--- title: "The Mansion — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/the-mansion-pfvwus-pf~2114122124 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~2114122124.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "The Mansion" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/2c43398a008951ab_0742-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "501 12th Ave, Suite 3, Coralville, Iowa 52241, United States" latitude: 41.6937 longitude: -91.5906 phone: "(319) 338-2830" website: http://www.themansion.design rating: 4.7 review_count: 19 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 147 last_updated: 2026-09-09 --- # The Mansion Original Houzz profile: [The Mansion](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/the-mansion-pfvwus-pf~2114122124) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Coralville, IA - **Serves:** Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Iowa City, Coralville, North Liberty, Tiffin, West Branch, University Heights, Lone Tree, Hills, Oakdale - **Houzz rating:** 4.7 out of 5 (19 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2015–2019), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves The Mansion is a full service Interior Design studio and furniture showroom. Offering a wide variety of design styles, The Mansion will create a stunning look for your home, designed to fit your budget. Our professionally trained Interior Designers are committed to a high standard of customer service, creating spaces that reflect the client’s personality. We value the small details that transform your house into a home. From furnishings and accessories to lighting and floor coverings, The Mansion is your complete resource for interior design services in Iowa. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Living Room Design - Bedroom Design - Color Consulting - Space Planning - Furniture Selection - Kids Bedroom Design - Dining Room Design - Lighting Design - Home Office Design & Construction - Playroom Design - Custom Furniture - Mudroom Design - Nursery Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - Art Selection - Basement Design - Sunroom Design & Construction - Custom Rugs - Home Theater Design - Wine Cellar Design - Home Staging - Downsizing - Holiday Decorating - Kitchen Remodeling - Furniture Delivery ### Areas Served - Cedar Rapids - Davenport - Iowa City - Coralville - North Liberty - Tiffin - West Branch - University Heights - Lone Tree - Hills - Oakdale ### Typical Job Cost $10,000 - 200,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | The Mansion | | Address | 501 12th Ave, Suite 3, Coralville, Iowa 52241, United States | | Phone | (319) 338-2830 | | Website | http://www.themansion.design | | Followers on Houzz | 147 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Mansion/152803408132194 - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/TheMansion\_ - Blog — http://www.pinterest.com/themansion/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [The Mansion](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/the-mansion-pfvwus-pf~2114122124) - **Website:** http://www.themansion.design - **Phone:** (319) 338-2830 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - IIDA - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2015–2019), for Service. **Affiliations** - [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019) - [Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/greater-iowa-city-area-home-builders-association-pfvwus-pf~1864104460) - [NAHB Remodelers](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/nahb-remodelers-pfvwus-pf~597469654) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.7 out of 5 — 19 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 10.0 - Communication: 10.0 - Value: 10.0 ### Reviews **★ — Mai, Oct. 2025** > They recommended art pieces for my home, and they turned out to be worst possible, and then they told me they are not returnable. I later realized, they simply pushed pieces that were not selling on me. **★★★★★ — Barbara Sample, Feb. 2018** > Love the Mansion! I have worked with Andrea for several years and she is Great! She has helped us in several areas of our house and has a great sense of style. Truly recommend Andrea and The Mansion! **★★★★★ — Carolyn H, Feb. 2018** > Andrea is the best! I have worked with her for years and she does a great job finding things I love that look great in my house. I have since moved from Iowa City, but continue to work with her as I have not found anyone near as good in my new state. Couldn’t give Andrea or The Mansion a higher recommendation! **★★★★★ — salten56, Jan. 2016** > Emily gets top stars for her quick understanding of my style. She didn't quit until she found what I was looking for, being careful to honor my budget requirements. Her suggestions for new window fabrics and shades, furniture and lamps to coordinate with and update my existing furniture was great. When I wanted a piece of art for my wall and couldn't find one, she painted one for me! She also went the extra mile to find someone to build a desk for me! Emily's attention to detail is super, and I really appreciate her after-sale follow-up. Emily is not only a professional, she is warm, fun, available and accommodating. I truly am pleased with her services, and would highly recommend her for any