--- title: "Ocean Bottega — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/ocean-bottega-pfvwus-pf~973288250 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~973288250.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Ocean Bottega" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/9a8395aa07461445_0503-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Guelph, Ontario N1G 3N8, Canada" latitude: 43.5316 longitude: -80.214 phone: "(519) 822-5392" website: http://www.oceanbottegainteriors.com/ rating: 5 review_count: 5 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 23 last_updated: 2026-09-07 --- # Ocean Bottega Original Houzz profile: [Ocean Bottega](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/ocean-bottega-pfvwus-pf~973288250) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Guelph, ON - **Serves:** Acton, Arkell, Cambridge, Downeys, Eden Mills, Galt, Georgetown, Guelph, Hespeler, Kitchener, Priory Park, Rockwood, University of Guelph - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (5 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2017–2018), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 250 Ideabook Saves Layered interiors, colourful style, relaxed living, fun attitude, timeless life…Words PAULA CLARKE, of Ocean Bottega, loves to live by. Paula is known for her fresh and fun take on design. She believes that good design is more about observation, creativity and a willingness to try something new than the dollars in your pocket book. This means you can have a fabulous room at the price that's right for you. "For me great design has always be inclusive". It's all about you. Her background in design and communications makes her very easy to work with because her focus is always on you; what you need, what you like, what makes you tick. While she has creativity to spare she is always attentive to your needs and can help you understand the impact of your design choices so you make the right decisions for you. She can help you create and execute a plan so you know your daily activities and life goals are being supported. She starts with the basics so she can optimize spaces from an original point of view and is a firm believer in the marriage of comfort and style. Whether you're looking for a room makeover, decorating for a special event, need to dress a retail space or want to purchase a special something something you'll find her intuition, keen eyes and inventiveness will leave your heart singing! Get in touch for your Complimentary Consultation on my Contact Page today! ### 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 - Playroom Design - Custom Furniture - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Laundry Room Design - Mudroom Design - Nursery Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - Custom Home Bars - Art Selection - Closet Design - 3D Rendering - Basement Design - Custom Bookcases - Custom Walk-in Closets - Custom Entertainment Centers - Custom Rugs - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Custom Shelving - Custom Pantries - Home Staging - Downsizing - Holiday Decorating - Decluttering - Kitchen Remodeling ### Areas Served - Acton - Arkell - Cambridge - Downeys - Eden Mills - Galt - Georgetown - Guelph - Hespeler - Kitchener - Priory Park - Rockwood - University of Guelph ### Typical Job Cost CAD 5,000 - CAD 75,000 Flat rate packages available, please feel free to check my website for details ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Ocean Bottega | | Address | Guelph, Ontario N1G 3N8, Canada | | Phone | (519) 822-5392 | | Website | http://www.oceanbottegainteriors.com/ | | License Number | 220087399 | | Followers on Houzz | 23 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/oceanbottega/ - LinkedIn — https://ca.linkedin.com/in/paula-clarke-a1414a44 - Blog — interiority.oceanbottegainteriors.com, oceanbottegainteriors.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Ocean Bottega](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/ocean-bottega-pfvwus-pf~973288250) - **Website:** http://www.oceanbottegainteriors.com/ - **Phone:** (519) 822-5392 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2017–2018), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 5 reviews** ### All 5 reviews **★★★★★ — katherine\_mackenzie\_rph, Feb. 2017** > Paula had a great understanding of what I wanted and preferred in a bedroom. It was not a normal bedroom. She took time to listen, was open to feedback and enthusiastic. She could see my priorities were “simple, low tech, functional and aesthetically pleasing”. > > She was great at brainstorming, she had lots of options that I could play with that I felt matched my personality. I loved it, I felt I didn’t have to think, she did all the thinking. She drew me pictures and showed me a file full of visual images just for me and my situation. I’m a very visual person so this was perfect. I wouldn’t have taken the time but when Paula did and played with the diffrent ideas she helped me see, understand and decide if it was a good fit for me. > > I loved that her process was simple and I didn’t have to put in a lot of time and effort because I’m so busy right now. She guided the process. It was fun and effortless. The results are working well. I no longer feel stuck and am more open about the process and results. I feel a