In Detail Interiors

I searched for over a year for a company to help me with changes to my 1950’s bungalow. I met with many companies but not one gave any thought to the functionality of the remodel until I met Cheryl and her team at In Design. From the moment Cheryl and her team walked into my house I knew I was in the right hands. They listened to my needs, wants, and yes desires and delivered very detailed schematics representing three options. I approved a design and the real work began discussing the process and finally a detailed list of all the work including cost. The construction firm did several walk thrus with subcontractors to gage the work, cost and timing. We eventually began the fun work of picking out the pretty items like tile, cabinets, etc. During all this work Liz, Cheryl’s right hand, was in constant contact. If I had questions she was just a text away! I can’t recommend this team enough. They are thoughtful and very talented!

We worked Cheryl and Liz extensively on various projects over the past few years and we couldn't be happier with the results and our spaces. We could have never elevated our home and these areas without their design and professional management!! We look forward to working with them more in the future as well!!

In Detail Interiors is a fabulous company to work with. The staff is amazingly talented, know the market products and work with you as the client to best match your style and vision. They are very well known and respected in the community and amongst the Builders and subcontractors. We would definitely recommend them for your next home project.

Beyond excellent!! Where do I begin?? I presented these ladies with a huge TOTAL renovation of a 2200 sq. ft. condo in an old building on the beach. We had to endure broken elevators, storms, Covid, building issues...I could go on, yet they pressed on. The project ended up being the most beautiful home I will ever own! They are organized, thorough and the talent they possess is esquisite. They gave me exactly the look I was after. I went in regularly for meetings where the presented me with options for the various rooms and had boards with all of the various elements of each room so I could recall what else was going on in each room. It was VERY helpful because whether you are doing one room or an entire house, it's easy to forget the various colors, materials, etc. that you need in a room. The creativity they brought to the table was everything I had hoped for. They thought of EVERYTHING! And there was a LOT to think of in this major renovation. I adore the entire team and will forever be grateful for their attention to detail in my home. I would recommend them again and again and AGAIN!

My wife and I have just recently completed a beach condo renovation, with In Detail Interiors leading the charge. They did an amazing job! It all started with Cheryl Kees Clendenon (Owner) and Liz Lapan (Project Manager) stopping by to discuss the project and different design ideas. It was very comprehensive. In the end, we decided to renovate both bathrooms and Shower, Tongue and Groove ceilings throughout, Lvt flooring, pancake lighting, paint and wallpapers, and furniture. Throughout The next 2-4 weeks, The In Detail team created a bevy of designs for the space, based on all of the measurements they had taken. These designs were forwarded to us for approval..... Most things we liked, some we fine-tuned. We were very impressed at how Liz and the team took our opinions and weaved them into the design adjustments. Next, they took charge of bringing in the demolition/ renovation crew. And later, they managed MANY trips to the condo by the electricians, plumbers, and others that were working on the project. Needless to say, there is a lot of back and forth, to and fro, by everyone. Liz and the team managed this part very well. And when things weren't perfect (for instance, dimmers weren't added to the pan lights), Liz took control and within days, the issue was handled. While all this was going on, The In Detail Team was assembling ideas and photos of furniture. As well as colors, and textures for the space. We really enjoyed to back and forth communication in regards to this part of the project. They had a lot of very nice ideas, as well as photos of everything, matched up together. So we could get a plain view of how things would look together. This made the selection process very easy for us. As with most renovations, there were a few hiccups that team had to navigate. One was a mold issue, discovered at demolition. Small areas of mold were discovered behind one of the bathroom vanities, and below the old bathtub. Leaks that looked like they'd been there since install, about 15 years ago. Liz jumped on that issue. She called multiple mold removal companies to have them check the issue. Reports were written re how to handle it. Ultimately, we picked a company to manage the issue, and within a week or so of the reports, the problem was handled perfectly. Another issue Liz and the team had to navigate was in the bathtub area. We removed the tub, and replaced it with a shower only. There was an issue with the shower drain, replacing the tub drain.....the fittings didn't translate from one to the other. And the concrete and rebar of the condo building itself wouldn't allow for the proper fit. It took a couple of weeks of back and forth between Liz and the renovation crew, as well as ordering and replacing multiple drain systems. In the end, the issue was solved, and project completed. We can't say enough about the In Detail team, and the sub contractors they work with. A+ work, all the way around.

