Contacted Shawn after reading reviews here on Yelp and after seeing photos of his work on Houzz. I…read morewanted to update my kitchen to make it brighter and fit in with the style of the rest of the house but needed help with what to do. Shawn took a look around, listened to what I had in mind, and thankfully told me what would or wouldn't work. He picked a beautiful quartz counter top, gave me options to choose from for the paint, faucet and hardware. He has a great team working for him. They were respectful and trustworthy. The refinished cabinets look like new. They do high quality work. He made his best effort to get things done within the time frame discussed but, as with any renovation, there were some unexpected issues that led to minor delays and affected cost. I really appreciated how his main concern was that I was happy with the end result. Before and in process photos attached (forgot to take a picture of the final product and don't want to clean the kitchen right now).

We lucked out big time in finding Shawn and his team. After interviewing 7 options last Spring for…read moreour kitchen/interior living space remodel, we knew Shawn was our guy. We've now been in our finished kitchen and house for a few months and love it more every day. We still can't believe the transformation and beyond the beautiful upgrade across the board, his design and recommendations made it SO much more functional. From the design process to communication and his project manager/workers, everyone was a true professional. No kitchen horror stories and they finished exactly on time. There of course are small things that came up in communication between what we decided with Shawn (keeping our dishwasher) and what the workers on site knew about (tried to give it away 2x), but that is common in any project, and most important to us is every small thing we noticed/flagged was fixed without question. We've already referred Shawn to anyone who asks. He took our space from a very dated 1960s vibe to modern but with character, and a design that matches our ranch style home. Thank you Shawn for making our house feel like us!

If I could give a 10, I would. I recently sold my Mothers Condo in Emeryville in Watergate. This…read morewas my second experience with Signe. Over a decade ago I worked with Signe to stage our Alamo home to sell. Signe really helped us give it the WOW factor and we sold in a down market at asking price. When it came time to sell the Emeryville Condo I called Signe immediately. Signe has the gift of adding the "this is what I want to live in" factor. She came out and walked the unit, gave me a very fair price, was so easy to work with, She got the staging done quickly for us to go on the market and was very careful in bringing the furniture in not to do any damage. Signe is a true artist, the furniture, placement, art, and accessories highlighted the features of the condo. One thing you can't really see in the photos of the staging is Signe's amzing use of textures. Every element featured textures to add richness and warmth. The condo sold to one of the first showings in less than 4 days and the staging was so fabulous the buyers asked to be put in contact with Signe so they could purchase some of the staging furniture! Signe is so very easy to work with, she takes sellers requests into consideration in the staging she does and stays current on trends and what the market is doing to help sellers get to SOLD. Hire SIgne for your staging needs, you won't regret it. Last added thing Signes team also patches and nail holes in the walls after de-staging which was a huge bonus for me that I didnt have to go in and do that.

Hire Signe if you can! She staged our house in Pinole in September 2020 and the result was…read morestunning! We considered a few different staging companies and Signe stood out from the rest as she paid most attention to the details and came up with the best tailored staging plan for our house. Not every house in the same and she stages them accordingly. She added a lot of visual appeal to our house and it sold for a bit over asking. I would definitely use her again for our next sale.

Kathy Bate is a gifted designer. She was able to help us make the best decisions for our home…read morerenovation including the most important details for the kitchen and bath. She was able to work quickly and followed up with digital plans showing our options. The project is off to a great start with our budget in tact. Kathy Bate knows how to help you get the best quality working with the funds available. Already we have saved money on the project by having Kathy 's helpful guidance. She is a warm hearted person who knows when to take charge. My husband and I enjoyed working with Kathy Bate Designs.

Kathy is an amazing and talented designer; smart, savvy, and experienced, very much in tune with…read morethe clients needs. She did a great job designing our kitchen.

ISD is a company that I would recommend. They are very helpful and professional. Came to my home…read moreon the schedule time. Measured the space where my custom sofa was to be placed. Also samples were provided that would complement my flooring, walls and window coverings. The price was within my price range. The delivery was as expected and delivery personnel were helpful and professional. Took great pride in protecting floors and walls. The sofa looks great and very comfortable. I highly recommend this company.

I rarely write reviews but Ken at Interior Spaces deserves an outstanding one. I purchased a…read moreCalligaris table with a custom top and legs which was being shipped with white glove delivery to a home in the mountains in Utah. When it arrived the ceramic top was damaged so I was told to not accept it and Ken located another one with the right combination of top and legs. When that arrived, it also had been damaged in shipping and Ken said to reject it and he found another one- same problem. I guess the porcelain tops are very fragile and require more delicate handling. Ken never gave up in the quest to deliver the perfect table I had ordered and was communicative and proactive throughout the ongoing issues never complaining once. They just delivered the 4th table which arrived in perfect condition and I couldn't be happier. I've never had such a positive experience from what was ostensibly a terrible one. Calligaris had discontined the combination I originally ordered in the meantime, but Ken persisted in getting that original combination shipped from Italy. Ken, thanks for your persistence, patience and follow-through. I can not recommend you and your store more highly!!

