--- title: "Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc. — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/karla-trincanello-cid-interior-decisions-inc-pfvwus-pf~1669344410 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1669344410.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc." category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/ede39fd60f724723_4687-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "140 Columbia Turnpike, Florham Park, New Jersey 07927, United States" latitude: 40.8223 longitude: -74.4569 phone: "(973) 765-9013" website: http://www.interiordecisions.com rating: 5 review_count: 60 best_of_houzz_awards: 10 followers: 781 last_updated: 2026-09-04 --- # Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc. > New Jersey's Premier Interior Designer > 7X Best of Houzz Award Winner! Original Houzz profile: [Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/karla-trincanello-cid-interior-decisions-inc-pfvwus-pf~1669344410) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Florham Park, NJ - **Serves:** Livingston, Randolph, Rockaway, Summit, Parsippany, Millburn, Morristown, Dover, Denville, Madison, Pequannock, Hanover, New Providence, Berkeley Heights, Florham Park, East Hanover, West Caldwell, Lincoln Park, Pompton Plains, Succasunna, White Meadow Lake, Caldwell, Boonton, Northfield, Basking Ridge, Bernardsville, Wharton, Morris Plains, Mendham, Mount Arlington, Mountain Lakes, Westville, Mine Hill, Union, Gillette, Essex Fells, Kenvil, Victory Gardens, Springfield, Lake Telemark, Far Hills, Borough of Far Hills, Mount Tabor, New Vernon, Hibernia, Ironia, Mount Freedom - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (60 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2013–2025), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 50,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Weekend consultations - Online consultation - Verified Hires - Responds Quickly ### Business highlights - Online consultation - Best of Houzz winner - Weekend consultations - Responds Quickly - 4 Verified Hires Certified Interior Designer, certified by NJ Board of Architects. ASID Design Excellence Award Recipient. Full service interior design firm. Residential interiors for living spaces, kitchens, baths, home theaters, specialty rooms. Commercial for Offices, Restaurant and Hospitality. See our website: www.interiordecisions.com ### Services Provided - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Color Consulting - Space Planning - Kids Bedroom Design - Custom Cabinets - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Lighting Design - Custom Built-ins - Floor Plans - Playroom Design - Custom Furniture - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Nursery Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - Custom Home Bars - House Plans - Closet Design - Universal Design - 3D Rendering - Custom Bookcases - Custom Walk-in Closets - Sunroom Design & Construction - Custom Entertainment Centers - Custom Rugs - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Sustainable Design - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Shelving - Custom Pantries - Downsizing - Drafting - Energy-Efficient Homes - Green Building - Decluttering - Historic Building Conservation - Kitchen Remodeling ### Areas Served - Livingston - Randolph - Rockaway - Summit - Parsippany - Millburn - Morristown - Dover - Denville - Madison - Pequannock - Hanover - New Providence - Berkeley Heights - Florham Park - East Hanover - West Caldwell - Lincoln Park - Pompton Plains - Succasunna - White Meadow Lake - Caldwell - Boonton - Northfield - Basking Ridge - Bernardsville - Wharton - Morris Plains - Mendham - Mount Arlington - Mountain Lakes - Westville - Mine Hill - Union - Gillette - Essex Fells - Kenvil - Victory Gardens - Springfield - Lake Telemark - Far Hills - Borough of Far Hills - Mount Tabor - New Vernon - Hibernia - Ironia - Mount Freedom ### Typical Job Cost $50000 - $5,000,000 up Cost varies depending on the scope of a project as each project is customized per the client's design needs. Price may include drawings, custom design, research, implementation of goods and furnishings. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc. | | Address | 140 Columbia Turnpike, Florham Park, New Jersey 07927, United States | | Phone | (973) 765-9013 | | Website | http://www.interiordecisions.com | | License Number | 21ID000022 | | Followers on Houzz | 781 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/KarlaTrincanelloInteriorDecisions/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/karla-trincanello-cid-interior-decisions-inc-pfvwus-pf~1669344410) - **Website:** http://www.interiordecisions.com - **Phone:** (973) 765-9013 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - NJ Board Certified Interior Designer. NJ Licensed Contractor. ASID DESIGN EXCELLENCE AWARDS: 3 Gold. 3 Silver, 3 Bronze. Voted Mansion in May 2012 Show House Tulip Award for Favorite Space. Featured in 30 magazine articles including Design NJ, Home, Womans Day & NY Times Home, and six Six Books. - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2013–2025), for 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 — 60 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Featured Review **★★★★★ — Sharon Byrnes, Feb. 2020** > I have had the pleasure to know Karla for 10+ years, and had the privilege to work with her on a project to update my Master Bathroom. My lack of creativity didn't stand in the way ... in fact, Karla's amazing vision, professionalism, and attention to detail helped to create a dated bathroom into a relaxing and comforting retreat. I highly recommend Karla for any project you are considering. **Comment from Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc.:** > Thank you so much Sharon for this lovely review. It is always a pleasure to work with you. ### All 60 reviews **★★★★★ — Allison F., Jan. 2024** > I wholeheartedly recommend Karla and her wonderful team at Interior Decisions, Inc. for their exceptional talent and creativity in transforming spaces. I am in the final stages of a first-floor renovation and Karla has been an excellent guide every step of the way. Karla is very respectful and understanding of how families live within their homes and all of her recommendations are mindful of life's realities (kids and dogs!) I appreciate Karla's willingness to work within budget constraints, ensuring that every penny is maximized for stunning results. What I truly appreciate about Karla and the Interior Decisions team is their unique knack for pushing creative boundaries and nudging me out of my comfort zone, resulting in truly extraordinary designs. Collaborating with Karla continues to be an enjoyable journey, and her designs have resulted in spaces that not only reflect our taste and lifestyle but also challenge conventional aesthetics in the most delightful way. **Comment from Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc.:** > Thank you so much Allison!. I truly appreciate this review. **★★★★★ — oleg zaytsev, Dec. 2023** > I found Karla on Houzz.com & I’m so grateful to have found her. She has been beyond patient & walked me through every step of the interior design aspect from brainstorming to concept to installation. Her style is impeccable & was able to shift my place from boring colonial to more modern with