I just needed some help choosing colors and envisioning a new "look" for a somewhat minor kitchen upgrade, so I chose to have a pay-by-the-hour consultation. A local tile store offered free consultations, but having done that for our past bathroom remodel, I knew their expertise was narrower in scope and limited to what they had in stock. Enter Faris and her great ideas! She suggested a color to paint our cabinets that would tie into an existing island we had. She had an idea for backsplash that would coordinate, and also not immediately look dated once the current style became yesterday's hot new thing. I actually found a tile that worked even better than what she suggested, but I never would have considered it if she hadn't suggested that style, or introduced me to a non-local website. If you're considering investing in a $10k kitchen upgrade or a $60k total overhaul, I feel like this is money very well spent. I left our meeting more excited about our mini renovation that I ever was before. A word of advice and why I deducted a star...they are very strict about their billing, so try to be concise and not mess around during your meeting. I enjoyed her company and attempted to establish rapport, but all of that turned out to be billable time. The 7 minutes she was late; the time I took to make us tea; the stories she told about other clients; the time she took a call regarding another project...I was billed for the full time. I'm still VERY glad she came out, and I would hire them again in a second if we decide to undertake another project--I'll just be more conscious of time if we do. read more

Wow, I don't even know where to start! A remodel that touched as many parts of a home as ours did is so incredibly personal, and emotional at times, but from the first moment we met Crystal of TVL Creative, I knew I was working with someone who would hold my hand; and guide me with the perfect blend of love, creativity, passion, and experience. Our project was not a straightforward kitchen or master bathroom remodel, in fact it was just about every part of our home needing attention but those. And so the daunting task of finding someone who could not only take on a project of that scale, especially because we really didn't have a ton of ideas as to what we wanted beyond a few basics like "get rid of the dark wood (railings, doors, trim), update hall bathroom, total redesign/redocorate of family room, create a pool table room in our living room, and update the closet space on main level". That's how I explained it to Crystal via their website seeking a consultation after seeing the amazing work they did on a friend's kitchen remodel. And from the moment Crystal came for our initial, and free (!), consultation I knew I was headed the right direction. First, once Crystal came to the house, she walked through the whole project with me and my husband, took photos, asked great questions and offered interesting ideas to gauge our design personality. Then she followed up with a complimentary 3D photorealistic rendering of what our pool table room could look like (which we ended up making pretty much no changes to!). We knew from that point that we were all in with TVL!! Their pricing is super flexible, offering their services hourly on an a la carte basis. But even though it's hourly, they tell you how long they think it will take and that's all you pay, so they can't gouge you unexpectedly. With the a la carte, you can choose just their design services, and/or material purchasing and delivery management and/or staging, assembly & installation, and/or contractor recommendation/alignment, and/or project management and site visits. Well, I hate all things design and wanted to be as hands-off as possible, so I signed up for everything!! We then set a budget for everything else and we were on our way! We started talking to Crystal almost 6 months before starting our project. But we filled our first weeks with lots of back and forth via email (my preference and hers), sharing renderings and discussing ideas of what we wanted our family room to look like. By the third rendering she had nailed that design down for us. We then locked down the design details of the other parts of the project. Then began the fun of shopping and ordering all of the beautiful new things. Crystal understands how timing works for things like a custom order couch, and since she knew we had some pretty specific criteria including the need to actually be able to test it out in person, she began the hunt for our perfect couch plenty early. And she found it!! That was the beginning of many successful shopping missions Crystal accomplished for us; both in stores and lots online too. She confirmed all purchases with us before buying, provided us with receipts as well as a spreadsheet tracking all expected and actual spending to assure us our budget was still on track. Crystal was reassuring every time I started freaking out about this or that. She was patient when I became obsessed with finding the *perfect* console table, such a small piece of furniture in the grand scheme of everything else but she made it her priority to find me that perfect table with a smile and good humor. Once the time finally came to start the project, it could not have gone any better!! Everything from our contractor she recommended, to the painters and the carpet install, to the tiniest of details-she attended to them professionally and with a genuine desire to act in our best interest. Our project was completed in the expected time frame, and her team killed themselves to ensure we'd have our home done and ready for a New Year's Eve party. There were a few follow up items like returning/replacing broken or incorrect deliveries, and Crystal handled it all with such grace and was fully committed to the very end with us. Most impressively, we ended up UNDER BUDGET! Not by a ton, but without sacrificing any of our needs and wants, we still had a little money left over at the end! How often do you hear of a remodel that is ON TIME and UNDER BUDGET!? Not often, because they didn't have Crystal and TVL guiding them every step of the way. Also, keep in mind they work with ALL budgets, so while other contractors or designers might scoff at your budget or if you think there's no way you can do what you want on your budget, I encourage you to contact TVL to find out for yourself. They take a fresh approach to design and construction, and are nothing like any design firm your mom (ha, or my mom) has every used!! read more

