--- title: "Elza B. Design, Inc. — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/elza-b-design-inc-pfvwus-pf~218120133 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~218120133.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Elza B. Design, Inc." category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/3383b2210f655fd8_5914-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Concord, Massachusetts 01742, United States" latitude: 42.4567 longitude: -71.3747 phone: "(781) 859-7817" website: http://www.elzabdesign.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 37 best_of_houzz_awards: 10 followers: 404 last_updated: 2026-09-08 --- # Elza B. Design, Inc. Original Houzz profile: [Elza B. Design, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/elza-b-design-inc-pfvwus-pf~218120133) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Concord, MA - **Serves:** Boston, Cape Cod, Cambridge, Newton, Brookline, Arlington, Natick, Andover, Lexington, Needham, Wellesley, Belmont, Westford, Hingham, Acton, Winchester, Marblehead, Sudbury, Concord, Bedford, Wayland, Lynnfield, Weston, Groton, Cohasset, Hamilton, West Concord, Lincoln, Dover, Carlisle, Wenham, Sherborn, Ipswitch, Manchester, Newton Center, Newton Highlands, Newton Upper Falls, Newtonville, Waban, West Groton, West Newton - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (37 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2013–2024), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Online consultation - High-end Welcome to Elza B. Design, our full-service residential interior design firm based in Concord, MA. Founded by Barbara Elza Hirsch in 2007, we bring together the perfect mix of function, style and beauty to your space, making your design vision come to life. Inspired by nature, color, and art, we thoughtfully blend your vision with our sense of style, whimsy, and culture to create a space that brings you joy. We create soulful spaces: who says luxury design needs to feel cold and bland? Your journey begins from our first discovery conversation and homework analysis, where we will help you identify your design goals and get to know you. Whether you are looking for full-service design of a single space or your entire home, or simply want to dip your toe in with a décor refresh, our goal is to guide you every step of the way as we work together through your design journey. Inspired by nature, color, and art, we thoughtfully blend your vision with our sense of style, whimsy, and culture to create a space that brings you joy. We create soulful spaces: who says luxury design needs to feel cold and bland? Your journey begins from our first discovery conversation and homework analysis, where we will help you identify your design goals and get to know you. Whether you are looking for full-service design of a single space or your entire home, or simply want to dip your toe in with a décor refresh, our goal is to guide you every step of the way as we work together through your design journey. ### 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 - Custom Cabinets - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Lighting Design - Custom Built-ins - Entry Design - Floor Plans - Project Management - Playroom Design - Custom Furniture - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Laundry Room Design - Mudroom Design - Nursery Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - Custom Home Bars - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Closet Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - 3D Rendering - Basement Design - Custom Walk-in Closets - Sunroom Design & Construction - Custom Rugs - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Home Theater Design - Sustainable Design - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Shelving - Custom Pantries - Custom Storage - Historic Building Conservation - Kitchen Remodeling - Art Selection & Purchasing - Furniture Selection & Purchasing - Home Office Design - Rugs & Accessories - Tile Selection - Window Treatments ### Areas Served - Boston - Cape Cod - Cambridge - Newton - Brookline - Arlington - Natick - Andover - Lexington - Needham - Wellesley - Belmont - Westford - Hingham - Acton - Winchester - Marblehead - Sudbury - Concord - Bedford - Wayland - Lynnfield - Weston - Groton - Cohasset - Hamilton - West Concord - Lincoln - Dover - Carlisle - Wenham - Sherborn - Ipswitch - Manchester - Newton Center - Newton Highlands - Newton Upper Falls - Newtonville - Waban - West Groton - West Newton ### Typical Job Cost $50,000 - 3,000,000 Flat Design Rate Structure + Purchase Fee. Pricing will vary based on scope of work. Flat rate packages available for smaller jobs such as accessorizing, styling, etc. