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JGib Interiors, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jennifer was great in helping me envision the plan I had for remodeling my great room. She made suggestions that I would not have thought of and balanced the total design. She listened to what I had in mind and took it to the next level. If I had any negative, it would be that she became a bit less involved when I didn't choose her contractor. All in all, though, very happy with how it turned out!"
Dining Room Bar
Dining Room
Hall Bath Refresh
Modern Farmhouse - Kitchen
Unfortunately the entire kitchen was destroyed

+131

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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KKastl Interiors, Inc.
4.5(
22
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Terrific value

"Kristina was very helpful with this interior designer project. She is very creative, amazing with colors and texture choices, was sensitive to my budget, and was also patient with me. She helped with furniture, carpet, paint selections and placements. I really love what she did for me and I would highly recommend her professional services."
Kitchen remodel
Living room furniture
Staircase rework
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Grandview Construction, Inc.
4.9(
32
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jeremy was excellent throughout the entire process, from our initial design meeting through completion of the job. After our basement remodel was finished, I hired Jeremy again to build a deck for our home. Again, excellent job and done in a quick and timely manner. I d hire Jeremy for any home improvement projects, excellent work."
Finished Product
Close up picture of deck
Finished space
New header in and tyvek installed
Finished product

+180

Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Lori Hilton Interiors
5.0(
6
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"Lori has been a godsend. I’d been putting off a much-needed redesign of my large apartment living room / office space for years. I’d bought a couple of good quality, neutral items (eg, a white sectional sofa), but most of the rest of the room was a hodgepodge of found items with blank walls. I’d seen things I liked but never purchased them because I wasn’t sure about what I really wanted, and I feared I might be buying the wrong thing. Lori came in and showed me an overall vision for giving more elegance and purpose to the space, with new furniture pieces, accessories, and a gorgeous, cohesive color scheme. Now it’s neutral-beautiful and everyone who visits comments on the stunning transformation!"
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling
4.2(
29
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Roman is very detailed and knowledgeable. I've never had a contractor who tried that hard to understand the job even before coming for a quote. Very easy to get a hold of as well which is rare for contractors from this site. Would highly recommend."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Mila Boyer Interiors
5.0(
3
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had engaged Mila Boyer Interiors to refresh my laundry room. She took my requirements and expanded upon them to give me the laundry room of my dreams. Making the small room light, bright and spacious. I have so much storage space now and yet the room airy. Iâ m so pleased with the outcome that Iâ m engaging Mila for another project in my home and canâ t wait to see her what she does applying her magic touch."
library
Modern British decor
vintage chairs
tea room 2
tea room

+52

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Interiors By Decorating Den
3.5(
20
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"What I liked about Seda and Decorating Den was that she incorporated my ideas in her design. If furnishing rooms is too much, but you have specific ideas for some part of the design Seda and the Decorating Den will work with you. I also love that Seda presented multiple options for all the rooms she designed. Seda was amazing to work with because she loves what she's doing, but she really wanted to make me happy."
Ultra-Modern Dining
Ultra-Modern Dining
Ultra-Modern Dining
Ultra-Modern Dining
Before

+80

Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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G.A.STEELE CONSTRUCTION
4.7(
3
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

"Gene has been wonderful to work with and pays as much attention to details as I do! He is knowledgeable and dedicated to finding the best solutions for a complex project. We are only halfway through the project now but we will share more information and photos when we finish next week."
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FAQs for interior design and decorating projects in Carol Stream, IL

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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