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We had a wonderful experience with TVL remodeling our kitchen and powder room. From the outset, we knew we needed someone with a particular specialty in design. All the other companies we interviewed seemed really light on this skill, and more like just contractors. We knew we would have been left to our own devices for much of the design, material selection, etc. This was not the case with TVL. After several discussions and a kickoff meeting to discuss what styles we liked and what we hoped for functionally out of the two spaces, we received beautiful renderings showing us exactly what was proposed by TVL. From there, we made tweaks and TVL brought samples of everything to us - cabinets, counter tops, hardware, etc. We didn't have to drive all over town making these selections ourselves - a total lifesaver! I should also mention the designs that TVL generated for us perfectly captured what we were looking for - a modern, industrial feel. The designs included some standards like subway tile, and some unexpected touches, like a custom soffit and pipe shelf supports. There is no way we could have come up with them ourselves. We worked with one of TVL's recommended contractors, Nick, and he was terrific. Because we have a toddler and both of us work from home we were especially persistent about a short remodel time frame. The entire project (kitchen and powder room) was completed in just over two weeks. We were floored. And thrilled. Crystal from TVL was incredibly respectful of our budget ($35K) and dutifully stayed on top of monitoring our spending as we went along. She is also extremely communicative, proactive in explaining details, and clearly passionate for the work she does. We hope to work with TVL again and would wholeheartedly recommend them. read more

DO IT! HIRE TVL! Have you ever thought back on a home project and could list a few things you would have done different? I definitely have but NOT about hiring and working with TVL Creative for my "big to me" kitchen remodel project. I researched design and design/build companies for several months and had 6 come out for estimates. I knew I would have to chose wisely because I would be busy with work and hobbled from foot surgery and would have very little time to manage the remodel. I had so many fears in not making the right choice, and to be honest, was hesitant about TVL at first because they were such a new company and this was a big project for me. What swayed my decision was the positive energy, amazing ideas, and listening skills I experienced with Crystal (designer/owner). She truly heard me when I explained the look I was wanting for the kitchen but was so overwhelmed with choices I couldn't make any decisions. Her preliminary design was so close to what I wanted we had barely any modifications for the final design. Several of the other designers were polite but told me I couldn't achieve the design I wanted within my budget. There was a reason for that - they are very very overpriced. You get all the attention you need from TVL designers but they won't tack on percentage costs for every little thing like most of the other designers do. Let's just say TVL proved all those other designers wrong! Considering the company is young, I found TVL to be very knowledgeable about modern trends, knowledgeable about hip and fun materials, and savvy about computer renderings - the latter being an amazing feature they do as part of your design which really helps you visualize the space. I'm sure if you're reading this review this far you're wondering how the remodel all turned out... I have just five important words...under budget and on time. BAM! The experience couldn't have been better. My kitchen is gorgeous and just the way I wanted it to be. I get so many compliments. Hire them, you wont regret it. read more

Superb!! I worked with TVL Creative for a major renovation of our kitchen, master bathroom, and main floor bathroom. This was my first time doing a renovation and I couldn't have asked for better people to work with on these projects. They took away any nervousness I had about the renovation. Crystal was very detailed and creative and on top of every idea, decision, delivery, install, etc. She was in constant communication with me and I never felt as though I didn't know what was going on. She also made sure we stayed within my budget. My contractor, Ian, was also just as impeccable. My projects started the day they said they would and ended on the day they said they would. He was extremely thorough and did everything the right way. He did not take short cuts on anything. I did not have any of the horror stories or surprises that you hear about from other renovations. They are truly genuine, honest, trustworthy, and extremely hard working people. I have recommended them to many people and will continue to do so. In fact, I will be hiring them again for more home projects to come. Hire them now! You will not be disappointed. read more

