There truly aren't enough words to describe Marji's work. We couldn't be more excited to discover…read moreIt's Not Trash (thank you, Reddit!). From our very first conversation about a vintage dining table we found on Etsy and a bed frame, Marji was incredibly patient asking questions and guiding us through every step of the process. Meeting in person and seeing where the magic happens made us feel completely confident. Marji's craftsmanship is exceptional--thoughtful, meticulous, and clearly made with care. We're genuinely excited to furnish our new home with more of these beautifully crafted pieces, beyond the gorgeous dining table and sturdy, well-made bed frame. For this level of quality, the pricing is extremely reasonable. Marji is a true artist, and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend It's Not Trash to anyone looking for exceptional, well-made furniture. Thank you, Marji!

Bought my bed frame in 2017 and then unfortunately have had to move 3 times since then. Movers…read moreprobably didn't reassemble well each time and the bed developed a squeak. Called Its Not Trash to see if they could help me out and they came out in a couple days to help reinforce the frame and fix the squeak. Still love our bed frame and headboard and glad we're able to hold onto it for more years to come.

I was referred to Two Stone by my realtor. I talked to Chris and narrowed down my quartz selection…read morepretty fast. Looking to meet up at the property I'm in contract with in Boulder Creek. For some reason these new build flip homes have this modern day formica countertops that are really undesirable, so I'm looking forward to getting it swapped out with gorgeous quartz. I'll update this review once the work is done and I've got actual before and after pictures to share.

This is the best in town! You can get your cabinets, backsplash and countertops here- don't…read moreforget the hardware as they have that here as well. My husband a general and myself a designer as well as RE agent we had a very short time to get a 5 week project done- it was really up to waiting for all materials. With covid and the wait time for other merchants it was not going to work. This was a custom kitchen with stone that turned out amazing. Same price but excellent service. This is the place for us from now on. We love some tile places in town but like the personal touch of feeling important as well. It is our project after all. Thanks to Chris and the crew.

Wow! Cyndi completely transformed our living space. We feel like we upgraded to a new home. Her…read morevision for our kitchen opened up our entire first floor. Our master bedroom and bathroom are beautiful and functional. She is such a gifted designer and guided us through every aspect of selecting the materials, colors, and layout. She is truly the best!

This is a very long overdue review...  Over the course of several years we worked with Cyndi Mosher…read moreat Beyond the Box on a complete rebuild of our Westside home in Santa Cruz. The project was primarily an owner build, so between that and the pandemic it ended up being a multi-year project.  Over the course of planning and building we worked very closely with Cyndi - not only on the designs for our kitchen and bathrooms but for general design help throughout the house. Cyndi was absolutely wonderful to work with throughout the whole process. Not only was she incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and helpful - she had an inordinate amount of patience (and tact!) in helping us navigate through the thousands of decisions that had to be made. She was adept at creating a cohesive design out of our rather ad hoc lists of likes and dislikes, and did so without imposing her own personal preferences or style. My husband and I also both appreciated that she was very pragmatic - she understood that we weren't interested in building a mansion and was very good about pointing out the areas where it made sense to spend and where it didn't. Her knowledge and contacts in the business were invaluable, both in terms of the quality of the workmanship we ended up with as well as access to resources that we would not have been able to find on our own. When it came time to order all our cabinets and countertops she handled every last detail, and made sure that what we ultimately received exactly matched her specifications. I was originally hesitant to hire a designer, both because of the additional cost and also because my husband and I are both fairly practical and were more interested in function over form. We have no regrets - engaging Cyndi to help us with the project was money that was very well spent. Not only did it prevent expensive mistakes, but we love the results. After living in the house for over a year I can honestly say that there isn't anything that she helped design that I would do differently if given the chance. A few of the rooms from our project are pictured on the Beyond the Box website: https://www.btbkitchens.com/rustic-elegance

So friendly! Earlier today I spoke to a designer in this studio (the owner?) who gave me so much…read moreinfo and insight. I am blindly trying to remodel our kitchen on a budget and have no idea where to start...She was patient and kind, as well as guided me on where/what to do given our hopes for our 70s kitchen! Thanks again for taking the time to help me:)

We are beyond satisfied with the experience we've had with AD Construction. Shannon and Tony are a…read moredream to work with, and by far the best design and contracting team we've hired in Santa Cruz. Shannon helped us create an amazing design for our master bathroom remodel and deck construction, and we're completely thrilled with the layout and execution. We were consistently kept in the loop on all important decisions, and felt like our choices were all respected and honored. They are also genuinely kind and fun people to spend time with, and felt like part of the family throughout the course of the project. It's a privilege to work with such a top caliber team, and we'd highly recommend them for any work you have in mind.

