--- title: "Interior Enhancement Group — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/interior-enhancement-group-pfvwus-pf~1291938005 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1291938005.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Interior Enhancement Group" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/139369850cfbf5b5_1030-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "130 South NW Highway, Barrington, Illinois 60010, United States" latitude: 42.1614 longitude: -88.1383 phone: "(847) 705-9569" website: http://interiorenhancementgroup.com rating: 5 review_count: 39 best_of_houzz_awards: 12 followers: 288 last_updated: 2026-11-10 --- # Interior Enhancement Group Original Houzz profile: [Interior Enhancement Group](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/interior-enhancement-group-pfvwus-pf~1291938005) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Barrington, IL - **Serves:** Chicago, Arlington Heights, Vernon Hills, Libertyville, Barrington, Hawthorn Woods, Long Grove, Lincolnshire, Inverness, Lake Barrington, South Barrington, Barrington Hills, Kildeer, Deer Park, North Barrington, Bull Valley - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (39 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 12 awards (2013–2026), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 50,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner We bring design excellence and business acumen to your interior design projects which translates to great value for you. Listening to you to fully understand your needs and desires. Inspiring you with new considerations to meet and exceed your specifications. Creating a space that will bring you comfort and renewal for many years to come. Kelly Guinaugh, among Chicago’s most prominent suburban interior designers, leads one of the most successful and versatile full service interior design firms. Interior Enhancement Group (IEG), is one of only three interior design firms in the Chicago land area to be awarded the “Top Ten Design Award” for six consecutive years. IEG’s philosophy is shared by Kelly, “our belief is that we serve you best when we create beautiful designs that interpret your desires, styles and values. We start by listening to you, and then draw on our years of experience, to create living spaces that work for you. Transformations that reflect the achievements you have made in your life, a place to be renewed and enjoy with your family and friends. Our client shares, “A heartfelt thank you for everything you’ve done. My kitchen and home makeover is beautiful and exactly what I hoped for. Your firm is just so great at listening and putting it all together. I am already looking forward to working with you on my master bedroom and bath.” We invite you to take a moment to view our website and then ask you to call us, 847.705.9569, so we can discuss your design needs. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Living Room Design - Bedroom Design - Space Planning - Color Consulting - Furniture Selection - Kids Bedroom Design - Dining Room Design - Custom Cabinets - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Lighting Design - Custom Built-ins - Entry Design - Floor Plans - Playroom Design - Nursery Design - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Furniture - Project Management - Laundry Room Design - Mudroom Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - House Plans - Art Selection - Custom Home Bars - Closet Design - Basement Design - 3D Rendering - Custom Bookcases - Sunroom Design & Construction - Custom Rugs - Custom Entertainment Centers - Home Theater Design - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Downsizing - Drafting - Kitchen Remodeling - Home Office Design - Remodeling ### Areas Served - Chicago - Arlington Heights - Vernon Hills - Libertyville - Barrington - Hawthorn Woods - Long Grove - Lincolnshire - Inverness - Lake Barrington - South Barrington - Barrington Hills - Kildeer - Deer Park - North Barrington - Bull Valley ### Typical Job Cost $25,000 - 150,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Interior Enhancement Group | | Address | 130 South NW Highway, Barrington, Illinois 60010, United States | | Phone | (847) 705-9569 | | Website | http://interiorenhancementgroup.com | | Followers on Houzz | 288 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/interiorenhancementgroup - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=39577278&locale=en\_us&trk=tyah - Blog — http://interiorenhancementgroup.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Interior Enhancement Group](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/interior-enhancement-group-pfvwus-pf~1291938005) - **Website:** http://interiorenhancementgroup.com - **Phone:** (847) 705-9569 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Awarded Top Ten Interior Designer 2006-2011;Awarded "Best In Design" 2011 by International Furnishings and Design Association - **Best of Houzz:** 12 awards (2013–2026), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [American Society of Interior Designers](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-interior-designers-pfvwus-pf~1510192642) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 39 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 5.0 - Communication: 5.0 - Value: 4.8 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Julie Szwiec, Jan. 2023** > Amazing! Kelly was a joy to work with - she listens to what you want and gathers wonderful choices. Her staff is kind, professional, and always on top of things. Interior Enhancement has made my house really feel like