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Creative Concepts Architecture, PLC
2201 W 1st St, Ste C
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Creative Concepts Architecture, PLC
2201 W 1st St, Ste C
4.79(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

With more than 20 years experience in the residential arena we are Architectural experts in residential home renovations. We were established in January of 2016 to serve the Des Moines area. Our Mission at Creative Concepts Architecture, PLC, is to provide high quality residential design & architectural services to enable our clients to affordably complete their projects on time & within budget. We believe that each project brings its own set of unique circumstances and as such we tailor our service to fit your specific project’s needs. We are equipped to provide full service architecture or as little as a brain storming session whichever fit your needs. By providing a wide range of service package options, we are able to engage our clients at a level that they are comfortable with. This demonstrates what is at the heart of this firm's mission; to provide functional and creative architectural solutions for all our clients.

"Created structural drawings for submission to the City of Ames in a very timely manner with great success for our project."

Bruce M on February 2025

With more than 20 years experience in the residential arena we are Architectural experts in residential home renovations. We were established in January of 2016 to serve the Des Moines area. Our Mission at Creative Concepts Architecture, PLC, is to provide high quality residential design & architectural services to enable our clients to affordably complete their projects on time & within budget. We believe that each project brings its own set of unique circumstances and as such we tailor our service to fit your specific project’s needs. We are equipped to provide full service architecture or as little as a brain storming session whichever fit your needs. By providing a wide range of service package options, we are able to engage our clients at a level that they are comfortable with. This demonstrates what is at the heart of this firm's mission; to provide functional and creative architectural solutions for all our clients.

"Created structural drawings for submission to the City of Ames in a very timely manner with great success for our project."

Bruce M on February 2025


J&J Handyman
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J&J Handyman
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At J&J Handyman we specialize in roofing, flooring, landscaping, interior and exterior remodeling and cleaning, with 15 years of experience! We are a local business ready to help our community!

At J&J Handyman we specialize in roofing, flooring, landscaping, interior and exterior remodeling and cleaning, with 15 years of experience! We are a local business ready to help our community!


Showtime Homes
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Showtime Homes
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7 years of experience

Showtime Homes is an all in-house design & build firm located in Urbandale, Iowa. With an interior designer and builder in-house, our offerings go beyond just building custom homes. We are well known for our service and quality - providing the best of the best whether it be a full custom home, or a reside project for someone's existing home. The inspiration behind Showtime Homes came from the need to bring better systems and a refined process to the Home Building industry, and most importantly with energy.  The Showtime name is based on the premise that the time is NOW, and action is the only way to move the needle.  This correlates well with the need to push through roadblocks that often arise while building a home, and having the ability to navigate through those challenges, maintain communication, and keep the process moving on the intended timeline.  The platform Buildertrend is an example of the many tools we use to keep information organized, schedule labor and material deliveries, and provide scheduling and cost transparency.  Our business is predicated on the trusted partners we surround ourselves with in an effort to build an efficient home, with a lean process, and do so in a timely manner.

Showtime Homes is an all in-house design & build firm located in Urbandale, Iowa. With an interior designer and builder in-house, our offerings go beyond just building custom homes. We are well known for our service and quality - providing the best of the best whether it be a full custom home, or a reside project for someone's existing home. The inspiration behind Showtime Homes came from the need to bring better systems and a refined process to the Home Building industry, and most importantly with energy.  The Showtime name is based on the premise that the time is NOW, and action is the only way to move the needle.  This correlates well with the need to push through roadblocks that often arise while building a home, and having the ability to navigate through those challenges, maintain communication, and keep the process moving on the intended timeline.  The platform Buildertrend is an example of the many tools we use to keep information organized, schedule labor and material deliveries, and provide scheduling and cost transparency.  Our business is predicated on the trusted partners we surround ourselves with in an effort to build an efficient home, with a lean process, and do so in a timely manner.


Andersen Home and Land Improvement
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Andersen Home and Land Improvement
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Andersen Home and Land Improvement offers a wide variety of services including window and door replacement and installation, trim work, small demolition, rock spreading, fence install, drywall install and repair, and so much more. We look forward to hearing from you about your next project!

