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Avatar for Wendy Nobriga Interiors
Wendy Nobriga Interiors
5.0(
82
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Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: True professional

"We would recommend Wendy in a heartbeat to anyone looking for interior design or decorating expertise. We started with one small bathroom layout project, and eventually used Wendy for almost every decision in our new house, from art and furniture selection, to cabinet layouts, to window design, to paint colors, to outlet and lighting placement, to crown molding design and so much more. She is creative, efficient, responsive, and very easy to work with. She is connected with so many different vendors and suppliers, and pays close attention to all details. Her pricing is very reasonable, and the value she delivers is priceless."
La Grange Living Room
Des Plaines Living Room
Bathroom with double vanity, white quartz countertops, freestanding tub, and marble hex tile floor.
Lincolnwood Living Room
Kitchen

+249

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for JK Company, LLC
JK Company, LLC
5.0(
106
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Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JK Company did a fantastic job on our new brick paver patio. I talked to several other companies and I had the most confidence in Tino of JK. He was the only one that made design suggestions that made sense and we're so glad we went with them because everything turned out great. He's very reliable and prompt at getting back. He stayed on schedule and didn't let us down plus they had all of their insurance documents in order including Workmans Comp and Liability insurance. I'd highly recommend JK."
Patio
Drive
Patio
Patio
Entryway

+11

Response time1 day
66 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Ecoscape Architectural Design LLC
5.0(
25
)

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"Very smooth, hired again to do a small bathroom remodel. Harvey Benjamin, the owner really impressed me and my husband. At first I wasn’t sure about letting such a young man handle such a huge project ($36,000) patio remodel. but after meeting with other local construction contractors, I was extremely impressed by Harvey’s Knowledge and expertise in the exterior field. long story short, within 10 days his team totally transformed our crappy little yard into a neighborhood Envy. they now Maintain our lawn and remove our snow in the winter time, eventually they were hired by our neighbors to do lawn maintenance . Great guy, affordable prices and extremely talented"
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+44

Response time4 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for Green City Gardens
Green City Gardens
4.7(
116
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Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

"We are SO THRILLED with the results and with the entire process!  JD and his company are absolutely terrific.  It was such a pleasant process from design suggestions, drawing up plans, watching the execution, and now enjoying the completed work.  JD is a terrific designer, wonderful communicator, and we really couldn't be happier with everything.  We are planning to do another project with him in the next year, and we are looking forward to that process and end product too!"
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Design

+18

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling
Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling
4.2(
29
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Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Roman is a professional does a great job cuts no corners the workmanship is top notch if your looking to have a railing system installed he's your man would recommend him highly"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
Avatar for Greentrail Landscape & Design, Inc.
Greentrail Landscape & Design, Inc.
4.3(
81
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Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Juan and his team were Amazing! Juan returned my calls and texts quickly and answered all of my questions. His landscape design, construction of the retaining walls and suggestions turned out better than my husband and I could have ever imagined. Juan and his team were professional, talented, courteous, and extremely hard working. When we are ready to tackle our back yard, we will definitely be using Juan and his team."
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for R & G Almanza Landscape Inc
R & G Almanza Landscape Inc
4.2(
252
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Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used R & G Almanza for the entire 2016 lawncare season, from spring clean-up through fall clean-up. R & G showed up in a timely fashion on a weekly basis, but they frequently missed small patches of grass while mowing and our grass looked terrible (thin and patchy) almost all year - I can't recall a single time I saw someone apply top dressing to any part of the lawn. We will not be using them again."
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Efrains Brick Paving and Landscaping
Efrains Brick Paving and Landscaping
5.0(
20
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Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Gonzalez did a great job putting in a new patio for us. We really appreciated the design ideas and support in creating our new outdoor space. They were very professional and neat as they completed the job. We highly recommend this team!"
Walkway
Walkway
Patio
Patio
Patio

+3

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for design and decorating projects in Lake Forest, IL

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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