--- title: "PT Designs Inc. / DDI — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/pt-designs-inc-ddi-pfvwus-pf~218137089 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~218137089.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "PT Designs Inc. / DDI" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/f773b6110fe4f8f1_8410-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Call us today!, Damascus, Maryland 20872, United States" latitude: 39.2761 longitude: -77.2131 phone: "(301) 253-2606" website: http://www.PTDesignsInc.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 44 years_in_business: 25 best_of_houzz_awards: 14 followers: 169 last_updated: 2026-11-10 --- # PT Designs Inc. / DDI > Montgomery County Interior Designer \| 14x Best of Houzz Winner! Original Houzz profile: [PT Designs Inc. / DDI](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/pt-designs-inc-ddi-pfvwus-pf~218137089) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Damascus, MD - **Serves:** Germantown, Silver Spring, Frederick, Gaithersburg, Rockville, Bethesda, Potomac, Woodlawn, Olney, Montgomery Village, Clarksburg, Damascus, Brooklyn Park, Green Valley, Urbana, Chevy Chase, Mount Airy, Darnestown, Kensington, Monrovia, Derwood, New Market, Laytonsville, Barnesville, Brookeville, Lisbon, Arlington VA, Baltimore DC Metro, Boyds, Curtis Bay, Howard County, Ijamsville, Meadow Mill, Sandy Spring, Woodbine - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (44 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 14 awards (2013–2026), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - 25 years in business ### Business highlights - Best of Houzz winner - 25 years in business Best of Houzz 2013 - 2026 At PT Designs Inc we specialize in one thing...beautiful design! We believe great design starts with personalized service that not only meets our clients needs but surpasses their expectations... whether you yearn for time honored traditional decor, casual elegance or modern design; it is our goal to design spaces that reflect your taste and lifestyle while meeting your budget and time frame needs. We work collaboratively with clients to source the perfect products that meet your design style and budget. The best part is that we accommodate YOUR schedule and needs by meeting on location at your home or office and we work with many of the areas reputable contractors to offer complete turn key service. Whether you are looking for a few window treatments, a redesigned space in your home or office, or a remodel project; our years of experience, attention to detail and turn key service will leave no stone left unturned. We take pride in offering the utmost in attention to detail and consideration of YOUR style and budget needs culminating with spaces that reflect a sense of casual sophistication and your unique personality. Call or email today for a complimentary initial consultation. References Available. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Living Room Design - Bedroom Design - Space Planning - Color Consulting - Furniture Selection - Kids Bedroom Design - Dining Room Design - Custom Cabinets - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Lighting Design - Custom Built-ins - Playroom Design - Nursery Design - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Furniture - Laundry Room Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - Custom Home Bars - Basement Design - Custom Bookcases - Custom Rugs - Custom Entertainment Centers - Home Theater Design - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Custom Shelving - Custom Pantries - Kitchen Remodeling - Home Office Design - Remodeling ### Areas Served - Germantown - Silver Spring - Frederick - Gaithersburg - Rockville - Bethesda - Potomac - Woodlawn - Olney - Montgomery Village - Clarksburg - Damascus - Brooklyn Park - Green Valley - Urbana - Chevy Chase - Mount Airy - Darnestown - Kensington - Monrovia - Derwood - New Market - Laytonsville - Barnesville - Brookeville - Lisbon - Arlington VA - Baltimore DC Metro - Boyds - Curtis Bay - Howard County - Ijamsville - Meadow Mill - Sandy Spring - Woodbine ### Typical Job Cost $12,000 - 150,000 $12,000 - 150,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | PT Designs Inc. / DDI | | Address | Call us today!, Damascus, Maryland 20872, United States | | Phone | (301) 253-2606 | | Website | http://www.PTDesignsInc.com | | Years in business | 25 | | Followers on Houzz | 169 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/ptdesignsinc/ - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=178768243&trk=tab\_pro - Blog — https://paulat.decoratingden.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [PT Designs Inc. / DDI](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/pt-designs-inc-ddi-pfvwus-pf~218137089) - **Website:** http://www.PTDesignsInc.com - **Phone:** (301) 253-2606 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of HOUZZ 2026, 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013 - 2-time National Dream Room Winner - **Best of Houzz:** 14 awards (2013–2026), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 44 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 5.0 - Communication: 5.0 - Value: 4.8 ### Featured Review **★★★★★ — pzoklein, Sept. 2020** > I interviewed several designers before deciding to work with Paula. She listened very carefully to what I wanted my space to look like and was easily able to translate my ideas into a beautiful living space that really reflects who we are and how we live. I was so impressed that she understood the challenges of needing a space that could be intimate but also expand when need be. We wanted an understated but elegant look that would stand up to dogs, grandchildren and entertaining. And furniture that was comfortable but had beautiful, architectural lines. Our home is a DC row house without a lot of space; and Paula’s choices made the rooms look larger and improved the traffic flow. Paula’s design sense, deep knowledge of materials and ability to spatially plan makes it a joy to work with her. And, as a bonus, she is a delight to talk to, responds very quickly to any question and is a kind and patient person and skillfully helped me with the decisions. My husband and I