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address: "Santa Barbara, California 93105, United States"
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website: http://www.thedecorbrief.com
rating: 5
review_count: 6
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# The Decor Brief

Original Houzz profile: [The Decor Brief](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-decorators/the-decor-brief-pfvwus-pf~759040845)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Interior Decorators
- **Location:** Santa Barbara, CA
- **Serves:** Santa Barbara, Goleta, Montecito, Mission Canyon, Toro Canyon, Summerland
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2022–2024), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 250 Ideabook Saves
- Woman owned
- High-end
- 25 years in business

For over 25 years my passion has been my work (and my family) and I feel so incredibly lucky to love what I do.  My degree is in business and my heart is in all aspects of real estate including interior design, property development, sales, foreclosures, rentals (short and long-term), renovations, project management and real estate consulting.   My comprehensive career enables a global approach to your project. 
Remodeling a room, building a house, setting up a short-term rental, staging to sell? The Decor Brief can manage the entire project or help a la carte.

### Services Provided

- Art Selection
- Basement Design
- Bathroom Design
- Bedroom Design
- Color Consulting
- Design Consultation
- Furniture Selection
- Garage Design
- Interior Design
- Kids Bedroom Design
- Kitchen Design
- Laundry Room Design
- Living Room Design
- Space Planning

### Areas Served

- Santa Barbara
- Goleta
- Montecito
- Mission Canyon
- Toro Canyon
- Summerland

### Typical Job Cost

$10,000 - 1 million

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | The Decor Brief |
| Address | Santa Barbara, California 93105, United States |
| Phone | (805) 300-9810 |
| Website | http://www.thedecorbrief.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 3 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [The Decor Brief](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-decorators/the-decor-brief-pfvwus-pf~759040845)
- **Website:** http://www.thedecorbrief.com
- **Phone:** (805) 300-9810

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Properties I have designed have been awarded 5-star status.

- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2022–2024), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 50.0

### All 6 reviews

**★★★★★ — Tileco, Feb. 2023**

> It was a pleasure working with Vanessa at The Decor Brief! She can take a drab, uninspiring space and turn it into a fun yet timeless work of art. I love how she takes classic ideas and gives them a fresh spin that will last a lifetime.

**★★★★★ — Joanne Sims, Jan. 2023**

> "If I could put 1000 ❤️ I would!"
> That's what Vanessa texted us after she saw my husband's sculptures on the wall of our freshly finished remodeled Kitchen and Livingroom.
>
> I found Vanessa through Houzz's remodel questionnaire. She lives in the town where the remodel was taking place and I live 6 hours away. I needed a reliable, trustworthy, and committed designer to be where I wasn't. And, someone with an exceptional sense of color and textures who could deal with the whims of retired art teachers.
>
> We communicated for 7mos, before meeting face to face, working out layouts, colors, permits, contractors, floors, cabinets, etc. Eventually, once the construction was ready to begin, I moved on site for the duration of the project. Vanessa, my husband and I worked together seamlessly. She listened, considered, and analyzed every request and comment. She responded and made things happen until absolute completion. She did not shy away from the tough stuff of negotiating with contractor's mistakes, repairs and expenses.
>
> Thorough, attentive, dedicated and always available - "If I could put 1000 ❤️ I would!"
> Vanessa is the one you want!

**★★★★★ — Camilla, July 2021**

> Vanessa was easy to work with and did a fantastic job.  She is very prompt and always did what she said she would do.  I love what she did and she was always conscientious about price.  I am thrilled and would highly recommend her for any decorating job.

**★★★★★ — lwwaldorf, April 2021**

> Vanessa is amazing. She has incredible vision and knows how to get even impossible projects done. She gets to know you and what your taste is and comes up with great ideas while still keeping to your budget.  I can't say enough good things about her. Her work ethic is like nobody I know.

**Comment from The Decor Brief:**

> Lisa, I really enjoyed working with you both.  You were Rockstars!

**★★★★★ — Flore Marchisio, April 2021**

> Vanessa just did an excellent job with decorating my chalets. She went above and beyond my expectations and I can't recommend her enough to anyone interested in re-decorating their place.
> She understood exactly what I was after and she came up with some ideas and suggestions that were just perfect.
> Her decorating skills are second to none.

**Comment from The Decor Brief:**

> Flore, the pleasure was mine.  I loved creating your space to be "like nothing else" in Chamonix. Profitez ma belle.

**★★★★★ — lorrainemull, April 2021**

> A complete joy to work with! Vanessa understands construction, quality, and taste. Not a cookie cutter designer, she has an intuitive feel for the vibe of her client.  5 stars is not enough!  You will LOVE working with this wonderful tastemaker!

**Comment from The Decor Brief:**

> Thank you Lori, I loved working with you and look forward to your next project.

## Selected projects

- [Ocean View Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ocean-view-residence-pj-vj~6516253)
  - Location: Santa Barbara, CA
  - Photos: 27
  - Description: Ocean View Home set up as a short-term 5-star vacation rental. Project included all furniture selection and bathroom remodels.
- [Luxury Ski Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/luxury-ski-home-pj-vj~6516200)
  - Location: Olympic Valley, CA
  - Photos: 97
  - Description: Two luxury ski homes, designed for short-term vacation rentals. Project was from conception to completion.
- [Santa Barbara Beach Front Before and After](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/santa-barbara-beach-front-before-and-after-pj-vj~7146229)
  - Location: Santa Barbara, CA
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: Brief was to redesign kitchen, living room and dining areas
- [Montecito Estate Before and After](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/montecito-estate-before-and-after-pj-vj~7146237)
  - Location: Montecito, CA
  - Photos: 17
- [Ski Resort Rooftop Deck](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ski-resort-rooftop-deck-pj-vj~6599724)
  - Location: Park City, UT
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: Converted an unused rooftop into a 2200 square foot deck with jacuzzi, firepit, dining area and outdoor kitchen overlooking the slopes and historic Main Street. Underfloor heating, new elevator, gas firepit, and flexible spaces/furniture to mix and match usabilty.
- [San Francisco](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-francisco-pj-vj~6601571)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 37
  - Description: Total remodel, swapped kitchen with dining room to create a better layout. Integrated period detail to make the home cohesive while still giving the client a modern edge.

[See all 6 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-decorators/the-decor-brief-pfvwus-pf~759040845)

## Ideabooks

- [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/145996727/list/wish-list) — 9 ideas
- [My Project](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/145996728/list/my-project) — 2 ideas

[See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/webuser-525310650)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-14.*