Ammie was fantastic to work with. My condo in northern Los Angeles needed serious touch-ups after…read morebeing rented out for 10 years, and I didn't know where to start. After seeing her portfolio, I was a little self-conscious about my very "normal" place, but Ammie immediately made the process comfortable and collaborative. She created a clean, cohesive design plan, helped me review painting and carpeting quotes to make sure pricing was reasonable, and recommended furniture options across different budgets. Everything felt practical, thoughtful, and easy to execute. The space looks completely refreshed now. I'm very happy with the result and would absolutely recommend Ammie.

I'm so glad I found Ammie to work with on remodeling my first home! She responded so quickly when I…read morereached out for an inquiry and took the time to answer all my questions. She never pressured me while I was still considering whether to get an interior designer or not, and she was very upfront about her costs and services. She made the whole process really comfortable. When Ammie came to see the space, she had an eye for making the house a home. She immediately knew to recommend adding a kitchen island. This was something I was actually going back and forth on for a really long time, and I had so many people telling me not to do it and how it would look weird or there wouldn't be enough space in the kitchen, etc. After renovations, I'm so glad we got an island because it's functional and it really elevates the space, I love it. All her measurements and recommendations are spot on. Ammie took a lot of stress and weight off my shoulders because I knew whatever she recommended was in my best interest and aesthetic. I also asked so many questions and she was always prompt to answer. 10/10 recommend working with Ammie on your next design project. Thank you Ammie! :)

Almas and her team are the BEST! I bought my first condo and i had a vision that i wanted, the…read moreplace needed a total renovation from top to bottom needed to be gutted. I talked to some contractors and came up with some idea and felt absolutely lost in the process and was ready to just settle for something "run of the mill" standard style. Then my friend recommended Almas, she came over and we met and right away i knew she "understood" my vision...she then set an appt with my contractor to meet him and discuss...i wasn't excited about using this contractor then found out that Almas could actually handle the job from A to Z, design, contractor, everything...we knocked down walls, redid bathrooms, the kitchen, the floors, everything you can think of & working with Almas made it such a simple seamless process. 3 months later i was all moved in to my dream spot after a complete reonovation, anyone that comes over are just stunned at the level of design and quality of the work.. Do yourself a favor and just sign up with Makkan Design, Almas and her team know how to make your style come through- Not only did i meet an excellent designer but also made a great friend! La garçonnière #Portofino

Almas is the best interior designer we have ever worked with. She has the rare vision for beauty…read more She listened and provided ideas that turned out exactly how we wanted. Almas we appreciate you and your brilliant design.

Lenora was great to work with. She helped me replace my sofa presenting many fabric and design…read moreideas that would fit my space. She coordinated everything with the upholsterer. She handled the delivery and placement of the sofa which was really helpful. She also helped me select a new rug, ordering samples until I found the perfect one for my home. I love the results and would recommend 9 Ten Design to anyone for a great professional interior design service.

Lenora is awesome. I didn't do any remodeling of my home, but I did purchase some furniture here…read more She helped with a perfect design ideal furniture for my living room. I was happy too. My first time doing business with her, and I will continue if I need home improvement in the future.

California Design Center helped me put together my new kitchen. Roger was very thorough with the…read moredesign package, and the kitchen turned out nicely. The installation team was courteous and professional. I highly recommend them.

We hired CADC to do our whole house remodel. The designer Roger was very helpful with the initial…read moreprocess and very patient answering all of our questions. Their showroom showcase all the material that we need; Roger very efficient on helping us put together a nice color palette. Furthermore, they put together a nice thorough design package that help us visualized our space. Even though for personal reason we had to call off the project, but CADC made the design process very pleasant. Highly recommended for a whole house remodel project.

I recently worked with Anna on a kitchen renovation/remodel. Anna was easy to work with, quick to…read morerespond and always very friendly. She easily captured the design I was looking for. I am very happy with the end result which amazingly was done in one month from start to finish.

I did a walk-in shower with her. Anna was professional from the start. She works with…read moreknowledgeable contractors to get the job done in a timely manner. Her communication skills were right on target and quick to respond over the course of the project. Captured my design completely.

Kathleen is so helpful and pulled together gorgeous interior colors for my house. She made lighting…read moreand other suggestions along the way that will really help as well. I was lost and feel so much better about moving forward with painting now! Highly recommend

All I can say is WOW! Kathleen is the best! I tried literally 100 paint samples only to have my…read moreliving room painted the wrong color. I spent countless hours trying to get it right. In the end, it just didn't look right. Kathleen came in to save the day! She understood exactly what I wanted and the aesthetic I was going for. She picked the perfect color for me. She also gave me so much advice on other things-the couch placement, bathroom ideas, etc. She is a treasure-trove of knowledge! She took time after our visit to send websites, other ideas and where to order them. I was so impressed by her generosity of spirit! I wish I had found her sooner because it would have saved me so much time and headache. Don't hesitate to use her. You will be so happy you did! :)

Mr Mike did another great job for us. This is the 3rd project, and it was an entertainment/ desk…read morefor our suite living room. On budget and on schedule, Mr Mike is our go to for home organizer projects.

I found this business on Yelp with great ratings; so I contacted them. Mike was very nice and…read moreexperienced. He worked with me with the design and pricing. The best is that they have works who can take out all the old cabinets or closets and the stuff we don't want. And the installation was quick. Everything was on schedule as Mike had promised.

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.