--- title: "Designs by Deborah — Artists & Artisans | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/designs-by-deborah-pfvwus-pf~629475729 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~629475729.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Designs by Deborah" category: ["Artists & Artisans"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/cc93c83205e84cad_7345-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Frederick, Maryland 21702, United States" latitude: 39.4926 longitude: -77.4612 phone: "(301) 467-1899" website: http://www.designsbydeborah.com rating: 5 review_count: 34 best_of_houzz_awards: 7 followers: 65 last_updated: 2026-08-16 --- # Designs by Deborah Original Houzz profile: [Designs by Deborah](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/designs-by-deborah-pfvwus-pf~629475729) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Artists & Artisans - **Location:** Frederick, MD - **Serves:** Baltimore, Columbia, Germantown, Frederick, Ellicott City, Rockville, Bethesda, Potomac, Olney, Clarksburg, Ballenger Creek, Urbana, Chevy Chase, Thurmont, Walkersville, Spring Ridge, Middletown, Clover Hill, Braddock Heights, Jefferson, Myersville, Bartonsville, New Market, Woodsboro, Mount Aetna, Beaver Creek, Bagtown, Mount Lena, San Mar, Mapleville, Burkittsville, Jugtown, Pondsville, Darnstown, Great Falls, Keymar, Ladiesburg, Mclean, New Midway, Rocky Ridge, Unionville, Washington DC - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (34 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 7 awards (2016–2024), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Decorative Artist serving Maryland, Virginia and D.C. Best of Houzz 2021, 2019, 2018, 2017 and 2016. Providing full service decorative painting, custom artwork on canvas, faux finishes, murals, and artisan-glazed refinishing for kitchen cabinetry. Residential & Commercial Deborah Weir has been painting beautiful interiors since 1990. She has a B.A. in Fine Arts and Art History from Hood College, Frederick, MD. This combination of study was the inspiration for starting her Decorative Painting business. Faux Finishes and Trompe l'oeil Murals, which give new homes a beautiful sense of history and character, are often inspired by the past. One client may be inspired to have a mural designed to look like a classical Italian fresco, and another inspired to have their walls antiqued to resemble a French country manor house. Since those early years, Deborah's work has branched out to encompass more and more exciting design options including more Transitional and Contemporary projects. From walls inspired by artist Mondrian to large scale urban loft-style feature walls. If you can imagine it, she can paint it for you! ### Services Provided - Cabinet Refinishing - Children's Murals - Commissioned Art - Contemporary Murals - Custom Art - Custom Artwork - Decorative Painting - Faux Effects - Faux Marble - Faux Painting - Horse Painting - Horse Portraits - Kitchen Cabinet Painting - Marbeling - Modern Murals - Mural Painting - Texture Painting - Vanity Refinishing - Wall Stenciling - Wood Graining ### Areas Served - Baltimore - Columbia - Germantown - Frederick - Ellicott City - Rockville - Bethesda - Potomac - Olney - Clarksburg - Ballenger Creek - Urbana - Chevy Chase - Thurmont - Walkersville - Spring Ridge - Middletown - Clover Hill - Braddock Heights - Jefferson - Myersville - Bartonsville - New Market - Woodsboro - Mount Aetna - Beaver Creek - Bagtown - Mount Lena - San Mar - Mapleville - Burkittsville - Jugtown - Pondsville - Darnstown - Great Falls - Keymar - Ladiesburg - Mclean - New Midway - Rocky Ridge - Unionville - Washington DC ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Designs by Deborah | | Address | Frederick, Maryland 21702, United States | | Phone | (301) 467-1899 | | Website | http://www.designsbydeborah.com | | Followers on Houzz | 65 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/designweir - Blog — www.designsbydeborah.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Designs by Deborah](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/designs-by-deborah-pfvwus-pf~629475729) - **Website:** http://www.designsbydeborah.com - **Phone:** (301) 467-1899 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 7 awards (2016–2024), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 34 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Charlotte Ramsey Cole, June 2023** > Our decorator brought Debbie to paint our ceiling beams to look like wood. YOu would never know they are not wood. She did a gold wash over our dining room table and added some texture to other walls. She is lovely and talented, and I cannot recommend her enough. **Comment from Designs by Deborah:** > Charlotte--thank you! It was such a pleasure to work with you on your beautiful home! **★★★★★ — A. J. Bell, Dec. 2021** > Deborah's talent as an artist is amazing. I'm talking about raw talent, the kind where you can look at something or dream it up and paint it. I moved into a new house and she executed two artistic paintings. The kitchen has a large pantry with double doors and I asked her to paint a cornucopia (horn of plenty) across the doors. I emailed several pictures to her showing colorful ones I liked. She went to work with a handful of paintbrushes and paints which she mixed to get optimum colors and created my cornucopia. When I returned home, I was stunned at how beautiful it was. I asked if she could add a plump, red tomato