We didn't hire 1st stage but we bought the high end house that they beautifully decorated in San…read moreClemente. Not only did we buy the house but made a good deal with Morgan and her crew to purchase some of the pieces they used to pump up the property. Unfortunately one of the pieces of the sectional failed and upon hearing of the issue Morgan got in touch with the wholesaler, arranged for us to pick out another sectional, had it delivered 50 miles away, took away the broken sectional and set up the new one. Fast, efficient and way above and beyond what we were expecting. All with a smile!!!! The kind of customer service that everyone should subscribe to.

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 can't recommend Lindsey enough! From the very beginning, she was professional, responsive, and so…read moreeasy to communicate with. She was always on time, listened carefully to what I wanted, and really understood my style and vision. She helped organize and decorate my business studio in a way that feels both beautiful and functional. She had a great eye for detail and made the entire process feel effortless. I never felt like she was pushing her own ideas--instead, she took the time to understand my taste and brought it to life even better than I had imagined. Working with her was such a positive experience, and my studio is now a space that I genuinely love walking into every day. If you're looking for someone who is talented, organized, reliable, and truly cares about creating a space that reflects you, I highly recommend her!

I had an outstanding experience working with Lindsay Allen Design for home staging in Temecula…read more Lindsay and her team delivered a beautifully staged property that truly elevated the entire presentation for listing photos and marketing. Every detail was thoughtfully curated to highlight the home's best features and appeal to today's buyers. As a real estate professional, timelines and budgets are critical--and Lindsay Allen Design exceeded expectations on both. The project was completed on time, within budget, and with a level of quality that made a noticeable impact on the overall look and feel of the home. If you're looking for professional home staging in Temecula that enhances your listing, attracts more buyers, and helps your property stand out online, I highly recommend Lindsay Allen Design. I will absolutely be using her services again for future listings.

Kristen also upgraded my kitchen for me. She took it from a basic kitchen to a modern, sleek, and…read morehigh quality kitchen! She connected me with quality tradesmen who were a pleasure to work with. She changed my tile backsplash to quartz to match my existing countertops. She removed cabinets and the old hood to replace it with a stunning custom plaster hood. Everything looks so cohesive and elevated!

Kristen is the best designer I've met. She pays attention to the small details, has great supplier…read moreand contractor contacts, keeps a light positive attitude throughout the entire experience, follows up regularly, quick to respond to texts or emails, and is just an overall great support during the remodel. We ended up remodeling our entire house, taking out walls, new kitchen, 3 new bathrooms, new floors, paint, closets, replaced doors to 8' solid wood doors, and Pinkys Iron Door french doors to the office. I mean honestly, our house looks totally different inside, all brand new. All of the finishes and touches flow perfectly together making the house feel airy and light. I think Kristen's pricing is a bargain for the service and involvement she gives. Having her help with the remodel reduced our stress levels by 1000% by helping us find the finishing items and make decisions that we'd get stuck on. She has a great eye for this stuff, and you will not regret hiring Kristen. I'll update my posting with more pictures soon, still need to get some art on the walls and wrap up a few minor things.

was looking for a design element to lighten up a kitchen that was in danger of taking on a…read more"dark-and-cave-like" appearance (especially with the expresso colored cabinets) after ALL the walls turned out to be load-bearing and had to stay -- so much for the original open-kitchen concept. at Mastercraft's showroom in Murietta (the company charged with actually doing the work), noticed the reclaimed wood from Poppa's Barn, and decided to use it to side the kitchen island. like everything else in the remodel, came out even better than expected. picked up a Poppa's Barn brochure for ideas for the rest of the house. will keep you posted.

Had my completely reclaimed wood accent wall installed today and couldn't be happier! Has truly…read moretransformed the room. The quality of the reclaimed wood is exceptional and I highly recommend this company!

