--- title: "Design Quest Interiors — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/design-quest-interiors-pfvwus-pf~754977853 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~754977853.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Design Quest Interiors" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/bf93aa56018a7dad_1333-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "Auburn, New Hampshire 03032, United States" latitude: 42.9925 longitude: -71.3449 phone: "(603) 860-5509" website: http://DesignQuestInteriors.com rating: 5 review_count: 18 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 87 last_updated: 2026-09-08 --- # Design Quest Interiors Original Houzz profile: [Design Quest Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/design-quest-interiors-pfvwus-pf~754977853) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Auburn, NH - **Serves:** Northern MA, Southern NH - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (18 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2017–2021), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100 Ideabook Saves As the Owner, Principal Designer & Stager, of Design Quest Interiors I specialize in designing spaces that reflect the needs and lifestyles of clients with varying budgets. Whether it be prepping your home for a profitable sale, renovating an outdated interior, or re-styling it to better serve your family, my experience in Interior Design and Real Estate services give me a unique perspective on not only what it takes to create a home, but what it takes to sell one. I'm Kelli Kelliher, and clients often tell me that I have a comfortable and approachable personality and a style that contributes to my success. Connecting with and trusting the designer or stager you choose is critical to the relationship and project result. My experience and education in real estate staging, interior design, home renovations, and space planning, have helped me provide outstanding service to clients and sellers in New Hampshire, and beyond. My degree is in Interior Design, however, I also have a Staging Certificate in CPD Staged to Sell. Though inactive, I have possessed a \*New Hampshire real estate license for 30 years which provides me a unique expertise and understanding of the dynamics involved in the Realtor© \| Client \| Stager relationship. This experience strengthens my understanding of a home buyers motivation. If you are a Realtor© or homeowner, call (603) 860-5509 to discuss your next pre-market prep and home staging needs. (Kelli Kelliher is an inactive real estate agent and is not soliciting listings - but she'd love to stage yours!). ### Services Provided - Color Consulting - Space Planning - Custom Blinds & Shades - 3D Rendering - Home Staging - Accessory Sourcing - Material Selections - Personal Shopping - Re-Design - Real Estate Staging - Window Treatments ### Areas Served - Northern MA - Southern NH ### Typical Job Cost $200 - 250,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Design Quest Interiors | | Address | Auburn, New Hampshire 03032, United States | | Phone | (603) 860-5509 | | Website | http://DesignQuestInteriors.com | | Followers on Houzz | 87 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/DesignQuestInteriorStyles/ - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelli-kelliher-with-design-quest-llc-44161b80?trk=nav\_responsive\_tab\_pro - Blog — http://Pinterest.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Design Quest Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/design-quest-interiors-pfvwus-pf~754977853) - **Website:** http://DesignQuestInteriors.com - **Phone:** (603) 860-5509 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - A.S. Interior Design - Home Staging Certificate in Staged to Sell - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2017–2021), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 18 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — HU-355262483, Nov. 2020** > Kelli has an amazing eye and a strong sense of how emotions affect the psychology of a home purchase. She efficiently and effectively worked with me advising me on how to arrange every room, hallway, closet, and cupboard down to the tiniest detail. I took all of her advice and sold my home for more than asking price within 6 weeks of our staging meeting!! Kelli is an amazing design professional with a an awesome personality. I wish her much success!! **Comment from Design Quest Interiors:** > Thank you so much, Angela!! What a ride that was! Good luck to you in your new home! :) **★★★★★ — HU-720649640, March 2019** > Kelli was so helpful using our own items to prep our house for the open house. She was full of great ideas and made our house look fantastic. **Comment from Design Quest Interiors:** > Thank you Sheila!! Such a great time working with both you and Rich. All the effort paid off....I hear your house is now under agreement after