One of the absolute best interior designers in the Bay Area. Michael and Martha Trahan have 30 yrs…read moreof professional design, sales, and spaces planning services with no job too small, no project too large. Wonderful to work with, personal customer service, and amazing attention to the details will help you to bring your commercial/residential design dreams to a reality. And always able to work within your projects budgetary needs. Please use this referral and my personal experience using Michael Trahan Interior Design as your reason to call him immediately.

I bought a small condo and it was very generic, to say the least. The walls were white, the rooms…read morewere boring, and I knew I could not live with it this way. I wanted to change several things, but I knew I didn't have the skills necessary to make my space what I wanted it to be. I decided to find a designer to help me, so I began doing some research in my area and heard about Michael Trahan. I gave him a call and explained what I wanted and what my budget was. I was afraid I wouldn't have the budget to make my space what I wanted, but Michael didn't hesitate. He took all of my ideas into account and created a plan for me. From the ground up, Michael guided me through the entire process. We created a color scheme for every room, and Michael directed my contractor on painting, installing lights and crown molding throughout my home. Michael came up with several options for furniture, accessories, art work, and fabrics, from which I could choose. The day finally came for installation. I came home from work, and I could not believe my eyes! It was everything I had hoped and more! I felt as though Michael was able to capture within my home, the essence of who I am. I could not have been more pleased...

If I could give a 10, I would. I recently sold my Mothers Condo in Emeryville in Watergate. This…read morewas my second experience with Signe. Over a decade ago I worked with Signe to stage our Alamo home to sell. Signe really helped us give it the WOW factor and we sold in a down market at asking price. When it came time to sell the Emeryville Condo I called Signe immediately. Signe has the gift of adding the "this is what I want to live in" factor. She came out and walked the unit, gave me a very fair price, was so easy to work with, She got the staging done quickly for us to go on the market and was very careful in bringing the furniture in not to do any damage. Signe is a true artist, the furniture, placement, art, and accessories highlighted the features of the condo. One thing you can't really see in the photos of the staging is Signe's amzing use of textures. Every element featured textures to add richness and warmth. The condo sold to one of the first showings in less than 4 days and the staging was so fabulous the buyers asked to be put in contact with Signe so they could purchase some of the staging furniture! Signe is so very easy to work with, she takes sellers requests into consideration in the staging she does and stays current on trends and what the market is doing to help sellers get to SOLD. Hire SIgne for your staging needs, you won't regret it. Last added thing Signes team also patches and nail holes in the walls after de-staging which was a huge bonus for me that I didnt have to go in and do that.

Signe is amazing a true artist! She is a staging genius and will help to sell your property in no…read moretime and for TOP dollar! I highly recommend her and will always work with her! You will be so happy working with her she is so wonderful and kind, a true professional!!

Avoid this place at all costs…read more My team and I had to stage a video shoot, and the brief was simple: stage a basic living room as the backdrop. When we first approached Tangerine, they were quite friendly over the phone. But when we expressed interest in visiting, their appointment schedule was really wonky and immediately gave off the impression that no one was actually there very often. But we ignored that huge red flag. Almost a week later, we finally got to visit and committed to some pieces. Everything seemed set. Then, three days before the shoot, they became completely silent. Nothing. Zilch. As if the whole company had disappeared. Meanwhile, we had movers lined up and a production schedule to keep. We called, emailed, and even showed up at the door. No one picked up. No one was at the business. In the end, IKEA saved the day and frankly gave us way better service than this place. In my 20 years of working, I have never experienced a place this nonchalant towards working. We gave them the benefit of the doubt until the very end. But when it was less than 12 hours before the shoot, we finally sent them one last email saying we had no choice but to cancel. And guess what? They responded. No apology. No explanation. Just a brief "oh ok" type acknowledgment. Hilarious.

I've tried two times to work with these stagers, and in both instances they've been inflexible, non…read moreresponsive, and unapologetically overpriced. I believe they've bought nice furniture, but my experiences after trying multiple times are that they overvalue the ability to select classic, neutral furnishings. As an industry professional, I'm keenly aware of the work that goes into staging. The current staging project will take less than 1 day of work, most of the heavy lifting being done by the movers, and they refuse to judge from $7,800 for 1700 sqft just to even get us on calendar (which they continuously point out is full and filling up more everyday). Would I try again? I don't think so. This relationship is meant to be a long term partnership, and the business owners repeatedly give greedy and not client oriented.

