We met Kania through her shop in Oakland, and she's always been welcoming and enthusiastic in every…read moreencounter. Even without speaking with her, when you see the items she has on display and how they're arranged, you know immediately that she has impeccable taste and a good eye. It was an easy sell to engage her design services, and we're so glad that we did. When we had her over, in just a few hours she helped transform our space in several rooms as if she were a magician. She put us to work to sort and go through things, and in real time reorganized and rearranged furniture, books, and aesthetic. We went from apparent chaos to which we'd become accustomed to several new rooms, and a new found appreciation of what we already had. She can work wonders, and I couldn't recommend her more highly.

I worked with Mila and her team to design my wine tasting room inside the Fairmont Hotel, and they…read morecreated a stunning space while going above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect. I loved their work so much that I asked them to design my new home as well. They truly understand your budget and still find a way to exceed expectations. I highly recommend Milpost24 for designing your business or home. Thank you, Mila!

Working with Ingrid was a dream experience! My family and I live in a 100 yr old home in Oakland…read morethat had a bathroom that desperately needed upgrading. Ingrid has an artistic eye that clicked perfectly with our design wishes. She listened to our ideas and compiled 3D drawings to help us visualise what our bathroom would look like. Once we decided on a few key features and a design template, our project design came together very quickly. We chose tiles, a custom built vanity and marble top, flooring and bathroom hardware with Ingrid's input over a few weeks and then building work started with a general contractor, Adam Arrington Construction, suggested by Ingrid. We had Ingrid as an invaluable link whilst the works were carried out. All in all, the project was thorough and executed with great skill and a keen eye for detail. Our new bathroom has all of the hallmarks of what can be built by skilled craftspeople when great design is guiding a project. We are so grateful to have found Ingrid and to have her and Adam's expert work adorn our home.

Ingrid and Emilie were a delight to work with. Highly highly recommend their work and level of…read moreservice, care and style. We needed to overhaul or family room and had no idea where to start or how to tackle some oddities in our old home. Ingrid provided ideas and expertise on both he decor but also some structural needs like removing an old window seat, and making sure all the door casings and trim matched and fit faithfully in our Victorian. She did an amazing job of marrying my style with my husband's and created a gorgeous room for us. We took a few calculated risks on paint colors and furniture we wouldn't have ordinarily chosen, and they turned out fabulous. Exactly why we chose a designer!

We worked with Joinery Structures as the general contractor for a complete remodel and renovation…read moreof our home in Oakland. I cannot recommend them highly enough. They are communicative, responsive, thoughtful, and work to an incredibly high quality standard in everything they do. Our project was extremely complex (adding a story and remodeling both existing floors), and they made each part of it absolutely seamless. The finished work is stunning, and they finished the work early, even after we were forced to delay the project start for several weeks due to weather. We couldn't be happier with their work. The entire JS team were truly partners to us during the work, immediately communicating any changes that were required, advising us in situations where we needed their expertise, and acting as our advocates throughout. If you are looking for a GC, Joinery Structures is truly the best of the best.

We had an outstanding experience working with Joinery on a full floor remodel which included…read moreeverything from foundation work and drywall to bathroom finishes and custom joinery woodwork. All of the work was exceptional, with the custom woodwork being absolutely stunning. An entryway bench they designed with the architect and built regularly leaves visitors in awe of both the floating design and the unique joinery woodwork. Joinery has also been a great partner in maintaining their work. More than a year after they completed the project they were very responsive tuning a custom pivot door and helping us get in touch with a window manufacturer. Across the board they are great people, thoughtful designers, and absolute experts in construction and woodwork. A joy to work with and highly recommended.

Can I give 6 stars? Corine is the loveliest human and is so, so talented. I 100% recommend anyone…read morethinking about it to reach out to her! Working with her is a delight in every way. She is easy and fun and pours everything into her projects and relationships. We had such a hard time working with our contractor on our reno, and I was so grateful for all of my time and back and forth with Corine because she, by contrast, was a dream. I honestly don't understand how any human can be so good at paint colors. What on planet earth is harder than paint colors!!?! Corine has this incredible talent for it -- she would flip through a deck (nay, decks!) and immediately narrow down to a few choices and then every single time for us, the perfect color was in there. One of my favorite things about how our renovation turned out and the thing I got the most compliments on is our paint colors. It's super clear that Corine loves design and something really cool about her is she wants her clients to have exactly what they want. Her tastes aside (she beautiful taste, obviously), she's just not one of those designers who only has one look/one vibe. She can deliver on anything and make it look amazing. I would work her again a million times over and had to come and leave a review. If your hesitant about working with a designer (as I was) give Corine a try and thank me later haha

