I am so fortunate to have found Erin Marshall at Kismet Design. Since we are elderly and…read morehandicapped, Erin designed a bathroom that is both safe and luxurious. She is a great listener and so easy to work with. We couldn't be happier.

I have been a fan of Erin for years and recently had her work on the remodel of my condo. I was…read morereally impressed by the depth of her knowledge and experience as well as her amazing design skills. From selecting finishes and flooring to picking a contractor, she really was indispensable and a great value. She saved me from some expensive mistakes and it was a great experience.

Hung up on us when we were asking about a bathroom remodel. That's not a joke, they actually hung…read moreup on us. Said they don't serve certain areas, apparently we're in a nice enough area to potentially even be served since we live a few blocks from them, but that's pretty off-putting. Then when we said we needed a bathroom remodel the lady said "we only do whole house renovations" and literally hung up. Mindblowingly rude customer service, that came off as incredibly snooty and privileged. Despite being actual neighbors this was the rudest Interaction we've ever had with a contractor or renovator. Edit: and now I see other people have gotten just bathroom remodels done, not "whole house" remodels. Wow. We now know which company to tell people in the neighborhood to steer clear from.

Encircle Design exceeded our expectations with our major bathroom remodel. Their design ideas,…read moreattention to detail, timeliness and professionalism are without a doubt top notch. From beginning to end they made sure we were not only comfortable, but also happy with all the work that was going on. Their sub-contractors were professional and considerate in our home. The whole process was truly a pleasure and we couldn't be happier with the outcome! We highly recommend Encircle and we hope to do business with them in the future!

Really interesting assortment of vintage/industrial/mcm furniture, was able to find multiple pieces…read morethat work really well together and are looking awesome in my new apartment. High quality and great prices for unique items. The retail space is intimate and very well thought out to showcase the selection. His candles smell great. I found the webstore to be the easiest way to browse whatever is currently available (originally, I found the store through Craigslist listings). I'm looking forward to purchasing more items from A Life Designed. With new things coming in regularly, it's a great place to keep tabs on.

Found the most beautiful leather chair at the most beautiful little shop in Portland. What an…read moreawesome little space of hand-selected items. The owner, Randy, was helpful, kind and has a great eye for design. Highly recommend A Life Designed.

Tmm, aka Devin VonderHaar, has helped me transform my house with stuff in it, into a home with…read morefunction, warmth and increased charm. It's priceless the time and effort I have regained in having a place for everything! Being intentional...more mindful of my own footprint, it has helped me free up not only more physical space, but reduce stress and emotional energy at the same time. Everyday I tackle a project, I feel an incredible lightness and joy from finding a home for objects that are no longer serving me. I also have learned to let go of those things that have outlived their useful years. How can I thank Devin and her Tmm team? By referring anyone to learn from her approach to the KonMari method of clearing space. Thank you for helping me transform my approach to living, and helping me reclaim my home as the place where a Zen Den and functional garage and mud room became a reality.

We were in desperate shape - between moving, pets, small kiddos, and growing up with a TON of…read moreclutter, our house was a hot mess in need of some organizing, design, and HELP! Devin to the rescue... She is no-nonsense, gets straight in there and addresses your clutter and organizational challenges with simple, beautiful style. I love all the eco-friendly solutions she came up with as so many organizers recommend plastic everything. We got so much done in a short time and made so much lasting progress! Highly recommend!

Bringing in Fox and Fern to help with our basement model was the smartest thing I did when…read moreremodeling our basement. They took a nightmare of a situation and went above and beyond to make it a dream. From the very beginning, Megan and Rachel took on the project with confidence, humor, and professionalism. While Megan and Rachel are wizards at design and listening to client's personal styles, it is important to note that their services go beyond simple aesthetics. They were incredibly involved with the physical design of the space, which included frequent communication with our construction company and subcontractors, ensuring that everything was accomplished according to the plan. This included but was not limited to: designing lighting plans; meticulously designing and measuring cabinetry, and then working with the cabinet maker and subs to ensure a correct fit; swooping in to fix address all the issues, from fixture placements to counter heights to wall lengths. Their attention to detail along the way was truly astounding and their knowledge of home workmanship is unmatched. There was never a problem they couldn't fix or an issue that they couldn't untangle. I know without a doubt that our project would not be as amazing as it is without them. Fox and Fern is an amazing team and I cannot wait until I have another project so I can work with them again. They are the absolute best and would highly recommend their services.

From the owner: At Fox & Fern Interiors we enjoy working with a variety of design styles. From historic traditional…read morehomes to mid-century modern, we will work closely with you to bring your personality into your home. We offer various interior design service options to accommodate your home remodel or home refresh goals, as well as commercial design.

High quality work by hands-on, attentive people with impressive resumes. This is small business…read morecraftsmanship at its finest!

From the owner: Thoughtful, responsive architecture is our signature. You'll find it not only in the end result of…read moreyour project but throughout all the steps of getting there. Quite simply, we create places, spaces and relationships that last.

We began the process of building a custom-designed home in April 2013, and shortly after breaking…read moreground in June we realized WE WERE IN WAY OVER OUR HEAD! So we went on the search for design assistance, and found Leela & Alissa just in time. Honestly, we would have made one hundred thousand million mistakes without them. For example... (1) We would have designed a kitchen with an oven door that would not fully open (2) We would have had tile installed that was not symmetrical (3) We would have selected dark mahogany floors AND HATED THEM I mean the list goes on, but I feel like those examples show the detail that goes into functional interior design. It's not all pillows and light fixtures here people, these ladies have architectural experience to guide on the topics that you would have had no clue about until after the fact. When they stare you glaringly in the face every day and irritate you to no end. It's important to acknowledge that most builders and most subcontractors really don't care about the details and the over functionality of the design. Which is why when you get into massive home design projects it's key to have a guru who is paying attention to these details. I fully believe that Alissa & Leela are capable of tackling any style, however they really excel at successfully achieving a contemporary modern aesthetic. Which is a perfect fit for us because that's also what we love. So the conversations felt natural and felt mostly easy, and the special touches they suggested were right up our alley. More examples... (1) Concrete poured mantle (2) Cabinet doors for the AV console that are slated walnut (3) A beautiful waterfall white quartz island in the kitchen (4) A low shelf in the kitchen for displaying every day plates, glasses etc (5) Gorgeous custom entry wall paper that is a map of my hometown Their approach is unique. Thoughtful. Clean. Practical. And more than anything, very personal. They actively listened and ultimately helped us build a modern marvel! We are incredibly grateful that we found them when we did.

This review is based on the process of getting a bid from Bright…read more I was looking for some advice about fitting out a work/play space in my home. I wanted to hire someone to meet with me in the space, bounce some ideas, advise me on what was realistic, etc. I was willing and able to pay a high hourly rate for this service. I was also, separately looking for someone to come advise me on color flow throughout the house. Although they did respond to messages and provide another recommended outside designer, I was turned away from getting a consult because we weren't a good fit. They wouldn't send someone to do a consult with me! As an artistic service professional myself, I can read between those lines and I was really put off by the experience. The company has a beautiful portfolio, but apparently do not want to service a smaller residential customer who doesn't have a personal connection or in with them. I can respect "not a fit" but felt it was used as a line with me - boo!