Finally! I am excited to share my review of Tarra after a long remodel finally has come to…read morecompletion. I don't think I have enough space to express in words what a wonderful woman and decorator Tarra is. Being kind, patient, knowledgeable, understanding and creative are some characteristics needed when working with clients in the emotional business of home decorating. Tarra encompasses every one of those and more. One of the most important attributes I was looking for in a decorator prior to starting a large remodel was someone who would not push their own tastes on me and would value what was important to me while also providing the style and look I wanted. Again, Tarra is exactly that and is why I feel we worked so well together. Another part that I found amazing was her vision to see an outcome that was totally different than my original look, and it came out perfectly! Her taste is flawless! Besides the undeniable talent and creativity, I would like to speak specifically to her patience and professionalism. I found it very difficult to decide on pretty much anything during the remodel and needed her handholding every step of the way. She did so without fail and was consistent and patient throughout the entire process. She gave more than 100% each and every time, always responding to my texts and making herself available to me even for a quick thumbs up on a picture. Tarra was the most instrumental piece in the phenomenal outcome of our newly remodeled and upgraded home. If you want a customized designed project for an expert, you should definitely choose Tarra, she is truly the BEST!

Never having hired an interior designer, we decided on Tarra as my wife and I simply could not…read moreagree on how to bring all of our thoughts and ideas together. Hiring Tarra was without question one of our best decisions throughout this entire process as she merged our ideas with her expertise and unique flair. Our remodel included coordinating a full kitchen, dining and living rooms design all while being mindful of costs and time constraints. Tarra addressed all of our needs to include, but not limited to: design layout, construction alternatives, lighting needs, painting/color needs, furniture selection throughout, cabinet style/stains/paint, flooring alternatives, etc. She was amazing to work and collaborate with throughout the entire process, and when complete had transformed our single-story ranch style home just as we had envisioned. In addition to being patient and listening well to our wants and needs, Tarra was extremely accommodating, made the selection of materials very easy and in the end blended comfort and style that suits our lifestyle perfectly.

I worked with the Dattilos when they were located in San Jose. Tamara has a great eye for design…read moreand so many ideas. She is a creative energizer bunny. Combine her creativity and construction know how with the fact that she is such a good listener, so she really understands the client's personal aesthetic and you get a finished project that is your heart's delight. My projects were relatively small ones, but she treated me and the projects like we were her only clients. The construction crew was excellent, so speedy and respectful of my home. One last thing, Tamara loves a challenge. So if you have a design project that require some ingenuity and problem solving, she is a great designer to have on your project.

There are so many great things to say about this design group. Tamara is a professional in every…read moresense of the word and a dream to work with. Not only will she listen to your vision, she also has Creative and innovative design ideas to amplify that dream and make it even more stellar. She has a beautiful eye and demands perfection (lovingly) from her crew to achieve the results the client desires. Although they specialize in high-end projects, there are design options for every budget. My husband and I worked with her on a large job in Wailea, Maui, and it was a true delight. When under deadline, the entire crew came in early and stayed late to make sure the project was complete in time for move in. Highly recommended!

Definitely recommend hiring Laura Lochrin Interiors! I hired Laura to re-design my living room,…read moredining area, courtyard and my teenage daughters bedroom. I had moved into a house with a different layout to my previous so my furniture didn't fit very well, overall it didn't feel like a home! I loved Laura's approach and professionalism. She is seriously talented! I never thought I could have someone capture the design I wanted for my home so well! She kept me well informed through all stages and when I asked for adjustments for the budget, Laura met my request but didn't compromise on quality! She has a terrific assistant Jessica who complements her sense of business and style. I ended up with a beautiful elegant home that makes me proud every time I walk through the door!

Laura is so incredibly talented. Her eye for design and her desire to bring your dreams to life is…read morewhat really sets her apart. I hired Laura to design our Master Bedroom and WOW did she deliver!! She created a beautiful space that encompasses exactly what we described to her.. she brought our vision to life! She is thorough, professional, dedicated, and kind.. she will listen to you and deliver exactly what you are looking for. Save yourself time and go directly to Laura for all of your design needs. I can't wait to do the rest of the house this year and show off all of her amazing work!! Thank you Laura for all that you do!