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Elza B. Design, Inc. | | Address | Concord, Massachusetts 01742, United States | | Phone | (781) 859-7817 | | Website | http://www.elzabdesign.com | | Followers on Houzz | 404 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/elzabdesign - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/elzabdesign - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/in/barbarahirsch - Blog — http://blog.elzabdesign.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Elza B. Design, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/elza-b-design-inc-pfvwus-pf~218120133) - **Website:** http://www.elzabdesign.com - **Phone:** (781) 859-7817 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of Houzz Service Award 2013-2020 - Best of Houzz Design Award 2018 - 2014 Grand Prize Winner for Overall Excellence in Design \| Designer Bath in Beverly - 2016 Winner-Excellence in Design, Small Bath \| Designer Bath in Beverly - Voted one of Top Ten Interior Designers in Boston by Boston Architects - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2013–2024), for Service, Design. **Affiliations** - [American Society of Interior Designers](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-interior-designers-pfvwus-pf~1510192642) - [International Furnishings and Design Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/international-furnishings-and-design-association-pfvwus-pf~1863308180) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 37 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Althea Kaemmer, March 2023** > Working with Barbara and her team at Elza B Design has been a joy from beginning to end. We recently renovated and redecorated our twenty-year-old home. When we originally built, our children were in elementary school. Now they are all adults; we have a grandchild; and our house needs have changed as we enjoy frequent visits from our growing family. > > Barbara expertly helped me to execute the vision I had for the house. She did not impose any particular style upon us. Rather, she listened, looked closely at what we already had that we loved, and then collaboratively helped me to pull together a cohesive design that is reflective of our family’s tastes and personality. > > Barbara’s background in fine art was immensely helpful as we incorporated rich, saturated color throughout the house, balancing rooms with strong colors and vibrant wallpaper patterns with simple, understated spaces. Each room beautifully flows into the next. > The Elza B team brought wonderful resources to the table, from furniture manufacturers, lighting sources, to wallpaper and fabric selections. Her team’s strong relationships with vendors helped us to get the project done beautifully, efficiently, and as cost effectively as possible. > > I wholeheartedly recommend Elza B Design to anyone who is contemplating a home renovation or design update project. Barbara, Dominique and Amy are creative, talented design professionals, who are all wonderful people to work with – joyful, fun, patient, and thoughtful. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with them. **Comment from Elza B. Design, Inc.:** > What a lovely review! I so enjoyed working with you and your family on this unique and wonderful project! Your sense of adventure in color, whimsical and modern/transitional aesthetics made it a dream project! Thank you for trusting us with such a beautiful project, I will cherish the memories of a great collaboration! **★★★★★ — hd765, Jan. 2021** > This review is to enthusiastically recommend Elza B. Design — Barbara Hirsch is the owner and designer who ran our project — based on our first-rate experience working with them on our new apartment. > > What did we do? We downsized from a condominium that we sold to move to a space about half the size we used to have. Logistically it was complex but more importantly we knew that our use of space would change dramatically. We had to give up some significant flexibility. We wanted our new home to be interesting, comfortable and visually consistent with the way we live. We will be spending a lot of time there and it needs to be stimulating and yet homely. Of course, we had no idea how to actually achieve all that! > > We found Barbara through the recommendation of a friend of a friend. Her process worked well for us. But having never done this, we had some concerns. What use were Mood boards for! Why send her pictures of things or colors we liked and things we did not! How could we trust the process? This was not comfortable as it was outside our experience. But it WORKED. We needed to be patient ! She is a professional and knew exactly how to get us there where we wanted to be. Net-net: we are super happy with where we have arrived. The new space is a delight to inhabit. It works really well for us. We simply like being there. Many thanks to Elza B. Design for all they did. > > We are happy to answer questions for people **Comment