--- title: "Sesshu Design Associates, Ltd — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/sesshu-design-associates-ltd-pfvwus-pf~184641170 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~184641170.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Sesshu Design Associates, Ltd" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/54f361b50ce1d9b5_1294-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Scottsdale, Arizona 85250, United States" phone: "(480) 275-2968" website: http://www.sesshudesign.com rating: 4.8 review_count: 21 best_of_houzz_awards: 9 followers: 689 last_updated: 2026-08-24 --- # Sesshu Design Associates, Ltd Original Houzz profile: [Sesshu Design Associates, Ltd](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/sesshu-design-associates-ltd-pfvwus-pf~184641170) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Scottsdale, AZ - **Serves:** Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, Tempe, Flagstaff, Fountain Hills, Paradise Valley, California, Colorado, Desert View Village, Gainey Ranch, Idaho, Jackson Hole, Kierland, McCormick Ranch, Montana, New Mexico, North Scottsdale, Utah, western US - **Houzz rating:** 4.8 out of 5 (21 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 9 awards (2013–2020), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 25,000 Ideabook Saves - Eco-friendly - Award winning - 21 years in business Sesshu Design has won BEST OF HOUZZ for every year since 2013 for both DESIGN & SERVICE! Recently featured in the Rolls-Royce Owner's Club annual publication, Strive for Perfection. We are a boutique firm that offers interior design services for the design of custom "one of a kind" new homes and renovations, as well as full service furnishing and accessories. Every home is an original creation tailored to the unique lifestyle of each client. As you can see by the profiled projects we offer a very wide array of styles. This is intentional. We will actively listen and work to learn YOUR style, and then sculpt that style, with your wants and needs, and your dreams into your home. Tanya Shively, an award-winning interior designer who works with prominent clients in the Scottsdale area and around the country, is Arizona’s foremost authority on green design. Tanya, who has 21 years of design experience. is an “Accredited Professional” certified in the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program. Her upcoming book on green design is the latest in her series of publications. She is the author of the book “How to Avoid Interior Design Nightmares,” and the guide entitled: “The Do’s and Don’t’s of Designing Your Dream Home.” Tanya is known for her extraordinary customer service and for creating unique, one-of-a-kind interiors that are both luxurious and eco-friendly. Her company, Sesshu Design, is backed by a team of skilled professionals knowledgeable in green design. They include custom furniture makers, painters, tile experts, faux finishers, lighting specialists, plasterers, landscape designers and other craftsmen. Tanya, who holds an interior design degree, constantly expands her industry knowledge by taking continuing education courses and attending professional conferences. She is a longtime member of the American Society of Interior Designers, the nation’s oldest and longest-established organization of design professionals. Please call us at 480-275-2968 to discuss your project. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Living Room Design - Bedroom Design - Furniture Selection - Kids Bedroom Design - Dining Room Design - Laundry Room Design - Universal Design - Home Theater Design - Sustainable Design - Energy-Efficient Homes - Feng Shui Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Home Office Design ### Areas Served - Phoenix - Mesa - Scottsdale - Tempe - Flagstaff - Fountain Hills - Paradise Valley - California - Colorado - Desert View Village - Gainey Ranch - Idaho - Jackson Hole - Kierland - McCormick Ranch - Montana - New Mexico - North Scottsdale - Utah - western US ### Typical Job Cost $250,000 - 1,000,000+ ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Sesshu Design Associates, Ltd | | Address | Scottsdale, Arizona 85250, United States | | Phone | (480) 275-2968 | | Website | http://www.sesshudesign.com | | Followers on Houzz | 689 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/sesshudesign - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/tanyashively - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/in/tanyashively - Blog — http://blog.sesshudesign.