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Avatar for Beautiful By Design
Beautiful By Design
5.0(
10
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Designer - Residential (Interior Space Planner)Interior Decorator

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"My husband and I enjoyed working with Susie and are beyond happy with the results. She took time to understand our tastes and was very mindful of our budget. Getting the highest quality furnishings for our dollar was very important to us and them items we purchased have exceeded our expectations. We always felt like our satisfaction was her top priority."
AFTER
British West Indies Retreat
CASUAL DINING
British West Indies
AFTER

+28

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cdesigns
5.0(
13
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Interior DecoratorDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Customers say: Quick response

"My husband and I were living in CT and decided to hire an interior designer to help us decorate and furnish a new home we purchased in CA. The impetus for this big move from CT to sunny CA was a change in my husbands work and my struggle with health issues. We had no prior experience with using the services of a designer and felt overwhelmed with the task of picking out paint colors and new furniture from such a distance. After several zoom meetings with Connie Burgher, we felt confident she understood our vision to create a serene coastal home environment. Throughout the process, Connie was available, professional, and thoughtful in helping us make choices that fit our budget and style. She also coordinated work with excellent contractors and painters in the area. We are thrilled how Connie helped us transform our new home into a stunning coastal oasis."
Coastal-Inspired Home
Coast Dining
Beautiful Turned Leg Console Table
Welcome
Spa-like Elegance - Sweet Dreams

+49

Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Charles Taylor Interior Design
4.9(
13
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Interior DecoratorDesigner - Interior Lighting PlanDesigner - Kitchen+1 more

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Charles is the best interior designer I have had. Charles has creative ideas, great communications skills, and attention to detail. He has done a great job with out house both in the inside and outside."
Bright remodel
La Jolla Contemporary
Family That Loves Color
Clean Contemporary
Bright remodel

+112

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Sarah Kaplan Design
5.0(
16
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Designer - Interior Lighting PlanDesigner - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)+1 more

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Sarah is wonderful! Do not hesitate to use her. She has done multiple projects for us. She resigned out kitchen on a budget and it looks beautiful. She worked with us to pick out living and dinning room furniture. She designed/reimagined our primary and primary bathroom. Year later she designed my son's nursery. She is detailed and works closely with her clients. I still get compliments on my home bc of her. I refer her to anyone who needs help with designing a beautiful home."
Kitchen remodel
Dining room remodel with custom built-ins and banquet seating
Guest bathroom remodel
Primary bathroom
Kitchen remodel

+62

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Designs by Denise
5.0(
17
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Designer - Residential (Interior Space Planner)Interior DecoratorDesigner - Kitchen

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Denise was an absolute pleasure to work with during my kitchen redesign project. Despite the initial setback of a flood, she made the process so easy and stress-free. Denises expertise and guidance in identifying my personal design style were invaluable, and her ability to bring it to life was amazing. She even went above and beyond by coordinating with my contractors while I was out of town, ensuring that everything went according to plan. When we encountered a roadblock with the flooring being backordered, Denise was able to make an executive decision and choose the perfect floor for our kitchen without any input from me. Needless to say, she exceeded all expectations, and we were thrilled with the result. Denise truly has a talent for interior design, and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to embark on a renovation project."
Elevated Eats
Elevated Eats
Blissful Bathroom
The Calm Cove
Response time10 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BE HOME REMODELING INC
4.9(
66
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Designer - Kitchen

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had an amazing experience with Be home Remodeling, I want to thank Josh Zack's and his team of dedicated professionals for the amazing job they did on my master bathroom. Josh?s dedication and communication was crucial in ensuring the job was done quickly and professionally. He was is always available and provided quick response! We decided to do a bathroom remodel a couple of weeks ago. The entire process was done properly and as described to me at the start. Project was on schedule and went extremely smooth. The workers and staff were really professional, polite and easy to work with. I highly recommended BE Home Remodeling and specifically Josh Zack."
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
633 neighbors recently requested a quote
Walter Electric
4.5(
74
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Designer - Interior Lighting Plan

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I didn't know the rooms could be this well lit. We had some additional recessed lighting and ceiling fan/light fixtures installed (among other things). We hired Walter Electric a couple years ago to do a major upgrade on the home electrical/lighting, which turned out great, and so it was very good to be able to get them again. Keith had some great suggestions and it's really livened up the space. They are friendly, accomodating, and have great workmanship. Just really nice experience all around."
 Energy Efficient Lighting Design
Creative Accent Lighting
LED Soffit Lighting
Creative Solutions
Mood Lighting

+2

Response time7 hrs
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for DS Legend Home Builders, LLC
DS Legend Home Builders, LLC
5.0(
47
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Designer - Kitchen

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an incredible experience working with DS Legend Home Builders on a home addition construction project. From the initial consultation to the final touches, their team demonstrated exceptional professionalism and expertise. They took the time to understand my vision and needs, and they delivered a seamless addition that perfectly matched the existing design of my home. The quality of their work is outstanding, and their attention to detail is remarkable. DS Legend Home Builders exceeded my expectations in every aspect, and I highly recommend their services to anyone considering a home addition."
Modern bathroom remodel
Full bathroom remodel
Happy costumer
Full kitchen remodel
Full kitchen remodel

+15

Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Jungle Color International
Jungle Color International
4.8(
21
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Designer - Kitchen

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Meeting and working with Mr. Young was a pleasure. He knows his craft and takes pride in his work. We are pleased with the quality of his work. I like that he itemized the cost for the job and it was fair and equitable. We will definitely contact him for future repairs."
Multi-Purpose Cabinet
Multi-Purpose Cabinet
Network Computer Station Cabinet
Reception Counter
Reception Counter

+8

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.6(
35
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Designer - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Our kitchen remodel with McCormick Home Builders went beyond our expectations. Leoni and her team took the time to understand exactly what we wanted. The open layout design changed the way we use the space, and it’s been perfect for family gatherings. They were prompt, courteous, and genuinely invested in making sure we were happy. Really impressed!"
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by19%of homeowners
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Interior Design and Decorating questions, answered by experts

Costs depend on project complexity, materials, labor, permits, and required revisions.

While finding a local interior designer whose portfolio you like and whose fees match your budget is important, they should always have appropriate qualifications. Some states require interior designers to be licensed, and most will have a degree in interior design and certification through the National Council for Interior Design Qualifications (NCIDQ). You can also consult our directory of interior designers to get started.

An architect is usually involved in the process of determining the layout and structural features and requirements of the home itself, taking into account the local codes, climate, and materials needed to make the home structurally sound. Architects may communicate more with contractors and subcontractors throughout the building process. In comparison to architects, interior designers typically focus on the aesthetics of a home interior and possibly exterior, helping the homeowner decide on color schemes, textures, and materials to incorporate into the design. 

Decorators often prefer artificial Christmas trees. They’re easier to handle and shape, and decorators don’t have to worry about bugs or allergies. It’s also an ideal choice because artificial trees keep up appearances without owners needing to schedule watering. 

However, always confirm that decorators are ready to unbox and set up the artificial tree. If they don’t include tree set-up in their services, you may need to hire a general handyperson for that task.

The main difference between a home stager and an interior designer is that the former creates temporary, generally appealing spaces, while the latter creates personalized design choices for your permanent home. A home stager seeks to depersonalize your home while also showing off the best features of the home to potential buyers. An interior designer works with you to infuse your personal style into the decor in your home. You’ll typically only hire a local home stager when selling your home.

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