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Chris Alan Design
4.9(
134
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Customers say: Quick response

"We are pleased to share our exceptional experience working with Chris Alan Design after a leak in our home. Chris’s promptness, reliability, and transparency regarding pricing and timing truly impressed us. He skillfully incorporated our budget and family needs into the redesign. We're thrilled with the results and wholeheartedly recommend Chris Alan Design for future projects."
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+36

Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Cdesigns
5.0(
13
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Customers say: Quick response

"My husband and I were living in CT and decided to hire an interior designer to help us decorate and furnish a new home we purchased in CA. The impetus for this big move from CT to sunny CA was a change in my husbands work and my struggle with health issues. We had no prior experience with using the services of a designer and felt overwhelmed with the task of picking out paint colors and new furniture from such a distance. After several zoom meetings with Connie Burgher, we felt confident she understood our vision to create a serene coastal home environment. Throughout the process, Connie was available, professional, and thoughtful in helping us make choices that fit our budget and style. She also coordinated work with excellent contractors and painters in the area. We are thrilled how Connie helped us transform our new home into a stunning coastal oasis."
Coastal-Inspired Home
Coast Dining
Beautiful Turned Leg Console Table
Welcome
Spa-like Elegance - Sweet Dreams

+49

Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sarah Kaplan Design
5.0(
16
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Sarah is wonderful! Do not hesitate to use her. She has done multiple projects for us. She resigned out kitchen on a budget and it looks beautiful. She worked with us to pick out living and dinning room furniture. She designed/reimagined our primary and primary bathroom. Year later she designed my son's nursery. She is detailed and works closely with her clients. I still get compliments on my home bc of her. I refer her to anyone who needs help with designing a beautiful home."
Kitchen remodel
Dining room remodel with custom built-ins and banquet seating
Guest bathroom remodel
Primary bathroom
Kitchen remodel

+62

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Beautiful By Design
5.0(
10
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"My husband and I enjoyed working with Susie and are beyond happy with the results. She took time to understand our tastes and was very mindful of our budget. Getting the highest quality furnishings for our dollar was very important to us and them items we purchased have exceeded our expectations. We always felt like our satisfaction was her top priority."
AFTER
British West Indies Retreat
CASUAL DINING
British West Indies
AFTER

+28

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Charles Taylor Interior Design
5.0(
19
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

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"In 2021, during the pandemic, Charles Taylor and company went the extra mile for my project and to communicate. He designed and hired the contractors for a beautiful custom renovation of my tiny house. His general contractor, Christian James (James Gang Construction), did extremely professional work. He did a full wall of tiling in my guest bath, floor to ceiling tile in my shower, and two kitchen walls . Charles redesigned my master bedroom layout. Offered several ideas. He hired the contractors that: painted my house inside and out, replaced the floors with quality vinyl planks, added tile, redid my ceiling lighting, added lights for the closets in both bedrooms, added a refrigerator nook, replaced my kitchen counter with beautiful white quartz, replaced all my faucets with Delta faucets in matching finish, chose and installed new window treatments, added a pocket door, replaced the picket fence outside with high quality redwood, painted all kitchen cabinetry, replaced toilets, vanities, kitchen counters and sink . Christian James built and finished two shelves in the kitchen. All of this was done with a I mind to cost, getting deals for the tile, planks, fence, pocket door and more. I canâ t say enough about Charles Taylor Home."
Evening on the patio...
Patio in the evening..
Sun room in the basement....
Ocean View..
Roof top spa....

+102

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Designs by Denise
5.0(
17
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"We bought a beautiful new home in Encinitas and needed some decorating help. We found Denise, and she made the whole process so easy for us. We exchanged ideas until we found the perfect fit for our style. We knew what we liked but didn’t know how to pull it all together, and Denise really helped with that. She came up with ideas we hadn’t even thought of, and we’ve gone room by room turning our house into a true home. We’re both very busy with work, so having her handle the details was such a relief. The results are warm, stylish, and personal—and even our dogs love her!"
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Blissful Bathroom
The Calm Cove
Response time10 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DM Building Inc
4.9(
57
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Customers say: True professional

"We live out of state & it was mandatory to have excellent communications w/our contractor. Danny & his team were incredibly professional, efficient, honest and dependable. We will not work with anyone else in the future. He did an exceptional job."
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+9

Response time6 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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San Diego Premier Outdoor Design and Construction
5.0(
46
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great experience with SD Premier Outdoor. Emily helped us design our perfect backyard and was extremely personable and efficient with her communication and proposal. Team Andy completed our demo and paver installation and Team Miguel installed our artificial turf. We could not be happier with the final product!"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Juan's Tree Service & Landscaping
4.8(
56
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I wanted decorative rocks to cover bare dirt in my backyard. The job was done quickly, at a fair price, and to my satisfaction. I have asked Juan to come back to do landscape maintenance on the property on a regular basis."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for design and decorating projects in Carlsbad, CA

Start by defining your goals and budget. Collect photos of rooms you love, jot down must-have features, and list what isn’t working in your current space. Share these details—and your target budget—during the first meeting. The clearer you are, the quicker a designer can translate your vision into a workable plan and keep costs in check.

Yes, working with an interior designer can help you save money. Designers prevent costly missteps, secure trade discounts on furniture and finishes, and coordinate the project so you don’t pay twice for the same work. Their upfront fee often pays for itself in avoided change orders, tighter timelines, and materials purchased at below-retail pricing.

A full interior design project wraps up in two to three months, on average, while a decorating job takes four to eight weeks. Timelines stretch if you add structural changes, custom millwork, or specialty materials, and unexpected shipping or permit delays can tack on extra days. Talk with your designer about project milestones and build in a little wiggle room.

Interview at least three pros whose portfolios match your style. Review their credentials and ask for references. During a face-to-face or virtual meeting, discuss your goals, budget, and timeline, and make sure their communication style and fee structure feel comfortable. The right designer combines technical know-how with a creative approach that clicks with you.

The Carlsbad, CA homeowners’ guide to design and decorating services

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