--- title: "Willetts Design & Associates — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/willetts-design-and-associates-pfvwus-pf~1166027917 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1166027917.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Willetts Design & Associates" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/b6b34f640f7251c5_4970-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "By Appointment Only, Palm Springs, California, United States" latitude: 33.8018 longitude: -116.517 phone: "(760) 777-9044" website: https://goo.gl/iV6Zo5 rating: 5 review_count: 10 followers: 201 last_updated: 2026-09-10 --- # Willetts Design & Associates Original Houzz profile: [Willetts Design & Associates](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/willetts-design-and-associates-pfvwus-pf~1166027917) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Palm Springs, CA - **Serves:** Los Angeles, Bel Air, Indio, Palm Desert, Palm Springs, La Quinta, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Rancho Mirage, Indian Wells, Chicago, Seattle - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (10 reviews) ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves Known for her ability to transform concepts and site-specific challenges into beautifully functional and inviting interiors, Dorothy Willetts is sought out for her talent and diligent attention to detail. As a life-long learner and traveler her work spans a variety of aesthetics. By blending the beautiful with the practical, she combines fine design with craftsmanship creating authentic, immersive and harmonious spaces that extract the essence of her clients’ desires into a unique and highly personalized space. Originally from Philadelphia, Dorothy combines an East Coast upbringing with her education and life experience in Chicago, infused with a California sensibility. Dorothy’s credentials include a BA in Fine Art and a BFA in Interior Architecture from the prestigious The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, after which she worked with some of Chicago’s finest, including AD Top 100 designer, Bruce Gregga. A well-regarded industry expert and active member of the LA Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers, her design aesthetic is highlighted in her projects throughout the Coachella Valley, and other destinations including Chicago, Aspen, Seattle, and beyond. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Furniture Selection - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Floor Plans - Custom Furniture - Home Theater Design ### Areas Served - Los Angeles - Bel Air - Indio - Palm Desert - Palm Springs - La Quinta - West Hollywood - Beverly Hills - Rancho Mirage - Indian Wells - Chicago - Seattle ### Typical Job Cost $10,000 - 500,000 These figures represent a large range because the total project costs can cover everything from a powder room remodel to a complete home specification and furnishings. Our fees are either hourly or flat fee based on the scope of the project. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Willetts Design & Associates | | Address | By Appointment Only, Palm Springs, California, United States | | Phone | (760) 777-9044 | | Website | https://goo.gl/iV6Zo5 | | Followers on Houzz | 201 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/willettsdesign - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/in/dorothywilletts - Blog — https://willettsdesign.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Willetts Design & Associates](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/willetts-design-and-associates-pfvwus-pf~1166027917) - **Website:** https://goo.gl/iV6Zo5 - **Phone:** (760) 777-9044 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - NCIDQ Certified Interior Designer and Regional Winner of Luxe Interiors + Design's 2019 RED Awards for Contemporary Interior Design, Southern California **Affiliations** - [ASID Los Angeles](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/asid-los-angeles-pfvwus-pf~723021874) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 10 reviews** ### All 10 reviews **★★★★★ — Berbere World Imports, Oct. 2017** > Dorothy is a rare talent as a designer. One of a handful that aren't scared to take challenges in design. To see a regular product and it's potential beyond, isn't easy. Recently we sold some pots that were tribal and it was Dorothy who had the vision to transform them into a contemporary vibe. It was her intelligence and determination throughout this complicated custom process that led to a incredible end result! **★★★★★ — Design Mix Furniture, Oct. 2017** > It was a pleasure working with Willetts Design Associates when they sourced our earth ware pottery, accessories and artwork for the Zanzibar project. Dorothy and her staff were always very professional, courteous, thorough