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address: "38822 Eldesierto Road, Suite D, Palm Desert, California 92211, United States"
latitude: 33.7644
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phone: "(303) 345-8877"
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rating: 5
review_count: 4
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# Battaglia Studios

Original Houzz profile: [Battaglia Studios](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/battaglia-studios-pfvwus-pf~471021129)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Artists & Artisans
- **Location:** Palm Desert, CA
- **Serves:** Los Angeles, Indio, Cathedral City, Palm Desert, Coachella, La Quinta, Desert Hot Springs, Rancho Mirage, Thousand Palms, Bermuda Dunes, Indian Wells, Desert Edge, Sky Valley, Vista Santa Rosa, Indio Hills, Denver, New York City, Seattle
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (4 reviews)

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Locally owned
- Offers Custom Work
- 45 years in business

THE VERY BEST, CUTTING EDGE CUSTOM MURAL, SURFACE DESIGN, PAINT, AND FINISHING FOR THE DISCRIMINATING CLIENT. FINE ART AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. 

I have been providing custom mural, texturized wall design and art to designers and their clients since 1972. I am a native of Denver, Colorado, have a Bachelor of Fine Arts from The University of Colorado and a Masters of Fine Arts from The University of Washington where I also taught fine art.  Battaglia Colorworks & Design, Inc. began in 1982 in Denver, primarily serving designers and architects.  My work is in major private and public collections throughout the world. I continue
to do commission work throughout the United States with primarily representational
landscape and figurative work. I am sought after for my unusual and unique ragged-edged
paintings and unusual ancient writings and pictographs.

I SPEAK THE LANGUAGE OF DESIGN, ARCHITECTURE AND ART!
I am a creative through and through! My life is involved with the process of turning nothing into some form of passionate and meaningful design, color, and form. I literally come alive when I am working with color and design!!! It is my number 1 passion. Whether I am working on a mural in Rock Creek, Montana or a painting in my Studio in Denver or Palm Desert, my world is bringing forth the picture deep inside through revelation and beauty! Art for me is a reflection of the discovery of God in my life, a sublime mystery! I have found that it "is about the work."  I enjoy the challenge of manifesting new ideas and concepts and I wear the hat of problem solver not prima donna.

### Services Provided

- Art Installation
- Commissions
- Custom Artwork
- Custom Furniture
- Decorative Painting
- Faux Painting
- Fine Art
- Mural Painting
- Texture Painting
- Wall Stenciling

### Areas Served

- Los Angeles
- Indio
- Cathedral City
- Palm Desert
- Coachella
- La Quinta
- Desert Hot Springs
- Rancho Mirage
- Thousand Palms
- Bermuda Dunes
- Indian Wells
- Desert Edge
- Sky Valley
- Vista Santa Rosa
- Indio Hills
- Denver
- New York City
- Seattle

### Typical Job Cost

$1,000 - $2,000,000

Free estimate

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Battaglia Studios |
| Address | 38822 Eldesierto Road, Suite D, Palm Desert, California 92211, United States |
| Phone | (303) 345-8877 |
| Website | http:// |
| Followers on Houzz | 16 |

**Social profiles:**
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/pub/michael-battaglia/23/180/8ba
- Blog — http://www.battagliastudios.com/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Battaglia Studios](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/battaglia-studios-pfvwus-pf~471021129)
- **Website:** http://
- **Phone:** (303) 345-8877

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 4 reviews**

### All 4 reviews

**★★★★★ — enonvalley, March 2015**

> We recently built a house in the desert. Michael Battaglia was hired to do the Venetian plaster. Not only did he do beautiful work with the plaster, but also painted a beautiful mural on the center of the ceiling around a light feature. When my kitchen island arrived it was not what I ordered. He sat patiently with me mixing colors until we found the right combination. When I went to the art gallery I was pleasantly surprised that two of the very unique pieces I chose were created by Michael. He is a very creative and versatile artist.

**Comment from Battaglia Studios:**

> Thank you Jennifer for your kind words.  Stay in touch! Michael

**★★★★★ — xavieregitto, March 2015**

> Michael is a true artist.....he turned our kitchen into a Tuscan Villa and our living room was transformed with a beautiful glaze that brings warmth and texture to our home.  Michael has painted other of our friends houses here in Colorado, always creating unique spaces governed by the clients wishes.  This experience was great, and Michael is now a great friend.  Would hire him with no hesitation!

**Comment from Battaglia Studios:**

> Thanks Rick for your kind words! See you in a few weeks! M

**★★★★★ — Janet Brooks Design, March 2015**

> Michael has been a go-to artist/faux finisher/problem solver for my design firm for many years.  We started working together in Colorado, when a client was interested in custom painting on her walls that was beyond the scope of wallpaper.  Michael can deliver ANYTHING.  He seriously is to talented that it's impossible to define the scope of his work.  Fine Art, Faux Finishes, Plasters, Murals, whatever you can imagine....he can design and execute.  He's amazing!

**★★★★★ — D'Waters Interiors, Inc., March 2015**

> I have worked with Michael at Battaglia Studios on multiple projects spanning many years.  My clients have been more than happy with his work and the artistry he brings.  I'm able to use Michael's creativity in many ways as he he well versed in all art forms regarding specialized finishes....and a delight to work with!

## Selected projects

- [Artisan Finishes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/artisan-finishes-pj-vj~1006961)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 19
- [Dome Interior](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dome-interior-pj-vj~924259)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
- [Commissions](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/commissions-pj-vj~1006956)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 39
- [Cabinetry Finishes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cabinetry-finishes-pj-vj~941890)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Venetian Plaster](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/venetian-plaster-pj-vj~1006969)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 22
- [Fine Art](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fine-art-pj-vj~1006877)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 63
- [Murals](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/murals-pj-vj~1025400)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Architecture and Design Article](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/architecture-and-design-article-pj-vj~1013380)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6

[See all 8 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/battaglia-studios-pfvwus-pf~471021129)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-06.*