Andersen Home and Land Improvement offers a wide variety of services including window and door replacement and installation, trim work, small demolition, rock spreading, fence install, drywall install and repair, and so much more. We look forward to hearing from you about your next project!


Oak Hill Interiors
700 McClellan St
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Oak Hill Interiors
700 McClellan St
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23 years of experience

Oak Hill is a full-service residential design firm assisting clients with a wide range of challenges. Our extensive background supports each design we create, making it a unique production, custom to the needs and desires of our clients. We specialize in both residential and commercial design. Whether you need a quick refresh of furniture and paint colors, or an extensive whole-house renovation, we can provide the expertise to make sure the project runs smoothly and gives you the best results possible. We have relationships with many local craftsmen and subcontractors, so you can be assured that your project is completed with the highest standards. Or, if you prefer, you can hire your own contractors, and we'll work with them throughout the remodeling process. Our mission is to approach each project with a new eye. We are committed to designing a space that is a true reflection of the clients living in them. We strive to not only relieve the stresses of renovating and decorating, but to make the process fun and enjoyable for everyone.

Oak Hill is a full-service residential design firm assisting clients with a wide range of challenges. Our extensive background supports each design we create, making it a unique production, custom to the needs and desires of our clients. We specialize in both residential and commercial design. Whether you need a quick refresh of furniture and paint colors, or an extensive whole-house renovation, we can provide the expertise to make sure the project runs smoothly and gives you the best results possible. We have relationships with many local craftsmen and subcontractors, so you can be assured that your project is completed with the highest standards. Or, if you prefer, you can hire your own contractors, and we'll work with them throughout the remodeling process. Our mission is to approach each project with a new eye. We are committed to designing a space that is a true reflection of the clients living in them. We strive to not only relieve the stresses of renovating and decorating, but to make the process fun and enjoyable for everyone.


Nicole Parham, Photographer
605 8TH ST
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Nicole Parham, Photographer
605 8TH ST
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10 years of experience

I am a full service photographer specializing in professional family photojournalism and outdoor family portraits. Family photojournalism is the art of capturing real life stories. This is not your typical photography session. If you are tired of the status quo, love authenticity, and want to preserve TRUE family moments with prints that will last YEARS, then I am the photographer for you. My business is set up so that you can choose to both family portraits and a family photojournalism session under one booking fee. There is a pre-consultation, session, order and reveal session, and delivery of your prints. You will be supported in choosing prints that fit your space and you will not be left to print on your own. I offer only the best in prints, canvases, and albums. Labs for prints have been carefully sourced and researched. These are handmade and archival (acid free materials, 100% cotton) products that you will not find from your typical consumer labs or even other local photographers.

I am a full service photographer specializing in professional family photojournalism and outdoor family portraits. Family photojournalism is the art of capturing real life stories. This is not your typical photography session. If you are tired of the status quo, love authenticity, and want to preserve TRUE family moments with prints that will last YEARS, then I am the photographer for you. My business is set up so that you can choose to both family portraits and a family photojournalism session under one booking fee. There is a pre-consultation, session, order and reveal session, and delivery of your prints. You will be supported in choosing prints that fit your space and you will not be left to print on your own. I offer only the best in prints, canvases, and albums. Labs for prints have been carefully sourced and researched. These are handmade and archival (acid free materials, 100% cotton) products that you will not find from your typical consumer labs or even other local photographers.


Plumb Supply Kitchens & Baths
920 SE Frontier Ave
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Plumb Supply Kitchens & Baths
920 SE Frontier Ave
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79 years of experience

For nearly 75 years Plumb Supply Kitchens & Baths have been experts on putting beautifully elegant plumbing fixtures into your home. Now we also put the same expertise into our fine cabinetry, and countertop options as well. From practical conveniences, to luxurious styling, Plumb Supply Kitchens & Baths truly offers cabinetry options for all walks of life. Our specialties include multi family, semi-custom, and full custom designs. Our fully trained, and experienced design team can work within the perimeters of any budget to create a potential award-winning layout that you will be proud to incorporate into your home. Visit one of our many Plumb Supply Kitchens & Baths locations today to make your kitchen & bath dreams become a reality. At Plumb Supply Kitchens & Baths your home never looked so beautiful!

