BellaDomus Residential Design Studio

Beth has helped us with design decisions for our rental units and it has been some of the best money we have spent. She accompanies us to Lowes in order to pick out fixtures and paint and makes design recommendations. The results have been excellent and affordable!

An absolute treasure to work with, James and his firm are the very best, hands down! From inception to completion, James is easy to work with, detail-oriented and an expert in taking inspiration and making it a masterpiece.

Working with James and Beth is always a pleasure. We enjoy working on their projects as they are typically more interesting, and creatively crafted. From a practical standpoint, their drawings are always clear and detailed allowing us to produce our work with the fewest interruptions, as well as fewer added cost issues. When we do need to clarify something, both Beth and James are very communicative and always available. So if you are looking for a design team that is enjoyable to work with as well as good at designing creative solutions that are personalized & aesthetically pleasing Bellas Domus is a great choice.

James and Beth were great to work with. From start to finish they stuck with me. The end result is fantastic.

James Morgan and Beth Frey are an excellent architecture and design team. They were recommended to us by friends and we highly recommend them as well. Both are highly creative thinkers and problem solvers to both architectural and design issues. They have excellent relationships with folks in the trades in our area and all the tradespeople who worked on our kitchen project brought experience and creativity to the project. Of all the investments we made into updating an older kitchen, collaborating with James and Beth was the wisest and most important. Highly recommend without reservation.

My home was conceived and designed by James Morgan to invite in a commanding view of the spacious meadow on which it sits, and to meet my needs and delight my spirit. Its custom design is sophisticated and masterful. The spaces invite, delight and surprise. One senses a nuanced and carefully crafted marriage of form and function. I love inhabiting this home. It was most gratifying to work with James and Beth throughout the project. The lead contractor who assiduously oversaw its entire construction described James' work, and working relationships, as top notch.

I was fortunate to work with James and Beth on an addition to my house (bedroom, bath, laundry room). James wanted the addition to feel as though "it grew naturally from the existing house," and his design certainly achieved that goal. Beth had lots of suggestions that were a lifesaver for someone who is not very creative! I could not be more pleased with the project and give them my highest recommendation.

Our experience working with Belladomus was first rate. James worked with us to design our dream renovation within our budget. His expert, smart, design made the builders happy and us. I would recommend belladomus for anyone renovating a home!

It was a pleasure working with James & Beth! They proved to be great listeners and have a keen eye for detail. Definitely would use BellaDomus again and highly recommend their services to others.

James Morgan at BellaDomus designed our dream home, and he did it with such little fuss that we didn't realize how special it was, and in so many ways, until we moved in. We'd heard horror stories of designing and building a custom home being a shortcut to divorce--or at least one of the most stressful periods in life--but with James, our first experience with this process was anything but. James conceived of, and collaborated on, many key features that made it feel immediately more like a home than any other house we've moved into. And, the house 'fits' with the site. I never thought I'd be lucky enough, or able to afford it, but I now live in my dream home--beautiful and functional.

My house was a 61 year old family home that needed updating.. James came to my house and spent almost 2 hours listening to what I wanted and walked every inch of the house to get some thoughts together based on my "list of things I want". I wanted my house to keep the 1950's feel. Beth helped to pick design elements to maintain that feel. The team at BellaDomus really made my parents' home my home.

We first hired BellaDomus to help us design a new kitchen in the space that was our current laundry room and a new laundry room/mud room in the space that was our current kitchen. James created the initial designs. He not only included everything we asked for, he incorporated innovative new ideas, for example, changing the entry point to our new laundry room to better position it as a mud room. Then we worked with Beth to help refine the plans and provide input, as needed, during the build. We loved the final results so much that we hired Belladomus again to develop plans to remodel our three bathrooms (which also exceeded our expectations). They are professionals, excellent listeners and collaborators, who bring great ideas but , more than that, they are adept at helping us realize our own vision.

James and Beth designed a barn loft apartment for me. I am absolutely thrilled with the final plan and can't wait for construction to begin. Throughout the process, both listened patiently to all of my ideas and concerns, and this is obvious in the final product. I'm impressed by the attention to detail, clever use of space, suggestions for cost-savings, and spot-on design geared toward my personal lifestyle. It is perfect! I highly recommend James and Beth at BellaDomus.

I've hired BellaDomus to plan additions on two older houses. Each project was unique in its challenges, but both times James and his team were great partners. They listened attentively to our wishes, were creative and resourceful in providing solutions to structural challenges, and worked seamlessly with our builders each time. I've been quite happy with the homes that resulted from James' designs, and would absolutely use BellaDomus again.

