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# Sara Hillery Interior Design llc

> Richmond's Expert in Functional & Timeless Interiors, 4x Best of Houzz

Original Houzz profile: [Sara Hillery Interior Design llc](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/sara-hillery-interior-design-llc-pfvwus-pf~915660504)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Kitchen & Bath Designers
- **Location:** Richmond, VA
- **Serves:** Virginia Beach, Chesterfield, Richmond, Alexandria, Tuckahoe, Charlottesville, Fredericksburg, Short Pump, Midlothian, Laurel, Bon Air, East Highland Park, Glen Allen, Brandermill, Lakeside, Wyndham, Henrico, Dumbarton, Ashland, Chamberlayne, Gordonsville, Goochland, Houston, Manakin Sabot, New Orleans, Rockville, University Of Richmond, Washington DC
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (11 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2017–2019), for Service, Design.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Pro Software User
- Recommended on Houzz
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves
- Verified Hires
- Provides 3D Visualization

### Business highlights

- Provides 3D Visualization
- 40 Verified Hires

Sara Hillery provides complete interior design services from conception to renderings and finally to the finished details. She believes well-planned and executed architectural design elements that provide form and function are timeless and that decorating with art and perfectly scaled furnishings make a home special.

Sara’s approachable design style incorporates the fine & rare with the utilitarian and available creating beautiful and well-functioning spaces. She specializes in updating her client’s personal history, making their elements and antique pieces more relevant and practical. While she draws inspiration from her travels to Europe, Norway, India, and Japan, her style invariably reflects her Southern heritage and familial roots in Virginia, Texas, and New Orleans.

Sara has always loved design, even down to the molecular level. She began Pre-Med at the University of Virginia, but after graduating in 2004, she decided instead to follow her love of architecture. She received her Master of Fine Arts and ASID certification at Virginia Commonwealth University.

Sara worked for Lucas Eilers Design Associates in Houston, Texas where she received numerous awards and accolades.

After starting a family, Sara moved closer to family in Richmond, Virginia, and opened Sara Hillery Interior Design llc.

### Services Provided

- Kitchen Design
- Custom Cabinets
- Bathroom Design
- Custom Kitchen Cabinets
- Custom Bathroom Vanities
- 3D Rendering
- Home Additions
- Custom Pantries
- Lighting Design
- Laundry Room Design
- Mudroom Design
- Floor Plans
- Project Management
- Home Extensions
- Universal Design
- Outdoor Kitchen Design
- Pantry Design
- Custom Walk-in Closets
- Basement Design
- Drafting
- Wine Cellar Design
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Closet Design
- Custom Furniture
- Custom Rugs
- Custom Shelving
- Kids Bedroom Design
- Nursery Design
- Color Consulting
- Custom Blinds & Shades
- Custom Bookcases
- Custom Built-ins
- Custom Entertainment Centers
- Custom Fireplace Mantels
- Custom Home Bars
- Decluttering
- Downsizing
- Historic Building Conservation
- House Plans

### Areas Served

- Virginia Beach
- Chesterfield
- Richmond
- Alexandria
- Tuckahoe
- Charlottesville
- Fredericksburg
- Short Pump
- Midlothian
- Laurel
- Bon Air
- East Highland Park
- Glen Allen
- Brandermill
- Lakeside
- Wyndham
- Henrico
- Dumbarton
- Ashland
- Chamberlayne
- Gordonsville
- Goochland
- Houston
- Manakin Sabot
- New Orleans
- Rockville
- University Of Richmond
- Washington DC

### Typical Job Cost

$40,000 - 500,000

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Sara Hillery Interior Design llc |
| Address | Richmond, Virginia 23229, United States |
| Phone | (804) 332-5511 |
| Website | http://www.sarahillery.com |
| License Number | 32047365989 |
| Followers on Houzz | 74 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/sarahilleryinteriordesign/?fref=ts
- X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/SaraHilleryID

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Sara Hillery Interior Design llc](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/sara-hillery-interior-design-llc-pfvwus-pf~915660504)
- **Website:** http://www.sarahillery.com
- **Phone:** (804) 332-5511

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Please visit our website at www.sarahillery.com for more information.

- **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2017–2019), for Service, Design.

**Affiliations**
- [American Society of Interior Designers](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-interior-designers-pfvwus-pf~1510192642)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 11 reviews**

### Featured Review

**★★★★★ — Kay Q, April 2018**

> LOVE  working with Sara Hillery!!! She has a keen eye and ability to understand our style while also updating and giving us a fresh look in our home! Sara was so helpful in helping us design aspects of our new home that have given us both a unique, gorgeous and functional home! We love all that Sara has helped us with in our home every single day!!!!!

### All 11 reviews

**★★★★★ — Robin Fredrickson, April 2018**

> Very organized and on top of things!  Sara is great!  She has wonderful taste and knows what she is doing!