cannot believe how transformed and gorgeous the space is. **Comment from PT Designs Inc. / DDI:** > Thank you so much! The pleasure was all mine ~ I thoroughly enjoyed taking your minimalist artistic style and updating the spaces to work for todays lifestyle and entertaining needs! Your words are to kind :) ### All 44 reviews **★★★★★ — Linda C Fackler, Jan. 2026** > Paula worked with me extensively to find products and a design that I was very happy with. She is reliable and her prices are fair and does excellent work. **★★★★★ — John, Dec. 2025** > We need more people like Paula in our lives. We engaged Paula to help make our home more 'homey'. I wanted it to be a comfortable sanctuary that provided a quiet respite in a crazy world. She is one of those people who can 'see it'. I am definitely not. From a simple description of our intention, likes, and dislikes, she was able to pick fabrics, colors, sizes, and lamps and put them together into one of the most comfortable, understated, and relaxing spaces that I have been in. > > Since we finished, the house is quieter, the family spends more time together, and the number of books that we are reading has grown. > > Just call her. **Comment from PT Designs Inc. / DDI:** > Thank you John for the wonderful review! It has been a joy working with your family to create spaces that reflect YOU and the lifestyle and comfort you yearned for! **★★★★★ — Judy Harrison, April 2025** > Review for Paula – Interior Designer > > Working with Paula was a great experience. She's a truly talented interior designer who helped transform our living room into a space that feels like us. She built the design around a painting we loved, and used it as the inspiration for the color, texture, shapes, and overall feel of the room. The result is both beautiful and personal. > > This was my first time working with an interior designer, so it took a little adjusting at first. I learned that it’s not a fast process—there are many decisions to make, and she gave us we several design options with fabrics, rugs, etc. to start with, before landing on the right one. But Paula was patient, thoughtful, and always brought great ideas to the table. > > She also stands behind her work. When we had an issue with a bench leg being slightly off, she took care of it right away and coordinated directly with the manufacturer to get it replaced. > > Looking back, I only wish we had hired her from the start—it would’ve saved us time, money, and a lot of trial and error. Highly recommend working with Paula if you’re looking for someone who will create a space that truly reflects you. **★★★★★ — skella, Jan. 2024** > Paula is the best! She pulled together the look of my new kitchen remodel with lighting, wallpaper, paneling, and furnishings in a very prompt and professional manner. She stuck to my budget and never made me feel pressured. The results are stunning in every way! She is very talented and she will definitely be my go-to designer for my future projects. **Comment from PT Designs Inc. / DDI:** > Thank you so much for your kind words. I thoroughly enjoyed working with you and glad we surpassed your expectations! **★★★★★ — Catherine Thompson, Sept. 2023** > Paula did an outstanding job in transforming our guest bedroom. > The bedding, window treatments and accessories are eloquent. > She is professional. I highly recommend her. **★★★★★ — Business\_Name\_Placeholder, May 2023** > Paula delivered an excellent finished design of our living space! Functional and very elegant! The colors blended in so well giving it a traditional but vibrant look! I have received so many compliments. I highly recommend Paula for your next project **★★★★★ — Lisa Eisen, July 2022** > Paula was a huge help in redesigning our kitchen and the first floor of our house. > > First, she was very responsive and timely and worked quickly within our timeframes. > > Second, she took the time to understand who we are, what we want, our style and our price range and to make recommendations accordingly. > > Finally, she helped us select beautiful, comfortable and reasonably priced furniture and followed through until the entire job was complete. > > We are very happy with our renovations and new look and so appreciate Paula's guidance and support. Lisa and Mitch Eisen **Comment from PT Designs Inc. / DDI:** > Thank you Lisa for the kind words...we did move fast! Approach and selections quick....Covid waiting not so quick but a fun project to work on. I thoroughly enjoyed working with you both and ultimately see your family enjoying the spaces! Thank you again **★★★★★ — Lola, May 2022** > Let me start off by saying Paula did an EXCELLENT job with my Living Room, Dining Area, and Kitchen. > > I moved into my new home about 5 years ago and the furniture I brought along was on it's last leg. I spent about 1-2 months researching interior designers in my area. After much searching and "interviewing", I decided to go with Paula from PT Designs Inc. I'm VERY happy I went with Paula! > > Paula is responsive, professional, and truly has a gift for designing spaces. I wasn't sure what I wanted in terms of furniture pieces, tables, and the like but Paula guided me through the process - from picking the right fabric and color, to placement of art work, to furniture and accent pieces, etc. She also worked around my budget to ensure I got the look I wanted within/around my price point. > > She COMPLETELY transformed my Living Room, Dining Area, and Kitchen. > > I had an intimate "reveal" party at my place and EVERYONE commented on how great my space looks now. The most memorable complement I received was "this is what a grown up's living room should look like". This was thanks to Paula's amazing work. > > Thanks again, Paula! **★★★★★ — Patti, Jan. 2022** > We hired Paula of PT Designs Inc. to help update our family room and sunroom in our mountain house in Virginia. It was not an easy task since much of the work had to be done long distance. Paula was very patient and very attentive to what we wanted and how we wanted the spaces to be used. During the process she listened carefully to our needs and helped us to identify our style preferences and tastes. It was a wonderful experience, and we would absolutely use Paula again for our