and she did so while I watched. The second project was a powder room where I wanted a water scene with lotus plants on the full 9" high wall facing the door. I told her that when my guests opened the door, I wanted their mouths to drop open and for them to say "Oh My God!!" in an appreciative exclamation. Again, I emailed her a couple of lotus water scenes that I liked. She offered to draw something from scratch, but I told her that I already had a concept of what I wanted. Ladder and paints in hand, she applied her brushstroke skills once again. I knew it was fabulous when my first guest opened that powder room door. My guest screamed out, "Oh My God, who did this?!" It happens every time. **Comment from Designs by Deborah:** > Thank you Aaro! I had so much fun working with you in your beautiful home :) **★★★★★ — Kathy Chandler, Dec. 2021** > All I can say is Deborah is awesome. She transformed 2 bedroom sets to make them look current. We are now having her work on our dining room set as well. A pleasure to work with,Deborah’s talent is amazing. We can never thank you enough!!! **Comment from Designs by Deborah:** > Kathy--you're the best! With your decorating talent and eye for color, it was such fun :) **★★★★★ — HU-692894461, Oct. 2020** > Deborah painted our 30 year old oak cabinets in our laundry room and hall bath. She provided great input on color choices and clearly outlined the project timeline and cost. Her attention to detail was amazing. She went above and beyond to insure the finished product would exceed our expectations. Deborah was a pleasure to work with we would highly recommend her. We just love our “new” cabinets. **Comment from Designs by Deborah:** > Thank you W and D! It was such a pleasure to work with you in your beautiful home :) **★★★★★ — Richard Lightner, Jan. 2019** > Deborah applied her artistry to the walls of my new condo, and I am very pleased. She is very sweet and happy and hardworking and reliable. She tries to involve the client in the creative decisions, but I usually just trusted her instincts. She's simply the best. **★★★★★ — kendradarnell, Sept. 2018** > Deborah is an amazingly talented artist as well as a very professional and respectful individual. She is very easy to work with and strives to please her customer. She painted several pieces of furniture for me, a mirror and a foyer light and I couldn’t have been more pleased with the outcome. I would highly recommend her without any hesitation whatsoever. An extreme pleasure to work with!!!! **Comment from Designs by Deborah:** > Thank you Kendra--the pleasure was all mine! Your home is beautiful! **★★★★★ — beth9darcy, April 2018** > Deborah did a fabulous job painting my island! Her price was reasonable, she was helpful in choosing the right color and she completed the project in a timely manner. Her work is meticulous and beautiful. She is lovely and professional. **Comment from Designs by Deborah:** > Thank you so much for your review Beth! It was a pleasure to work with you in your beautiful kitchen! **★★★★★ — spiti13, Nov. 2017** > With our project complete , we could not be more thrilled with the final product ! Our daughters combo surf/beach bedroom bathroom project is just perfect ! Deborah listened to our ideas and used her skills to create a dreamy room and tween would love . She was reliable , creative, professional , and also very nice ! Happy to recommend and I will use her again ! **Comment from Designs by Deborah:** > Thank you so much! I truly enjoyed bringing your daughter's design to life on her bedroom and bathroom walls! One of my favorite projects this year! **★★★★★ — Judith Sherer, Nov. 2017** > Debbie's work is amazing and working with her has been a true pleasure. She took our outdated kitchen and turned it into a beautiful new kitchen of our dreams. Debbie is talented, creative, and works within budget. She used her considerable skill and wonderful sense of color to help us create a plan that was perfect for us. Terrific experience!! **Comment from Designs by Deborah:** > Judy, thank you sooooo much for the lovely review! I enjoyed working with you and Michael on your kitchen-- more than you could know. You made me feel so welcome in your home that even Kippy and Mookie thought I was part of their doggie pack! **★★★★★ — Susan Brvenik, Sept. 2017** > Deborah Weir transformed my home with three different projects. A "Color Wash" in my family room, "Birch Trees" in my powder room and an incredible "Mural of Tuscany" in my office! > I have traveled all over this incredible world....I have to say that I was truly "blown away" by Debbie's talent, her professionalism and always wanting to bring the pictures in her clients minds to the forefront...that's key! > The, creative imagination of a true artist is the imagination of a "Great Mind" and a "Big Heart"! > This is Deborah Weir for sure!!! > If you have an opportunity to work with Debbie in your home or business, Take It!!! There is no one better than Deborah Weir!!! **Comment from Designs by Deborah:** > Susan, thank you! You were so fun to work with and I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to work in your beautiful home! Say hi to Baxter for me! **★★★★★ — Monica Hart, Feb. 2017** > Deborah did an outstanding job on the art for my daughter's room from start to finish. She arrived on time, was fair and reasonable with regard to price, took great care to be neat, and was a joy to work with. I am pleased to give her my highest recommendation. **★★★★★ — Marla