Rachelle is absolutely fabulous! She has an eye for picking vibrant…read morecolors that are warm and inviting. Her talent is something that can't be learned or taught. Spare yourself the frustration of accidentally creating an overpriced DIY mess. Rachelle will create a space for you that is fluid, beautiful, and makes your life better in every way. She isn't some designer who reads a few magazines and thinks she knows all about color and design. She is a trained, educated, and experienced professional full of creative talents. She looks at your space and design choices from a global perspective and selects colors that seamlessly tie your areas together, to balance your cabinets or floors or tile or throw pillows or drawer hardware, etc. She truly takes all of your interior elements into consideration so that the design becomes a flawless backdrop for your life. It's funny, you don't notice the actual elements when it's done, you just see how lovely the "space" is, because her colors and layout choices will enhance and accent your interiors or exteriors so fluidly. Rachelle has an endless cache of design ideas and offers consulting as well. Just being around her will have you racing for a pen to capture the creative ideas that spill out of her so fast. So be ready and have a writing instrument and paper at all times! If you are looking for consultation for any type of project, from the exterior of your house, to interior rooms, to furnishings, fixtures, etc., working with Rachelle is the best investment you can make.

We connected with Rachelle through a referral from our architect, as we were embarking on a fast…read morepaced renovation and expansion of our home. I honestly do not know how we would have made it through without her help. There are 1000 decisions to make from tile to cabinets and paint, along with all of the finishes. Rachelle had excellent recommendations for high quality options that stayed within our budget. She helped us meet our contractor's deadlines, so we stayed on track to finish the project within 4 months. Everything came out so beautiful! She really listened and paid attention to what each of us liked to help us find our shared style. We are so grateful for her expertise and vast rolodex of resources and hidden gems.

First, I must say that Alina is exceptional! My husband and I remodeled our primary bathroom, and…read moreeven though he's a contractor who builds high-end homes we needed some help with the design. Alina assisted first with the design and came up with a layout that took into account all of the things we desired as well as true having functionality. After we confirmed the layout, we met with Alina to decide on the finishes such as tile and cabinetry. What would have taken us weeks to decide on was narrowed down to just one meeting where Alina presented us with beautiful options which made it easy to make decisions quickly. Lastly we met to choose our plumbing fixtures. Alina was incredibly helpful at choosing fixtures that were high quality, looked beautiful and still fit within our budget. Overall, she was a wonderful to work with - friendly, professional, efficient and with great attention to detail. I would highly recommend her services.

A Masterful Designer & Project Manager - Highly Recommend!…read more After experiencing severe water damage in our kitchen, we initially set out to remodel just that space. However, as we got deeper into the process, we quickly realized how overwhelming it was without a designer. What started as a kitchen renovation soon expanded into a full home transformation--kitchen, bathrooms, family, living, and dining rooms--all of which desperately needed an update from their original 1992 construction. After months of searching and interviewing designers, we found Alina Druga Interiors. My wife was especially drawn to her award-winning designs, and after glowing reference checks, we confidently hired her for both the design and project management phases. From the very beginning, Alina brought a sense of clarity and structure to what had been a chaotic and overwhelming process. One of Alina's greatest strengths is her ability to ask the right questions to truly understand her clients' style and needs. She introduced us to ideas we would never have considered, while also being straightforward and honest about what would or wouldn't work--and, more importantly, why. She has a gift for refining ideas into something cohesive, tasteful, and elegant. Beyond her impeccable design skills, Alina is extremely detail-oriented and proactive. She spotted potential construction issues early on, saving us from costly mistakes. Her detailed CAD drawings were invaluable in helping us visualize the design and made things significantly smoother for our contractor. Thanks to her meticulous planning and years of experience, the entire process was well-organized--so by the time construction began, every material, appliance, and detail was already accounted for. While the preparation process took about a year, the actual construction went remarkably smoothly and was completed in just four months. Now, every time we walk through the door, we feel happy and relaxed in our beautifully designed home. It truly feels like the house we've wanted for years--our happy place! Alina's expertise, organization, and eye for design transformed our home into something modern, inviting, and perfectly suited to our lifestyle. If you are looking for a designer who is not only talented but also an exceptional project manager, we highly recommend Alina Druga Interiors!

