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

Serving Rancho Santa Fe, 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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Sarah Kaplan Design
5.0(
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Designer - KitchenDesigner - Interior Lighting PlanDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)+1 more

Serving Rancho Santa Fe, 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%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Designs by Denise
5.0(
17
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Interior DecoratorDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)Designer - Kitchen

Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Denise was very helpful and was even willing to shop for me while I wasnâ t with her! This was especially helpful because I had a new baby at home. By her bringing me the samples and designs to my home, the experience was so easy! She also has great taste in interior design. I highly recommend hiring Denise in order to elevate any space in your home! -Lauren"
Elevated Eats
Elevated Eats
Blissful Bathroom
The Calm Cove
Response time10 hrs
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Peaches and Cream Creative Designs
4.4(
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Interior DecoratorDesigner - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)

Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These people did an amazing job! Being the guy that I am my house definitely needed some new ideas. I have no clue about interior design, but working with them quickly put me at ease. So if you're looking for a company to guide you in the right direction and create something just for you, go with this interior design company!"
Interior Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Design job

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Walter Electric
4.5(
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Designer - Interior Lighting Plan

Serving Rancho Santa Fe, 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
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
42
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Designer - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)

Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Our kitchen remodel exceeded our expectations, providing us with a beautiful and highly efficient space for cooking and gathering. We're thrilled with the results, as the new design seamlessly integrates style and functionality."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
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Pac Sands Corp
5.0(
7
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Designer - Kitchen

Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hired Pacific Sands after we lost our home in the Eaton Fires in Altadena. We were very happy with their team and the designs they finished for us. Their permitting team was amazing too, so happy they were able to help with that part of the process. too."
6-Plex Aerial view
6-Plex Render
Carlsbad 6-Plex Axo
Response time2 days
160 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Interior Design and Decorating questions, answered by experts

Yes, most designers tailor plans to fit your budget. Discuss financial constraints during initial consultations.

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.

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.

When you think about Arts and Crafts-style homes, you probably think of a Craftsman house or a bungalow-style Craftsman. Craftsman is one of the major styles developed during the Arts and Crafts movement, but it checks most boxes. Craftsman houses have low-pitched roofs, exposed rafters, open floor plans, and stunning wood finish.

One of the easiest ways to save money when hiring a holiday decorator is to provide storage for your decorations. If you have the space, you can save hundreds or even thousands of dollars by avoiding storage costs through your professional. It’s also a good idea to provide as much direction as possible for your professional, as this can cut down on design services. Finally, you can pay for your decorator to take down your decorations at the end of the season, but packaging and storing them yourself will save money on labor.

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