Working with Stephanie Nickolson was an exceptional experience. She brought tremendous thoroughness…read moreto our project -- no detail was overlooked, and we always felt like we were in capable hands. She was incredibly responsive and respectful of our budget and scope, and she made sure every member of our family felt included and heard throughout the process. Stephanie is also truly hands-on with vendors, handling all of those relationships directly, which saved us significant time and stress. Her network of resources is impressive and made a real difference in the options available to us. What really sets her apart is her GC license. She understands how individual projects connect to the broader systems of a home and how all the pieces fit together -- a holistic perspective you don't always find in an interior designer. We'd recommend Stephanie without hesitation.

I connected with Stephanie very shortly after I moved to a new townhome. I was looking for someone…read morewho was willing to take on a relatively small project that would help me feel at home in my new space. Stephanie helped me integrate some of my existing furniture with beautiful new pieces to create a beautiful, functional living room. What was one large open space is now two curated areas-- one for watching TV and relaxing, the other a cozy area for reading and entertaining. Stephanie quickly helped me identify my "style" and selected options for rugs, lighting, and seating that I would not have been able to access on my own. She made me (and my partner) feel comfortable, listened to several rounds of feedback, and did it all with grace, patience, and on budget. I look forward to continuing to work with her.

Highly recommend John Plunkett Interiors…read more John & Valerie Plunkett went above & beyond to help us settle into our new home. We trust their judgement, and trust that they would find the best solution for us, and they did. They listened actively to what we like or want. Because they used to own a chain of furniture stores, they have a network of suppliers that they can tap into. They have good tastes, but more importantly, they are very hands on. They don't mind doing the work themselves, whether it's hanging art, installing lights, etc. We also very much appreciate that they repurposed our old furniture and gave them new life by finding great spaces for each piece. We cannot recommend John & Valerie Plunkett enough!!

John Plunkett, his wife Valerie, Debbie, & their staff all have one objective: to assist you in…read moreachieving the best look for your home and the smartest furniture choice for your tastes and budget. They made the selection process such a pleasant experience, my wife and I ended up purchasing furniture for our entire home from Plunkett Furniture. Whether helping with interior design or advising us on quality, they were ready to make suggestions Finally, when our furniture arrived, John Plunkett was also there to help set up the furniture and place it where it belonged. This was awesome and unexpected but much appreciated. Quality furniture + expert advice + and fair prices add up to the right furniture choices.

Deb Reinhart is a very talented designer with a great ability to envision a finished room and pull…read moreall the parts together to make it zing! I am a retired ASID designer who worked with Deb on various ASID projects and designer Showhouses over the years. It is impressive the amount of knowledge she has regarding new products, an innovative ways to highlight designer furnishings from A to Z. Since my retirement, out of state, I have called upon Deb for fabrics, blinds, cabinetry suggestions that are no longer available to me....she is always spot on in her selections. She is energetic, resourceful, well considered in her selections for me. She has been an enormous time saver....money very well spent!

I worked with Deb in 2018 and now again in 2020 and during that time she was delightful. Very…read morecreative and determined woman who knows what she's doing! She does a great job communicating about the project and is very organized throughout the entire process. Would recommend!

Working with Dawn was amazing! I reached out for help selecting a paint color for a tricky room in…read moreour house (the kitchen). During our 2-hour consultation, Dawn not only found a color that perfectly matched our style, counters, and backsplash but also spotted opportunities to refresh the colors in the dining room and entry to bring the whole design together. Her color savvy is fantastic, and she asked great questions and listened carefully to incorporate our preferences and ideas. She left us with paint swatches for all three rooms, and the new colors look incredible. Dawn's color consultation more than exceeded our expectations, but she didn't stop there! She also suggested ways to update the kitchen and dining room lighting to be more functional and coordinated. Her after-visit email summary included links to all of the ideas she had offered, including multiple options for fixtures that were very affordable and perfect for our spaces. We love the new lighting. To top it all off, when we told Dawn about our longer-term goal of renovating our kitchen, she offered fantastic ideas for reconfiguring the space to make it more functional and appealing. She followed up with detailed recommendations in her after-visit email summary and included rough drawings to help us visualize thew space. The 2-hour consultation with Dawn was an incredible value, and we definitely want to work with her on the kitchen renovation project!

"I had an absolutely amazing experience working with Dawn Bach on my apartment layout and design. I…read morereached out to her before moving from Colorado to Illinois, and she took the time to schedule a call and clearly explain her role as an interior decorator and how she could help based on my space and preferences. Dawn provided detailed layout plans along with furniture, bedding, electronics, and artwork recommendations--all of which perfectly matched my style and lifestyle. Her guidance not only made the process easy, but it also saved me over $900. I truly got everything I asked for and more. Thank you, Dawn! I will absolutely recommend you to anyone looking for an interior decorator."

