--- title: "D for Design — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/d-for-design-pfvwus-pf~595671838 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~595671838.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "D for Design" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/fef39e2e0e07d3b4_4391-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Aliso Viejo, California 92656, United States" phone: "(949) 305-8020" website: http:// rating: 5 review_count: 13 best_of_houzz_awards: 9 followers: 841 last_updated: 2026-08-31 --- # D for Design > Orange County's Award-Winning Interior Design Studio \| 6x BOH Original Houzz profile: [D for Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/d-for-design-pfvwus-pf~595671838) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Aliso Viejo, CA - **Serves:** Los Angeles, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Laguna Niguel, San Clemente, Palm Desert, Rancho Santa Margarita, Palm Springs, San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point, Laguna Beach, Coto De Caza, Corona del Mar, Trabuco Canyon, Capistrano Beach, East Irvine, Newport Coast - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (13 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 9 awards (2013–2026), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Industry Research - Barometer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Online consultation - 15 years in business Coastal Orange County Interior Design Studio \| Custom Homes, Luxury Remodels Timeless Interiors with a Current Point of View. Whether you're building a custom home, remodeling an existing residence, or furnishing a single room, D for Design can manage your project from design concept to the finishing touches. Our work is guided by a simple goal: to create homes that are thoughtfully designed, beautifully finished, and truly personal to the people who live in them. We are a full-service interior design studio specializing in interior architectural design, high-end custom homes, turnkey residences, spec homes, remodels, and fine home furnishings. We create personalized interiors and outdoor living spaces that reflect each client's lifestyle, taste, and the architectural character of the home. Working in a broad range of styles, from contemporary to traditional, dramatic to relaxed, we create interiors that balance beauty, quality, and function. We will simplify the design process by guiding clients through every decision, from space planning and finish selections to furnishings, lighting, artwork, and accessories. We bring a fresh, current point of view to each project while creating interiors that feel personal and enduring. Founded by Donna Puzifera in 2004, D for Design is built on decades of residential design experience. Before establishing the studio, Donna spent nearly a decade in an established Corona del Mar residential design studio, gaining experience with luxury custom homes during the early years of Newport Coast and throughout coastal Orange County, as well as developing vendor and client relationships, purchasing, and project management. Since then, D for Design's work has included more than 25 new construction residences completed in collaboration with Nicholson Companies, along with other luxury remodels and turnkey installations throughout Coastal Orange County and beyond. Awards and Recognition • 9x Best of Houzz Award Winner • Design Team Member, 2022 Gold Nugget Award of Merit – Best One-of-a-Kind Home • Published in California Homes Magazine, Luxe Magazine, and Orange County Home • Featured in The Orange County Register's OC Home and other online publications Ready to get started? Contact us to schedule your consultation and discuss your project goals. Initial on-site consultations are available by appointment, and consultation fees apply. 949-305-8020 Monday–Friday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM Weekend appointments available ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Living Room Design - Bedroom Design - Space Planning - Furniture Selection - Custom Cabinets - Lighting Design - Custom Built-ins - Floor Plans - Project Management - Home Staging - Kitchen Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling - Home Remodeling - Landscape Design - Custom Home - New Home Construction ### Areas Served - Los Angeles - Mission Viejo - Newport Beach - Laguna Niguel - San Clemente - Palm Desert - Rancho Santa Margarita - Palm Springs - San Juan Capistrano - Dana Point - Laguna Beach - Coto De Caza - Corona del Mar - Trabuco Canyon - Capistrano Beach - East Irvine - Newport Coast ### Typical Job Cost $5,000 - 1 million $5,000 - 1 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | D for Design | | Address | Aliso Viejo, California 92656, United States | | Phone | (949) 305-8020 | | Website | http:// | | Followers on Houzz | 841 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/DforDesignOC - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/dfordesignoc - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/pub/donna-puzifera/29/668/525 - Blog — http://instagram.com/dfordesignoc ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [D for Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/d-for-design-pfvwus-pf~595671838) - **Website:** http:// - **Phone:** (949) 305-8020 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of Houzz, Luxe Magazine Preferred Partner, Part of Design team on the 2022 Winner of the Pacific Coast Builders Conference Gold Nugget award for Best One-of-a-Kind Home, Part of Design team on the 2011 Home Aid Orange County’s Project Playhouse winner for best in show and best interior design. - **Best of Houzz:** 9 awards (2013–2026), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 13 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — HU-75615978, April 2026** > Donna is an exceptionally talented interior designer who brings creativity, thoughtfulness, and true care to every project she takes on. She was my interior designer for my home and she did a fantastic job. I was very pleased with her work for many years. I highly recommend Donna to anyone looking for an interior designer who is talented, professional, and truly passionate about creating beautiful spaces. **★★★★★ — trevorres, Nov. 2016** > Donna is a talented designer who cares not only about the overall design aesthetic, but also the little details in a project. She ensures that the design looks great and is comfortable to live in. **★★★★★ — Wendy Hooper, Sept. 2016** > I have known Donna for many years. What I have always found most remarkable about her is that she is not only willing but able to provide design services for the largest custom luxury home to the most modest cottage. She understands that super affluent clients will sometimes have tiny beach cottages that need love, too. And she adjusts budget and expectations accordingly. > > I call her "the Queen of Color" - literally. No one knows color and textiles better thanks she does. She blends fabrics, textures and color in utterly unexpected, startlingly fresh and beautiful ways, that no one could possibly imitate. That talent alone is worthy of her fee. > > I thank my lucky stars that I have her as a professional resource for myself when staging homes, and for my real estate clients when they purchase homes. She may never retire. I forbid it! **★★★★★ — Naila Moloo, Sept. 2016** > I talked to other Interior Designers in the process of selecting paint colors for my home. Donna was the only one who came to the process with the intent to listen vs. having recommendations. She took the time to get to know me and in the process was able to recommend colors that not only look wonderful on my walls, but put a smile on my face whenever I walk into a room. She also managed the painters for me, which made the whole process stress free! **Comment from D for Design:** > Thank you Naila for the nice review. Much appreciated. Glad you are enjoying your colors. **★★★★★ — loriparlette, Dec. 2015** > D for Design is a wonderful company to do business with. Donna has a wonderful eye for detail and has the ability to understand her clients and achieve just the look they want. I have seen a lot of her projects and she can do anything ranging from fun and whimsical, to man-caves, to beach oriented projects, and finally to classy elegance. She covers the whole spectrum and is so creative and competent. She offers the whole package from start to finish and makes the project hassle-free for her clients. Whenever I have a project, D for Design is the only place I go. You will be very happy with Donna and D for Design! **★★★★★ — Linda Laslo, Nov. 2015** > Donna is truly talented and her designs are thought out and original. I appreciate the time she took with me and with all her clients. Her attention to detail is refreshing. Contact Donna at D for designs, she is an amazing designer. **★★★★★ — User, Jan. 2014** > I have worked with Donna and her design team as a tile and stone product representative for years. I work with many designers and architects in the industry and can say that Donna is top notch. She is talented, creative, and extremely professional. Her design concepts are gorgeous and timeless. I have also met many of her clients and they have all been incredibly pleased with the service she provides as well as her finished product. **★★★★★ — tntk356, Oct. 2013** > I have been working with Donna Puzifera and her team at D for Design on a two-year project in which she coordinated the design of our beachfront home from the ground up. She is incredibly creative--check out her projects and inspirations on Houzz or Pinterest! Donna is an amazing researcher that can problem solve any challenge, she has an outstanding eye for detail, she keeps thorough records of the work in progress, has an exhaustive resource list, and is respectful of client desires while always keeping the overall theme in primary focus. During the course of our project, Donna has been personally motivated to work both closely with my husband and myself, and also on her own. She takes great pride in her projects, making each one individualized and unique. Our home is truly spectacular due in large part to the work of D for Design. **★★★★★ — mmlehoang, March 2013** > She was in charge of the interior design of