As a real estate developer that specializes in higher end residential remodels and new…read moreconstruction, the presence of a qualified designer is Vital to success of a Final Product, which families can enjoy for years to come! In 2016, we were lucky enough to learn thru past work done, about Design4BayArea. Right away, we realized that we have a design professional that can see our project from a different angle and beyond what online pictures can provide. Oksana and her team were able to create a synergy, inside and out, where one can enjoy and be proud of a home, that is unique to their nature, but at the same - time liked by many! Team availability and response was amazing, no question has been left untouched and at the end of the day our projects have gained additional value comparing to the competition. So far we have worked together on multiple projects that created happy memories and memorable design.

Very pleased with the way out kitchen remodel turned out. Oksana took her time to make sure…read moreeverything is exactly to our liking. Those were long 4-5 months under construction but end result speaks for itself (see photos)

Whether you are interested in a full home decoration, updating a good but tired home or room, or…read morejust staging your home for selling, I recommend BJ Atmospheres without reservation. Brian rescued me when I had to move back into my condo after a flood. He filled my home with beautiful colors, and integrated my furnishings that were dear to me with new items and accessories that gave my traditional decor a modern edge. He was a delight to work with, handled contractors masterfully, and introduced design elements i wouldn't have thought of on my own. He's comfortable with high end furnishings and finds from consignment shops. He is well connected to the local arts community. My dining room set, hand painted by a local artist, is the centerpiece of my new dining room that Brian carved out of formerly lost space. He is honest and trustworthy and his prices are very competitive.

When I purchased my condo in Pompano Beach Florida almost 2 years ago, I had no idea how i was…read moregoing to manage the renovations, construction and most important the decorating. Living in new Jersey and going back and forth was not even a consideration and then I met Brian Sflarski one night at a restaurant.He had just moved to Florida as well and told me he was an interior designer. What Luck. we hit it off immediatley and soon we became great friends. Not only did he work with my contractor, he did all the shopping, choosing my appliances, furniture, decor and so much more. From th paint samples to the chandeliers to the wall sconces right down to the linens for the master bedroom, Brian did it all and was amazing and most certainly a God send. I don't know how I would ever have been able to do all the work that Brian did for me. I will always be very grateful for Brian and all the supurb work that he has done for me. If you are in the market for a designer then Brian is your man. Thanks Brian. You are the Best!!

The owner of Italkraft, where I had been earlier in the day, suggested I visit his other business…read more Almost all items are made in Italy and have a sleek modern or contemporary look. Some items were in stock while others are custom ordered from Italy with a 12-16 leek lead. I liked the look. And most importantly, the service extended by design consultant James was outstanding. Knowledgeable. Comprehensive. Responsive to questions. Knew his product line. And had an easy welcoming demeanor. Spent the most time in a recliner chair made in Norway, Stressless. It was comfy. No. Very comfy. And available in many colors and grades of leather. We plan to return and revisit the piece and see if we like it as much on second viewing and after additional seating. Make sure James is your design consultant. You'll appreciate his thoughtful low keyed manner and the depth of his product knowledge.

I moved to Pompano from New York recently. I had had my place completely renovated and needed a…read morecouple of things to finish off my place. I'd found some stores in New York that carried Calligari's products, so when I saw Calligari's driving North on Federal Highway, I pulled in. I immediately bought an office chair, on wheels. It was stylish and comfortable. I fell in love with it. I went back for another chair. Instead of the wheeled chair for my desk, I wanted one for my kitchen table where I paint. Being thrilled in both rooms, I went back and bought two more chairs to match the one in the kitchen on wheels and a glass topped table that could be both a coffee or kitchen table. It is now my kitchen table and I couldn't be happier. I love the store and have to fight the urge to go back because everything is stylish, modern and well built. The sales people are knowledgeable, kind and easy to work with. If you want to enjoy spending your money, go to Concepto. What ever you buy, you will enjoy in your home.

Being the type of person I am - always wanting to do things myself, I went back and forth deciding…read moreto hire a designer for our home or not. Luckily, after meeting Nick an his team at Luxe, I knew that this was going to be the right fit for me to let the professionals do what they do best, design beautiful living spaces. My wife and I gave the simple idea of beachy, yet modern, and Luxe made the idea come to life. We couldn't be happier with the design of our home and our experience with Luxe Design Studios.

From the owner: Luxe Design Studios is a renowned and forward-leaning contemporary interior design firm,…read morespecializing in the design of modern residential, retail and cultural projects. Founder and creative director Nicholas DeJesu who is known for his clear-cut, sophisticated style, bold new ideas, and a strong point of view. He favors handsome, crisp lines, use of neutrals and color; new uses for natural materials; and the successful marriage of functionality and fine detailing. His ethos has always been to approach the design of a space as one holistic vision. Admired for his relevant and keen understanding of architecture and design, his clients are some of the most well-known names in professional sports and entertainment.