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We purchased my parents' 1966 ranch home, and absolutely everything in it was original, right down to the green shag rugs. I needed someone who could help me retain the original feeling of the home, but bring it new life. To complicate matters, the renovation had to be done while we were living in another state. I knew I did not want someone who would update the house in old, traditional ways, yet I didn't want trendy designs that would quickly go out of style. Somehow, out of all the designers in Denver, Crystal surfaced in my on-line search. I met with her on a visit to Denver, and knew she was the one to lovingly renovate the home I grew up in. She understood that this was an emotional journey as well as a renovation journey. We did everything - walls, baseboards, windows, floors, kitchen, three bathrooms, interior and exterior doors, fireplaces - you name it. Every surface in the house was touched, and in addition Crystal furnished the entire home right down to the bathroom towels. Crystal immediately understood our vision and tastes, and improved upon them 100-fold. I could NEVER have managed to pull together all the choices that had to be made and create such a beautiful result on my own. Crystal also introduced us to our contractor, Angel, who is incredibly talented and a joy to work with. Angel had lots of creative ideas, and a very good design sense (which is sometimes lacking with contractors). I don't even know where to start to tell you why you should hire TVL. It could be because they are incredibly talented designers, or because they are beyond dedicated and detail-oriented, or because your project will be as stress-free as possible, or because they are incredibly wonderful, exciting and good people, or because you will have FUN with your renovation. Take your pick. But I can tell you that we did a complete renovation and furnishing of a 2,500 square foot home in about six months and barely had any anxiety about it - AND we were 1,500 miles away. We hit some bumps, as you surely will in a renovation, but they were all resolved with the utmost professionalism, fairness and creativity. Crystal, Angel and the crew became friends and went so far above what could have possibly been expected. They accepted deliveries when we could not be there, looked out for our home when we were not there, surprised us with wonderful design ideas, I could go on forever. Angel made sure we were happy with absolutely everything he and his crew did, and is just a fantastic human being. I could write a book about all that TVL did to transform my childhood home into an absolutely beautiful place. Crystal thinks about every detail in terms of how you will live and be in the space, and puts as much energy into it as if it were her own. All you really need to know is that you will not find a more talented, dedicated, kind and amazing group of people. And the price you will pay will be reasonable. Take the leap and give them a call, it will be a wonderful journey to making your house a home. read more

Any remodeling project poses a potentially major strain on time, money, and peace of mind, no matter the size. TVL Creative provided my husband and me a level of service and support that made our project not only survivable, but successful far beyond our expectations, through creativity, communication, problem-solving, follow-through, and commitment to the highest possible standards. To start, Ashley C. met with us to explore what we envisioned for our project. She listened carefully, offered feedback (including gentle re-direction when our ideas weren't practical or appropriate) and then provided us with renderings that perfectly captured what we wanted. Once we made a commitment to TVL, Ashley provided us with several options for contractors and subcontractors. The people with whom we met were knowledgeable and experienced, and their pricing was competitive and reasonable. We were able to begin our project in a timely manner. The final plan for our project included popcorn ceiling removal on two floors (including vaulted living room ceiling,) lowering of a 6" raised living room floor, installation of recessed lighting in two rooms, new kitchen island with pendant lighting, new half bath, new paint for walls and doors on the first and second floors, hardwood floor installation on the first floor, new carpet on the second floor, 88' of custom steel railings for the loft and staircase, new wood stairway risers, a new fireplace mantel and insert. Estimated timeline was two months. After the work began, Ashley directly supervised our progress via site visits every other day. As glitches arose, she was quick to respond. She set up a meeting with one subcontractor, helped us articulate our concerns, and added in her observations. In another instance, we texted her after 5 pm on a Monday when we noticed a light fixture wasn't level. She texted the contractor, who contacted the electrician, who arrived at our door on Tuesday by 4 pm to fix it. Ashley and I worked together to select all finishes, including paint, stain, carpet, tile and hardwood flooring. In addition, she helped me shop for furnishings including rugs, light fixtures, faucets, door hardware, and recycled barn wood. She handled all ordering and materials, and followed up if items were delayed. Everything but the steel railings was finished in less than two months, and those were only delayed for a couple of weeks. Now that it's done, my husband and I can't believe the incredible change in our house. We feel like we're living in a design magazine photo spread! We couldn't be happier with the results and the process. read more

