Barnrumsdesign i East Lyme, CT.

“Anna is a good listener, makes you feel very comfortable and easy to talk about ideas if you are unsure of what you wantand, at the same time adds her good ideas! The choice of colors, style and texture made my home exactly how I wanted, but I did not know how to get there. She has an easy going team of contractors that also works hard and on time. Agnes W., Glastonbury”

“Marie of Rie & Co. was such a great help to us! She helped us make a range of color and design decisions as we updated our back deck and front entryway. She was super responsive, collaborative, and quick to share back ideas and photos to help us visualize our options.”

“Christie is knowledgeable, professional and a pleasure to work with. She helped me choose paint colors, fabrics, sofas, coffee tables, lamps and more for my mid-century modern home. I wanted to keep it simple, but warm and colorful. Christie struck just the right chord. She also introduced me to sources for furnishings that I would not have known about on my own and saved me from costly mistakes and do-overs. If you can find the right designer, your home will come together more easily. I feel so lucky to have found Christie.”

“Our experience with Caryn Paradis was excellent from start to finish. We had an unfinished basement that we wanted to finish and didn't know where to begin. Caryn talked with us in detail about how we wanted to use our basement and then came up with plans that included all of our needs as well as ideas that we hadn't even considered but should have. She was able to design a space that incorporated areas for everyone in our family, including our young son--even a stage that could be pulled apart for use as couches when he becomes a teenager! Because we live in separate states, Caryn was able to do much of the work remotely with minimal visits to our home to take measurements, etc. She had finish samples sent directly to us quickly and walked us through the decision making process. She designed specific requests, such as a fireplace for my husband and a guest room/office area. Caryn paid attention not only to the aesthetics of the job, but also the practicalities, such as outlet placement and HVAC. She also included amenities such as a well-placed dorm fridge which will come in handy when our son is old enough to use the space as a hang-out with friends. All in all, the job was smooth, well-designed and surprisingly painless. Caryn listened to our needs and then exceeded them. We would recommend her without reservation.”

“We worked with Hartley & Hill Design to completely renovate and redesign our kitchen last summer. They were fantastic and we cannot say enough about how wonderful they were. We met with them and described the concepts that we wanted (functional and classic, keeping in mind that we like to entertain, but we have small children and a busy family life). They put together the design and sat down with us to explain their ideas very thoroughly and also run through the budget. They came up with a fantastic design that we never would have thought possible, incorporating very creative ideas, while still keeping in mind our budget as well as our personal preferences. It was a very collaborative process, with us being as involved as we wanted to be, but not feeling like we had to manage a project; they expertly managed the project for us! All of the subcontractors they hired were first class. The renovation was very well organized, there was consistent open communication, any hiccups along the way (as will happen in any project this size) were managed smoothly and effectively. Needless to say, we are thrilled with the end result. We can't wait to use them again soon to redesign our dining room/living room area. We would highly recommend them!”

“This is a great designer. She has wonderful ideas, color concepts and fantastic subcontractors. She is timely, conscientious and fantastic to work with. I would recommend her for projects large and small, commercial or residential.”

“We were referred to Jennifer Michael Design by our builder, knowing she came highly recommended. In the throes of construction, my husband and I could not have had more different tastes or hopes for our new home. Hands down, working with Jennifer was the one of the best decisions we ever made. She was able to listen attentively to both of us and translate the ideas into gorgeous and thoughtful designs. Her assistance with visual imagery, sourcing of options, and guidance throughout the design process was more than we could have hoped for. The result of her help is a home that we are proud to call ours. She combined the aesthetic that we were looking for with the function that a family needs for everyday life, working closely not only with us, but with our builder to insure even the smallest details were perfect. She has been and continues to be a patient and knowledgeable resource for any and all questions that come up even now as we settle into our home. We have happily referred Jennifer to friends considering home renovations, and would recommend her talents and expertise to anyone looking to beautify their home.”

“Working with Jessica was an amazing experience. She has incredible taste level and was able to incorporate her vision and my sense of style together. I never felt pushed into anything. The results are gorgeous! Everyone who walks into my home says 'wow this place is so pretty!'”

“I have worked with Leslie on several projects. She is excellent at space planning and creates CAD drawings/renderings that are incredibly helpful to me and my need for precision. Leslie has a great sense of space and how it can be used successfully. She is always positive and works really well with others.”

“I have worked with Susan Germini-Humble over the past Twenty + years on three homes in Connecticut. The homes varied in style and age; beach home, antique saltbox and Farmhouse. Susan's projects ran the gamut in each dwelling and her professionalism and unique talent for detail was exceptional on every level. Susan's ability to select the perfect paint colors, fabrics textures, slipcovering, layout of furniture was outstanding. One of her many strengths is the knack to intuitively know what the client is looking to change or redesign and within minutes she has a creative plan for the project. Susan not only brings her knowledge and experience but a warm and friendly demeanor. No client's questions go unanswered and there is always the comfort factor that her talents will exceed your expectations. Deadlines, budgets and her extraordinary ability to work with other professionals are commendable. Susan's dedication and energy is outstanding. I would highly recommend Susan without reservation for all of your design/decorative needs.”