From the owner: Blinded by the Light Blinds and Shades specializes in transforming your home with high-quality,…read morecustom window treatments. As a family-owned and locally operated business in Chicago, we offer a range of services to meet your unique needs: Custom Blinds: Tailored solutions for any window, providing style and functionality. Custom Shades: Personalized designs to control light and privacy while enhancing your décor. Custom Shutters: Elegant and durable shutters crafted to fit windows of all shapes and sizes. Custom Drapery: Beautiful, bespoke drapery options to add a touch of elegance to any room. Motorized Solutions: Advanced motorization for effortless control of your window treatments. In-Home Consultations: Expert design advice in the comfort of your home to help you choose the perfect window treatments. Professional Installations: Meticulous installation services ensuring a perfect fit and finish. Repair Services: Reliable repair services to keep your window treatments in top condition. We are proud to hold the Hunter Douglas Repairs Certification, reflecting our commitment to excellence and industry-leading standards. Trust Blinded by the Light Blinds and Shades to bring light and beauty to your home with exceptional customer service and expertise.

Amazing ! Our apartment came out absolutely stunning! Lara listened to our ideas and visions and…read morewas able to incorporate them into the final design. She was there from beginning to end and helped us stay on the budget we could afford. Recommend without hesitation

From the owner: Specializing in Luxurious and Sophisticated Residential Interior Design…read more Home Decor, Remodeling & Renovation Serving the Chicago & North Shore Areas Chic | Contemporary | Transitional

I had such a wonderful experience with Habitar when they updated my kitchen that, after recently…read moremoving, I decided to use them again to add an electric fireplace and shelving to a blank wall in my new living room. Their work did not disappoint! The designer was so helpful in transplanting my vision into a beautiful design plan within my budget. The workmanship is excellent and the workmen that did the instillation and painting were professional, diligent, and friendly. Everyone at Habitar from the owner, Mitch, to each person that works for him is helpful, thoughtful, and committed to doing good work. Having worked with them twice, I can confidently say that they are a delightful company to work with their work delivers beautiful results.

We had Habitar remodel our master bathroom last year. They did a wonderful job, working within our…read moreprice range, offering great design suggestions, and also completed our project on schedule. Each of the workmen and women was professional and a joy to have in our home (which we lived in throughout the remodeling process).

Joanna was excellent! She designed three of our main floor rooms including the family room, formal…read moredining room, and front sitting room. It was my first time using an interior designer and I couldn't be happier with the experience. She was very professional, easy to work with, flexible, and patient when we weren't ready to make a decision. She adapted our style beautifully and we love the result. I will definitely use her again in future when we're ready to redo other spaces in the house.

I was a bit nervous about working with an interior designer for the first time, but Joanna has made…read moreme a convert! When I enlisted her to redecorate my dining room, she came over to hear my ideas. She collaborated with me and was also direct when she thought I was going astray- which was just what I needed! Within days, she had a Pinterest board with recommendations and partnered with me to narrow down the purchase list. I love the results!

We were in London when Martins did the rennovations on our home. We didn't know exactly what we…read morewere coming back to. We opened the door . . . and walked into paradise. We felt like we were in someone else's home. Someone who had a lot more money than us! Martins isn't just a builder, or a designer. He's an artist. When you bring someone into your home to change it forever, you have to trust that person. When Martins came by for our first free consultation (something other people had charged us for), he stayed for two hours. He wanted to get to know us, and figure out exactly what kind of home we wanted. To say he cares about his work is an understatement! Other people we looked at charged us for that first visit, came in, took measurements, were out in 30 minutes, and then provided some cookie-cutter recommendations. Besides his off-the-charts talent, he is honest, flexible, responsive and easy and fun to work with... not to mention reasonable. He even provided us with guidance and recommendations to bring the overall costs down. If you're looking to do renovations on your home, that not only are beautiful, but also unique and specific to you and your family, your search is over. Martins Buka will not only deliver, but exceed your expectations!

My family hired the Martin family to do some work on my aunt's house in the suburbs. They were a…read morepleasure to deal with. Reliable and honest. Phone calls were returned and we always felt we were in the best hands. We remodeled our aunt's basement down to the studs and when the job was done, it was AMAZING. Highly recommended for remodeling jobs!

Fourteen years later, my curtains continue to be beautiful and durable! Recently, a minor fix was…read morerequired. Kim's installer came and fixed it right away. Thank you, Kim! (Photo from summer)

This review is for our experience with Kim @ UE. She was amazing flat out. She was prompt, willing…read moreto work - take calls - texts at non working time hours as she gets it done! We have a new construction home so we needed drapery suggestions. So she came 2 days later, took measurement and made amazing suggestions. While we opted not to utilize her services and order drapes, that is the only reason she gets one less star because I can't speak on the finished project/products. Kim was amazing and I wish her the best! She has an amazing eye and brings suggestions to to the table! SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES!