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Avatar for Stacey Lapuk Interiors
Stacey Lapuk Interiors
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Designer - Interior Lighting PlanDesigner - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)+1 more

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

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Warranties offered

BUDGETS: We offer a number of services to accommodate various budgets.\n\nNOTE: All of our timeless designs incorporate Biophilic Design principles - aligning your interiors with nature - for your health, well-being and happiness.\n\n1. Hourly Consultations. Online or onsite (Sonoma or Marin Counties). $300. per hour.\n\n2. NEW "Design For You" - Affordable, curated room design. Includes consultations, plans, design boards and shopping carts to implement yourself with order support. $2,600. per room.\n\n3. Full-Service Custom Design. Our clients' budgets typically begin at $75,000. We can implement your project over time as budget allows. We care. About you. About extraordinary design. And about our critical need for a connection to nature. We care that your experience transforming your home is one of joy and satisfaction.\n\nCelebrating over 35 years of national award-winning, internationally published and televised residential interior design. American Society of Interior Designers.\n

Showcase Yellow Bedroom
Showcase Yellow Bedroom
Showcase Yellow Bedroom
Showcase Yellow Bedroom
Showcase Yellow Bedroom

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Response time2 days
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BE HOME REMODELING INC
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Designer - Kitchen

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had 4 windows and 3 patio doors replaced and the exterior of our home painted. I can highly recommend the service we received from Be Home Remodeling. The project manager was very responsive throughout the process and the installation and painting professionals were top notch. The windows and doors were all replaced in just one day! The rest of the work was completed in about 1 week. We also feel the pricing was fair. We love our new windows and patio doors. And our newly painted house looks like new."
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling

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Response time1 day
Response rate99%
642 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Juliana Carlsen Interiors
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Interior DecoratorDesigner - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Juliana Carlesen is outstanding in every way. In the short time we've worked together to re-design my living room, she has helped me to re-think so many aspects of my life - how I live and work and entertain in my space and how to integrate my overly active puppy! She combines best features of an interior design company, a creative artistic eye and imagination, practical know how and an extensive network of outstanding professionals. Most importantly, she has a compassionate heart and a kind nature. I recommend her whole heartedly and without reservation. Catherine Pyke"
San Francisco Edwardian
San Francisco Edwardian
San Francisco Edwardian
San Francisco Edwardian
San Francisco Edwardian

+124

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
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Designer - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

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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 by15%of homeowners
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Courtney Elizabeth Homes
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Interior DecoratorDesigner - Kitchen

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Dahlia Design is a wonderful team to work with. I employed them twice to the staging job. They were very professional. The staging was fantastic both times. I I would highly recommend them for any type of interior design work."
Remodels
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living room in SF

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Response time2 days
Response rate94%
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Interior Design and Decorating questions, answered by experts

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One downside of installing a soffit above your kitchen cabinets is that it may make your kitchen appear smaller. This visual illusion occurs because the soffit may make the cabinetry and ceiling appear shorter. However, the benefit of being able to hide unsightly wires or plumbing or HVAC fixtures may be worth the disadvantage of a smaller-seeming kitchen. Consider making your kitchen appear larger by finding ways to add more light and visual appeal to the high spots in the room.

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.

Yes, many providers offer design consultations to help optimize and maximize space, functionality, and usage. It is recommended to confirm the availability of this service with your specific installer or contractor.

Services include layout planning, furniture selection, color coordination, and lighting design to optimize your space.

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