--- title: "Colorworks Studio — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/colorworks-studio-pfvwus-pf~92511933 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~92511933.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Colorworks Studio" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/5463e36000478df7_8453-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Troy, Michigan 48084, United States" phone: "(248) 647-4000" website: https://www.colorworksstudio.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 14 best_of_houzz_awards: 13 followers: 319 last_updated: 2026-09-03 --- # Colorworks Studio Original Houzz profile: [Colorworks Studio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/colorworks-studio-pfvwus-pf~92511933) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Troy, MI - **Serves:** Troy, Farmington Hills, Rochester Hills, Birmingham, Farmington, Beverly Hills, Huntington Woods, Bloomfield Hills, Franklin, Keego Harbor, Orchard Lake, Sylvan Lake, Bingham Farms, Lake Angelus - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (14 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 13 awards (2014–2023), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 50,000 Ideabook Saves Known for attention to detail in every aspect of interior design and fine furnishings, Colorworks offers a full menu of interior services, construction planning and project coordination, kitchen and bath design. Communication with our clients is where we begin the process, with attention to both their aesthetic and functional needs. Budget is addressed as well, making sure our presentation reflects the financial framework of the client. Our goal is to make the design process fun, and fulfilling for client and designer alike. ### 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 - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Lighting Design - Home Office Design & Construction - Custom Built-ins - Entry Design - Floor Plans - Project Management - Playroom Design - Custom Furniture - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Laundry Room Design - Mudroom Design - Nursery Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - Custom Home Bars - House Plans - Art Selection - Closet Design - Basement Design - Custom Bookcases - Custom Walk-in Closets - Sunroom Design & Construction - Custom Entertainment Centers - Custom Rugs - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Home Theater Design - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Shelving - Custom Pantries - Drafting - Energy-Efficient Homes - Garage Storage - Kitchen Remodeling - Kitchen - New construction consultation - Remodeling - Tile and stone - Upholstery and window treatment ### Areas Served - Troy - Farmington Hills - Rochester Hills - Birmingham - Farmington - Beverly Hills - Huntington Woods - Bloomfield Hills - Franklin - Keego Harbor - Orchard Lake - Sylvan Lake - Bingham Farms - Lake Angelus ### Typical Job Cost $10,000 - 500,000 Each project fee is quoted individually based on its scope, time frame and budget. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Colorworks Studio | | Address | Troy, Michigan 48084, United States | | Phone | (248) 647-4000 | | Website | https://www.colorworksstudio.com | | Followers on Houzz | 319 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/pages/colorworks-studio/162025130535855 - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=12518443&authtype=name&authtoken=65dh&goback=%2econ - Blog — http://www.colorworksstudio.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Colorworks Studio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/colorworks-studio-pfvwus-pf~92511933) - **Website:** https://www.colorworksstudio.com - **Phone:** (248) 647-4000 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - The Detroit Home Magazine Design Awards Design project featured on HGTV, Selected as a Styleline Magazine Editors' Choice.Projects published in Detroit Home MagazineBest of Houzz Design Award, 2014-2017,Best of Houzz Service Award, 2015 & 2017, - **Best of Houzz:** 13 awards (2014–2023), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 14 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Patricia Solomon, Oct. 2020** > I have known Barbi and her Colorworks Studio for a long time. Every experience has been wonderful. I just had Barbi do a major renovation of the main floor of my condo. I am extremely happy with the outcome. The professionals she uses are on time and do excellent work. Her office staff is very pleasant to work with. With Barbi coordinating, there is very little gap time as the different vendors come to complete their assignments. I replaced all my kitchen cabinets and appliances. We created some new spaces and redid the lighting in the various rooms. All new furniture and window treatments were chosen. All aspects came together perfectly to my complete satisfaction. I am so happy that I have decided that to bring the upstairs up to date in 2021. **★★★★★ — Mary Patton, March 2018** > Experienced, talented, creative, resourceful, current, collaborative, calm, professional, warm and personable. These are just some of the many wonderful qualities to describe Barbi and the team at Colorworks Studio. Whether you are working with them on new construction plans, interior design and decorating, or just a single room, their genuine goal