Serving Corona Del Mar, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"As a designer Corey is excellent. He cares deeply, he pays great attention to details and he listens. I'd highly recommend Corey."
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Serving Corona Del Mar, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
"Really innovative, thinking outside the box, the materials used were cost-effective. He was very professional, easy to speak with, great personality, great sense of humor, and listens to ideas, visions and provide his expertise to have a great result, and I would highly recommend him."
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Serving Corona Del Mar, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Small jobs welcome
Credit card accepted
"Denise was an absolute pleasure to work with during my kitchen redesign project. Despite the initial setback of a flood, she made the process so easy and stress-free. Denises expertise and guidance in identifying my personal design style were invaluable, and her ability to bring it to life was amazing. She even went above and beyond by coordinating with my contractors while I was out of town, ensuring that everything went according to plan. When we encountered a roadblock with the flooring being backordered, Denise was able to make an executive decision and choose the perfect floor for our kitchen without any input from me. Needless to say, she exceeded all expectations, and we were thrilled with the result. Denise truly has a talent for interior design, and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to embark on a renovation project."
Serving Corona Del Mar, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I went through HomeAdvisor website to search for a back splash contractor for our new condo. Somehow, I was added to the "Kitchen Remodel" service so got a call from Carolyn. I explained to her that all I needed was a contractor for a back splash not a whole kitchen remodel. Even though we were not going to use her designer service, Carolyn was kind enough to share with me the reference for her tile installer who also does interior painting which is another service that we need. In my opinion, she is a REAL PRO as other designers may not be willing to extend that courtesy."
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Serving Corona Del Mar, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Customers say: Quality work
"Working with Jonathan at Design X Architects was the best decision my family made. Through seasons of busy schedules and illnesses, Jonathan has been patient with us and never pressured us to move faster than we were comfortable with. He is extremely creative and always takes our perspective into consideration when creating his designs."
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Serving Corona Del Mar, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Jeff was on time for every appointment, showed genuine interest in our ideas and budget limitations. He was very pleasent to work with. He provided plenty of referrals, past work, before and after pics. I certainly plan on using Jeff again when we re-landscape our back yard. I highly recommend Jeff for landscape designer needs."
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Serving Corona Del Mar, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I hired this landscape designer to transform my backyard and was thrilled with the end result. The designer was creative, attentive, and provided practical solutions to improve the functionality and beauty of my outdoor space. Highly recommend!"
Serving Corona Del Mar, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
"Michelle was awesome! She did a beautiful job and I love how my cabinets turned out."
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Serving Corona Del Mar, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Peter was an expert problem solver. We had a 16 year old heavy wooden pivot door for the front door. We had to remove and reinstall so that we could move an elephant through the opening. We had no other options. But Peter worked it out and did a great job!"
+27
Serving Corona Del Mar, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Yes. Mr. Baker did an excellent job and was very professional and a joy to work with."
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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.
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