next redecorating project. My husband and I are beyond thrilled with the results. **★★★★★ — Nancy Walsh, Dec. 2021** > Paula helped me successfully combine furniture from a condo in Arizona and furniture and art work from our East Coast beach home into a lovely new condo setting. Her recommendations for carpet, window treatments, and drapery fabric selection and final product were spot on. In addition she helped me with move in day furniture placement and even stayed to help make up our king size bed!! I very highly recommend Paula for expertise and pleasing personality. **★★★★★ — dzapas, March 2021** > Paula was excellent to work with. She really listened to our thoughts and offered many great ideas until we came up with the perfect room. Our project was a complete makeover so she helped us select paint, curtains, furniture, custom made console and floating shelves. She arranged and was onsite for delivery. Then she took the time to style the room and set everything in place for us. We are thrilled with the results and would highly recommend her for all your interior design needs. **★★★★★ — Phyllis Levine, Oct. 2020** > Paula transformed our family room from a chaotic living space for a family into a serene, calming space for empty nesters. She listened to our desires and provided the perfect room to relax in. We were hesitant about purchasing a sofa and chairs without actually sitting on them in a store, but they turned out to be the most comfortable ones we have ever owned. Also, hats off to Ken Sanquist of Sanquist and Sons for building the most beautiful, sturdy cabinet/drop spot made of reclaimed wood. > Despite manufacturing delays due to the Pandemic, Paula got the job done! **Comment from PT Designs Inc. / DDI:** > Thank you Phyllis! Both Ken and I enjoyed working with you both and must say the transformation is cleansing to the mind and soul! We appreciate your kind words ~ **★★★★★ — Ashley Siers, Jan. 2020** > Paula helped me redo my existing LR and DR. I had a pretty firm idea of what style I liked (preppy, colorful, kid/pet friendly) including a fabric I had fallen in love with and wanted to incorporate but I didn't have the time or resources to find anything other than what I like to call "Pottery Barn Blah". Paula totally got me. She pulled a whole room together for me on the first try. She even listened to my husband who was different taste than I do:) and was considerate of his ideas. We still have a few things left to do (due to backorders and errors in shipping the wrong colorwave) but I am in love with where the rooms are now. Once we finish it will be fabulous. I plan to use Paula going forward as we undergo a full house renovation this spring! **★★★★★ — bcampbelljones, Dec. 2019** > Paula listens and creates. I wanted a romantic feeling bedroom for my husband and I. He's been ill for a little over a year and upon his full recovery, I wanted us to enjoy our bedroom. We enjoy it so much that we have our coffee together each morning in our newly decorated romantic "get-a-way". It's better than ANY up-scale hotel room. > Thank you, Paula for a job well done. **★★★★★ — Ruthanne Neely, Dec. 2019** > Paula completely furnished my new 2 bedroom condo from start to fiish. Wonderful results! Enery room was tastefully furnished and all of the furniture, rugs, and paintings were perfectly coordinated. Paula has the unique ability to understand your design style and preferences and translate those into a prefectly beautiful result. I would highly recommend Paula to anyone looking for an experienced and creative design professional. **★★★★★ — jill20878, Nov. 2019** > Paula has done a great job updating a very dark, dated, unusual family room and office level of my home. She worked with what I wanted to keep, totally got me and what the rooms needed. She picked the perfect paint color, furniture, fabrics and carpet. The whole level has a cohesive bright nice vibe. I used to think if I hired a decorator I would end up with a space that didn’t reflect me, I could not have been more wrong. If you’re spinning your wheels as I was and wanting to redo your space don’t hesitate give her a call! **★★★★★ — Catherine Dempsey, Dec. 2018** > Paula provided design consultation on a 2 BR/2 BA condo remodel in an older building in Bethesda. She is fun to work with and very knowledgeable. She assisted with the initial design concept of all surfaces ( e.g., counters, floors, cabinets, carpets, paint colors). She then helped in providing quality contract sources for built-ins, wood floor installation and window treatments selection and will eventually help us select furniture. Her knowledge and talent helped in making our home an amazing place. We highly recommend her! **★★★★★ — Yoon Lee, Dec. 2018** > Paula transformed the main living areas of our house (LR, DR, FR, kitchen, study, powder room) into a beautiful yet comfortable space that reflects our tastes and fits the way we use our house. Even though we did not have a clear sense of what we wanted when we started the project, Paula helped us figure out what we liked and needed with respect to everything from paint color to window treatments and furniture. She also found a way to incorporate the furniture, art, etc. that we wanted to keep into the larger plan. Not only are Paula's design instincts incredible, but her ability as a project manager is also impressive. She found and coordinated multiple contractors ranging from painters and electricians to people who replace fireplaces and reupholster furniture. She took care of everything, including when things veered from the original plan. She stayed within the budget and kept us apprised of changes and developments. Although the project was quite large, Paula made it unintimidating and enjoyable. **★★★★★ — lee\_platz, Dec. 2018** > I found Paula through Houzz and couldn't be more pleased with the end result. She is an outstanding designer to work with. Not only was the room more than I could have imagined once it was completed but her professionalism during the design process was also a pleasant surprise. Paula allowed me to speak with a couple of her clients before getting started, she took the time to visit our house frequently and visited local specialty shops with me to help select some