Find a interior designer in Berkeley, CA

Find interior designers in Berkeley, CA

Find interior designers in Berkeley, CA

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Find interior designers in Berkeley, CA

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Top 10 interior designers in Berkeley, CA

Clients agree: these pros are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Hibiscus Studio

Hibiscus Studio

5.0(4)
Offers online services
Serves Berkeley, CA
Amber says, "Jen is knowledgeable, thoughtful, down-to-earth and listened to our needs. She's wonderful to work with!" Read more
Glass Box Interior

Glass Box Interior

New on HomeGuide
Offers online services
Serves Berkeley, CA
Glass Box Interior is an innovative commercial and residential design studio based in San Francisco. Whether is spucing up a guest room or furnishing an entire home, our in house designer is here to help! We work hand in hand with our clients to select furnishing tailored to their needs. We conduct an initial interview with a client where we discuss project scope, timeline and budget. From there our in house designer will put together a 3D model and various furniture selection. During the process, if you choose to conduct buisness virtually, you will be sent fabric swatches and finish samples to review before purchasing....
Studiosm2inc

Studiosm2inc

New on HomeGuide
4 hires on HomeGuide
Serves Berkeley, CA
Contemporary design, single family residences and hospitality projects After 28 years ...in the business its the problem solving aspect that intrigues me most .
Sloan Interiors

Sloan Interiors

5.0(3)
Offers online services
Serves Berkeley, CA
Sumi S. says, "Sloan has excellent design sense for space, color and furnishings. Every day, as we live in the interiors he designed, we appreciate his thoughtful and creative design decisions. His work could easily grace the pages of every high-end glossy architecture magazine you could think of. Exquisite style! Sloan is sensitive to client needs, budget and timing. And on top of his immense talent, he is a lovely person. Pleasant and professional to work with." Read more
Landed Interiors & Homes

Landed Interiors & Homes

New on HomeGuide
Serves Berkeley, CA
The studio team at Landed Interiors & Homes (formerly known as Lynn K. Leonidas) is known for bringing their California sensibility to collected and sensible interiors. They are inspired by a home’s architecture, using it to jump-start a modern design that carefully links its history to its present beginnings. With a background in Bay Area luxury interiors and design project management, Landed understands and respects the working relationships formed with the team of specialists bringing your project to life. Their work in the field of interior design for the past 10 years has led to the development of their unique style and a fulfilling netw...
Christine Reid Interior Design

Christine Reid Interior Design

New on HomeGuide
Serves Berkeley, CA
I offer interior design and consultation services, from my base in the San Francisco Bay Area. For over 20 years, I've had the good fortune to work with clients locally, nationally and internationally. My passion is working collaboratively to create personal, inspired environments that profoundly enhance the quality of my clients' lives. Ultimately, it's about people, and creating meaningful relationship between ourselves and our chosen environments....
Jennifer Milliken Design, LLC

Jennifer Milliken Design, LLC

5.0(3)
2 hires on HomeGuide
Serves Berkeley, CA
Steve S. says, "I can’t more highly recommend Jennifer. She is very knowledgeable, thorough, artistic, accommodating, She is very easy to work with as a designer and worked well with the contractors. Her efforts facilliated every step of my master bath room renovation. Very happy with the almost complete product. " Read more
MODE Design

MODE Design

New on HomeGuide
Serves Berkeley, CA
22 years of real estate, renovation and interior design experience. www.modestaging.com
E & T Janitorial Services

E & T Janitorial Services

5.0(1)
1 hire on HomeGuide
Serves Berkeley, CA
John P. says, "So grateful about the job the did!" Read more
Before & After Interior Design

Before & After Interior Design

New on HomeGuide
Serves Berkeley, CA
Providing full service interior design and remodelling help in the Bay area and beyond since 1989. Helping clients through all the design decisions and challenges for their homes and offices. Love the all the great people l have worked with and look forward to helping new clients this coming year! Meeting new people and helping design their homes ..with the emphasis on how they live and what they love.

Your Interior Design questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.

Interior designers charge $50 to $200 per hour on average, depending on the scope of work and the decorator's experience. Hiring an interior designer costs $5 to $17 per square foot for consultation, design work, management, and furnishings. A 1-hour in-home consultation costs $50 to $450.

