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Willetts Design & Associates

Q: What services does Willetts Design & Associates provide?

Willetts Design & Associates provides the following services: Custom Furniture, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Floor Plans, Furniture Selection, Home Theater Design, Interior Design, Kitchen Design

Q: Where does Willetts Design & Associates provide services?

Willetts Design & Associates provides services in the following areas: Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Indio, Seattle, Chicago, Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Bel Air

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About Us

Known for her ability to transform concepts and site-specific challenges into beautifully functional and inviting interiors, Dorothy Willetts is sought out for her talent and diligent attention to detail. As a life-long learner and traveler her work spans a variety of aesthetics. By blending the beautiful with the practical, she combines ﬁne design with craftsmanship creating authentic, immersive and harmonious spaces that extract the essence of her clients’ desires into a unique and highly personalized space. Originally from Philadelphia, Dorothy combines an East Coast upbringing with her education and life experience in Chicago, infused with a California sensibility. Dorothy’s credentials include a BA in Fine Art and a BFA in Interior Architecture from the prestigious The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, after which she worked with some of Chicago’s finest, including AD Top 100 designer, Bruce Gregga. A well-regarded industry expert and active member of the LA Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers, her design aesthetic is highlighted in her projects throughout the Coachella Valley, and other destinations including Chicago, Aspen, Seattle, and beyond.

Services Provided

Custom Furniture, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Floor Plans, Furniture Selection, Home Theater Design, Interior Design, Kitchen Design

Areas Served

Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Indio, Seattle, Chicago, Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Bel Air

Awards

NCIDQ Certified Interior Designer and Regional Winner of Luxe Interiors + Design's 2019 RED Awards for Contemporary Interior Design, Southern California

5 Projects

Example of a large island style freestanding desk white floor study room design in Other with white walls and no fireplace

Business Details

Business Name

Willetts Design & Associates

Phone Number

(760) 777-9044

Website

goo.gl/iV6Zo5

Address

By Appointment Only
Palm Springs, CA

Typical Job Cost

$10,000 - 500,000

These figures represent a large range because the total project costs can cover everything from a powder room remodel to a complete home specification and furnishings. Our fees are either hourly or flat fee based on the scope of the project.

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Berbere World Imports

Dorothy is a rare talent as a designer. One of a handful that aren't scared to take challenges in design. To see a regular product and it's potential beyond, isn't easy. Recently we sold some pots that were tribal and it was Dorothy who had the vision to transform them into a contemporary vibe. It was her intelligence and determination throughout this complicated custom process that led to a incredible end result!

October 24, 2017

Design Mix Furniture

It was a pleasure working with Willetts Design Associates when they sourced our earth ware pottery, accessories and artwork for the Zanzibar project. Dorothy and her staff were always very professional, courteous, thorough and responsive. Clearly Willett’s Design knows how to manage a complex design project. Dorothy is a master at sourcing unique product to create stunning interiors that embody her client’s lifestyle and vision. We would be honored to work with Dorothy and her team on any future projects. Design MIX Furniture

October 17, 2017

J. Willott

We work with Dorothy frequently. Her professionalism and taste are unmatched. She is a standout in her area of expertise!

October 17, 2017

Comment from Willetts Design & Associates:

Josh, you are both so knowledgable and have such beautiful and interesting artwork in your gallery, it's a pleasure to work with J. Willott.

Accessory Preview Inc.

I'm very grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Willetts Design & Associates. Dorothy Willetts, a consummate professional, is a joy to work with. She is decisive, respectful and accessible. She makes her needs, wants and intentions very clear thus avoiding any misunderstandings down the line. Everyone I have dealt with at her firm seem to follow her lead making the whole process pleasurable. Dorothy is on my list of designers whose clients should consider themselves very lucky.

August 23, 2017

Comment from Willetts Design & Associates:

Wow! Thank you Jim for such a heartfelt review. I am so lucky to have vendors like you that make my job easier and in turn, help me make my clients happy!

Ron Safran

Dorothy is simply the best Dorothy's design sensibility coupled with operation efficiency make her unique to handle these large scale premium projects and she's a pleasure to work with . This installation was one of our proudest to have been included in and we look forward to many more with Dorothy and her team .

August 10, 2017

Comment from Willetts Design & Associates:

Thanks Ron!
Gloster is a great source for outdoor furniture. You made the entire process on such a huge project run as seamlessly as possible.

A Plus Cabinetry A Plus Cabinetry

Always a pleasure to work with Dorothy and the staff at Willetts Design and Associates. If your looking for a interior design team who will give you the personal attention you need and deserve, this is the TEAM to go with. From concept to finished project, Dorothy and her associates will listen to what you want and not push their own agenda. Their knowledge of the construction process and their ability to see the big picture makes them easy to work with from a contractors point of view. Their professional attitude and availability either by phone or email makes getting critical questions answered fast to keep the project going.

August 7, 2017Last modified:August 7, 2017

Howard Lewis

I have had a long standing relationship with Willetts Design & Associates. They did an exceptional job in designing my home. The quality of their work has lasted for years. I'm now in the process of updating my home. WDA had all of my prior records that enabled them to coordinate new trends to existing items. Hiring a professional designer and having your home designed are good times in a person's life. It should be fun / stress free. WDA has provided a great business atmosphere to enjoy the process without any worries.

August 2, 2017

Comment from Willetts Design & Associates:

Howard,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It means the world to me that you would come back to us to work with you again. It was great fun the first time and we will repeat that again this time!

jgraham75

We worked with Willets Design and Associates on a complete exterior remodel of a home in La Quinta California. They were instrumental in the design process, material selection process as well as the overall supervision of the entire project. They were very professional and easy to deal with as well as available whenever we needed their services. I would highly recommend Willets Design and specifically Dorothy Willets in the future. John Graham Owner Desert Outdoors, Inc. La Quinta, CA.

April 4, 2013

cassandrasm

I really enjoyed working with Dorothy. We have worked together on several projects. She is organized and always prepared with the information I need. She is uniquely creative and I always enjoy collaborating with her.

April 4, 2013

Egg & Dart Home

Dorothy and her professional team are extraordinary designers. We are thrilled to see such talent blossom and create beautiful interiors.

March 24, 2013Last modified:April 4, 2013

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20 Comments

Commented: iridescent or...Thank you! Yes, the tile is iridescent, it helps to lighten up the kitchen.

February 6, 2020

Commented: What flooring was used?Hi Kelly, The floor consists of 8" x 32" & 8" x 48" tiles. The info is: Woodland Gray Porcelain by Eleganza. Hope that helps!

November 3, 2018

Commented: KitchenThis was a custom stone we had installed. But to get this look, ask for a "split face" travertine. The split-face refers to the texture of stone.

November 13, 2016

Commented: May I please have paint colors used & if any faux finish used to get tHello Carol, I apologize for the delay in response to your question. The ceiling has tongue and groove wood planks with a custom distressed grey-wash faux finish. The paint color is Dunn Edwards DE618...

April 4, 2015

Commented: window screensThe top three windows have wrought iron screens in them and the other two windows have wood screens made in a Moroccan motif. They were all custom made specifically for the project.

January 11, 2015

Commented: What is the name of the tile and is it slippery when it rains?The tile used in this exterior courtyard is Ivoria Premium travertine tile in a Versailles pattern with a chiseled edge. The tile has a brushed finish so it will not become slippery when wet. Hope thi...

December 14, 2014

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