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Avatar for Sarah Kaplan Design
Sarah Kaplan Design
5.0(
16
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Designer - KitchenDesigner - BathroomDesigner - Building+5 more

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Sarah is the best designer ever! She helped me achieve functionality as well as create the aesthetic I wanted in my living room, kitchen, and dining room. She understood what I wanted and executed everything beautifully. The process was so much less stressful due to her. Highly recommend her!"
Kitchen remodel
Dining room remodel with custom built-ins and banquet seating
Guest bathroom remodel
Primary bathroom
Kitchen remodel

+62

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Charles Taylor Interior Design
Charles Taylor Interior Design
5.0(
19
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Interior DecoratorDesigner - KitchenDesigner - Bathroom+3 more

Serving San Diego, 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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Designer - Residential (Interior Space Planner)Interior DecoratorDesigner - Bathroom+1 more

Serving San Diego, 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."
Elevated Eats
Elevated Eats
Blissful Bathroom
The Calm Cove
Response time10 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
4.5(
133
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Designer - LandscapeDesigner - Landscape - For Business

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our front landscape was in desperate need of makeover landscaping. C&H Gardens has trimmed and removed many very large trees for me, over the last 6 years. It was an easy decision to choose Kent and C&H to do our landscaping project. Design was agreed upon and work began in mid-May 2020 and completed as designed in 3 weeks, on time and at cost projection. The professional work crew and design elements that added great visual quality to the street view was more than we expected. Our family and friends agree the work and view was fantastic. We will have an easy choice on our next project for the back yard...C&H is our contractor. Thanks Kent Horner, job well done."
Del Mar
Del Mar
Del Mar
Del Mar
Encinitas

+19

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Leslie Andersen Consulting
Leslie Andersen Consulting
5.0(
11
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Designer - Building

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Working with Leslie was terrific! She understood what we wanted and got a great design done, and done quickly. She was extremely responsive so anytime we had questions or needed to review. something, she made herself available to help and get it done! We will definitely hire her again in the future if we have any additional projects."
Architects & Building Design Project
Architects & Building Design Project
Architects & Building Design Project
Architects & Building Design Project
Architects & Building Design Project

+6

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Brothers Landscape
4.7(
183
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Designer - LandscapeDesigner - Landscape - For Business

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently had the opportunity to work with Brothers landscaping, I can't say enough positive things about them. Luis was very professional and helped us designed a wonderful backyard with a rose garden and a play area for the kids and an additional area where the dogs could do their business. Brothers landscape executed our vision perfectively. His crew was on time and keep their area very organized throughout the project. Luis gave me a completion date and finished on time and stayed on budget. If you're looking for a straightforward guy with straight forward pricing, look no further."
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+92

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for design and decorating projects in San Diego, 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 Diego, CA homeowners’ guide to design and decorating services

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