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address: "Seattle area, Camano Island, Washington 98282, United States"
latitude: 48.1761
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phone: "(360) 391-4628"
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# Nautaka

Original Houzz profile: [Nautaka](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/nautaka-pfvwus-pf~1954673193)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators
- **Location:** Camano Island, WA
- **Serves:** Whidbey Island, Seattle, Everett, Bellingham, Mount Vernon, Camano Island, Camano, Stanwood, Warm Beach, Tulalip Bay, Lake Ketchum, North Stanwood
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (1 review)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2020), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Influencer
- 100 Ideabook Saves
- Best of Houzz winner
- Woman owned
- High-end

INTERIOR DESIGN AND DECORATING. 
\- High-end interior design and interior decor.
\- Remodeling construction plans for entire home, kitchens or bathrooms.
\- New construction collaboration with your architect and contractor.

### Services Provided

- Interior Design
- Kitchen Design
- Bathroom Design
- Living Room Design
- Bedroom Design
- Color Consulting
- Custom Cabinets
- Lighting Design
- Custom Kitchen Cabinets
- Floor Plans
- Project Management
- Entry Design
- Custom Bathroom Vanities
- Custom Furniture
- Playroom Design
- Laundry Room Design
- Mudroom Design
- Nursery Design
- House Plans
- Custom Home Bars
- Art Selection
- Closet Design
- Guesthouse Design & Construction
- 3D Rendering
- Basement Design
- Custom Bookcases
- Custom Walk-in Closets
- Custom Rugs
- Sunroom Design & Construction
- Custom Fireplace Mantels
- Home Theater Design
- Wine Cellar Design
- Sustainable Design
- Custom Pantries
- Home Staging
- Downsizing
- Drafting
- Handicap-Accessible Design
- Green Building
- Attic Conversion
- Custom Beds
- Custom Storage
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Home Office Design
- backsplashes

### Areas Served

- Whidbey Island
- Seattle
- Everett
- Bellingham
- Mount Vernon
- Camano Island
- Camano
- Stanwood
- Warm Beach
- Tulalip Bay
- Lake Ketchum
- North Stanwood

### Typical Job Cost

$325 - 2,500

DESIGNS ARE CREATED WITH 3D VITUAL CAMERA, RENDERINGS, AND MOOD BOARDS. THIS LETS YOU WALK THRU THE DESIGNS BEFORE ORDERING ANY PRODUCTS AND COMMITTING TO DESIGN DECISIONS. PACKAGES START WITH A VIRTUAL DREAM OPTION THRU TO A COMPLETE DESIGN WITH VIDEO AND PANORAMA IMAGES.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Nautaka |
| Address | Seattle area, Camano Island, Washington 98282, United States |
| Phone | (360) 391-4628 |
| Website | https://nautaka.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 84 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Akainteriordesign/
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/bespoke-design/
- Blog — NAUTAKA360.BUSINESS.SITE

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Nautaka](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/nautaka-pfvwus-pf~1954673193)
- **Website:** https://nautaka.com
- **Phone:** (360) 391-4628

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2020), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 1 review**

### All 1 review

**★★★★★ — HU-544963234, Feb. 2019**

> Melanie did a great job and was a pleasure to work with. She worked with us through every step of our remodel providing options, colors and taste that and ideas that coinsided with what we had in mind.

## Selected projects

- [Mosaic Bathroom Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mosaic-bathroom-design-pj-vj~7046850)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [Mosaic Wall Murals](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mosaic-wall-murals-pj-vj~5347959)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: Mosaics are an old art form. They can be hand made from pieces of stone, stained glass, porcelain and even, now machine fabricated. There are endless varieties of styles and talents. With a background in mosaic art work I look forward to featuring mosaic backsplashes, wall murals, and mosaic art with the consideration of each unique space.
- [BESPOKE CREATIVE DESIGN SERVICES](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bespoke-creative-design-services-pj-vj~6728437)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [Kitchen with a Water View](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-with-a-water-view-pj-vj~6728360)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [Graphic Designed Concepts](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/graphic-designed-concepts-pj-vj~6588654)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [Theater Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/theater-room-pj-vj~5539815)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: Fabric lined walls, and 2 TV's for a forward thinking theater room.
- [Paint Color Selection with Nature](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/paint-color-selection-with-nature-pj-vj~5349114)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
  - Description: Nature has always the best selection of color combinations. The purple in the dahlia and the specific green in the leaf are always complimentary. To take this a bit further, a little bit of color theory helps to create an exciting space. As seen in beautiful floral arrangements.
- [Tropical Conceptual Exterior House Design with Modern Mosaic STyle](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tropical-conceptual-exterior-house-design-with-modern-mosaic-style-pj-vj~5793343)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: Always looking for exciting new materials for exteriors. With this design it can be pre-fabricated and shipped to location. A modern, chic, fun approach was created here with porcelain mosaic tiles.
- [Mosaic Backsplash Kate Spade Inspired Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mosaic-backsplash-kate-spade-inspired-kitchens-pj-vj~5793334)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: Inspired by Kate Spades fun, chic and vibrant style, I have designed a backsplash that I hope she would have liked. This conceptual design and others are available for my clients.
- [What Inspires You?](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/what-inspires-you-pj-vj~5347612)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: Photos can help set the mood for an inspired design. What words would you use to describe the mood you'd like to set for your unique design.
- [Nautaka Design Process](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nautaka-design-process-pj-vj~5354941)
  - Location: Camano Island, WA
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: Melanie Galloway is a designer on Camano Island, but realizing that lots of designs can be figured out on line with the use of graphic programs, 3D software and other visual aids, she has developed the brand NAUTAKA to lead the way with an easy, fun and very collaborative process that creates lasting relationships and lots of creativity. A big part of the NAUTAKA Brand is to be able to offer custom, original and one of a kind items. Clients are immersed in the process with 3D Virtual Tours. Stan…
- [Bespoke Chalet Bathroom with Glass Mosaic Mural Feature](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bespoke-chalet-bathroom-with-glass-mosaic-mural-feature-pj-vj~5539714)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: I had fun designing an original bathroom -after I had designed the glass tile wall mosaic. Sometimes I work backwards, but I feel that there should be no rules to creating something original. This mosaic is fabricated with a machine then shipped for on site installation. I was inspired by a photograph that I had of white flowers. This design is available.
- [Bespoke Kitchen Designs by NAUTAKA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bespoke-kitchen-designs-by-nautaka-pj-vj~5416713)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: Creating savvy, chic and original kitchen designs are the specialty at Nautaka. Featuring original custom cabinets crated from a select few of local master carpenters any design that can be dreamed up can be made and admired for years to come. Nautaka hopes to lead the way with custom marquetry, a series of cabinet doors with select color options. Each kitchen design starts with a dream, then from the ground up a very original design formulates.