is that you will love the results. I've had the privilege of working with Barbi on four different home projects and would whole heartedly recommend her for yours. Her proven experience and attention to detail will take the vision you have for your project and make it a reality. If you need help in shaping that vision, Barbi is the perfect person to guide you in that process. Working with Barbi will give you the confidence to complete the details of your project to your highest satisfaction. **Comment from Colorworks Studio:** > Mary, > I so appreciate the wonderful review. As we’ve discussed through many projects over the years, it means so much to me that we can help to make our clients visions a reality. Working with savvy and empowered clients is also the icing on the cake, The projects are even more fun and fulfilling with the give and take of ideas, resources and options. And so we both share in the terrific accolades above! > Fondly, Barbi. **★★★★★ — Kimberly Goodman, Sept. 2017** > Barbi and her team at Colorworks has been fantastic to work with throughout our renovation process! We presented a general vision to Barbi, and she worked with us to fine tune it. She understood what we wanted, even before we had a clear picture ourselves. Accordingly, Barbi was able to lead us to finishes that are exactly what we wanted, even though we couldn't describe them initially. And, importantly, Barbi is very respectful and conscious of budget. She'll tell you were to splurge and where you can cut back to get the quality and the look you're going for. Barbi's attention to detail...whether it be inspecting the work of the trades people, or finding the perfect accessories...is unsurpassed. She so clearly takes pleasure in making your home beautiful, livable and a reflection of your style/taste. > Barbi's team is also super attentive and responsive. Their follow up and follow through is tremendous! They do a great job coordinating the trades and keeping on the vendors to get products on site as needed. > Despite some hiccups throughout our job, Barbi and her team smiled and assured us that nothing was a big deal and that they would get "it" taken care of. And, they have kept their word. > I unequivocally and enthusiastically recommend Barbi Krass/Colorworks Studio, whether you're building a new home or sprucing up your current home! **Comment from Colorworks Studio:** > Kim, > Many thanks for such a enthusiastic review. Any project worth doing is always a joint effort between client and designer, so we give you and your family 5 stars as well for being great collaborators!!! > Barbi **★★★★★ — Diane Lusk, Aug. 2016** > Barbi Krass provides comprehensive, creative, problem solving design services in both my Michigan and Florida homes. Her communication skills are an important part of her work. Her dedication to seeing a project to completion to the satisfaction of her client is commendable. **Comment from Colorworks Studio:** > Always enjoy working on your projects. Thank you for the kind words. > Barbi **★★★★★ — marniehafron, Jan. 2016** > Barbi from Colorworks did an unbelievable job redoing many of the rooms in our home. She has a great eye for color, was able to execute exactly what i envisioned and had unique ideas to make our home gorgeous. I would highly recommend her and her staff. Extremely professional and responsive. **Comment from Colorworks Studio:** > Thank you Marnie. > It's a pleasure and a lot of fun to work with you and your family. > Barbi **★★★★ — audrahalprin1, Dec. 2015** > I only gave 4 stars bc I feel that no one is perfect. But Colorworks is close to it. I have worked w Colorworks for a bunch of different projects. Whether it be just decorating or a total gut job, Colorworks has been amazing to work with. Not only is Barbi the best, but the staff, her recommended builders, tradesmen, and other companies just so good to work with. Even when there is a hiccup, Colorworks come to the rescue. Barbi and I have a great working relationship. We have similar taste. And our personalities just jive. > There r s few other interior design firms that have been recommended. But I would never switch **Comment from Colorworks Studio:** > Always a pleasure to work with you. Your enthusiasm and input makes for a great collaboration. Looking forward to future projects. > Barbi **★★★★★ — onsitebu, Aug. 2015** > I am a general contractor that has worked with Colorworks for the past 7 years. Colorworks is always coming up with new designs that are unique to each client. The clients needs and functionality always come first when coming up with the designs. The Colorworks team always pay special attention to small details which is a must in the construction industry. **Comment from Colorworks Studio:** > Thank you, Sam. > It's a pleasure to work with you and your outstanding team as well. **★★★★★ — woronoff86, July 2015** > Barbi was very easy to work with along with the Colorworks staff. She was very cognizant of our budget and was able to blend my style with my husband's to create a comfortable and functional space. Her attention to detail made our remodel go smoothly and was actually an enjoyable experience. **Comment from Colorworks Studio:** > Thanks so much for your review. We enjoyed working on your project and working with both of you as well. **★★★★★ — Art Leaders Gallery & Custom Framing, April 2015** > We always