only 6 days on the market!! **★★★★★ — Carol Young, Feb. 2018** > Kelli was a pleasure to work with while designing and planning my yoga studio project. She immediately was able to see what "could be" and conveyed possibilities to me, giving me ideas from which to move forward. She encouraged me to think ahead and worked with me in person as well as online and keeping in touch through texts when needed. Working with Kelli was inspirational and helped me to organize the many facets of designing a space. Thank you Kelli! **Comment from Design Quest Interiors:** > Thank you Carol! My pleasure entirely - such a transformation! Wishing you much success in this peaceful space. :) **★★★★★ — Tracey Bisignano, Feb. 2018** > I hired the services of Design Quest (Kelli) to help me with design, color and style of my entire home as part of a complete remodel. From our first phone meeting through the end of the design we work well together. This project spanned close to a year starting with demolition and ending with finishing touches. Kelli stayed in contact with me and my contractor to keep up with the progress of the project. It was challenging to say the least having meetings in the middle of a construction zone but our meetings were productive and Kelli came with ideas and options that I would not have thought of on my own. Kelli was very responsive as I had a zillion questions and ran ideas by her via text and email and sending photos. I'm sure it was challenging on her end to keep reined in on the style. I wanted a beach cottage concept and in the end we pulled that look together and I couldn't be happier with my complete new home. **Comment from Design Quest Interiors:** > Thank you Tracey. So grateful I could play a part in this exciting transformation! Wishing you many years of happiness in this beautiful new space! **★★★★★ — Tania Zirn, Nov. 2017** > Kelli helped me decorate our 1st floor for Christmas 2015. We were having the entire family at our house for the first time in years and I wanted it to look extra special. She worked with our existing items, finding the best places for them and also brought in some great new ideas. The house looked so great and everyone loved it. In fact we took pictures and set it up exactly the same way the following year and plan to continue to do that. **Comment from Design Quest Interiors:** > Thank you Tania! That was such a fun holiday project; so glad that you were so pleased with the results! When you get bored with that design we can always mix it up a bit! :) **★★★★★ — patlawson63, Nov. 2017** > We used Design Quest to begin the multi-year process of updating our house, not only for our own personal enjoyment, but also to prepare it to be sold in a few years. Kelli was always available via email to answer questions and always arrived promptly to appointments. We all worked well together to come up with design plans for particular rooms that were both aesthetic and functional. All questions and concerns were discussed immediately and solutions found. Kelli clearly loves her job and does an excellent job. We will be continuing to use Design Quest for future projects. **Comment from Design Quest Interiors:** > Thank you Patty for your kind words! It's been such a great experience working with you and Steve on your design journey! We'll keep plugging away until it's completed and ready for market. :) **★★★★★ — Sarah Bohorquez, Sept. 2017** > I was very grateful to have Kelli's talent staging my house to put on the market. She was able to transform my home into a showplace, while being sensitive to the needs of my family. Kelli was on time and easy to communicate with, in person and by phone or email. I would highly recommend her services and feel that her help enabled me to sell my house quickly (3 days). **Comment from Design Quest Interiors:** > Thank you so much for that wonderful review, Sarah! I completely enjoyed working with you on your charming farmhouse! I'm so happy you and your family can move on to your next adventure! :) **★★★★★ — N S, June 2017** > My husband and I were debating whether to remove a wall between our small family and living rooms to create a larger space for family gatherings. We hired Kelly to do a 3 – D design to help us envision the area as one large room. From the various views that Kelly created, and her enthusiasm about the project, we decided to remove the wall. We continued working with Kelly to choose furniture colors and layout, flooring, lighting options, wall color, and window treatment ideas. Kelly guided us through that process and really listened to take into consideration our personal needs and tastes. She was extremely attentive and helpful through the entire process. When we first met, I told Kelly that my dream was to have a finished large area where our growing family could gather for the holidays, and we did! Thank you Kelly! **Comment from Design Quest Interiors:** > Thank you so much Nancy