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address: "1 E Mill Road, Long Valley, New Jersey 07853, United States"
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# Dan Ruhland Designs LLC

Original Houzz profile: [Dan Ruhland Designs LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/dan-ruhland-designs-llc-pfvwus-pf~1040960980)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators
- **Location:** Long Valley, NJ
- **Serves:** Somerset, Raritan, Hackettstown, Budd Lake, Flanders, Chester, Lebanon, Mendham, Landing, High Bridge, Long Valley, Gladstone, Peapack, Bedminster, Califon, Far Hills, Borough of Far Hills, Pottersville, Oldwick, greater NYC area, Schooleys Mountain
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (17 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2020–2022), for Design, Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- 5 Star Houzzer
- Houzz Influencer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 10,000 Ideabook Saves
- Published nationally
- High-end
- Offers Custom Work

Dan specializes in unique transformations, creatively updating a 100 year old farmhouse and a 21st century Manhattan loft with the same eye toward solid design and functional grace.

Having graduated from the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee with a degree in architectural studies, he utilizes his backgrounds in architecture, engineering, and interior design to seamlessly weave the traditional and contemporary. Substance and style meld to create sophisticated, stylish and warm spaces where no detail overshadows another.

Dan's meticulous designs do not stop at the front door. As a skilled exterior designer, he renovates the entire property focusing on landscape, hardscape, outbuildings and follies.  Balancing the natural and the man-made and framing views from the inside and out, Dan creates spaces that maximize the beauty of the environment.

Having worked for several well-established Manhattan designers, he launched Dan Ruhland Designs in 2007. His ability to actively listen to a client's dream translates their vision into a reality, surpassing their expectations.

### Services Provided

- Interior Design
- Kitchen Design
- Bathroom Design
- Living Room Design
- Bedroom Design
- Color Consulting
- Space Planning
- Furniture Selection
- Kids Bedroom Design
- Dining Room Design
- Custom Cabinets
- Custom Kitchen Cabinets
- Custom Built-ins
- Floor Plans
- Entry Design
- Custom Bathroom Vanities
- Custom Furniture
- Playroom Design
- Laundry Room Design
- Mudroom Design
- Nursery Design
- Custom Blinds & Shades
- House Plans
- Custom Home Bars
- Art Selection
- Closet Design
- Guesthouse Design & Construction
- Outdoor Kitchen Design
- Basement Design
- Custom Bookcases
- Custom Entertainment Centers
- Custom Fireplace Mantels
- Home Theater Design
- Custom Pantries
- Historic Building Conservation
- Custom Murphy Beds
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Basement Remodeling
- Home Additions
- Home Remodeling
- Barn Design & Construction
- Building Design
- Custom Homes
- Home Gym Design & Construction
- Home Office Design
- Home Restoration
- New Home Construction
- Pool House Design & Construction
- Staircase Design

### Areas Served

- Somerset
- Raritan
- Hackettstown
- Budd Lake
- Flanders
- Chester
- Lebanon
- Mendham
- Landing
- High Bridge
- Long Valley
- Gladstone
- Peapack
- Bedminster
- Califon
- Far Hills
- Borough of Far Hills
- Pottersville
- Oldwick
- greater NYC area
- Schooleys Mountain

### Typical Job Cost

$10,000 - 5 million

Initial meeting is complimentary.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Dan Ruhland Designs LLC |
| Address | 1 E Mill Road, Long Valley, New Jersey 07853, United States |
| Phone | (347) 683-9837 |
| Website | http://www.danruhlanddesigns.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 181 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/DanRuhlandDesignsLLC
- X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/danruhland
- Blog — http://www.danruhlanddesigns.com/news/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Dan Ruhland Designs LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/dan-ruhland-designs-llc-pfvwus-pf~1040960980)
- **Website:** http://www.danruhlanddesigns.com
- **Phone:** (347) 683-9837

