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T DES1GN, LLC

5.00(
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T DES1GN, LLC

5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2000 years of experience

The spaces you spend most of your time in are definitely worth the extra attention TDES1GN LLC can give them. With over 20 years of industry experience, we are able to design any size space to exceed your expectations, always paying close attention to the specific style of each individual or company with whom we work. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"I downsized to a condo that was very tired when I bought it. It needed a complete overhaul and I had no idea of where to start. I met with Teang and she asked me lots of questions and showed me many concepts and was happy to work with me even though I really had no idea of what I wanted or my budget for the project. The only guidance I could give was I wanted a place that felt like home. I need to see something with my eyes to know if I will like it or not. I have a hard time to visualize what something is going to look like from a sketch or description. Teang had many ideas for different areas of my home from structure to colors and materials and I had to just trust that she knew what she was doing. But in every case I loved the end result and it was better than I could have hoped for. Teang was willing to work with me in the way I wanted to do the project. I wanted to use a contractor that I had used in many projects in the past for some of the work and I wanted to do some of the work myself. And she supplied the contractors for the more complicated tasks. It all ran smoothly. I look forward to working with her on the last phase as we remodel the bedrooms. I highly recommend her for any design and build project."

Adam K on February 2023

The spaces you spend most of your time in are definitely worth the extra attention TDES1GN LLC can give them. With over 20 years of industry experience, we are able to design any size space to exceed your expectations, always paying close attention to the specific style of each individual or company with whom we work. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"I downsized to a condo that was very tired when I bought it. It needed a complete overhaul and I had no idea of where to start. I met with Teang and she asked me lots of questions and showed me many concepts and was happy to work with me even though I really had no idea of what I wanted or my budget for the project. The only guidance I could give was I wanted a place that felt like home. I need to see something with my eyes to know if I will like it or not. I have a hard time to visualize what something is going to look like from a sketch or description. Teang had many ideas for different areas of my home from structure to colors and materials and I had to just trust that she knew what she was doing. But in every case I loved the end result and it was better than I could have hoped for. Teang was willing to work with me in the way I wanted to do the project. I wanted to use a contractor that I had used in many projects in the past for some of the work and I wanted to do some of the work myself. And she supplied the contractors for the more complicated tasks. It all ran smoothly. I look forward to working with her on the last phase as we remodel the bedrooms. I highly recommend her for any design and build project."

Adam K on February 2023


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Colette Designed LLC

4.78(
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Colette Designed LLC

4.78(
18
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
2016 years of experience

Whether you need a space to wow guests, entertain family or escape to your peace we create spaces that are a true reflection of you. It is our passion to constantly pursue fresh inspiration and bring your ideal visions to its complementary surface. We work hard to deliver designs that are current, yet still possess a timeless style. We set out to create an environment that evokes emotion and fills a purpose. We take pride in our work ethic, our eye for innovative designs, and our commitment to our clients. Beginning with research and inspiration, we move through the stages of design to find you the most efficient, functional, and elegant solution, while maintaining practical measures of budget, accessibility, and timeline. Hours of extensive market research allow us to create each design specific to your target market. We pay attention to personalized details that are a reflection of you and your space. From a complete room makeover, one special piece to finish a room. or a blank canvas in a new home. we ensure that you are making the most of your investment. **We take on small projects too! If you're in need of only a consultation for guidance and color selections give us a call! ** www.colettedesigned.com 248-508-7787

"I seldomly leave reviews unless I think they are beyond deserved, and this one is deserved! I purchased a home and have never been a fan of designing/decorating. I went from despising decorating to laughing and enjoying it with the help of Colette. She is lighthearted, not pushy and takes pride in her work. She found some extremely unique pieces of decor for my home that wow everyone who sees them. Her pricing is extremely fair as well, 10/10 would recommend."