the home I had envisioned. **★★★★★ — jdobbs67, Dec. 2021** > Kelly and her staff are a well oiled machine. Skilled responsive friendly and professional. > Kelly invested to time to understand what we were like and it was reflected in her > Design. If you’re looking for cheap you’re in the wrong place. If your looking for quality look no further. > > We purchased a 5000 sq ft home that was built in the early 80s. The bones were great but it needed updating. We redid the master bath, master bedroom and the entire first floor. She incorporated furniture that we had with new pieces. Provided layout and purchased new > Furniture rugs etc we are very pleased with the final > Product. We would > Not hesitate to recommend Kelly and her team. **★★★★★ — Sean Sweeney, Nov. 2021** > Kelly and her team helped us with the overwhelming task of remodeling our kitchen and much of the first story of our home. She has a talent for design and presenting ideas that aligned with our tastes, yet pushed us a bit out of our narrow view, which was a good thing. She listens well, is decisive, and has a wealth of experience that gave us confidence in her recommendations. She went above and beyond and was often the point person in conveying direction to our contractor. In the end, we have a beautiful new space that we are really enjoying. **★★★★★ — Kate, Nov. 2021** > Working with Kelly, Elizabeth and team at Interior Enhancement Group has been a dream and I would not have the house I do without them. While the construction part of our renovation was already underway when I met Kelly, she was a tremendous resource whenever I had questions (and there were many!) or started to second guess myself. She was thoughtful with her yays and nays and I trusted her style that I wasn't making mistakes. We started room by room and Kelly was meticulous with measurements, presenting ideas and incorporating my own taste and style within her choices and presentations. Between wallpaper, furniture, rugs and a few accessories, I knew they would not let me make a mistake even though making a decision takes me forever. Her team was patient and they were able to pull it all together so that our house is now a home with a finished look. They were able to blend my "old" with their "new" and make it look as if it were meant to be. Can't thank them enough and so thrilled we finished just in time to enjoy over the holidays. Thank you! **★★★★★ — J Bruch, Oct. 2021** > We've worked with Kelly for years decorating our Illinois home. In 2020, we purchased a second home in Paradise Valley. Kelly and Elizabeth undertook the design and purchase of all furnishings and decoration for the interior and exterior of the home in record time, even with supply chain shortages due to the pandemic. For each room, they presented two different visions for us to choose from, eliminating hundreds of hours of research and shopping that we would have had to complete. The house now has a unifying theme with complimentary colors and a unique design so that each room is warm and inviting. Our guests rave about Kelly and Elizabeth's selections and how welcoming our home looks. We highly recommend IEG! **★★★★★ — Brenda O, Dec. 2020** > Kelly has an eye for creating beauty. She can transform a space, even an ordinary space, into a place that reflects style and warmth. Kelly was able to capture my vision and then took it to the next level. I couldn’t be happier with the results! **★★★★★ — Jo Loughridge, Dec. 2020** > We did a kitchen, family room and master bath remodel and knew we would need help with new furnishings and paint colors. Kelly took the time to get to know us, understand our style preferences and patiently answered our questions and concerns. ,We appreciated her approach in helping us incorporate some of our existing items that we love. We couldn't be happier with how the kitchen and family room flow and compliment each other and, the new furniture is so comfortable! She also helped us re-imagine the master bedroom to a beautiful, soothing space. **★★★★★ — mariala78, Nov. 2020** > We recently moved into our family dream home - a lake getaway built for 3 generations that was 2 years in the making. We are so thankful to have found Kelly - her combination of style/taste, technical expertise, and lovely personality made it feel like we won the designer lottery! > > Kelly and her team made the process truly enjoyable - she helped us zero in on our design style from the beginning and then was comfortable working however we wanted. We chose to be more hands-on, but you could easily turn her loose and let her do everything. IEG's motto about "your home, your style" is spot-on - we are thrilled with how everything turned out and how it instantly felt like home. > Kelly was on top of every detail throughout the process and was flexible to conduct meetings near us in Chicago and be on site in Wisconsin as needed. Kelly and everyone at IEG has the highest degree of expertise - not just impeccable taste, but an in-depth knowledge of space, proportion, materials, finishes - and a network of suppliers and the ability to work with architects and builders to nail down every last detail. Our builder and architect repeatedly told us how impressed they were with her. The digital visualizations Ashley did were invaluable when we were trying to design all our millwork. Details like ordering, receiving, tracking selections, and billing were all effortlessly organized. It was truly a pleasure from start to finish and the results have exceeded our expectations! **★★★★★ — Karen Fritze, Nov. 2020** > When I first embarked on the process I was worried that the designer