Ali is phenomenal with her eye for staging. I did not want to get staging but my realtor convinced…read moreme it would be a strong financial investment, turns out she was right! Ali made the house appear to be more spacious than it was and used nice and neutral color tones to enhance each room.

Amazing work to Ali!! She did a stunning job staging my…read morelisting. All her furniture was quality, super in style with a tasteful neutral palette. She has quick feedback and ideas for areas that looks awkward and hard to stage. I will be using Ali for all my listings!

If I could give 10 stars, I would. I've worked with Sisters of Style over 20 times in the past few…read moreyears, and they continue to blow me away every. single. time. As a Realtor, having a trusted stager makes all the difference, and Sisters of Style is truly next level. Their style is impeccable, their furniture pieces are high quality (not the cookie-cutter stuff), and their eye for design transforms every space into a magazine-worthy showcase. Whether it's a small condo or a luxury listing, Sisters of Style know exactly how to highlight a home's best features, and buyers notice. Their staging helps my listings stand out, sell faster, and often over asking. Beyond the aesthetics, their communication is top-notch, they are incredibly organized and responsive, and their pricing is more than fair for the level of service and quality they deliver. If you're an agent or homeowner looking for a staging company who just gets it, call Sisters of Style. You won't need to look anywhere else! I haven't.

I can't stress enough how important staging is for a home. It may be the final step before hitting…read morethe market, but it's what creates that lasting first impression. For me, it's a no-brainer! Skipping staging would be like not wearing makeup on your wedding day. No matter how beautiful a home is, you need staging to bring it all together and create one cohesive look. Sisters of Style do an incredible job designing a natural flow that gives buyers vision, which so many lack. They're professional, easy to work with, and always receptive to feedback, though we rarely need to give any. I couldn't recommend them more!

As an East Bay Realtor, I rely on Joe Joffe and his Chic Home Interiors staging company for…read moreconsistently exceptional results. The furniture is top quality, the style is impeccable, communication is excellent, and they always leave the home clean, with all nail holes patched. Joe works seamlessly with my timelines and treats service as a top priority--every detail is handled quickly and professionally. My most recent listing in the Berkeley Hills sold for $100K more than it would have without staging. Chic is the way to go for home staging in the East Bay Area.

Joe and the Team at Chic Home Interiors are TOP NOTCH. As a Bay Area Realtor Stagers are vital to…read moreour rolodex of vendors and Chic is one of my go-to's for my sellers. Their vision and execution always bring the home to life, and as they wrap up the job they leave your home looking better than it did when they came in.

Working with Shandrika has been such a great experience. She has an amazing eye for design, color,…read morelayout, and aesthetics, but what really stood out to us is how well she listens and tailors everything to your style and needs. I also really appreciate how flexible and approachable she is. You can use her as much or as little as you want on an hourly basis, which is such a refreshing option when so many interior design services can feel overwhelming or out of budget. So far she has helped us choose new flooring, paint colors, furniture layout, and a new sofa, and we've genuinely been so happy with every decision. She's professional, responsive, fair, and really cares about making your home feel right for you. She also brings such a fun, positive energy to the process. I'm so excited to continue transforming the rest of our home with her help. Highly recommend!

We worked with Shandrika long ago when we were just thinking of finding another house in town, but…read morewe never did find anything (finances weren't right, but she was always so diligent about notifying us when she found places that might be a good fit). Years later, I remembered this and I called up Shandrika again when I needed a realtor suddenly to sell a house. I knew she'd be up for the challenge and I knew she'd be on top of everything. As expected, she handled everything with grace and efficiency and her keen eye for interior design was put to good use, recommending the right upgrades to maximize the appeal of the house. The sale completed faster than I had expected, and I'm glad to have chosen Shandrika again to assist us with this. Highly recommended!

Poppy Home Staging is run by Kari who is both friendly and very professional. The staging was done…read morequickly and efficiently by her crew and extremely tastefully decorated with excellent use of the space to not feel crowded, nor to open and empty. Also, her staging looked amazing in the photos! I would use her again! Lance M

Excellent job staging. Kari is fun, friendly & professional. Great communication. Would recommend…read moreand use her again. Holly Shackford Realtor Coldwell Banker Brokers of the Valley