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Interior Designers in Lake Forest, IL

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Warren Barnett Interior Design
Interior Designers in Lake Forest, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars19 February 2014
“The professional service I received from the staff at Warren Barnett was 5 star from start to finish. They guided me through designing and furnishing my entire dining room. They also helped me polish a look I was trying to go for in a few of my other rooms. I can't wait for my next dinner party to show it all off to my friends.”
Phillip Harrison Interiors
Interior Designers in Lake Forest, 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.”
Jgib Interiors
Interior Designers in Lake Forest, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars28 February 2014
“Jen is great to work with. She always has solid ideas and suggestions for my projects. Additionally, she always finds the time to work with my clients; be it an in-home consultation, creating an idea book, or sitting down for hours to go through lighting catalogs. I only have good things to say about her services and I will definitely continue to recommend her to our clients.”
Your Favorite Room By Cathy Zaeske
Interior Designers in Lake Forest, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars22 June 2012
“I worked with Cathy Zaseke from "Your Favorite Room" on the re- design of my family room basement. Two years after I lost my husband to cancer, I decided that myself and my twin 8 year old boys needed a new fun place to hang out and was all ours. A new beginning. Cathy took my very bright fabric I found, and designed a bright, creative space, to really live and use every inch of my basement. She truly listened to me and my ideas, and came back with a complete plan and even stayed within my budget. She was great to work with, and I really appreciate all the hard work she put in to make this space our number one place to hang out.”
Michelle's Interiors
Interior Designers in Lake Forest, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars4 April 2013
“We hired Michelle to help us redesign our master bath and are absolutely thrilled with the outcome. We wanted to create a spa like setting complete with a larger shower, luxury whirlpool and other creature comforts that women enjoy. Michelle came up with a stunning design that involved some changes of moving a wall, adding pocket doors and relocating some of the plumbing. Her plan included all the materials to be considered for the project and paint colors. We love the whirlpool that is large enough for two and has these fancy lights that change colors as the pool is on. Her design incorporated the existing master bedroom and she helped us with some ideas there also. Michelle is very creative, full of energy and an absolute joy to work with. There are many great designers in Chicago and she is definitely in that elite group of designers.”
Wilk Design Group
Interior Designers in Lake Forest, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars9 May 2016
“After 35+ years in the same house, it was time to downsize and I couldn't have managed the task without Wendy's support each step of the way. Not only did she assist in determining which existing pieces would work in the smaller unit, she was immensely helpful in choosing the finishes for the new place, filling in with purchased pieces and the overall design and feel of my new residence. The final product allowed me to have a fresh start in a new place that immediately felt like home due to Wendy's amazing attention to detail for color, style, comfort and design. She is professional in every sense meeting both deadlines and budgetary requests. $100/hour rate was a tremendous value for the service and expertise that Wendy provided She has an innate talent for pulling together myriad layers in a space to create a warm, elegant and cohesive home that is a true reflection of its owner. It was a pleasure working with Wilk & Rusch Design Group.”
Carte Blanche Interior Solutions
Interior Designers in Lake Forest, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars6 December 2023
“Carte Blanche - Sakkara, helped us with designing a comfortable yet functional entertaining basement. Her ideas were fresh, stylish and did more than expected within our budget. Customer service was exceptional. It was my first time getting an interior designer but she walked me through the process and was very patient and understanding with us.”
LMR Designs, LLC
Interior Designers in Lake Forest, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars8 October 2012
“I had an excellent experience with LMR Designs. I trusted Linda completely with her design and color recommendations and everything came out better than I could have imagined. I was so pleased with the first project that Linda did for me that she subsequently picked out paint colors for every room in my house and re-designed my living room. I highly recommend Linda. She's professional in every sense of the word.”
Steinhafels
Interior Designers in Lake Forest, 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.”
Expressive Interiors by Marietta Calas
Interior Designers in Lake Forest, IL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars29 January 2013
“I have been working with Marietta for several years. I got connected with her through my niece who also has worked with her. She has helped me redecorate my family room, my bedroom and my bathroom. I don't have an extremely large budget and am terribly indecisive. Somehow Marietta seems to be able to work through all of that and come up with some fantastic ideas. One of the most important factors in dealing with Marietta is that I trust her implicitly. Her taste is impeccable, her vision extraordinary and her patience unending. I currently have another project on the horizon and will be using Marietta for that as well. I would not hesitate to recommend her to friends and family. A decision that we live with forever!!!!”
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Interior Designer FAQs
Interior design services in Lake Forest 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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  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 Lake Forest are:
  • Interior design
  • Space Planning
  • Downsizing
  • Floor Plans
  • Holiday Decorating
  • Kids Bedroom Design
There are 3,641 Interior Designers, registered on Houzz in Lake Forest.
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2,546Local Pros on Houzz Who Serve Lake Forest, IL
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Interior designers in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, IL interior designer according to the type of work you need.

Why should I hire an interior designer in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, 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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