--- title: "Directions In Design, Inc. — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/directions-in-design-inc-pfvwus-pf~662915412 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~662915412.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Directions In Design, Inc." category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/21c343b900008b90_2038-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "1849 Craig Road, St. Louis, Missouri 63146, United States" latitude: 38.7033 longitude: -90.4618 phone: "(314) 205-2010" website: http://www.directionsindesign.com rating: 5 review_count: 18 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 172 last_updated: 2026-10-21 --- # Directions In Design, Inc. Original Houzz profile: [Directions In Design, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/directions-in-design-inc-pfvwus-pf~662915412) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** St. Louis, MO - **Serves:** St. Louis, Florissant, Chesterfield, Wildwood, University City, Ballwin, Kirkwood, Maryland Heights, Hazelwood, Webster Groves, Ferguson, Creve Coeur, Manchester, Clayton, Saint Louis, Overland, Eureka, Town and Country, Ellisville, Des Peres, Ladue, Olivette, Berkeley, Brentwood, Saint Johns, Glendale, Northwoods, Frontenac, Castle Point, Pagedale, Clarkson Valley, Warson Woods, Winchester, All 50 states, Glencoe, Grover - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (18 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2018), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Directions In Design, Inc. (DID) founded in 1975, has many years of diverse experience. We have created interior designs for new homes, room additions, basement plans, 3D renderings, kitchen and bath plans, wine cellars, and new refreshing looks for any part of your home. The woman owned (WBE and DWBE Certified) firm’s project base is built on extensive repeat business and a strong client referral network. As DID has grown, the firm has consistently earned awards for excellence. Thirty four professional design, purchasing, and support staff has accepted the challenge of projects ranging from extensive renovations to complex new construction. Resources include a large in-house library and Auto CAD/Revit technology which allows design teams to interface easily with owners, architects, engineers and other professional team members. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Living Room Design - Bedroom Design - Color Consulting - Space Planning - Furniture Selection - Kids Bedroom Design - Dining Room Design - Custom Cabinets - Lighting Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Home Office Design & Construction - Custom Built-ins - Entry Design - Floor Plans - Playroom Design - Project Management - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Furniture - Laundry Room Design - Mudroom Design - Nursery Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - House Plans - Custom Home Bars - Art Selection - Universal Design - Basement Design - 3D Rendering - Custom Bookcases - Sunroom Design & Construction - Custom Rugs - Custom Entertainment Centers - Home Theater Design - Sustainable Design - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Pantries - Home Staging - Downsizing - Drafting - Green Building - Handicap-Accessible Design - Energy-Efficient Homes - Decluttering - Historic Building Conservation - Custom Murphy Beds - Kitchen Remodeling ### Areas Served - St. Louis - Florissant - Chesterfield - Wildwood - University City - Ballwin - Kirkwood - Maryland Heights - Hazelwood - Webster Groves - Ferguson - Creve Coeur - Manchester - Clayton - Saint Louis - Overland - Eureka - Town and Country - Ellisville - Des Peres - Ladue - Olivette - Berkeley - Brentwood - Saint Johns - Glendale - Northwoods - Frontenac - Castle Point - Pagedale - Clarkson Valley - Warson Woods - Winchester - All 50 states - Glencoe - Grover ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Directions In Design, Inc. | | Address | 1849 Craig Road, St. Louis, Missouri 63146, United States | | Phone | (314) 205-2010 | | Website | http://www.directionsindesign.com | | Followers on Houzz | 172 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/didstl - X (Twitter) — http://twitter.com/did\_inc - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/company/2464305?trk=pro\_other\_cmpy - Blog — http://www.didstl.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Directions In Design, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/directions-in-design-inc-pfvwus-pf~662915412) - **Website:** http://www.directionsindesign.com - **Phone:** (314) 205-2010 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) - WBE & DWBE Certified - Forbes Magazine - Missouri's Leading Design Firm - Featured in Beautiful Baths National Magazine - Featured Better Homes & Garden - Kitchen & Bath Ideas - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2018), for Service. **Affiliations** - [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019) - [Long Island Builders Institute](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/long-island-builders-institute-pfvwus-pf~756067597) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 18 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Paul Lyman, June 2019** > It was a pleasure working with such an a tentative and talented group of designers. I am looking forward to working with them on many future projects. **Comment from Directions In Design, Inc.:** > Thank you, Paul > We really appreciate your knowledge and technical skills with always supplying our clients wtih the best design solutions. > Jane **★★★★★ — Jan Bay, Dec. 2017** > Directions in Design is a wonderful team of professtionals that are able to translate your ideas to a beautiful design. **★★★★★ — Kristy Orison, July 2017** > I love working with these designers!! They really are the best in sourcing....product knowledge and getting everything brought together in a timely professional manner! **Comment from Directions In Design, Inc.:** > Thank you Kristy, your efforts allow us to present our clients real solutions. **★★★★★ — Sherry Lung, May 2017** > Direction in Design has been an inspiration throughout my career. They encouraged me when I was starting as an interior designer and now support my company as an agent representing manufacturers. They are professional, talented and so much fun to work with them. It makes