Wow, just WOW! Melissa helped me chose the most amazing, sophisticated paint colors and rug for my…read morecondo. It's the first time I've been a homeowner, and she really helped me feel confident in bringing a more updated palate to my place. It's so so gorgeous, and I can't recommend her highly enough!

Melissa was recommended to me as I was nearing the end of my renovation and needed help with paint…read morecolors.  Paint is impossibly hard and if you think you can do it yourself, you can't. Melissa worked with me to do full interior and exterior paint colors. She chose a beautiful combination of colors that make my little house really amazing (warm and cool, neutral and bold). I absolutely LOVE each of the colors and admire the paint colors daily - though wish my kids would keep their hands off of the walls.  Bringing Melissa in towards the end of the project ended up being perfect.  Hiring her was one of my best decisions with the whole project. As we discussed paint, Melissa also gave me guidance on many of the last minute decisions that you have with a project - things I didn't even know I needed to decide (so many little decisions to make). I was thankful that she knew what she was doing and would just make some of these decisions. She really tied the everything together. And my house is so beautiful because of her.  Melissa really made my house really beautiful. Not only is she extremely talented, she is patient, responsive and really lovely to work with. She was a great partner and I miss not hanging out (and learning) from her.  Also, she is ridiculously cool. :)

Wow. Just wow. Rebecca Amato and her team are amazing! I never needed an architect before and…read moreneeded one to design an ADU and an addition to my house in Oakland. Rebecca and her team have come through with flying colors! They know the building codes and Title 24 requirements so well. The plans they sent to the city were approved in an expeditious manner because they did not make any mistakes. Going back and fourth with any city because your architect doesn't know the rules and regulations wastes your time and money. Rebecca and her team get the job done! They also truly understood my individual needs regarding my ADU, my addition, and my budget and worked with me to create exactly what I wanted! If you are considering Amato Architecture for your project got for it! You will not be disappointed!!

Rebecca is AMAZING! We wanted to update our kitchen and add an office to our home. We only had a…read morevague idea of the design with a few things that were a must have for each room. But Rebecca was able to turn those ideas into a design that not only looked stunning but also had such a natural and easy flow to it. As with any construction project there will be times when plans have to change for any number of reasons. Rebecca was like a seasoned quarterback making sure all the pieces worked together to get the job done right.

If you're wondering if you should work with Melanie for your interior design needs, let me help you…read moremake the decision a lot easier. In short, she's amazing to work with, experienced at what she does, and will absolutely blow your expectations out of the water. No question. My wife and I bought a remodeled home in SF last year, which we wanted to have furnished before moving in. We had tight budget constraints, no solid concept of our style preferences, and a lot of other things going on at the time. Through it all, Melanie was always great about setting our expectations early and often (regarding cost, timing, services offered, etc), and understanding when things came up that may have caused us to get back to her later than expected. Her process is refined but flexible, and structured in a way that allows for minimal input from us, but yields a wow-factor that we rediscover every time she presents her concepts (which are our favorite sessions). Through all of your interactions with her--even if she doesn't seem like it--she will take note of every nuance in your habits and preferences, and always keep them in mind as she plans out the design for your space. It's kind of incredible how she seemingly thinks of everything when it comes to all of the aspects of designing a room: the flow of the space, furniture & sizing, color palettes, materials, intended use of the space, lighting, privacy, energy, vertical space, artwork, and she even takes her own measurements! She is worth every penny she charges (and some), and we are as happy to open our wallets to her as we are every time we step into our home. Everything she sourced for us is absolutely beautiful and it all came together better than we could have ever hoped for. Last but not least, we are very proud of our home and we LOVE seeing people's reactions when they see it for the first time! We are grateful to have found her, and once the weather improves, we'd like to have her design our backyard as well!

I've had Melanie design my last apartment and my new condo. She has incredible taste, is very…read moreprofessional, and had a ton of ideas to work through some of my complicated requirements. She expertly used a number of my old pieces and found way creative ways to work around some very tricky San Francisco apartment issues. I would highly recommend her to anyone!

