Working with Dawn was amazing! I reached out for help selecting a paint color for a tricky room in…read moreour house (the kitchen). During our 2-hour consultation, Dawn not only found a color that perfectly matched our style, counters, and backsplash but also spotted opportunities to refresh the colors in the dining room and entry to bring the whole design together. Her color savvy is fantastic, and she asked great questions and listened carefully to incorporate our preferences and ideas. She left us with paint swatches for all three rooms, and the new colors look incredible. Dawn's color consultation more than exceeded our expectations, but she didn't stop there! She also suggested ways to update the kitchen and dining room lighting to be more functional and coordinated. Her after-visit email summary included links to all of the ideas she had offered, including multiple options for fixtures that were very affordable and perfect for our spaces. We love the new lighting. To top it all off, when we told Dawn about our longer-term goal of renovating our kitchen, she offered fantastic ideas for reconfiguring the space to make it more functional and appealing. She followed up with detailed recommendations in her after-visit email summary and included rough drawings to help us visualize thew space. The 2-hour consultation with Dawn was an incredible value, and we definitely want to work with her on the kitchen renovation project!

"I had an absolutely amazing experience working with Dawn Bach on my apartment layout and design. I…read morereached out to her before moving from Colorado to Illinois, and she took the time to schedule a call and clearly explain her role as an interior decorator and how she could help based on my space and preferences. Dawn provided detailed layout plans along with furniture, bedding, electronics, and artwork recommendations--all of which perfectly matched my style and lifestyle. Her guidance not only made the process easy, but it also saved me over $900. I truly got everything I asked for and more. Thank you, Dawn! I will absolutely recommend you to anyone looking for an interior decorator."

I've worked with Jennifer Harris for a multitude of projects over the years - from large scale…read moredevelopments to residential homes needing updating. She is very knowledgeable, adheres to agreed upon timelines, and works tirelessly to truly understand the the clients' goals and then find the best, most affordable way to execute that are in line with the clients' vision. If you're looking for an interior designer - no matter how small or large the job - Jennifer is your go to! She will prioritize your job, always keeps her eye on the ball, and always has a smile on her face. Truly wonderful designer to work with.

I can't say enough positive things about my experience with Jennifer Harris! I was introduced to…read moreher by a friend, during Feb. 2021, when we had significant ice damming damage in multiple rooms in my house. She always had a professional to reach out to no matter the issue - refinishing a water damaged table and chairs, reupholstering furniture, creating draperies and bedding, etc. And having barely met me, she was able to find fabrics, wallpaper and paint that were a fit for my style and budget. After getting through this project, she then quarterbacked a total family room make over which included all new furniture, tearing out paneling, fake ceiling beams and a brick fireplace. Oversaw the addition of new drywall, built-in cabinets and shelves, new can lighting, AND she was there almost every day communicating with the contractors & the furniture showroom at the Mart during the project. We were out of town for 2 months and thus Jennifer allowed us to not have to live through the construction as it was completed on time and finished upon our return. Her communication, even given the distance and time zone difference, was great. We came home to a beautiful new family room! I need to figure out another room to redo so I can work with Jennifer again!!!

Natalia came out to meet with me for a consultation at my home which was very informative and I was…read moreable to see a lot of the work that her and her team have done. She was able to look at my space and give a lot of helpful advice about Reno/design/layout ideas. She explained that they do high-end, modern clean, looking designs, but they also do all other designs as well ( like my traditional looking home). They do big and small projects and continue to work with the homeowner even after the project is done. I would highly recommend!

I've been working with Natalia on designing our new rental. Yes, you heard that right, a rental!…read moreWe'll be here for about three years, but I still wanted our place to feel like home. Natalia has been incredibly helpful in guiding us through big, impactful design decisions that are practical and thoughtful, while also keeping costs reasonable since we don't want to invest too much in a rental property. I also didn't want an interior designer to fully design every detail of the place. I wanted to be involved in choosing pieces myself, but have someone I could trust to advise me on whether things would actually work in our space, and Natalia has been perfect for that. I'll text her with questions about furniture purchases, design ideas, or even quick installation decisions when our maintenance guy is here, and she always responds right away. My husband is also very picky, but he has been genuinely impressed with her advice and with how our place has come together. I know Natalia takes on much larger and more expensive projects than ours, but I have never once felt like we were wasting her time. She has always been responsive, kind, and very professional. I highly recommend Natalia to anyone looking for practical, thoughtful design guidance that respects your time and budget. We'll definitely be working with her again on our next home project whenever we move.