my day when I get a call to stop by and assist with projects. I feel like part of the family because of all the wonderful people. **★★★★★ — Erika Evans, Feb. 2017** > As a manufacturer sales rep., working with Directions In Design is always a pleasure. The firm has a very creative and knowledgeable Interiors Group that works with a diverse project base across the country. When working on projects with DID, attention is always given to detail, budgets, aesthetics, and performance for their clients' space. **★★★★★ — John Brennan, Jan. 2017** > I am a manufacturers' representative that has called on Directions In Design for over 25 years. If you have a project I highly recommend you choose this company. **★★★★★ — Cindy Baker, Dec. 2016** > 41 years of Professional Interior Design is nothing to sneeze at! Directions in Design, Jane Ganz and her staff and have grown to be very well respected around the world! The products they offer and their Design Service are the best available. Congrats on all the awards and longevity in an ever changing industry! **★★★★★ — Gowri Gulwadi, Nov. 2016** > The wonderful folks at Directions in Design, Inc. provided Interior Design students and faculty from the University of Northern Iowa an amazing tour of their firm! We received a wealth of information regarding the design process and products. We loved the tour and several students mentioned to us later that they would love to work in a firm like this! Thank you Steve Patton, and the talented team at Directions in Design, Inc. **★★★★★ — KDR Designer Showrooms, April 2016** > It’s a pleasure working with the staff at Directions In Design, Jane Ganz and her design team are exceptional at achieving the look their customers desire. Cindy and Julie frequent the showroom to find just the right fabric to bring their customers vision to life. We love working with DID! **★★★★★ — debstrobach, April 2016** > We worked with Steve Patton on the design and furnishing our cabin and our recent new addition. We are thrilled with beautiful furniture we ordered through him. We loved his advice and the way he incorporated the new addition with our existing cabin and furnishings. His suggestions gave us a great view of our lake and the best use of our new space. **★★★★★ — Crescent Plumbing Supply Co., June 2015** > Directions in Design is one of the most reputable full service design firms in Saint Louis. We have had the pleasure of working closely with Jane and DID's talented designers for a number of years. They understand lead time, budgets, etc. You can trust their expertise going forward into your commercial or residential project. **★★★★★ — Barron Mirror Glass and Door, June 2015** > Directions in Design is one the most respected design agencies in the greater St Louis region and I have worked in conjunction with them on many projects over many years. DID staff has always shown the highest degree of professionalism in all aspects of design, planning and implementation. I am always happy to work with DID on a project because I know the end result will be amazing. ## Selected projects - [St. Louis Contemporary Kitchen Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/st-louis-contemporary-kitchen-renovation-pj-vj~1680617) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchens-pj-vj~220340) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 27 - [Dining Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dining-rooms-pj-vj~220334) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 19 - [Bars](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bars-pj-vj~220710) - Location: St. Louis, MO - Photos: 4 - [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bathrooms-pj-vj~219935) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 43 - [Lower Levels](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lower-levels-pj-vj~318759) - Location: St. Louis, MO - Photos: 7 - [Bedrooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bedrooms-pj-vj~220330) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 26 - [Living Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/living-rooms-pj-vj~219941) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 43 - [Entry/Foyers](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/entry-foyers-pj-vj~441698) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Home Offices](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/home-offices-pj-vj~220332) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Hearth Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hearth-room-pj-vj~1464317) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 [See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/directions-in-design-inc-pfvwus-pf~662915412) ## Ideabooks - [muddroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/73585354/list/muddroom) — 49 ideas - [windows 303](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/71570264/list/windows-303) — 18 ideas [See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/didstl) ## Community Q&A **Q: Transition question** *(in Photo Questions)* Is there anything used to transition the tile to the carpet? A: Sorry Tammy for the long delay! The carpet has been rolled and tucked against the ceramic tile. Of course the carpet was selected to make this type of installation work. **Q: fireplace - love it** *(in Photo Questions)* what are the dimensions of the fire place frame and what are the tiles A: The fireplace is 5'-9" wide and 4'-6" tall. The 12" x 24" tiles are from Atlas Concorde, the style is Glow and the color is Planet. Please call DID at 314-205-2010 for any design help! **Q: Granite color** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the granite color used? A: This project was in Naples, FL. We purchased the granite through the fabricator, it is called Silky Yellow. Please call DID at 314-205-2010 for any design help! **Q: Wall** *(in Photo Questions)* What is on wall behind the wet bar? A: It is a plate glass mirror behind the wet bar. Please call DID at 314-205-2010 for any design help! **Q: Art** *(in Photo Questions)* Where did you get the abstract artwork? A: The artwork belonged to the client. Please call DID at 314-205-2010 for any design help! **Q: Paint** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the paint color? A: This paint color is Glidden-Rough Hewn. Please call DID at 314-205-2010 for any design help! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-10-21.*