unique items required for the project, she listened to what we wanted out of the space and came up with ideas that were exactly what we wanted. **★★★★★ — Betsy Carmichael, Dec. 2018** > Paula’s creative eye is unmatched. As a family with four young kids, Paula listens attentively to our designs needs- fresh and unique but also functional and practical. She is meticulous when choosing items- considers all aspects and measurements of a room, then double and triple checks her work. Besides her endless ideas and creativity, her personality is easy going, comfortable and fun. You will not be disappointed with Paula as your guide. **★★★★★ — Patricia DeMarco, March 2018** > Paula Tranfaglia, owner of PT Designs Inc., creates designs that are both timeless and elegant. Over the course of two years, she helped me achieve a fabulous interior on all three levels of my home. Paula was extremely helpful in providing detailed pictures and other information on materials. Of course, it was her recommendations on colors, textures, shapes and size that were most valued. Each room’s design flows beautifully and gracefully. Paula and the contractors she hired were always happy to dedicate additional time and effort to ensure customer satisfaction; their dedication and responsiveness was exceptional. I am very pleased with my home’s improvements and appreciate the professional guidance provided through Paula’s taste and ideas. **★★★★★ — Kristen P., Feb. 2018** > Our project was a combination of various challenges. The first was that we had combined two households full of furniture and purged very little. (The result was not pretty.) Second, we wanted to solve a number of problems, including that we disliked having the TV in the eat-in kitchen, we didn’t have enough seating for everyone to watch TV together when the children were home for the holidays, and we needed a mudroom/closet space installed in the main entrance to the house from the garage. Third, both of us had inherited furniture from family, and had not bought any furniture together, so we hadn’t gotten the opportunity to choose what we liked. Thus, there was no rhyme or reason to our so-called style. "Eclectic" was too kind a word to describe where we were when we met Paula! On top of that, although we initially thought from watching HGTV that the two of us shared similar taste, it turns out that he likes very modern and I like traditional/antique/eclectic. > > Remarkably, despite having her work cut out for her, Paula was able to work with all of these challenges and come up with a solution that pleased his desire for a modern, clean look and my desire for a warm home full of meaningful art and decor. She incorporated lovely, modern new furniture (all SO comfortable for my husband's bad back!) with my grandmother's paintings, piano, and antique chandeliers. How she managed to do this in a way that pleases both of us is still beyond me, but she certainly did, and we’re hooked. We initially were going to just have her work on our den space, but we ended up doing the den (with plenty of seating for the entire family to watch TV together, plus a new custom mudroom area designed and built by Ken – amazing!); the entire kitchen area, which now includes two great seating areas and a lovely dining area; and our bedroom. > > We could not be happier, and recommend Paula without reservation. Her design is flawless, and she is so good at listening and attending to the details of what her customers like (even paying attention to the colors we had already incorporated). We are so enjoying our new spaces that fit us so much better than they did before, both in terms of aesthetics and function, and wish we had done it sooner. I’m planning on asking Paula to decorate my office for me in the near future. **Comment from PT Designs Inc. / DDI:** > Thank you so much Kristen for your kind words! We thoroughly enjoyed working with you both and making this transformation a reality! **★★★★★ — Thomas Daly, Jan. 2018** > PT Designs designed our new kitchen, including new layout, countertops and backsplash, paint colors, cabinets, roll-outs, hardware and hardwood flooring. Paula was awesome to work with and always responsive to our questions. She coordinated all the subs at convenient times for us. Easy to work with and flexible. Direct and professional. **★★★★★ — Kristen Sweder, Dec. 2017** > I could not be more pleased with the work and with the entire process, beginning to end, with PT Designs. Before I hired Paula I did a lot of research and interviewed a number of vendors. I knew that PT Designs was the best choice from our first meeting. Going into the project I had a general idea of the look and feel that I wanted, but nothing concrete. I showed Paula a few pictures and talked a little bit about the style I was going for and Paula "got it"-- she immediately had a bunch of really creative ideas and suggestions that convinced me that she was going to be able to execute on my vision--even if at that point I didn't really have a complete vision. In addition to design sensibility, I think the thing that I appreciated the most about the process was her willingness to work with me and consider all my ideas and answer my questions (a LOT of questions). Since knocking down walls was NOT in the budget, Paula was tasked with maximizing the assets of the existing space--in this case a small galley kitchen circa 1970. Paula provided a number of design options for my budget, and when I had questions or ideas she was always happy to research solutions and price them so that I could consider. The project evolved from a refresh to something a little more extensive and every step of the way Paula was a trusted adviser, providing accurate information about price, process, materials, and options. The project itself provided all flooring, cabinets & counters, shelving, lighting, windows and painting. She obviously has a great relationship with the local vendors she works with, which made scheduling accurate--a huge plus. The vendors she used were neat, professional, and courteous. Paula oversaw every aspect of the project and inspected the work at every stage. If something wasn't perfect the first time, she made sure it got corrected. Most important--MY NEW KITCHEN IS AMAZING! The