Marcus Mars with Marcus Mars Interior Designs is a thoughtful, detailed artist with good interior…read moredesigns. However it is not worth doing business with him because I found him to be dishonest and unethical. Here is a list of just some of the issues: - Marcus was dishonest about the budget. There were hiccups along the way that added to the cost, which were no one's fault. However Marcus' designs, although beautiful, significantly contributed to doubling the budget, and he took no responsibility. Have him design everything and get cost estimates for labor and materials BEFORE demolition. - Marcus doubled the amount of time the remodel should have taken. Marcus told us it would take 3-5 months. It took 8 months (11 months if you include the 3 months we waited for the contractor to begin), and only because I pushed for him to complete the project. Have a deadline in the contract with monetary consequences if he does not meet the deadline. - Marcus was not honest about how he gets paid. Marcus told me he gets paid by up-charging the furniture. Instead, he up-charged the furniture, labor and materials. Marcus requires in his contract that he creates the invoices. Do not agree to this! Instead, make him provide original receipts and then clearly outline up-charges/fees in the invoices. - On several occasions, Marcus verbally quoted a price on an item like a toilet or painting that we agreed to. But then Marcus charged us approx. double and denied the verbal quote. Follow-up verbal quotes with text or email for documentation. - Marcus lied to the contractors and told them we did not pay him as an excuse to delay their payments. However, we paid Marcus weeks, if not months, in advance. Require signed lien waivers from the subcontractors to ensure Marcus pays them in full, and to ensure they don't file a lien on your house if he fails to do so. Examples can be found in State of FL statutes: http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0700-0799/0713/0713.html - Marcus often blamed mistakes the contractors made as the contractors' fault, even though some mistakes were his own. - Some of the contractors Marcus hired were not good and the work had to be fixed or removed such as the painter, kitchen cabinet maker and window tinter. - Last but not least, Marcus threatened to file a lien on our house because we took time to review all the invoices before giving him the final payment. I found numerous inconsistencies and inaccurate accounting in the invoices. There was a difference in over $5,000 between what we owed and what Marcus charged. We did not succumb to Marcus's threats and took our time reviewing his invoices. After more than doubling the budget (essentially getting paid twice what he was supposed to) Marcus had the nerve to debate what was owed. We settled on half just to be done with him. Because I am an honest person, I will say again that Marcus' designs are good and I am happy with the end result. Marcus worked very hard on this project. However, there are more negative things I could say and I would not recommend working with him as a client or a contractor due to his dishonesty.

We had just moved into our Intercoastal Home across the street from…read morethe Fort Lauderdale beach where Marcus had created a beautiful eclectic and coastal decor for us. Marcus listened to us and our needs and then helped guide us through the interior design and our various home improvements. Next year we plan on having Marcus back to work on the Kitchen design and remodel. I have already referred Marcus to help my mother with her interior design needs in Boca Raton.

One of my favorite things about Artistic Elements is that they feature so many different designers…read moreand companies that you will never find anywhere else! The owners of the store Katya and Drew have impeccable taste in selecting very unique pieces. I have worked with various design firms in the past and ended up with projects that looked cookie cutter and typical builder home. Artistic elements design capabilities are truly unlimited to my experience. They have helped me with things like redoing an entire room to adding cool pieces to my existing decor to reframing van old art piece. I'm so happy to work with the firm that actually listens and able to bring my unique vision to light. Highly recommend them. Arina

I always came in for custom framing. And they have the best accessories selection. But now I was…read moreable to order wallpaper and rugs for my condo. New owners are great!

Naturally Creative did our kitchen remodel 8 years ago, so we used them again because of the…read morequality of their work and because they are a brick and mortar business. They have a BBB A+ rating . We wanted someone to take on the entire project, from licensing, architectural drawings, installation, inspections, project management and final walk through (soup to nuts). Nance Arce´ AKBD from Naturally Creative Inc. helped my wife and me design our new master bath. It was a wonderful experience. She took into account all our wants and needs. The contractors she used were very professional and the results were great. There were a few glitches (as in any construction project), but everything was resolved to our satisfaction. A special acknowledgement goes to Myles Schell the project manager and head of Expert Tile Services Inc. They did a super job on the tile and the shower stall is fantastic.

I want to take a moment to encourage anyone seeking to redo a kitchen or a bath to seek out the…read moreservices of Naturally Creative in Oakland Park. Nance, Jessica, Kate and the entire staff at Naturally Creative provided us with very professional care and assistance in redoing our kitchen in our home in Broward County, Florida. The pricing is very reasonable and they deliver a high quality product. The staff is very patient and always ready to answer questions and provide assistance. When we first started to redo the kitchen, we had thought to add to the existing cabinets. We found Naturally Creative as they handle the cabinets from the manufacturer who had made our cabinets. After discussion with Nance, we found a very affordable way to increase the number of cabinets, replace the existing doors and create a fresh, new modern look at an afforable price. Nance helped us design a beautiful kitchen with new granite counter tops and sink. She is very creative, talented and personable. She knows her business well! A great highlight of the project was also dealing with the granite craftsman who works with Naturally Creative. His name is Enrique and he is one of the finest craftsman I have met. Due to many corners and an outside overhang, it seemed there might be problems with the installation. Enrique created a beautiful granite counter top despite all obstacles. The final product has received much praise from our firends and family. You can not even find the seams in the granite or any flaw. I have dealt with many carpenters and craftsman over the years in various home projects and in working with a family construction business during my youth. I must say that Enrique is more than a fine craftsman - he is an artist. I again highly recommend this company for your kitchen and bath needs.

We used Vesta for a recent home staging and had an amazing experience working with their designers…read more The furniture and design were beautiful. I will definitely be working with them again.

I've worked with this company many times. Great customer service, fast, professional, communicative…read moreand well designed. Highly recommended!