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Stephanie Nickolson Design Inc.

Stephanie Nickolson Design Inc.

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Wilmette, IL

About

We are a full-service residential and commercial Interior Design firm. With over 40 years of experience in the field, we can project manage any size job whether it be a full house renovation or commercial space, our group of skilled tradesmen can oversee it all while working within a given budget and time frame.

Our sub-specialty is hospitality design, with a niche in Senior Living /memory care and sensory design for all ages. Beauty, function, and intention from a sensory standpoint. From spatial flow to materiality, lighting, and texture, every detail is carefully considered to create environments that feel calm, cohesive, and inviting.

We don’t just design beautiful spaces, we design how they feel.


Highlights

2 employees
40 years in business
Serves Wilmette, IL

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Credit Card, Cash, Check, Zelle

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    rob H.

    Stephanie Nickolson is a true visionary in the world of interior design. From the very start of our project, she brought an incredible level of inspiration, creativity, and innovative design ideas that transformed our master bathroom. Her ability to balance aesthetics with functionality is unmatched, and she has a keen eye for selecting colors and materials that elevated our room.
    One of Stephanie’s greatest strengths is her ability to work within a budget without compromising on quality or style. She listens carefully to her clients, ensuring that their vision is realized while offering expert guidance and fresh perspectives. Whether it was sourcing cost-effective alternatives or refining design choices, she made sure we stayed within budget.
    Beyond her talent, Stephanie is a joy to work with—professional, responsive, and genuinely passionate about her craft. She made the entire process easy and more enjoyable, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. If you’re looking for an interior designer who will bring innovation, expertise, and a client-focused approach to your project, I highly recommend Stephanie Nickolson!
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    April 20, 2026

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    kate A.

    Stephanie is absolutely wonderful to work with for many reasons! She is professional, responsive, brings ideas and concepts that are unique, and is a genuinely nice person. My husband and I love working with her since she has ideas that are outside our norm; thats the reason why we hired a designer! We worked with her on our bedroom furniture, adding built-ins to our bedroom, and re-designing our walk-in closet; all turned out beautiful and we couldnt be happier! We are now tackling the living room with her (and have whole list of other areas once that space is done!).
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    April 20, 2026

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    lori K.

    Stephanie is fun to work with. Shes upbeat, passionate about her work, and cares deeply about her projects, understanding what the client wants/likes (and doesnt want/like.) She is very creative, bringing us ideas and little touches that really make a difference. She was very receptive to our suggestions as well and would get excited about them.
    She is also good working within a budget. If she found us an item that was more than we wanted to spend, she didnt try to talk us into it but revised the search and kept going. If something wasnt up to her standards, she resolved the issue with options for us ASAP.
    Definitely recommend and would use Stephanie again!
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    April 20, 2026

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    julie K.

    Stephanie Nickolson is a gifted designer with an amazing eye. She worked with me on a kitchen update and was able to select the ideal colors and design. She listened to what I was hoping to achieve and then guided me to a solution that exceeds my every expectation. She is super responsive and not pushy in any way - I completely trust her and will be using her again in other parts of our house. She is the consummate professional and I highly recommend!
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    April 20, 2026

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    susan D.

    What a relief it was to find Stephanie very shortly after I moved to a new townhome. I was looking for someone who was willing to take on a relatively small project that would help me feel at home in my new space. Stephanie helped me integrate some of my existing furniture with some beautiful new pieces to create a beautiful, functional living room. What was one large open space is now two curated areas-- one for watching TV and relaxing, the other a cozy area for reading and entertaining. Stephanie was able to quickly help me identify my style and selected options for rugs, lighting, and seating that I would not have been able to access if I was doing it alone. She came to my house, made me (and my partner) feel comfortable, listened to several rounds of feedback, and did it all with grace, patience, and on budget. I look forward to continuing to work with her, the kitchen is up next!
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    April 20, 2026

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    wendi S.

    We hired Stephanie to help us design our newly constructed sunroom. The design was a little challenging because the room is relatively small and has many windows. Stephanie did an excellent job of planning furniture layout to fit the space and to meet our functional needs. She helped us select materials (flooring, paint color, and color scheme) that worked perfectly. She was easy to work with, extremely responsive, and enthusiastic, which made the design process fun rather than stressful. We highly recommend her.
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    April 20, 2026

    Frequently asked questions

    The first meeting is complimentary to see if I, the designer and the potential client are a match. I walk through the space and ask what the client's goals and vision are, time frame for project completion and budget, if they have one. I ask about children, pets, allergies, how they entertain or are going to use the space. After our design agreement is approved, we set the next meeting and ask about priorities, take photos and measurements and may bring some ideas and samples to review and discuss. The next meeting typically includes a design board presentation with real samples to see and touch, a color scheme and more.

    I have a bachelor of sciences degree in Interior Design and continue to attend markets and seminars to constantly keep up with codes, trends, and exciting new products.


    Services offered

    Railing Installation Or Remodel
    3d Design & Modeling
    Architectural Services
    Kitchen Remodel
    Drywall Installation And Hanging
    Framing Carpentry
    Gazebo Installation
    Shower And Bathtub Installation
    Interior Design
    General Carpentry
    Finish Carpentry - Trim - Crown Molding
    Basement Finishing
    Cabinet Installation
    Construction Services
    Wallpaper Installation
    Closet Addition
    Patio Addition
    Custom Cabinet Making
    Home Modification For Disabled Persons
    Muralist
    Home Remodeling
    Bathroom Remodel