wouldn't be able to scale down the design for a much smaller property than what I assume she was used to working on (1,500 foot town-home). I had inherited some beautiful modern pieces and artwork from my folks, and wanted to incorporate those into the design. Elizabeth listened carefully to my likes and quickly picked up on my tastes. She definitely did her research. I was able to keep pieces that were important to me, like an antique bronze mirror, and Elizabeth added a granite accent wall behind it which really set off the room. The modern lamp in the living room is a show stopper, as is the glass and wood media center. I love how the custom throw pillows pick up the color in the new rug and in the accent tile. Before the new design I was home because the pandemic made me work from home. Now I'm home because I couldn't imagine a better, more comfortable place to be. **★★★★★ — Judy L, Dec. 2019** > We have used IEG before and now it was time for a major renovation of our home. Kelly and her team, once again, exceeded our expectations from start to finish. A bit complicated of a project and yet Kelly led it in a way that sure didn't make it feel complicated to us. We strongly recommend Kelly and IEG. Trust us, we cannot say enough positive things!! **★★★★★ — Lori Pierce, Nov. 2019** > "We wanted to let you know our South Barrington home sold. We feel it is due to all of your help. Everyone who came into our home, realtors, prospective buyers, inspectors and everyone else commented on how beautiful our home was. We told everyone we did nothing, it was ALL our decorator Kelly. The family that bought our home also bought all our furniture. The furniture you spent so much time on, making sure it was perfect. We did take a few things to our condo downtown and it will be fun to think of you when we look at them. South Barrington's market is terrible for sellers. We were so fortunate to have you, Mirek & his team to get our house picture perfect. We look forward to having you help us with future projects." **★★★★★ — Ashley O, Nov. 2019** > Kelly & her team are FANTASTIC! They made the process so easy from start to finish. The IEG team understood our vision and made it a reality. We would hire Interior Enhancement Group for the next project! They are THE BEST! ## Selected projects - [Living in Paradise (AZ)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/living-in-paradise-az-pj-vj~6739037) - Location: Paradise Valley, AZ - Photos: 14 - Description: Isn’t this grand? Our long-time clients from Glenview, IL, purchased a second home in Paradise Valley in the Grand Canyon State of Arizona. They commissioned us to create a turn-key interior design from furnishings to lighting and more. We are thrilled to share our latest photos showing the complete transformation we accomplished, from the existing heavy, Tuscan aesthetic to a soft traditional look that is bright and inviting. Working with a talented local builder, R. J. Gurley Construction, we… - [Loving Desert Life](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/loving-desert-life-pj-vj~6681807) - Location: Paradise Valley, AZ - Photos: 8 - Description: This vacation home in the Arizona desert is the fourth project we have collaborated on with these wonderful clients. It is a gathering place that can accommodate multiple generations as their family of four grown children branches out. After purchasing an existing home, they commissioned us to create a style completely different than their primary home in the Chicago suburbs. We avoided the typical Southwestern look, but drew on the colors and softness of the desert colors for our palette of pea… - [Lake Home Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-home-living-pj-vj~6680358) - Location: Delafield, WI - Photos: 17 - Description: Second homes out-of-state are one of our specialties! In fact, we have been enjoying our work in Wisconsin so much that I decided to establish a second studio at 304 Deerpath East, Suite E., Fontana, WI. (Same phone – 847-705-9569, and please continue to direct all mail to 130 S. Northwest Highway Barrington, IL 60010.) In this case, one of my Chicago-area clients elected to build a new home on a lake in lovely Delafield, Wis. She dreamed of building sand castles and making memories with her gro… - [Family Friendly](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/family-friendly-pj-vj~6392940) - Location: Itasca, IL - Photos: 7 - Description: After collaborating together nearly 20 years ago, this lovely couple contacted us to renovate their kitchen and great room. As empty nesters, their Itasca, IL residence is home base for family gatherings. To make entertaining easier, we improved traffic flow in the kitchen by replacing the L-shaped island and a small prep island with one large, rectangular unit. Now they have comfortable island seating for five and plenty of cooking and serving surface. We also opened up the view from the kitche… - [Country Club Residence Update, Boulder Ridge, IL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/country-club-residence-update-boulder-ridge-il-pj-vj~6334810) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - Description: After collaborating together nearly 20 years ago, this lovely couple contacted us to renovate their kitchen and great room. As empty nesters who love to entertain, their Itasca residence is home base for family gatherings. To make those get-togethers easier, we improved traffic flow in the kitchen by replacing the tall, L-shaped island and a small prep island with one large, rectangular unit. Now they have comfortable island seating for five and plenty of cooking and serving