enjoy working with Barbi! She comes to the gallery regularly for the artwork and custom framing needs of her clients, and it is always a joy to help her with her projects. She runs her design business with integrity and honesty, and is one of the most talented designers we have worked with in the area. She has the well-deserved reputation of being highly respected in the Michigan interior design community, and we will always recommend her to others needing her expertise. **★★★★★ — sheilalipschutz, Dec. 2014** > We have been a client of Barbi Krass and her Colorworks Studio for over thirty five years. With our first home we had a restrictive budget and could only do it room by room over several years. Barbi worked with us and it was a very positive experience. Our next home Barbi was with us from the beginning. From the time we worked with the design and construction untill we actually moved in Barbi was on top of everything. Barbi and her team create a home that reflects the people who live within its walls not something that is a "just look don"t touch." **Comment from Colorworks Studio:** > Thanks so much, Sheila. The new kitchen floor and the new paint are a great update as well. **★★★★★ — htutors, Dec. 2014** > Our latest project was a complete "redo" of our upstairs guest bathroom. from the design of cabinets,picking wallpaper and paint, choosing hardware fixtures and mirrors- including the smallest details of hardware placement,a slotted heat vent as part of the lower cabinet and towels and rugs- Barbi was amazing to work with- we knew every measurement would be accurate, every choice would complement each other while creating an original interesting look. the cost was kept within the range we had expected.This was only the latest of many projects we have done with Barbi at Coloworks. we continue to choose Barbi because her work is always fresh and unique- feeding off her client's tastes- always professional and detail oriented. if a problem developes , Barbi is immediately at the job site ready and willing to solve the problem to her clients satisfaction. There are no 'mistakes' with Barbi. She has an engaging confident personality making design projects stress free. **★★★★★ — Adam Behrendt, Oct. 2014** > I have done four projects with Colorworks and am in the midsts of a fifth. I appreciate the professional nature of the company and the strong eye towards detail. Barbi and her staff provide us with level and room designs that flow throughout our home. I am very pleased with the work. Colorworks has great ideas and designs that fit within our budget and tastes. ## Selected projects - [Modern Ranch Remodel - West Bloomfield, Michigan](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-ranch-remodel-west-bloomfield-michigan-pj-vj~2854882) - Location: West Bloomfield Township, MI - Photos: 5 - Description: Demolition and remodel of a midcentury ranch in West Bloomfield, Michigan. With the removal of walls, ceiling soffits and headers between the family room and kitchen, the space was opened up to make one large living area. Highlights include Cambria counters, walnut cabinets, and a carved porcelain tile backsplash. The centerpiece is a 10 plus foot long working island dividing the kitchen and family room areas. - [Classic Modern Bloomfield Living Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-modern-bloomfield-living-room-pj-vj~1195200) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: Neutral tones are featured on walnut based sofas and custom wool area rug. The stone fireplace with its Sapele wood surround replaced a traditional white painted mantel to add a modern look and clean lines. - [West Bloomfield Project - Traditional](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-bloomfield-project-traditional-pj-vj~229427) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - Description: Remodel and addition added square footage to both living room and dining room making these areas ideal for entertaining and efficient traffic flow. Features, such as a dedicated coffee bar, customized the plan to work for the clients' lifestyle. - [HGTV Designers' Challenge Detroit Loft](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hgtv-designers-challenge-detroit-loft-pj-vj~146088) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - [Bloomfield Hills Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bloomfield-hills-project-pj-vj~143685) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - [Custom Furniture](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-furniture-pj-vj~146113) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Ann Arbor Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ann-arbor-project-pj-vj~129350) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Ann Arbor Outdoor Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ann-arbor-outdoor-living-pj-vj~129336) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - Description: Outdoor media area with TV. The facade was built to function with a climate controlled interior, housing all media equipment. A bronze and glass retractable door works remotely to expose the 9 foot TV. As part of an outdoor kitchen area, the screen can be watched while dining outside, as well as from the interior of the home. Counter height dining table for eight features a fire pit, set in a flamed granite top with a custom base in cedar to