Areli is amazing! She was beyond friendly, patient and extremely helpful. She did a great job…read moredesigning my dream closet!. Areli was always available any time of day to answer questions. She also made sure I understood all aspects of her design especially a tricky part of my closet which definitely did turn out great! I am very grateful to Areli and all the time, patience and kindness she gave to me to make sure everything turned out beautiful! It is obvious she loves her job as it was seen in her awesome design and thoroughness to my project. Her expertise and extraordinary attention to my project was definitely noticed! I truly believe Areli is deserving of a 10+ rating! Additionally, Jacob was our installer and he was another 10+ employee of Closet Factory! He was very friendly, kind and an extraordinary knowledgeable carpenter! He brought Areli's design to life and everyone that sees my closet is in awe! He also did an incredible job cleaning up. I am very grateful to have had Areli and Jacob make my closet spectacular!

I reached out to Closet Factory through Yelp and scheduled an in home consultation for that…read moreSaturday at 11:00 AM with Anahita. When no one arrived, I texted at 11:15 AM to see if she was on her way. She responded, first saying she assumed I wasn't able to meet. Later, she explained she had a severe migraine and had gone to urgent care. I completely understand that medical emergencies happen. What I don't understand is why I wasn't notified before the appointment. We already had a scheduled appointment, so I was disappointed that no one reached out to let me know she wouldn't be able to make it. Instead, I waited without any communication. I also reached out to the company at 11:15 AM, but four days later I still had not received any follow up. I was ready to move forward with designing three closets, but the lack of communication from both the designer and the company did not give me confidence to trust the process

We hired Kathleen to transform our garage into a small ADU, and we truly couldn't be happier with…read morethe outcome! Kathleen is a mastermind at what she does and really values quality and attention to detail. Working with such a small space was no easy task, but she had a solution for everything. Throughout the entire process, she offered thoughtful advice and creative ideas that helped us make the most of every inch. She made what could have been an overwhelming project feel so much easier. The finished space is not only beautiful, but incredibly functional. Everyone who has seen the unit is amazed by the design and attention to detail, and we constantly get compliments on how well the space was utilized. Kathleen was also wonderful to communicate with throughout the entire process. We felt heard, supported, and confident in her recommendations from beginning to end. We are so pleased with our ADU and would choose to work with her 1,000 times over. We cannot recommend her enough!

Kathy has done two bathrooms and a kitchen in my home. I highly recommend her. She is prompt and…read moreprofessional. She takes all of your desires into consideration when coming up with a design plan if I had anything left to do in my house, I would use her again.Lol

Sarah Garofalo at California Interiors LLC Recommendation…read more My wife and I have been very fortunate to have worked with Sarah to design a remodel of our master bathroom into a space suitable for a handicapped person. We originally engaged with a different interior designer. That turned into a big mistake as we were not able to communicate with them effectively. The original design did not meet our needs and Email, text, and voicemail messages went unanswered. We eventually found Sarah and made the change to work with her. Our project turned into a bit of a nightmare as our original contractor came down with COVID and had to walk off the job after completely demolishing our bathroom. When we finally found another company to complete the bathroom Sarah's plans and drawings for the space were critical in working with the new contractor. Sarah listened to our needs and wants for the space. She communicated with us in a timely and effective way as the project had to be modified while we worked thru the process with our contractors. Sarah made timely changes to the drawings as the project required them. She was always positive and flexible. She took every challenge in stride and was always willing and eager to help and offer advice. Sarah helped with the bathroom layout, tile selection and placement, color coordination, faucet and shower hardware selection, custom linen closet design, toilet selection, and every other design aspect. She also helped advise us where the selections could be purchased. We are eager to recommend Sarah for any design services you may require. We absolutely loved working with her. Sarah will be a professional and valuable partner in developing your project. John Vrolyk

Sarah helped with the design of my kitchen. Her eye for design and knowledge of the industry was of…read moregreat help. I will use Sarah for any design needs in the future.