--- title: "Violante & Rochford Interiors — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/violante-and-rochford-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1829760301 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1829760301.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Violante & Rochford Interiors" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/7de3746c03a9779c_5132-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "405 Paseo de Peralta, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501, United States" latitude: 35.6975 longitude: -105.9821 phone: "(212) 727-2155" website: http://www.vrinteriors.com rating: 5 review_count: 8 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 112 last_updated: 2026-08-25 --- # Violante & Rochford Interiors Original Houzz profile: [Violante & Rochford Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/violante-and-rochford-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1829760301) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Santa Fe, NM - **Serves:** Santa Fe, Colorado, Texas - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (8 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2017–2018), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves Welcome to Violante & Rochford Interiors. We are a Santa Fe, New Mexico based interior design firm that works extensively throughout the U.S. It is our greatest pleasure to provide full service interior design from traditional to contemporary. We are located in the heart of downtown Santa Fe. We have a brand new showroom in a historic 1915 Arts and Crafts home complete with convenient parking. Please come see our interior design studios and retail store. All interior photographs on this site are taken by Wendy McEahern photography LLC ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom 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 - Floor Plans - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Playroom Design - Custom Furniture - Nursery Design - House Plans - Custom Home Bars - Basement Design - Custom Bookcases - Custom Rugs - Sunroom Design & Construction - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Shelving - Custom Pantries - Home Staging - Kitchen Remodeling ### Areas Served - Santa Fe - Colorado - Texas ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Violante & Rochford Interiors | | Address | 405 Paseo de Peralta, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501, United States | | Phone | (212) 727-2155 | | Website | http://www.vrinteriors.com | | Followers on Houzz | 112 | ## Offers Come Visit Our Showroom! ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Violante & Rochford Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/violante-and-rochford-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1829760301) - **Website:** http://www.vrinteriors.com - **Phone:** (212) 727-2155 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2017–2018), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 8 reviews** ### All 8 reviews **★★★★★ — hanpam41, April 2016** > We met Paul Rochford and Michael Violante about 7 years ago when we bought a second home in Santa Fe, NM. At our first meeting with them, we were impressed with their desire to help us with an interior design that would reflect our interests and lifestyle and would combine Southwestern elements with those things we wanted to use from our home in Washington, DC. They were receptive to our ideas and seemed happy to work in a collaborative effort with us. > They shared their experience and knowledge in all aspects of the interior design process - from architectural elements, to the use of color and light, to the selection of materials, furniture, fabrics, and accessories, and introduced us to many expert craftsmen and artists whom they enlisted for our project. > Paul and Michael are true gentlemen and are very well know and respected in Santa Fe. We feel privileged to be their clients. **Comment from Violante & Rochford Interiors:** > Thank you so much! It was a pleasure to work with you! **★★★★★ — d\_debbieray, April 2016** > It is always a privilege to work with exceptional designers like Michael Violante and Paul Rochford. They are professional and knowledgeable, not only about the design industry but also about their clients. Their intuition and ability to listen and implement their clients' desires, coupled with their skills in leading the design process, makes them invaluable for any design project. We are beginning our second major project with Violante and Rochford and look forward to another outstanding outcome. Their creativity and attention to service and detail make what can be a stressful process a true pleasure. **Comment from Violante & Rochford Interiors:** > It was a privilege to work with you as well. Thank you for your glowing review! **★★★★★ — kburns7x, April 2016** > We have been working with Violante & Rochford for 3 years. The experience has been fantastic. Paul and Michael bring a sophisticated style to their national clientele that incorporates their interests, taste, timeline, and budget into a thoughtful and unique interior design.. Violante & Rochford are highly collaborative, transparent, and on time with their projects. The design process has been fun and stress free.. Listening to the client has been a core skill at V&R as their creativity will always weave a clients personality into a unique home design. V&R are consummate professionals and highly devoted to creating a home you will be proud to share with friends and family. **Comment from Violante & Rochford Interiors:** > We're so happy that you're satisfied with our service. Thanks for taking the time to review! **★★★★★ — cfbell94, April 2016** > Michael and Paul are superb decorators. When I had definite ideas about what I wanted, they centered their design process around that. When I was less certain, they came up with creative, sophisticated ideas. I am so glad I chose them to completely furnish our new home--the result is spectacular. And I should mention that the whole project was super fun, thanks to Paul and Michael! **Comment from Violante & Rochford Interiors:** > It was a blast for us as well! Thank you! **★★★★★ — User, April 2016** > Michael and Paul provide impeccably professional services. The key to their work is that they listen and take the time to understand and get to know their clients. We become a team. They don't just design a house. They sculpt and create a home that reflects not just their impeccable taste but is a mirror of the client they have gotten to know and care for. It is personal for them. A journey. **Comment from Violante & Rochford Interiors:** > We couldn't agree more! Thank you so much for the review! **★★★★★ — annalivi, April 2016** > Violante and Rochford worked with me to completely transform our Santa Fe mountain home over a period of nearly four years! Although they made things happen quickly and got goods from vendors in the fastest