For nearly 75 years Plumb Supply Kitchens & Baths have been experts on putting beautifully elegant plumbing fixtures into your home. Now we also put the same expertise into our fine cabinetry, and countertop options as well. From practical conveniences, to luxurious styling, Plumb Supply Kitchens & Baths truly offers cabinetry options for all walks of life. Our specialties include multi family, semi-custom, and full custom designs. Our fully trained, and experienced design team can work within the perimeters of any budget to create a potential award-winning layout that you will be proud to incorporate into your home. Visit one of our many Plumb Supply Kitchens & Baths locations today to make your kitchen & bath dreams become a reality. At Plumb Supply Kitchens & Baths your home never looked so beautiful!


YOUR ART & DECOR
5710 Ogeechee Rd
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YOUR ART & DECOR
5710 Ogeechee Rd
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11 years of experience

YOUR ART & DECOR is a website that offers 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5 piece wall art that always arrives framed. All orders have free global shipping with no minimum purchase required. We offer, hand paintings, ethic art, modern art, kids art, and many other types of framed wall art. Our window treatments come in complete sets. Our valance sets include complete valance, customization, tiebacks, wall hooks, 2 black out curtains and 2 sheer curtains all included in as little as 140 per meters. All costs are included in one flat rate. We also offer modern & shag rugs. All purchases are covered by our money back guarantee.

YOUR ART & DECOR is a website that offers 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5 piece wall art that always arrives framed. All orders have free global shipping with no minimum purchase required. We offer, hand paintings, ethic art, modern art, kids art, and many other types of framed wall art. Our window treatments come in complete sets. Our valance sets include complete valance, customization, tiebacks, wall hooks, 2 black out curtains and 2 sheer curtains all included in as little as 140 per meters. All costs are included in one flat rate. We also offer modern & shag rugs. All purchases are covered by our money back guarantee.


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FAQs for interior design and decorating projects in Ames, IA

Most interior designers have at least a four-year degree, if not an advanced degree in interior design. Additionally, many states require interior designers to be licensed. If your state does not require licensing, interior designers can take a licensing exam with the National Council of Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ). Overall, licensing requirements vary from state to state, but most licenses require certain education levels and experience to qualify. To check the qualifications of your interior designer, use Angi’s state licensing tool.

The difference between an interior designer and an interior decorator is that the interior decorator focuses on the space’s colors, furniture, art, and finishes. An interior designer goes beyond that to plan and execute layouts, structural changes, and overall functionality in addition to aesthetics that the decorator manages. We recommend hiring an interior designer for major remodeling projects and hiring an interior decorator to establish or enhance your home’s interior style.

On average, hiring an interior designer costs about $8,200, ranging from $200 to $65,000, depending on where you live, the size of your home, and the type of decor. The total price tag of interior design services is based on whether they provide consultation and implementation as well as any specialty design services, such as home staging or digital design mock-ups. Residential interior designers typically charge an hourly rate of $50 to $200 per hour, or up to $500 per hour in areas with high demand.

Hiring an interior designer is often worth the investment, especially for larger projects beyond DIY interior design and project management skills. However, the decision to hire an interior designer depends on your budget and the size of the project. Some benefits of hiring an interior designer include:

  • Realizing the best layout and decor for optimal functionality of the space for your taste, budget, and lifestyle

  • Managing your project to keep the job on track and within budget

  • Assistance with home staging ahead of home sale

  • Serving as a point of contact for contractors

  • Accessing discounts from local suppliers

Before hiring an interior designer, ask a few questions to better understand how they work, what’s expected of you, and what they promise to deliver.

  • How long will the project take to complete?

  • What type of services do you offer?

  • Can you provide a project estimate?

  • Do you work with subcontractors?

  • Are you licensed or certified in this state?

  • Do you have a portfolio of previous work I can review?

  • May I contact your customer references?

  • How do you handle change orders?

  • How do you handle payment?

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