We found out about In Detail / Cheryl through recommendations by friends and acquaintances. Everyone we spoke to had the same opinion, ‘She’s good, like really, really good; she stays in a budget and can transform any size space into a beautiful result.’ In Detail has not disappointed since hiring them. Cheryl is a phenomenal interior design artist and is incredibly creative. But she is more than an interior designer. She can really problem solve within a space and budget, which the average person just simply wouldn’t think about and wouldn’t be warned about from an architect or builder, mainly because it’s not really in their realm. Not to mention, all of those decline can result in ‘change orders’ tut increase the cost of you don’t consider the totality of it all. Cheryl and Liz think of these issues ahead of time ajd will work to ensure whether a decision will increase the cost or allow for more money elsewhere. So, Cheryl doesn’t just come up with a layout, arrange furniture and pick out colors. I’ve seen her take a Plain Jane unimaginative home plan and transform it into a wholly creative and personal space that we know will accomplish all of our goals and style. This time we are building within a very small amount of space as we are building in downtown Pensacola. Cheryl is straightforward and doesn’t hold back in explaining pros and cons, which is greatly appreciated when making so many decisions. She thinks of things that a layperson definitely would overlook. Cheryle and Liz make a great ‘personal project manager’ and make it so much less stressful. I couldn’t imagine doing any project without the help of Cheryl and Liz. During the layout planning and schematics review stage Cheryl is able to come up with so many creative details and solutions to make the space unique to our style but functional for our needs. It seems she thinks of everything. Cheryl has impeccable taste and, most importantly, she is helping us stay focused on our budget and make good choices from start to finish. I can’t complete this review without mentioning Cheryl’s assistant Liz. She is a great asset to have and helps to pull the client, collaborators (architects, builders, etc) and Cheryl together; she’s a genius organizer! Both of them make the building process so much more understandable and less stressful and we really do not feel as lost as we did before finding them. Highly recommend using their services and following their great advice!!

From start to finish, In Detail took care of us and walked us through the biggest investment we have ever made! We spent the last 13 months fully renovating our 90 year old family home, and even in the midst of a global pandemic and destructive hurricane, Cheryl and Liz stayed on top of our project and managed our timeline and inventory beautifully! They offer every service imaginable - from sourcing wallpaper to drawer pulls, to flooring, to coordinating the shower glass installations and every other minute detail. A renovation of any scale or budget is very daunting and stressful for the homeowner, and I am so happy we made the choice to work with In Detail and have them lead us on this journey. And one of my biggest takeaways is not to be scared by color and texture! I am definitely not a designer and would have ended up with a very sterile looking house. Thank goodness Cheryl saw a vision peaking through during our conversations that became a home effortlessly displaying the vibrant life and personalities of the family that will enjoy it for the rest of our lives!

Cheryl and her talented team have given us so much insight on the best direction for our house plans. We are thrilled to partner with In Detail from the very infancy design stages all the way to the finished project for our home renovation.

I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Cheryl and Liz on my new kitchen design in addition to their great ideas and finishing touches which helped to liven up several other rooms in my house. They are so talented and very creative with attention to every detail! Especially their expert use of lots of color and pattern combinations. I just love my new kitchen with its many unexpected touches. A terrific Gallery sink and brass range hood are among my favorites. Cheryl and Liz were always very professional and patient as I was very indecisive at times, but I knew that we would come up with exactly the right finishing touches. Their shop, 1514 Home, is also lots of fun to visit if you are looking for new and unique ideas.

