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address: "945 Northrup St, San Jose, California 95126, United States"
latitude: 37.3249
longitude: -121.9153
phone: "(408) 228-7196"
website: http://www.tykarges.com
rating: 5
review_count: 23
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followers: 11
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# Ty Karges

Original Houzz profile: [Ty Karges](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/ty-karges-pfvwus-pf~815705923)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators
- **Location:** San Jose, CA
- **Serves:** San Jose, Fremont, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Mountain View, Milpitas, Palo Alto, Cupertino, Morgan Hill, Campbell, Los Gatos, Los Altos, Saratoga, Alum Rock, Cambrian Park, Seven Trees, Fruitdale, Buena Vista
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (23 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2022–2026), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 100 Ideabook Saves
- Locally owned
- Free consultation
- Evening consultations

Ty specializes in Scandinavian, Midcentury Modern, and Minimalist styles in home staging and interior designs alike. 

Managing your project is a breeze when working with Ty. She is an accomplished project manager who understands the importance of timeline and budget. With extensive background in Engineering, functionality and longevity are also amongst the top elements in her beautiful designs.

Ty is reliable and flexible and will not settle for anything less than 100% customer satisfaction.

### Services Provided

- Interior Design
- Kitchen Design
- Bathroom Design
- Living Room Design
- Color Consulting
- Space Planning
- Furniture Selection
- Lighting Design
- Project Management
- Art Selection
- 3D Rendering
- Home Staging
- Downsizing
- Holiday Decorating
- Decluttering
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Basement Remodeling
- Bathroom Remodeling
- Home Remodeling
- Furniture Rental
- Lighting Installation
- Smart Homes

### Areas Served

- San Jose
- Fremont
- Sunnyvale
- Santa Clara
- Mountain View
- Milpitas
- Palo Alto
- Cupertino
- Morgan Hill
- Campbell
- Los Gatos
- Los Altos
- Saratoga
- Alum Rock
- Cambrian Park
- Seven Trees
- Fruitdale
- Buena Vista

### Typical Job Cost

$3,000 - 75,000

We commit to providing the most value for luxury home staging. Prices vary with sqft, number of rooms, furniture selection, and location.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Ty Karges |
| Address | 945 Northrup St, San Jose, California 95126, United States |
| Phone | (408) 228-7196 |
| Website | http://www.tykarges.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 11 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Ty Karges](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/ty-karges-pfvwus-pf~815705923)
- **Website:** http://www.tykarges.com
- **Phone:** (408) 228-7196

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2022–2026), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 23 reviews**

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

### Reviews

**★★★★★ — Gummow Brothers Real Estate, March 2026**

> Ty consistently does an excellent job. She impresses our sellers with her design, attention to detail, and ability to elevate every property. That level of presentation reflects well on our team.
>
> We also appreciate her responsiveness and ability to execute quickly when we’re on tight timelines. She’s reliable, professional, and a valuable part of our extended team.

**★★★★★ — Kalina W., Jan. 2026**

> Ty and her team are absolutely phenomenal! I started working with Ty last year and her professionalism, care and execution is second to none. She and her team are thorough and accommodating. I cannot speak more highly of them.

**★★★★★ — HU-678043965, Jan. 2026**

> I’ve worked with many stagers, and Ty truly stands out. Ty and her team do a beautiful job, but more importantly, they are flexible, communicative, and incredibly easy to work with.
>
> As a listing agent, I’m very intentional about how each home is strategically positioned, and I really appreciate how closely Ty listen and collaborate with me. Her staging always supports the overall selling strategy — not just making the home look nice, but making it resonate with potential buyers.
>
> Ty is incredibly responsive, reliable, and always adapt smoothly when timelines or plans change, which I appreciate so much. Her work consistently helps create strong first impressions and great results for my listings. I see Ty and her team as a trusted partner in my business and highly recommend them to anyone.

**★★★★★ — John Marshall, Nov. 2025**

> Ty is creative & professional. She is fantastic, easy to work with, and so talented! I cannot recommend her enough.

**★★★★★ — Coldwell Banker Realty, Nov. 2025**

> Ty delivers exceptional staging every single time. Her impeccable style and vision transform homes into showpieces that capture buyers’ attention. She often brings in her own unique pieces to give each space that extra “wow” factor. Beyond her talent, Ty is a joy to work with—kind, reliable, and thoroughly professional.

**★★★★★ — Sunaina Arora, Feb. 2025**

> Always a pleasure working with Ty! Her attention to detail and professionalism are unmatched. She and her team consistently deliver an exceptional customer experience. Highly recommend!