I worked with Itay on a complete renovation of my San Francisco condo -- new bathroom, kitchen,…read morefloors, lighting, electrical, and everything else in between. Renovations are never simple, and unexpected things will always come up. What's important is having a contractor that you can trust. I appreciate that Itay does things by the book and is committed to keeping his clients happy. Whenever an issue came up, I knew I could always talk to Itay to figure something out. That made the process much more manageable. I am very happy that I chose Itay and his team to partner with on my project. They did a very high quality job, and I'm very happy with the work they did. Thanks Itay!

I cannot recommend TRD enough! We recently hired them to remodel our kitchen and dining room, which…read moreinvolved knocking down walls to create an open-concept space. From start to finish, the experience was fantastic. What really set them apart was how they handled the "unexpected." As with any major remodel, a few hurdles popped up once the walls came down. Instead of delaying the project or overcharging, Itay and the team came to us with creative, out-of-the-box solutions that actually ended up improving the final design. We are so happy with our new space!

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

I recently called on TANGERINEdesign LLC to help me with some retro permit work needed prior to…read moreselling my home. I wasn't sure what the City needed, or how to complete it, but Jill knew what to do, how to get it done correctly, and guided me through the process. As for the process, it was quick!... from on-site measurements, to drafting the necessary documents, to submittal and approval, it could not have gone smoother! I'm so thankful to have found TANGERINEdesign LLC and appreciate Jill's genuine work ethic by sticking to the timeline & price she quoted me.

I recently worked with Emily and her team, and I cannot recommend EJ Design enough! She has an…read moreincredible eye for detail and a natural talent for transforming a space. She took my vision and elevated it in ways I never could have imagined. The textures, lighting, and layout have completely changed the energy of my home. Her team was highly organized and thorough. My space finally feels curated and sophisticated. Exactly what I was looking for. 5 stars!

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Emily Jonas Design. Emily helped us transform our…read morerecently remodeled home from top to bottom, creating a cohesive, elevated design that feels both beautiful yet incredibly livable. Emily has an exceptional eye for design and a talent for balancing style with comfort and functionality which is important in a house with two boys and two dogs! Every detail felt intentional as she brought together our ideas with her own expertise. We constantly receive compliments on her work from guests. In addition to her design she is a pleasure to work with. Her communication is professional and clear and the whole process felt smooth and collaborative. We continue to use her for updates and to help with a recent backyard living space. We would happily recommend her to anyone looking for a talented designer.

Rick was nothing but a joy to work with. He was so easy to work with. I'm so happy I was able to…read moretrust him to frame the black and white photo I gave him. He went above and beyond to get me the finished product within the timeline I needed it. The framed photo turned out better than I could have hoped. I trusted in him to do the framing how he thought was most suitable. The final product was beautiful. This was a gift to a coworker who was absolutely thrilled about it. Thank you Rick. I will be back!

I've had Rick do a number of pieces for me. As I speak there are two more at his shop. I've always…read morebeen pleased with his design ideas, workmanship, and pricing. Plus he's a really nice guy to work with!

We worked with Lisa and team through our real estate broker, Parisa Samimi, to sell our home in…read moreMartinez. I still cannot believe how beautifully Lisa transformed our house. Not only did it show extraordinarily well and receive a ton of compliments, her interior design techniques had me saving all of the photos for future reference. Each space was the perfect blend of cozy and modern combined with big, beautiful splashes of transitional flare. As soon as I saw what she'd done, I immediately wanted to move back in. Last but not least, her pricing was extraordinarily reasonable compared to other staging companies. So if you're looking to have someone stage your space, act fast and give her a call. I'm sure her pricing will double or triple with time because she's is absolutely worth every penny.

I've had the pleasure of working with Lisa for the past 8 years, and she has been nothing short of…read moreamazing! Her staging has consistently made a huge difference in helping my homes sell faster and for top dollar. Lisa has an incredible eye for design, and her tasteful, thoughtful staging transforms spaces, making them more inviting and appealing to buyers. She's professional, reliable, and always a joy to work with. And she has a great personality, someone you want to be friends with! If you're looking for a stager who can elevate your listings and help your properties shine, I highly recommend Lisa and her team!