**★★★★★ — Julie Valerie, Dec. 2017**

> Sara is a talented designer who listens to her clients and delivers stunning interiors. We're so thrilled with our new living room. Highly recommended!

**★★★★★ — Racheal Rowan, June 2017**

> Sara is an absolute delight to work with.  My husband and I had just bought a beautiful house and needed someone with a true taste for design who could help us make the space our own.  Sara and her team showed us some wonderful options that we narrowed down to fit our own tastes.  It was just an all around lovely experience!  I've recommended her to all of my friends and now I am recommending her to you!

**★★★★★ — catalinajohnson90, June 2017**

> Our experience with Sara Hillery was excellent. Her ideas brought great and unique character to our home and respected the time period and architecture. We would highly recommend her.

**★★★★★ — bphillips75, May 2016**

> If you are considering working with Sara Hillery on your design project, you should do it.  No question.  We did the family room, kitchen and my daughter’s room.  Sara oversaw all subcontractors, and served as project manager flawlessly.  Her agents were there when expected, and did the job right.
>
> Of course, you hire a designer for her taste.  Sara excels, always updated and appropriate.  I felt comfortable with Sara’s expertise from the very first meeting throughout completion of the project.   She will not let you go wrong.  Sara never made light of my concerns.  Any problems were addressed and corrected promptly.
>
> My interior is beautiful, and so comfortable.  My hard to please daughter (age 15) could not be happier.  The process was remarkably free of stress.  Working with Sara Hillery is one of the best decisions I have ever made.

**★★★★★ — Jo Aldridge, Feb. 2016**

> Sara Hillery is a pleasure to work with and an incredible professional!  It was my first time to hire an interior designer.  I was concerned about costs, accessibility to the designer, communication style, and time involved.  I was extremely pleased with these areas of Sara's practice.
>
> Costs - I fully understood the costs on all item and services prior to my approval.  Sara was very respectful of my budget and her estimates and billing were easy to understand.  Any time I had a question, she was immediately available to discuss it and addressed concerns head on.
>
> Accessibility - Sara was always timely in returning all of my (many) calls, texts, and emails.  I very much felt that we were collaborating on a project we both were excited about.
>
> Communication Style - Sara is an honest, direct professional with a soft style to her personality.  She is one of the best listeners I've ever had the pleasure to work with.
>
> Time Involved - Sara presented ideas in a very effective manner.  I could review the options at my convenience.  Any time I needed a deadline to be reached, she worked with vendors to try to honor my requests.  She has incredible relationships with vendors and workers - which was a huge benefit to me.
>
> I enjoyed working with Sara.  I felt like she really listened to me and taught me so much.  Her passion, eye for detail (especially for scale) is second to none.  Anyone who interviews Sara for a project, will immediately see her extreme value!

**★★★★★ — Collier Companies, Feb. 2016**

> Sara and I worked together on a total house renovation. From the very beginning Sara made suggestions and recommendations that truly improved the functionality and design of our new space. She also walked us through picking out all the elements for our new kitchen and bath such as flooring, cabinets, appliances, wall colors and furniture. She has an amazing eye for color and truly understands how things will naturally go together. Sara is also very aware of budgets and works within those constraints. Sara is professional, reliable and we absolutely love everything she did for us. I would highly recommend her to anyone getting ready to do a full renovation.

**★★★★★ — butlerarlington, Feb. 2016**

> I worked with Sara for several years at a design firm in Houston.  When she went out on her own, I hired her to redesign several rooms in my home.  Sara's creativity is amazing.  She changed a backsplash, hood and lighting fixtures in my kitchen and bar area, giving the kitchen a totally new look.  She transformed our family room from a dowdy, grandma style room into a light filled, peaceful, beautiful and soothing space that we all love.  Sara not only added new paint colors, furniture, fabrics, and accessories but also designed two unique tables that added the perfect touch to the room.
> She is a very talented designer.

**★★★★★ — Carleen D, Feb. 2016**

> Sara is helpful with assssing current space and prioritizing what needs to be changed/updated while also helping you stay within budget.

**★★★★★ — susanwk, Sept. 2015**

> Sara is a true professional and very talented.  She works hard to utilize what you already own where possible, and suggests additions that will make a difference in pulling everything together in a beautiful  and classy way.  Her taste is exquisite and yet she enters into your personal style so that the end result reflects you!  She did an awesome job for me when I moved into my new home, helping me to edit what I already owned, and add beautiful new pieces for an overall feeling of elegance and refinement.