TVL is an absolute master in the design and build industry. Words cannot capture the TVL experience, but here are a few that come to mind: Professional, fun, energetic, innovative, creative, accessible, communicative, reliable and the hardest working people we've ever known. TVL and Team Boots took our 1962 ranch and transformed it into a home we will never leave. We needed safe, functional, comfortable, durable, budget friendly and pretty for our family of four and they delivered in every way. The TVL experience elevates the design and build process. Team Boots are master craftsmen, Faris is a brilliant designer, and we are honored to have been part of the TVL experience. TVL is the best, without question. read more

I waited several months after our project was completed to post this review as I wanted to make sure that I was really pleased with our master bathroom remodel and not just talking during the honeymoon period. Well, yes, we are definitely pleased and still enjoying the new space and design! Crystal Russell was exceptionally professional and helpful. She went above and beyond by accepting deliveries at our home, moving boxes into our garage when we were not home, and effectively working and mediating between us and our contractor when some problems (not of Crystal's doing) arose. We loved working with her and she was so respectful of our tiny budget and able to open our eyes to possibilities and nudged us gently into other considerations. She provided plenty of samples and made suggestions of where to go to look at products and/or purchase products. Whenever she could save us money she did. We are committed to using a designer again for future home remodeling. Despite our own can do spirit, Crystal was far better at envisioning possibilities and features we had not considered. She was very good at reviewing the details from the small picture to the big overall design. When we had questions about architectural considerations, she was able to answer those promptly and well. You can't go wrong with this company and we are so glad to have had the creativity and professionalism given to us. Our neighborhood blog had several recommendations for Crystal and company and we originally intended to interview at least three companies/designers. But, Crystal was the first one and she so wholeheartedly impressed us we did not consider pursuing anyone else. We knew we had a winner! read more

We purchased a modern, urban town home and wanted to break the mold by ensuring that our designer was not cut from an old cloth, bound by tired decorating traditions, or thinking inside some ancient box. We found the perfect firm and designer when we engaged Faris Spinosi and TVL Creative to lead our quest. In the past year we've seen our space transformed into a more beautiful, functional, perfectly representative home and we have Faris and the TVL Team to thank. From her earliest ideas and renderings, Faris brought a keen eye and truly distinct, highly developed and diverse skill set to our project. With methodical planning and constant attention, she harnessed the best materials, craftsmen, installers, and sources for furnishing, finishes, accessories, and installations...and when all was said and done we had a home that we love more than ever, and it came with the pleasure of working with TVL and Faris, and a cost we were happy with as well. My gratitude to this cutting-edge design group - I recommend them to you without hesitation, know you'll enjoy the process and the product as we did. read more

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I am truly amazed at the quality of work and genuine concern to "get things right" from the design process all the way through construction. Crystal has a genuine gift in designing to suit a space, the persons who live in the space, and making it all work! When original bids resulted in a bit of sticker shock, she happily went back to the drawing board to bring things back within budget without compromising style or design. In fact - I think it ended up exactly as it should! TVL has a great collection of contractors and I was able to choose the one I felt worked best for me. I am a chronic DIYer - and for me to turn over the reigns completely was a big leap of faith for me. I'm almost disappointed I don't have more space for TVL to work on... I recommend this group without hesitation. It's so refreshing to encounter people who love what they do, and work hard to accomplish what they set out to do. read more