When I told a friend I wanted to remodel my family room but I didn't even know where to begin, my…read morefriend referred me to Stephanie. I'm so glad she did! Stephanie was a delight to work with. She listened to what I wanted to achieve in my room. She was careful to stay within my budget. There were a few problems (as with almost all projects) but she stuck with me until everything was resolved to my satisfaction. I love my new family room and could never have accomplished it without Stephanie's help!

I connected with Stephanie very shortly after I moved to a new townhome. I was looking for someone…read morewho was willing to take on a relatively small project that would help me feel at home in my new space. Stephanie helped me integrate some of my existing furniture with beautiful new pieces to create a beautiful, functional living room. What was one large open space is now two curated areas-- one for watching TV and relaxing, the other a cozy area for reading and entertaining. Stephanie quickly helped me identify my "style" and selected options for rugs, lighting, and seating that I would not have been able to access on my own. She made me (and my partner) feel comfortable, listened to several rounds of feedback, and did it all with grace, patience, and on budget. I look forward to continuing to work with her.

Hi Chris, My wife…read moreand I are very appreciative of your wonderful and creative updating of our home in preparation for the upcoming sale. The home looked elegant, open and very attractive. The results were equally amazing - the home was sold the very first week it came on the market. We could not have asked for more! Thank you for all the work you and your wonderful team did. We would be happy to recommend your services to any one looking for decorating or staging their home.

Chris has staged our client's homes for sale and we will keep going back to her to help move our…read morelistings. She is the utmost professional and always a pleasure to work with. I recommend Chris for anyone that wants a smooth working relationship, sophisticated style and great ideas.

We recently had both our upstairs bathrooms done by Coco and her team. We came away extremely happy…read morewith the way things turned out. Here are some of my thoughts: First, Coco is a delight to deal with. She was always so nice and dealt with our concerns without much drama. Early in the project, the communications weren't where we need them to be, and to her credit, she fixed the problem and things got much better. Coco is an excellent designer, but what I really liked is she took my wife's input seriously and blended her ideas with ours. We came away from the project feeling like the bathrooms were ours, and not completely done by someone else. If she disagreed, she told us. She was also very complimentary of the suggestions my wife made along the way. While Coco is a great designer, it was really her people that made the difference in the construction phase. The fellow she assigned from her team was unreal. Always on time, super considerate of our home, hard working and very, very good at what he does. In a word, he was amazing. I'll post some pics when I get them, but you really can't go wrong with Coco and her team. I can't recommend them highly enough.

Working with Coco on a basement remodel project and it's been a fantastic experience! Great…read morecommunication, professional, and thoughtful during the entire process. Always available to answer questions and adjust to accommodate as necessary. Work with Coco if you want someone that has your best interests in mind during what can be a stressful renovation process. Highly recommend!

My family hired the Martin family to do some work on my aunt's house in the suburbs. They were a…read morepleasure to deal with. Reliable and honest. Phone calls were returned and we always felt we were in the best hands. We remodeled our aunt's basement down to the studs and when the job was done, it was AMAZING. Highly recommended for remodeling jobs!

We were in London when Martins did the rennovations on our home. We didn't know exactly what we…read morewere coming back to. We opened the door . . . and walked into paradise. We felt like we were in someone else's home. Someone who had a lot more money than us! Martins isn't just a builder, or a designer. He's an artist. When you bring someone into your home to change it forever, you have to trust that person. When Martins came by for our first free consultation (something other people had charged us for), he stayed for two hours. He wanted to get to know us, and figure out exactly what kind of home we wanted. To say he cares about his work is an understatement! Other people we looked at charged us for that first visit, came in, took measurements, were out in 30 minutes, and then provided some cookie-cutter recommendations. Besides his off-the-charts talent, he is honest, flexible, responsive and easy and fun to work with... not to mention reasonable. He even provided us with guidance and recommendations to bring the overall costs down. If you're looking to do renovations on your home, that not only are beautiful, but also unique and specific to you and your family, your search is over. Martins Buka will not only deliver, but exceed your expectations!