from Elza B. Design, Inc.:** > Many thanks for this wonderful review! It was a joy working with you and helping you with this transition. I wish you only the best in the new space and am glad it works so well for you! It is our goal at Elza B Design to make our clients' design wishes come true in the most collaborative way possible, and we are very grateful for the trust you showed us every step of the way, even if this was new territory! It's a shame Covid slowed us down, but everyone on the team made it happen in the end! Stay healthy! **★★★★★ — Christine Goddard, Dec. 2020** > Barbara and crew did a fabulous job overhauling our second floor bathroom. It's both beautiful and functional. She oversaw the entire project and it was completed without any delays or surprise additional costs. **★★★★★ — Lisa Bertelson, July 2019** > We hired Barbara initially for a full renovation of a 20 year old and very outdated master bathroom, bedroom and closet as well as our family room. We were very pleased with the end result. Barbara has a lovely aesthetic vision and convinced me on a few choices I would probably not have considered. The spaces were completely transformed into brighter, lighter and much more pleasing to live in rooms. We then added the dining room and formal living room for mostly cosmetic changes. Again the spaces without any structural work were lightened up and updated. As in any renovation, some problems cropped up. Barbara was very responsive and worked with vendors to rectify issues. **Comment from Elza B. Design, Inc.:** > Thanks so much for taking the time to write this review! I am grateful for the opportunity to help re-design your lovely home and appreciated the trust you extended at each point of the process. This allowed the transformation to develop smoothly and the end results to be a success. **★★★★★ — Mary, June 2019** > When we downsized and moved to our new home, my husband and I hired Barbara to furnish and decorate the open spaces, including the entry and living/dining area. We wanted to move away from the traditional style of our long-time family home to a more contemporary and lighter style. We are thrilled with the outcome – an inviting, elegant, yet comfortable and functional space. The project included choosing a color scheme and furniture layout and purchasing furniture, lighting, area rugs, and accessories. Barbara drew on her experience and wide array of resources and connections to find the perfect pieces for us, including a locally-crafted custom console and artwork from a regional painter. > Barbara spent time up front to understand our vision. The execution of the design was stress-free. Barbara and her staff are professional, ethical, and well-organized. They hold suppliers to the same high standards. They handle any questions or concerns promptly and efficiently. > We are very pleased with the outcome and the process. It was a pleasure to work with Barbara. We highly recommend Elza B. Design! **Comment from Elza B. Design, Inc.:** > Thanks so much for taking the time to write this lovely review! We had a wonderful time working on your project, and feel it was a positive and fruitful collaboration. You knew what you wanted, and we helped make it happen. Thank you for entrusting us on your home design! **★★★★★ — Jason Sevinor, June 2019** > At Designer Bath and Salem Plumbing partnerships are one of the key reasons for our success. Working with the right trade partners ensures a project exceeds expectations. We’re fortunate to work with Barbara Hirsch of Elza B. Design and proud to call her an industry partner. Working with Barbara we’ve found our projects result in ecstatic clients. Through extensive collaboration, good listening, team communication and can-do attitudes great things happen. Barbara is a true professional who takes pride in what she does, excels in understanding client needs, and stays in touch with latest trends and fashion. I proudly recommend Barbara to Designer Bath clients. > Jason Sevinor > President > Designer Bath and Salem Plumbing **Comment from Elza B. Design, Inc.:** > Thanks so much for this glowing review. Collaborating with trusted vendors and trades is central to my line of work. I could not create beautiful spaces without the support of specialists like Designer Bath and Salem Plumbing. Their selections and customer service are exceptional. **★★★★★ — Mallory Kauppila, March 2019** > Barbara helped me on a small project with my home with intent on using her for larger budget projects in the future. She helped to simplify the process for me, and provided helpful feedback when I needed it. She has great ideas on how to make small changes that can make a big difference, which I really appreciated. Her communication and follow-up were excellent. **Comment from Elza B. Design, Inc.:** > I very much enjoyed helping you with your project, Mallory! Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review. **★★★★★ — Laura Beaudry, March 2019** > I hired Barbara from Elza B. Design to help me with converting a bedroom into a TV room. I found Barbara to be extremely personable and interested in my thoughts and ideas. Her process is thorough, and before beginning the design she wanted to get information about me, my lifestyle, my color and fabric preferences, everything. She came up with two different design options and I loved both of them. Barbara is honest and will share her opinion, and this is exactly what I wanted. Her ideas are practical and aesthetically pleasing. > I chose to hire Elza B. for the design only, and am going to try and manage the project myself from there. That said, she is available for hire on an hourly basis in the event that I need more help with purchasing and other issues. That’s a real plus for me. > I feel very fortunate that I found Barbara. She is easy to work with, warm, and knowledgeable. I know I’ll be calling her for future projects. **Comment from Elza B. Design, Inc.:** > Thanks, Laura, it's been fun working with you on your project and I appreciate the time you took to write a review! **★★★★★ — Alisha Serras, Jan. 2018** > Elza B. Design, Inc. was a pleasure to work with! We completed a stunning bar project together. During the entire process we worked side by side with the principle, Barbara Hirsch. Barbara's attention to detail and her years of experience made our collaboration run smoothly. It is also apparent that she cares for each one of her clients and makes certain the end result of their spaces is eye-catching while maintaining her clients' own personal touches. We can't wait to jump into another project with Elza B. Design! **Comment from Elza B. Design, Inc.:** > Thanks for taking the time to stop by and write a review, Alisha! That means so much to me! The collaboration with your team and Scavolini was very positive and you helped us create, coordinate and install a beautiful wet bar for our Lexington clients. **★★★★★ — Carol Berman, Jan. 2018** > Comina in Concord MA has had the honor of working closely with Barbara Hirsch as she has shopped for her clients in our store many times We have thoroughly enjoyed her consummate professionalism, yet warm and friendly demeanor. I can't think of a better designer to work with if you are constructing, or reinventing a space of your own. **Comment from Elza B. Design, Inc.:** > Thank you so much for the kind words, Carol, always a pleasure collaborating with your store! **★★★★★ — Christine Goddard, Dec. 2017** > I hired Barbara Hirsch of Elza B. Design to re-design our family room which did not function for our family of 4 and was very outdated. Having no interior design experience of my own, and no time to learn, I relied entirely on Barbara to meet our goals of using the space in a way that was not only practical for the family, but also aesthetically pleasing. Barbara did a fantastic job. We changed the room in ways I hadn't even considered, including removing a wet bar that we had never used, adding built-in shelving to better utilize wall space, painting the wood paneling and trim, and wall mounting the TV. Today the room is a wonderful place for the family to hang out with an arts and crafts area for the kids and flexible seating area for the TV and fireplace areas. Barbara and her assistant Amy were great to work with. Both were highly accessible and responsive, and both listened when we had ideas or concerns. Barbara is very passionate about interior design and it shows in her work. **Comment from Elza B. Design, Inc.:** > I so enjoyed working on this project for a young family of 4 : the space was transformed from A to Z with custom cabinetry, new paint and rethinking things like sound, light and TV placement. I loved how the client was open to reinventing the space to host both a sitting area and an arts and craft station. Her eagerness to introduce fun pops of color with fabric and rugs, as well as finish the space with art allowed for a really creative and seamless design. Thanks so much for this great review, my heart sings when clients are happy with the end result! **★★★★★ — Phled, Dec. 2017** > We chose Barbara to help with our basement project because of her design aesthetic and wonderful character. We had an L-shaped, partially finished basement with over 9-ft ceiling height that we hoped to use for entertaining. Barbara created the design, and we bid it out to a few contractors. She served as the consultant throughout the project. > > Barbara's design is both sophisticated and practical. She pays high attention to detail and excels at color coordination, effortlessly pulling together a coherent look. She listened to what we like/want and also let us know if she didn't think it would work well, which was exactly