Chris F on January 2025

Whether you need a space to wow guests, entertain family or escape to your peace we create spaces that are a true reflection of you. It is our passion to constantly pursue fresh inspiration and bring your ideal visions to its complementary surface. We work hard to deliver designs that are current, yet still possess a timeless style. We set out to create an environment that evokes emotion and fills a purpose. We take pride in our work ethic, our eye for innovative designs, and our commitment to our clients. Beginning with research and inspiration, we move through the stages of design to find you the most efficient, functional, and elegant solution, while maintaining practical measures of budget, accessibility, and timeline. Hours of extensive market research allow us to create each design specific to your target market. We pay attention to personalized details that are a reflection of you and your space. From a complete room makeover, one special piece to finish a room. or a blank canvas in a new home. we ensure that you are making the most of your investment. **We take on small projects too! If you're in need of only a consultation for guidance and color selections give us a call! ** www.colettedesigned.com 248-508-7787

"I seldomly leave reviews unless I think they are beyond deserved, and this one is deserved! I purchased a home and have never been a fan of designing/decorating. I went from despising decorating to laughing and enjoying it with the help of Colette. She is lighthearted, not pushy and takes pride in her work. She found some extremely unique pieces of decor for my home that wow everyone who sees them. Her pricing is extremely fair as well, 10/10 would recommend."

Chris F on January 2025


"Eduard and team were very professional and incredibly talented. The attention to detail was unlike anything weâ ve experienced. We would definitely use again and recommend to friends and family."

Amy E on November 2024

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Eduard and team were very professional and incredibly talented. The attention to detail was unlike anything weâ ve experienced. We would definitely use again and recommend to friends and family."

Amy E on November 2024


Stradinger Building and Remodeling, LLC

4.72(
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Stradinger Building and Remodeling, LLC

4.72(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
1996 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Stradinger Building and Remodeling is an Attica area construction company specializing in tenant finish and ground-up new construction. We expertly handle the full spectrum of construction projects from simple tenant interiors to complex design build projects, and everything in between. Plain and simple. We're capable! We're reliable! We're versatile! From home building to remodels, if it involves any kind of construction, bring it on. Call today for your Free Quote!

"Hired Tim to put a new roof on and added 3 new decks and then he added an addition on to our home 2 more bedrooms , family room and walk in closet ! His work was outstanding and priced better then anyone we know !! We highly recommend him for anything ."

Linda F on May 2022

Stradinger Building and Remodeling is an Attica area construction company specializing in tenant finish and ground-up new construction. We expertly handle the full spectrum of construction projects from simple tenant interiors to complex design build projects, and everything in between. Plain and simple. We're capable! We're reliable! We're versatile! From home building to remodels, if it involves any kind of construction, bring it on. Call today for your Free Quote!

"Hired Tim to put a new roof on and added 3 new decks and then he added an addition on to our home 2 more bedrooms , family room and walk in closet ! His work was outstanding and priced better then anyone we know !! We highly recommend him for anything ."

Linda F on May 2022


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Advantage Blinds Shades & Shutters LLC

5.00(
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Advantage Blinds Shades & Shutters LLC

5.00(
273
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

At Advantage we are different! We started with a simple mission; Provide the highest quality products, unbeatable customer service and offer fair, competitive prices! Since 1998, we have built our company and reputation on the satisfaction of thousands of customers and we would like to be your window covering source. As a certified dealer for several name brand manufacturers, we install and service only those products that we sell. We are very proud of the many reviews we have received from Angie's List members. We invite you to take a moment to see why we have been awarded the Angie's List Super Service Award for the last 10 years.

"This is the second time we have used Advantage Blinds. When we first moved into our home, we had them measure and install blinds and they were wonderful. Then, just recently we had new windows installed. We, once again used Advantage Blinds and once again. We could ask for better service. They are wonderful to work with and extremely nice and professional. I wouldn’t hesitate for a moment to recommend them and I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again. I give them a very strong thumbs up!"

