--- title: "Well-Designed Interiors — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/well-designed-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1350909195 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1350909195.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Well-Designed Interiors" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/ed73ed3d01e81f99_8955-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "119 East River Road, Rumson, New Jersey 07760, United States" latitude: 40.3707 longitude: -74.0084 phone: "(732) 758-9090" website: http://welldesignedinteriors.com rating: 5 review_count: 12 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 211 last_updated: 2026-09-23 --- # Well-Designed Interiors Original Houzz profile: [Well-Designed Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/well-designed-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1350909195) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Rumson, NJ - **Serves:** Middletown, Princeton, West Windsor, Wall Township, Tinton Falls, Holmdel, Red Bank, Colts Neck, Rumson, Lincroft, Fair Haven, Oceanport, Little Silver, Manasquan, Brielle, Shrewsbury, Monmouth Beach, Spring Lake, Sea Girt, Sea Bright, Navesink, Bay Head, Allenhurst, Wall - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (12 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2016–2018), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 25,000 Ideabook Saves Knowing what will stand the test of time takes years of experience. Attending to the smallest details can produce the most satisfying results. Well-Designed Interiors carefully listens to the needs and desires of families turning design dreams into gracious and welcoming homes. Balance, proportion, flow and scale define every space. Good design is achieved only through a well-developed collaboration, a carefully thought through plan between you and your designer. Well-Designed Interiors has been helping families and individuals fully realize their lifestyle vision since 1998. ### 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 - Lighting Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Home Office Design & Construction - Entry Design - Custom Built-ins - Floor Plans - Playroom Design - Project Management - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Furniture - Laundry Room Design - Mudroom Design - Nursery Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - House Plans - Custom Home Bars - Art Selection - Closet Design - 3D Rendering - Basement Design - Custom Bookcases - Custom Walk-in Closets - Sunroom Design & Construction - Custom Entertainment Centers - Custom Rugs - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Home Theater Design - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Shelving - Custom Pantries - Downsizing - Drafting - Holiday Decorating - Handicap-Accessible Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Architectural Interior Design - Custom cabinetry - Custom window treatments - New construction ### Areas Served - Middletown - Princeton - West Windsor - Wall Township - Tinton Falls - Holmdel - Red Bank - Colts Neck - Rumson - Lincroft - Fair Haven - Oceanport - Little Silver - Manasquan - Brielle - Shrewsbury - Monmouth Beach - Spring Lake - Sea Girt - Sea Bright - Navesink - Bay Head - Allenhurst - Wall ### Typical Job Cost $25,000 - 700,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Well-Designed Interiors | | Address | 119 East River Road, Rumson, New Jersey 07760, United States | | Phone | (732) 758-9090 | | Website | http://welldesignedinteriors.com | | Followers on Houzz | 211 | **Social profiles:** - Blog — Instagram: welldesignedinteriors ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Well-Designed Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/well-designed-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1350909195) - **Website:** http://welldesignedinteriors.com - **Phone:** (732) 758-9090 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2016–2018), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 12 reviews** ### All 12 reviews **★★★★★ — Creative Displays, Inc., April 2018** > Working with Suzette is always a pleasure. She is an expert when it comes to Home Accents and Accessories. She knows what she wants and needs, and makes our job of servicing her so much easier. **★★★★★ — Maureen Fichten, Dec. 2017** > I have been working with Suzette for over 3 years and our on-going design projects are always met with enthusiasm, great ideas and amazing attention to detail. Suzette has had a hand in almost every room of our home including a fully done basement with custom bar, wine room and theater area. From floor to ceiling, Suzette's design knowledge, fresh ideas and experience is evident in each room. I love working with her and would recommend her to anyone for any type of project from one room to total renovation . **Comment from Well-Designed Interiors:** > Thank you so much Maureen...we love working with you too! **★★★★★ — riacastello, Feb. 2016** > Suzette Donleavey helped me to re design my 1900 sq ft town house. She chose flooring, light fixtures, cabinets, countertops, fireplace design and furniture. I have been told by multiple people including realtors that because of the exquisite job Suzette did designing my home that the value has increased well over $200,000 compared to all other units. Although she worked with my very limited budget, she made my home look like a model unit ! **★★★★★ — Karen Winterstein, Jan. 2016** > Suzette and her staff are extremely knowledgeable and personable. I have worked with Suzette on several projects including designing a library and laundry room, as well as reworking a master bathroom, master bedroom, jack and Jill bathroom, and powder room. Suzette has consistently provided me with superior design expertise while staying within a tight budget. The results have been spectacular! I loved the way every space turned out and my husband loved the fact the Suzette and her staff stayed within budget. It was a win-win! I highly recommend Suzzette and Well-Designed Interiors to anyone looking for superior interior design services coupled with a warm and gracious personality. **★★★★★ — paul napoli, Jan. 2016** > My wife Kathy and I have worked with Suzette for 15 years. Suzette has helped us create a warm and beautiful home; both interior and exterior. In addition to her creative design talents ,she is a great listener and after