willingness and creativity to try new things. It’s like a breath of fresh air. **★★★★★ — Anne Bradley, Dec. 2016** > When I started this project, I knew I couldn't do it on my own without wasting a lot of time and money. Paula had done some work for a friend and I was impressed with the result. That was enough recommendation for me. > > I enjoyed the guidance that helped me make good decisions. Although I first thought I just needed help in choosing paint colours for the walls, Paula's suggestion that the kitchen cabinets be lightened up was the key that created our palette direction. > > Paula is very good at explaining different design options and letting the client make the final decision. On the other hand, if a client chooses not to be as involved in the process as I was, I know she is comfortable in teasing out a client's personal style, then finding what will bring that vision to life. Paula does not press her taste on you. It's all about the client. > > My budget was fairly flexible, but if you impose limits at the beginning, Paula can work within those restraints. She keeps clients informed regularly about cost choices. Reframing my art in cheaper IKEA frames brought everything to life against the new paint colours. > > Paula went the extra mile, ensuring that all details were completed by project end. I'm already thinking about having her come back to help with redecorating my basement. **★★★★★ — Linzy Bonham, Sept. 2016** > It was a new idea for me to spend money on interior decorating and I didn’t understand the value of it until it was time to do my own project. I was moving my office to a new space on a very short time line, and felt too big to do on my own. Initially I was worried it would be stressful and demanding, and that I would be expected to do things that felt daunting when I had very little time, but that didn't happen at all. > > Paula met with me in the beginning to see the potential spaces and take the time to really understand my vision and what I needed. This turned out to be one of my favourite parts of the process. Paula did some drawings for me so it was easy to see on the spot what was possible with the different spaces. > > Paula was very personable, open to my ideas and easy to get along with. Her process felt fun and exciting. Then when the time came to do the work she just ran with it. > > The reveal was my favourite, favourite part, as the result was better than I envisioned it would be and it all came together in a way that I couldn’t have done on my own. > > Paula is great at supporting people and helping them identify their vision. She is energetic and committed to following through on your project to make it happen. When others come into my office now they comment on how nice it is. I’m thrilled that people feel at ease and comfortable. I love being able to show respect and care to my clients daily by giving them a beautiful place to meet with me. **★★★★★ — HU-958277, Aug. 2016** > Before I met with Paula I spoke with another decorator. I didn't feel that we were on the same page; that the decorator didn't understand what I needed to function, especially regarding the large sized desk I wanted in such a small space. > > \> When I spoke with Paula she was open to working with the things that were important to me. I was apprehensive about being a little outside my comfort zone with colours and patterns but I never worried the design wouldn't come together. I could not have acheived what we did together on my own! > \> > \> My favourite part of the process was that she carried out the plan. I liked how transparent she was about costs as well as helping to create and manage the budget. If there was a chance we were stepping over it, she made sure I had the opportunity to make a decision and didn't just trample on my budget. > > \> I appreciated it when we shopped together so I felt confident with my spending. Paula explored options with me and gently guided me on where to spend and save. She helped me get some really great deals. > \> > \> I would highly recommend Paula. Her process was simple and she was easy to work with. She was respectful of timelines, budgets and open to what I liked. Paula was able to make what I wanted and needed work for me. I love my office and I get tons of compliments! > \> **★★★★★ — User, Aug. 2016** > We have a very little house and a very big yard. My wife and I always wanted to do more with the yard but always stalled in the planning process. Paula sat us down and listened to our individual ideas in full detail; she really encouraged us to think big. She then took all the common elements from both of our dreams, weighed the pros and cons and then mediated a final vision. We now have a full plan down to the last inch and can build everything ourselves on our own time schedule. Thank you Paula for getting us out of the clouds and creating a clear path, your process is both very relaxing and empowering. ## Selected projects - [Charismatic colour, "A Little Piece of Heaven"](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/charismatic-colour-a-little-piece-of-heaven-pj-vj~2557028) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: This cottage bedroom was created as an invitation for it's owners to rest and relax. Cool colour provides relief from the intensity of the summer sun while creating a calm and outdoorsy