a touch of art deco, a style I didn’t know I was yearning for. **Comment from Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc.:** > Thank you so much Oleg, you have been a pleasure to work with! **★★★★★ — MJ Robbins, May 2022** > My husband and I would like to recommend Karla Trincanello of Interior Decisions, Inc. Karla has helped us with several projects in our home. Each time she listens to our ideas, thoughts and budget and has worked with us for the perfect outcome. Karla usually comes up with terrific suggestions that we would not have thought of on our own. > Her office staff is friendly, efficient and helpful. We have always enjoyed working with them. We highly recommend Karla! **★★★★★ — seamabarsbay, Dec. 2021** > I have recently had the pleasure of working with Karla and her design team on a few projects in my home. Karla really paid attention to my style. She provided lots of choices and price options and didn’t stop until we found what I loved. Karla is extremely passionate at what she does and you can see that through all the stunning designs she puts together. I am so happy to have worked with Karla and would highly recommend her for all of your design needs! **Comment from Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc.:** > Thank you so much Seama, you have been a pleasure to work with! **★★★★★ — Jennifer Breiner, Nov. 2021** > I highly recommend Karla! This year I set out to reno my rather large and very dated master bathroom - which is intimidating - but Karla took me through each step from concept to contracting the various professionals to the last detail of decor. > > Karla drew up a lovely floorpan while making ideal use of the space (see before/after pics). I had set a budget but when Karla took me to an impressive plumbing outlet and tile store to make selections, it was easy to gravitate to the most pricey options. She gently suggested similar selections that were in my price range. Even so, the tile installers said - this is amazing tile, Karla REALLY knows what she’s doing. > > Karla then provided decor options that took my bathroom to a different level of sophistication including custom vanities and fabulous chandeliers and mirrors. > > Throughout the process Karla was meticulous with an unparalleled worth ethic. I feel lucky to work with a talent like her. She listens to your requirements and understands your esthetic. And I love that she gets just as excited as I do when we see a project come together! She’s one of a kind. **Comment from Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc.:** > Dear Jennifer, Thank you so much for your kind words in your review of working with me. You are a pleasure to work with as well. Warm regards, > Karla **★★★★★ — Denise Smith, Nov. 2021** > I have been working with Karla for almost 4 years now and can tell you that we work very well together. Our home is lovely, but it needed a designer who understands how to bring out the features that were hidden in this home. Her ideas are fabulous and fit our lifestyle making it Home to us with a capital H! Every space is special because she read us so well and incorporated details to give each room a special idea or look that can’t be explained. She is involved in every aspect from layout, custom built ins, furniture and lighting selections, finishes, paint-wall treatments as well as accessories and art, and we treasure each decision. All her recommended contractors are wonderful, courteous and do exceptional work; you can tell they respect her. She carefully plans each aspect to fit our style and I know I won’t see the same thing in another space she did in a magazine because she absolutely does not duplicate. I highly recommend Karla Trincanello **Comment from Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc.:** > Thank you Denise for this wonderful review. I am very much appreciative. **★★★★★ — Regina Egea, Dec. 2019** > Karla provided creative recommendations based on the needs we expressed to completely re-design our Master Suite (Master Bath all custom cabinetry, selection of tiles, lighting and fixtures and Master Bedroom including all furniture, wall coverings, carpet, lighting, fabrics and accessories.) Both Karla and her staff were responsive, professional and timely. **★★★★★ — User, Nov. 2019** > Hiring a professional is so daunting. Selecting someone to come into your home and make it reflect your style and needs isn't easy, with so many interior designers available. We knew when met Karla that she was the right person for our needs on the onset. Taking a challenging space that seemed to have only one layout option, she showed us not only several options, but ideas that transformed our family room into a warm family gathering area as well as a beautiful entertaining space and now we are so proud to invite friends and family to our home! Even more amazing was how accessible Karla is, she and her staff are always available > for any questions or advice. Her drawings are so helpful to envision the space. Our experience went so well, we continued to call her in for other projects and refer her to everyone, she is like family now! **★★★★★ — Denise Schmit, Nov. 2019** > My husband and I first met Karla at Morristown's Mansions in May event and we were instantly impressed by her work. We decided to hire Karla for our master bedroom and adjacent sitting room. At our first meeting, Karla was able to accurately decipher our style and subsequently design beautiful spaces that fit our needs and desires. Karla's staff was friendly and very professional. We were very impressed how Karla came to each meeting extremely prepared and was respectful of budget restrictions. We loved working with her and look forward to working on future projects . **Comment from Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc.:** > Thank you so much Denise for this great review. It means a lot to me. Have a great holiday. > > Hugs, > Karla **★★★★★ — Peter DeNigris, Nov. 2019** > From the outset, I was looking forward to working with Karla. She has an impressive array of experience. She offers recommendations that are consistent with her clients' tastes and preferences and that are reflective of her education and experience. She has keen attention to detail. In addition, Karla is highly accessible. She responds promptly to emails, phone calls, and texts. At times, it seems as if she is working 24/7. She is highly concerned about the satisfaction of her clients and takes great pride in her work. **★★★★★ — Janine Silverman, Oct. 2019** > Karla is the best in her field. Her vision for our new home was exactly what I dreamed of. Our home has an edgy feel, eclectic and truly one of a kind. Classy. The reactions we get when friends enter our home is “WOW”. Karla is patient, a visionary & ahead of her time! > A true pleasure to work with & I highly, highly recommend her. **★★★★★ — adrienne schwartz, Oct. 2019** > Karla has decorated 2 homes for me. She is a totally dedicated professional. Her taste is impeccable, and she incorporates her client's style and desires with her own awareness of the way to do things! The results are always unique and fabulous, and the subject of much admiration. I most admire how Karla shoulders the burden of the work, so that the client is not worried about things getting done. She is always available and responsive, and treats your needs as if they are the