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Avatar for Fresh Start Interiors, LLC
Fresh Start Interiors, LLC
5.0(
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Interior DecoratorDesigner - Interior Lighting PlanDesigner - Kitchen+1 more

Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Working with Angela was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. I was incredibly impressed by the depth of creative ideas brought to the table during our initial consultation. She really took the time to understand our personal style and day-to-day functional needs. What we appreciated most was her collaborative approach; instead of pushing a single design direction, she offered multiple options for layouts, color palettes, and textiles. The final space is both beautiful and functional. I cannot recommend Fresh Start Interiors highly enough."
Coastal Zen Primary bedroom
Home Staging Project
Bradenton Home Staging 2024
This client was blown away by the accuracy of the rendering I created and this was the final look when this table and chairs was delivered!
Home Staging Project

+101

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Peaches and Cream Creative Designs
4.7(
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Interior DecoratorDesigner - Interior Lighting PlanDesigner - Kitchen+1 more

Serving Sarasota, FL 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!"
Mood boards
Interior Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Refinished Modern Farmhouse Chester Drawer
Design job

+36

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Helene's Designs
4.3(
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Designer - Interior Lighting PlanDesigner - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)+1 more

Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Helene was amazing! Our first time hiring an interior designer and I regret not doing this 5 years ago. She decorated my 13 month girls room from start to finish. Paint, crib, lighting decor, storage, cabinets, bookshelves etcâ ¦.she listened to all my needs and specific desires for my little girls room and exceeded my expectations. We walked into a completely finished room. She worked very hard to create our little girls room and even baby proofed the dressers for us because we asked. We got a crib that can transform to a toddler bed, the cutest chandelier/Fan combo, and amazing artwork. She even added in a personalized pink glittery wooden name as a gift and wallpaper which was absolutely beautiful and really made the room. Our baby now sleeps so well in her crib and we are so so grateful for Helene. She is really experienced and knows what she is doing and we are blessed to have met her"
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New Seating Area

+12

Response time2 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Inspired by Grace, LLC
4.9(
13
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Designer - Residential (Interior Space Planner)

Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Working with Ludmila was a great experience from start to finish. She’s professional, responsive, and paid close attention to detail throughout the entire process. The quality of work exceeded my expectations, and everything was completed on time. I would definitely recommend Ludmila to anyone looking for reliable and high-quality service."
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Home Staging
Home Staging
Home Staging

+19

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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TENSOR ENGINEERING AND CONSULTING LLC
5.0(
10
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Designer - Residential (Interior Space Planner)

Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tensor was able to rapidly digest the local building codes and produce high quality engineering drawings that passed permit review on the first attempt. The attention to detail was incredible and their engineering knowledge helped me plan for the unexpected, I will be using Tensor Engineering for all my projects moving forward."
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Interior Design and Decorating questions, answered by experts

To help the designer understand your vision, provide room dimensions, photos, and a list of needs or preferences.

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 pool builder can advise you on the best design for your property and vision, and can walk you through the process from design to a swim-ready pool. Knowing which questions to ask a pool builder can help ensure you choose the right person for the job.

The main difference between a home stager and an interior designer is that the former creates temporary, generally appealing spaces, while the latter creates personalized design choices for your permanent home. A home stager seeks to depersonalize your home while also showing off the best features of the home to potential buyers. An interior designer works with you to infuse your personal style into the decor in your home. You’ll typically only hire a local home stager when selling your home.

Deciding to hire an interior designer or an interior decorator is entirely dependent on what you’re looking for out of your project and your budget. Interior decorators typically cost less than interior designers, both in hourly rates and overall project costs. 

If you want to add furnishings to your home but it’s otherwise set with permanent fixtures, an interior decorator would be best for you. However, if you are looking to remodel your home or are building a new home and would like help with permanent structures like cabinets, showers, and overall layouts, an interior designer is best.  

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