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Sesshu Design Associates, Ltd](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/sesshu-design-associates-ltd-pfvwus-pf~184641170) - **Website:** http://www.sesshudesign.com - **Phone:** (480) 275-2968 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - ASID - LEED AP - 1st Place, 2010 ASID Awards, Bathroom - Platinum, 2004 Best in American Living, Custom Residential Design (Over 6000 sq ft) - 2nd Place, 2003 ASID Awards, Residential Interior Design (Over 6000 sq ft) - 2nd Place, 2001 ASID Awards, Furnishings – Product Design - **Best of Houzz:** 9 awards (2013–2020), 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) - [ASID Arizona North](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/asid-arizona-north-pfvwus-pf~790120772) - [LEED AP](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/leed-ap-pfvwus-pf~1386238498) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.8 out of 5 — 21 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Bianchi Design, Nov. 2024** > I highly recommend Tanya as your designer! Her professionalism and kind, calming disposition, in addition to her impeccable taste and creativity, is the winning combination. You need all of these attributes in your guide. Her innate qualities will lead you through a great experience, to an outcome you will enjoy both during and after. We've had the opportunity to work together on several joint projects, and have attended several professional development retreats together where we were able to get to understand each other both professionally and personally. Tanya is the real deal, a class act. She will take care of you in your enterprise. **Comment from Sesshu Design Associates, Ltd:** > Thankyou, Kirk! It has been a true pleasure to collaborate with you on projects and I look forward to future projects. **★★★★★ — Sally Caglioti, Feb. 2019** > We have worked with Tanya on a very ambitious and lengthy home renovation. The project has required design of almost every room in the house and is near completion. We are thrilled with the results, the look and feel of our new rooms and the flow of the design throughout our home. In addition to participating as an important member of our project team, Tanya has filled in and supported us when others dropped the ball. She has been a constant for us; always responsive, flexible when we changed directions and a great listener. It has been a joy to work with Tanya and her team. She is a fantastic and creative professional who truly cares about her clients and finding the perfect solutions. **★★★★★ — David Letourneau, Nov. 2017** > Tanya is a true professional and a pleasure to work with. She can help virtually any client create beautiful environments. We look forward to working with her on many more projects in the future. > David Letourneau > Alair Homes > Scottsdale, AZ **Comment from Sesshu Design Associates, Ltd:** > Thank you David! I could easily say the same about you. I really appreciate your system for estimates that make clients feel so much more confident in their decisions! I look forward to working together on many future projects. **★★★★★ — Melissa Matson, Aug. 2017** > I have worked with Tanya Shively of Sesshu Design Associates on several home projects and renovations on and off for 3 years now. I can't say enough good things about her. I love her eye for fresh new designs and how she strives to help you make your space feel like your own. We are now starting a complete renovation on our kitchen and I'm so excited with all of the different options she presented us with. She has been professional, dedicated, and passionate about creating a wonderful experience during our renovation projects. I would highly recommend her! **Comment from Sesshu Design Associates, Ltd:** > Melissa, thank you for the great review! It has been a true pleasure working with you on all of your projects, and I look forward to the exciting new things to come! I really appreciate the way you make such quick decisions and we move forward right away. **★★★★★ — Michael Dudley, May 2017** > Our company, M.S.Dudley Development has used Tanya with Sesshu Design on a few jobs and they do a fabulous job from start to finish. We would definitely recommend her firm again and again. **Comment from Sesshu Design Associates, Ltd:** > Thank you, Mike! I have always enjoyed working with you to create beautiful homes for our clients. Hope to work together again soon! **★★★★★ — Diane Hohmann, Dec. 2014** > Tanya is amazing! > > I was referred to Tanya by our contractor - he told me he thought "we would work well together". That is an understatement... > > When my husband and I moved to Scottsdale, our home had a room that the previous owners used as an exercise area. Having a separate building for exercise, etc. in our community, I decided to upgrade this space to - as my husband calls it - my (wo)man cave. The transformation includes a custom-made desk, cabinet and shelving unit; a comfy reading chair and ottoman; an amazing area rug; window treatments; and, absolutely beautiful grasscloth wallpaper that adds texture and ties everything together. > > Tanya and I hit it off during our first consultation. I felt inspired then and during our subsequent consultations. She LISTENED to my thoughts/concerns/ideas and presented options that kept those in mind. > > As we worked on that one room, we branched out to others areas/rooms of our home which are still works in progress. They include the lower level, our master bedroom, new carpeting and paint in many rooms, and various other "touches" throughout our home. We are still having a great time with these interior design projects. > > Tanya really knows how to design any living space, is inspirational, has great ideas, and is a pleasure to work with. **★★★★★ — thoecker, Nov. 2014** > Tanya