what we needed. We never felt we were forced to choose anything we didn't like. She was also responsive at helping us with any concerns or problems with the vendors. Overall, we enjoyed working with her and loved the end result. Our basement now feels elegant, eclectic, and fun at the same time-- thanks to Barbara and her team. We highly recommend her, especially to those who are busy and indecisive when it comes to design (like us!). **Comment from Elza B. Design, Inc.:** > What a wonderful review: thanks SO much for taking the time to stop by and describe the quality of the design work in such detail. For this family, we designed a wet bar, wine storage, and 2 sitting areas for this fun project which the client topped off with a beautiful white ping pong table. I loved the style aesthetics of these clients, they were adventurous and practical and I had a lot of fun in particular coming up with interesting colors, furniture, art and tile. One of my favorite details is the Moroccan cement tile wall in the wet bar and the ping pong ball proof bulb cage safety covers on the pendants! Photos below are in progress and are not professional shots. ## Selected projects - [Mid-Modern Eclectic Victorian \| Melrose](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mid-modern-eclectic-victorian-melrose-pj-vj~5603218) - Location: Melrose, MA - Photos: 8 - Description: For this family with young children, Barbara created a fun-colored, kid-friendly, design that melded the owner's modern and eclectic tastes with the Victorian architecture of the home. This design project was also featured in the Boston Globe Magazine "Your Home" issue on July 29 2018. Click here for a link to the article: https://www.bostonglobe.com/magazine/2018/07/26/updating-melrose-victorian-with-bright-and-cheerful-color/OKSqysj9e1obFry41dHIDK/story.html Photography: Michael J Lee - [Weston Classy Transitional \| Weston](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/weston-classy-transitional-weston-pj-vj~6019052) - Location: Weston, MA - Photos: 16 - Description: Upgrading a custom 90's home can be tricky, but this is just what I was tasked with. We refreshed the living room (but kept the client's wall color and rug), and totally revamped the master bedroom and master bath, as well as the family room. A gas fireplace and new fireplace replaced the bulky stone wood burning fireplace in the family room, allowing for more space on a wall directly across the TV media center. Upstairs, the master bath needed the cherry wood obsession to go, and we replaced a… - [Contemporary Industrial Bathroom \| Concord](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-industrial-bathroom-concord-pj-vj~2873496) - Location: Concord, MA - Photos: 3 - Description: A sophisticated couple reached out to us as they were planning to remodel this bathroom located in an unusual space with pitched ceiling and nooks and crannies. The challenge was to fit everything and make it look like it had always been there! - [Coastal Refinement](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/coastal-refinement-pj-vj~7008973) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: Having recently moved into a 55+ community in Stow, MA, our clients were looking to update their traditional style with a fresher, more transitional vibe that would also help them age in place. The couple wanted a coastal feel, without the cliché of a “beach house”, therefore, Barbara created a color scheme that was light and serene…soft blues and greens, with cream and tans as the neutral hues and pops of deeper colors scattered throughout. - [New England Coastal Vibe Home \| Hopkinton](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-england-coastal-vibe-home-hopkinton-pj-vj~2183686) - Location: Hopkinton, MA - Photos: 7 - Description: The homeowners contacted Barbara Elza Hirsch to redesign three rooms. They were looking to create a New England Coastal inspired home with transitional, modern and Scandinavian influences. The designer’s approach was to embrace the more classical details of this Foyer space -polished marble floors, coffered millwork on ceiling, grand staircase- by using softer, more feminine lines. Colors evoking the sea, sky and coral pepper the rooms and allow for a very soft look. - [The Newton Home: An Elegant Family Affair \| Newton](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-newton-home-an-elegant-family-affair-newton-pj-vj~2772898) - Location: Newton, MA - Photos: 13 - Description: A busy family moves to a new home stuck in the 90's in metro Boston and requests a full refresh and renovation. Lots of family friendly materials and finishes are used. Some areas feel more modern, others have more of a transitional flair. Elegance is not impossible in a family home, as this project illustrates. Spaces are designed and used for adults and kids. For