transformation from a cramped, dark, galley kitchen to a unique space that feels like my family's in-house cafe! Paula's instincts were right on the money. Funky, eclectic, but still clean and pulled together. The new space is lighter, feels larger, has less clutter, and improved functionality. The process and the product exceeded my expectations--thank you Paula! **★★★★★ — S Newman, Aug. 2017** > My husband and I recently moved into a new construction home and were having trouble with figuring out a way to reduce the echo in our 2 story family room. My husband found Paula online and we can't say enough great things about her. From the first consultation meeting to the finished product you could definitely see Paula's creativity, enthusiasm for design, and high level of professionalism. She was personable, friendly, and extremely easy to work with! She was easy to communicate with through email and phone and was very prompt with timelines. Paula listened to our concerns, took our ideas into consideration, and helped us step outside our comfort zone (which we are so happy she did). Her designs presentations were incredible with various options of products to choose from and the products she delivers are beautiful with high end finishes. When Paula began working on our 2 story family room we were so impressed with the design she created we added 4 additional rooms for her to design. She has literally transformed our home into something that looks like it came straight out of a luxury home magazine. Again, we can't say enough amazing things about Paula and highly recommend her! We will be working with her again in the future! **Comment from PT Designs Inc. / DDI:** > Thanks S! I have thoroughly enjoyed assisting you both with turning your new home into a comfortable, inviting show piece! Your kind words are much appreciated! **★★★★★ — T K, Oct. 2016** > Paula helped me with three projects: Office wallcovering and concealing cables and wires; Master Bedroom refresh; and an overhaul of the master bathroom. > > My husband and I have lived in our home for 13 years. We have spent a good amount of those 13 years making improvements ourselves. I finally ran out of steam, and was having a hard time finding a vision and making decisions. I really needed someone to help take the frustration out of the process, listen to the issues I was having, understand my wishes, and work within my budget. > > Paula (and Ken, her fabulous contractor) has helped me create spaces that make me love my home again! **★★★★★ — josie ganim, Oct. 2016** > Initially, my husband and I hired Paula for her help with our kitchen window treatments. However, we didn't stop there. We have a beautiful palladium window in our family room that was in need of some casual elegance. > The room was nice before, but after Paula's touches, now our family room is warm, colorful and very inviting. The custom drapes look amazing! And our kitchen window treatments are a 10! They turned out even more beautiful than expected. We enjoyed working with Paula, she is very personable, very knowledgeable, and is a great listener also. Paula understood what we wanted, and she delivered it. Kudos to Paula, & God's blessings too. **★ — Yoshi Monster, Sept. 2016** > I invited Paula for an initial consultation, for paint colors and some decorating help. She arrived 15 minutes late, and spent only 10 mins with me. She wasn't my first consultant for this project, so I know that more than 10 min is needed when you are trying to learn what a person likes in order to work with them in decorating their home. The project involved 2 floors of a large home. In the 10 mins that she spent with me she was abrasive and insulting. When I was asking about a bookshelf, she gave her idea, when I said that it might be too modern for the look of the house, she insulted me. Upon her departure she gave me a water damaged brochure. I don't feel that she takes her profession seriously and I would not recommend her. **★★★★★ — hocha, Dec. 2015** > My new husband and I have very different decorating styles. His are traditional; mine are contemporary. We tasked Paula with designing a great room, dining room and foyer that we both could enjoy. She listened carefully, understood our different tastes, and worked very hard on creating a design. In the end, Paula transformed the space to a transitional-style we both love. Now we delight in coming home to our beautiful new house. **★★★★★ — Un Boiled, Oct. 2015** > PT Designs Inc. along with Sanquist & Son Builders designed built, and installed built-in cabinets, a window seat, and bookshelves for our office room, plus added recessed lighting and trim work (crown moulding and casing) to transform our room from a blah box into a space that rocks. > > Paula and Ken collaborated with us through the entire process, making sure that we were always on the same page. They were always available to discuss questions and they were always responsive. Paula's color and material choices, and overall room planning were perfect for the space. Ken worked nonstop for several days to construct and install the built-ins, do all the electrical and trim work, and paint everything. Are they perfectionists? We think so because the results were perfect. > > We plan to hire PT Designs Inc. again for future projects like finishing a large unfinished basement room, adding a bathroom to the basement, and creating a beach-feel bedroom. > > We're including a picture of the room (window treatment and window seat cushion and furniture still need to be added). **★★★★★ — Julie Upton Crotty, March 2015** > Paula is fabulous! You will not be disappointed. She is highly organized and gets the job done! She does a great job extracting my thoughts and ideas and easily turns them into something better than you ever thought of. > > Paula assisted me with a re-do for my master bedroom. New curtains, paint light fixtures, shades, built-in shelves, etc. I wanted to keep my furniture so she was able to update and rejuvenate my master bedroom and bath as well as my sitting room. I literally walk in there everyday and I'm still in awe of how it looks and feels. She really knows her stuff. > > I loved working with Paula and we are already starting a new project as I write this! Call