reviewing our goals, always delivered an outstanding result .Her good work on our home has been recognized in NJ Monthly magazine on a number of occasions. Suzette has a warm and comfortable way about her and always made us feel special; she has become family !We have been strong supporters of her creative talent and have referred her to friends. **Comment from Well-Designed Interiors:** > One of the most treasured things ever said to me was by Kathy..."If you weren't married, I would adopt you!". That makes me feel so special!! In addition to creating a "well-designed interiors", counting you both as family makes this designer feel blessed. Thank you Paul for the privilege to work in your home. **★★★★★ — Christine Baugh, Dec. 2015** > Suzette had worked with me these past two years, helped to decorate our somewhat quirky but very lovable 1957 built house in Rumson. It's hard to know where to begin on listing her many qualities which are numerous. Suffice to say she has remained at all times constant, professional, committed and passionate. I think her major strength is that she truly cares about her clients and really listens to their needs. We wanted our home to be original and authentic and she has helped to make it just so. > Alongside this she has some incredible professionals that she works with to produce a very high quality end result. I have no hesitation in recommending her services. **★★★★★ — Marcy McGinnis, Dec. 2015** > Suzette is an excellent interior designer and a lovely person. Most importantly, she listens to her client and accommodate the client needs with her professional knowledge and skill. She works within the stated budget; she is always prompt; she has great local contacts with providers who respect her and work well with her. Suzette is someone I highly recommend. She oversaw the interior design of my new kitchen in Ocean Grove, NJ - working closely with the contractor (who works with her regularly) and together they accommodated my needs with her sense of style. I have asked Suzette to oversee my bath renovation and have asked her to help me with redecorating my co-op in NYC. Happy to be a reference. > Marcy McGinnis, Ocean Grove, NJ **★★★★★ — rjdjr11, Dec. 2015** > Suzette is creative, imaginative and passionate about ensuring her client's satisfaction. She did our entire home starting with the architect through the builder and all of the trades over a three year period. Many of the pictures on this site are Suzette's work on our home. When I leased 2,600sf of bare space for my law office the only person I called was Suzette. She did everything from room layout to furniture, rugs, light fixtures and color schemes. New law clients routinely tell me how comfortable and relaxed they are in my office. So many have asked who did the design work that I had to get a stack of Well Designed Interiors business cards and put them on the reception desk. Probably time to get some more. **★★★★★ — Donald Calello, Dec. 2015** > We were opening an entire wedding catering venue and didn't want it to look like a catering hall. Suzette took on the massive job of creating a classic, elegant look that included commercial grade banquet furniture mixed with antique furniture, multiple designs of carpet, 5 commercial bathrooms, outdoor ceremony area and multiple side projects. From the moment I first saw the drawings I felt this was going to be a special place and with each stage of the construction and execution it became clear it would exceed expectations. Touring brides and grooms is a key part of booking our venue and to this day we receive the most extraordinary comments on the colors, wood, carpet and furnishings. Suzette has the "eye" to see the perfect room whether it's your dining room seating 8 or a banquet hall that seats 220. **★★★★★ — lizb1252, Nov. 2014** > Suzette is an incredible designer who has an amazing talent to create a beautiful home. We worked with Suzette through the entire two year construction process and she really kept us on track with the builder of our entirely custom home. She created a lighting plan and had fixtures ready, helped with details of our built- ins and other custom features such as trim, ceiling moldings, bathroom design and tile and flooring. All of that was invaluable in keeping the project moving. She made lovely pallet presentations of fabric and color to help us with decorating choices and creating flow through out the house. She has amazing taste and decorated the entire home including all furnishing, wall coverings, window treatments, flooring, hardware and accessories. She was always professional and fair. We felt she was completely devoted to the project. Her amazing work in our home has been featured in many magazine and book publications. **★★★★★ — alicollins, Nov. 2014** > Suzette has worked closely with me on a number of interior design products so far. She has been extremely flexible and understanding of my budget and helped me prioritize projects, rooms, etc while understanding my overall vision for our home! I am so incredibly happy with what we have done so far and cannot wait until my whole vision comes to fruition. I would, without question, recommend Suzette/Well-Designed Interiors for any of your interior design needs. **★★★★★ — Liquidscapes, Oct. 2014** > I have had the honor and privilege in working and knowing Suzette for many years now. We met on a mutual clients project and have worked on several since, along with becoming good friends. When I first think of Suzette, it is tough for me to decide what words comes to mind, it is her heart, kindness, teamwork, spirit, commitment, passion, humility, humble nature or just talents? Honestly, it is all the above, because they all shine through simultaneously. > > She is a pleasure to work and collaborate with on a project. Her work speaks for itself, which is tasteful, elegant, understated, well thought out and executed and finally functional. > > She truly puts her heart and talents into every project and client she touches. I admire her as a person and enjoy always working on projects together with her. ## Selected projects - [French Country Living in Colts Neck, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-country-living-in-colts-neck-nj-pj-vj~1393052) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 38 - [VNA Showhouse at Scothigh Farm in Rumson, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vna-showhouse-at-scothigh-farm-in-rumson-nj-pj-vj~1393356) - Location: Rumson, NJ - Photos: 5 - [Classic Living in the heart of Rumson, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-living-in-the-heart-of-rumson-nj-pj-vj~1393162) - Location: Rumson, NJ - Photos: 33 - [Sophisticated Cottage in Sea Girt, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sophisticated-cottage-in-sea-girt-nj-pj-vj~1393142) - Location: Sea Girt, NJ - Photos: 14 - [Winter Dinner Party in Colts Neck, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/winter-dinner-party-in-colts-neck-nj-pj-vj~1393122) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - [Casual Family Elegance in Little Silver, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/casual-family-elegance-in-little-silver-nj-pj-vj~1393092) - Location: Little Silver, NJ - Photos: 19 - [Spring Lake, NJ Summer Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spring-lake-nj-summer-residence-pj-vj~1393024) - Location: Spring Lake, NJ - Photos: 14 - [Farmhouse Living in West Windsor, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/farmhouse-living-in-west-windsor-nj-pj-vj~1393426) - Location: West Windsor Township, NJ - Photos: 18 - [Classic Colonial Addition in Brielle, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-colonial-addition-in-brielle-nj-pj-vj~1393187) - Location: Brielle, NJ - Photos: 9 - [Timeless Elegance](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/timeless-elegance-pj-vj~1394190) - Location: Shrewsbury, NJ - Photos: 1 - [Shore Living, Oceanport, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shore-living-oceanport-nj-pj-vj~1394079) - Location: Oceanport, NJ - Photos: 1 - [Transitional Condo in Monmouth Beach, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-condo-in-monmouth-beach-nj-pj-vj~1393113) - Location: Monmouth Beach, NJ - Photos: 11 - [Outdoor Oasis on the Shrewsbury River, Little Silver, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/outdoor-oasis-on-the-shrewsbury-river-little-silver-nj-pj-vj~1393167) - Location: Little Silver, NJ - Photos: 20 - [Colonial Transformation in Little Silver, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/colonial-transformation-in-little-silver-nj-pj-vj~1393405) - Location: Little Silver, NJ - Photos: 4 - [Colts Neck Kitchen Tour](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/colts-neck-kitchen-tour-pj-vj~1769605) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Warm and inviting home in Fair Haven, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/warm-and-inviting-home-in-fair-haven-nj-pj-vj~1838642) - Location: Fair Haven, NJ - Photos: 7 - [Traditional Elegance in Princeton, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-elegance-in-princeton-nj-pj-vj~2716572) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Large Family Home with Tuscan inspiration - Colts Neck, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/large-family-home-with-tuscan-inspiration-colts-neck-nj-pj-vj~2786497) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 [See all 18 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/well-designed-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1350909195) ## Ideabooks - [Oldfield](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/91596765/list/oldfield) — 5 ideas - [McGinnis](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/99015102/list/mcginnis) — 3 ideas - [Sketch](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/73540108/list/sketch) — 20 ideas - [Spencer Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/89212218/list/spencer-kitchen) — 7 ideas - [Drastal/Florida](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/91596668/list/drastal-florida) — 7 ideas - [Brady Bar](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/88301918/list/brady-bar) — 3 ideas - [Morgan](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65993848/list/morgan) — 2 ideas - [Branco](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/63266751/list/branco) — 10 ideas - [Spencer](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/59498545/list/spencer) — 5 ideas - [10 Regent](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/12414113/list/10-regent) — 38 ideas - [DeSena](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6407133/list/desena) — 7 ideas - [Oriolo](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25489167/list/oriolo) — 4 ideas - [Westlake Drive](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25734288/list/westlake-drive) — 16 ideas - [Feiler](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/12413451/list/feiler) — 4 ideas - [Kimmins](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/13416287/list/kimmins) — 8 ideas - [Perskie basement](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/19894086/list/perskie-basement) — 1 idea - [Perskie MBR](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6939463/list/perskie-mbr) — 8 ideas - [Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16327017/list/kitchen) — 2 ideas - [suzettedonleavy's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/15311527/list/suzettedonleavy-s-ideas) — 8 ideas - [Seating arrangements](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/14773648/list/seating-arrangements) — 1 idea [See all 23 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/suzettedonleavy) ## Community Q&A **Q: What brand/where is the front door from?** *(in Photo Questions)* What brand/where is the front door from? A: Hi Tiffany. This was a custom mahogany door by a local NJ millwork shop. Best, Suzette **Q: cual es el nombre de estos arboles?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Bradford Pears. **Q: What type of tree are these?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Bradford Pear Trees. **Q: Outdoor Dining Tables** *(in Photo Questions)* Love the mix of materials for the table and chairs. Can you tell me the table manufacturer and material? A: Thank you...please feel free to call or email our studio for more information regarding this furniture. **Q: What pattern & manufacturer is the shade fabric from?** *(in Photo Questions)* I love the great use of this often-wasted space under the eaves. A: It is a fabric available thru the trade only. If you are interested, please contact our studio at 732-758-9090. **Q: Dimensions for this space? Thanks:)** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi, Thanks for your question. This basement play room is approximately 8' wide by 14' long. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*