decorating project! **Comment from The Mansion:** > Thanks so much for your sweet review, Shirley! You've been wonderful to work with, and I've really appreciated the opportunity to help you pull the final details of your space together. -Emily **★★★★★ — bdrapeaux, Dec. 2015** > I highly recommend Emily Hughes! Emily is kind, professional, and a joy to work with. I had some general ideas of what I wanted to do with design and color and Emily came back with ideas that exceeded my expectations. Our first project was our master bedroom and bath, but we'll be working on our main level next. We will most definitely be working with Emily again!! **Comment from The Mansion:** > Thanks so much Bridget! I loved working with you and Ryan, and can't wait to see your completed Master Bedroom and Master Bath. I look forward to helping you with the main level! - Emily **★★★★★ — kellyschmit, Oct. 2015** > Emily was fantastic to work with. She worked very closely with us in decorating/furnishing our basement. Emily was very accessible and also prompt. We lived out of town and she was always willing to come to the house to look over fabric selections or bring additional decorative touches to the house to look at. She also painted a beautiful triptych painting for us that adds so much to the lower level. We have received so many compliments from friends and family & couldn't have pulled it off without Emily's help. **Comment from The Mansion:** > Thank you Kelly! You and Jason were a pleasure. Thanks for your patience with the design process. All of our searching for the perfect fabrics really made a difference in your final family room installation. Thanks for taking some chances with the custom artwork as well. I loved helping you transform your family room. -Emily **★★★★★ — croegaert, Oct. 2015** > Emily designed and installed window treatments in our foyer, living room, dining room, kitchen, two bathrooms and a bedroom over the last 2 years. She made the process very convenient with her willingness to meet us in the evenings and bring samples and options to our home. Emily made all the arrangements and was present when the window treatments. > Handled the correction when there were errors. We were very happy with "The Mansion" and with Emily Hughes. We would highly recommend both. **Comment from The Mansion:** > Thanks for you kind review Patrice! I really enjoyed working with you. -Emily **★★★★★ — petalsrpink, Aug. 2015** > Emily was wonderful providing suggestions, advice, and product samples in a timely manner. My window treatments get lots of compliments! i could count on Emily to be there in person or via phone at any time! I so appreciated her attention and highly recommend her services! **Comment from The Mansion:** > Thank you Kelynn, you were a joy! I enjoyed helping you with your window treatments, especially in your lovely master bedroom addition. Thanks again - Emily **★★★★★ — marycooperhogan, Aug. 2015** > I strolled into The Mansion in Iowa City a few months after we bought our home looking for some ideas. My husband and I had given away most of the furniture of both our homes and consolidated 70 years of accumulated possessions and treasures into a new home. We had several empty rooms. Emily was friendly and helpful chatting with me about our new marriage and our move. When it was clear that I did not have a strong sense of what we were looking for, Emily offered to come over and look at our space so that she could give us some decorating tips, as we had already bought a new rug and sofa. She made a brief visit to our home and then returned within a few days with terrific ideas. > > She really "got" both my husband and I and seemed to truly understand what we wanted to do in our new home. She gave us wonderful suggestions for colors and furnishings. She was so helpful and I never felt pressured into buying from her store. We did, however, make several purchases and we are delighted with everything we bought. In fact, I bought some chairs for the porch from a different store and I have regretted it since, as they don't fit as well as what Emily had suggested. > > Emily really listens to us and does not push her own agenda or what she thinks is the current vogue. Emily is so good natured and patient; she has a super sense of how to make our ideas come to life. She was especially helpful giving me suggestions about where to hang our artwork and where to put things that we did not want to part with. She also is willing to continue to work with us over months so that we can acquire drapes or flooring or other expensive items over a period of time instead of all at once. She has a wide variety of fabrics and colors that we like in her file, and makes suggestions off the cuff any time I stop in the store. > > I highly recommend Emily as she has bright and creative ideas and a great sense of style and color. Emily is absolutely marvelous to work with; she is very responsive and professional. I have made a promise to myself to consult with only her in the future and not make any more impulse purchases, as we complete our house project (interrupted at this time by travel). **Comment from The Mansion:** > Thanks so much Mary! I loved getting to know you and Reg during the design process. I couldn't ask for lovelier clients! Thanks for sharing your home and