We purchased our home in 2014 and have used CM Natural Designs on two separate occasions - for…read moredesigning services/furniture/paint as well as for two total bathroom renovations. To say we would use her team in the future is an absolute guarantee. When doing our research on designers, we knew we needed someone who was confident in their design aesthetic but flexible with ours, mindful but creative with budget considerations, and a brand/company who was passionate, professional, and hands-on - this IS CM Natural Designs. From the moment we decided to move forward, Corine and her team were ready and available to answer all of our logistical/design questions - they were professional, worked with our deadlines, SUPER organized, and the attention to detail was always evident in everything she and her team did. For our master bathroom, she helped us envision the look and feel and manipulated the space/design to reflect that. We wanted ours to be a complete juxtaposition between masculine (industrial look and feel of bathroom hardware and shower door) and feminine design elements (brushed gold details/decorative lighting). To say this was accomplished would be an understatement. We LOVE our bathrooms. The whole experience with CM Natural Designs, from start to finish, was as effortless as any renovation could possibly be. As there are ALWAYS bumps in the process of any renovation (i.e. contractor issues, unexpected costs, ect.), Corine and her team took ownership of our project and handled it with poise and professionalism from start to finish. We will absolutely use her team in the future and cannot recommend her company enough.

I had a great experience working with Arleen for the planning phase of our downstairs remodel. She…read moreprovided valuable consultation on floor spacing, layout options, and overall flow of the space, helping us maximize both functionality and aesthetics. The detailed 3D renderings were especially helpful, allowing me to visualize different design possibilities before making any major decisions. Seeing the space come to life made the remodeling process much less overwhelming and gave me confidence in my choices. Her expertise, creativity, and attention to detail helped us see the full potential of my home. I highly recommend her services to anyone considering a remodel or redesign project.

Renovating my childhood home was exciting but daunting, and I had no idea where to start. Arleen…read moreguided us through every step of the way. She reviewed the architect's plans and our contractor's contract, provided 3D renderings, and helped us choose everything from floor brands and colors to paint and furniture. Her attention to detail stood out, especially when it came to deciding where to place lights and windows based on our furniture layout. She helped us select pieces that fit our budget while also making sense for our lifestyle. With three kids, she understood that storage was essential, and she came up with solutions that looked great and worked logically for our family. Arleen also helped us weigh the cost of buying new cabinets versus repurposing our existing ones, and she pointed us toward resources for budget-friendly DIY projects, like turning our bookshelves into pieces that now look like custom built-ins. She reached out to vendors, helped us think through natural lighting, and when we inherited furniture along the way, she stayed flexible with the design and layout of the room. She also balanced my ideas with my husband's, and in the end we both felt heard and valued. We absolutely love how our home has transformed into a modern space we're proud of. I highly recommend Arleen to anyone looking to bring their vision to life.

I'd been looking for a contractor to complete my bathroom for a while, and it was worth the wait to…read morefind Denise/Mariposa Designs. Highlights: - Lots of ideas, she suggested an idea that added space to my bathroom - Troubleshoots when problems arise - Attention to detail - she came back and completed hours of touch up after the bathroom was complete! - The workers she partners with do great work, arrive on time, great communication, and are respectful/kind I would definitely work with her and her team again.

My remodel was better than I imagined. Excellent quality, professional and at reasonable cost…read more Highly recommend.

We had our bathroom remodeled recently and the whole process went smoother than we expected. The…read morecrew showed up on time every day and kept the work area pretty clean, which I really appreciated since we were still living in the house during the project. What stood out to me was the attention to detail the tile lines are straight, the grout work looks clean, and everything feels solid. Communication was also good. Anytime something came up or they had a suggestion that would make the layout better, they talked it through first instead of just doing it. The project finished close to the timeline they originally gave us, which almost never happens with construction. Overall the bathroom looks great and feels like a completely different space now. If you're looking for a contractor that actually shows up, does quality work, and stands behind it, I'd definitely recommend them.

Eshel's team completely redid my bathroom and it looks amazing! He really helped me pick out the…read morebest stuff and finished on time within budget. I will definitely use them again for any other projects.

We connected with Rachelle through a referral from our architect, as we were embarking on a fast…read morepaced renovation and expansion of our home. I honestly do not know how we would have made it through without her help. There are 1000 decisions to make from tile to cabinets and paint, along with all of the finishes. Rachelle had excellent recommendations for high quality options that stayed within our budget. She helped us meet our contractor's deadlines, so we stayed on track to finish the project within 4 months. Everything came out so beautiful! She really listened and paid attention to what each of us liked to help us find our shared style. We are so grateful for her expertise and vast rolodex of resources and hidden gems.

Rachelle made very demeaning remarks regarding mine and my housemates disabilities. She spread lies…read moreto other contract workers and sent intense and inappropriate texts to my housemate and the person who referred us to her. She was very hostile and I did not feel safe associating with her. I just want to make sure people know to be careful with selecting businesses to work with. This is not a compassionate (or even remotely kind) company and I do not recommend using them if you part of a minority / targeted community.