helped in our interior remodel and decorating project. She listened to what we wanted, did all the foot work and parred down choices for our decisions. We have been extremely pleased with the outcome. She worked well with our contractor and subcontractors. We will continue to use Tanya and recommend her to others. **Comment from Sesshu Design Associates, Ltd:** > Thank you so much, Tom and Sue! It was truly a please working with you to create your beautiful home. And thank you for the referrals you have given me. **★★★★★ — tedadams, Feb. 2013** > I have worked with Tanya, as a vendor of high end custom carpets, for years and have found her to be such a fresh, intelligent and positive design talent. She is engaging and very talented. Her ability to select high quality materials and finishes, all with such good taste is a true testament to her talent and her design education. > She is particularly great with color and has a brilliant sense of design scale, relative to the overall space she is working on architecturally. She has learned how to get for her clients, what they want... all the while making sure that she specifies products that are of high quality, that have great style, and those that will have a long lasting and enduring nature. I would hire her in a second, to do design work on my own home and would trust her to have my best interest at heart. That is a great balancing act if you can pull it off, and Tanya surely can! **★★★★★ — valarieandmark, Feb. 2013** > I have known Tanya for 10 years as a business associate. We have worked on many high end residential projects together and I have seen first hand her professionalism and design expertise. > She is a true artist in her field. **★★★★★ — Joe Zazzera, Feb. 2013** > We worked together with Tanya on a residential project last year. Her project knowledge and timing co-ordination of the installation were great. Due to her understanding of the design and trades, the installation went smoothly and perfectly. Tanya takes the time to understand all facets of the job, making the installation go very smoothly for the trades and for the client. **★★★★★ — jeffhillis, Feb. 2013** > I was very impressed with Tanya's focus and dedication from full service large scale projects to even the smallest. She is committed to exceeding her clients expectations from the very moment she begins each project. **★★★★★ — Design Concepts/Interiors, LLC, Feb. 2013** > Tanya Shively is a creative and talented Professional Designer. I have known her for the past eight years and her rapport with both her clients and vendors is beyong reproach. > I highly recommend that anyone looking for a true professional in the Scottsdale area should contact Sesshu Design Associates first!!! You will be glad you did! ## Selected projects - [Desert Mountain Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/desert-mountain-contemporary-pj-vj~2471189) - Location: Scottsdale, AZ - Photos: 15 - Description: A major renovation project in the luxury golf community, Desert Mountain. this home was built in the 90's and needed a face-lift with new flooring in bedrooms and offices, new wall and ceiling treatments, and all new furnishings. The high wood ceiling in the great room had been painted and a refinish to a gorgeous warm stained wood made the space feel more inviting. The fireplaces were updated with new stacked stone and copper surrounds from the original faux paint. The renovation included expan… - [Desert Transitional - Mountain Shadows](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/desert-transitional-mountain-shadows-pj-vj~1077562) - Location: Scottsdale, AZ - Photos: 10 - Description: This renovation in the Mountain Shadows East community of Paradise Valley, Arizona is light and bright with a more contemporary style. The owners kept some of their more traditional furnishings, which add an eclectic mix that personalizes the home. Natural materials, neutral colors, and lots of texture give this home a welcoming and comfortable feeling. Client: This boomer couple were downsizing from that large family home into a more comfortable and convenient home that fit their current lifest… - [Sendero - Paradise Valley Formal Transitional](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sendero-paradise-valley-formal-transitional-pj-vj~44949) - Location: Paradise valley, AZ - Photos: 5 - Description: A traditional home with touches of modern in the art, fabrics and livability. This traditional style home has elements of French, Mediterranean and Old World that all combine in an eclectic mix that creates a welcoming, not stuffy environment. Traditional furnishings paired with contemporary art and cozy textures invite you to get comfortable in this family room. The best review is a repeat client, which these are, but we also love hearing things like this - “I so enjoyed the experience of worki… - [SW Contemporary - Desert Mountain](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sw-contemporary-desert-mountain-pj-vj~1077558) - Location: Scottsdale, AZ - Photos: 5 - Description: Called her "Wo-man Cave", the owner loves this room. This study was designed for the lady of the house to create a sanctuary space for her