beautiful, extensive art collection with me. I would love the opportunity to work with you again as your needs develop. -Emily **★★★★★ — kellynn\_s, Jan. 2015** > Emily helped me select the chairs for my home office. Her artistic eye and caring attitude gave me confidence to make the decisions. I felt like she was as excited about the project as I was! I can not thank her enough! **Comment from The Mansion:** > Thanks so much for your kind review, Kellynn! I thoroughly enjoyed working with you and seeing the treasured family heirlooms in your office. - Emily **★★★★★ — cxb001, Oct. 2014** > Emily Hughes is amazing. My husband and I are both busy youngish professionals. We desperately needed someone to help us with interior decorating. Emily was very professional. She came over to our home, took pictures, and later presented us great design plans for several rooms in our home, incorpating some pieces that we already had. She so far has set up a fantastic living room that is great for entertaining, but also relatively kid friendly. She also helped redesign lighting and window treatments in both the living room and dining room. My husband has a strong prefence for mid century modern design. He was blown away by the end result. The price was what I had expected, not cheap, but not extravagant. All of the furniture, rugs, art work, and light fixtures are high quality. Another great part was having the whole room put together in one afternoon while we were at work. It was so wonderful to come home to. We are going to continue to work with Emily to maximize the potential of all the rooms in our hourse. **Comment from The Mansion:** > Thanks Carissa! I loved working with you and Alan. Thank you for being so open minded with my proposed design. I am so glad that you are enjoying your family room with your adorable kiddos! I hope to work with you again soon. -Emily **★★★★★ — jponto, Oct. 2014** > We wanted new drapes for the living room of our historic house. In addition to an appropriate fabric pattern (vintage, elegant, but not gaudy), we needed custom size/cut to fit around radiators. Emily was very patient with us as we strived to find an appropriate fabric pattern at a cost within our budget. As we gradually narrowed it down to a small group, she ordered larger swatches for us to have in our house and look at under different lighting conditions. Because Emily set up things in advance, once we chose a fabric/pattern, the making/sewing of the drapes and their installation occured in a short time frame. The new drapes look very nice! > For custom drapes, we recommend The Mansion. ## Selected projects - [River Cottage, Le Claire, IA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/river-cottage-le-claire-ia-pj-vj~2882756) - Location: Le Claire, IA - Photos: 9 - [Colorful Transitional New Build, Iowa City, IA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/colorful-transitional-new-build-iowa-city-ia-pj-vj~1802217) - Location: Iowa City, IA - Photos: 13 - [Modern Traditionalist Townhome](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-traditionalist-townhome-pj-vj~2723710) - Location: Iowa City, IA - Photos: 20 - [Casual Elegance](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/casual-elegance-pj-vj~1625709) - Location: North Liberty, IA - Photos: 7 - [Open Modern Remodel, Iowa City, IA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/open-modern-remodel-iowa-city-ia-pj-vj~1868719) - Location: Iowa City, IA - Photos: 8 - Description: Furniture and accessories by interior designer Emily Hughes, IIDA, of The Mansion. Remodeling/Construction by Martin Construction. Photo Credit: Jaimy Ellis - [Modern Split Level](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-split-level-pj-vj~1873408) - Location: Iowa City, IA - Photos: 5 - [Poolside and Patio Overlooking the Mississippi](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/poolside-and-patio-overlooking-the-mississippi-pj-vj~2480173) - Location: Fort Madison, IA - Photos: 3 - [Classic Transitional Great Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-transitional-great-room-pj-vj~1873547) - Location: Iowa City, IA - Photos: 8 - [Macbride Road, Iowa City, IA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/macbride-road-iowa-city-ia-pj-vj~690366) - Location: Iowa City, IA - Photos: 7 - Description: A cozy, modern, family-friendly living room in calming blues and grays by designer Emily Hughes IIDA. Emily played up textures in the wall decor, poufs and area rug with raised pattern. The chairs and sofa are upholstered in outdoor, washable fabric that will wear well and is easy to clean for the family with small children. - [Remodel & Addition, North Liberty, IA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/remodel-and-addition-north-liberty-ia-pj-vj~860116) - Location: North Liberty, IA - Photos: 7 - [Glamorous Guest Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glamorous-guest-bath-pj-vj~1873613) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-farmhouse-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~1868798) - Location: North Liberty, IA - Photos: 1 - [Textured Transitional Family Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/textured-transitional-family-room-pj-vj~1873630) - Location: Iowa City, IA - Photos: 1 - [Family Room