Joanie F on January 2021

At Advantage we are different! We started with a simple mission; Provide the highest quality products, unbeatable customer service and offer fair, competitive prices! Since 1998, we have built our company and reputation on the satisfaction of thousands of customers and we would like to be your window covering source. As a certified dealer for several name brand manufacturers, we install and service only those products that we sell. We are very proud of the many reviews we have received from Angie's List members. We invite you to take a moment to see why we have been awarded the Angie's List Super Service Award for the last 10 years.

"This is the second time we have used Advantage Blinds. When we first moved into our home, we had them measure and install blinds and they were wonderful. Then, just recently we had new windows installed. We, once again used Advantage Blinds and once again. We could ask for better service. They are wonderful to work with and extremely nice and professional. I wouldn’t hesitate for a moment to recommend them and I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again. I give them a very strong thumbs up!"

Joanie F on January 2021


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Closets By Design - East Michigan

4.93(
214
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Closets By Design - East Michigan

4.93(
214
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Since 1982 Closets by Design designs has built a reputation of integrity as the industry leader in building custom closets, garage cabinets, offices, laundries, pantries and much more. With a wide selection of finishes, accessories and hardware, you will get the customized look you have always imagined. We are committed to quality from the beginning to the end of your project and look forward to earning your business. We also offer Financing!

"Designer: Sharon Fielhauser met with my wife and went over the ins and outs of her ideal dream closet system. My wife met with her after researching two other options. Ikea Closet System and Container Store Closet system. Hence this review we went with Closets byDesign. Yes they are a little more but everything is custom designed for and your needs and installation is added in the cost. There is nothing wrong with the other companies but Closets byDesign one our business. The wait time I think was 6 weeks or so from design to installation. Installer/Builder: Izac showed up what I would have called lunch time but he called work time. (around 11:00 AM on a week day) Izac never stopped for the three hours at all walking in and out of the house as he had to cut and fabricate outside and install inside our primary. We offered him lunch and he said he was good. But he worked really hard and deserved a break. Izac was a one man team and went over every detail with my wife he had any concerns. For example he offer to have a set of drawers even with the wall or line up with the window. Izac made little to no mess and as indicatied in CBD policy all i had to do as a home owner was fix the holes in the wall from the previous closet and paint if we so wished. but honestly most of the holes was coved by the new system. We have discussed hiring Closets byDesign for other works and would recommend you do the same."

Spencer I on October 2021

Since 1982 Closets by Design designs has built a reputation of integrity as the industry leader in building custom closets, garage cabinets, offices, laundries, pantries and much more. With a wide selection of finishes, accessories and hardware, you will get the customized look you have always imagined. We are committed to quality from the beginning to the end of your project and look forward to earning your business. We also offer Financing!

"Designer: Sharon Fielhauser met with my wife and went over the ins and outs of her ideal dream closet system. My wife met with her after researching two other options. Ikea Closet System and Container Store Closet system. Hence this review we went with Closets byDesign. Yes they are a little more but everything is custom designed for and your needs and installation is added in the cost. There is nothing wrong with the other companies but Closets byDesign one our business. The wait time I think was 6 weeks or so from design to installation. Installer/Builder: Izac showed up what I would have called lunch time but he called work time. (around 11:00 AM on a week day) Izac never stopped for the three hours at all walking in and out of the house as he had to cut and fabricate outside and install inside our primary. We offered him lunch and he said he was good. But he worked really hard and deserved a break. Izac was a one man team and went over every detail with my wife he had any concerns. For example he offer to have a set of drawers even with the wall or line up with the window. Izac made little to no mess and as indicatied in CBD policy all i had to do as a home owner was fix the holes in the wall from the previous closet and paint if we so wished. but honestly most of the holes was coved by the new system. We have discussed hiring Closets byDesign for other works and would recommend you do the same."