I loved working with Burgundi. She had some great design suggestions. Her work is beautiful and…read moreprecise. My slipcovers are absolutely perfect.

There was nothing straightforward about my upholstery projects (two done and two to go.) I've…read moreneeded much hand-holding. And Sew Rose is fantastic. The entire process is professional, satisfying, and fun! And most importantly, the results are exceptional. Many thanks to Ally and Burgundi!

Great personalized service with an eye on our budget and best quality we can afford. I learned a…read morelot about what is under the hood, and makes quality fixtures and products. Very helpful!

I wish I could give ten out of five stars to this amazing store. Julia and John at Plumbed Elegance…read morehave exceeded even the highest level of service one could ask for. They provided all the fixtures for my remodel TEN years ago and still readily helped resolve a new shower valve issue! I was unable to locate the parts myself so I reached out to them. Within days, Julia had contacted the manufacturer and the parts were being shipped to my house. Not only did this save me time, but also a significant amount of money, as the plumber said he could only order two whole new valves. If you live anywhere in the Bay Area, I wouldn't use anyone other than Plumbed Elegance for your projects. They can help you find the perfect fixtures, and you can be assured they'll be there for you for years to come. Trust me, it will be worth the drive! I live over the hill from them, over 30 miles away, and still would consider using another store. Thanks again John and Julia! You are amazing to work with!

I "worked with" a SCK&B designer on a small bathroom remodel several years ago. I used those quotes…read morebecause the guy did nothing that could be called work. I went in there with my own design for my bathroom in hand, and asked for help putting the project together. Maybe refining or adding to my design. Maybe advice on appropriate materials and fixtures. This "designer" was so useless that I ended up obtaining most of the materials myself, not from SCKB. Furthermore, he simply copied my design -- with zero changes -- and called it his. When the project was finished, this guy saved photos of the room and, I later found out, used them in his portfolio of completed designs. A room that I designed. This would be little more than an annoyance and maybe a funny story if it were not for the fact that in the middle of this process he demanded I write him a check -- made out to him, not his employer -- for a "consultation fee." I didn't know it at the time, but this was nothing but a shakedown. Theft. There was no consultation fee for his "services" (at least this was true at that time). The income for SCKB's "designers" came at that time from from commission on selling materials and fixtures and, I assume, a percentage of the contractor's fee (at that time they referred clients to independent builders, but it appears from their website that they may employ their own builders now). After I found out I'd been had, I contacted the owners of SCK&B and told them the whole story, and was blown off without any explanation. And here is the kicker: the guy was still working at SCK&B as recently as two years ago. So they kept him on even knowing that he did this. This was my experience with SCK&B. Your mileage may vary. Needless to say, I don't recommend this business.

I've used SCKB for years for both cabinets and plumbing supplies, as well as having them do kitchen…read moreand bath remodels on my investment homes. Ryan, his lead craftsman/installer, is a no-nonsense machine. They get in and get the job done without the drama you get with some contractors. Dave O.

Fantastic framing and great service! I'm so happy with the…read morework the Frame Circus completed on my priceless original pieces. The staff was helpful and knowledgeable, and the finished product looks amazing, high-quality and beautifully done. Quick turnaround and fair pricing. Highly recommend!

I have known Bill & Maria Flowers professionally for about 3 decades. Since I am a fine art…read moreconservator it is important to know the standards for conservation level framing for artworks and sentimental ephemera before making referrals to clients. I have visited the shop many times over the years and have seen the high-quality framing that they provide so without question I can refer them for my best and most discerning clients and am happy to do so for these 30 odd years.