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2020–2022), for Design, Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 17 reviews**

### Reviews

**★★★★★ — Lance Miller, Jan. 2020**

> Dan completely re-designed our family room around a new gas fireplace, with amazing results:  built-in cabinets and bookcases, faux fireplace mantle/chimney, paint color scheme, window treatments and furniture.  The new room is a comfortable central gathering point, and the design is simultaneously modern and perfectly in sync with our historic home.
>
> I should also note that Dan's subcontractors were skilled, patient, and professional.  He only works with the best and takes great pride in his results.  Expect an inspiring, personalized design with great attention to style and detail.

**★★★★★ — Farrington Yates, Nov. 2019**

> Dan helped refresh the kitchen in my midcentury modern house.  He assessed quickly what I had in mind as the finished product.  He presented excellent suggestions on materials, plaster, wall tile, marble countertops and appliances.  He's got a great eye for color and pattern.  We agreed a timetable and budget and he kept to both.  Dan identified the right contractors for the work, coordinated scheduling and kept me updated with their progress daily.  Overall, a well-executed job on time and on budget with show-stopping results.  I am extremely pleased with his work and would recommend him without reservation.

**★★★★★ — Bischoff Cabinetmaking LLC, Nov. 2019**

> We are a custom cabinet shop who work with many high end designers and architects. Dan is without a doubt one of the most professional, talented, and capable designers we have ever worked with. More importantly he's a great guy who cares about all the people he works with whether it be the clients or the trade professionals. As craftsmen, we look forward to his jobs  because they're  interesting, unique, and challenging and the clients are always thrilled with the results. He's a designer with an architect's approach and provides us with accurate and high quality  CAD drawings and he's always available to meet in the shop or on job sites. He loves what he does and so do we!

**★★★★★ — Birdie Miller Designs, Nov. 2019**

> From one profesional to another, Dan is a pleasure to work with.  He articulates the project well and can see the results as we talk about the project.  If he has to design on the fly, because of site conditions he is very creative.  In other words a very good designer.  We worked on a mid -century kitchen restoration.  A very unique project that had to look like it hadn't been touched by time, but was brought into this century.  Dan is a very easy guy to work with. Ilook forward to our next project together.  Cabinetmaker Birdie Miller

**★★★★★ — User, Nov. 2019**

> As the owner of a small, artistic lighting company, I have had the opportunity to work with many designers. It is so great when you work with one that not only gets their client and their needs, but also gets your product. Dan is that designer! When he came to us, he had a clear understanding of what his client was looking for and also trusted us and the artistic process. Emails and phone calls were returned immediately and decisions were made quickly. The process flowed smoothly and at the end, all of us were happy with the result! I would highly recommend him and look forward to working with him again!

**★★★★★ — Art Palombo, AIA, NCARB, Nov. 2019**

> I have known Dan for 10 years, and we've been fortunate to have worked together on a number of projects as a team.  In that time, he has ALWAYS been a considerate, talented and valued collaborator.  I will always recommend his firm for their vision, patience and professionalism.

**★★★★★ — HU-70477233, Nov. 2019**

> I can not even begin to describe how positive our experience with Dan Ruhland design. His gift for design is timeless and impeccable but his true gift is in the way he was able to translate what each of us wanted for our family home and push us to create an inspiring home that had literally changed our daily lives and our family dynamic. I can not begin to thank Dan and his crew of gifted craftsman/woman. We are a blended family and Dan worked so hard to accommodate all of our needs and wants into a beautiful and functional design that helped us meld as a family.

**★★★★★ — Jarrett Haedrich, Aug. 2019**

> Dan is fluent in exquisite design and style, we could not be happier with his input and organization  during our 18 month design project! Inspirational, visionary and sensible, Dan understood our needs and styles in our modern farmhouse inspired home. Rustic, industrial  and modern styles blend to create a revised modern farmhouse that we love living in!!