Spencer I on October 2021


The Carpet Guys LLC

4.73(
449
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The Carpet Guys LLC

4.73(
449
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

Super Service Award winning company on Angi with over 50yrs of combined professional experience, The Carpet Guys are the flooring and carpet experts of southeast Michigan, servicing all of Metro Detroit, including Oakland, Wayne, and Macomb counties, respectively. As well as the Greater Chicagoland area and Toledo, Ohio. The Carpet Guys are also the proud recipients of the Better Business Bureaus (BBB) Torch Award for ethics in 2020 and 2023.

"The sales representative we worked with, Brian E., was a pleasure to work with and, without hesitation, we want to work with Brian E. again when we need new carpet for a different space. We didn't feel rushed or pressured to make a decision during our appointment. We had actually planned NOT to purchase carpet during our initial appointment with Brian E. and had planned to look at our options, think about it for a few days, and then make a decision and call back to purchase carpet. However, Brian E. answered our many, many questions, we found the perfect carpet for our space, Brian E. was able to arrange delivery within the time frame that we needed, and we changed our plan on the spot and purchased carpet by the end of our meeting. Sergio and his team installed our new carpet. They were fast, polite, professional, and fun. (We didn't know how they would get the carpet down our stairs that make a 90-degree turn but they made it happen without scuffing the walls!) We also wanted to use a pewter-colored gripper strip where the carpet transitioned to concrete floor under closet doors instead of the silver or gold options offered by The Carpet Guys and they were able to accommodate our request and use and install the pewter strips that we had purchased. We eventually plan to replace more carpet and when we do, we will be reaching out to work with Brian E. at The Carpet Guys and we will be requesting installation by Sergio and his team. Our sales and installation experience with The Carpet Guys, Brian E., Sergio, and Sergio's two hardworking installers all exceeded our expectations!! Highly recommend."

danielle L on January 2022

Super Service Award winning company on Angi with over 50yrs of combined professional experience, The Carpet Guys are the flooring and carpet experts of southeast Michigan, servicing all of Metro Detroit, including Oakland, Wayne, and Macomb counties, respectively. As well as the Greater Chicagoland area and Toledo, Ohio. The Carpet Guys are also the proud recipients of the Better Business Bureaus (BBB) Torch Award for ethics in 2020 and 2023.

"The sales representative we worked with, Brian E., was a pleasure to work with and, without hesitation, we want to work with Brian E. again when we need new carpet for a different space. We didn't feel rushed or pressured to make a decision during our appointment. We had actually planned NOT to purchase carpet during our initial appointment with Brian E. and had planned to look at our options, think about it for a few days, and then make a decision and call back to purchase carpet. However, Brian E. answered our many, many questions, we found the perfect carpet for our space, Brian E. was able to arrange delivery within the time frame that we needed, and we changed our plan on the spot and purchased carpet by the end of our meeting. Sergio and his team installed our new carpet. They were fast, polite, professional, and fun. (We didn't know how they would get the carpet down our stairs that make a 90-degree turn but they made it happen without scuffing the walls!) We also wanted to use a pewter-colored gripper strip where the carpet transitioned to concrete floor under closet doors instead of the silver or gold options offered by The Carpet Guys and they were able to accommodate our request and use and install the pewter strips that we had purchased. We eventually plan to replace more carpet and when we do, we will be reaching out to work with Brian E. at The Carpet Guys and we will be requesting installation by Sergio and his team. Our sales and installation experience with The Carpet Guys, Brian E., Sergio, and Sergio's two hardworking installers all exceeded our expectations!! Highly recommend."

danielle L on January 2022


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Style Source Painting & Decorating

4.65(
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Style Source Painting & Decorating