Bar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/family-room-bar-pj-vj~1873711) - Location: Iowa City, IA - Photos: 1 - [Transitional Family Game Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-family-game-room-pj-vj~1196535) - Location: Cedar Rapids, IA - Photos: 15 - [Woodbridge Ave, Iowa City, IA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/woodbridge-ave-iowa-city-ia-pj-vj~443421) - Location: Iowa City, IA - Photos: 4 - Description: Interior design by Rhonda Staley, IIDA. Photography by Brandon Pollock of Waterloo Courier - [Cardinal Ridge, Iowa City, IA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cardinal-ridge-iowa-city-ia-pj-vj~578000) - Location: Iowa City, IA - Photos: 7 - Description: Designer Emily Hughes specified the neutral palette in grays, keeping this modern craftsman home feeling light and airy. - [Woodland Ridge Estates, Iowa City, IA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/woodland-ridge-estates-iowa-city-ia-pj-vj~577970) - Location: Iowa City, IA - Photos: 1 - [Cedar Springs Parade Home 2014, North Liberty, IA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cedar-springs-parade-home-2014-north-liberty-ia-pj-vj~577976) - Location: North Liberty, IA - Photos: 1 - [French Country Home on an Acreage, North Liberty, IA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-country-home-on-an-acreage-north-liberty-ia-pj-vj~837819) - Location: North Liberty, IA - Photos: 4 [See all 33 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/the-mansion-pfvwus-pf~2114122124) ## Ideabooks - [Tile/Backsplash Sara](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/92596861/list/tile-backsplash-sara) — 1 idea - [Powder Room Sara](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/92596751/list/powder-room-sara) — 1 idea - [Manville Heights Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/89277463/list/manville-heights-remodel) — 13 ideas - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/83819148/list/wish-list) — 5 ideas - [Wood Floors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/42589808/list/wood-floors) — 1 idea - [Open Concept](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/42588794/list/open-concept) — 3 ideas - [Ceiling Beams](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/42586182/list/ceiling-beams) — 17 ideas - [Laundry Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/42584496/list/laundry-rooms) — 7 ideas - [Century Furniture at The Mansion](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/39079823/list/century-furniture-at-the-mansion) — 37 ideas - [Fine Furnishings from The Mansion](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/37805655/list/fine-furnishings-from-the-mansion) — 21 ideas - [Emily's Picks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25636837/list/emily-s-picks) — 31 ideas - [Andrea's Picks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25750158/list/andrea-s-picks) — 31 ideas - [Timeless White Shaker Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/30881127/list/timeless-white-shaker-kitchen) — 30 ideas - [Fireplace Concepts](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25639635/list/fireplace-concepts) — 11 ideas - [Modern Craftsman Exteriors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23697823/list/modern-craftsman-exteriors) — 2 ideas - [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25639776/list/bathrooms) — 6 ideas - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25636583/list/kitchens) — 15 ideas - [Entry/Mud Room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25639689/list/entry-mud-room) — 10 ideas - [Stairway Concepts](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6099144/list/stairway-concepts) — 14 ideas [See all 19 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/mansion538) ## Community Q&A **Q: The Gingham Chairs** *(in Photo Questions)* Love this home. Can you share source of the Gingham Chairs? A: Certainly! I just responded directly to your email on this inquiry. Thanks! **Q: Tile on fireplace.** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you give any details on the tile used for the fireplace surround? A: This was a white marble mosaic from Sobaski Abbey Carpet. **Q: the gorgeous wallpaper** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you tell me the wallpaper brand please? It’s gorgeous. I’m in love with this bathroom! A: So glad to hear that you love it! The wall paper is a design from Stroheim and Romann. This bathroom was designed by Andrea Kout, and you can email her if you want more info or to order this wall paper: akout@themansion-interiors.com. Thanks! **Q: vanity where it from?** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi, where is the vanity from? Thank you A: SK Cabinetry **Q: where can you purchase photos/flower print as shown on the wall?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: We can order something very similar for you. Please email me at Emily@themansion-interiors.com so that I can reply with product info and pricing for you. Thanks! **Q: What are the dimensions of this gym? W,L,H? Thank you!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: This is a half basketball court. You can reach interior designer Rhonda Staley at 319-321-2404 if you have additional questions. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-09.*