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Avatar for Chris Alan Design
Chris Alan Design
4.9(
134
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Serving Pacific Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Customers say: Quick response

"We had an 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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Sarah Kaplan Design
5.0(
16
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Serving Pacific Beach, 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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Charles Taylor Interior Design
5.0(
19
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Serving Pacific Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Charles is super talented, professional, punctual and responsive...so are all his contractors! You can rely on him for all facets of your design and decorating. He can either create the entire vision or keep you on point with your own. We loved how he made suggestions that were outside of the box (some of which we incorporated) but was not in the least offended when we decided to stick to our own choices. We couldn't have done it with him!"
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 Pacific Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I worked with Denise to remodel a bathroom and am very happy with the results. Denise helped us design changes to the bathroom and coordinated a reliable contractor. She sourced the material we needed and presented different sample options, which made choosing them simple. She handled the ordering and kept us updated on timing and delivery throughout the process. The design is beautiful and fits our home perfectly and the quality of work is exceptional. I highly recommend Denise, as she listened to what we wanted and helped us create an amazing result. She listens, manages the moving parts and is great at communicating! Denise is an excellent choice and I plan on using her in future projects."
Elevated Eats
Elevated Eats
Blissful Bathroom
The Calm Cove
Response time10 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BE HOME REMODELING INC
4.9(
66
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Serving Pacific Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After they redid our counter tops and island, we had them paint out cabinets and build shelves up to the ceiling. The communication was on point this time and the results speak for themselves. Would definitely recommend them to anyone for any home project."
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
609 neighbors recently requested a quote
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San Diego Premier Outdoor Design and Construction
5.0(
46
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Serving Pacific Beach, 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%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
4.4(
129
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Serving Pacific Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kacen and his team pulled up our existing lawn, his design turned it into beautiful low maintenance, water wise front yard that exceeded our expectations. Kacen and his team arrived for work early everyday, worked in the rain, made sure our yard was clean at the end of each day. The entire transformation took 4 days. We received several proposals, C & H proposal was very reasonable and gave us the most for the price that we were able to have our driveway and side walks acid stained. Kacen returned on day 5 to make sure we were 100% satisfied. I have been in contact with Kacen since the project was completed, he is quick to reply and be available to assist. We are extremely satisfied."
Del Mar
Del Mar
Del Mar
Del Mar
Encinitas

+19

Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Omega Turf Artificial Grass
4.9(
28
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Serving Pacific Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I found them at an air show. After the show, they came out and gave me an estimate. The quality of the product was good and the installation was excellent. We're enjoying. Here in San Diego we can't water our lawns anymore so it's nice to have. The price may have been a little high but, quality was more important. We had extra things done. They put down a galvanized steal mesh under it to keep the weeds from coming up."
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+4

Response time10 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Martinez L&R
Martinez L&R
5.0(
13
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Serving Pacific Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Excellent! Juve, Jhonny, And the crew do excellent job for me. I was so annoyed with how all the large potted plants in front of my yard, and now they are gorgeous! I also have a better understanding of how to take care of them and keep in touch with the company to ensure that they continue to thrive."
Landscaping
Landscaping
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+10

Response time8 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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FAQs for design and decorating projects in Pacific Beach, 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 Pacific Beach, CA homeowners’ guide to design and decorating services

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