[See all 13 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/nautaka-pfvwus-pf~1954673193)

## Ideabooks

- [Moody Bedrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/184899904/list/moody-bedrooms) — 2 ideas
- [KITCHEN STYLE INSPO](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/133341858/list/kitchen-style-inspo) — 2 ideas

[See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/nautaka)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Issues with glass mosaic tile installation** *(in Design Dilemma)*

Hi, I'm having issues with my backsplash tile installation. It's kind of hard to capture it in the photos, but it's quite noticeable to me. The installer claims the wave like crooked tiles is not due to sagging. I was told that this is what is industry standard for this type of material. I've seen photos online of other similar backsplashes and I didn't notice this wave like pattern. My questions are 1) can this be fixed without tearing everything out 2) is this really industry standard 3) is the wave like crooked mosaic tiles install error or material issues. Note, the mosaics were not cheap or poorly made. The installer claims that these types of tiles are sometimes not laid straight on the backing. The sheets of tile looked fine to me.
During the install they didn't use shims or spacers. I was told that they can't cut out individual tiles to straighten them out if they are crooked, because they would then have to adjust all of them. I also noticed on the glass tiles I loose the corners to the grout. The marble tiles do stick out a bit more than the glass but not by the much. I've never had this type of mosaic glass tiles installed before and I don't know what the proper installation steps are. They basically applied the glass mortar on my walls and installed the tiles (no spacers or shins were used) and then they grouted the next day. Not sure if the results are due to installation time ... took 1 day to install about 50 sqft (1 installer and 1 guy cutting the tiles) and 1 day to grout.

A: Elliot you can fix this! It's not too hard. Chisel out the top few pieces only. You might end up
Removing extra than planned, but it happens. 2. Clean off all previous mortar. 
3\. Re mortar & add your tile. Use spacers. 4. Get same grout from installer. You CAN do this! You can't leave it...;-)

**Q: Stunning mirror!!!** *(in Photo Questions)*

This mirror is absolutely stunning and is the show stopper in this room! Can you please provide its source?

A: Is it seashells? Probably custom if so. I could make one after ironing out details.

**Q: Recognize this coverlet??** *(in Design Dilemma)*

Trying to find where this divine coverlet is from. Anyone know???

A: Anthropology has had coverlets very similar

**Q: Name that fabric!!** *(in Design Dilemma)*

Need help identifying this fabric. Anyone recognize it?  The drapes are custom made, not from a store. Any help would be so appreciated!!!
Thank you!!

A: Sorry can't help. Do live it though. Can you do a google search with the image?

**Q: What to do with the colour on the door and garage of house** *(in Design Dilemma)*

We have a rental property which currently has a neon purple door (I have no idea why on earth someone would do this) in a couple of years I plan to renovate and build a portico and change the door to wood, so I'm just wanting to paint it at the moment , and perhaps the garage door too. Currently the house is a dark blue and has wood coloured window trim ( not wanting to paint trim just yet)   I cant for the life of me figure out what to do. Do i just paint the door white or is there another colour i could paint both the garage and the door to unify it a little?  thoughts?

A: Always a dilemma. It goes like this. Balance & scale. 
Your garage door throws off the balance of the house in white. It appears more prominent.
Your front entry door shouts out in white contrasted against the wood trim colour & house colour. 
So to change the balance the trend is to hide or detract from the garage. Even completely matching it with the house now a days. 

The front foot looks like it should not be hidden. Like it should shout out a bit & say I'm over here. But I'm not sure white is doing anything for it here. It's not complimenting the wood. 
I'm thinking pick a lovely colour for the door. Light or dark & it will work. & colour match the garage door & trim to the house. To Down play it & hide it.

**Q: Which backsplash design looks better** *(in Design Dilemma)*

Hey
I chose the exact same baroque tile. But I can't decide how to go about it. Should I pair it with charcoal subway tiles or use the same tile throughout?
Thanks

A: I personally like the small space between kitchen counters & cabinets to not be chopped up. With varying materials. 
I'd suggest to consider the balance of the upper & Lower cabinets with one backsplash ie Moroccan tile. 
As a mosaic artist too many different pieces create a mess. There's a balance between the size of each solid surface/cabinet doors contrasted with small pieces. As in your backsplash. 
I hope this helps!

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-17.*