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Interior Designers in Chicago, IL

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Lugbill Designs
Interior Designers in Chicago, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars13 December 2012
“I hired Lugbill Designs for a kitchen renovation and was very impressed! Erica Lugbill has a terrific design eye and a talent for making a space really pop. She is extremely professional, courteous, and shows tremendous attention to detail. I couldn't be happier with the end results and will use Lugbill Designs for design work for many years to come.”
Queen Bee Interiors
Interior Designers in Chicago, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars13 March 2014
“I have worked with Laura since we bought our house 8 years ago. She has done an amazing job at helping us decorate to our tastes -- but at least 10x better than we could have done on our own. She's helped us understand the space, what furniture will fit in it, the colors that will work best, etc. I think she's actually saved us money because every choice is well thought out -- we do not have to later discard items that do not fit or that do not coordinate well. Laura is very efficient and professional. I cannot recommend her highly enough.”
Gemma Parker Design, LLC
Interior Designers in Chicago, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars27 August 2015
“We had the pleasure of working with Gemma to update our family room and kitchen. The results are outstanding! Gemma's incredible eye for design and extremely professional working style made the project a pleasure from start to finish. Gemma has an excellent eye for detail and architecture. She took my many inspiration photos and created new spaces that feel as though they've always been in our home. She thought of every last detail, so the spaces feel truly finished. Gemma is a great communicator and there were no surprises. She was clear about what our budget would permit, and was creative about making it work. She has excellent taste and has clear opinions, which helped me make good decisions. Gemma has outstanding resources in Chicago and long working relationships with those vendors -- it was clear how much they trust and respect her taste. From furniture to artwork to window treatments to accessories, she can make anything happen. We are thrilled with the outcome and would absolutely work with her again. I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone.”
Phillip Harrison Interiors
Interior Designers in Chicago, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars16 October 2018
“I can't speak highly enough about Phillip Harrison's services! Mark helped us with a home redesign that was more than we could have ever imagined!! His attention to detail, impeccable style, and expectation of quality was a breath of fresh air. He listened to all of our needs and desires and turned our well-loved house, into a perfectly styled and incredible home.”
Abigail Ray Interiors
Interior Designers in Chicago, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars21 February 2024
“Abigail and her team were outstanding! I am in awe of her design abilities and seamless coordination skills. During the planning process, Abigail took the time to understand my style and helped me express myself in my home. Her attention to detail was phenomenal and she did an amazing job, blending my old and new furniture and decor. Abigail has made hosting even more enjoyable because I cannot wait to show off beautiful home!”
Christie Kenny Interiors
Interior Designers in Chicago, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars9 October 2019
“Christie is so nice to work with and did a wonderful job helping with me set up our house while we are listing it for sale.”
KDT Designs, Inc.
Interior Designers in Chicago, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars24 May 2013
“KDT Designs was extremely helpful in redesigning my kitchen. They were professional and respectful of my taste and budget. I am thrilled with my new kitchen and the ease of dealing with them.”
Stephanie Kaslow Interiors
Interior Designers in Chicago, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars6 December 2023
“Stephanie is not only an incredible interior designer but also very easy to work with. She was so thoughtful with all of her ideas and recommendations throughout our projects— it was very clear she listened to all of our needs! She is communicative and helpful and we came to really value all of her opinions. We've worked with her on several different home projects and will absolutely be using her for any future projects, too. I highly recommend working with Stephanie!”
Steinhafels
Interior Designers in Chicago, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars11 January 2016
“We enjoyed working with Ann. She was very helpful in guiding us through our selections and very open to our input. It was truly a collaborative effort. I like how we were able to communicate by phone, email and text. She was always available.”
Wendy Nobriga, ASID
Interior Designers in Chicago, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars15 January 2016
“I used Wendy to help me pick out colors, tiles, etc. when I did a complete renovation of my condo 2 years ago. She was prompt, professional and we were both on the same page. She came to my house for the initial consultation. Then she came back with the samples and told me exactly the price and where to get everything. After everything was done, she drew out 3 different layouts so that I knew where to put my furniture, since that isn’t my specialty. She measured all of my furniture and mapped it out as well as gave me a couple suggestions to add a couple things. Then as one last thing, I hired Wendy to come help me hang my pictures. Some were by themselves and some were in clusters of up to 15 pictures. Everything came out beautiful. I highly recommend Wendy. She did a great job and i could never had done it by myself. I first found her on Angie’s List.”
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Interior Designer FAQs
Interior design services in Chicago may be offered in different ways, including hourly rates, fixed fees, or a percentage of the project’s total cost, which will vary depending on the project itself. Interior design costs can range from £50 to £200 per hour, or a fixed fee between 5% and 20% of the total project cost. The key thing is to be very clear about your budget and your scope from the start, to ensure your designer can advise you on what is achievable. And remember, their contacts will probably save you money. A contingency fund of 10-15% is also recommended, especially if open-ended structural work is involved.
When considering hiring an interior designer, you can ask the following:
  • Experience: Ask about the designer’s background, education, experience, and previous similar projects.
  • Design Process: Gain insights into the designer’s project approach, design philosophy, preferred style, and how they incorporate client preferences. Review their Houzz portfolio to evaluate their design style and compatibility with your tastes.
  • Scope of Services: Inquire about the interior designer’s services, including project management, material/furniture sourcing, and whether they offer full-service design.
  • Budget and Timeline: Discuss your project budget and the designers capability to work within it. Ask how they handle unexpected delays & additional costs.
  • Testimonials: Seek references or testimonials from past clients to assess client satisfaction. You can find these easily on Houzz from other homeowners that have used this pro.
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  1. See Chicago Interior Designers’ profiles, dive into their work photos and check out customer reviews.
  2. Reach out to the pro(s) you want, then share your vision to get the ball rolling.
  3. Request and compare quotes, then hire the Interior Designer that perfectly fits your project and budget limits.
The most popular Interior Design Services in Chicago are:
  • Interior design
  • Space Planning
  • Downsizing
  • Floor Plans
  • Holiday Decorating
  • Kids Bedroom Design
There are 4,180 Interior Designers, registered on Houzz in Chicago.
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3,876Local Pros on Houzz Who Serve Chicago, IL
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Interior designers in Chicago and interior architects are skilled at making beautiful, feel-good spaces for people to live and work in, using carefully chosen combinations of paint colours, patterns, fabrics, furniture and fixtures. They will help you to get the look you want first time, and if you’re not immediately sure what you want they help you find it, working with you to design your perfect home. If your space is on the small side, or awkwardly configured, a Chicago, IL interior designer can also help you to maximise your living space, using clever tricks to make spaces seem larger or brighter and building in multi-functional furniture and design. Working closely with Chicago interior designers will ensure you get a design you love, but also allow you to pick up some of the skills, approaches and design ideas that interior designers use to create their stunning home designs. So if you are stuck for ideas, or can’t make head nor tail of how to design your living room, bedroom, or even your entire home, then find interior design companies and interior designers in Chicago, IL on Houzz that are ready to totally transform your interiors and make your life easier.