example the family room doubles as a kids craft room, but also houses a piano and guitars, a library and a sitting area for parents… - [Concord Residence: Green with Envy! \| Concord](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/concord-residence-green-with-envy-concord-pj-vj~2589081) - Location: Concord, MA - Photos: 10 - Description: This fun project entailed updating and staging a home prior to putting it on the market. Barbara used the clients' preference for a modern/Scandinavian design with lots of bright colors as her inspiration, and then infused the rooms with warmth in the form of wood furnishings and textured fabrics. Blues and greens bring in the natural elements of the outdoors viewed through the many large windows in the house. Some higher end items were purchased with the intent of moving them on to the next hom… - [Family Flex Space \| Sudbury](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/family-flex-space-sudbury-pj-vj~6162135) - Location: Sudbury, MA - Photos: 5 - Description: This family of four approached me to create a flex space, both TV viewing area for family and craft area for creative sisters. The goal was a bright, joyful and organized space with a transitional/modern vibe. We removed an old sink and cabinet, created built-ins for art and sound system, painted the dark room to lighten it up. Affordable art was scouted for the project, as well as brand new furniture, including a very comfortable sectional. - [It's a Girl ! -2017 Designer Show House \| Junior League Boston](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/it-s-a-girl-2017-designer-show-house-junior-league-boston-pj-vj~2769298) - Location: Belmont, MA - Photos: 4 - Description: I designed a sophisticated, soothing room for a little girl. The goal was to make it whimsical enough but not so cute she could not grow into it. Notice the use of plants, animals and landscapes as a tool to create a peaceful environment. Large oil paintings evoke dreamy landscapes, the acanthus plant stripe of the grass cloth wallpaper makes one feel surrounded and safe. Birds, elephants and butterflies are part of the magical decor. Lots of texture and patterns create interest. Finally, old is… - [Farmhouse Eclectic Master Bathroom \| Acton](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/farmhouse-eclectic-master-bathroom-acton-pj-vj~441713) - Location: Metro Boston, MA - Photos: 5 - Description: A transitional/eclectic look was created by designer Barbara Elza Hirsch for this small master bathroom in a 19th century farmhouse. A blend of varied materials and fixtures was used to create elegance but also give the space an organic feel worthy of a farm house. The vanity is custom designed by Elza B. Design, Inc. Featured in New Old House Magazine. Click here for the article: http://bit.ly/25Kw3F7 - [Modern Basement Remodel \| Lexington](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-basement-remodel-lexington-pj-vj~5603589) - Location: Lexington, MA - Photos: 5 - Description: A family contacted us to come up with a basement renovation design project including wet bar, wine cellar, and family media room. The owners had modern sensibilities and wanted an interesting color palette. Photography: Jared Kuzia - [Spa Luxury Bathroom \| Concord](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spa-luxury-bathroom-concord-pj-vj~2873508) - Location: Concord, MA - Photos: 4 - Description: Photography: Jared Kuzia - [Cove Porch-2013 York Designer Show House \| Museums of Old York](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cove-porch-2013-york-designer-show-house-museums-of-old-york-pj-vj~329255) - Location: Kittery Point, ME - Photos: 9 - Description: I created a very organic, elegant and inviting look for this very large porch overlooking the water and landscaped gardens for the Museums of Old York 23rd Annual Decorator Show House. The Show House was open to the to the public in summer 2013. - [Gentleman's Retreat Bath \| Cambridge](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gentleman-s-retreat-bath-cambridge-pj-vj~1718405) - Location: Cambridge, MA - Photos: 5 - Description: A clean, modern and masculine bath was created for the man of the house in this city dwelling. We gutted the whole bathroom which included oversized washer and dryer, unappealing linoleum floor, and a salmon color plastic bath and shower insert. A large transom window was created t ogive maximum light to the space, and we worked on transparency (glass door) and light colors to open the space up visually. Small city sized washer and dryer were recessed to gain maximum space and built to fit a cus… - [A Mid-Modern Kitchen \| Lexington](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-mid-modern-kitchen-lexington-pj-vj~1333666) - Location: Lexington, MA - Photos: 5 - Description: Recently featured in The