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Interior Designers in Santa Barbara, CA

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Maienza - Wilson Architecture + Interiors
Interior Designers in Santa Barbara, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars3 February 2013
“A rare combination of extraordinary design, attention to detail and excellent follow-on service. The work they did on our home was not only beautiful, it set a new standard for our neighborhood.”
Kisha Gianni Designs
Interior Designers in Santa Barbara, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars17 October 2016
“I hired Kisha to help me with a year-long major house remodel, and she's been fantastic! She not only has a great eye for design, but she's also sensitive to cost constraints, and she's been an essential sounding-board for me on literally every aspect of the project. I would have been lost without her, and I would recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat!”
Nanci Paige Design
Interior Designers in Santa Barbara, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars29 November 2014
“We had Nanci Paige Designs do three projects for us. The first was a complete re-modeling of one of our aesthetic medical practices. She transformed a dungy, cluttered mess into a sleek, modern and attractive facility that continues to produce the desired results for the staff and, even more importantly, for the patients. The goal for the re-model was to create a very upscale office and, at the same time, help the patients relax and know they're in very good hands. The relaxing part is seen when every new patient forgets about their fears and begins to share what they'd like to accomplish with their appearance. The upscale goal was realized when a long time patient walked into the new office and said, "I guess you're going to be raising your prices with the way this place looks!" We then had her to an interior design job with a our mid-century modern home in Palm Springs. She transformed that house into a modern and warm home with vibrant colors and sleek furnishings all balanced with well placed natural wood accent pieces. She accomplished both of our goals of having an updated version of mid-century modern furnishings to complete the home and create a cool and relaxing environment. Accomplishing just one of the goals would have been difficult to do, achieving both goals achieved the next-to-impossible task. Finally we had her design the remodeling of our spa and salon business interiors interior in Palm Springs. Again, the magic happened the space was transformed in color and furnishings that improved the presentation for clients and supported price increases for the services. Two more medical practices are going on the drawing boards and a new home design project is going into her capable and talented hands. She always takes the project way past our imagination and puts it where it really should have been from the beginning.”
Hearth Homes Interiors
Interior Designers in Santa Barbara, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars8 November 2021
“Olivia and Katie are fantastic! Their sense of style and help with arranging rooms is second to none. They also had some great ideas for adding special pieces to my home at all budget levels. My living room was awkward with no real center of attraction, but Olivia moved my furniture around so that it worked. The backsplash tiles they recommended when I remodeled my kitchen are always being complemented ! Thank you. Highly recommend.”
Jodi G. Designs
Interior Designers in Santa Barbara, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars12 December 2015
“JodiG is the most talented designer I have ever encountered. She designs from the heart. She designs from your heart. She is able to see your vision and create a space that is not only esthetically beautiful but offers you the space you always dreamed of. She can work with any budget and give you the sense of having spent millions. Her dedication through out the job will impress you. There is no downtime and the challenges that come with every job are handled with love and care. There is no one better! E. Briere Santa Barbara”
Designs Daly
Interior Designers in Santa Barbara, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars8 October 2016
“Alyssa Daly is dedicated to her craft as an interior designer. She pays extra close attention to detail on projects I've worked with her on. Designs Daly listens to what their customers need and exceed their expectations. I'd highly recommend Designs Daly for any size interior design project you have.”
Madison Nicole Design
Interior Designers in Santa Barbara, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars13 October 2018
“We hired Madison Nicole Design to do the interior design our new home in Santa Barbara. She did a wonderful job! Everything from the tile, plumbing fixtures, wall color, furniture, rugs to the filling all the built-in shelves with fun and creative accessories! She was very sensitive to our budget and the end result is amazing. Every time we have guests over the comment how beautiful our home is!”
Borden Interiors & Associates
Interior Designers in Santa Barbara, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars13 August 2012
“We have used Borden Interiors to remodel homes in Santa Barbara and Florida. We highly recommend Borden Interiors for their creativity, professionalism and streamlined process. Once we made the decision to remodel, the pros at Borden helped us with every aspect - working with our contractor from flooring, surfaces, fixtures, cabinetry, appliances and to finally decorating our home with beautiful furnishings and lighting. Debra Borden and her staff make everything stress free and the process of turning our home from ordinary to spectacular so enjoyable. They get five stars in our book!”
DTM INTERIORS
Interior Designers in Santa Barbara, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars18 October 2012
“Aimee Miller has been a life saver for our team in many real estate transactions!!! She has staged numerous properties and with a snap of her fingers, turning them into showcase masterpieces. She worked with our Remington seller who we had their condo listed on the market and was not selling. The condo was tired and old and was not receiving any attention. Aimee had the sellers remove all prior furniture and recommended the condo be revived with new paint and flooring. With her dramatic staging and suggested alternations the condo had a total different look that was elegant and fresh. The condo went from having no attention to selling in a short period of time! Her service is most certainly worthwhile and I would recommend her to any seller, even if they doubt whether they need a "facelift" for their property.”
Regina Creative
Interior Designers in Santa Barbara, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars31 January 2017
“Emily is incredible. She is organized, talented, and a great communicator. She is able to manage big and small projects and stay within budget. She is able to vision a project from start to finish and then deliver amazing results. We have hired her for many projects and they have always exceeded expectations.”
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Interior Designer FAQs
Interior design services in Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara are:
  • Interior design
  • Space Planning
  • Downsizing
  • Floor Plans
  • Holiday Decorating
  • Kids Bedroom Design
There are 348 Interior Designers, registered on Houzz in Santa Barbara.
Why Hire Interior Designers on Houzz?
336Local Pros on Houzz Who Serve Santa Barbara, CA
95,000+Total Number of Reviews Left by Homeowners
Interior designers in Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara, CA 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 Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara, CA 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 Santa Barbara, CA interior designer according to the type of work you need.

Why should I hire an interior designer in Santa Barbara, CA?


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 Santa Barbara, CA 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 Santa Barbara, CA interior designer for my home?


Good design and visual inspiration are all around us. Start by searching for interior architects and interior designers in Santa Barbara, CA 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 Santa Barbara, CA 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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