our beach house. We received many accolades for the tasteful design, for the exquisite details as well as the color coordination of the house. > She is honest and has high work ethics. > Would strongly recommend her. **★★★★★ — sassyfax, March 2013** > D for Design did an incredible job with assisting me with my kitchen remodel design and decorating!! Donna did the best job in maximizing my budget while never compromising style. I will absolutely hire D for Design for my next job. I have already referred many colleagues and friends to them and have not been dissapointed. **★★★★★ — Denise Talbot, Feb. 2013** > My husband and I were looking for a home to buy in Corona Del Mar in January 2012. We came across a beautiful home that was perfection in our eyes except for the price point. The home was amazing and the design aspect was exactly what we wanted! I took the card of the designer who had pulled this home together so nicely, " D For Design." Little did we know that we would wind up building a home later that same year. We found a wonderful builder and an awesome lot right on Balboa Island. Initial questions were asked of us like cabinetry, paint colors, tile choices. We thought we had it all together to make all the decisions and then the questions asked of us were highly techinical and out of our comfort zone. We remembered the house designed by, "D For Design", in Corona del Mar and called them thinking they could answer these tough questions. Thankfully Donna Puzifera and her team could fit us into their schedule. > > Donna wrangled together our bathroom and kitchen tile choices and then coordinated them with cabinetry tops, trim work, flooring, and design aspects as well as working alongside the fabricators to get the look we were all happy with. > Donna worked with us in pulling together a beautiful color palette for the interior of our home. Lighting was asked of her and she produced perfect choices. Nothing has been out of the question with her extent of knowledge in design, size and scale, color choices... We've asked for her input on custom powder room cabinetry, pendant lighting, dining room chandeliers, and living room furniture placement. We are always given many options to choose from and of course Donna will give her advice when we get off track. > Donna and her team are easy to work with, they listen to their clients ideas, they work with their budgets, they offer multiple styles and textures, and then we all work together to pull together the look and feel of the home that is desired. > Donna stays within the budget given her, she is dependable, prompt in meeting deadlines, as well as on time for meetings. She is so easy to work with. My husband and I can't wait to move into the home that we have helped design with, " D For Design." Thank you so much Donna and Tara. > > Sincerely, > > Denise and Todd Talbot **★★★★★ — carter11515, Feb. 2013** > HIGHEST RATING POSSIBLE. Our home had to be gutted on the first floor due to a water main leak while on vacation. After interviewing several contractors and designers none of whom were up to the challenge or did not want to take it on, my sister referred me to D for Design as she had been both a friend of Donna's and used her many times over the years. Donna came in and found us a contractor and knew what and how to design from the studs on out, kitchen included. She worked with the contractor on an almost daily basis and took what was a nightmare into something workable and possible. She came with me on every appointment and provided invaluable advice in a professional manner. In trying to cut costs, she came with me to huge granite warehouses so I could buy direct. She was able to find what was right with the perfect eye for our budget and taste and seemingly stood at the entrance and went right to the perfect choice. She also went with me to the warehouse where out furniture was stored and which had been ruined in storage and negotiated a settlement. She was my constant companion for almost a year, working on an hourly rate due my budget constraints. > > I have also seen her high end design which is tailored to the client's taste, needs, and life style. When she has worked with high end design where there is no budget, the homes are beautiful and luxurious, both inside and out as she can also do landscape design and outdoor living spaces. And she worked with me where there was a tight budget choosing design and materials that came together in a way that looked as beautiful as if there had been no budget. > > I trust her taste and she works to find what the client needs and wants rather than imposing something unworkable that looks good but cannot be lived in. She has been featured in magazines and design centers have featured her room designs in their windows. This is a designer who understand what it takes to create a home from the studs to the last throw pillow to the bar-b-que pit outside! It has been a few years since I last worked with her and I think back to those days with fondness at our many laughs and her guidance and help through a thicket of challenges. ## Selected projects - [Updated Beach Retreat - Corona del