**★★★★★ — Lisa, June 2017**

> Dan has designed a plethora of incredible homes and renos for my company. He is an incredible visionary and amazing person to work with. He's incredibly flexible, professional, and easy to work with.

**★★★★★ — ldebe2002, June 2017**

> Dan designed my new kitchen. He tried several different designs. Helped me make choices that worked with our vision. Went to stores with me and listened to my concerns.

**★★★★★ — JM Lifestyles, May 2016**

> Dan is easy to work with and does exceptional work!  All the projects we have been on with him have been interesting and different and fit the clients very well.  He is helpful and through and a pleasure to work with.  Looking forward to working together again soon!

**★★★★★ — Melissa Markovich, May 2016**

> Dan is not only extraordinarily talented (as you can see from the images of the work he has accomplished) but he is also a great guy to work with! He has been a client of mine for about 10 years now. I supply him with a lot of the plumbing fixtures you see in these gorgeous homes and he is a pleasure! First of all he is VERY organized (which is ESSENTIAL in this industry) but he is also creative, efficient, able to problem solve, patient AND he is able to execute all of his clients requests within a realistic timeline! If you are looking for THE BEST in the industry (literally PERFECTION) he is your guy.

## Selected projects

- [New Jersey Modern Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-jersey-modern-farmhouse-pj-vj~1418776)
  - Location: Califon, NJ
  - Photos: 17
  - Description: New construction home: selected all visible finishes and fixtures for this home. Then furnished, window treatments, etc.
- [Columbus Circle 3 Bedroom Condo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/columbus-circle-3-bedroom-condo-pj-vj~434312)
  - Location: New York City, NY
  - Photos: 17
- [Pennbrook Pub - Far Hills Basement](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pennbrook-pub-far-hills-basement-pj-vj~2601137)
  - Location: Far Hills, NJ
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: Fully Remodeled Basement: Full Bar, Bathroom, Wine Cellar, Lounge, and Cigar Room. Professional photos coming soon! Walk into the Pennbrook Pub through our virtual 3-D walkthrough: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=FnCYKRF8v3S
- [Tewksbury Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tewksbury-farmhouse-pj-vj~445598)
  - Location: Califon, NJ
  - Photos: 17
- [Financial District Apartment](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/financial-district-apartment-pj-vj~445609)
  - Location: New York City, NY
  - Photos: 8
- [Tewksbury Mountain House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tewksbury-mountain-house-pj-vj~1659233)
  - Location: Califon, NJ
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: New Construction in Tewksbury, NJ. This was an amazingly beautiful site, but it took much skill and persistence to work through the labyrinth of zoning and state regulations. I then worked with the client from start to finish to weave their desires into a beautifully proportioned home perched on top of a mountain. The house is full of light and takes spectacular advantage of the views from every room. The interior design, by Dan Ruhland, brings a fresh modernity to the traditional style and deta…
- [Annandale Bowman House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/annandale-bowman-house-pj-vj~5945455)
  - Location: Annandale, NJ
  - Photos: 17
  - Description: Complete renovaton of 1871 home for rental property. Kept as many details as possible, added victorian exterior railngs & peak detail. Added modern touches.
- [Annandale Post Office Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/annandale-post-office-renovation-pj-vj~5945442)
  - Location: Annandale, NJ
  - Photos: 6
- [Mid-Century Kitchen Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mid-century-kitchen-renovation-pj-vj~5945435)
  - Location: Stockton, NJ
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: Renovate existing original 1962 kitchen - add modern appliances, stunning marble countertops, and beautiful new backsplash. Cabinets carefully re-finished and re-configured to accomodate new layout / appliances. New lighting installed / existing plaster repaired as needed.
- [Pennbrook - Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pennbrook-master-bath-pj-vj~5937391)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Hillsborough New Jersey](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hillsborough-new-jersey-pj-vj~5870189)
  - Location: Clinton, NJ
  - Photos: 4
- [Lake Hopatcong, NJ Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-hopatcong-nj-residence-pj-vj~5427534)
  - Location: Roxbury Township, NJ
  - Photos: 18
- [Pool Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pool-renovation-pj-vj~5427353)
  - Location: Califon, NJ
  - Photos: 10