to escape and relax. It showcases her favorite Native American and contemporary art, with a bit of nature inspired details. The client was thrilled with the result - "Tanya and I hit it off during our first consultation. I felt inspired then and during our subsequent consultations. She LISTENED to my thoughts/concerns/ideas and presented options that kept tho… - [Mountain Formal - Bachelor Gulch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mountain-formal-bachelor-gulch-pj-vj~96445) - Location: Avon, CO - Photos: 13 - Description: Blending a formal, traditional style of furnishings with the rugged, rustic architecture of this mountain home was deftly accomplished using cozy, casual fabrics and finishes. This timeless style is comfortable and easy to live with. - [Contemporary Transitional - Scottsdale](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-transitional-scottsdale-pj-vj~2471329) - Location: Scottsdale, AZ - Photos: 10 - Description: A complete interior renovation that involved opening up the kitchen to the great room, and reworking the master suite, this patio home in Scottsdale was a major update from the 80's decor and layout it originally had. All flooring, cabinetry, fixtures and walls were completely redone to create a more modern feeling that still worked with some of the owner's transitional style furnishings. Many new furniture pieces were added to fit the new space as they were downsizing from a large custom home.… - [Santa Barbara Hope](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/santa-barbara-hope-pj-vj~96438) - Location: Santa Barbara, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: An extensive remodel of a home in Hope Ranch that took over three years. It involved redoing all the electrical, plumbing and interior finishes as well as adding two guest bedrooms and enlarging the kitchen and family room. The architectural details were also changed, making a rather plain 80's ranch style into a gorgeous Spanish Mediterranean home. “First, and most importantly, they listened and heard what my needs and wants were. They then gave professional direction to accomplish these goals.… - [Troon North](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/troon-north-pj-vj~7094) - Location: Scottsdale, AZ - Photos: 8 - Description: Major remodel included changing all finishes other than kitchen cabinets. Notable changes include the wet bar in the great room and the powder room. Custom glass mosaic tile and a mix of natural materials bring an unusual aesthetic to this great room space. This award-winning remodeled powder room’s custom concrete sink with streams of water falling into a pebble-filled basin serves as both faucet and water feature. - [Custom Furnishings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-furnishings-pj-vj~2471623) - Location: Scottsdale, AZ - Photos: 11 - Description: Custom furniture is one of our specialties, and we frequently utilize our talented local craftsmen to create unique pieces that are perfectly tailored for the space. - [Sagewood Condo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sagewood-condo-pj-vj~7095) - Location: Phoenix, AZ - Photos: 3 - Description: This project is a model for Sagewood Senior Retirement Living. They needed a fast turnaround to have the home available for their opening to show potential owners. The space was completed except for furnishings and window coverings, but the allotted time to completely furnish was only a month. - [Spa Sanctuary Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spa-sanctuary-master-bath-pj-vj~44947) - Location: Paradise Valley, AZ - Photos: 2 - Description: This complete remodel of a master bath suite took a dated 80′s style space to a sleek, elegant and sophisticated retreat. Calacatta marble mixed with custom mosaics of recycled glass and porcelain is interesting and dynamic. The subtle pattern of the wallcovering adds just enough visual texture to soften the coolness of the stone. The countertop on this vanity is a slab of recycled glass in a solid white- very sleek, durable and eco-friendly. The client is a busy professional woman with an inter… - [Scottsdale Condo Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/scottsdale-condo-remodel-pj-vj~422207) - Location: Scottsdale, AZ - Photos: 4 - Description: A dated condo was taken from boring, beige and white with a very 80's finish palette and opened up, with fresh colors, materials and a comfortable, modern style. The couple whose primary home is in Edmonton, Canada wanted a simple, clean, modern look that was easy to live in. They needed someone to oversee the project while they were away, and asked for recommendations for builder and sub-contractors. - [Modern Showhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-showhouse-pj-vj~2471411) - Location: Paradise Valley, AZ - Photos: 6 - Description: Whether it’s a dramatic Pop Art print, mixed media on canvas, or a framed photograph, art in a home reveals much about its inhabitants and their style. We worked hand in hand with local galleries to select pieces for four spaces in the Paradise Valley Designer Showhouse. This is a home built on spec, with an affluent, up and coming couple