and responsive. Clearly Willett’s Design knows how to manage a complex design project. Dorothy is a master at sourcing unique product to create stunning interiors that embody her client’s lifestyle and vision. We would be honored to work with Dorothy and her team on any future projects. > > Design MIX Furniture **★★★★★ — J. Willott, Oct. 2017** > We work with Dorothy frequently. Her professionalism and taste are unmatched. She is a standout in her area of expertise! **Comment from Willetts Design & Associates:** > Josh, you are both so knowledgable and have such beautiful and interesting artwork in your gallery, it's a pleasure to work with J. Willott. **★★★★★ — Accessory Preview Inc., Aug. 2017** > I'm very grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Willetts Design & Associates. Dorothy Willetts, a consummate professional, is a joy to work with. She is decisive, respectful and accessible. She makes her needs, wants and intentions very clear thus avoiding any misunderstandings down the line. Everyone I have dealt with at her firm seem to follow her lead making the whole process pleasurable. Dorothy is on my list of designers whose clients should consider themselves very lucky. **Comment from Willetts Design & Associates:** > Wow! Thank you Jim for such a heartfelt review. I am so lucky to have vendors like you that make my job easier and in turn, help me make my clients happy! **★★★★★ — Ron Safran, Aug. 2017** > Dorothy is simply the best > Dorothy's design sensibility coupled with operation efficiency make her unique to handle these large scale premium projects and she's a pleasure to work with . > > This installation was one of our proudest to have been included in and we look forward to many more with Dorothy and her team . **Comment from Willetts Design & Associates:** > Thanks Ron! > Gloster is a great source for outdoor furniture. You made the entire process on such a huge project run as seamlessly as possible. **★★★★★ — A Plus Cabinetry A Plus Cabinetry, Aug. 2017** > Always a pleasure to work with Dorothy and the staff at Willetts Design and Associates. If your looking for a interior design team who will give you the personal attention you need and deserve, this is the TEAM to go with. From concept to finished project, Dorothy and her associates will listen to what you want and not push their own agenda. Their knowledge of the construction process and their ability to see the big picture makes them easy to work with from a contractors point of view. Their professional attitude and availability either by phone or email makes getting critical questions answered fast to keep the project going. **★★★★★ — Howard Lewis, Aug. 2017** > I have had a long standing relationship with Willetts Design & Associates. They did > an exceptional job in designing my home. The quality of their work has lasted for years. > I'm now in the process of updating my home. WDA had all of my prior records that enabled > them to coordinate new trends to existing items. Hiring a professional designer and having > your home designed are good times in a person's life. It should be fun / stress free. WDA > has provided a great business atmosphere to enjoy the process without any worries. **Comment from Willetts Design & Associates:** > Howard, > Thank you so much for your kind words! It means the world to me that you would come back to us to work with you again. It was great fun the first time and we will repeat that again this time! **★★★★★ — jgraham75, April 2013** > We worked with Willets Design and Associates on a complete exterior remodel of a home in La Quinta California. They were instrumental in the design process, material selection process as well as the overall supervision of the entire project. They were very professional and easy to deal with as well as available whenever we needed their services. I would highly recommend Willets Design and specifically Dorothy Willets in the future. > > John Graham > Owner > Desert Outdoors, Inc. > La Quinta, CA. **★★★★★ — cassandrasm, April 2013** > I really enjoyed working with Dorothy. We have worked together on several projects. She is organized and always prepared with the information I need. She is uniquely creative and I always enjoy collaborating with her. **★★★★★ — Egg & Dart Home, March 2013** > Dorothy and her professional team are extraordinary designers. We are thrilled to see such talent blossom and create beautiful interiors. ## Selected projects - [Zenyara](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/zenyara-pj-vj~3938732) - Location: Coachella, CA - Photos: 32 - Description: An island inspired luxury compound reveals its South Pacific, Caribbean, and Asian influences through both the exterior and interior design choices. The 37-acre project, a ground-up new build, includes not only 40,000 sq. ft. of living space, but