[See all 13 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/dan-ruhland-designs-llc-pfvwus-pf~1040960980)

## Ideabooks

- [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/145726841/list/wish-list) — 5 ideas
- [modern farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/95649387/list/modern-farmhouse) — 7 ideas
- [Pantry](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65259467/list/pantry) — 4 ideas
- [Finishes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65227115/list/finishes) — 1 idea
- [Hidden TV](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65173409/list/hidden-tv) — 1 idea
- [basement fp](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65107243/list/basement-fp) — 11 ideas
- [tall kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/58372345/list/tall-kitchen) — 3 ideas
- [bedroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24459595/list/bedroom) — 4 ideas
- [addesso master bed](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/59549005/list/addesso-master-bed) — 13 ideas
- [bar](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/22933855/list/bar) — 3 ideas
- [Porch](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/51763781/list/porch) — 1 idea
- [master bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27296145/list/master-bathroom) — 3 ideas
- [foyer](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24460200/list/foyer) — 2 ideas
- [Master Bedroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24225629/list/master-bedroom) — 1 idea
- [Mudroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24225586/list/mudroom) — 1 idea
- [Laundry Room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24225315/list/laundry-room) — 1 idea
- [Pat & Todd Bedroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24175530/list/pat-todd-bedroom) — 1 idea
- [KITCHEN FLOOR](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/22962202/list/kitchen-floor) — 1 idea
- [Showers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/22655530/list/showers) — 1 idea
- [Bathroom niches](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/22655417/list/bathroom-niches) — 1 idea

[See all 21 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/danruhland)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Color of the brown paint color** *(in Photo Questions)*

Hello - I'm drawn to the warm chocolate brown color interior paint color in this room/shoot. Can you tell us what brand/paint was used? thanks, KC

A: It's Benjamin Moore Kendal Charcoal HC-166

**Q: Love the chairs** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you share where they are from?

A: Palecek!
http://www.palecek.com/products/761383/F/02/02/RETRO-RATTAN-DINING-ARM-CHAIR

**Q: Ceiling Tiles - where did u get them?** *(in Photo Questions)*

I assume a dropped ceiling?

A: No!  It's wallpaper from NLXL.... It's very convincing in person too!
https://nlxl.com/collections/materials/products/tin-07-brown-brooklyn-tins-wallpaper-by-merci?\_pos=1&\_sid=b6fb8f1bd&\_ss=r

**Q: bench length and height** *(in Photo Questions)*

Hello Dan! Wow what a beautiful design! I love  the straight bench. How long is it? 
Also how high is the back on it or how tall is the bench from top to bottom. I love how the window height works perfectly with the bench and the bench isn’t cover up part of the window. I’d love to do a bench like this on our new house and want to make sure we don’t place the windows too low to be covered up by the bench but also not too high that there’s a chunk of wall between bench and window :) thanks so much in advance for your help :)

A: The table is by Piet Eik Hein.  It is reclaimed wood..... we sent our room desired colors, and they sorted thier stock to get close!  We purchased through Future Perfect in Manhattan, NYC.  I believe the chairs were from Palecek.

**Q: How deep is the built in? And, where are the cushions from? Thanks!** *(in Photo Questions)*

Thank you for your time! Gorgeous room!

A: The bench is 24" deep.  The cushion inserts were custom made by Lodi Down and Feather.  They have a spring / foam center with a down wrap.  A local seamstress made the covers.

**Q: Tile flooring?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Is that tile?  Where did you get it? Thanks.

A: Yes, it's tile!  It's a cement tile from Archipelago Tile by Dyer Studio Inc.

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