Dwell was great! We…read morehave a Spanish style duplex in northeast Los Angeles, that we wanted to fix up. Unfortunately, we first hired someone who didn't know what they were doing. We realized half way through that things were going in the wrong direction. We had to stop and find someone new. My wife saw some of Dwells work in our neighborhood and was impressed. She met with the home owner and he happily recommended Dwell. So, we met with Geo and work started soon after. We had to sandblast the exterior to remove the stucco work that was incorrectly applied and apply new smooth stucco. They also installed a new roof, wrought iron railing, central air, and built a new awning with Spanish tile. Everything came out great! We enjoyed working with Geo. Easy to talk to and responsive. Guided us through the process and helped with the aesthetic choices making my wife's vision for our home come true. Pricing was straight forward. What he quoted is what we paid. Geo and his team were great to work with. Everyone was professional and friendly. They were responsive in answering questions and keeping us updated on scheduling. Everyone on the job site was friendly, diligent and efficient. Through the process, other than making design choices, we didn't have to do much. Everything was taken care of. We highly recommend Dwell and can't wait to find another project for them to do!

Dwell is synonymous with quality, dedication, and client satisfaction. I have no hesitation highly…read morerecommending. Before contracting with Dwell for a full home, down-to-the-studs reno of a 50-yr old Pasadena home, I'd fired two general contractors: The first was a luxury, longstanding (30 yr) Pasadena firm that was simply too doctrinaire, languid, and non-responsive in their approach; the second was the opposite: too green, easily overwhelmed, and quickly passive aggressive and combative in communications to the point I was uneasy handing over the keys to demo and reno my home. I reset, cast a wide net for new prospects and interviewed 11 firms, all while recognizing that perhaps my expectations were too high and I was part of the problem. Gio confidently asserted that I *should* have high expectations, as it was my home that I was renovating. Fast forward, and the end product is phenomenal, surpassing my expectations without a single regret. A few notes: 1. Client dedication: Dwell and its full team (Gio, my phenomenal project manager Michael, Santiago, and the office team) all never gave a doubt that their focus is on doing the job right; i.e. in a manner that the client and the Dwell team would both share pride in. I'd be remiss if I didn't say Gio and Michael demonstrated a strong ability and interest in understanding the client's vision and truly wanting to bring it to fruition (far beyond simply delivering a product and moving onto the next project, as you risk coming across among other GCs). 2. Productive subs: Dwell knows its subcontractors well and they are each true craftsmen. Each was professional and courteous, regularly going beyond my expectations before I'd even seen their work product for the first time (e.g., more electrical outlets than I'd imagined from electrical sub, the kindest gentleman focused on getting the cabinetry and wood finishes "just right," a foundation and framing sub with steady-handed focus and easy client rapport...). Routinely, Dwell got quick responsiveness from subs, including when I'd mistakenly given the wrong delivery date for pricey patio doors (long story short: I realized my error at 6:30pm the night before and Michael and team very serenely hustled and were able to get their installers onsite the next morning to receive and install $20k patio doors; done with professional realism that it wasn't guaranteed yet effort to ensure the safety and secure install). 3. Realistic, predictable pricing: Gio tries to price projects right from the outset to do the job well. Plenty of contractors will lowball with a likely intent to add endless change orders or limit what is delivered. Dwell, in my experience, priced the project to do it well from the start and minimize any surprises or impediments that would limit them from doing the job they believe you actually want, regardless of what other contractors may tell you. 4. Respectful: There was not a single moment of tension or confusion. Michael, Gio, and team communicated incredibly effectively, even when your day job limits attentiveness or creates time demands. They more than understand and give advance heads up of items coming up for you to weigh in on, or suggestions to make the project go smoothly if you're time-constrained. 5. Humor: I'd moved from New York and was blunt at the outset that I didn't need to be best friends with a contractor, but I do expect basic courteousness and professionalism; they easily brushed past my concerns and regularly had me laughing. Doing a full home reno takes up a lot of mental space even when it goes well; to not be stressed but actually laughing through it is priceless. [As a post-script, I should mention that the reno was completed and I moved back into the place 2 weeks prior to the January 2025 Eaton Fire that ravaged Altadena and came within 4 blocks to my place before miraculously dissipating, sparing my block and the house. The care and concern that Gio, Michael, and team demonstrated despite the project having already been completed far exceeded what I could've imagined. This is a team that cares.] Big cheers to Dwell--Gio, Michael, and team: they have built a unique team culture in a tough business where it is easy for clients to be trepidatious and cautious. Run, don't walk, to do a project with Dwell.