Viorst, Feb. 2017** > I have hired Debbie several times, most recently to paint our kitchen cabinets. I wanted a distressed look, which is hard to achieve. She came prepared with ideas, samples and an open mind about input throughout the project. She matched concepts we found an Houzz and other sources. She gave a competitive budget that she met, and was very upfront and realistic about timeframe. Her quality of work is amazing, and she is an easy and considerate person to have in the house! She also replaced our cabinet hardware which was a bonus! ## Selected projects - [Contemporay Gold Feature Wall](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporay-gold-feature-wall-pj-vj~2910899) - Location: Bethesda, MD - Photos: 2 - Description: One of my new favorite projects done in collaboration with designer Brigitte Steinhorn. She wanted flashes of gold and dimension on this feature wall to create a vibrant backdrop to this beautiful credenza. - [Winter Birch Trees](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/winter-birch-trees-pj-vj~2860826) - Location: Luray, VA - Photos: 2 - Description: Hand painted winter birch trees are a perfect way to bring the outdoors in, while adding visual height and drama to this master bedroom. The custom color palette of the trees helps tie in the blue walls, warm white accent pillows and trim, and the cinammon brown of the wood floor and furniture. - [Transitional Entry Hall](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-entry-hall-pj-vj~1708528) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 1 - [Gray and Pink Girls Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gray-and-pink-girls-room-pj-vj~1287426) - Location: Alexandria, VA - Photos: 1 - [Kitchen Cabinets Refinished with Artisan Glazed Finish](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-cabinets-refinished-with-artisan-glazed-finish-pj-vj~1287113) - Location: Ijamsville, MD - Photos: 2 - Description: Your old kitchen can get a face lift with decorative painting at a fraction of the cost of replacing your cabinets. - [Hand Painted Tree Branches in Formal Dining Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hand-painted-tree-branches-in-formal-dining-room-pj-vj~2388476) - Location: Bethesda, MD - Photos: 5 - [Creative Contemporary Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/creative-contemporary-kitchen-pj-vj~2318418) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 4 - Description: Look what can be done with ordinary cherry cabinets! My client wanted a kitchen which reflected her family's energetic and artistic personality. She chose a bright, but earthy, blue and soft cream color palette. A beautiful distressed and Artisan-Glazed, hand rubbed finish was created to add personality and a sense of history befitting this hip North West D.C. home. - [French Country Scroll and Leaf Stenciled Tray Ceiling](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-country-scroll-and-leaf-stenciled-tray-ceiling-pj-vj~2437555) - Location: Great Falls, VA - Photos: 5 - Description: Beautiful things hapen when I am able to collaborate with a client who has a keen eye for color and design! Together, we designed a custom stencil to fit the scale of her tray ceiling. She knew she wanted to see a French Country, scroll and leaf design livened up with birds perched among the branches. This decorative painting rests on a silver, lavendar, and pearlescent faux finish which was hand glazed over the entire tray surface. Stunning with the marble fireplace, and crystalr chandelier! - [Garden Mural -- Historic](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garden-mural-historic-pj-vj~1287404) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 1 - Description: This hand painted mural in an historic home in Washington D.C. borrows the limited color palette and painting technique of historic hand painted wallpaper. The scene was inspired by the view of Rock Creek Park adjacent to the home. - [Surf Mural for Teen's Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/surf-mural-for-teen-s-room-pj-vj~2820483) - Location: Marriottsville, MD - Photos: 2 - [Twin's Nursery](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/twin-s-nursery-pj-vj~2226024) - Location: Woodbridge, VA - Photos: 2 - [Trompe l'oeil Wainscotting](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/trompe-l-oeil-wainscotting-pj-vj~1310831) - Location: Darnestown, MD - Photos: 1 - [Contemporary Grey Refinished Kitchen Cabinets](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-grey-refinished-kitchen-cabinets-pj-vj~1478109) - Location: Silver Spring, MD - Photos: 2 - Description: Update your dated cabinet finish without any construction or inconvenience. These 1980's pink maple cabinets are brought into the 21st century with a contemporary grey finish with a graphite glaze. - [Dining Room Magnolia Mural](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dining-room-magnolia-mural-pj-vj~1287336) - Location: Mount Airy, MD - Photos: 1 - Description: Hand painted magnolia tree branches in cream and gold over a soft gray base. This is a terrific way to add gray to existing cream and gold color palettes. Base coat painting by Donovan's Painting www.donovanspainting.com - [Transitional Master Bedroom with French Country Twist](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-master-bedroom-with-french-country-twist-pj-vj~1310369) - Location: Rockville, MD - Photos: 1 - Description: Interior Design by Jeanette Filderman Designs - [French