match finishes throughout the project. - [Birmingham Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/birmingham-project-pj-vj~127148) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - [West Bloomfield Contemporary Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-bloomfield-contemporary-project-pj-vj~156620) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Ann Arbor Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ann-arbor-bath-pj-vj~174576) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Home Office and Studio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/home-office-and-studio-pj-vj~6306384) - Location: West Bloomfield Township, MI - Photos: 4 - [Bloomfield Great Room Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bloomfield-great-room-remodel-pj-vj~6306368) - Location: Bloomfield Hills, MI - Photos: 5 [See all 13 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/colorworks-studio-pfvwus-pf~92511933) ## Ideabooks - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/169981352/list/wish-list) — 2 ideas - [Mott Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/127279482/list/mott-kitchen) — 60 ideas - [TRIM](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/119531046/list/trim) — 9 ideas - [Campbell](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/127310021/list/campbell) — 3 ideas - [Karens Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/123917207/list/karens-master-bath) — 5 ideas - [Modern Powder Room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/125551935/list/modern-powder-room) — 2 ideas - [Lysa’s Mud Hall](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/125126625/list/lysa-s-mud-hall) — 8 ideas - [DL Windows](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/123774951/list/dl-windows) — 8 ideas - [KarenB](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/123633596/list/karenb) — 3 ideas - [KITCHEN REMODEL](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/120066347/list/kitchen-remodel) — 18 ideas - [SHOWERS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118779411/list/showers) — 8 ideas - [TIGAY](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/103745768/list/tigay) — 17 ideas - [COLUMNS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/112501269/list/columns) — 7 ideas - [Blog Photos](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/111804777/list/blog-photos) — 19 ideas - [PATTERSON](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/112200876/list/patterson) — 3 ideas - [SAHAM](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/112165665/list/saham) — 3 ideas - [KOVACS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/111773069/list/kovacs) — 5 ideas - [KITCHENS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/105824490/list/kitchens) — 36 ideas - [Outdoor Decks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/105315836/list/outdoor-decks) — 2 ideas - [Narens Exterior Options](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/103006973/list/narens-exterior-options) — 17 ideas [See all 48 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/colorworksstudio) ## Community Q&A **Q: Can you please tell me the stone used on the Fireplace? Thanks!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thanks for your interest! The fireplace is in Shadowstone, Chiseled Sand. We work with your product often and love the results. Barbi Krass **Q: Rug source?** *(in Photo Questions)* Please tell he where your rug came from we love it and was it very expensive ? !! A: Thanks for your interest in our work! The area rug is a wool rug from Turkey. I believe there are many similar looks and rugs available, but this one is one of a kind. **Q: Interior Designers: What software do you use to project manage?** *(in Other)* I'm part of a growing interior design firm that makes most of its income selling design services. We do not make much income upselling products (the Internet kills that avenue for the market we serve). I'm looking for names and opinions of project management software from industry professionals. I'm on the hunt for software that can manage projects and time and keep track of vendors, contractors, and customers. I don't really need to manage products, but the ability to create a purchasing sheet/shopping list would be a good feature. There are quite a few ones out there — mydoma studio, design manger, studio webware, proworkflow. If you have any opinions on the matter, please share. And if this discussion already exists on this board, point me to it! Thanks! Keri A: Am looking into Designer Logic and like features it offers. Does anyone use this software? **Q: BathTub** *(in Photo Questions)* Where can i find that tub? A: Thanks for your interest in our work. The tub is by Kohler in Navy blue. **Q: Kitchen?** *(in Photo Questions)* What type of work did you do on this kitchen? A: The kitchen was a complete renovation where additional space was added to the back of the home. Our studio did layout and floor planning for the space. We specified cabinets, finishes, and flooring. Colorworks did the backsplash design and selections, as well as lighting fixtures, window treatments and furniture. A fun project. **Q: Tile?** *(in Photo Questions)* What type of material is this tile? Is it custom? A: The tile is handmade with a custom glaze --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*