most important thing in the world. As soon as the deal to purchasse our current home was finalized, the first thing my husband asked me to do was to call Karla to get started, knowing that we'd have nothing to worry about once she was on the job. **★★★★★ — Laundry Room, Jan. 2019** > My husband and I had met Karla Trincanello when we were in the process of building our new home. The kitchen/family room space was a challenge and her layout design made it not only work together but it is now a beautiful and true family area that we enjoy everyday. > > Her knowledge and experience is amazing when meeting with contractors and her vision is more than helpful along with her suggestions. I know we would have been overwhelmed had we done this on our own. > > From the main floor, we tackled each space, room by room and we could not be more pleased with the results. She understands her client’s needs, works with their budget, does beautiful drawings to help visualize and presents the materials to make it easy to make decisions. She is also easy to talk to and has a wonderful staff. > > She truly is an amazing designer! **★★★★★ — Regina Egea, Dec. 2018** > Karla provided creative recommendations based on the needs we expressed to completely re-design our family room including custom bar, furniture, carpeting and accessories. Both Karla and her staff were responsive, professional and timely. **Comment from Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc.:** > Thank you so much for this lovely review. I really appreciate it! > Hugs, > Karla **★★★★★ — Jennifer Breiner, Dec. 2018** > I sincerely recommend Karla to help decorate your home. She is brimming with talent and the passionate desire to ensure you are happy in your surroundings. She shares her robust knowledge and vast experience that only comes with working in this business for some time - including her relationships with top notch contractors, painters, electricians, cabinet makers, etc. > > Last year I purchased a good-sized home and never decorated on this scale; I knew I needed help. At first I was just looking for some ideas. But after I met Karla, she quickly became a part of our life. Often these days, decorators expect to be paid by the hour and it can feel like a cold transaction. With Karla, you spend time together and truly get to know one another. And that’s when the magic happens - you laugh, disagree, inspire and learn from each other. The rich decorating process genuinely begins to grow. > > Karla and her dedicated team research, present and care about every single option, from a custom couch down to a small accessory. When you wake up to - let’s say your new dining room for the first time - she calls you to see how you feel. That’s the rare intangibles you get with Karla. And a lovely, totally unique home. **★★★★★ — MARY ANN RACANIELLO, Dec. 2018** > Carla did a wonderful job with the project we gave her. She far exceeded our expectations and we highly recommend her to anyone with an idea or dream that she can turn into a reality. **★★★★★ — joan palmieri, Dec. 2018** > My husband and I have known Karla for over 28 years! During those years, she has decorated and designed just about every room room in our 4,000+ sq. ft. home, and has provided architectural design both within our home and on the exterior. Karla uses her extraordinary creativity and artistic talent and works within the budgetary concerns of her clients with a sincere desire to provide them with home spaces that enrich their daily living. Karla is never trendy; she's always ahead of the curve so that her work lasts and is not tiresome. Her design of our kitchen 20 years ago was so ahead of the time that what we have now looks as if it were recently done. Our butler's pantry done by Karla was also featured in Design NJ! Karla is the consummate professional who goes beyond what is expected. She constantly strives to master new techniques and informs her work by constantly elevating her skills. Equally important, Karla's staff at Interior Decisions is caring, responsive and hard-working providing excellent service to her clients. My husband and I love what Karla has done for us in making our home one to enjoy and be proud of! **★★★★★ — Heather Smith, Nov. 2018** > Karla was outstanding to work with and my home looks wonderful- with many complements coming from visitors to my home. She brings such creativity, innovation and a personal touch to each project. She even had me think a bit out of the box on some design decisions and I am so glad that she did as the end product was a perfect choice. She is so easy to work with, provided choices (getting to know my style quickly) without having the process feel overwhelming and took care of every detail (making sure each detail was perfect). I also had great experience with her team - very efficient, diligent and responsive. I would highly recommend Karla and look forward to using her for my future home interior projects. **Comment from Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc.:** > You were also a pleasure to work with Heather so thank you! **★★★★★ — dmk1367, Nov. 2018** > We are so grateful to be introduced to Karla by another contractor when we were building a media room. Her years of experience and knowledge are very quickly apparent and we felt very comfortable with her right away. She is extremely professional and very detail oriented, carefully considering every aspect of the project. She's also very personable and has become a dear friend, we always enjoy her visits. > > She understood what we were looking for and designed it better than we ever envisioned it. We are amazed with her work and sometimes can't believe this room is in our house! We are working on our bedroom now and wouldn't consider working with anyone else. We're looking forward to an amazing bedroom once Karla is done! **Comment from Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc.:** > Thank you so much Denise, it was a pleasure working with you! **★★★★★ — dipadovaj, Nov. 2018** > We have been working with Interior Decisions for over 20 years. They are very detailed oriented and always make a house become a home with creative ideas and class A decorating. **★★★★★ — Leigh Ann Antieri, Dec. 2017** > Karla Trincanello is the best! Whether you're redecorating a room or building a new home Karla has the skills and talent to do it all. We've built, designed, and decorated two homes with Karla and her staff at Interior Decisions, one in Short Hills, NJ and one in San Antonio, TX. We couldn't be happier with the results! **★★★★★ — Teresa Dicaro, Dec. 2017** > I have worked with many interior designers over the years. Karla Trincanello is certainly the most professional and the most talented I have encountered. She not only has innate sense of style, she has the great ability to design a beautiful functional space. I am extremely fortunate to have met her and I look forward to my next design with her since, she has done more than one with me. Just a pleasure to work with her. She delivers and stands by her work. Beauty and integrity. A rare find. **★★★★★ — Jim O'Brien Architects, Dec. 2017** > I've had the pleasure of knowing Karla for several years and she is not only incredibly committed to her craft and talented, she is a wonderful person in every sense of the word. Of course her professionalism, knowledge, work quality, and ability