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Avatar for Peaches and Cream Creative Designs
Peaches and Cream Creative Designs
4.4(
13
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Designer - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)Designer - Building+1 more

Serving Washington, DC 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%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gossetti Interiors, LLC
5.0(
11
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Designer - BathroomDesigner - Kitchen

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I absolutely loved working with this team! They provided practical advice on interior design for my apartment in Brooklyn and I couldnâ t be happier. They were prompt, friendly, and most importantly very professional. I will be coming back to them for any/all future design/decoration projects and highly recommend them to you as well!"
Dining Room
Living Room
Living Room
Drybar
Bathtub

+27

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lily Z Designs
4.6(
10
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Designer - BathroomDesigner - Kitchen

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I was matched with Lily in the site after requesting assistance with design services following remodeling work in our townhouse. Lily is fantastic to work with. We engaged with her both on an hourly consulting basis and for a design project to lay out our main level. The personal service, her availability, and above all her design were phenomenal. The highly interactive process allowed Lily to really get to understand my personal style and inspiration and reflect that back in the ultimate design she presented. In everything from floor layout to furniture, light fixture accessory selection to paint colors and the flow through the whole space to tie it all together, we couldnâ t be more pleased. Her Zbox option is a really unique approach that was both cost effective and perfect for what we needed, and also highly detailed, thorough and personal. She really â gotâ the style and feel we were trying to achieve without knowing how to get there ourselves. Iâ ve already shared her name and contact information with 5 different colleagues and friends. I highly recommend working with Lily!"
Living room
Living Room
Living room
Living room
His & Her's Office

+71

Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Contractors Concierge Service
5.0(
3
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Designer - BathroomDesigner - Kitchen

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats \nyour home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home \nImprovement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in \nAdditions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of \nother projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment \nto outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee \nyour satisfaction!

Response time2 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
KREA DESIGN-BUILD LIMITED LIABILITY PARTNERSHIP
5.0(
2
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Designer - BathroomDesigner - BuildingDesigner - Kitchen

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My initial plan was to modernize my home but I wasn’t sure where to start and what to do, but after consulting with Alvaro Pardo and KREA Designs, he designed new finishes and proposed a full renovation project tailored to my budget. It took me some time to warm up to the idea of making bigger changes, but he was incredibly patient throughout the process. I renovated my bedroom, bathroom, living room and made small changes in the hall and kitchen. His contractors were kind, professional, and respectful, especially Harold Mendez, his carpenter, who created elegant and customized furnitures. Alvaro kept me updated about the progress of the renovation and took care of everything, so I didn’t have to worry, but consulting me any changes or last minute decisions. He was also very open to feedback, including suggestions from my family. I’m very happy with the results, and my place now looks modern and cozy. I would recommend KreA to anyone without hesitation."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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Residential Design FAQs, answered by experts

Selecting the right general contractor to tackle a job like raising a sunken living room can feel like an overwhelming prospect. Follow these tips to find, vet, and hire the best local contractor for your project:

  • Get recommendations from neighbors and friends who might be able to suggest contractors they’ve used.

  • Request written quotes to help set your budget and expectations.

  • Verify your contractor’s credentials to ensure a professional and legal finished product.

  • Read the contractor’s proposed contract to make sure you agree to all terms, including the project timeline, cost, and materials. 

  • Keep copies of all relevant documentation.

Services include layout planning, material selection, lighting design, and appliance placement to optimize the space.

There are many projects you can invest in that will make your home more accessible. On a theme of lifts, installing an exterior home elevator or wheelchair lift is another way you can ramp up your home’s accessibility. 

You can also install an ADA-approved roll-in shower or walk-in bathtub, replace steps with ramps, modify countertop heights, replace doorknobs with push-pull bars, and install smart home technology that makes it easier to control different elements of your home.

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.

A floor plan is a less detailed illustration showing a building or room's layout from above, including elements like windows, doors, walls, and fixtures. It offers a simplified view for homeowners. In contrast, a blueprint is a more detailed, to-scale architectural drawing that includes all parts of the building plans, such as structural elements, construction details, and utility schematics. While a floor plan can be a type of view within a blueprint, the complete blueprint contains all the necessary details to turn the plan into a reality.

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