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# High Contrast Design House

Original Houzz profile: [High Contrast Design House](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/high-contrast-design-house-pfvwus-pf~1921119802)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators
- **Location:** Austin, TX
- **Serves:** Austin, Bee Cave, Shady Hollow, West Lake Hills, Barton Creek, Onion Creek, Manchaca, Rollingwood, Sunset Valley
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (5 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2018), for Design, Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

You could say I've known I was supposed to be an interior designer from a very early age - that I was born to design and live and breathe it. My approach to design is always centered around the client first -- whether it be a young family, a retired couple looking for a fresh start to a new chapter in their lives, or a single bachelor or bachelorette who wants a cool space to entertain. I have a unique connection with my clients that translates to a highly personal (and fun!) experience designing. You should walk in through your front door and smile, not just because your space is beautiful and functional, but most importantly because it exudes YOU.

### Services Provided

- Kitchen Design
- Bathroom Design
- Color Consulting
- Space Planning
- Floor Plans
- Custom Furniture
- Kitchen Remodeling

### Areas Served

- Austin
- Bee Cave
- Shady Hollow
- West Lake Hills
- Barton Creek
- Onion Creek
- Manchaca
- Rollingwood
- Sunset Valley

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | High Contrast Design House |
| Address | Austin, Texas 78745, United States |
| Phone | (512) 785-4121 |
| Website | http://www.highcontrastdesignhouse.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 72 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [High Contrast Design House](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/high-contrast-design-house-pfvwus-pf~1921119802)
- **Website:** http://www.highcontrastdesignhouse.com
- **Phone:** (512) 785-4121

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- ASID 2014 Design Excellence Awards: Merit - Shining Star, Singular Space (for W Austin Condominium Living Room)

- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2018), for Design, Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 5 reviews**

### All 5 reviews

**★★★★★ — Joel Lucas, July 2020**

> Emily's design sense is absolutely amazing.  After lots of searching, I found some of her previous work and knew I'd found my match. Emily has a deep knowledge of the manufacturers that meshed with my style.  She did a great job of giving me the rainbow look I wanted while keeping the rooms from looking like a cacophonous jumble :). Additionally, she designed several pieces of custom furniture like the bar and fireplace surround that turned out fantastic.
>
> I'm absolutely thrilled with the final product!

**Comment from High Contrast Design House:**

> Thanks so much! You are a dream client and I hope to do so much more with you.

**★★★★★ — Brian Carrico, Oct. 2017**

> Emily is a talented designer that brings a unique touch to any space. We have worked with Emily on commercial projects with often very different feels and concepts, and she is consistently able to deliver interior design that stands out and reflects our personality. She worked with us on 9 projects between August 2016 and now, and was able to work with us to deliver projects within tight timelines and budgets. I can't recommend her highly enough.

**Comment from High Contrast Design House:**

> Thanks, Brian! Working with you guys is always a BLAST.

**★★★★★ — Amir Elaguizy, Oct. 2017**

> Emily did an amazing job on two luxury apartments for me downtown. She got pieces that enhance my own aesthetic at prices I couldn’t get anywhere else. I highly recommend her!

**Comment from High Contrast Design House:**

> Thanks so much, Amir! Working with you was a complete pleasure.

**★★★★★ — wendibgordon, Feb. 2016**

> Emily is a fantastic designer who is highly creative and resourceful while staying very tuned in and supportive of our ideas and taste.  She helped us with the entire house and we couldn't be happier with the way everything came together, the quality and comfort of the pieces and the way that this truly feels like our home.  On top of all that she's a blast to work with and I wouldn't hesitate to call her again.

**Comment from High Contrast Design House:**

> Thanks so much, Wendi. The feeling is definitely mutual - you're a blast to work with too!

**★★★★★ — shawnrucks, Sept. 2015**

> She's the best. We've used her for several of our projects. Not only does she have great taste, an amazing eye for timeless pieces, but she's also great at helping husband and wife come to a consensus  with two opposing view points on a particular style or idea. This ability is unique and often overlooked when searching for the right designer.

**Comment from High Contrast Design House:**

> Thanks so much, Shawn! Your family has been one of my favorite clients, and so much fun to work with. You're not afraid of being bold and make each project a great adventure!!