to meet deadlines and budgets have always been on the mark. I enjoy partnering with Karla to produce great designs. As an Architect I have found her to be a fantastic collaborator. We have worked together on several projects and her communication and professional drawings provide us with enough information when meeting new clients to give thoughtful projections of the costs. Highly recommend you work with her! **★★★★★ — Ellen Puglisi, Dec. 2017** > Karla is an extremely knowledgeable designer. She is a perfectionist who takes great pride in her work. While working with Karla, she meet every deadline and always kept within our budget. I have worked with many designers over the years and Karla is "the real deal". She is very creative and professional. **★★★★★ — Millwork & More LLC, Dec. 2017** > Karla and her team at Interior Decisions Inc. are second to none when it comes to design detail and execution, project management and communication with the project team and client. I would recommend her to any service provider or homeowner without hesitation. It has been a pleasure and will be yours if you get the opportunity to work with her. **★★★★★ — Barbara McGuire Fiore, Dec. 2017** > I have been working with Karla Trincanello for twenty-six years! She is a very creative designer who is hard working and dedicated to her clients. She brings her unique design-style to all of the projects she has done in my home. Her great advice and eye for detail has made my house a lovely, warm home. Her team is friendly and always there to help and please. After twenty-eight years, I am downsizing from my house into a condominium. Karla and her team have helped me every step of the way with this transition. My new home is almost ready to move into, and it's going to be wonderful because Interior Decisions has helped me make my vision a reality. I would highly recommend Karla and her team! You will happy you did!! **★★★★★ — Denise Smith, Nov. 2017** > We highly recommend Karla. We’re in the market of expanding our kitchen/family room in addition to creating special spaces that fit our lifestyle of enjoying our rear yard. We found Karla in Houzz while exploring different ideas and absolutely loved her prior work particularly how she was able to take existing space and create a cozy retreat that’s also functional. > > Karla met with my husband and me to go over in detail our needs. She listened attentively to both of us and took notes and drew out a rough sketch of some preliminary concepts. She then presented a plan that included all the requirements beyond our expectations. She then assembled a team to include an AIA architect and a knowledgeable team of builders. This team is currently working on the feasibility study and budget. > > We are so excited to have such a wonderful team now to implement this important phase of our life which all began with an exciting concept developed by Karla. We can’t recommend Karla enough to assist with a project. **★★★★★ — Gary Faccenda, Nov. 2017** > Karla has done multiple renovations/remodels in our home and she has never failed to exceed our expectations. She has a unique ability to take your ideas and produce a design that is creatively crafted to elevate your senses beyond your imagination. Each time we walk into the rooms she's touched, makes it feel like your seeing the room for the first time. Her designs are timeless. She is worth every penny! **★★★★★ — Judith Fabian, Nov. 2017** > Karla Trincanello is an extraordinarily talented designer. > She has helped me many times over the years, designing my rooms, selecting fabrics and materials that we have enjoyed until recently. Our new home on the golf course in Houston was recently destroyed by a hurricane. Karla is helping me yet again with her guidance to put this property back together. > Her patience and help at this time has made this awful experience more bearable! Working with her is a pleasure and she always seems to bring her ideas that suit the family's needs and tastes. > Her designs I know will enhance my home for a very long time! All these qualities make her an exceptional designer, whom meets the needs of her customers. > Judith Fabian **★★★★★ — Karol Corbin Walker, Dec. 2016** > Karla is the consummate professional and an extremely knowledgeable interior designer. Her many years of experience accounts for her incredible ability to take her client's thoughts and bring them to life. I worked closely with Karla to update my dinning room chairs. At her request, I gave her pictures of the paint colors in my dinning room and a picture of my curtains. Karla was very thorough in making sure that she had obtained the exact paint colors, so that the suggestions she made would be appropriate for my dinning room. Karla provided me with several suggested color schemes. All of them were great. I made a selection from those presented. I am extremely pleased. My dinning room chairs are phenomenal. The color scheme of my chairs have transformed my dinning room beautifully. I also worked with Karla on getting new window treatments for my kitchen. It was a pleasure to work with Karla. I highly recommend her. **★★★★★ — Kim Deskovick, Dec. 2016** > Working with Karla Trincanello of Interior Decisions, Inc. was a pleasure. Karla helped to design my new house and recently a new addition. She always wants to make sure the client gets exactly what they want. The entire staff of Interior Decisions is creative as well as professional.Working with builders can be difficult, but Karla is a pro. No matter what your style is Karla will create a beautiful design and keep you within your budget. **★★★★★ — andy miller, Dec. 2016** > Karla and her team have done many decorating jobs for us and we wouldn't think of using anyone else ever. She is currently doing our family room and kitchen. **★★★★★ — Robert Iandoli, Dec. 2016** > Our project was a full house restoration which began in January of 2016. Karla Trincanello's input made a monumental task into a manageable labor of love. Her expertise and knowledge translated into the creation of our dream house- without her, we would have never been able to coordinate all of the contractors and suppliers, not to mention her incredible vision and design techniques which saved us an enormous time and allowed us to take move from the design stage to finished product. When she made suggestions she would also listen to our concerns which helped to create a beautiful and stunning end result. Her knowledge of all facets of design made this project a great success and we would highly recommend her to anyone we know. **★★★★★ — happyclient3000, Dec. 2016** > It has been a true honor to work with someone of your caliber. You have educated me so much in this past year alone. From fabrics, to marble, to thread count, and even cleaning:) I wish I could just see what is in your head sometimes......your vision...the way you piece things together from scratch. I am amazed by you and your work ethic.....Even as I just sit here in my little office nook typing this email I am feeling so relaxed and comfortable. I am grateful to call this my home. I often think to myself- Is this really my house? My place to call home? Do I really have the honor of owning an official "Karla Trincanello Designed" house?? > I am proud to call you my designer and even more proud to call you my friend! You are so hardworking and you were