**★★★★★ — Jen Maurry, Aug. 2024**

> Ty and her talented team are fantastic to work with! Her exceptional skills and keen eye for detail add immense value to every home she stages. Ty's professionalism and pleasant demeanor make the collaboration a true pleasure. We received numerous compliments on the staging she did for our listing, and we are confident that her work played a significant role in selling it well over the list price. We eagerly look forward to working with Ty and her team on our next listing.

**★★★★★ — Carolyn Botts, July 2024**

> This is the first time I have worked with the staging services of Ty Karges Home Design.  She did not disappoint!   Even though the job was small in comparison to much of her regular clientele, she met me at the site prior to my seller’s move out, made good suggestions, listened to my goals and put us on her schedule.
>
> My seller had a change in circumstances and needed to adjust the staging date by a couple of weeks early.  Ty was gracious and able to squeeze us in - even though it meant finishing the job in the evening to be ready for photography.  Always professional, very responsive to questions and adjustments.  What she did to transform the space was no less than AMAZING.  My Seller was completely impressed and pleased.  Thank you Ty!   - what a pleasure it has been to work with you.  I look forward to many future projects with you!

**★★★★★ — Rordon Hutchison, Nov. 2023**

> Simply the best, highly recommend!  Would use again, professional, quick and easy, good quality and best of all helped selling home!

**★★★★★ — Stacey Woods, Oct. 2023**

> Ty Karges and her design team totally transformed my Downtown San Jose townhome listing from basic builder issued to an elegant posh urban sanctuary. Ty is very organized and provides great communication from start to finish. Ty understood the prospective buyer for the property and tailored the design and staging furniture to appeal to their preferences. Without a doubt this home would not have sold in such a challenging market without the expert design by Ty Karges and her team. Thank you Ty! Super excited to work with together on another successful staging and sale!

**★★★★★ — Mike Lee, June 2023**

> Ty is simply extraordinary. I recently purchased a condo and was starting from scratch. She made the design process a breeze by asking simple questions to get a sense of my taste and preferences. From finalizing layouts to selecting furniture, rugs, and light fixtures the process couldn't have been less stressful. In fact, Ty has made this a fun adventure. I'm thrilled with the outcome.
> What was an empty condo now feels genuinely like home. All I can say is partner up with Ty – you won't regret it!

**★★★★★ — Christina Amaral, Feb. 2023**

> Ty did an amazing job staging my latest listing. She has a brilliant eye and mind for design and really elevated the home and made it look so much better than I could’ve ever imagined. Plus staging and removal days were quick and professional. I can’t wait to work with Ty again on my next listing!

## Selected projects

- [The Good Place HomeBar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-good-place-homebar-pj-vj~6811711)
  - Location: Cupertino, CA
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: In the fall of 2021, this unused space was reimagined and turned into the Good Place HomeBar. The concept of creating a home bar came first then came the name that was so fitting! In early 2020, a young tech couple and their four adorable kitties moved into this 5-bedroom residence in Cupertino, CA. The residence has a beautiful hillside Spanish architecture, although it needed a lot of updates due to its age. This is where Ty Karges Home was hired to help with turning an unusual landing space,…
- [Marin Eichler Style Home Staging](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/marin-eichler-style-home-staging-pj-vj~6740942)
  - Location: Kentfield, California
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: Brought this usorian home back to life with modern furnishing and lighting that fully integrates the old with the new.
- [Modernized by Abstract Geometry](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modernized-by-abstract-geometry-pj-vj~6686257)
  - Location: Hercules, CA
  - Photos: 5
- [Boho Boudoir in the City](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/boho-boudoir-in-the-city-pj-vj~6665666)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 2
- [Hilltop Minimal Neutral Staging](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hilltop-minimal-neutral-staging-pj-vj~6665640)
  - Location: San Jose, CA
  - Photos: 4
- [The Study](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-study-pj-vj~6633441)
  - Location: San Jose, CA
  - Photos: 5
- [Scandinavian Home Staging](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/scandinavian-home-staging-pj-vj~6621149)
  - Location: San Jose, CA
  - Photos: 7
- [Bachelor Pad Interior Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bachelor-pad-interior-design-pj-vj~6588148)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: Our client recently purchased a vacant home and came to us for help to give him a move-in-ready Bachelor Pad, and we delivered it all in 6wks! The home innately has an art-deco feel: black/white tiles and black crown-molding trims. We went in to add the mid-century feel while being respectful to the art-deco theme, adding touches of gold metal and pieces to integrate the two styles. As this is the Bachelor Pad, we also kept the masculine tone throughout the space.
- [Modern Oasis in the City](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-oasis-in-the-city-pj-vj~6560196)
  - Location: San Jose, CA
  - Photos: 2
- [Neutral Bohemian Staging](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/neutral-bohemian-staging-pj-vj~6511195)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Modern Farmhouse Staging](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-farmhouse-staging-pj-vj~6511184)
  - Location: San Jose, CA
  - Photos: 4
- [Kitchen Facelift](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-facelift-pj-vj~6486908)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
- [Blue Midcentury Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/blue-midcentury-home-pj-vj~6486888)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3