surface. In the proc… - [Luxurious, Contemporary Update - Inverness/Barrington Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/luxurious-contemporary-update-inverness-barrington-estate-pj-vj~6169704) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: These empty nesters and long-time clients reconnected with us when they were ready to renovate all of the main living areas in their suburban Chicago home. In the previous phase, we updated all of their adult children’s bedrooms and bathrooms, which you can see here: Detail Perfect in Estate Update. For this newest collaboration we transformed the living room, great room and lower level, as well as the master bedroom. Our clients appreciate a five-star experience, which they defined as bespoke,… - [Spectacular Secluded Property Near Chicago](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spectacular-secluded-property-near-chicago-pj-vj~6062854) - Location: Woodstock, IL - Photos: 27 - Description: IEG has completed multiple major projects on this spectacular, 230-acre property, which features an 18-hole golf course, two lakes, beaches and boat launches. In collaboration with our clients, we selected all furnishings for the newly constructed guest house and the barn residence, including the kitchens, bathrooms, multiple bedrooms and great rooms. In the silo, we designed a relaxing retreat several stories up where guests can enjoy bird’s-eye views of this bucolic setting. Through the glass… - [Complete Home Update and Expansion in Long Grove](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/complete-home-update-and-expansion-in-long-grove-pj-vj~6061728) - Location: Long Grove, IL - Photos: 12 - Description: IEG specializes in extensive, multi-stage projects such as this. Our collaboration began with a complete interior remodeling and an addition. It progressed to a second addition, and finally, a second multiple-car garage as well as an apartment for live-in help. In the process, we re-envisioned the exterior of the 10-year-old property to echo the more contemporary styling we were creating within. Our client, an entrepreneur and single mother, loves the way we interpreted her soft contemporary sty… - [Video Projects - Midwest Take on Mountain Style](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/video-projects-midwest-take-on-mountain-style-pj-vj~5903407) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: Several years ago, when this Northwest suburban Chicago couple was contemplating a complete renovation and two big additions to their house, they had an epiphany. Why not bring home a taste of their favorite vacation spots? The challenge: how to make that work on a 7.5 -acre estate in the low-altitude Midwest? They called on my team and I to achieve a balance between the extensive interior stone accents and aged woods they envisioned and softer, more refined, elements. You can find all photos of… - [Midwest Take on Mountain Style](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/midwest-take-on-mountain-style-pj-vj~5893576) - Location: Village of Lakewood, IL - Photos: 47 - Description: Several years ago, when this Northwest suburban Chicago couple was contemplating a complete renovation and two big additions to their house, they had an epiphany. Why not bring home a taste of their favorite vacation spots? The challenge: how to make that work on a 7.5 -acre estate in the low-altitude Midwest? They called on my team and I to achieve a balance between the extensive interior stone accents and aged woods they envisioned and softer, more refined, elements. Most of all, these clients… - [Long Grove Transitional Whole House Update](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/long-grove-transitional-whole-house-update-pj-vj~110383) - Location: Long Grove, IL - Photos: 11 - Description: https://interiorenhancementgroup.com/ The drama begins with the stunning, suspended staircase in the front entry and continues throughout this transitional, suburban Chicago home. Warm neutrals are the common thread from room to room, with accents of deep red and grayish blues and greens. Our aims were to create a custom look that is elegant but approachable, so that friends and family will feel welcome and comfortable. We selected all the finishes and created all the interior design for this ho… - [Biltmore Country Club Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/biltmore-country-club-renovation-pj-vj~5707886) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: Built in 1926, Biltmore Country Club is a family-oriented facility located on 800 acres in Chicago’s Northwest suburb of Barrington. Its 300-plus members enjoy an award-winning golf course, fishing, swimming, sailing, junior programs and tennis as well as extensive indoor hospitality areas for dining, enjoying a beverage and hosting a family wedding or other major event. Our clients commissioned us to give a complete facelift to the 10,750-square-foot interior. Our major goals and challenges wer… - [Transitional, Whole House Update, Suburban Chicago](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-whole-house-update-suburban-chicago-pj-vj~50751) - Location: Inverness, IL - Photos: 12 - Description: https://interiorenhancementgroup.com/ Livable and luxe. That's what these clients in suburban Chicago craved for their family home in the country. Their wish list also included a living room elegant enough for their grand piano, a wine tasting room and a study that would be at home in an exclusive private club. - [Transitional White and Gray Kitchen and Dining Room, With Glam](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-white-and-gray-kitchen-and-dining-room-with-glam-pj-vj~769604) - Location: Inverness, IL - Photos: 8 - Description: https://interiorenhancementgroup.com/ These clients - two busy doctors and their six children - enjoy entertaining and unwinding with their family at the end of the day. Relaxing elegance was our goal for this transitional kitchen and dining room in suburban Chicago. Counter stools and dining chairs with washable fabric were a must-have, as well as a soothing gray and soft white color palette. - [Classic and Contemporary Great Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-and-contemporary-great-room-pj-vj~769580) - Location: Inverness, IL - Photos: 5 - Description: https://interiorenhancementgroup.com/ Gold accents in a mix of textures and finishes give an elegant tone to a "new traditional" Northwest suburban Chicago home. Our client, a single doctor, wanted a tranquil and peaceful home where he could unwind at the end of his fast-paced days. We mixed golds and grays with metal details throughout to create a traditional look that isn't too formal or stuffy. The blend of cool grays and warm golds creates a balanced temperature in this sophisticated great r… - [Contemporary Update in Inverness/Barrington for Multiple Bedrooms and Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-update-in-inverness-barrington-for-multiple-bedrooms-and-bathrooms-pj-vj~5631774) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 17 - Description: https://www.interiorenhancementgroup.com After their four grown children moved away from home, these empty nesters were ready to update most of the bedrooms and bathrooms in their spacious, 7-bedroom home in the Inverness area of Chicago. They asked us to create a sophisticated, contemporary look with tasteful accents of glam and luxurious materials and custom furnishings, finishes and detailing. They also requested that we channel each child’s personality when transforming the youthful look of… - [Contemporary High Rise - Chicago](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-high-rise-chicago-pj-vj~769634) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 4 - Description: https://interiorenhancementgroup.com/ This urban condo in the sky has a contemporary vibe that suits our clients perfectly. With its high ceilings, extensive windows and white walls, it has an airy, open feeling that we warmed up with rich shades of brown and some splashes of color. - [Luxurious, Dramatic & Modern Master Bedroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/luxurious-dramatic-and-modern-master-bedroom-pj-vj~2065234) - Location: Inverness, IL - Photos: 1 - Description: https://interiorenhancementgroup.com/ Drenched in glossy white, lilac and champagne, this dramatic and modern master bedroom has one-of-a-kind detailing. The bed is elevated on a platform, the "headboard" is nearly a full wall of upholstered panels while stately columns support a dramatic framework of carved wood reminiscent of a stage. - [Traditional Park Ridge Family Room/Living Room - With a French Twist](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-park-ridge-family-room-living-room-with-a-french-twist-pj-vj~111817) - Location: Park Ridge, IL - Photos: 6 - Description: https://interiorenhancementgroup.com/ These clients craved a traditional home that doesn't take itself too seriously. We drew inspiration from France, including its tricolour flag of red white and blue, for a classic look with a French twist. Merci, mes amis! - [Traditional Lakefront Home Update: Kitchen/Family Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-lakefront-home-update-kitchen-family-room-pj-vj~112301) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: https://interiorenhancementgroup.com/ This fusion of traditional living with a lakefront home is both elegant and relaxed. We blended a delicate color palette with rich, dark wood tones in this light-filled home, creating contrast and warmth. [See all 28 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/interior-enhancement-group-pfvwus-pf~1291938005) ## Community Q&A **Q: Island** *(in Photo Questions)* The island what size is it and any stools behind it? A: Hi Hazel -- Thank you for your comment! This is a beautiful kitchen that we did about ten years ago. I don't have the spec's for the granite any longer. It actually was brown/cream and did not have any of the grey tones that you are looking for in it. **Q: Bathroom** *(in Photo Questions)* I just wanted to say Gorgeous! A: That is so thoughtful of you. . .thank you. **Q: Flower pillow** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you tell me about the flower pillow . Really great thank you. Carla A: Thank you for your inquiry. I wish I could assist you, however, it was purchased a few years ago at a retail store and no longer available. **Q: Are the cabinets painted the same color as the walls?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: No they are not the same color - the cabinets have a glaze and the walls are just a shade deeper tone. Thanks for inquiring! **Q: what is the name of the rug and where can i get it** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you for your inquiry. The rug is from Kravet rugs and available through the trade only. Please contact us if you would like further information or are interested in purchasing this rug. It is beautiful! Contact us at kelly@interiorenhancementgroup.com or by phone at 847.705.9569. **Q: What is the wall color?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thanks for your inquiry. The wall paint is Benjamin Moore, Decatur Buff. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-10.*