available to me 24/7. That is invaluable to me. I know that I am not an easy person to deal with and I throw curve balls with my own methods of working.....and you handled all of me (I will speak on behalf of my husband and let you know that he appreciates that very much). All in all you really are that needle in a haystack. That one in a million. A limited edition. A TRUE RARE FIND. We feel so lucky to have found you and will keep you FOREVER.) **★★★★★ — smileee612, Nov. 2016** > Karla is a legend in this business. To meet someone so well known and highly respected she is very humble and down to earth. > I had the opportunity to work with Karla on my home renovation ( 11,000 square feet total gut renovation). My husband and I wanted to make this house a home. We loved the layout of our residence, but we wanted to have it suit our needs and we wanted to create a warm, inviting, and open environment for our family and all of the entertaining that we do. Not only did Karla make our house a home, she made this house our DREAM HOME. > She completed the vision (and created the designs from layout to fabric to furniture) of our dream home and we are forever grateful. We love you Karla! Thank You isn't enough. > > Sincerely, > P.S.A. **★★★★★ — Aqua Kitchen & Stone Gallery, Aug. 2016** > We've discovered Karla's remarkable talent just recently, but it is more than obvious that she has a wealth of knowledge, many years of experience and a truly amazing talent for interior design. We were, in particular, delighted with her kitchen designs, how she uses light and dark cabinetry and how she perfectly balances all the details. Karla manages to create everlasting classics as well as modern interiors with an ease of a true professional. We are looking forward recommending Interior Decisions to our customers, friends, and families. **★★★★★ — HU-7996171, Dec. 2015** > Karla is truly an amazing talent in her industry. Her idea's and attention to detail are what you would expect when working with a top designer. We are reminded of her talent every time we entertain family and friends. They are always complemented her work and asking for her contact information. We have been working with Karla for 5 years now and have continued a friendship beyond business, she is truly a remarkable person. We plan on using her again in the spring as we continue to transform our home into something special. Her talent and friendship is something we cherish. . **★★★★★ — cmiscia64, Dec. 2015** > Our home renovation came out perfect. We have to thank Karla for her talent and expertise in design and decorating. We could not have done this project without her. We love our home and Karla!! **★★★★★ — E, Dec. 2015** > Karla's ideas and work were impeccable. She was able to sit with us and guide us through the process of a remake of our den. She listened and then came up with several options to solve our problem and meet our needs and wants. It was perfect. **★★★★★ — helenstrauss, Dec. 2015** > From Helen Strauss, December 1, 2015 > Karla Trincanello fully decorated our newly built home in New Jersey in 2012 and did a wonderful job in making our home beautiful and the envy of the development. She understood my tastes and helped me make excellent selections in a timely and professional manner and was a pleasure to work with. I was so pleased with her performance that I hired her to help design and decorate a major construction and expansion project that we are doing in our home in Florida. This encompassed developing the plans for the construction with the builder and architect and overseeing and participating in all the selections we made for about 75% of the house being reconstructed. We have flown her to Florida to be involved first hand and she is continuously in communication with the builder. Again, everything is coming out great, we are fully satisfied with Karla’s services, the project should be completed soon and it is coming out great. **★★★★★ — mimi12127, Nov. 2015** > Karla Trincanello, definitely, has a gifted talent for design. Her wealth of knowledge and many years of experience in design allows you to trust in all her decisions. She can transform any room in your home into your dream come true. Through the years, she has always been pleasant and easy to work with. Most importantly, her number one goal is to please "you" the client. She works extremely well with all contractors and has the ability to work relentlessly to meet all deadlines. She is also willing, if necessary, to work with you on a budget. I would highly recommend Karla Trincanello from Interior Decisions to all my friends and family for providing years of outstanding design. MRY **★★★★★ — purplepassion624, Nov. 2015** > Karla created a show stopper of an apartment. People love to visit, as they are enthralled with the excitement of my beautiful home.I have large quilted bone panels for my living room walls and hand painted red faux goatskin walls in my den. the carpet has a zebra,path through the living room into the den on an angle, as the two rooms are connected without any wall. The den has red built - in TV unit to match the goat skin (which is painted on canvas. There is a custom made black lacquered credenza with silver deco trim in the living room. we put up dropped ceilings in a lovely swirl, as we cannot put any lighting from the ceiling because of the cement. **★★★★★ — edzt75, Feb. 2015** > Karla helped us to renovate our new home which has not been updated since the 1940s.. The house sat on the market for over a year because it was hard to visualize anything but small, dark, choppy rooms. It is now a bright, open and beautiful space that is unrecognizable to what it was before. Karla designed a state of the art kitchen suitable for a professional chef. She designed cabinetry in unique spaces that typically would be dead space. From hardware and light fixtures to custom cabinetry and wall removal, everything was designed and executed beautifully. **★★★★★ — thia4, Dec. 2014** > I hired Karla Trincanello (Interior Decisions) when we decided to re-do our Master Bedroom and needed help. She was able to give us exactly what we were looking for in terms of color, furniture and accessories. We needed guidance and we got so much more! The bedroom is perfect for our needs and taste, thanks to Karla! **★★★★★ — Daysi'O Galleria LLC, Aug. 2014** > It was a pleasure working with Karla in the Mansion in May Designer Show House 2014. Not only is Karla a creative and talented professional but she is also a very lovely person. We were delighted when she contacted us about the Mansion project and after several conversations we felt comfortable working with her. Karla and her talented staff did a wonderful and incredible job on the Mansion project. The room was stunning and creatively displayed. We look forward to working with her in many other projects! **★★★★★ — cldad123, Feb. 2014** > It was such a pleasure to work with Interior Decisions. We began working with Karla Trincanello on the renovation of our kitchen and first floor and then moved onto renovating the master bedroom and master bath. She has an excellent relationship with the contractor that she had recommended, and that helped to make our lives so much easier during construction. She has such an incredible vision of what the house should look like when it is completed and never misses a single detail