her right now!! **★★★★★ — Ashley Campos, Jan. 2015** > First off I have to say that Paula is AMAZING! Everything about her is great. You can't go wrong when using her for your next project. > > My husband and I were building a new home and decided to go to a furniture store and buy a new living room set. We bought this huge set we loved and paid for in full January 2014. We kept in touch with our sales guy and even went back and bought more stuff from him to complete our new home. Called him to remind him of the delivery date and he says it won't be delivered, it's a little late arriving. After speaking with the manager found out he never ordered our custom made furniture! CRAP! What was I going to do? We were going to settlement in a few weeks. So I go on Houzz and start looking up designers in the area. Paula is local, does jobs of all sizes and price points. Sounds good, right? So I gave her a call. > > When I called Paula she answered and was so energetic and at the same time sympathetic to what happened to us. She immediately set an appointment to come out to my place and look at my current furniture and then drive to our new home so she could measure spaces and talk about what our vision was and what kinds of Ideas we had. > > Everything was so easy with Paula. Not only did she come up with a theme for our home but it perfectly blended my husbands and I two different styles together perfectly. > > She brought everything to us, all samples of fabrics, leathers, rugs, curtains, paint swatches so we could see and feel everything which is so nice to do because you never want to blindly agree to something. > > Basically to sum everything up I would recommend Paula to anyone and everyone. You can't go wrong when using her. **★★★★★ — dialeb2, Dec. 2014** > Paula has done two projects for me in past six years: the great room of a large town house and an apartment. The great room project involved new furniture, bold colors, and dramatic custom window treatments. The results were spectacular and certainly contributed to an easy resale of the townhouse. The apartment project couldn’t have been more different. It involved downsizing, utilizing existing rugs and antiques, and neutral colors. Again the results have been wonderful, a homey, comfortable environment that’s very livable. Paula is flexible, and willing to listen. She delivers great results. **★★★★★ — vizigirls, Nov. 2014** > We have worked with Paula on a number of projects over the years and keep enlisting her services due to her creative yet personalized sense of design. Initially I was a little nervous and hesitant as I had never worked with a designer before, however Paula quickly put me at ease and now I look forward to each project! She never ceases to amaze me on how she throws in a touch of whimsy that adds the unexpected "WOW" to a room. If asked I would say her strengths are listening, communication, design creativity and customer service… a well kept secret until now! **★★★★★ — Tom Jackson, Sept. 2013** > We have had Paula do multiple projects for us, the last one in June, 2013. She updated our living and dining room as the first project. We came back to her to decorate an addition and finally for our screened porch. She gave us excellent ideas, and performed the work exactly as we wanted, and on budget. She is a very easy person to work with, very accommodating and we have come to consider her a friend. **★★★★★ — rsantucci1, Sept. 2013** > Paula is so easy and comfortable to work with. Last year, she helped me re-decorate my family room and we are now in the process of updating my living room, dining room, and front hall. I absolutely love my family room. Paula really listened to me. She worked around everything I wanted to keep and made the room look brand new by adding lovely accent pieces, a fabulous rug, matching pillows, and beautiful curtains. She worked within my budget and offered just enough alternatives. She even happily and respectfully worked around some special wall art that I know she would have preferred to change. As I said..so easy and comfortable to work with. > More recently, the curtains were installed in my living room and dining room and they are so gorgeous that I just like to sit in there and look at them. I already love these two rooms and we've only just installed the curtains! Paula was also extremely understanding and accommodating when we had to make some changes mid-project due to financial issues. I can't recommend Paula Tranfaglia enough. **★★★★★ — hfinger, Jan. 2013** > I consulted Paula for a "face lift" for my living room in conjunction with a major remodeling project. Paula went well beyond the specific living redecorating and helped select colors for rooms in the rest of the house and advised the bathroom contractor as well. She understood my taste immediately and presented a proposal with fabrics and furniture. She gave me alternatives - but not too many. We had a pretty short time frame from the end of the remodeling until Thanksgiving when my family would be visiting. Everything arrived on time. Paula's color and furnishings selection was fabulous and my living room has been transformed. Sometimes I just sit in my rocking chair and enjoy looking at everything. **★★★★★ — lfklein, Dec. 2012** > Paula was terrific. She listened to us and never got frustrated if we were indecisive. She offered multiple solutions to our design issues and if anything ever went wrong, she fixed it. **★★★★★ — valwhite, Dec. 2012** > Paula has worked with me on several different projects. I continue to be thrilled and impressed with her patience, knowledge and ability. She is able to hone in on what you're trying to accomplish after only a few conversations. She also keeps you focused throughout the process. Our first project invloved a complete remodel of our basement. Within 18 months of completion, we were working with her on our kitchen and family room. What she is able to do is so special that it becomes adicting. After the updating of our kitchen and family room, we moved to our living and dining rooms. We absolutely love our new living spaces that include not only new and reupholstered furniture but also, new flooring, window treatments, rugs, and accent pieces. Despite how busy she is, she always