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title: "Designs in Context — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz"
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address: "1585 N Milwaukee Ave Ste 5, Libertyville, Illinois 60048, United States"
latitude: 42.281
longitude: -87.95
phone: "(847) 367-7817"
website: http://www.designsincontext.com
rating: 4.9
review_count: 7
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followers: 58
last_updated: 2026-09-08
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# Designs in Context

Original Houzz profile: [Designs in Context](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/designs-in-context-pfvwus-pf~1921049722)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators
- **Location:** Libertyville, IL
- **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (7 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2022), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Recommended on Houzz
- 10 Ideabook Saves

Full service interior design, kitchen and bath design and remodeling, color scheme, space planning, window treatments, furnishings, tile, flooring

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Designs in Context |
| Address | 1585 N Milwaukee Ave Ste 5, Libertyville, Illinois 60048, United States |
| Phone | (847) 367-7817 |
| Website | http://www.designsincontext.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 58 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Designs in Context](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/designs-in-context-pfvwus-pf~1921049722)
- **Website:** http://www.designsincontext.com
- **Phone:** (847) 367-7817

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2022), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 7 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 50.0

### All 7 reviews

**★★★★★ — julesgarden, June 2021**

> We are now completing our third project with Betsy at Designs in Context. I have only high praise for her and her team of professionals, from office staff to contractors. She is able to take my rough ideas and create my dream spaces. Projects are completed in a timely manner and within budget. My newly renovated kitchen is almost finished and it is gorgeous! I would not hesitate to recommend Betsy for any project!

**★★★★★ — mjscas, March 2015**

> Very reactive to customer needs, well qualified and expert on remodeling kitchen.  Any issues that were not quite right or changes needed, reacted quickly.  Proactive on suggestions and understanding customer wants.  Very professional with a warm friendly attitude.  Have used in the past and will use again.

**★★★★★ — mularka, March 2015**

> I have worked with Designs in Context for over 20 years. From the beginning, I was impressed with Betsy's knowledge, adaptability when things came up, her responsiveness, follow-through, and her ability to stay within our designated budget, She has helped make my house a home!

**★★★★★ — laurakline24, Feb. 2015**

> We had our kitchen, laundry room, and powder room designed by Pam at Designs In Context.  She listened to our needs and desires and created a great design that we fell in love with and are still very happy with many years later.

**★★★★★ — libraryknit, Feb. 2015**

> For over 20 years, Betsy has been my go-to person for all my decorating projects. What I love about Betsy is that she furthers my vision, transforming it from a rather vague idea into something even better. Also, I am a do-it-yourselfer for some projects, and Betsy often helps by coaching me through the process. And all without a hard-sell approach. She's also one of the nicest people you could ever meet.

**★★★★★ — cdawrite, Feb. 2015**

> I have had Designs in Context help me both update and remodel three different homes in the last twenty years. Their expert advice and guidance resulted in three unique interiors that enhanced not only our living space but the resale value as well. I highly recommend their services.

**★★★★ — dcm444, Feb. 2015**

> I worked with Anna Macanowicz on a hand full of projects including a home built in the 1970's and a brand new house. Anna was thoughtful with our budget, she listened to our desires carefully and encouraged us to explore colors or designs we would not have thought about.
>
> Anna and Designs in Context, helped us find the right master bath tile, the tile, vanity and faucet for a guest bath, wall colors, fixtures and furniture for our brand new home. We couldn't have created the lovely space we did without them.
>
> We also used Designs in Context to layout a master bedroom including purchasing furniture. Again, we were pleased with the fact that they worked within our budget and style.
>
> Anna and the team have experience in dealing with contractors, architects and they have a wealth of resources. I highly recommend Designs in Context.

## Selected projects

- [OUTDOOR](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/outdoor-pj-vj~695210)
  - Location: Not specified
- [KITCHEN](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-pj-vj~694902)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 34
- [BATH](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bath-pj-vj~694988)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 39
- [LIVING](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/living-pj-vj~694942)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 15
- [Our Work](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/our-work-pj-vj~655483)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9

[See all 5 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/designs-in-context-pfvwus-pf~1921049722)

## Ideabooks

- [Mud Room Lockers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3969587/list/mud-room-lockers) — 8 ideas
- [Bathroom Showers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5907445/list/bathroom-showers) — 6 ideas
- [Draperies](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2958074/list/draperies) — 16 ideas
- [Banquette](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5977391/list/banquette) — 2 ideas
- [kitchen storage](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/19021656/list/kitchen-storage) — 1 idea
- [laundry rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16076256/list/laundry-rooms) — 2 ideas
- [stair railings](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16076669/list/stair-railings) — 1 idea
- [cottage](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16076140/list/cottage) — 1 idea
- [Window seats](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2958387/list/window-seats) — 6 ideas
- [vanity](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/10157020/list/vanity) — 1 idea
- [Fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6491210/list/fireplaces) — 18 ideas
- [Kitchen Cabniet - creative layout solutions](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4428409/list/kitchen-cabniet-creative-layout-solutions) — 3 ideas
- [backsplash tile](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3969639/list/backsplash-tile) — 7 ideas
- [Range Hoods](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4428391/list/range-hoods) — 1 idea
- [Tile layouts](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4428333/list/tile-layouts) — 1 idea
- [Clean up made easy](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4428239/list/clean-up-made-easy) — 2 ideas
- [shower doors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3969414/list/shower-doors) — 7 ideas
- [bunk beds](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3969575/list/bunk-beds) — 2 ideas
- [picture placement](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3969663/list/picture-placement) — 2 ideas
- [bookcase accessories](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3969527/list/bookcase-accessories) — 2 ideas

[See all 26 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/betsydinco)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-08.*