Mar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/updated-beach-retreat-corona-del-mar-pj-vj~6111274) - Location: Newport Beach, CA - Photos: 30 - Description: The client asked for a modern beach style with a slight edge to go with the newly acquired Cape Style home and their collection of old California Plein Air paintings. - [Coastal Contemporary Custom Home - Corona del Mar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/coastal-contemporary-custom-home-corona-del-mar-pj-vj~6684318) - Location: Newport Beach, CA - Photos: 21 - Description: A modern coastal retreat infused with warmth and refinement. This home captures the essence of contemporary California living. Clean architectural lines softened by organic textures, sculptural furnishings, and a serene, neutral palette. Expansive ocean views take center stage, framed by light oak floors, layered materials, and curated art that bring depth and quiet sophistication to the space. The result is effortless luxury. Modern, livable, and timelessly coastal. - [Ocean Front Contemporary \#2 - Corona del Mar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ocean-front-contemporary-2-corona-del-mar-pj-vj~4876987) - Location: Newport Beach, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: A contemporary ocean front house with all the bells and whistles. We furnished this house to show off all its best accents with modern contemporary furniture, a punchy neutral color palette with a few brighter pops of color and an overall luxurious feel that’s fresh and fun for family and entertaining. - [Ocean Front Contemporary \#1 - Corona del Mar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ocean-front-contemporary-1-corona-del-mar-pj-vj~2989208) - Location: Newport Beach, CA - Photos: 13 - Description: We were brought in to design a furnishing plan for this extraordinary contemporary ocean front home. We created custom pieces to suit the large scale of the rooms and play up the gorgeous views. We brought in rich colors to play off of the warm wood tones and bright surroundings. We balanced elements of nature with clean lines to maintain the contemporary architecture. - [Santa Barbara Chic - Corona del Mar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/santa-barbara-chic-corona-del-mar-pj-vj~31413) - Location: Newport Beach, CA - Photos: 24 - Description: We call it Santa Barbara Chic with a mix of Spanish architecture, a few Moroccan accents and a bit of modern contemporary for todays living. This Santa Barbara style design in Corona del Mar with a wine room and a roof top deck easily lends itself to entertaining and exudes a sophisticated, relaxed style. We wanted to create the perfect transition between indoor and outdoor living that clients in this area are so accustomed to. - [Morning Canyon - Corona del Mar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/morning-canyon-corona-del-mar-pj-vj~15410) - Location: Newport Beach, CA - Photos: 30 - Description: No detail was overlooked in this classic Santa Barbara style residence in Corona del Mar, California. It was designed for casual living with comfortable indoor living and extraordinary outdoor experiences. - [Santa Barbara meets the Hamptons - Monarch Beach](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/santa-barbara-meets-the-hamptons-monarch-beach-pj-vj~754048) - Location: Dana Point, CA - Photos: 23 - Description: We blended classic Mediterranean elements with traditional Hamptons style to create a beautiful California beach house. - [British Colonial meets Modern Beach House - Corona del Mar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/british-colonial-meets-modern-beach-house-corona-del-mar-pj-vj~2065986) - Location: Newport Beach, CA - Photos: 32 - Description: We lovingly call this project "Aristocratic meets Modern Beach House". It has a British Colonial style exterior and at the owners request, an interior that is a mix aristocratic glamour, rich colors, all the modern luxuries of today and a hint of contemporary design. The bones of the house stay true to its British Colonial style with white walls and dark wood accents updated for today’s living but the furnishings are where we got to have some fun. We designed custom cabinets throughout the house… - [Colorful Boho Loft - Newport Beach](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/colorful-boho-loft-newport-beach-pj-vj~7658249) - Location: Newport Beach, CA - Photos: 38 - Description: A little bit glam rock, a little bit rainforest. This space doesn’t whisper—it roars. Think glam rock attitude meets boho jungle sanctuary, with moody blues, punchy greens, and a jungle’s worth of plants. A maximalist moment perfectly controlled. Every detail reflects the client’s call for an eclectic, expressive home. These interiors layer saturated color, sculptural furniture, & organic elements to create a lush, expressive escape. - [Warm Modern - Corona del Mar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/warm-modern-corona-del-mar-pj-vj~15408) - Location: Newport Beach, CA - Photos: 21 - Description: This home was designed to have a soft modern feeling, blending the clean lined Mediterranean exterior with warm elegant