Designing Works

Interior Designers & Decorators

About Us

We work with the clients goal in mind. Whether remodeling, updating or selling your house, we translate your needs to achieve the look, feel and function of the space and/or home. Each design is a process that reflects the lifestyle and personality of the owner. Collaborative communication creates the environment to nourish the soul and spirit.

Services Provided

3D Rendering, Art Selection, Basement Design, Bathroom Design, Bedroom Design, Closet Design, Color Consulting, Custom Bathroom Vanities, Custom Blinds & Shades, Custom Bookcases, Custom Built-ins, Custom Cabinets, Custom Entertainment Centers, Custom Fireplace Mantels, Custom Furniture, Custom Home Bars, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Custom Pantries, Custom Rugs, Custom Shelving, Custom Walk-in Closets, Dining Room Design, Downsizing, Entry Design, Floor Plans, Furniture Selection, Garage Storage, Home Staging, House Plans, Interior Design, Interior Design Photography, Kids Bedroom Design, Kitchen Design, Laundry Room Design, Lighting Design, Living Room Design, Mudroom Design, Playroom Design, Project Management, Space Planning, Sunroom Design & Construction, Universal Design, Home Office Design, Kitchen Remodeling

Areas Served

Bayside, Brown Deer, Fox Point, Mequon, Milwaukee, River Hills, Cedarburg, Germantown, Grafton, Jackson, Menomonee Falls, Port Washington, Thiensville, West Bend, East Troy, Mukwonago, Hartland, Lake Country, 3rd ward, 5th ward, Naples, East Troy, Pewaukee

Awards

Best of Houzz 2016 service Best of Houzz 2016 design Best of Houzz 2017 service Best of Houzz 2017 design Best of Houzz 2018 service Best of Houzz 2018 design

16 Projects

Kitchen/family room remodel

Living room - coastal living room idea in Milwaukee

Lake house remodel and furnishings

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Business Details

Business Name

Designing Works

Phone Number

(262) 751-6772

Website

www.designingworks.com

Address

Milwaukee, WI 53211

Typical Job Cost

$50,000 - $600,000

Remodeling, updating, interior design

Followers

110 Followers

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44 Reviews for Designing Works

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Maggie Mulroy

Lisa is a top notch designer. She saw a vision for my first floor remodel. She gently pushed me out of my comfort zone. The end result is an updated remodel beyond my dreams. We traveled during the demolition and she checked the property. As the final touches came to a close Lisa kept checking in to see if complete. I will be working again with Lisa for decorating my new living space.

January 11, 2020

Angela C.

It was a pleasure to work with Lisa on our home renovation project. This was the second time in 5 years that we worked with her, and we were very pleased both times. This time we were moving into an older home and Lisa helped us with the renovations from start to finish. She hired contractors (electricians, floor refinishers, painters, carpenters and the like) who all provided top-notch service. She did all of the scheduling and follow-up to make sure evening was done to our satisfaction. Lisa has a wonderful eye for color and helped us select paint colors for several rooms, which we are delighted with. We wanted to update our living room furniture and she helped us select new pieces which blended in beautifully with some old keepsakes. Lisa helped us right to the very end, recommending a moving company which did a great job helping us to get everything settled in where it belonged. We highly recommend Lisa, and heaven forbid we ever have to move again, would use her without hesitation.

January 28, 2019

Henry de Tarnowsky

Our family home of 50 years required freshening up to make it attractive for sale in a rural community. Leveraging emotional intelligence, Lisa assisted our family by walking us through the selection of paints, fixtures, counter tops, and appliances. She also researched local realtors and auction firms for the family to interview. Her project management skills enabled us to make difficult decisions, meet tight deadlines, and get our home listed by a top tier realtor. I was most impressed by her willingness to consider suggestions made by our contractors and painters which at times differed from her plans. This enabled us to make great decisions matching East Coast buyer wants.

December 15, 2018

Comment from Designing Works:

Thank you Henry, it was a pleasure working with you and your family.

Norm M

Lisa assisted us with 2 projects. First, a remodeling/ updating of our home of almost 30 years in preparation for its sale. And secondly, furnishing and decorating our new home. As for the remodeling project, Lisa was invaluable. Her efforts resulted in the sale of our home less than 24 hrs after it went on the market and for a price well above what we were asking. We were able to recoup every dollar we spent plus some. A very worthwhile investment. As for the new home, we are extremely happy with the final result. In both projects, Lisa was incredible. Professional, diligent, knowledgeable, and able to meet both tight deadlines and budgets. We would not hesitate to use Lisa again and would give her the highest praise in any recommendation. In short, she exceeded our lofty expectations in both projects.

December 15, 2018

Comment from Designing Works:

Thank you Norm, it was truly a pleasure working with you and Pam!