atmosphere so they won't feel guilty about being inside. Designed to help them catch up on reading and other bedtime activities its all about downtime. Soft and fluffy comfort, easy storage and a fun summer atmosphere means they can retreat to a little piece of heaven. - [French influence, "Toddling through Life"](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-influence-toddling-through-life-pj-vj~1827836) - Location: Guelph, ON - Photos: 6 - Description: Traditional style heaped on with comfortable pieces and loved treasures for this family. This room was created with family in mind where everyday living includes toddlers, pets, family and friends. Its all about a relaxed living experience no matter what life or kids throw you. - [Farmhouse lounge, "The Democrats"](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/farmhouse-lounge-the-democrats-pj-vj~1827705) - Location: Guelph, ON - Photos: 6 - Description: The Democrats This family loves the outdoors, winter spring summer or fall. She is visionanary, impulsive, and artsy. He is cerebral, the voice of reason, a farm boy at heart. - [French influence, "Jewel box"](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-influence-jewel-box-pj-vj~1825352) - Location: Guelph, ON - Photos: 6 - Description: A comfortable place to read, watch TV, relax and nap with the combined personalities of an Engineer and an Artist. He is a big picture thinker with an eye on the details while she has an ethereal mind with an I can do it attitude and a great sense of style. He watches every sports channel known to man and she likes her quiet reading time. She likes big colour and he loves comfort. The kids love to craft in front of the fire and "Just Dance". Buddy, the family dog, loves to curl up and keep tabs… - [Transitional office, "Women at Work"](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-office-women-at-work-pj-vj~1783369) - Location: Guelph, ON - Photos: 17 - Description: The mandate: a relaxing and inviting office space where clients can feel at ease; a space to have art making sessions; a place to host industry gatherings. The need: all electronics and functional tools to be maintained discretely to keep the more stress inducing and less visually appealing aspects of work at bay. The look: an antique feel with modern efficiencies balanced in a way both men and women would feel comfortable with. The budget: starting from scratch so thoughtful and aware. The chal… - [Client driven style, "At the Wheel"](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/client-driven-style-at-the-wheel-pj-vj~1782570) - Location: Guelph, ON - Photos: 18 - Description: Ocean Bottega's PAULA CLARKE is known for her fresh and fun take on design. She believes that good design is more about observation, creativity and a willingness to try something new than the dollars in your pocket book. This means you can have a fabulous room at the price that's right for you. "For me great design has always be inclusive". - [Office, "Girl Wonder"](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/office-girl-wonder-pj-vj~1825320) - Location: Guelph, ON - Photos: 5 - Description: A comforatble and inspiring place to work for one of the best Mortgage Brokers in town. Knowledge, service and comfort for her lucky clients. What's interesting about this room is it's tiny footprint. By reversing the finishes of the desk, using an extra large image and adding some eye popping colour we were able to make the room feel larger than life. - [Eclectic bedroom, "Page 137"](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eclectic-bedroom-page-137-pj-vj~1825185) - Location: Guelph, ON - Photos: 5 - Description: What I love about this room is it's unpretiousness. Playful, engaging and comfortable, who wouldn't want to get into this bed. This room, put together by Paula Clarke and Julie Knox, is for the couple that could have stepped off the pages of Vanity Fair but really what they were after was to create a retreat while they renovated their home. It always good to have a place for quiet and comfort when a reno is under way. - [Country Chic, "Mirror Mirror"](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/country-chic-mirror-mirror-pj-vj~1782197) - Location: Guelph, ON - Photos: 4 - Description: In order to make this unappealing and empty space light and bright I collected fun and interesting mirrors over a period of time. When I had what I thought was the right number I laid them out to create an interesting composition before hanging. - [Transitional style, "I've got to hand it to you"](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-style-i-ve-got-to-hand-it-to-you-pj-vj~2052554) - Location: Guelph, ON - Photos: 4 - Description: Sometimes you have to work with what you've got. For this Home Owner it was about wanting a dressing area but not having space in the traditional places such as the bathroom or walk in closet. What she did have was a deep light filled window sill with a view. Now she can see and enjoy her treasures every day and having easy access, right beside her mirrored closet, means she always feels she looks her best. Embracing what you already have while thinking a little outside the box means you can Lov… - [Farmhouse minimalism, Anne's house](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/farmhouse-minimalism-anne-s-house-pj-vj~2246126) - Location: Guelph, ON - Photos: 17 - Description: This project was close to my heart. Anne was a single Mom, as was my Mom, so I could relate to how she got where she did when she asked me if I would help her make her new house her own. When your family is your priority, the niceties of house and home often come last if at all. Anne describes herself as a minimalist but when I came to her house I couldn't see it. Through the process of "Love It or Leave It" we were able to edit her belongings to a state closer to her natural inclinations. Almos… - [Contemporary, "Self reflection"](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-self-reflection-pj-vj~1825122) - Location: Guelph, ON - Photos: 9 - Description: This Lady of the House took a spatially challenged master bath and had it turned into an inviting personal retreat. The original floor plan of this bathroom had a number of issues. It had awkward angles, an over sized and unused tub in disrepair as well as a dark and minuscule shower. It sported lots of wasted space, an exposed toilet and a vanity that was in a hallway. Could I, she asked, give her a larger shower, a tub she could use and more storage? Yes, of course… Not only did she get a beau… - [Urban cottage, "Garage studio"](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/urban-cottage-garage-studio-pj-vj~1827784) - Location: Guelph, ON - Photos: 8 - Description: Urban Cottage Artist seeks urban cottage with lots of natural light. A place that’s leafy and fragrant where bees and dragon flies come to pass. A place where one can be inspired to create, read about distant gardens and drift into sleep with a cat in ones arms. A place where you could have an avid conversation with a close friend over tea and scones. A place for a mid summer night’s tempting distractions. A place where you can ponder a new thought, reflect and make plans………..or not. - [Contemporary, "He said, She said"](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-he-said-she-said-pj-vj~1825050) - Location: Guelph, ON - Photos: 9 - Description: He said modern, She said antiques. He said I want style, She said I want it to look like it didn’t come out of a big box store. They both said they wanted a meeting place where clients could come, feel comfortable and conduct their affairs with a successful boutique business and feel great about it. - [Contemporary Gym, "Impossible is not a fact, it's an opinion."](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-gym-impossible-is-not-a-fact-it-s-an-opinion-pj-vj~2492376) - Location: Guelph, ON - Photos: 12 - Description: Jay's new fitness studio. Jay had a compact training studio in his home. It was time to expand his wings and horizons and move the studio to a new location. Our goal was to give Jay a hard working studio that he loves while maintaining a connection to a newly renovated building. Now he's got Fab new digs at the beautifully refurbished Guelph Wellness House at 183 Norfolk Street in Guelph where he gives his clients an exceptional work out experience. Check out Jay's Before and Afters. [See all 15 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/ocean-bottega-pfvwus-pf~973288250) ## Ideabooks - [Karen and Bob](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/115582464/list/karen-and-bob) — 9 ideas - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/45220244/list/kitchens) — 69 ideas - [kids rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/67944755/list/kids-rooms) — 14 ideas - [Builtins](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/115703825/list/builtins) — 1 idea - [Doors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/81020391/list/doors) — 3 ideas - [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/72601584/list/bathrooms) — 45 ideas - [Bookmarks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/104590793/list/bookmarks) — 6 ideas - [Kathryn](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/114657054/list/kathryn) — 11 ideas - [Walls](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/94283679/list/walls) — 2 ideas - [Attitude](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/110479778/list/attitude) — 2 ideas - [Excercise](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/110230609/list/excercise) — 1 idea - [Jay and Jen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/103581929/list/jay-and-jen) — 13 ideas - [Bedrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/91171955/list/bedrooms) — 12 ideas - [Indoor/outdoor](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/79198651/list/indoor-outdoor) — 20 ideas - [Ceilings](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68973678/list/ceilings) — 8 ideas - [Furniture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/80294744/list/furniture) — 4 ideas - [2 chemin](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/73362225/list/2-chemin) — 29 ideas - [Living](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/71104547/list/living) — 24 ideas - [Library stairs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/67997725/list/library-stairs) — 3 ideas - [Storage](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/74806668/list/storage) — 3 ideas [See all 49 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/paularclarke) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-07.*