Interior Designers & House Decorators Near Austin

“I moved into a new build home and wanted to create a space that would feel like a sanctuary and truly "me". I found Karen via Houzz and am thrilled with the outcome of our work together. She listened to my goals regarding how I wanted to feel in my space and used some great tools to uncover what that meant from a design perspective. She is very creative and several times I felt stretched to make decisions that truly made a statement in the design. The mural wallpaper, paint colors, light fixtures, wall hangings and furniture recommendations all elevated the space to more than I could ever have imagined on my own. Karen has a great team of painters, electricians, installers and other craftspeople who all did excellent work. She is also very communicative and uses great tools to help you see the design unfold and keep everything scheduled and progressing. I feel lucky to have met Karen and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a creative interior designer.”

“Working with Calming Spaces was one of the best decisions we made for our home. We first engaged them to update the first floor of our home and redesign our kitchen, and the overall experience was remarkable! Sharon, Lisa, Linda, and the work crew were a pleasure to work with from start to finish. They listened carefully to what was important to us, helped us see possibilities we hadn't considered, and guided us through the design process with creativity, patience, and professionalism. One of the many things that impressed us was how well Calming Spaces worked with our schedule. We were planning to be out of the country for six weeks during the renovation, and they took on the challenge of coordinating the project so that the work would be completed before we returned. Somehow, they made it happen. We stepped off the plane and into a transformed living space that exceeded our expectations; a beautifully redesigned kitchen and first floor that felt both completely new and perfectly suited to our home. The kitchen is not only beautiful and modern, but also thoughtfully designed for the way we live. Features like pull-out spice racks and an appliance garage make it incredibly functional, while the overall design reflects our values, feels warm and inviting, and is filled with natural light. More than two years later, visitors to our home still regularly offer unsolicited compliments on our kitchen. We were so impressed with their work and the experience of working with the team that we invited Calming Spaces back to remodel our master bedroom and master bathroom. Once again, they helped us envision new possibilities for the space and created a design that is both elegant and highly practical. The finished bathroom is beautiful, comfortable, and functions better than we imagined. What truly sets Calming Spaces apart is the people. Sharon, Lisa, Linda, and every member of the crew are knowledgeable, responsive, respectful, and genuinely enjoyable to work with. Renovations can be stressful, but they made the entire process collaborative, organized, and surprisingly enjoyable. They consistently demonstrated outstanding attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to making sure we were delighted with the final result. If you're looking for a design and remodeling team that combines exceptional creativity, workmanship, and outstanding customer service, we wholeheartedly recommend Calming Spaces. We trusted them with two major projects in our home, and we wouldn't hesitate to do so again.”

“I LOVE working with Ariel! i reached out to her for a major project, based on her website which shows her skills in a transitional aesthetic, After meeting Ariel, i knew she would be the best and easiest designer i had ever worked with. For our project, Ariel designed the furniture layout in a cool photo layout fashion, and was super amenable to the few modifications i had, and was able to incorporate my existing antique furniture and art work. She was also cost conscious -she freely offered less expensive options when they existed. She was communicative and responsive. Lastly, Ariel is a kind, respectful, trustworthy person. I give her my highest recommendations.”