interior elements. The goal was to create something that was both beautiful yet comfortable and to play up the unusual architectural features. Neutral tones with tasteful splashes of color create a calming environment characteristic of the style and soul of this exceptional home. - [Noela - Honolulu, Hawaii](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/noela-honolulu-hawaii-pj-vj~15994) - Location: Honolulu, HI - Photos: 25 - Description: Originally built in the 1930’s this island home, located at the foot of Diamond Head, went through a complete re-build in 2007 and now exemplifies the charm and openness of Hawaiian-style living. Beautifully designed to retain the architecture of the past and includes all the luxuries of the present with stunning views of Kapiolani Park, the ocean & the Waikiki coastline. - [Vantis Brownstone - Aliso Viejo, Ca.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vantis-brownstone-aliso-viejo-ca-pj-vj~274381) - Location: Aliso Viejo, CA - Photos: 7 - Description: Designed for a fun loving bachelor and his small son, an elegant three-story row townhome offers chic urban designs. A little bit of New York Loft style located in an Orange County condo. - [D for Design Assorted Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/d-for-design-assorted-bathrooms-pj-vj~7857929) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 27 - Description: This collection showcases a selection of bathroom designs completed over the years, reflecting a diverse range of aesthetics, including modern, bohemian, updated traditional, Mediterranean, and contemporary styles. - [D for Design Exterior Spaces - Assorted exterior spaces](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/d-for-design-exterior-spaces-assorted-exterior-spaces-pj-vj~1017602) - Location: Newport Beach, CA - Photos: 26 - Description: We can help with landscape design and furnish your exterior areas to coordinate with your interior areas. - [Entertaining by Design at the Laguna Design Center](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/entertaining-by-design-at-the-laguna-design-center-pj-vj~761557) - Location: Laguna Niguel, CA - Photos: 14 - Description: Entertaining by Design at the Laguna Design Center benefitting the Philharmonic Society of Orange County! Showcasing spectacular tabletop displays by top Southern California interior designers throughout LDC showrooms. - [Project Playhouse award winning “Little Diamond Head”](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-playhouse-award-winning-little-diamond-head-pj-vj~20669) - Location: Irvine, CA - Photos: 8 - Description: Project Playhouse 2011 “Little Diamond Head” The annual fundraiser benefitting HomeAid Orange County, a nonprofit organization benefiting homeless families in Southern California. We were lucky to participate during their 20th anniversary in 2011 in collaboration with Nicholson Companies to design “Little Diamond Head” which won awards for Best Interior Design, Best Architectural Design and Best in Show. - [Holiday Decorations](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/holiday-decorations-pj-vj~845374) - Location: Yorba Linda, CA - Photos: 5 - Description: When you're ready to "Deck the Halls" give us a call. We can do it for you. We can customize it to go with your home or work with your existing decorations. [See all 17 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/d-for-design-pfvwus-pf~595671838) ## Community Q&A **Q: what size is the drop down dining table** *(in Photo Questions)* dining table dimensions A: Oops sorry. I have that one. It is 7'-8" long. **Q: what is the latest colors for interiors?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: I don't pay too much attention to what the trends are. I don't really like to do what everybody else is doing. I don't like to follow. I like to lead. It depends on the space, the architecture and what the client is looking for. Mostly I get a vision in my head of what I think the space needs and then try to find images, fabrics and items that will help represent that vision to my clients. **Q: What brand of cabinets? What kind of wood?** *(in Photo Questions)* What brand of cabinets? What kind of wood? A: Custom - no brand You'd have to contact the builder for materials. Nicholson Companies in Newport Beach. **Q: where can I find that table chain centerpiece** *(in Photo Questions)* I’m dying to find a centerpiece like that one for ly dinner table A: We purchased that one from a "To the Trade" showroom in 2018. I can contact them and see if they can still get them. The cost will probably be around $400 plus any shipping fees. It's made out of wood. Let me know if you are still interested. **Q: Can I use your image on my blog page? Thanks** *(in Photo Questions)* Can I use your image on my blog page? Thanks A: Sure. Can you give me credits? And can you send it to me afterwards? **Q: anyone have info on where I could find a similar door? stunning!** *(in Photo Questions)* . A: This door was custom made for this project by our local upholsterer using a faux leather with nailhead trim. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-31.*