## Selected projects

- [MOORELAND FARMS CAPE](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mooreland-farms-cape-pj-vj~6527132)
  - Location: Richmond, VA
  - Photos: 17
- [FEDERAL REVIVAL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/federal-revival-pj-vj~6527401)
  - Location: Richmond, VA
  - Photos: 29
- [COZY COLONIAL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cozy-colonial-pj-vj~6363021)
  - Location: Richmond, VA
  - Photos: 6
- [ECLECTIC COLONIAL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eclectic-colonial-pj-vj~2927040)
  - Location: Richmond, VA
  - Photos: 4
- [CONTEMPORARY MEDITERRANEAN](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-mediterranean-pj-vj~852994)
  - Location: Houston, TX
  - Photos: 6
- [RICHMOND SYMPHONY DESIGNER HOUSE 2016](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/richmond-symphony-designer-house-2016-pj-vj~2288532)
  - Location: Richmond, VA
  - Photos: 8
- [TRADITIONAL COLONIAL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-colonial-pj-vj~853046)
  - Location: Houston, TX
  - Photos: 9
- [HISTORIC GREEK REVIVAL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/historic-greek-revival-pj-vj~853041)
  - Location: New Orleans, LA
  - Photos: 1
- [COLONIAL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/colonial-pj-vj~853067)
  - Location: Houston, TX
  - Photos: 7
- [ECLECTIC TRADITIONAL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eclectic-traditional-pj-vj~853084)
  - Location: Houston, TX
  - Photos: 5
- [RUSTIC RANCH HOME](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rustic-ranch-home-pj-vj~853097)
  - Location: Houston, TX
  - Photos: 7
- [TRANSITIONAL MEDITERRANEAN](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-mediterranean-pj-vj~1733211)
  - Location: Houston, TX
  - Photos: 4
- [SMALL RANCH KITCHEN](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/small-ranch-kitchen-pj-vj~1733129)
  - Location: Houston, TX
  - Photos: 2
- [ENGLISH MASTER BEDROOM](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/english-master-bedroom-pj-vj~1690017)
  - Location: Richmond, VA
  - Photos: 1
- [UPDATED FARMHOUSE](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/updated-farmhouse-pj-vj~1690030)
  - Location: Richmond, VA
  - Photos: 5
- [Master Bathroom Revamp](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-bathroom-revamp-pj-vj~2926976)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9

[See all 16 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/sara-hillery-interior-design-llc-pfvwus-pf~915660504)

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Do you design both kitchens and bathrooms?**
Absolutely! My team and I specialize in designing both kitchens and bathrooms. Our services include comprehensive Bathroom Design, Custom Bathroom Vanities, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Kitchen Design, and Kitchen Remodeling, ensuring a cohesive and elegant result for your home.

**Do you specialize in a particular design style or kind (modern, contemporary, luxury)?**
My design philosophy blends 'Southern Style' with 'Modern Sophistication,' creating elegant, high-end, and luxury interiors. I focus on crafting timeless spaces that honor your personal history and reflect your lifestyle, incorporating both fine and rare pieces with utilitarian elements for beautiful, functional results.

**Do you provide full-service design or design-only plans?**
We proudly offer full-service interior design, guiding you from the initial concept all the way through to completion. This includes project management, ensuring every detail is handled to deliver the luxury home you've always dreamed of, whether it's a renovation or new construction.

**Do you create optimized layouts for small or challenging spaces?**
Yes, spatial planning and design are core to our services. We excel at creating optimized layouts, even for small or challenging spaces, by collaborating with architects during the blueprint phase to ensure functionality and flow throughout your home.

**Do you assist with cabinetry and fixture selection?**
Absolutely. As part of our full-service approach, we assist with all product selections, including cabinetry and fixtures. We coordinate these choices with your builder and the construction schedule to ensure a seamless and cohesive design.

*FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.*

## Ideabooks

- [bar](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/104242019/list/bar) — 2 ideas
- [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/88697910/list/wish-list) — 19 ideas
- [Exposed tvs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/86416196/list/exposed-tvs) — 1 idea
- [Furniture details](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/71556714/list/furniture-details) — 1 idea

[See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/sarahilleryinteriordesign)

## Community Q&A

**Q: hood over range** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you tell me where you bought this hood from?

A: This is a Vent A Hood Product

**Q: Where the rug from? What color is the pink paint inside cabinets?** *(in Photo Questions)*

This room was by far my favorite room in the years designer house.

A: Thank you! We had so much fun working on this.  The rug was from West Elm. The paint color was custom matched for the project by Fine Paints of Europe.

**Q: Super cute and clever stools!** *(in Photo Questions)*

Are the stools custom made or sold somewhere?

A: They are a designer line. I am happy to order them for you. We recovered them for the Designer House here.

**Q: love these chairs where did they come from, color and fabric are super** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: These are one of the designer lines we carry. Happy to order them for you.

**Q: great kitchen** *(in Photo Questions)*

'what color did you use for the kitchen and breakfast area. I have the same look in my new home. thank you.Loretta

A: Hi Loretta, This is Sherwin Williams Steamed Milk.

**Q: what is the paint color on the top part of the wall?  nice and soft!** *(in Photo Questions)*

thanks!!!

A: This was a custom color as part of a whole house renovation, addition and design. It's a taupe/grey in value. This snap shot was taken as we were installing the furnishings. Stay tuned as we'll have more photos of the space up soon.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-08.*