Proprietress Kim Chapman is a marvel. We have collaborated…read moreon a dozen projects over the past five years, and she gets. It. Done. The service that she and her workroom provide is exemplary. If you are looking for window treatments, look no further. As an interior designer in the industry for 30+ years, I have yet to meet a more professional, dedicated, honest, and talented individual.

Fourteen years later, my curtains continue to be beautiful and durable! Recently, a minor fix was…read morerequired. Kim's installer came and fixed it right away. Thank you, Kim! (Photo from summer)

When we first started shopping around for a small kitchen project, we weren't sure who to work…read morewith. It was our first home renovation project, and we did not know how to go about the process. We first went to a big chain hardware store to get some guidance, but found them to be unclear and Not personable. But then we luckily found Habitar Design and Strategem Construction, and the difference was like night and day! From the very beginning, Mitch and the Habitar's team really took the time to listen to us, and made us feel heard and understood. We actually began our project way back in January, but when the pandemic began, our plans were understandably put on hold. However, Habitar was just stellar at communication overall - especially during the early months of the pandemic, when everything was so confusing for all of us. We never felt out of the loop with Habitar. The design process was thorough, and they explained everything in as much detail as we cared to hear. We fully understood the cost of all of our options, and so we didn't have any nasty surprises at the end. It was really nice to not worry about potential cost overruns through the job. We explained to them that we wanted to try and stick to our estimated cost as closely as possible in order to stick to our budget. However, like with any project, things happen, and sometimes the estimate is exactly that....an estimate! After expressing our concerns, and knowing that we were on a budget, Mitch and his team intervened to make sure that we all arrived to an agreeable situation. The Strategem construction team was professional, courteous, and respectful in every interaction we had. And while they were working in our home, we didn't even feel inconvenienced - they made as minimal an intrusion as possible. Any problems that came up were quickly resolved, and the whole team worked to find solutions. The whole process felt extremely personal - the owner, Mitch, even came out to see the job, and left us a small gift as a thank-you for our business! We would whole-heartedly recommend Habitar and Strategem to anyone who needs renovation work. If or when we ever have more renovation projects, we look forward to working with them in the future!

I had such a wonderful experience with Habitar when they updated my kitchen that, after recently…read moremoving, I decided to use them again to add an electric fireplace and shelving to a blank wall in my new living room. Their work did not disappoint! The designer was so helpful in transplanting my vision into a beautiful design plan within my budget. The workmanship is excellent and the workmen that did the instillation and painting were professional, diligent, and friendly. Everyone at Habitar from the owner, Mitch, to each person that works for him is helpful, thoughtful, and committed to doing good work. Having worked with them twice, I can confidently say that they are a delightful company to work with their work delivers beautiful results.

From the owner: Blinded by the Light Blinds and Shades specializes in transforming your home with high-quality,…read morecustom window treatments. As a family-owned and locally operated business in Chicago, we offer a range of services to meet your unique needs: Custom Blinds: Tailored solutions for any window, providing style and functionality. Custom Shades: Personalized designs to control light and privacy while enhancing your décor. Custom Shutters: Elegant and durable shutters crafted to fit windows of all shapes and sizes. Custom Drapery: Beautiful, bespoke drapery options to add a touch of elegance to any room. Motorized Solutions: Advanced motorization for effortless control of your window treatments. In-Home Consultations: Expert design advice in the comfort of your home to help you choose the perfect window treatments. Professional Installations: Meticulous installation services ensuring a perfect fit and finish. Repair Services: Reliable repair services to keep your window treatments in top condition. We are proud to hold the Hunter Douglas Repairs Certification, reflecting our commitment to excellence and industry-leading standards. Trust Blinded by the Light Blinds and Shades to bring light and beauty to your home with exceptional customer service and expertise.