to insure that everything looks perfect. Karla did a very nice job incorporating our ideas and vision into the final product. I am always amazed whenever I see the before and after pictures of how she transformed our home; it even made it into the pages of Design New Jersey magazine. I feel very fortunate to have worked with such a talented designer and I wouldn’t change a single thing. I would love to work with Karla and her staff in the future and would recommend her to anyone in need of a top-notch designer. **★★★★★ — Periwinkle Skies, LLC, Jan. 2014** > Karla is a creative professional and a joy to work with! Each project with her is beautifully unique. > --Tobi Indyke, Periwinkle Skies, LLC **★★★★★ — Amos Gern, Jan. 2014** > Karla is incredibly creative and has an amzing understanding of color and design. Although she has been the recipient of numerous industry awards and has had her work published in various professional magazines she will always listen her clients and works to make her design reflect their individual needs and tastes. Besides her unique talent she is very easy to work with because she really cares about her clients and works hard to insure they are happy with the results. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND INTERIOR DECISIONS! **★★★★★ — doug s, Jan. 2014** > I discovered Karla's work at The Mansion in May when her room took my breath away! I had been looking to do window treatments for a large window area overlooking a lake and had been taking my time waiting to find the right person because making a mistake in that area was not an option! The room Karla designed had the most incredible window treatments!! You could see through them yet they fit the room perfectly and were stunning. On top of that, I loved the colors in the room, the fabrics, furniture, accessories, lighting and cabinetry. Everything was done so beautifully. I had found my person!! Now, would I be able to get an appointment with her? The rest is magical! She returned my call immediately. We met the next day. Karla is the ultimate professional. I look forward to any project with her. I love her for her talents and love her so much as a person too. By the way.. our windows came out amazing! **★★★★★ — User, Dec. 2013** > It is with great pleasure that I highly recommend Karla as an interior designer for all your Interior Decisions. I have enjoyed a long relationship with Karla and she is, without question, the best of the best. She is a multi-talented designer who has impeccable taste, great ideas, resources from a variety of fantastic places, maintains meticulous attention to every detail and has vast professional design expertise. > > Karla's knowledge, experience, creativity, organizational and communication skills are superior. She has assisted us in details that were missed by architects and contractors making each and every one of our projects better and saving us so much money in the long run. Karla has worked with us on many projects of all sizes from picking paint colors, to window treatments of every type and complexity as well as kitchen and bath design and space planning. She has a calming effect on her clients and lights a fire in everyone else working on your project from beginning to end. > > She has a team assisting her to help manage jobs of every size. You may think you can look at pictures and do it yourself, but the end result with Karla will be better than your imagination and doing it on your own. Karla pulls it all together and puts that finishing touch that few, if any, can achieve on their own. She is an honest and good person and that, combined with all her other qualities, is a rare find; a treasure for sure. **★★★★★ — justjoan1, May 2013** > Working with karla was an absolutely wonderful experience... and it still is an ongoing project. From the time Karla evaluted our kitchen and dining room, she was right on target, her ideas, knowledge and guidance made our "make over' a complete success, She coordinated the project with our contractor and kept the project on time through a winter with snow delays and the Christmas holidays. She respected our budget and our ideas. The proof can be seen Design NJ Feb/March 2012. **★★★★★ — hydeeg, May 2013** > we reside in an older gracious home that was in need of a major Master bedroom/bathroom renovation. we were restricted to the use of the existing > space. Karla listened carefully to our needs and submitted a plan that was > both beautiful and functional. > > It was delightful to work with someone so experienced and knowledgeable. > Karla is very hardworking and always there to handle questions or concerns > you may have as things develop. > > Karla's standards are very high and she strives to give her clients that > experience. **★★★★★ — KarenMatte, April 2013** > I have worked with Karla Trincanello on at least 4 major home renovations over the past 20 years and have recommended her to friends who hired her and they recommended her to other friends and family. She has always done a wonderful job, leaving us all with inspired, livable and unique interiors that take into consideration our specific style, interests and budget. > > Most recently I hired Karla to help me with some major and minor upgrades to my house which we didn't get to, when I worked with her 7 years ago. These new renovations include: hardwood floors in the living room, dining room, foyer and a redesign with hardwood of the stairs to the second floor. In addition, she designed a totally renovated guest bathroom from tile design, vanity, counter top, mirrors, lighting, and fixtures. This is still in progress but all the pieces are wonderful together, the tile and floor designs are gorgeous and she worked with me to accomplish this with some budget constraints. Still to come, she is working with me on new drapes and carpet for the master bedroom, carpets for downstairs, and then an upgraded office / art studio furniture. > > Karla and her staff are wonderful to work with. They are very creative, always tuning in to the homeowner's preferences and always responsive, calm, helpful and professional. Karla has many years of experience and understands design and architecture from the inside out. This makes for NO mistakes because the material does not suit the environment or the space was not measured properly. In addition, Karla has access to a wealth of top notch contractors and suppliers in all fields that she has selected based on their skill, quality and professionalism. This again leads to a wonderful end result with NO bad surprises along the way. > > In previous projects with Karla, we have redone a horrible 1970’s master bath with a jetted tub to a spa like bath with a beautiful walk in shower and all the sprays, hidden shelves for towels and supplies and a marble seat with handheld shower. The tile design and layout are beautiful and Karla was creative and actually was able to reclaim space for the Master Bedroom to provide an alcove for a dresser, greatly enhancing that MB space too. Karla also did a major kitchen renovation for me, with beautiful cabinets, moldings, fixtures, floor, table and chairs and drapes. Karla is especially good at mixing favorite old pieces with new pieces that also stand the test of time. What you end up with is a room that suits you and is eclectic, elegant and timeless > The end results of all my projects have