Incredible people doing amazing things! When we first started, hubby and I were overwhelmed with…read moreall the possibilities. The Nixsi team helped us turn our vision into a reality and simplified the whole process. They worked with our budget and everything came out beautifully. Thankful to Nixsi Design for helping enhance our home into something cozy, livable, and pleasing to the eye! We are forever grateful!

Nikta and Serena of NIXSI design are absolutely amazing! They transformed the downstairs portion of…read moremy home (kitchen, living rooms, and powder room) from dated and dysfunctional to a gorgeous modern farmhouse that fits all of my family's needs (and then some). I was blown away by their concepts and designs, their attention to detail, and how they incorporated all of the things I needed. Their communication was fantastic, they were always happy to answer my questions and they went above and beyond to ensure I was happy with everything! When it comes to renovating the upstairs of my home, I will definitely be using NIXSI design and so should you!!!

Finding Jeff and his WCO team was the miracles of miracles this summer!!! I can't even begin to…read moreconvey how highly I recommend Jeff for his responsiveness, professionalism, personal attention to detail, and excellent prices. Here is how we found him: My wife and I originally made a deal with one of the big, national companies that constantly offers "half-off" promotions on their junk mailers (side note: it's not really half off, they just artificially double the price and then reduce it to the same rates Jeff originally charges). Anyway, on the day of installation for our two master bedroom closets, the National company shows up late with the WRONG plans and the installer blames me for the misunderstanding. Their dispatcher has no idea where my order is in their system, and the supervisor was a condescending jerk. So my wife and I fired them and started to frantically call every other big brand-name installer in LA, only to be told that the earliest available appointment would be mid-October!! It was unreal - our closets were completely gutted and our clothes were spread all over our spare bedroom. Fortunately, we found West Coast Organizers via this very Yelp page and appreciated the positive reviews about Jeff. When we called the number, Jeff personally answered the phone - no small army of dispatchers and customer service reps; just one man running a small, local business! I was so relieved to talk directly to him and not have to press 5 different menu options and be on hold for an hour. Jeff came over the very next day, took measurements and reviewed the concepts the designer from the National closet company made. He pointed out many mistakes, including that the closet design would have blocked the access panel to our master tub and that several feet of top space would have gone unused. Jeff gave us an estimated installation date of 10 days. He called 7 days later and said everything was ready, so he installed both of our closets 2 days earlier than expected!! Jeff's work is flawless. We can't wait to get him and his team started on our next project.

I just had all my closets redone and I couldn't be happier! Not only completely changed the way my…read morehouse looks at so much extra storage space! They were totally professional and definitely reasonably price. I highly recommend this company!

Alex and his team at Woodley Cabinetry were awesome to work with! We love our new cabinets! This…read morefamily run business really cares about their craft and will work with you closely to execute your project. They communicated clearly and were efficient and professional. We would hire them again in a heartbeat. Trust Alex and his team with your project and you will not be disappointed!

Alex went above and beyond to help me with cabinetry for a new cooktop in my tenant's old kitchen…read more I wish more businesses were like him -- someone who truly cares. I will definitely be calling him again.

Harmik arrived on time and was very informative about our closet. He is very very very detailed and…read morenice to work with.

PHENOMENAL! I can't say enough good things about A Custom Cabinetry. I contacted Harmik through…read moreYelp in regards to filling the "big screen tv" era hole I had in my wall. I told/showed him my vision of having a bookcase and he exceeded my expectations before he even started the job. He came out, took measurements, and drew my dream bookcase. I dreamed of making this space a bookcase before I purchased my home at the open house and Harmik made my dream come true. I cannot wait for him to come back and build my kitchen island and cabinet faces. You will not be disappointed. He is talented, skillful, passionate, and fast! THANK YOU

