you ask for her help. Attached is a photo of the accent wall and barn door in the primary bedroom design she created.

We hired Kathleen to transform our garage into a small ADU, and we truly couldn't be happier with…read morethe outcome! Kathleen is a mastermind at what she does and really values quality and attention to detail. Working with such a small space was no easy task, but she had a solution for everything. Throughout the entire process, she offered thoughtful advice and creative ideas that helped us make the most of every inch. She made what could have been an overwhelming project feel so much easier. The finished space is not only beautiful, but incredibly functional. Everyone who has seen the unit is amazed by the design and attention to detail, and we constantly get compliments on how well the space was utilized. Kathleen was also wonderful to communicate with throughout the entire process. We felt heard, supported, and confident in her recommendations from beginning to end. We are so pleased with our ADU and would choose to work with her 1,000 times over. We cannot recommend her enough!

Kathy has done two bathrooms and a kitchen in my home. I highly recommend her. She is prompt and…read moreprofessional. She takes all of your desires into consideration when coming up with a design plan if I had anything left to do in my house, I would use her again.Lol

LaTina was such an incredible person to work with. She was kind, knowledgeable, prompt, easy to…read morecommnicate with, everything you would want. We wanted to stage one office that had an odd layout. Her vision for the space far surpassed our expectations. Every corner of that space was perfectly utilized, providing a cozy, welcoming and professional work space. From the decor on the walls to the details on the coffee bar and the use of color, everything came out just beautiful. If you need help with staging, Exceptional Dwellings Staging Services is who you need to use! We cannot praise LaTina and the staff enough for their creativity, skills, and vision. I am so happy we came across her page. We loved working with you LaTina and hope to work with you for many years to come.

Eric is a completed professional. He is so amazing that he is working on my other home from start…read moreto finish and will be doing neighbors home too!

Great custom item home goods shop with items for seasonal decor, selfcare, and all areas of the…read morehome. They have amazing art, custom furniture for both outside and inside your home, glassware and more. Bright lighting from their huge windows over looking Palm Canyon Drive, just before the corner intersection with El Alameda. More than fair amount of parking in the rear lot as well as on the street. My friend Art purchased an end table with a shelf here and they came out and put it together for him, talk about great service! The guys in the shop were both super personable and asked us both as well as any customers in the store if we needed any help or had any questions. Aside from whats in-store Christopher Kennedy offers Interior Design services, shipping (and returns), lighting, and has been serving its customers and clients for over 15 years. Check out their website for more info, but absolutely check out this one of a kind store, maybe bring some new life into your home. Getting some of their silicone wine glasses stat in my life...Easy to clean and no breaking!!

What a delightful and inviting store filled with interesting things. The sales team was awesome. I…read morewas especially impressed by their unique decorative accessories and pillows. Best yet - when I mentioned how sad I was they only had one of the throw pillows I liked, they called me the next day to tell me they could get a second one if I desired. Now that's outstanding customer service! THANK YOU!

It's been a year since I met Wendy! I feel so lucky to have her helped me decorate my house in the…read morepast year. With her help, my house almost turns out to be the one I dreamed! Wendy knows what she is doing and is willing to listen my needs. Even though my budget is tight, she always spent time searching the best deal for me to meet my expectations. Her patience made me feel she is an old friend because she likes to give me a hand and professional advices whenever I need! Highly recommended!!

After selecting our flooring, stone and granite, we couldn't pinpoint the right colors for the…read morewalls. After a consultation, Robin returned with the perfect color scheme that looks remarkable. She was able to work with us well, as we had already made many selections prior to meeting Robin. The end result was precisely what we had hoped for. She also found a great place for shutters and we did the whole house with her help. We highly recommend her, as she is capable of working with you at any stage in the process, our case being later. We have asked Robin's opinion on other selections regarding furnishings and decorating ideas, we value her professional opinion.