and Scott! Your reno was so much fun! I loved all the challenges it presented! Wishing you many years of enjoyment in your new space! > (Before - photo gallery wall which was removed) **★★★★★ — User, June 2017** > I hired Kelli to do a kitchen makeover and she exceeded all expectations. Thanks to her creativity and attention to my requests, I finally have my dream kitchen. She was professional, enthusiastic, and very responsive to any questions I had. We stayed within budget and it perfectly matched what I wanted. Thank you, Kelli! **Comment from Design Quest Interiors:** > Thank you so very much, Priscilla! It was such a pleasure working with you on this project! Wishing you many years of happy memories in your new kitchen! **★★★★★ — Greg Coppola, May 2016** > I hired Kelli to do a 3-D Design and floor plan for my 1st Floor Addition. Kelli worked well with my contractor and was able to produce the floor plans I needed in a timely manner. The 3-D Designs have been very helpful in communicating out "wants/must haves" to the contractor, and have served as a spring board for other ideas/opportunities with the project. > > Kelli is very out-going and detail oriented and asked a lot of very good questions throughout the design process. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to hire a designer. **Comment from Design Quest Interiors:** > Thank you Greg for your kind words! I had such a great time assisting you and Katie with your renovation! Keep the after photos coming!:) **★★★★★ — B. A., May 2016** > We completed a "mini" kitchen makeover by refacing our cabinets with new black cabinet doors, however was concerned that it would make our kitchen too dark. Kelli at Design Quest helped us select complimenting colors keeping our concerns and small budget in mind. She actually SAVED us money! We were going to replace our wainscoting backsplash, but instead opted to keep it and lightened it up with a fresh coat of paint. What a difference! Her vision of using natural lighting and pulling colors from adjacent rooms really helped tie everything together and flow from room to room. Professional, down to earth and really pays attention to the clients tastes, I highly recommend Design Quest! Pictures to follow soon.... **Comment from Design Quest Interiors:** > Thank you Brenda! I love assisting clients with a 'diy' project and helping them pull it all together! You had a beautiful vision that's now a reality! Great team work! **★★★★★ — brenda3693, March 2016** > We asked Kelli to help us choose a color scheme for remodeling our corporate headquarters. She did a great job at recommending colors and an overall look. She put in a lot of effort to help source suppliers for flooring and furniture too. The office looks great thanks to Kelli. Some finishing touches are still pending due to budget but we'll get there. Kelli's still checks in on the progress and I know she's always responsive if we need her. > Thank you again Kelli. **Comment from Design Quest Interiors:** > I am so grateful for this opportunity, Brenda! I can't thank you enough for selecting me to assist on this challenging design! You're absolutely right....I'm only a phone call away! ## Selected projects - [Full Custom Kitchen Remodel, New Boston, NH](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/full-custom-kitchen-remodel-new-boston-nh-pj-vj~6308172) - Location: New Boston, NH - Photos: 4 - [Before & After](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/before-and-after-pj-vj~4147963) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 19 - [Real Estate Staging](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/real-estate-staging-pj-vj~4590756) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 44 - [Bedford, NH - Full Kitchen Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bedford-nh-full-kitchen-renovation-pj-vj~2047648) - Location: Bedford, NH - Photos: 18 - Description: This kitchen renovation includes all custom maple cabinets, quartz c-tops, subway tile back splash, installation of toe kick heater, and new appliances. Thank you WS Dennison Custom Cabinets, Stone Creations, Viking Propane, Kurt Harris Tile, Phil Lafond Plumbing, Baron's Appliance, and Andrew Cillo for your part in this beautiful reno! - [Salem, NH Lake View Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/salem-nh-lake-view-home-pj-vj~2552056) - Location: Salem, NH - Photos: 24 - Description: SOS Include interior reStyling - working closely with homeowner to create color palette, material selection, tile selection, accessory selection, space planning, flooring, lighting selection, small furniture & case goods, fabrication of custom valances and bench seat cushion. Additional credits to: P.A. Home Improvements Ferman Fabrics Cyr Lumber Kitchen & Bath Tile Gallery Carole Fabrics & Diane Panzieri - [Auburn, NH - Bathroom Color Refresh](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/auburn-nh-bathroom-color-refresh-pj-vj~2385876) - Location: Auburn, NH - Photos: 9 - [Auburn, NH - Full Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/auburn-nh-full-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~230954) - Location: Auburn, NH - Photos: 8 - Description: On this full kitchen remodel I collaborated with Not Just Kitchens to source the cabinetry and Silestone counter top. The renovation included flooring, color scheme, accessories, cabinet selection, etc. Kelli Kelliher, Allied Member ASID, Design Quest, LLC - [Deerfield, NH - Family Room/Living Room Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/deerfield-nh-family-room-living-room-renovation-pj-vj~2130624) - Location: Deerfield, NH - Photos: 11 - Description: I created a 3D color CAD drawing of the two spaces with the wall in place as the first phase of this project. This complete project included the removal of the wall shared by the family room and living room, create a color palette, space planning, selection of sectional, chair and pillow fabric, lighting, some accessory placement. It also includes the idea to harmonize the two spaces by 'wrapping' the existing white beams in the family room to rustic beams as seen in the living room. This family… - [Auburn, NH Kitchen Refresh - Before & After](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/auburn-nh-kitchen-refresh-before-and-after-pj-vj~1512784) - Location: Auburn, NH - Photos: 11 - Description: The best compliment is a repeat customer! This kitchen project included creating a color scheme, wall paint, back splash design and tile selection, select accent wallpaper in corner cabinet, accessory selection, fabric selection for custom bar stool cushions and area rug. Custom valance forthcoming! Thank you Denise your repeat business; it's very much appreciated! - [Miscellaneous 3D CAD Drawings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/miscellaneous-3d-cad-drawings-pj-vj~2900773) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Auburn, NH - Custom Shower, Tile Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/auburn-nh-custom-shower-tile-design-pj-vj~2606890) - Location: Auburn, NH - Photos: 7 - Description: Wall color selection, custom shower material/design selection, design of wooden tub surround, accessories. - [Auburn, NH - Mudroom Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/auburn-nh-mudroom-renovation-pj-vj~230909) - Location: Auburn, NH - Photos: 2 - Description: Selection of color scheme to transition from already renovated adjoining kitchen. Design of striped walls (paint), create additional storage, accessory selection, etc. Functional, bright and pretty. Thank you painting contractor Michael McCall. Kelli Kelliher, Allied Member ASID, Design Quest, LLC - [Auburn, NH - Custom Craftsmen Stairway](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/auburn-nh-custom-craftsmen-stairway-pj-vj~1495901) - Location: Auburn, NH - Photos: 4 - Description: This design project consisted of removing the entire 1985 builder grade stairway and replacing it with newly constructed oak and maple Craftsmen style materials. Thank you Mike McCall for your hard work! Kelli Kelliher, Allied Member ASID, Design Quest, LLC - [Exeter, NH - CAD Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/exeter-nh-cad-addition-pj-vj~1744250) - Location: Exeter, NH - Photos: 5 - Description: Create a 3D CAD drawing of proposed addition, space planning, interior design - [Auburn, NH - Bath Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/auburn-nh-bath-renovation-pj-vj~1496001) - Location: Auburn, NH - Photos: 12 - Description: Full bath reno (down to the studs in some areas) including new ceramic tile floor, custom subway tile in shower displayed in a herringbone pattern, custom shower curtain, brushed bronze fixtures, beadboard wainscott, pedistal sink, fresh coat of coordinating paint combined with a few of the homeowners accessories. Kelli Kelliher, Allied Member ASID, Design Quest, LLC - [Manchester, NH - Space Planning, CAD and more](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/manchester-nh-space-planning-cad-and-more-pj-vj~1496525) - Location: Manchester, NH - Photos: 22 - Description: Design project included selection of color scheme, carpet, flooring, furniture, window treatments and space planning. I collaborated with Carpet World and Office Alternatives both of Manchester, NH. Thank you Mark and Brenda for the opportunity to assist on this project! The photo's shown below are renderings from my 3D Chief Architect program and actual photos of the finished space. - [Auburn, NH - Space Planning/Home Office & Family Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/auburn-nh-space-planning-home-office-and-family-room-pj-vj~609064) - Location: Auburn, NH - Photos: 6 - Description: I was hired to design a home office and family room area in the unfinished space above a garage. One of my favorite parts of my job! This is the color