[See all 13 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/ty-karges-pfvwus-pf~815705923)

## Ideabooks

- [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68879753/list/wish-list) — 4 ideas
- [rxc303\_\_'s ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68879754/list/rxc303-s-ideas) — 7 ideas

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

## Community Q&A

**Q: off centered kitchen table and light** *(in Home Decorating)*

Above our kitchen rectangular table are two skylights.  This is causing any chandelier to be hung way off center.  I think its possible to have it looked centered if we can find a linear bar type chandelier but with two round canopy tops vs the bar.  Do you know if something like that exists?  Is there a good solution for this?

A: Hi lswan,

A picture would help me better visualize what we are dealing with here.

Given the info that you provided, I can recommend a few options: 

1\) Balance Chandelier (either (A) one designed to be longer on one side than the other or (B) one where electrical box is on one end of the linear chain:

(A)



https://www.onekingslane.com/p/4790622-the-balance-chandelier-black.do?gclid=Cj0KCQiAyJOBBhDCARIsAJG2h5frOvsU0SRKlCRUTXa-055M4pGg0mHRQuddBtrqDm3S4n18sxE96P0aArgPEALw\_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

(B)



https://www.bellacor.com/productdetail/vonn-lighting-vcc3439bl-capri-black-four-light-led-chandelier-2149952.htm?partid=googlePLA-DataFeed-Chandeliers-2149952&kpid=2149952&utm\_source=google&utm\_medium=cpc&utm\_campaign=Shopping\_-Lighting-\_General&utm\_term=&utm\_content=Lighting\_General&gclid=Cj0KCQiAyJOBBhDCARIsAJG2h5e2gCaC94p0dMkM5Go90QZXsJY6SlKJ57b8hP8YuxqLv45jUUYJxAEaAkU9EALw\_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

2\) Get creative with DIY Rod solution:

3\) Swag hook solution: swag hooking multiple pendant lights to the locations that you need them:




Kind regards,
Ty Karges Home
tykarges.com or @tykarges on instagram

**Q: flooring with cherrywood cabinets** *(in Design Dilemma)*

Hi there! looking to update my kitchen flooring with vinyl plank but I'm stuck as to what looks good with cherrywood cabinets and dark granite. For me, painting the cabinets is out of the question but I'm stumped on what would look decent. Everything I see is either too cool tones, too dark or just blah. thx in advance

A: I recommend dark rich red tone flooring to match your cabinet like in this picture. 
Although in order for this to work, I recommend painting the walls in white or light gray tone to open up the space. The yellow hint in the wall that you have provides too much contrast with the red.
Bonus for removing the valances and replace those blinds with either some nice shades or fabric curtains that hang from ceiling to floor to extend the ceiling height.
-Ty Karges Home
www.tykarges.com or @tykarges on instagram

**Q: Would you keep the current mirror or replace?** *(in Design Dilemma)*

I really love this Anthropologie Gleaming Primrose mirror in gold and am wondering if it would work over the mantle. What do you think - keep current mirror or replace with the Primrose?

A: Hi @cmcole01,  
I love the style of the anthro mirror that you picked out. However, I am concerned about the proportion over your fireplace: the width maybe too narrow and the height may be a bit too close to your ceiling. 

I recommend sizing the mirror as wide as the fireplace as shown below. If that is not possible, layer in some decors (like small art pieces) to "expand" the width of your overmantel coverage. - see pic below:


I also recommend sizing down the height to not touching the ceiling. Essentially, look for mantel shape mirrors instead of the long rectangular ones. The Cecilia Mirror (Mantel) from Anthro might be a good replacement in term of style that you are going for. - see pic below:



Best of luck!
Ty Karges Home 
www.tykarges.com or @tykarges on instagram

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-22.*