in mind as the eventual buyers. This Paradise Valley gem has prized views of Camelback Mountain from many property vantage points. Fittingly, the site was led… - [Desert Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/desert-contemporary-pj-vj~96457) - Location: Scottsdale, AZ - Photos: 6 - Description: This large custom home was created for a busy professional couple whose primary home was in Pennsylvania. The home was designed and built from the ground up over the course of 3 years, with no detail being left to chance. A contemporary home with a focus on original artwork and the beauty of the desert setting, this house was personalized in every aspect. Natural stone, copper, warm neutral backgrounds and loads of texture characterize the style we call "Desert Contemporary". The art work dictat… - [Custom contemporary tables](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-contemporary-tables-pj-vj~2529462) - Location: Scottsdale, AZ - Photos: 2 - [Home Theaters](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/home-theaters-pj-vj~2533051) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: A custom designed home theater creates an unmatched movie watching experience that is the ultimate in luxury and comfort. We work with home audio/video professionals to design spaces that not only look great but function great as well. This is a space to indulge your fantasy and create something truly unique. - [Custom Cabinets](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-cabinets-pj-vj~2532134) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - Description: We frequently design and have made custom cabinets, bookcases, and built-in furnishings for our client's homes. The styles range from Old World to contemporary, but the common theme is a bespoke attention to detail that always perfectly suits the home. [See all 17 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/sesshu-design-associates-ltd-pfvwus-pf~184641170) ## Ideabooks - [Fedewa](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/184510650/list/fedewa) — 1 idea - [Muratore Tahoe](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/182427120/list/muratore-tahoe) — 45 ideas - [Entry](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/182001871/list/entry) — 6 ideas - [Franklin](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/167408068/list/franklin) — 20 ideas - [Maxson](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/144003303/list/maxson) — 34 ideas - [Styczynski](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/157230361/list/styczynski) — 8 ideas - [OMG projects](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/155658022/list/omg-projects) — 1 idea - [Ruckman stairs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/151820481/list/ruckman-stairs) — 5 ideas - [Chipman](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/124440132/list/chipman) — 21 ideas - [Caglioti](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/72941263/list/caglioti) — 2 ideas - [hoxie](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/63220863/list/hoxie) — 28 ideas - [Matson kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/58440363/list/matson-kitchen) — 2 ideas - [lobby entry](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/35156015/list/lobby-entry) — 17 ideas - [Employee Lounge/Bar](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/28172829/list/employee-lounge-bar) — 23 ideas - [Alfresco Dining](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25977499/list/alfresco-dining) — 6 ideas - [contemporary powder rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/18032265/list/contemporary-powder-rooms) — 8 ideas - [Modern Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5516568/list/modern-kitchens) — 8 ideas [See all 17 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/sesshu) ## Community Q&A **Q: Beautiful console. Where can I buy it?** *(in Photo Questions)* Beautiful console! Where can I buy it if it isn't custom? thank you. A: This particular one is 72" L x 15" w x 29" H Natural Walnut Finish with Graphite Approximate price (will have to confirm updated pricing) is $6450.00 **Q: Faucet** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi, can you please tell me what kind of a faucet this is? Can you share the source? Many thanks! A: this was custom built by a local craftsman for me **Q: Who makes the coffee table/ottoman** *(in Photo Questions)* A: This is a custom table available through Sesshu Design. If you are interested in purchasing one, please contact me directly. **Q: The Coffee Table manufacturer?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: This is a custom table available through Sesshu Design. If you are interested in purchasing one, please contact me directly. **Q: Who makes the 2 ottomans purchasing info pleas** *(in Photo Questions)* A: These are custom ottomans available through Sesshu Design. If you are interested in more, please contact me at tanya at sesshudesign.com **Q: Do you know where I can find this rug?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The client purchased this rug on a trip to Turkey. :) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-24.*