rendering of my preliminary proposal. Thank you Brenda and Bill for the opportunity to assist you! All my space planning drawings are presented using Chief Architect Interiors CAD program. Kelli Kelliher, Allied Member ASID, Design Quest, LLC - [Auburn, NH - Brick Hearth White Wash and Room Re-Style](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/auburn-nh-brick-hearth-white-wash-and-room-re-style-pj-vj~2763384) - Location: Auburn, NH - Photos: 4 - Description: Add a white wash treatment to a dated 1985 brick hearth, update wall color and trim and you have a fresh new take on this living room! - [Bradford, MA - CAD Drawing for Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bradford-ma-cad-drawing-for-addition-pj-vj~1770824) - Location: Haverhill, MA - Photos: 4 - Description: I was hired to create a 3D color rendering of this home on a lake in MA. Specifically to show placement of three proposed dormers to obtain a building permit. Two in the front and one in the rear overlooking the existing deck. This project was completed remotely. Love technology when it works! Fun little project! - [Custom Soft Goods - Window Treatments, Pillows, Etc.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-soft-goods-window-treatments-pillows-etc-pj-vj~230936) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 27 - Description: This project showcases a variety of custom items from window treatments to slipcovers. For larger projects I collaborate with a several professional workrooms and for smaller jobs I collaborate with a talented seamstress. Design Quest was hired to design each item and select all coordinating fabrics/notions ensuring it enhanced the surrounding space. Kelli Kelliher, Allied Member ASID, Design Quest, LLC [See all 20 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/design-quest-interiors-pfvwus-pf~754977853) ## Ideabooks - [Ceiling Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118813132/list/ceiling-ideas) — 1 idea - [Island Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118813070/list/island-ideas) — 1 idea - [Design Misc.](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/79854671/list/design-misc) — 20 ideas - [Equestrian Inspiration](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/59609851/list/equestrian-inspiration) — 7 ideas - [Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/59581594/list/lighting) — 6 ideas - [Flooring](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11912904/list/flooring) — 1 idea [See all 6 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/kellikelliherdesignquest) ## Community Q&A **Q: Love the railing. where can i find this ? thanks!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Looks like a custom piece:/ **Q: Please help with lighting for a 5x7 bathroom** *(in Design Dilemma)* I am renovating this guest bath....replacing tub shower with a shower only. I am planning on one LED can in the shower. How can I economically light the vanity/ toilette area. I am planning on mirroring the entire wall from the vanity up. Attached is a picture of my bathroom. I am going contemporary/modern in design. Either neutral taupe/beige or grey. A: Is the vanity and c-top remaining? **Q: finding the right Greige. . harder than I thought!!!!** *(in Design Dilemma)* Gray? Beige? can't seem to find the right Greige color to paint my foyer, hall, great room! Everything looks blue!! : ( kitchen is B.Moore Copley Gray which opens to the great room etc. B.Moore Revere Pewter looks baby blue in the house, and SW Anew Gray looks like baby blue silver. Swatches are not appearing the same not the walls at all! any good suggestions for a Greige that has more taupe undertones? really like the copley gray but don't want such a dark tone for the first floor living even though there is a ton of natural light. A: Yes it is! Try changing out your light bulbs before you repaint. **Q: Our entryway wall** *(in Design Dilemma)* Need popping ideas for paint colors or designs I'm adding large framed mirrors all ideas are welcomed A: Always select your inspiration piece prior to choosing paint color....wall art, fabric, etc. **Q: Art for my small living room** *(in Design Dilemma)* We just moved in and just got this sofa and pillows. Unsure of what kind of wall art I can use due to window on the left side. Please help!! A: How much space between sofa arm and wall on the right side? **Q: boys bathroom help** *(in Design Dilemma)* I want to paint my boys' bathroom. I am plannig on framing the mirror as well as probably removing the towel bar. They are 14, 11, and 8. It is also the bathroom that our guests use when we have company. Any suggestions to make this bathroom look better. I love "Fixer Upper" on HGTV and am into that style. Any help is really appreciated. A: Always select inspiration piece first then choose wall color from there, ie: fabric, wall art, etc. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-08.*