## Selected projects

- [Bold + Badass Bachelor Pad](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bold-badass-bachelor-pad-pj-vj~6257090)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 13
- [Westlake Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/westlake-residence-pj-vj~1226192)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
  - Description: An airy, modern retreat in the woods of Westlake gets a punch of personality for clients moving from Mexico and looking for some serious flavor.
- [W Austin Condominium Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/w-austin-condominium-residence-pj-vj~1226050)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: High-end living in the heart of downtown Austin, this stunning condo is like a gallery, with pristine white walls where color and texture pop with personality (project completed while I was Lead Designer at Urbanspace Interiors).
- [Rollingwood Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rollingwood-residence-pj-vj~1226215)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: An architect's modern spec home was customized to be warm, welcoming and very livable for a family that relocated to Austin from Florida (with four pups).
- [West University Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-university-residence-pj-vj~1226007)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: A new residence on the edge of downtown Austin gets the organic modern treatment for return clients, and soon-to-be empty nesters (project completed while I was Lead Designer at Urbanspace Interiors)
- [The Guild at Lamar Union](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-guild-at-lamar-union-pj-vj~2232446)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: The Guild is a collection of soulful, furnished flats throughout the city available for travelers to travel with a purpose and live like a local. In each building, I have designed with a theme that expresses the soul of the surrounding neighborhood. Welcome to The Guild at Lamar Union, where the style is Boho Quirk - it's all about bold, irreverent, and fun. Splashes of color meet black and white, allowing the artwork (all created by Austin artists) and graphic patterns to shine.
- [The Guild at Red River](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-guild-at-red-river-pj-vj~2232474)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: The Guild is a collection of soulful, furnished flats throughout the city available for travelers to travel with a purpose and live like a local. In each building, I have designed with a theme that expresses the soul of the surrounding neighborhood. Welcome to The Guild at Red River, where the style is Rock meets Hip Hop - it's all about relaxed meets the gritty music venues up and down the Red River District. Quirky Art and vivid graphics are there to create a smirk.
- [The Guild at Downtown Austin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-guild-at-downtown-austin-pj-vj~2232588)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: The Guild is a collection of soulful, furnished flats throughout the city available for travelers to travel with a purpose and live like a local. In each building, I have designed with a theme that expresses the soul of the surrounding neighborhood. Welcome to The Guild at Downtown, where the style is Casual Texas Luxe - it's all about leather, wood, and metallics. Neutrals of meet cowhide, gold, and great textures to create a comfortable setting that still feels like luxury.
- [The Guild at University Park](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-guild-at-university-park-pj-vj~2232506)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: The Guild is a collection of soulful, furnished flats throughout the city available for travelers to travel with a purpose and live like a local. In each building, I have designed with a theme that expresses the soul of the surrounding neighborhood. Welcome to The Guild at University Park, where the style is Geek Chic - think Marvel Comics meets Star Wars meets the 80's, but with today's modern sleekness and amenities.
- [Spring Condominium Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spring-condominium-residence-pj-vj~1225957)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: Modern forms and pops of color bring energy to a small condo for a retired couple, enjoying a new life up high in the Austin sky.

[See all 10 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/high-contrast-design-house-pfvwus-pf~1921119802)

## Ideabooks

- [Outdoor Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53555280/list/outdoor-spaces) — 15 ideas
- [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/46137703/list/kitchens) — 40 ideas
- [Bedrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/46137654/list/bedrooms) — 14 ideas
- [Small Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/106622923/list/small-spaces) — 1 idea
- [Closets](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/102807601/list/closets) — 1 idea
- [Living/Great Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53555087/list/living-great-rooms) — 35 ideas
- [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/46137659/list/bathrooms) — 22 ideas
- [Dining Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53555131/list/dining-rooms) — 12 ideas
- [Details](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53555680/list/details) — 3 ideas
- [Color Schemes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/66803107/list/color-schemes) — 2 ideas
- [Finishes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/66762281/list/finishes) — 3 ideas
- [Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/64369001/list/lighting) — 3 ideas
- [Kids' Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53555142/list/kids-rooms) — 9 ideas
- [Exterior Color Schemes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53795711/list/exterior-color-schemes) — 3 ideas
- [Guest Room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/46137590/list/guest-room) — 10 ideas
- [Remodels](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/50943559/list/remodels) — 3 ideas
- [Storage and Shelving](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53555039/list/storage-and-shelving) — 7 ideas
- [Statistics](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53555007/list/statistics) — 10 ideas
- [Master Bedroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/46138059/list/master-bedroom) — 1 idea
- [Office](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/46137492/list/office) — 1 idea

[See all 22 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/highcontrastdesignhouse)

## Community Q&A

**Q: size of desk?** *(in Photo Questions)*

I am wondering what is the size of the desk or the area of the desk?

A: The desk is about 4’ wide x 2’ deep.

**Q: Love the color combination** *(in Photo Questions)*

Shall I know which wall color you use?

A: Hi there! Unfortunately the paint color was existing, but if you like it I would try a warm grey, like Benjamin Moore's Abalone or Silver Fox. Good luck!

**Q: chiar brand?** *(in Photo Questions)*

can you tell me who makes the chair, the lamp and the rug? best, Angela

A: Hi Angela,
Unfortunately that particular room was staged for the photo shoot, so there are no other photos. BUT I have tons of ideas for kids' rooms and I also design remotely - technology makes it so easy to do now. I'd love to talk with you about your project. You can email me emily@highcontrastdesignhouse.com if you like to discuss the possibilities.
This is the adjoining bathroom to the bedroom, where we had fun with wallpaper:
Best,
Emily

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*