Lisa is a wonderfully experienced and expert designer whose creative input, aesthetic vision and…read moreprofessional contacts were instrumental for the success of our home remodeling project. We consulted Lisa once we had already embarked on the project although I wish we had done it sooner. From the beginning, Lisa made us feel welcome and comfortable even though this was not a million dollar project. We appreciated her positive attitude and generous spirit. She provided key input on layout, design and materials as well as expert vendor recommendations for window treatments, closet solutions, lighting, tiles, fixtures, wall coverings, furniture and decor. Her rates were fair and she was always mindful of our budget and time constraints when recommending ideas and solutions. Lisa took time to understand our aesthetic preferences. She worked tirelessly to make sure that the contractor/ vendors delivered high quality results and on time. When we had a small issue with the closet vendor, she immediately escalated it and made sure that the work was completed to our satisfaction. Her thoughtful recommendations and painstaking attention to detail were critical in delivering results which are beautiful, functional, and harmonize well with the rest of the house. Special kudos to her for the kids bedroom, bathroom and powder room- they are stunning thanks to her vision and selection of paint colors, wallpaper and / materials. Finally, we had a lot of fun working with Lisa. Her high energy, enthusiasm and sense of humor took a lot of the stress out of remodeling and made us feel good throughout the process. We really appreciated the opportunity to work with Lisa and hope we get to collaborate again with her in the future

I was introduced to Lisa Merkle Design through an old and trusted business associate. After many…read moreyears of working with interior designers and contractors directly- I can say without a doubt that Lisa Merkle provided me with the most satisfying experience- Incredible Seamless and elevated, beautiful results and budget spent wisely with increased property value. Also, she watched for details and was able to get prices and secure resources I could never accomplish on my own. Lisa is an extremely talented designer with so many incredibly valuable industry connections to assist with whatever we needed, and assist with any glitches that might arise. She worked with me directly, and really listened to me and helped me develop ideas and vision. I am beyond thrilled with the project in my West Hollywood home. Her relaxed and friendly demeanor as well as her sense of style, made her seem like someone I would enjoy working with. I am absolutely in LOVE with everything. Her imagination, creativity and attention to detail was a very big help. She is professional, resourceful, trustworthy, and easy to work with. Her customer service and record keeping skills are first-rate. Also, she always had an eye on the contractor and workmanship details. I never would have known to watch for these things. Everything came in on time, on budget, and exceeded my expectations. The painters and assorted trades and workers she recommended were timely, considerate, and professional. The quality of all the design and construction work is excellent, and we saved on budget with beautiful results. I absolutely could not be more thrilled.

I had no idea how or where to find a designer so I checked on Yelp and I'm so glad I did…read more Prathibha is marvelous to work with. I recommend her without reservation. I hired her for a one hour color consultation. She arrived on time, ready to work and she solved my issue. You really can't ask for more than that. My problem was three fold: I have an awkward living room space, the color I needed to find had to work in multiple locations and my husband and I just could not agree. Those are three big problems. But Prathibha was so smart. She looked at what I had to work with, took everything into consideration and found the wall color I needed. And, in fact, she chose a color group I had not considered at all. I had spent a small fortune on paint color samples and none of them seemed right. Choosing this color was becoming an expensive and frustrating exercise and was starting to take a toll on both my husband and me. That's when I called Prathibha. She has a great eye, is extremely patient and follows up to make sure you're happy. And she charges what I thought was a very fair price for her services. So, whether you have lots of rooms to design or like me, just need an expert's objective opinion to make a decision, call her. She's a real find. I found that spending some money for expert advice is money well spent in the long run. My husband is happy and I am thrilled and excited to see it all come together. Thanks Prathibha!

I am a Realtor in Los Angeles. Our team and clients have been working with iStage Elegant Interiors…read morein the past 6 years and they've been doing an AMAZING job with staging! I'm really happy to have them by us at all times especially as a realtor they always help us get the top dollar for our listings. I highly recommend it!

About six months ago, I noticed a home for sale just two doors down from mine in Woodland Hills…read more The furniture and staging looked incredible, and the house sold in about two weeks. Luckily, while they were moving out, I spoke to a woman who gave me Kim's contact information. Since I planned to sell my house in November, I reached out to Kim and decided to stage my home as well. She was easy to work with, highly professional, and did an amazing job. My house is now on the market, and I received my first offer within just five days! Staging makes a huge difference--I highly recommend working with Kim! Here are few of the photos

I used Kim for staging recently and I am extremely happy all the way around. I love the quality of…read morethe staging goods she used, the ease of ordering and them, completing the job so quickly and the price for what she offered. She very much exceeded my expectations and the house looks amazing!! I am excited to start showing it Thank you so much Kim!! Will definitely be using you again moving forward!