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Chris Alan Design
4.9(
134
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Serving Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Customers say: Quick response

"Connie helped us choose paint colors for entire home. She made the decision easy and fun rather than the daunting task I was dreading. She was efficient and had a designers kit of paint colors specific to the paint brand we preferred that smoothed the process of making a choice. She spent 2± hours with us at a very reasonable flat rate. We plan to use her again when we begin to decorate the home once we've moved in."
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 Oceanside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Sarah was great at getting to know what styles I liked and understanding what I really wanted my place to look like. She came back with options to choose from and adjusted just a bit after giving me room to provide my feedback. The designs came out great and people are really impressed when they come to my home. They always ask who designed it, and now you know 🤣 I highly recommend Sarah if you want similar outcomes! I really enjoy coming home everyday now, and it’s very much thanks to Sarah’s interior designs! She also helped coordinate some of the purchasing, which was super helpful, and is generally well organized. She used to work for a firm that charges much more, so you’re getting all that experience without having to pay for quite so much overhead."
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 Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Denise was very helpful and was even willing to shop for me while I wasnâ t with her! This was especially helpful because I had a new baby at home. By her bringing me the samples and designs to my home, the experience was so easy! She also has great taste in interior design. I highly recommend hiring Denise in order to elevate any space in your home! -Lauren"
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 Oceanside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Dina has a great taste. She can suggest the best way to decorate your home and to plan out the space efficiently. I love to learn from her the last trends in design . The job is done in timely manner, she helps to find the furniture and materials with the best prices and good brands."
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 Oceanside, 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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BE HOME REMODELING INC
4.9(
66
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Serving Oceanside, 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%
605 neighbors recently requested a quote
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San Diego Premier Outdoor Design and Construction
5.0(
46
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Serving Oceanside, 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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FAQs for design and decorating projects in Oceanside, 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.

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