4.65(
190
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

Style Source offers a wide range of services to our valued homeowners and business professionals: -We are a full service Painting and Decorating company, From simple to complex, run of the mill to eccentric, we can handle every paint project with professionalism. We are picky. We hold ourselves to high standards. We are clean. We produce razor sharp lines between coatings. We fix anything. We are good communicators, and we enjoy the work. For an estimate, call, text, or log on to our website and fill out the form. -We offer Handyman services second to none. From installing lights, changing plumbing fixtures, caulking backsplashes, repairing drywall from water damage, replacing rotten or damaged trim inside or out. There are not many tasks in maintaining a home that we do not do. We offer half day and full day appointments, depending on how much work you have. Great value comes from our handyman service, you hire one company and they cover many trades, saving you money. See our reviews. To receive a time estimate on your honey do list, call, text, or log on to the website and fill out the form. -We offer Kitchen/Bath Renovations. We can help you form a cost effective plan. Services include new bath or shower install with tile surround, vanities, flooring, cabinet installation or painting, and appliance install. No one wants the kitchen, or bathroom out of service for long. We dedicate qualified technicians to your job to carry out the renovation expediently. For an estimate, call, text or log on to the website and fill out the form.

"I was very please with Style Source, I hired them twice. I recently got deal (2 weeks ago) for additional painting. I have called at leasr 10 times, left messages, but no one will call me back. I am not sure i they are still in business."

Letha M on October 2020

Style Source offers a wide range of services to our valued homeowners and business professionals: -We are a full service Painting and Decorating company, From simple to complex, run of the mill to eccentric, we can handle every paint project with professionalism. We are picky. We hold ourselves to high standards. We are clean. We produce razor sharp lines between coatings. We fix anything. We are good communicators, and we enjoy the work. For an estimate, call, text, or log on to our website and fill out the form. -We offer Handyman services second to none. From installing lights, changing plumbing fixtures, caulking backsplashes, repairing drywall from water damage, replacing rotten or damaged trim inside or out. There are not many tasks in maintaining a home that we do not do. We offer half day and full day appointments, depending on how much work you have. Great value comes from our handyman service, you hire one company and they cover many trades, saving you money. See our reviews. To receive a time estimate on your honey do list, call, text, or log on to the website and fill out the form. -We offer Kitchen/Bath Renovations. We can help you form a cost effective plan. Services include new bath or shower install with tile surround, vanities, flooring, cabinet installation or painting, and appliance install. No one wants the kitchen, or bathroom out of service for long. We dedicate qualified technicians to your job to carry out the renovation expediently. For an estimate, call, text or log on to the website and fill out the form.

"I was very please with Style Source, I hired them twice. I recently got deal (2 weeks ago) for additional painting. I have called at leasr 10 times, left messages, but no one will call me back. I am not sure i they are still in business."

Letha M on October 2020


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Lance Aaron/ Professional Online Portrait Artist

5.00(
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Lance Aaron/ Professional Online Portrait Artist

5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Hey, I'm Lance! I became a professional online portrait artist in 2006 after my family was taken from me in a tornado losing my mother, father, brother, and son. Twenty-eight lives were taken as well as all their possessions, like mine. I drew from destroyed photos their families so they could have memorial portraits of them at the funerals and for the rest of time. Since then I have made a living traveling the country doing shows and drawing from photos you email me on line. There is NO GIFT more unique that brings more tears of joy to a loved one's eyes like one of these. Nothing. I've seen it time and time again. I make it affordable to anyone who's ever wanted one of these. Paintings with half the detail of these can cost upwards of $30,000 limiting something like this from hanging in living rooms for families to the rich only. Not anymore. Here's how it works.. Simply email me your favorite picture or pictures to [email protected] with a brief description of what you would like done. The bigger and clearer the picture the better the drawing. I will start an initial sketch right away and take pictures of it and show it to you. Please email them quickly if possible, because the holidays are coming and I get busy. Once the initial sketch is done. I usually take something down on it. It's a lot of work doing the initial sketch. This varies on the cost of the drawing which we will discuss right away. Drawings are usually 175 for 9x12's 225 for 11x14's 275 for 14x17's After this process is done I continue with your art piece sending you photos on line all the way through which many people find a lot of fun. I am also friends on Facebook with almost every person I've ever drawn for as well and would like to be your friend as well if you would like that. I post them on FB at your discretion. It makes me way more legit to people as well. The Prices vary with the art because of the size of the drawing as well as the number of faces. The number of faces DOES NOT double the cost. Usually an extra face is added depending on the size from anywhere between 25 and 50, but I do deals on these more than anything, so please call me about it at .(850) 691-3976