been beautiful and enduring. The only regrets I have ever had were when I overruled her recommendation, for example, 20 years ago I wanted a fabric that Karla warned me would look gray not blue in the room and I insisted that we use it anyway (she was right). The hardwood floors I am putting in now, she recommended doing them 7 years ago. I insisted on carpeting and the selection was beautiful and still looks good, but I have been wishing for hardwood ever since and now I am putting it in, but it is much more difficult since I am living there then it would have been when she first recommended it. > > Other of Karla's recommendations, that I followed have stood the test of time and have proven to be remarkably flexible. The chandeliers, furniture, mirrors, lighting, shelving (even many of the drapes) moved easily into my new home with minor modifications. > > For this recent renovation, I am working with a wonderful contractor Karla arranged for, who is the same one who did much of the work in my house the last time. He and his team are wonderful to work with also, high quality, considerate, professional, quiet, neat, and very resourceful. When I have questions or don't understand something in contractor "speak", I can always get advice from Karla. All the suppliers and contractors hold her in very high regard as well and work hard and creatively to deliver quality work on time and within budget for Karla and her clients > . > Karla is always be candid and honest. She will work within any budget and scope constraints, but will be clear about what you are giving up and will come up with alternatives. I get into a project and then think of other things I would like to do. She is flexible about additions and changes, but will be candid about her thoughts and will and let you know when doing something for may be shortsighted. > . > If I sound glowing about Karla Trincanello and Interior Decisions, its because after many experiences with her and her firm, my enthusiasm and regard for her have only grown deeper. Interior Decisions works in all genre's as you can see if you check her website. There you can see many results in a range of styles **★★★★★ — LindaKroll, April 2013** > After closing on our newly purchased home my husband and I began the daunting process of redecorating. We contacted and interviewed almost all of the advertised decorators in the county. All the glitz sounded impressive but something was missing. A friend suggested we contact Karla at Interior Decisions Inc. We had read about her work in Interior Design magazines and awards given for her work by her peers (competitors) so we scheduled a meeting. My husband and I had specific ideas on the overall theme of our home. We felt comfortable with Karla from the beginning. She listened to what our goals were and made suggestions we never thought of. We started with one room. Karla gave us many options while still staying within our budget. > > WOW the results were gorgeous. Visiting friends and family loved our newly decorated room. We were sold so we continued redecorating and remodeling the entire house with Interior Decisions. > > What started as a small job resulted in redecorating and remodeling our Kitchen, Foyer, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Master and Hall Bathrooms, Living Room, Sun Room, Media Room and even our front exterior. > > The professional service that Karla and her staff provided after carefully listening to our opinions was refreshing. In a few rooms we wanted to change the flow of the area. Karla suggested the redesigns and worked closely with our architect to achieve the beautiful end results. We were lucky to have met Karla and her staff. Our home is beautiful and we are constantly getting compliments from friends and family. **★★★★★ — diane211, Oct. 2012** > Karla creates MAGIC with whatever design project she tackles..from redesigning a multi-million dollar home to a client's powder room....She wins design award after design award and her work is featured in top design publications like "Design New Jersey".(two of her designs are featured in the current issue) She has supported the "Mansion in May" charitable design showcase houses for years and this year her "Hidden Respite" won the prestigious Tulip Award. People from all walks of life just marveled at what she created in a tiny sunporch...Karla is a master of solving decorating problems and displays dedication and integrity while applying her craft....a truly talented, classy lady who is so easy to work with no matter what the project.... **★★★★★ — egern, Oct. 2012** > Karla is incredibly creative and has an amazing understanding of color and design. Although she has been the recipient of numerous industry awards and has had her work published in various magazines she still always listens to the homeowner and works to make her design reflect their individual needs and tastes. Besides her unique talent she is very easy to work with because she really cares about her clients and works hard to insure they are happy with the results I highly recommend Interior Decisions! **★★★★★ — lindabloomstein, Oct. 2012** > i have known Karla for more than 12 years. She turned my ranch house which i really did not like into a home I love. We just added on a second floor and Karla has been there with me every step of the way. She worked beautifully with my architect when it was on the drawing board to assure every detail was addressed from a design viewpoint. She listened my wants and needs as she does with every client. I personally know quite a number of people who have used Karla and every house is different. She has the unique and important quality to satisfy her clients. It never is about what Karla likes. She guides and allows her clients to accessorize in whatever way they like. Some houses are very contemporary while some are very traditional. My own home is country French. It takes a person of extreme talent to accomplish this. Karla is knowledgeable in the history of furniture and art. She is ultra organized, fair, understanding and kind. She puts her heart and soul into every project regardless of the size. She always returns phone calls regardless of the hour or day. Karla is a remarkable interior designer and I feel blessed to have her create my dream home. **★★★★★ — mleef22, Oct. 2012** > We hired Interior Decisions to turn our unfinished basement into a space we could use for entertaining as well as a place our kids could use with their friends. Karla and her staff are very knowledgeable and took all of our requests into consideration. She designed the ultimate "sports bar/man cave" which exceeded all of our expectations. The attention to detail is evident throughout her work. The media area houses 3 t.v.'s for viewing multiple sporting events simultaneously or simply watching a movie. The custom bar and conversation areas seat several guests comfortably. Storage areas were also created to help with organization. Karla and her staff created a beautiful multi-purpose living space which has become a focal point of our home and the envy of all of our friends! **★★★★★ — Artisan Finishes LLC, Oct. 2012** > Karla Trincanello is an amazing designer that I feel lucky to have had the opportunity to work with. Over the years I have worked with many designers and Karla stands out as a favorite. She tunes in to each client and creates a vision