makes time for my new projects. She's a real professional from beginning to end. **★★★★★ — jct1, Dec. 2012** > Paula has transformed my home over the past few years. We've worked on several projects together and each time has been a real pleasure. Paula is a professional always and she does what ever it takes to make sure her clients are satisfied. She took the time to get to know my style and offered great solutions to my decorating challenges that were always within my budget. I highly recommend PT Designs. **★★★★★ — farmhousehaven, Sept. 2012** > Paula helped choose paint colors and sheens for me for my dining room and three bedrooms, and also helped me inexpensively reorganize my home and furniture for comfort and style. > > I just LOVE the results - and so do my friends, who all call me "Martha Stewart" and compliment me on my beautiful home. Because in two of the rooms I wanted deep colors, it was important to get them "right". Paula's experience with and knowledge of color was invaluable in choosing just the right ones. > > The next projects I plan to do with PTS Designs are a bathroom and kitchen redesign. **★★★★★ — jdillon01, Sept. 2012** > Paula is an extremely talented designer who stays up to date on the latest design trends. She has redecorated my family room, children's bathroom, and recently designed a beautiful renovation of my master bathroom complete with Italian tiles and marble. Her ideas are fresh and exciting and always exceed our expectations. **★★★★★ — heffermama, June 2012** > Paula is fantastic! The value of her service is immeasurable. She redecorated our previous residence, including our master bedroom, kitchen, basement, and living, dining, and family rooms. When we sold our house (which was a mere 19 days on the market, thanks in large part to Paula), I knew I would rely on her expertise, once again, to assist with the design choices in our newly-built home. > > Paula listened to our ideas, desires, and concerns, and translated them into interiors that are beautiful, functional, and within the parameters of our budget. She instinctively understood how to incorporated some of our existing pieces to create a stylish, clean, simply gorgeous atmosphere. I can't wait to begin our next project! ## Selected projects - [Bethesda Master Suite](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bethesda-master-suite-pj-vj~5947920) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [T. King Living Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/t-king-living-room-pj-vj~309040) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 1 - [Arlington Euro Bedroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/arlington-euro-bedroom-pj-vj~7960334) - Location: Arlington, VA - Photos: 4 - [A Re-imagined Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-re-imagined-kitchen-pj-vj~7960341) - Location: Bethesda, MD - Photos: 5 - [Silver Spring Bungalow](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/silver-spring-bungalow-pj-vj~6613140) - Location: Silver Spring, MD - Photos: 3 - Description: A new 2-story addition added much needed space to this adorable bungalow. The new small TV lounge off kitchen was max'd out with seating in a mix of leather and durable, functional performance fabrics to withstand kiddos and pets alike! Use of similar wall tone & sectional upholstery color helps to keep an "open" feel while colorful accent pillows, roman shades and corner chair pull in color & pattern. - [A Breath of New Life](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-breath-of-new-life-pj-vj~7960357) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 6 - Description: Clients yearned for a kitchen update that would speak to their love for minimalist design, maximize storage in the tight galley space and also open up their view to their outdoor surroundings. Minor reno allowed for upgraded Pella window and slider. While custom cabinetry to the "inch" maximized wall/floor space for storage. - [Mulholland Drive East Coast Style!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mulholland-drive-east-coast-style-pj-vj~5575109) - Location: Laytonsville, MD - Photos: 1 - ["The Farm"](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-farm-pj-vj~331280) - Location: Frederick, MD - Photos: 7 - Description: One of my favorite projects and favorite places on earth! Gorgeous property set at the base of Sugarloaf Mtn and surrounded by 300 beautiful acres. A real treat! - [Boho Guest Bedroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/boho-guest-bedroom-pj-vj~5575114) - Location: Bethesda, MD - Photos: 4 - [Boho Bungalow!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/boho-bungalow-pj-vj~925027) - Location: Frederick, MD - Photos: 15 - Description: With their children off to college my clients desired to downsize to an "in town" bungalow and when the perfect home and location was found...a full remodel and update was needed. White on white surfaces offer a clean fresh canvas for furnishings and homeowners fun collection of art! - [Kane Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kane-residence-pj-vj~84197) - Location: Potomac, MD - Photos: 1 - [Master EnSuite](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-ensuite-pj-vj~1421294) - Location: Bethesda, MD - Photos: 2 - Description: Master bath remodel features footprint of original bath with the removal of dated jet tub replaced by soaker tub. Shower wall opened up aids in filling space with light while finishes offer additional sparkle and appeal! - [Small Bath Update](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/small-bath-update-pj-vj~1784537) - Location: Frederick, MD - Photos: 6 - [Howard County Update](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/howard-county-update-pj-vj~6613172) - Location: West Friendship, MD - Photos: 7 - Description: Clients had recently moved into this home and knew the space had so much potential but didn't know where or how to begin. Starting with a new color palette, the redesign consisted of remodeled fireplace mantle and custom designed/built floating shelves in addition to all new furnishings and drapery to create a well rounded seating area for years of good conversation, reading and TV viewing. A huge transformation! \*\*See before