TVL Creative (specifically Ashley and our contractor, Ian) were amazing! They took what was a disaster of a space (our kitchen) which we avoided at all costs, and turned it into the center of home and our most social space. Ashley had terrific ideas which kept the integrity of our historic home, but brought it into the 21st century. She met and exceeded all of our expectations and Ian's work completely realized her vision. Not only that, but every deadline was met, budgets were kept, and we literally could not be happier with the results! Thank you TVL! read more

I had the pleasure of working with the very talented TVL Creative team and cannot say enough good things about them. Lead designer, Crystal, met with me for an initial consult about my bathroom and really considered what I wanted and came up with a spot on initial design concept complete with materials list. Loving the design I immediately hired TVL and booked one of the contractor's they work with regularly to do the work. The project was done on time, within budget and exceeded expectations. Any hiccups along the way were promptly resolved by Crystal, who is extremely responsive to her client's needs and vision. My bathroom is beautiful and the process of working with TVL reflected their very real commitment to client happiness, quality work and a real passion for great design realized. They even helped bail me out of a botched cabinet installation in my kitchen; oh how I wish I had used them for that project from the beginning! In a world with so many home renovation horror stories, save yourself the hassle and enjoy the process of transforming your space. I cannot recommend TVL Creative more highly. read more

The entire process from the initial meeting and design to putting the final touches on the finished project was performed with professionalism, enthusiasm and excellent craftsmanship. Crystal's communication was outstanding. She kept in touch via email and by in-person visits to the house to check in on the progress. My project had a very tight timeline and everyone involved worked to ensure the remodel was completed within the allotted time. The project estimates were accurate and in some cases the final costs were under budget. I could not have asked for a better outcome! read more

DO NOT DO IT Using this company is not a pleasant experience. A three week project turned into three plus month project and I had to pursue my own county permits. The "designer/project manager" did not follow up or oversee the permits. I was promised a start date which was delayed by more than a week. During our initial planning meeting several project requirements were discussed. Our initial discussions included a bench in the shower, the shower was built without a bench. A type of toilet had been discussed the toilet which arrived had to be returned. The tile chosen by the "designer" was defective and she encouraged me to accept the tile anyway, I did not. The choices provided were not cost conscious and I did the majority of my own shopping. The "designer" and the company was non responsive to my concerns, difficult to deal with and resistant to providing detailed invoices. I never felt like I was listened to or my concerns mattered. Photographs of my bathroom are on their website - this is misleading since the only two items selected by them were the shower doors and the barn doors, all other items were chosen and purchased by me alone. My budget and me were never shown any respect by this company or the employees of this company. I was completely stressed out during the entire argumentative, non-satisfying, costly and untimely project. I would never use this company nor would I ever recommend this company. read more

I may or may not have mentioned that home renovations are not for the faint of heart...however it is businesses such as TVL Creative and, specifically, Faris S, that can see you through the mayhem. I still get chills walking into my place after all of the changes, as I stated in my review of my contractor, I wish I would have some "before and after" to make all of your jaws drop. From the outset, Faris was incredible to work with, seeing the potential as I had in the rather despondent property I had purchased last year. What I have now is not only beyond my expectations but makes me hush my face and stop asking her questions on design aspects I don't have the ability to see into completion as she does. Faris was such an incredible partner, with a crazy work schedule and an interesting building where the renovation was taking place; she took it all in stride and did the best to make the situation manageable for all parties so we could buckle down and get the job done. read more

Best decision ever! We hired TVL creative to update our "original 1980's kitchen." Well Crystal did way more than that! She completely transformed it to an incredible, amazing space. She worked with me to think out of the box and have our kitchen be something different and stand out. We didn't want some cookie cutter / everyday kitchen that everyone has seen, we wanted to be different and she made that happen! She introduced us to some different ideas - like using reclaimed wood on our ceiling and two different colors and styles of cabinets... It pulled together and looks awesome! She was also very respectful of our budget ..and this allowed us to install hardwood floors in addition to our budget. Another designer that I spoke to laughed at our budget, telling us it would be at least 20k more to get what we want, but Crystal made our budget work! I will be using TVL creative again ...but I will probably have to get in line, as all of my neighbors want to use her to! We are the envy of the neighborhood . read more