Boston Globe Magazine, Interior designer Barbara Elza Hirsch added in color to the redesigned kitchen with crackled blue backsplash tile installed vertically and dramatic dark gray floor tile. Barbara suggested a live edge oak table in the dining area and paired it with colorful artwork and a large double drum pendant. Click here for the article: http://bit.ly/1svm0p7 - [Glittering Jewel Bath \| Cambridge](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glittering-jewel-bath-cambridge-pj-vj~1718429) - Location: Cambridge, MA - Photos: 5 - Description: A modern spa-like bathroom was created for the lady of the house in this small Cambridge apartment. The goal was to create a clean, open, glamorous space. We gutted the 70's style bathroom which featured ugly linoleum floors and blue plastic drop in bath/shower insert and completely transformed it! A large transom window was made to fit the wall, a curbless glass shower opens up the small space, an accent recycled glass tile wall was placed vertically to make the bring the eye up, a crystal chan… - [Concord Holiday House Tour \| Concord](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/concord-holiday-house-tour-concord-pj-vj~2218624) - Location: Concord, MA - Photos: 8 - Description: The Concord Museum invites a few Boston Area designers to decorate stately homes for the holidays once a year. 950 attendees purchased tickets this year and toured the homes on December 3rd, 2016. All proceeds benefit the museum's Educational program. Barbara was invited to create holiday magic for a 1900 Arts and Craft home. She approached the design with rustic décor, and lots of organic elements, such as fresh plants, and included birds and fruit in her décor. Texture was a key driver and the… - [Modern Country Bedroom Retreat \| Bedford](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-country-bedroom-retreat-bedford-pj-vj~1344395) - Location: Bedford, MA - Photos: 3 - Description: A relaxed, serene, feminine retreat was created for a much needed escape from busy life. Framed botanical drawings over the bed and the owner's own oriental rug provided the inspiration for the soothing color scheme (tan, cream, white and blue) which includes a custom upholstered chair in the reading nook. - [Elegant Rose + Gray Media Room \| Winchester](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/elegant-rose-gray-media-room-winchester-pj-vj~111306) - Location: Winchester, MA - Photos: 3 - Description: Design by Elza B. Design, photo Dan Watkins. A classy but relaxed look was created here for a media room inside a 19th century home in Winchester. Beautiful custom roman shades in Damask fabric were designed, as well as as custom pillows and upholstery. A sectional and comfy Dhurrie ottoman invite TV viewers to put their feet up. Featured in Houzz Story, "Decorate With Intention: Love Your Living Room" Article Link: http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1994794/list/decorate-with-intention-love-your-li… - [Wing Back Sitting Room \| Winchester](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wing-back-sitting-room-winchester-pj-vj~153301) - Location: Winchester, MA - Photos: 5 - Description: Design by Elza B. Design, Inc. Photo Dan Watkins. Using the owner's Turkish wool and silk rug as inspiration, Barbara added Robin's Egg Blue as an accent to the white, beige and brown color scheme. The cube ottoman is leather, complementing the custom wing chairs. Also custom designed are the throw pillows and relaxed roman shades. 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Only hot pink...It's cool, isn't it? **Q: see below. I’m looking for drapes for bedrooms** *(in Photo Questions)* Where can I find the blue/white drapes? A: Hi Cynthia, can we take this conversation to email please? bhirsch@elzabdesign.com Thanks! **Q: What a perfect space—magic!!** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you please advise of the brand/style of the runner on the stairs? As well as the wallpaper brand? Thank you! A: Hi there, thanks for stopping by! the wallpaper was by Romo but it was unfortunately discontinued. As for the runner it was a custom wool runner, something you could access by working with a designer with showroom access to a design center, where a multitude of options are available. **Q: Clever Use of Space!** *(in Photo Questions)* What a great job designing around awkward spaces! It turned out beautifully. A: Thanks so much, Anne! :-) **Q: who is the manufacturer for the Japanese soaking tub?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi, I believe it was MTI. Thanks for your interest, Barbara Elza Hirsch **Q: Love those tiles** *(in Photo Questions)* Where are the tiles from, name? A: Sorry, all I can remember is they were hand made ceramic tiles with irregular edges. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-08.*