Hey, I'm Lance! I became a professional online portrait artist in 2006 after my family was taken from me in a tornado losing my mother, father, brother, and son. Twenty-eight lives were taken as well as all their possessions, like mine. I drew from destroyed photos their families so they could have memorial portraits of them at the funerals and for the rest of time. Since then I have made a living traveling the country doing shows and drawing from photos you email me on line. There is NO GIFT more unique that brings more tears of joy to a loved one's eyes like one of these. Nothing. I've seen it time and time again. I make it affordable to anyone who's ever wanted one of these. Paintings with half the detail of these can cost upwards of $30,000 limiting something like this from hanging in living rooms for families to the rich only. Not anymore. Here's how it works.. Simply email me your favorite picture or pictures to [email protected] with a brief description of what you would like done. The bigger and clearer the picture the better the drawing. I will start an initial sketch right away and take pictures of it and show it to you. Please email them quickly if possible, because the holidays are coming and I get busy. Once the initial sketch is done. I usually take something down on it. It's a lot of work doing the initial sketch. This varies on the cost of the drawing which we will discuss right away. Drawings are usually 175 for 9x12's 225 for 11x14's 275 for 14x17's After this process is done I continue with your art piece sending you photos on line all the way through which many people find a lot of fun. I am also friends on Facebook with almost every person I've ever drawn for as well and would like to be your friend as well if you would like that. I post them on FB at your discretion. It makes me way more legit to people as well. The Prices vary with the art because of the size of the drawing as well as the number of faces. The number of faces DOES NOT double the cost. Usually an extra face is added depending on the size from anywhere between 25 and 50, but I do deals on these more than anything, so please call me about it at .(850) 691-3976


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DELUX DRAPERY & SHADE CO

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DELUX DRAPERY & SHADE CO

4.81(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a 3rd generation, family owned business since 1942. We help you with all your decorating choices and needs. We are specialists in window treatments, Hunter Douglas Gallery, wallpaper, custom bedding and headboards, drapery, interior design, decorating and custom furniture. We also have Aristocrat Awnings.

"Dropped off and picked up due to only 1 blind. Not the cheapest source for work but the most dependble"

Lydia B on October 2019

We are a 3rd generation, family owned business since 1942. We help you with all your decorating choices and needs. We are specialists in window treatments, Hunter Douglas Gallery, wallpaper, custom bedding and headboards, drapery, interior design, decorating and custom furniture. We also have Aristocrat Awnings.

"Dropped off and picked up due to only 1 blind. Not the cheapest source for work but the most dependble"

Lydia B on October 2019

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Interior Design and Decorating questions, answered by experts

There are a few ways to cut down on your overall project costs for an interior designer if you want to update your home on a budget. Some ways to reduce costs include:

  • Purchasing your own products, which can save significant money on commission costs for your designer. 

  • Design one room at a time versus your whole home, to stick to a current budget. 

  • Only paying for a consultation, which will give you expert tips for DIY design. 

It’s unnecessary to tip holiday decorators, and most professionals won’t expect it, but it’s a nice gesture to show your appreciation for their work. If the expert goes above and beyond to keep your delicate decorations safe, or they’re hanging your exterior lights and putting out lawn decorations in freezing temperatures or inclement weather, a tip between 10% and 20% of your total will be appreciated. Large jobs that include interior and exterior work are also good opportunities to tip, especially if your expert is performing a rush job close to the holidays.

You may think that adding crown molding will shrink a room, but in fact, it has the opposite effect. The reason crown molding makes a room bigger is that it draws the eyes upward to the ceiling, which gives the impression of a taller wall. Just be careful that you don't crowd the room— if you have a lot of artwork or intricate wallpaper, crown molding may not be a good idea.

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.

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.

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