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Chris Alan Design
4.9(
134
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Serving San Marcos, 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 San Marcos, 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 San Marcos, 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
4.9(
13
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"CTID was (is!) great to work with -- they are still helping us with some final decorating items. We were new to town so Charles was a great help in introducing us to options, listening to us and translating what we wanted into recommendations. CTID sourced most if not all our materials from wood flooring, tile and countertops for kitchen and baths, kitchen cabinets and appliances, bath fixtures and vanities, and stone for the fireplace. They designed a built-in bed for the main bedroom and found us a wall bed for the guest room, Afghan rugs, living room furniture and cabinetry and outdoor furniture. Nearly all facets of our design and build were shepherded by Charles. We would definitely work with Charles again and it is clear from the various suppliers we met through him that he is highly respected."
Bright remodel
La Jolla Contemporary
Family That Loves Color
Clean Contemporary
Bright remodel

+112

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Designs by Denise
5.0(
17
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Serving San Marcos, 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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Dina2Decor
4.3(
24
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"â "We couldnâ t be more thrilled with our new home decoration changes made by Dina! The new concepts and ideas she applied are impeccable and a beautiful addition to our entire home. Dina was friendly and professional from start to finish and the new decoration was beautiful, practical and matched perfectly our life style. Weâ re looking forward to recommending Dina to our neighbors and friends. Thanks again, Dina!""
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DM Building Inc
4.9(
57
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Customers say: True professional

"We hired DM Building to remodel our Kitchen/Great room and couldn't be happier with the process or the result. Danny and team were super professional, punctual and good at communicating where we were at in the process and what to expect. Although a lot of the team works directly for DM Building (which is nice!), the subs were also really great and their craftsmanship was excellent. It's always nerve-racking when you have to choose a contractor to work with, but rest-assured DM Building and team are great and you'll be happy working with them. We're about to add-on to our house and are planning to use the DM Building team to do that project as well."
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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 San Marcos, 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
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Juan's Tree Service & Landscaping
4.8(
53
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Good morning Juan and his employee were amazing and did a great Job removing weeds and trimming trees great clean up very satisfied. His customer service was Very Good Very Nice and Professional. Thank you Tammy"
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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 San Marcos, 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 San Marcos, CA homeowners’ guide to design and decorating services

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