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.

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!

Troy is absolutely fabulous. Creative and talented, easy to…read morework and always beaming with positivity.

You will never go wrong leaving the design of your home and garden in the very talented hands of…read moreTroy Bankord.

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.

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!

This place is like a dream come true, I could move into the showroom! I love it all so much! Amy…read morehas the most extraordinary design eye. Bring her pictures of your space and she will create magic! Her creative energy is inspiring, and she helps you work within your price points. Amy and Interior Illusions are the best!

This is my go to store for home decor and furnishings. They have a wide selection and every shop in…read morethe valley has something different to show. I've found that the staff to be very friendly and helpful. So if you're looking for something special check them out.

The store is absolutely stunning! Service is wonderful, they are so friendly and helpful here. I…read morewould absolutely buy every piece of furniture and decor. Prices are a bit high, but these are pieces that you will keep for lifetime. One of my favorite furniture stores in Palm Springs, highly recommended!

The owner should have a meeting and have the empty watch Pretty Women. We stopped in to find a…read moreconsole table and the two gentleman sat at a desk and never acknowledged we were there. Went a few doors down to Christopher Anthony's and received great customer service and bought two items.

Everything was awesome. Great menu, Great food, Unbelievable service. Came from Indio and worth the…read moretrip

We worked with Alex and I can't say enough about the quality of the product and high level of…read morecustomer service. Alex made everything from picking out fabrics and colors to delivery very easy. The items we purchased fit right into our mid century modern home. Love love love them. Will definitely be buying more.