This is the 2nd kitchen Cheryl designed and installed for me. I wouldn't think of going to anyone else. Both kitchens were totally new floor plans and totally out of the box as far as design and materials. I absolutely love it and it is totally functional. We remodeled the entire 1st floor with new furnishings from walls to floors, lighting and drapery. Very, elegant and lots of rich color and materials. The furnishings she presented me I could never find on my own. Very unique.....The entire In Detail team was so kind and patient with me and their goal was always to make sure I loved the results. Liz managed the project, coordinated with all of the subs and kept me informed of status including the budget. So professional always going above and beyond. If you want Brilliance in design and a very unique look.... Then trust your project to Cheryl and the In Detail team.

In Detail handled every aspect of my job efficiently, professionally and beautifully. They understood the demands of a busy client and managed every aspect of the job with a level of detail that surpassed my own expectations. Further, the team was fully prepared at each meeting and outcomes were upfront and clear with no surprises. My style isn't for everyone, yet In Detail figure me out and delivered a finished product that I absolutely love to come home to.

It’s almost impossible to write this review because I’m afraid I won’t be able to encompass all my thoughts and feelings as it relates to Cheryl and Liz and the entire team at In Detail. I truly don’t even know how to begin except to say the new construction project of my first home would simply not exist without them. Let me clarify, it would have existed in a bland, unexciting and cookie cutter form…. riddled with mistakes!! From the minute we met with the architect… before a shovel was even put into the ground, Cheryl was there. From Day 1 she was involved in every single angle of this project and the amount of detail and care she has put in continues to blow my mind. This was not just some design job or someone helping me pick out furniture and such. Cheryl is much more than an ally against an army of (being funny here): contractors, electricians, plumbers, door people, roof people, pool people, HVAC people, lighting people, hardware people, painter people, tile people, appliance people, fireplace people and on and on and on. So many people! Cheryl literally morphs into what can only be described as your absolute best friend and Warrior Woman to get things done right. That Warrior Woman had my back every step of the way and endlessly went to battle on my behalf. I will never be able to thank her (and Liz) adequately. By God, there was nothing she didn’t have her finger on and there is simply not enough paper to detail the extent of her involvement. Our house is a large one (6,000 sq. ft) and we knew we wanted it to be special and unique. Without question, every space in our home has its own incredible and undeniable character. It’s almost like seeing a true work of art come together from dozens of magnificent colors and well calculated strokes of a paintbrush. She is an authentic artist in every sense of the word, and I am now living in a masterpiece! Somehow, the team of Cheryl and Liz can find their way inside your mind and understand your personal style, your desires and needs and then follow through… with undeniable results. They truly go SO FAR BEYOND what any reasonable human being could ever expect. Our entire house changed for the better with her input on the layout itself, architectural adjustments and a million other improvements…. not the least of which include ridiculously beautiful furnishings, exotic and unique wallpapers, spectacular and sumptuous window treatments, thoughtful and delightful art pieces… and again, on and on and on and on. It is an understatement to say that the extent of her involvement is invaluable…her efforts are Herculean. As a first-time home builder, I knew nothing about the complexities of the process and the level of stress it would involve. Looking back, I simply cannot fathom doing any of this project without her…I would have absolutely been lost at sea forever. What I have learned is that design is a true art and science in understanding peoples’ behavior to create functional spaces that really do have meaning. Interior designers may decorate, but decorators do NOT design!! Cheryl is a sassy, wildly creative, mad bulldog genius of a human being and I tear up a bit when I think about all she has done for us. Whoever reads this needs to know the following without a shadow of a doubt: Hiring Cheryl and her team would be the smartest and absolute best decision/investment you could ever make into a home building or home renovation process. I hardly ever write reviews…and again, I thought for a very long time about how to convey the admiration, appreciation and respect I have for these women. They have truly made a dream come true. Period. End of Story. Bravo in Detail!!! We love you forever!!