We had the pleasure of working with Jill Finn of TANGERINEdesign LLC when our longtime designer was…read moreunavailable -- so she walked into a situation where we were already feeling a bit off balance. But from day one, Jill exceeded our expectations. The project involved tearing down an old, dilapidated screened-in porch that had never really worked for us -- too cold in the winter, too hot in the summer -- and transforming it into a usable interior room. We wanted to keep the light and airy feel of a porch while gaining insulation, comfort, and year-round usability. We also wanted ideas for built-ins: maybe a window seat, maybe bookshelves -- we weren't quite sure. Other contractors over the years had taken one look at the porch and declined to get involved due to its age and condition. Not Jill. She had ideas right away. Jill brings so much energy, creativity, and practical knowledge to the table. Even while juggling big personal commitments (like her son's graduation across the country), she delivered several strong design ideas within a few weeks -- and they were fresh, inspiring, and budget-conscious. She collaborated easily with our civil engineer, adjusting her drawings quickly to meet his needs. She also understands our local codes and regulations really well, and met directly with our contractors to make sure her designs were realistic and executable before we got too far into the process. On top of all that, Jill has a fantastic personality. She made the experience fun and engaging, and she brought a sense of momentum and confidence that really helped us move forward. I can't recommend Jill highly enough -- her creativity, responsiveness, and enthusiasm make her a true gem. If you're considering working with TANGERINEdesign LLC, you're in excellent hands. Karen & Greg Marriner 6/22/25

My fiancee and I met with Jill to explore building an ADU in our backyard from the ground up along…read morewith a home expansion. We were glad that we chose Jill; she brings with her a wealth of knowledge in all facets of the construction phase, and she was very friendly and easy to talk to also! Most of the time we would ask her a question, then just let her talk, as she was very detailed with all of her answers and did a great job teaching. We also appreciated that Jill also has no problem telling you if your idea is a bad idea, but will provide the context and reasoning why. Lastly, we loved tapping her creative mind; she has the ability to look at a space and give you plenty of ideas for it that you might not have even thought of! We would definitely recommend her and would work with her again.

1000% recommend! I hired Wit Interiors to design my home after living in our home for 6 years and…read morerealizing that I never had the time or energy to decorate. I always thought interior designers were exclusively for high-end homes with fancy furniture. Then I saw a mom post about her wonderful experience with Whitney and how she specialized in creative and practical decor to make your home more usable, unique to your lifestyle. Wit Interiors was exactly what I was looking for! They created a beautiful vision for my home and executed everything with precision. Their team was beyond amazing from start to finish. They thought of every detail, were so organized, communicative, and patient. They added a sweet and personal touch that made the process so enjoyable and not stressful. I cannot recommend them enough!

We hired Tessa at Wit Interiors to redesign the entryway of our Victorian garden unit. We love our…read morecondo, but the entryway did not bring joy - worn concrete steps and walls with siding that did not match the exterior of the rest of the building. We asked Tessa to come up with a plan to match the entryway to the style of the rest of the house. Tessa wildly exceeded our expectations! She put together an excellent plan, patiently waited for us to decide whether to move forwards, connected us with an excellent contractor that she regularly partners with, and closely managed the project, revising on the fly to add additional improvements. I can't emphasize enough how much we love the results. We smile every time we enter the condo now - many neighbors have come by unsolicited to congratulate us, and our HOA has commented that the work will more than pay for itself if/when we ever sell the unit. In sum, Tessa excelled in design, project management, and construction management. We highly recommend Tessa!

We met Kania through her shop in Oakland, and she's always been welcoming and enthusiastic in every…read moreencounter. Even without speaking with her, when you see the items she has on display and how they're arranged, you know immediately that she has impeccable taste and a good eye. It was an easy sell to engage her design services, and we're so glad that we did. When we had her over, in just a few hours she helped transform our space in several rooms as if she were a magician. She put us to work to sort and go through things, and in real time reorganized and rearranged furniture, books, and aesthetic. We went from apparent chaos to which we'd become accustomed to several new rooms, and a new found appreciation of what we already had. She can work wonders, and I couldn't recommend her more highly.

I worked with Mila and her team to design my wine tasting room inside the Fairmont Hotel, and they…read morecreated a stunning space while going above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect. I loved their work so much that I asked them to design my new home as well. They truly understand your budget and still find a way to exceed expectations. I highly recommend Milpost24 for designing your business or home. Thank you, Mila!