Joelle Hudson de Tarnowsky

I can’t speak highly enough about this talented and professional designer. Lisa recreated our home with an elegant and serene palette listening always to our ideas and implementing them in such a refined way. She maintained a carefully articulated budget and found accent pieces that were unique within those perameters. The finished project came in on time and on budget. What a wonderful experience it has been to work with Lisa.

August 28, 2018

Comment from Designing Works:

Thank you Joelle! It was a gift to work with you on your wonderful home!

Therese Miclot

Lisa is fantastic - from her fresh ideas, practical approach, quick action and excellent project management skills. I recommend her to anyone thinking about a home remodeling project.

December 3, 2017

Diane

Lisa update and transformed our home before it was placed on the market. It sold very fast! We are glad we hired her. She is a true professional and easy to work with.

November 5, 2017

Mark McKinnon

A seasoned pro who can navigate the challenges of different style choices and the variety of options. Very diplomatic in her approach who is and excellent arbitrator between family members. An excellent choice for your next project.

July 16, 2017Last modified:December 15, 2018

Hamid Dehbod

My Company works with her and every client who uses her enjoys all the great designing ideas and the amount of resources she has to support those ideas . This is why we love working with her since her total projects are finished in a timely manner . My company and I are so excited to have been able to find such a knowledgeable design firm .

July 16, 2017

Susan

In the past I have had various people work around my house but Lisa approached the project with such insight, it turned out much better than I anticipated. Patient, intuitive and highly creative, she is a visionary.

July 15, 2017

Polly Kaplan

Lisa was really a pleasure to work with. She had a lot of great advice and recommended paint colors that worked really well for me. I liked it that she was respectful of my taste and willing to work with some of my existing pieces. Her prices were fair and I felt like she was really mindful of the budget we wanted to work within.

July 14, 2017

Mary Beth Shaffer

One question I am asked more frequently than any other is - "How did you get all that work completed so fast?" My answer is always the same - Lisa! Her design concepts are beautiful and innovative and have enhanced the livability of our new home. Designing Works has access to the best people I have ever worked with - from painters to electricians to carpenters to plumbers to HVAC experts. They came when scheduled, were easy to have in my home, did excellent work and, when necessary, returned to finish those small but final details of the job. Lisa managed it all. And working with Lisa is nothing short of a pleasure. She is organized, always available for questions, and thinks of solutions. We had a challenging timeline and Lisa kept everyone focused and organized and got it done. The budget was met. The timeline was met. The work was everything I wanted. On a personal note - Lisa is also enjoyable to work with which makes the whole process easier. Job well done!

December 31, 2016Last modified:December 31, 2016

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7 Comments

Commented: drapes behind bedThe long drape can be behind the furniture because the furniture is out further than the drape. It softens the windows.

July 31, 2018

Commented: Wainscot Wall colorClay Beige, OC-11, Ben Moore

November 7, 2017

Commented: AssemblyWhat assembly are you referring to?

August 17, 2016

Commented: Where are the pillows from? ThanksThe pillows were from crate and barrel and they are like 24" x 24". They are great with the two tone colors against the off white loveseats.

March 10, 2016

Commented: RugLaura, I believe the rug is from One Kings Lane or Gilt. It is great, bleached with a larger, organic loop.

September 21, 2015

Commented: Good evening. Does anyone know the paint color of the room?The color is great. It is Tranquility, AF-490, Benjamin Moore. It is a blue gray that still feels like a neutral.

September 7, 2015

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Designing Works rated?

Designing Works is currently rated 5 overall out of 5

What services does Designing Works provide?

Designing Works provides the following services: 3D Rendering, Art Selection, Basement Design, Bathroom Design, Bedroom Design, Closet Design, Color Consulting, Custom Bathroom Vanities, Custom Blinds & Shades, Custom Bookcases, Custom Built-ins, Custom Cabinets, Custom Entertainment Centers, Custom Fireplace Mantels, Custom Furniture, Custom Home Bars, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Custom Pantries, Custom Rugs, Custom Shelving, Custom Walk-in Closets, Dining Room Design, Downsizing, Entry Design, Floor Plans, Furniture Selection, Garage Storage, Home Staging, House Plans, Interior Design, Interior Design Photography, Kids Bedroom Design, Kitchen Design, Laundry Room Design, Lighting Design, Living Room Design, Mudroom Design, Playroom Design, Project Management, Space Planning, Sunroom Design & Construction, Universal Design, Home Office Design, Kitchen Remodeling

Where does Designing Works provide services?

Designing Works provides services in the following areas: Bayside, Brown Deer, Fox Point, Mequon, Milwaukee, River Hills, Cedarburg, Germantown, Grafton, Jackson, Menomonee Falls, Port Washington, Thiensville, West Bend, East Troy, Mukwonago, Hartland, Lake Country, 3rd ward, 5th ward, Naples, East Troy, Pewaukee

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