This is the third time we've used the Design Studio- initially we used them for a kitchen remodel…read moreand a family room remodel in my prior home. This latest job involved a combination of decorating (lighting, artwork, furniture, blinds, etc) in my family room and dining room, as well as the reconstruction/remodel of our fireplace. While the furniture and artwork where beautiful, Tammy was also able to replace an undersized, very outdated tiled fireplace with a floor to ceiling (18') stone fireplace that involved demo, stonework, wall repair and building a new hearth too. It all looks beautiful, met my budget and will definitely add value to my home. She was able to push to get the job completed prior to the holidays and it was done very well. No issues or rework. The wood mantle and the hearth ( a beautiful herringbone pattern) matched my existing flooring perfectly, which was hard for them to do. I won't hesitate to use the Design Studio again when we remodel our bathroom later this year.

I wish Yelp had a negative star rating. The number of positive reviews here is surprising; we had a…read morevery different experience with this company. We hired The Design Studio to remodel our master bath in 2023; the work entailed removing the tub, enlarging the shower, adding a steam unit to the shower, tile and a bidet toilet. We were told the job would take 3-4 to complete; it was finally finished 3 1/2 months later. Construction delays happen, I understand that, but the delay became least of our problems. We had inspectors and contractors come back and we then realized we had much larger issues, which landed us in a lengthy, painful legal battle with this person. Most of the issues were around the shower glass and steam unit. The glass was to be floor to ceiling and 10 ft. high; it was installed incorrectly after many delays and breaking of the glass at one point. Rather than take responsibility for her subs she blamed them for everything and withheld payment to them to the point that one sub threatened to put a lien on our house. The steam unit took over an hour to get to temperature; we were told that was normal. Only after hiring an inspector did we learn that the steam unit was woefully underpowered for the size of the space, it should have been four times the output that this one was. The glass and steam unit were only part of our problems, we have incorrect wiring, substandard hardware and poor workmanship and mold beginning to form. Prior to discovering the full scope of work that would have to be torn out and re-done all I asked for from the Design Studio was a refund of the cost of the glass, we would get it replaced on our own. We were offered next to nothing in return so we decided to take it to court, a decision that we regret. We are not the type of people to sue, it is not something we have ever considered. We spent over 3 years in the system with delayed court dates, failed mediation and a large amount of money in legal fees. When we finally got our day in court the trial never started. The judge asked why we hadn't settled then suddenly she was ready to settle, AFTER THREE YEARS!!! After a very short negotiation between attorneys, we came to a settlement. The agreed settlement was far from what we had spent but at least it was over, at least we thought. When the time came for her to sign the judgement, she informed the judge that she would be filing for bankruptcy, leaving us with nothing except an expensive bathroom that needs to be remodeled correctly and a large dent in our bank account. I hope this helps someone make an informed decision when hiring a contractor, all of this and more are in writing in emails, text messages and public records. Be very cautious of The Design Studio, Tammy Hamilton or Hammertown, her company that she previously bankrupted.

Susan came into my home to help me decorate for Christmas. I was expecting a houseful which…read moreincluded my Grandchildren & wanted it to be spectacular! She met my expectations & then some! She was timely & professional! She saw what I had & knew exactly what I needed to do a perfect job! I will continue to use her expertise for future projects. Thank you Susan!

Susan is a God send! She does it all!! She helped come in to my previous home and stage and look…read moreall my existing furniture and art and worked closely with me over months as I was moving into new construction as a single guy with "specific" tastes. She coordinating furniture repair/repurposing, procuring new pieces, ordering custom drapery and custom furniture pieces and all with an eye toward budget and design. I have received so many compliments on her finished project. Now, she is helping with an outdoor pool project to ensure my existing pieces work with what new needs to be purchased! I am a BIG fan of her work and her as a person!

Kimberly is one of the best Interior Designers I have worked with, she takes what you think you…read morewant and turns it into something great. She will make your room, house or office something you will be proud to show to others.

From the owner: 12-year award winning designer from Houzz with 104, 5-star reviews. Nominated by Advocate magazine…read more2021,2020 and 2019 Best Place For Interior Design. Design by Kimberly Vaughan is a Dallas based professional full-service interior design firm specializing in total solutions and consultation for large and small residential spaces with attention to detail, budget, and project management from a simple makeover to a complete renovation. Special promotional reduced rate on design and renovations. We are dedicated to providing personalized designs that are functional, comfortable, lasting and practical creating designs for every economic plan to enhance your home. Working together we develop beautiful warm and inviting spaces. We establish a strategy that fits your lifestyle, providing designs to build your dream home. We will help you express yourself with combinations of color, balance, form, functionality, texture and style. We specialize in creating or refreshing interiors with modern, traditional, eclectic and transitional design. We utilize affordable interior design elements blending your tastes with my skills and design vision. My experience will prevent costly mistakes. email, info@designbykimberlyvaughan.com