Interior designers provide decorating aesthetics, layout and space planning, and structural design expertise to make interior spaces functional, safe, and attractive. Designers help select color palettes, furniture, lighting, paint, wallpaper, fabric, window treatments, and accessories. Designers also work with you, suppliers, architects, and contractors to coordinate the entire design, building, and installation process.

  • Interior decorators provide aesthetic assistance for pre-constructed homes and rooms. Decorators focus on style, color palettes, furniture, lighting, paint, wallpaper, fabric, window treatments, and accessories. Interior decorating doesn't address structural work, exterior elements, or how the space functions.

    Interior decorators are not required to be certified or have a degree, but may have taken courses.
  • Interior designers provide decorating aesthetics, space planning, and structural design expertise. Interior designers work with you, your architects, and your builders through the architectural design phase, the construction or renovation stages, and the complete interior decorating process.

    Interior designers are formally trained and may be required to have a degree or certifications to practice as designers. Designers are trained in drafting, lighting, computer-aided design (CAD), drawing, space planning, architecture, furniture design, and color and fabric.
  1. Interior designers ask the client to complete a detailed questionnaire before the initial consultation.
  2. After scoping the project, the designer sets the expectations, timeline, and explains estimated costs.
  3. Designers will begin working on the structural and aesthetic design, while considering building codes, safety and flow, space planning, and current design trends.
  4. Designers present at least two design concepts, layout plans, mood boards, furniture, colors, and work hands-on with the client to finalize the details and decor.
  5. Designers can assist throughout the architectural and construction process, or the initial planning or interior decorating only.
  6. After the furnishings are selected, the decorator organizes the purchasing, transportation, and installation.

The interior design process takes 2 to 3 weeks, including the initial consultation, two design concepts, layout planning, 3D modeling, researching (materials, finishes, and furniture), and hiring suppliers and contractors.

To find the local interior designers, do the following:

  • Start your search on websites like HomeGuide and Google.
  • Ask for recommendations from family, friends, neighbors, builders, and architects.
  • Read reviews and check out their previous work on HomeGuide and Google.
  • Peruse their portfolio and look-book from past projects.
  • Get at least three price estimates from different designers to compare.
  • Select companies that are licensed, bonded, and experienced.
  • Verify their insurance, worker’s compensation, and bond guarantees.
  • Look for designers who are part of the American Society of Interior Designs (ASID) or have passed the National Council for Interior Design Qualifications (NCIDQ) exam.
  • Ask about their warranties and guarantees.
  • Ask for a full itemized estimate or contract in writing.
  • Avoid making large payments upfront. Come up with a payment schedule for work completed.

After asking questions, hire the best interior design service near you.

When hiring a home designer, ask them the following questions:

  • How long have you been an interior designer?
  • What is your interior design style?
  • What design services are offered?
  • Can you provide testimonials and references from past customers and photos from previous projects?
  • How do you decide which projects are a good fit for your company?
  • Where do you get your design inspiration?
  • Do you work alone or with a team of designers?
  • How much client involvement is recommended?
  • Do you charge a flat rate, by the hour, use the cost-plus method, or a combination?
  • How much will my project cost?
  • How do you prioritize my budget throughout the project?
  • Are there any potential complications you foresee with my project?
  • What type of materials will you use?
  • Can you provide me a written estimate or contract?
  • What’s your payment schedule?
  • What do I need to provide to get started?

What to ask references:

  • Did you enjoy working with this designer? Would you work with them again?
  • What we're their strengths and weaknesses?
  • Did the designer adhere to your budget?
  • Did they communicate promptly and thoroughly? Did you feel heard and understood?
  • Did any issues arise? If so, how were they handled?
  • Did the design turn out as expected?

Reviews for Berkeley interior designers

Recent success stories from people in the Berkeley area.
Sharon S.
Very collaborative process, Jen listened to our needs and pushed our thinking. Very concerned about quality and value. Love our new yard!
Hibiscus Studio
Jenny P.
Sloan helped us with a major renovation project. Now my home is absolutely gorgeous. He is talented, amazing with colors and textures, professional, kind and sincere. He cared so much about the project and it showed. He was a complete joy to work with and I would recommend him 100%.
Sloan Interiors
Mary-Day W.
Jennifer is a joy to work with. She has a quick, informed, eye and a sense of both style and beauty. More than that, she is so sensitive to your taste, and picks up very quickly on things that you would love, and finds them; and she is so knowledgeable and practical, that she makes things happen quickly! I cannot recommend her highly enough.
Jennifer Milliken Design, LLC
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