What an amazing experience we had with Janice and the entire team! Not only are they creative, hard…read moreworking, and professional, but they have the most beautiful and quality items! You can put your complete trust that they will stage your house to perfection so that it will look great for the photos and the tours!! Our home went into escrow 4 days after listing and we received $100,000 over asking price! The 1st stage service is a great value and will pay off tremendously in the end.

I have hired 1st Stage for multiple properties over the years. In the past, they generally did…read moregreat work and I was impressed with their staging style, professionalism, availability, and pricing. That said, my most recent experience was disappointing. I had them stage a modern townhouse in Costa Mesa near the beach. Unfortunately, the staging style they chose did not match the aesthetic of the property at all. I am not a designer, so I typically trust their vision and let them take the lead. This time, I reached out to their team and simply asked if we could swap out a few items to make the space feel more modern or beachy. I was told I would need to pay a restocking fee. That response was frustrating. I had referred them many jobs and clients in the past, and while the fee itself was not a large amount, it felt unnecessary and left a bad impression. They did eventually waive the fee, which I appreciated, but the situation already felt mishandled. Fast forward a bit. The property did not sell, and I requested that it be de-staged. Their team came out a few days later and removed the furniture. A few months after that, they emailed both me and my client, who was the actual party to the staging contract, claiming there was a prorated balance due for a few extra days the furniture remained in the home. The amount was under $400. The contract was between my client and 1st Stage, not me, so I was confused as to why I was included. Shortly after, Mark Sutton emailed me directly asking if I could take care of the payment by the next day. I found that extremely unprofessional. Agents are the ones who bring them business, and asking me to personally pay an invoice that had nothing to do with me showed a real lack of business judgment. I expressed my disappointment with their customer service, and the only response I received was a payment link. If you are looking for a stager who truly feels like a partner and values long-term relationships, I would think twice before using this company. In my experience, once an issue arises, you are treated like just another number, and preserving relationships does not seem to be a priority.

I have used Andrina Designs for three of my homes in the past 15 years. Andrina is almost psychic…read morein her ability to read a client's mind about lifestyle, taste and budget. She is very skilled and I could not praise her enough for understanding and sticking to a strict budget and timeline. Although her studio is in California, she had no problem coming to New York to do my work. Check out www.andrinadesigns.com to see photos of her excellent work!

We enlisted the design services of AndrinaPaladin Designs for the complete renovation of our…read moreoriginally traditional New England style, single-level beach house, into a contemporary, open, light and airy living space. The remodel included removal of a kitchen/dining room wall to provide an open concept, and the removal of a central double-sided fireplace to open the living room area. A new fireplace was installed, dated soffits were removed, ceilings were modified, skylights added and both bathrooms were completely gutted and remodeled. During the entire process Andrina demonstrated exceptional professionalism. She kept the project moving and more importantly, us on track and on budget by working with us to make literally over a hundred decisions ranging from material selections (paint, stain, stone, tile, glass, etc.), to hardware selection. Andrina's research, planning and schedule management facilitated the entire project. Throughout the process she helped us to visualize the finished product with the use of sketches and renderings. I can't imagine the average homeowner taking on this level of responsibility themselves. Andrina possessed the ability to listen to our ideas and then skillfully guided us to a design we absolutely love. We quickly learned to trust her recommendations, and quickly established a wonderful partnership. When construction was nearing completion, we finalized the selection of the furnishings, which made the move in process very exciting. The finished product was more awesome than we could have ever imagined. I would highly recommend AndrinaPaladin Designs to anyone who is looking for a professional, competent, creative and highly organized interior designer. Bob & Michelle Laguna Niguel

I am a wall covering installer, and have worked on several of Marlene's projects. She has a very…read morekeen eye for interior design, and she is very meticulous in all of her design decisions on all of the spaces she is working on. I have worked for a number of designers over the years, and Marlene is one of the best. Thanks Marlene for all of your projects that I have been a part of, and looking forward to more in the future. 5 stars for sure!!

Marlene approached me at a business networking event after I gave a brief introduction on how my…read morecompany helps interior designers grow their business and offers free services to their clients. (www.TrustSOS.Solutions/Partner-With-SOS/) I found Marlene to be extremely professional. Her design portfolio is impressive.

We had a consultation at our home yesterday and it made all the difference in the world for us. We…read moreare making some big decisions with respect to our home in Sierra Madre (whether to love it or list it). During our meeting, Debbie was able to provide us with valuable information relating to this. We are so appreciative of her knowledge, professionalism, and kindness. She also has a very helpful office team who are nice and attentive. Based on my experience, Debbie is five stars!

I've had the pleasure of collaborating with Talianko Design Group on numerous occasions. When…read moreDebbie and her team are on a project, I'm confident our clients are in the best of hands. Debbie is a consummate professional and truly cares about providing high quality, beautiful results. I would not hesitate to recommend her top-notch firm.

My wife and I have had the pleasure of working with Shan Luvisa at Obvious Flair on multiple…read moreprojects over the years. Shan is a consummate professional with a wonderful attention to detail and a great sensibility for design. Shan truly listens to her clients, stays current on new trends and the latest materials and will deliver a cohesive design that fits both your personal style and budget. Do yourself a favor and invest onehour of time for initial consultation and it will be the best home improvement decision you've ever made.

Sometimes it's the little things - the followthrough, the standing by your work, the solid team of…read moreinstallers - that make an experience successful. Layer on that her good eye for adding a little glamour and I've been impressed with her work for me and others. Shan really pulls it all together in a cohesive and interesting way. Highly recommend!

A few years ago I ordered my sofas from Tamra at Concept Design. Great service and the sofas are a…read morepretty today as the day they were delivered. Good quality is hard to find in service and in product. Concept Design delivered both.

From the owner: Concept Design, Inc. specializes in both residential and commercial projects. We are a full service…read moredesign firm with a concentration on creating a unique interior environment tailored to suit your specific needs. Our mission is to be an asset to our clients by providing them with a large array of resources from many years in the design and furniture industry.

We asked Emily & Della to help us update a few things around the house. What they actually did was…read moretransform it into a home that makes us beam with delight every time we walk through the door. We wanted some new paint and light fixtures, and they delivered that and so much more. We've done multiple projects with them at this point and have enthusiastically recommended them to anyone that will listen. They're responsive, intuitive, and connected us with a phenomenal contractor that turned their vision into our everyday reality. Della & Emily are a delight to work with and we're so grateful for everything they've done for us.

If 10 stars were an option, I would have selected that. Della and Emily at Maison Blue Design Group…read morewere absolutely wonderful to work with. They were incredibly thorough, detailed, and responsive to every thing that came up in our project. Since this was our first time going through any sort of remodeling, we were extremely grateful that Emily and Della advocated for us when needed with our contactor. The concept that Maison Blue came up with for our house was exactly what we were looking for. We cannot recommend this pair enough for your next project.

The VERY short version: I ordered custom chairs in November 2025; promised for January 2026…read more They finally arrived February 11 2026 but were built 3.5" too high and unusable. After repeated follow-ups -and finally a demand letter - I finally got semi-rebuilt chairs delivered May 1 2026. No one checked-in, offered an apology, or followed up through the almost 6 month process. I had to initiate everything. Way too much time, money and aggravation for a product I no longer want -- every time I look at them I'm reminded of the poor customer service. 2 stars because the quality of the chair is very nice.

Nice small shop catering to folks that desire custom soft seating. The lounge furniture we desired…read moreand had custom made came out just what we anticipated.