a tennis pavilion, two outdoor bars, a petting zoo, a 12’ deep lake with canals, 1,100 producing date palms, and a 4-hole golf course. Situated around the lake so that each room has a full view of the water, the intersection between the interiors and th… - [Vintage Club Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vintage-club-retreat-pj-vj~1816486) - Location: Indian Wells, CA - Photos: 7 - Description: A front courtyard, defined by elements of fire and water, welcomes you to this extensive remodel in The Vintage Club. Comfort and elegance create an inviting retreat for the part-time residents. Every room, including the kitchen, living room, master bedroom and bath, has been reimagined throughout these transitional interiors. A custom wine room, theatre and piano room were created while an outdoor spa and relaxing seating area adjacent to the master suite were redone. Featured architectural ele… - [La Quinta Getaway](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/la-quinta-getaway-pj-vj~249175) - Location: La Quinta, CA - Photos: 7 - Description: Inspired by the client’s travels throughout Europe and living abroad in Spain, the home reflects the owner’s global aesthetic. A self-proclaimed lifelong learner, the client desired eclectic interiors that captured his personality. Significant to the redesign was flipping the layout of the kitchen island, and extending the Roman travertine flooring out to the pool deck, thus creating a large, open-air expanse that celebrates California’s indoor-outdoor way of life. Further, a private courtyard i… - [Indian Wells Enclave](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/indian-wells-enclave-pj-vj~1818406) - Location: Indian Wells, CA - Photos: 2 - Description: Creating a new look that complemented the existing decor — without construction modifications — was the catalyst for this redesign in The Vintage Club. Aficionados of Asian art and antiquities, the couple requested that the sitting area be designed around an original wall panel. Artful living revisited. - [British Columbia Haven](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/british-columbia-haven-pj-vj~69079) - Location: Penticton, BC - Photos: 12 - Description: Located on the side of a mountain overlooking the Okanagan Valley, the home overcomes specific site challenges to take full advantage of the sweeping panoramic views. The home’s transitional style has beautiful architectural elements and patios on each level. Earth tones and textures prevail in the kitchen, and the palette of blues and greens throughout the home offers a subtle reference to local pine covered hillsides and clear Canadian skies. An elevated destination. [See all 5 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/willetts-design-and-associates-pfvwus-pf~1166027917) ## Ideabooks - [Outdoor Living](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/12440239/list/outdoor-living) — 6 ideas [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/dorothy-willetts) ## Community Q&A **Q: iridescent or...** *(in Photo Questions)* Love this backsplash. Is it the iridescent? A: Thank you! Yes, the tile is iridescent, it helps to lighten up the kitchen. **Q: What flooring was used?** *(in Photo Questions)* Do you know the name of this flooring? A: Hi Kelly, The floor consists of 8" x 32" & 8" x 48" tiles. The info is: Woodland Gray Porcelain by Eleganza. Hope that helps! **Q: Kitchen** *(in Photo Questions)* What colour are the walls? What would be a similar Benjamin Moore colour? A: This was a custom stone we had installed. But to get this look, ask for a "split face" travertine. The split-face refers to the texture of stone. **Q: May I please have paint colors used & if any faux finish used to get t** *(in Photo Questions)* Need ceiling colors-paint & faux work added please A: Hello Carol, I apologize for the delay in response to your question. The ceiling has tongue and groove wood planks with a custom distressed grey-wash faux finish. The paint color is Dunn Edwards DE6184 Sailcloth and the wallcovering on the headboard wall is ivory grasscloth from York Wallcoverings. Please let us know if you have any other questions, thank you! **Q: window screens** *(in Photo Questions)* where do I find these? A: The top three windows have wrought iron screens in them and the other two windows have wood screens made in a Moroccan motif. They were all custom made specifically for the project. **Q: What is the name of the tile and is it slippery when it rains?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The tile used in this exterior courtyard is Ivoria Premium travertine tile in a Versailles pattern with a chiseled edge. The tile has a brushed finish so it will not become slippery when wet. Hope this helps and thank you for your question! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-10.*