possible time, we kept working with them over the years because we just loved the magic that they helped to create in our home! Of course they are beyond professional, but also very enjoyable and fun to work with! I'm in Atlanta now and am still asking them to help me with my new house! > They are both so gracious, and creative - I'm crazy about them AND their fabulous work!! **Comment from Violante & Rochford Interiors:** > It is always a pleasure to work with you! We so appreciate the review! **★★★★★ — janavent, April 2016** > I highly recommend Violante & Rochford. They provided outstanding expertise in furnishing our home and showcasing our mechanical puzzle and antique quilt collections. I was particularly impressed with their enthusiasm and how well they collaborated with us to make it our home. They are delightful to work with and have an impressive group of artisans to customize furniture & textiles. Do yourself a favor and just hire them. **Comment from Violante & Rochford Interiors:** > So happy you had a great experience working with us! Hope to work together again! **★★★★★ — a\_silver\_teapot, April 2016** > Paul and Michael are the best, simply the best! Dedicated, competent, kind, patient beyond belief, witty, and talented. I've worked with them on three projects and we're midway through the fourth, a whole house remodel of a lake property. I always start out with strong opinions and vague ideas, unable to imagine what I want, but by the end of the process it is perfect. They are highly professional, creative, and at the same time down-to-earth. Most of all, fun to work with! **Comment from Violante & Rochford Interiors:** > Thank you for your kind words! We adore working with you, too! ## Selected projects - [Camino del Monte Sol](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/camino-del-monte-sol-pj-vj~1722561) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 11 - Description: We completed this project for a homeowner who had never worked with an interior designer before. The owner wanted her second-home to be redone by us. We gave the house a totally new look, including antique pieces from our personal collection, found on our travels around the world. - [East Alameda Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/east-alameda-renovation-pj-vj~2558731) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 20 - [Old Santa Fe Trail Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/old-santa-fe-trail-contemporary-pj-vj~1545419) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 8 - Description: We opened up this space by keeping a clean and spacious background with pops of color to make the home flow. Take a look at this beautiful contemporary-style project that has a bright and airy feel. - [La Tierra Classic](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/la-tierra-classic-pj-vj~1725502) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 6 - Description: We had a great time working on this home with clients from California. Our goal was to give a nod to the southwest without being contrived. - [Las Campanas Transitional](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/las-campanas-transitional-pj-vj~1545281) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 10 - Description: An elegant combination of clean contemporary lines with traditional warmth. - [East Palace Gem](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/east-palace-gem-pj-vj~1543240) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 11 - Description: This home is completely about charm. It is small, but a gem. Combining clean lined furniture with both Spanish and Mexican antiques makes this a true stand out. - [Canyon Road](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/canyon-road-pj-vj~1725522) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 21 - Description: This is an AMAZING home that we worked on in conjunction with Woods Builders. A complete renovation that has transformed this historic property. The interior combines classic form with a modern twist. Lewallen Galleries in Santa Fe New Mexico was a complete pleasure to work with for art placement. We LOVE LOVE LOVE this home. - [East Coast Meets Santa Fe](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/east-coast-meets-santa-fe-pj-vj~1725955) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 15 - Description: A beautiful estate, the property was restored to its original grandeur with amenities and upgrades that make it energy efficient, like its gardens/landscaping that is distinctly water-saving. The owners, from Washington, DC, had been visiting Santa Fe for decades with their children. Now, with grown children and a house filled with grandchildren, they wanted a chic, serene home perfect for large-scale entertaining, outdoor life, while still being kid-friendly. This is now the perfect home for a… - [Sante Fe Historic](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sante-fe-historic-pj-vj~603493) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 17 - Description: This home has been such a joy to create with the owners. It has been an adventure in finding all the perfect pieces that create layers in this home that are well collected, diverse and yet the flow seems effortless. - [Tesque Ridge Road](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tesque-ridge-road-pj-vj~1545448) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 8 - Description: Located in one of the most amazing sites of Santa Fe, this warm contemporary environment allowed us to play off of so many of the natural qualities of the landscape. - [Circle Drive](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/circle-drive-pj-vj~1543070) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 8 - Description: What a FUN home this was to work on!! Our clients are collectors of fine quilts and sculptural puzzles. Just about every decision made was based on their collections. COLOR COLOR COLOR is what this house is about - and what a house it is!! Renovations done by Woods Builders who referred us to these clients. - [Las Campanas Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/las-campanas-contemporary-pj-vj~603333) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 9 - Description: A fabulous contemporary home in the exclusive community of Las Campanas. Although contemporary in style - we blended ancient art and antiquity to comprise a unique environment. - [East Alameda Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/east-alameda-cottage-pj-vj~603522) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 12 - Description: This is a gem located in the heart of Santa Fe's historic Canyon Road area. Originally this property was the main residence for all of the east side fruit orchards beginning in the late 1800's. [See all 13 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/violante-and-rochford-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1829760301) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-25.*