We had the privilege to work with Crystal at TLV Creative for the remodel of our main floor which included the kitchen, family room, and living room and also our upper level master bathroom. Prior to this experience, I had never worked with a designer. Crystal was an absolute pleasure to work with. Besides being very kind and supportive, she also clearly knows her stuff. Our home transformed from dark and dated to cozy and fresh. Crystal not only listened to our wishes and desires but she also was bold with her suggestions and recommendations that she knew would improve the project. She was cognizant of our budget and worked well with our contractor. Crystal has beautiful artistic talent and is overall a fun, warm, and supportive person to work with during the quite stressful endeavor of a major remodel. I highly recommend Crystal and her team. We could not be happier with how our home turned out read more

Absolutely priceless advisement. I highly recommend anyone to retain TVL as they have saved us thousands in good advice! Faris is simply amazing at what she does! read more

We hired TVL to help with renovating our first floor (kitchen, family, bathroom). Faris was our designer and we were very excited and thrilled with her design ideas. The project turned out aesthetically beautifully, however, the process had some glitches. Faris was willing to answer questions throughout the process and was polite and helpful, but her overall knowledge of construction, quality, and drawings made for some frustrating bumps along the way. We worked with our own contractor, so getting the designer and the contractor on the same page was a not as smooth as we had hoped. The design drawings were not as accurate or as thorough as the contractor needed. Some things were drawn that didn't work quite right with the construction details. Still, she was willing and able to clarify once the contractor brought this to our attention. It was good to have the 2 communicate for clarity. The budget was exceeded, so make sure to really stress your cap when working with TVL. We also had problems with where our designer got our flooring and counter tops. The counter top was installed incorrectly and the wood floor boards were warped and many had to be replaced. Even after that, we had to use some warped boards. So, TVL may want to reconsider who they use for future flooring projects. We had never done a project as large as this, so working with a designer was helpful. TVL provided some creative designs and took interest in the project at the start. Moving forward, though, I think our project was overshadowed by some other opportunities the company had and we felt a bit neglected. Professional? Yes. Creative? No doubt. Knowledgeable? Definitely in the design area, but less so in the construction area. Recommended? Overall, "Yes" with just some words of guidance pertaining to the areas listed above. Our project IS quite beautiful and the overall experience was tolerable and relatively painless. Mostly, we appreciate how well Faris worked with us, exhibiting professionalism and kindness even in the moments of frustration! read more

I had been wanting to remodel our master bathroom since they day we bought our house. I am so happy that I found TVL Creative to help me! Other companies presented more as contractors without any design knowledge or experience. Ashley of TVL Creative was very professional and knowledgeable about every aspect of the project. And, her design skills were superior. I strongly recommend TVL Creative for any small or large project you need completed. read more

We are still in the midst of our kitchen remodel but have been extremely happy with TVL and we are excited to see the finished product. We struggled with how to redesign our kitchen to be more functional as well as brighter. After meeting with Faris a few times, she was able to offer us several options to review and ultimately came up with a solution we would never have thought of that we just loved. She has been very flexible with us in seeking out contractors, materials etc. I would recommend TVL to anyone looking to start a remodeling or design project. read more

TVL Creative did an amazing job at remodeling my bathroom. They took the time to talk with us, listened to our needs and our budget, did extensive measuring & planning and presented us with a fantastic design board with a beautiful rendering of our "new" bathroom. The designer, Crystal Russell, could not have been warmer or more professional. She catered to our needs and was able to find all of the finish materials at really good prices, yet still made them look classy & expensive. TVL Creative works hard to provide services to middle class income people that usually only the very rich can afford to have. Crystal brought in a contractor who was fantastic!!! Not only did he do the job for a ridiculously good price, but he worked diligently, professionally and courteously! He worked really hard and spent long hours making sure our bathroom was perfect. TVL Creative made sure, in advance, that we knew exactly how much our finish materials would cost, everything was priced and broken down and it was all ordered in advance for the contractor. We are amazed & thrilled with our new bathroom and still can't believe how beautiful it is and what an unbelievable job TVL Creative did for us! We hit the jackpot with this company!!! read more