Country Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-country-kitchen-pj-vj~1857057) - Location: Potomac, MD - Photos: 2 - [Sunrise Mural](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sunrise-mural-pj-vj~1287759) - Location: Mount Airy, MD - Photos: 1 - Description: Wake up to a beautiful sunrise every morning! A successful decorative painting project begins with a beautiful, professionally painted base coat. Base painting by Donovan's Painting. www.donovanspainting.com or contact at 410-461-2250 - [Mondrian Style Contemporary Mural in Grays and White](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mondrian-style-contemporary-mural-in-grays-and-white-pj-vj~2247756) - Location: Reston, VA - Photos: 5 - Description: A Mondrian- inspired contemporary mural is the perfect compliment to the clean lined architecture and gallery feel of this Reston, Va entry hall. Designed in collaboration with the clients, who were seeking a connection between their Dove White and Arctic Gray walls throughout the rest of the living areas of their home, this mural highlights and gives purpose to the expansive stairwall in this two story entry. All base painting and trim was beautifully finished by Alex Painting of Virginia Hydra… - [Transitional Gray Dining Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-gray-dining-room-pj-vj~1287895) - Location: Clarksburg, MD - Photos: 1 - Description: This soft gray color wash is the perfect link between traditional and contemporary elements in this transitional dining room designed by Brigitte Steinhorn of Centsable Designs by Brigitte. www.centsabledesigns.com - [Tangerine High Gloss Entry Hall](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tangerine-high-gloss-entry-hall-pj-vj~2437758) - Location: Bethesda, MD - Photos: 2 [See all 48 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/designs-by-deborah-pfvwus-pf~629475729) ## Ideabooks - [Connie's Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/174105571/list/connie-s-kitchen) — 31 ideas - [Disney](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/173897329/list/disney) — 1 idea - [blue walls](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/75885056/list/blue-walls) — 15 ideas - [Make a Wish Mural Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/156610248/list/make-a-wish-mural-ideas) — 27 ideas - [Patio Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/155519604/list/patio-ideas) — 8 ideas - [universal design bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/139560324/list/universal-design-bathrooms) — 17 ideas - [Pool Murals and Library Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/138555564/list/pool-murals-and-library-ideas) — 54 ideas - [Cathy R](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/137061443/list/cathy-r) — 28 ideas - [Rosemary and Keith Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108549216/list/rosemary-and-keith-ideas) — 9 ideas - [Sally Ceiling Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108448761/list/sally-ceiling-ideas) — 15 ideas - [Khushbu](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/104154950/list/khushbu) — 15 ideas - [Cabinets and vanities](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/55755633/list/cabinets-and-vanities) — 6 ideas - [Khusbu](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/104154858/list/khusbu) — 1 idea - [decorative ceilings](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/81831618/list/decorative-ceilings) — 54 ideas - [entry hall focal wall](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/96875011/list/entry-hall-focal-wall) — 10 ideas - [childrens rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/81832064/list/childrens-rooms) — 83 ideas - [glynis](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/92625622/list/glynis) — 17 ideas - [tray ceiling ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/81800744/list/tray-ceiling-ideas) — 11 ideas - [copper ceilings](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/81834417/list/copper-ceilings) — 6 ideas - [Grey faux finishes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65618691/list/grey-faux-finishes) — 21 ideas [See all 21 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/debweir) ## Community Q&A **Q: Wall coverings** *(in Photo Questions)* Where did you get that great wallpaper? A: Thank you for asking--this is a hand painted project that I custom designed for the client. Hand painting allowed us to borrow the feel of a more elaborate wall paper--but keep it open and light in design. **Q: is the decal custom or availabe for purchase?** *(in Photo Questions)* H A: Thanks for asking --this is actually a custom hand painted mural. I would paint it onsite directly on the wall for you in any color palette you choose. This tree was approx $600 **Q: Who did the wall paper/mural? Love it!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thanks for asking--it is an original design I hand painted in an historic home in Washington D.C. **Q: Flowers painted on wall** *(in Photo Questions)* I am looking to do something like the flowers you have depicted in the picture. What would something like that cost? Is it painting or a stencil? A: Thank you for asking....these are magnolias I hand painted in colors that coordinated with the walls. Every room is different in its layout and wall space...but this large dining room with a 12 foot ceiling was approximately $1,800 to $2,200 --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-16.*