Kim Armstrong is a phenomenal designer and a pleasure to work with. Not only does she create…read morebeautiful original spaces but she has an amazing ability to pull ideas from even a "designed-challenged" person like me, and was able to guide me effortlessly through the decision process. I needed help with the overall look and feel, layout, and product selection of a master bedroom and guest bedroom, plus advice on some window coverings. I chose the Design Concierge service which ended up being a great fit as I did not need the full-service option. The whole process was very smooth and efficient. A key step to her approach is the initial consultation which Kim does in advance of the full day of design at the house. I sent some pictures of the rooms in advance as well as some photos I had pinned from a home design site. She used the time on the call to discuss my goals for the project and to ask lots of questions to get a feel for my style. Kim came to our in person design day a few days later already armed with targeted, creative ideas and with a good sense of what would be appealing to me. You could tell she had done a good deal of prep work in advance. We tackled one room at a time starting with her taking measurements and inputting them into a CAD program so it would be easy to slot existing and new items into the floorplan. Kim has a wealth of knowledge about products and vendors so she easily came up with multiple options for each decision. She would then place each items I had decided on into the design board right on the spot, so I would not be struggling to visualize how everything will look together. I felt like I was not giving her much to go on in terms of feedback but she was able to quickly zero in on what resonated with me, and offered options in different price ranges. While I never felt like she was pushing me into a direction I wasn't comfortable with, she did encourage me to go a bit out of my comfort zone and consider things that would never have entered my mind (which is kind of the point, right?) Kim is ultra-focused and extremely efficient. I really don't know how she covered as much ground as she did on the day she was here, I felt like she made the most of every minute . As a result we even had time at the end of the day for her to tackle a few random one offs that had been bugging me for years and even pick out paper, paint and light fixtures for laundry room The day was a whirlwind but oh so fun! Within less than a week of our meeting she sent me the completed design boards along with an item-by-item list of the products we had selected along with links directly to the vendor sites. She also included detailed instructions /work orders to give to for example the firm making the custom draperies and floor plans so I could remember where everything goes. This made the implementation so easy. I am so pleased with the overall result and the whole process. I highly recommend Kim Armstrong!

Kim Armstrong is highly professional and I am in awe of her peerless design skills and seamless…read morecoordination capacity. I absolutely adore my new space and I am forever grateful to Kim and her team. I have a great deal of experience with interior designers in the USA and United Kingdom; Kim is the most creative, innovative and gifted I have worked with...EVER. Every piece Kim recommended was unique and impeccable. Kim is laser focused and pays attention to a wide range of input to develop a design that is extraordinary yet personal. Kim was always attentive and responsive; she guided my choices in a respectful and affirming way. One example of why Kim's service and interiors are distinctive and original: Kim found an African Mud Cloth at Round Top Texas Antique Week. Kim said she thought it would look great in my room. The cloth makes the room. Kim is a delight and pleasure to work with, she under promises and over delivers. Working with Kim Armstrong Design was such a pleasure that I am tempted to keep renovating. I know Kim will continue to brighten many lives, thank you for your part in ours!

We began working with Collin and his daughter in 2012 with a large customer order shade. When…read moreissues come up or we have new ideas, ROSS HOWAR is our go-to. Our 2012 customer shade needed some help for the first time recently. Walked into the store, received professional and personable help. Left shortly after with the solution to the problem 14 years later, they had our record and provided exceptional care. This quality of business barely exists any more. Highly recommend this business over all others.

I was looking for something to block out the midday sun because it had become impossible to work…read morefrom home. They arrived quickly, found exactly what I needed for my windows, and installed everything in no time. Now I can work in peace without any distractions.

My husband and I bought a new (new to us) home and it was very traditional. We wanted to update it…read moreto match our style, so we hired Ginger to come and walk through. She is lovely in every way and full of creative ideas. Highly recommend!

From the owner: We are experts in home and commercial design, designing spaces that are not only…read morelivable/comfortable, but are simple, creative and beautiful. We are sought after by clients who understand the value of superior, professional design. Our style lends itself toward urban Scandinavian with a modern organic twist. Never over done, but never understated! Most recently Urbanology Designs took home 1st place Designer of the Year from the Interior Design Society, one of the countries largest design organizations. Also a 2017 "Best of" award for design and customer service from the industry giant HOUZZ. Our passion for what we do can be seen from the grand scheme to the smallest detail!

We had wanted to update our kitchen and living room for years but it felt like such a big project…read moreit was hard to know where to start. But Spruced made it easy, understanding our vision, goals, and budget and offering options to help us achieve them. The attention to detail from both the design and construction teams was great; they asked our preference on things I wouldn't have even thought of. And when we had change orders, they worked with us to come up with solutions. When issues came up, they made them right. The result is a kitchen that's much more functional and spaces that look and feel brighter and more like us. I'd definitely reach out to them again with future needs.

Awesome work with Bre and the team there. Excellent work from the design to the install. Great…read morecommunication and responsiveness throughout the entire project. Highly recommend and would use again!