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Top-Rated Residential design pros in Encinitas - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for DM Building Inc
DM Building Inc
4.9(
57
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Designer - Building

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Customers say: True professional

"The job went extremely welll Danny M is the most responsive contractor I’ve ever worked with and he deals with every concern raised or uncovered. He has had standards for both himself and his trades. He proactively uncover issues that do not meet his own high personal standards."
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+9

Response time6 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sarah Kaplan Design
5.0(
16
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Designer - BathroomDesigner - BuildingDesigner - Kitchen+1 more

Serving Encinitas, 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 time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Cdesigns
5.0(
13
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Designer - Residential (Interior Space Planner)

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Customers say: Quick response

"Connie Burgher of "Cdesigns" is an amazing person and designer. She assisted me in putting together a new "home" for my brother in an assisted living facility. It was a difficult time as my brother had suffered a stroke and had been through many changes including selling his home of 30 years. Connie has such care and compassion in her approach to designing a personal space. First she learned about my brother, a retired Airman. She inquired about his tastes, his need for comfort and functionality in his new place. I was so impressed with her ability to translate all of the information we provided into a beautiful new home for my brother. She incorporated personal photos and momentos in a way that truly warmed his place. I cannot say enough about Connie's work, her vision, diligence, experience, her compassion for people and passion for design. Thank you Connie for creating a perfect new "home" for my brother!!"
Coastal-Inspired Home
Coast Dining
Beautiful Turned Leg Console Table
Welcome
Spa-like Elegance - Sweet Dreams

+49

Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Charles Taylor Interior Design
4.9(
13
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Designer - BathroomDesigner - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Working with Charles has been fantastic. He's so creative and has amazing vision with color and space. He listened to what we wanted and ran with it. He and his co-designer, Carly, brought to our home many varieties, swatches and samples of all the products I was looking at. Together we selected the best ones for all my rooms. They were responsive and worked within our budget. I highly recommend Charles and his team for any design project you may have!"
Bright remodel
La Jolla Contemporary
Family That Loves Color
Clean Contemporary
Bright remodel

+112

Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Be Home Remodeling, Inc.
4.9(
69
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Designer - Kitchen

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After they redid our counter tops and island, we had them paint out cabinets and build shelves up to the ceiling. The communication was on point this time and the results speak for themselves. Would definitely recommend them to anyone for any home project."
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full house remodeling

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
374 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Designs by Denise
5.0(
17
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Designer - Residential (Interior Space Planner)Designer - BathroomDesigner - Kitchen

Serving Encinitas, 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%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Beautiful By Design
5.0(
10
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Designer - Residential (Interior Space Planner)

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Susan has a fabulous senses of taste, balance, color, texture, proportion and space. She is a very experienced professional at decorating and is an absolute pleasure to work with. Mine was a big job and Susan made great effort to keep costs down. We have a combination of designer and handmade furniture, accents and fixtures to make it interesting as well as retail. Our ground floor is transformed into a beautiful updated cheerful and functional space. I can t wait for her help with the upstairs!"
AFTER
British West Indies Retreat
CASUAL DINING
British West Indies
AFTER

+28

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Just Stamping Concrete
5.0(
28
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Designer - Bathroom

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired this landscape designer to transform my backyard and was thrilled with the end result. The designer was creative, attentive, and provided practical solutions to improve the functionality and beauty of my outdoor space. Highly recommend!"
Concrete
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Peaches and Cream Creative Designs
4.4(
13
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Designer - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)Designer - Building+1 more

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I experienced the utmost in professionalism and creativity! They were very responsive to what I envisioned for my place and gave me assistance and support throughout the whole process, including advice when needed. The Peaches and Cream team made themselves available whenever needed and provided needed reassurance when I waffled on some of my decisions. I would unequivocally recommend them to anyone needing interior design services and decorating."
Interior Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Design job

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Residential Design FAQs, answered by experts

Consider personal preferences, available space, and materials that complement home aesthetics.

For a garage to be included in a home's official square footage, it must qualify as livable space. This generally means it needs to be attached to the home and have permanent finishings like proper insulation, finished walls and ceilings, and adequate ventilation. To be considered livable year-round, it should also have heating and cooling. The specific legal requirements can vary by location, but if a garage is converted into a finished room meeting these criteria, it may be counted toward the total square footage.

Aging-in-place universal design features can make your home more comfortable for family members who are older or have disabilities; they can also make your home safer. In addition, adding a universal-design bathroom can boost your home’s overall resale value.

Depending on project size, materials, and complexity, design fees range from $2,000 to $15,000.

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. 

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