images\*\* - [European Countryside Master Suite](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/european-countryside-master-suite-pj-vj~1424544) - Location: Bethesda, MD - Photos: 4 - Description: Master bedroom redesigned to reflect clients wish for a traditional european countryside feel. - [Nolan Family Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nolan-family-room-pj-vj~57943) - Location: Potomac, MD - Photos: 3 - [Sun Room Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sun-room-addition-pj-vj~306484) - Location: Bethesda, MD - Photos: 3 - Description: Iron spiral staircase is both functional and aesthetic! Open area of deck allows for grilling and outdoor conversation while screened interior is accessible from family room and allows for indoor/outdoor great room area for conversation, dining and relaxation. Professional images of finished project coming shortly! - [Family Room ReDeux](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/family-room-redeux-pj-vj~970998) - Location: Germantown, MD - Photos: 4 - [European Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/european-master-bath-pj-vj~970995) - Location: Bethesda, MD - Photos: 2 - [Bethesda Family Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bethesda-family-room-pj-vj~1424558) - Location: Bethesda, MD - Photos: 3 [See all 26 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/pt-designs-inc-ddi-pfvwus-pf~218137089) ## Video - [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/1237671983.m3u8?s=6eb3d57c8dc705544765e42dd48f392941c94216&oauth2_token_id=1384357804) ## Frequently Asked Questions **What types of interior design projects do you specialize in (full-home, single room, remodel support)?** We specialize in a wide range of projects, from single room redesigns like kitchens, bathrooms, and bedrooms, to comprehensive home office and basement designs. We also excel in full remodel projects, offering turn-key service to ensure every detail is covered, whether it's custom cabinetry or lighting design. **Do you specialize in specific design styles?** While we don't specialize in just one style, our goal is to design spaces that truly reflect your unique taste and lifestyle. Whether you prefer time-honored traditional decor, casual elegance, or modern design, we work collaboratively to bring your vision to life, ensuring the result is uniquely yours. **Do you work with contractors and architects during renovations?** Yes, we frequently collaborate with many reputable contractors in the area to provide complete turn-key service for your renovation projects. Our goal is to ensure a seamless process from design concept through to completion, working closely with the construction team to bring your vision to life efficiently. **Do you manage the project through installation and styling?** Absolutely! We pride ourselves on offering complete turn-key service. From the initial design concept to sourcing the perfect products, and managing the project through installation and final styling, we ensure every detail is meticulously handled. Our goal is a seamless process and a beautifully finished space. **Do you work on luxury or high-end homes?** We focus on creating spaces that reflect casual sophistication and your unique personality, regardless of the home's scale. Our extensive custom services, from cabinetry to furniture, and our consistent 'Best of Houzz' awards, demonstrate our commitment to high-quality design and execution for discerning clients. *FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.* ## Community Q&A **Q: Rectangular pillar chandelier** *(in Photo Questions)* Where did you purchase the rectangular pillar chandelier? A: The chandelier is Restoration Hardware however, there are a number of chandeliers on the market with similar feel. **Q: Rug question?** *(in Photo Questions)* Do you recommend a rug pad a sisal rug used on tile?? A: Yes, sisal is a great durable, natural material that can be used on top of all different flooring types. I do recommend a pad, not to thick of a pad but enough to grip the rug, negate movement and add minimal cushion! **Q: love the sofa what is the brand** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you! This room design was done many years ago...approx 9 or 10 to be exact! It was a Bernhardt sofa, not sure this frame is still available. Please let me know if I can be of any service! **Q: Need Help with Living Room** *(in Design Dilemma)* Any advice to improve this room. Paint color, etc... Entry A: In a perfect world would negate the tile floor (to cold and hard) and install a "whitewash" wood or engineered wood…but would need to know flooring in other areas of the home first as that definitely comes into play. Would soften seating area with round table, maybe introduce an organic table base such as a rustic drift wood base with round glass top…Instead of drapery panels/valance I would install woven roman shades (alone) in a wood/white wash finish to add further texture, a little warmth yet maintain the soft palette orrrr you could add to the textured romans stationary drapery panels on either end in an off white to add much needed fabric if the tile floor stays. The area rugs are extremely important given the tile floor…they need to be larger to ground the entire sitting area…thus as someone else mentioned above, the main rug needs to float under your furniture …this is hard given the angular shape of the sofa but can be done perhaps with a larger 8 x 10? rug or a custom cut and bind (you find broadloom carpeting and have it cut to size and bound on the edges)…an area rug with some pattern would be nice though. Fan & ceiling light seems imposing, if not a necessity I would get rid of but most that have fans, need/use them for circulation needs etc.. It is a great start! Best of luck! **Q: Walls** *(in Photo Questions)* What is this beautiful wall color and who make it? Thank you! A: Thank you Tudy50! The color is a BMoore Nantucket Gray ~ good luck! **Q: Chairs** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi. Love the chairs. How would I order them? A: I can certainly facilitate and assist you with that. Please feel free to contact me directly at PT Designs Inc. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-10.*