that is custom to that client's style and personality. This you can see by all the wonderful pictures of her work. What you don't see is her keen business sense that manages each project. This is where not all designers are created equal. When I worked on projects with her she was able to clearly communicate her vision and provided color pallette, inspiration, time lines and budget so that every last detail could be executed perfectly. A lot of time and money can be wasted if this is not done. I can't emphasize enough the value of hiring a qualified designer like Karla who has the ability to execute her designs seemingly effortlessly. I was spoiled to work with Karla early in my career and look forward to working with her again if I ever return to NJ. ## Selected projects - [Mendham Corey Lane](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mendham-corey-lane-pj-vj~6768101) - Location: Mendham, NJ - Photos: 5 - [COVER OF MORRIS ESSEX HEALTH & LIFE MAGAZINE Oct/Nov 2020](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cover-of-morris-essex-health-and-life-magazine-oct-nov-2020-pj-vj~6412668) - Location: Florham Park, NJ - Photos: 2 - [Florham Park - Briarwood](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/florham-park-briarwood-pj-vj~6035414) - Location: Florham Park, NJ - Photos: 24 - Description: large 7 bedroom home, new construction. Style transitional, neutral color theme of gray with accent colors. White kitchen with large center island, we added a beautiful backsplash in white geometric marble and accented with brass. Navy blue accents the white kitchen beautifully Family room seats 12 with banquette game table seating and very comfortable with tV visible from kitchen as well as all points of the room. large two story foyer accented with molding and grand lighting. Stunning dining r… - [Montville Bath renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/montville-bath-renovation-pj-vj~5394014) - Location: Montville, NJ - Photos: 8 - [Tempewick Home Theater](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tempewick-home-theater-pj-vj~2777370) - Location: New Vernon, NJ - Photos: 10 - [Morristown Columbia Park Oheka](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/morristown-columbia-park-oheka-pj-vj~5999597) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 14 - [Peapack](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/peapack-pj-vj~2053118) - Location: Far Hills, NJ - Photos: 11 - Description: ASID Gold Award Winner - [Briarwood Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/briarwood-kitchen-pj-vj~6412821) - Location: Florham Park, NJ - Photos: 4 - [Warren Kitchen Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/warren-kitchen-renovation-pj-vj~41764) - Location: Warren, NJ - Photos: 7 - [Mansion in May Designer Show House 2017 - Precious X Two Nursery](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mansion-in-may-designer-show-house-2017-precious-x-two-nursery-pj-vj~2466252) - Location: Morristown, NJ - Photos: 5 - [Grace- Mansion in May - Morristown NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/grace-mansion-in-may-morristown-nj-pj-vj~41772) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 5 - Description: A soft elegant bedroom suite dedicated to Princess Grace for the Mansion in May 2010 show house. - [Town House renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/town-house-renovation-pj-vj~41778) - Location: Florham Park, NJ - Photos: 29 - Description: Retired couple sold their larger home to live in a townhouse community with all the ameneties, especially view of the golf course and lake. The sun shown so brightly through the windows facing the golf course and lake that you could never open the window treatments during the day. they wanted something new and wanted more open space. We removed walls and gave special treatments through three floors of living space. Take a look. - [Far Hills Master Bedroom & Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/far-hills-master-bedroom-and-bathroom-pj-vj~41776) - Location: Far Hills, NJ - Photos: 7 - Description: Country manor home master bathroom and bedroom with all the luxury and custom features. - [Home Cinema](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/home-cinema-pj-vj~41769) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 11 - [Harding Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/harding-renovation-pj-vj~1404689) - Location: New Vernon, NJ - Photos: 30 - [Warren Traditional Tuscan](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/warren-traditional-tuscan-pj-vj~111177) - Location: Warren, NJ - Photos: 23 - Description: Renovation project that started with the kitchen design, then the family room, then the rest of the house. The family had been to Italy and fell in love with Tuscany and wanted their home to reflect the style and warm comfort of the Italian Tuscan Hills. Each area was renovated with warm woods, ceiling designs and a level of comfort that beckoned everyone to relax and enjoy the their new tuscan home. - [Florham Park Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/florham-park-residence-pj-vj~2160817) - Location: Florham Park, NJ - Photos: 4 - [Jackie's Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/jackie-s-retreat-pj-vj~41802) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 4 - [Mansion in May Designer Show House 2014](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mansion-in-may-designer-show-house-2014-pj-vj~547018) - Location: Gladstone, NJ - Photos: 6 - Description: Mansion in May 2014 Designer Show House. Beaux Arts limestone mansion in Peapack-Gladstone, NJ. - [Verona](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/verona-pj-vj~41813) - Location: Verona, NJ - Photos: 8 [See all 48 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/karla-trincanello-cid-interior-decisions-inc-pfvwus-pf~1669344410) ## Video - [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/840728648.m3u8?s=a5a749ef667f4286c8672ec8a842a02b6b846a0e&oauth2_token_id=1384357804) ## Ideabooks - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/130483667/list/wish-list) — 9 ideas - [designchk's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4555167/list/designchk-s-ideas) — 3 ideas [See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/designchk) ## Community Q&A **Q: Would you mind sharing the paint colors and manufacturer? Thanks!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you. The walls are Benjamin Moore OC 20 Pale Oak, Aura paint, matte finish.thank **Q: where can i purchase the cabinet hardware?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: About the hardware, I think they were antique hardware that I found. **Q: Hi! Could you tell me stain color of the light cabinet? Thank you!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Painted antique white with light mocha glaze **Q: Gorgeous kitchen! What is the stain on the cherry cabinets? Thanks!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Mocha glaze **Q: Can you tell me about the floor?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The floor is designed with 3 x 6 porcelain tiles and laid in a Herringbone pattern. Good luck. **Q: What is the ceiling color, please?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: BEnjamin Moore Linen white --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-04.*