What’s the difference between interior designers and interior decorators?


These two closely related professions are often mistaken for the same thing, however, there are some significant differences to be aware of before deciding which to hire. An interior designer, sometimes known as an interior architect, can run full renovation and structural design projects, and will use specialised knowledge of interior architecture, construction systems and components, building regulations, materials and furnishings to arrive at your dream home design. Interior design companies are able to plan spaces and room functions down to the last detail, and can help design and renovate interiors, from initial planning phases to placing the last decorative accessory. A decorator on the other hand will typically be involved only in the aesthetic layer, the “look and feel” of a space, and won’t be able to assist in renovations that require structural work. Interior decorators normally come on board after all structural work is complete. So choose your Chicago, IL interior designer according to the type of work you need.

Why should I hire an interior designer in Chicago, IL?


They say life is what happens while you’re busy making plans. Some of us are just too preoccupied with a career and/or family to think about colour schemes, wallpaper, flooring and lighting. A professional interior designer in Chicago, IL can save you bags of time, stress and months, if not years, of living in a half-finished home. It’s their job to stay on top of the latest trends and to have contacts and visual references coming out of their ears. Interior designers can also save you money, by sourcing products via trade contacts or offering affordable alternatives to blowout iconic designs.

How do I choose the right Chicago, IL interior designer for my home?


Good design and visual inspiration are all around us. Start by searching for interior architects and interior designers in Chicago, IL on Houzz. Keep a lookout for images of rooms and features that you really like and save them to your Ideabooks to begin to develop an understanding of your own style and taste. If you notice that photos from the same interior design companies are popping up regularly then that is a good hint that they could be your perfect design match. You can feel most confident if you hire an interior designer or interior design company in Chicago, IL that has completed work similar to the look and feel that you desire, whether that is a mix-and-match lounge oozing mid-century modern style, a pale and interesting minimalist bedroom with shots of colour, or a beautiful space inspired by Scandinavian design.

You may want to check if your designer is a member of the Society of British and International Design (SBID) or The British Institute of Interior Design (BIID). Both are a benchmark of quality and reliability. And check if your interior designers can offer you the right type of service – some companies are design only, while others can oversee the whole project. If it is the latter that you seek, make sure any sub-contractors used are fully accredited and it is clear who they are supposed to report to. If late alterations are made to the plan, the contractor should receive a change order, thus minimising the risk of a dispute about what was and wasn’t agreed to after the start date.



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