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K. Donavan
New to Angi
Interior Decorator

Serving Portola, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Founded in 2017, K. Donavan is a boutique design studio serving Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Reno and the Bay Area. Highly rated and referred by more real estate professionals than any other company, we take pride in providing an exceptional experience from beginning to end.

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Trujano Roofing
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Designer - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)

Serving Portola, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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\n\nWe take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

House Remodeling
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Response time2 days
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Jill Seidner Interior Design
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Designer - Interior Lighting PlanDesigner - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)+1 more

Serving Portola, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"Once I sent her all the measurements, it took her a little while to get the options back to me.  Overall, they're good designs.  However, they're very simplistic and give general ideas for space planning.  I was hoping to have a better idea for sizes of furniture for the space and some variations on staging.  
Jill was very responsive when I did have a question.  I'm not sure how helpful it is to have a virtual design done.  If we lived in similar cities, I'd probably use her again for help with additional designs.
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Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
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Designer - Interior Lighting PlanDesigner - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)+1 more

Serving Portola, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"I feel extremely fortunate to have found Vicki through Angie's List !  She is an extremely talented person who is very easy to deal with. She has a breath of knowledge that allows her to accommodate my tastes, but also ensure that the overall design is in sync with the design and location of my home.  She has  a very diplomatic way of suggesting when I'm going astray with my choices and in every case where she has told me "Trust Me"  I have been delighted ! She is very aggressive in helping me find the best pricing and often times will work with the vendors directly  hence saving me the time.  She also has excellent local contacts.  Everyone I've worked with through Vicki has been timely, professional, and highly competent.
My project is far from complete.  I intend to continue to use Vicki and her expert advice until the end !!!!"
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Clear Horizon Home Solutions, Inc.
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Designer - Kitchen

Serving Portola, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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"Isaac and his team did an beautiful job on our kitchen project , their prices were very reasonable , I could not ask for more . Isaac the project manager is the best! The high quality and the installation of all the parts of the new kitchen were done as he promised to us and were finished exactly on time. His ideas and help were very useful from the layout design aspect. They made our dream kitchen a reality. Thank You for finishing the work on time."
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Interior Design and Decorating questions, answered by experts

You should always hang the lights before the ornaments because hanging lights on top of ornaments can cause some to fall off. If a light sits directly on top of an ornament, it can cause it to heat up and possibly change its color or cause it to crack. 

While the terms 'interior designer' and 'interior decorator' are often used interchangeably, they represent distinct professions with some overlapping work. The primary difference lies in the scope of their projects.

An interior decorator focuses on the aesthetics of a space, making less permanent decisions about decor. Their work involves selecting colors, fabrics, furniture, wall art, paint, and other finishes to 'dress' a room and enhance its style.

An interior designer has a broader scope that includes a decorator's aesthetic focus but also extends to the structural and functional aspects of a space. Designers are qualified to plan layouts, make structural changes, and manage overall functionality. They handle permanent decisions regarding fixtures like cabinets and bathtubs, establish floor plans, and may hire contractors.

Due to the technical skills required, interior designers typically have formal education, certification, and may hold a license, which can result in higher fees. As a general rule, it is best to hire an interior designer for major remodeling projects and an interior decorator for projects focused on establishing or refreshing a home's interior style.

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. 

Interior decorating services usually include an initial consultation to discuss your needs and determine a style and budget that works for your space. From there, your professional designer could offer a wide range of services, including the following:

  • Determining a useful layout of furniture and decor in your home

  • Choosing flooring, paint colors, trim, and other accents

  • Coordinating color schemes and design styles throughout your rooms

  • Choosing, purchasing, and coordinating the installation of furniture

  • Choosing and installing pillows, wall hangings, and other decor throughout your home

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

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