BellaDomus did a fantastic job developing the plans for, and consulting on our kitchen remodel. The goal of the project was to reorient the kitchen to allow for a large island and better use of space. BellaDomus helped us achieve this goal in a thoughtful, detail-oriented way, while always keeping our budget in mind. They also provided guidance throughout - everything from structural issues to paint colors. The finished project is everything we had hoped, largely because of BellaDomus' involvement.

James and Beth exceeded all of our expectations. We were new homeowners, moving into a mid-century ranch house where previous owners had made some less-than-optimal decisions. We wanted to knock down some walls and create an open floor plan on one side of our house. The design work included an open kitchen-living space, laundry room, smaller living room, and a bathroom renovation. On James' first visit to the house, I was dazzled -- and that's not too strong a word -- by his ability to read the space like a book, and to intuit how to work with some tricky spacial elements. He even had brilliant suggestions for how to work with a particularly difficult room that wasn't part of the project. Most importantly, throughout the project, James and Beth really impressed us with the way they intuitively grasped our style -- even though we weren't great at articulating it. The result is a home that feels quintessentially like us. Everyone who visits remarks at how great it looks and feels, and how unique it is. We couldn't be more pleased.

James and Beth were both amazing. James did the major design plan for our renovation, which was to fix an in-law suite for my aging parents. James designed a plan that will work if my mother ever needs the assistance of a wheelchair. Beth added to the plan with amazingly functional lighting and fixture ideas that were within our tight budget. We would highly recommend them for any project that you have in mind!! They were so flexible, considerate, and super easy to work with.

Beth Frey and James Morgan of BellaDomus designed and managed two different projects for me: a small bath remodel and a larger master bedroom/bathroom addition. They share a creative yet practical design aesthetic. I was very pleased with their final design as well as the skilled contractors they suggested to bring it to fruition.

My husband and I had the pleasure to work with Beth and James, from BellaDomus. We initially met with James who made us feel at ease with the project and excited to work with them. He is creative and fun to work with.. We then spent our time mostly working with Beth to plan and visualize our kitchen renovation. Beth's calm demeanor helped quell our fears and antsy-ness regarding the whole process. She listened to us and we, in turn, learned a great deal from her. They have a wonderful office in Carbarro, which she encouraged us to visit. Beth quickly realized that my husband and I did not need a lot help in the picking out of things or going to showrooms, we knew basically what we wanted and got out there ourselves. Beth was always available for questions, ideas, and guidance . Her greatest attribute towards our kitchen was to help us visualize it and put that on paper to begin to see the new room. She also brought samples to us so we could begin to see it take shape. You will find BellaDomus to be a gem to work with and well worth it.

We had a wonderful experience with BellaDomus on a large project where we re-modeled or upgraded almost our entire living space. James Morgan listened carefully to all of our frustrations with our home's original design and function, and to all of our ideas. He created a plan that built on all of it but with a design and flow far better than anything we had imagined. We also loved working with their designer Beth Frey, who found and designed perfect elements and helped us create spaces in every room that work functionally and aesthetically. Both Beth and James were very observant and respectful about our taste, life-style, and budget, and they designed in a way that fit and felt very natural for us. And last but not least, we had fun working with such low-key, friendly, interesting people.

I had a great experience with this firm. James, the architect, designed a beautiful addition to our home and re-designed some of its interior spaces to significantly improve their flow and functionality. He was fantastic at understanding how we like to live and designing the spaces to suit our needs and be aesthetically pleasing. I also worked with Beth, the designer. She was fantastic at finding affordable design materials and creating unified, lovely spaces in the house. They were worth every penny. I recommend them highly!

Working with James Morgan and his staff was a wonderful experience. We hired them to design our dream home. We came to them with specific ideas and desires and James was able to quickly translate these into a comfortable, light filled, spacious home that we love. James is a very good listener. He learned who we are and how we live and brought this knowledge to his design. He brought his expertise and creativity to the process making our home even more beautiful than we imagined it could be. We would recommend Bella Domus to anyone

Beth Frey did an amazing job in remodeling my kitchen. The house was built in 1994 and had not been renovated. Beth designed a remodel that updated the look, improved the functionality of the kitchen, and is gorgeous. She chose tile and paint that catch your eye and accent each other beautifully. The island was resurfaced in walnut and the warm wood further accentuates the beauty of the remodeled kitchen. Finally, the contractor, Chuck Campbell was also amazing

I have worked with BellaDomus Residental Design studio on several bath and kitchen remodel projects in the past several years. Both the customer and my company have been very pleased with their complete professionalism with the projects from beginning to end. This also carries over after the project is completed. My company continues to work with them and will recommend them for future projects. Regards, Chuck Campbell / President C & D Construction Inc.

Having worked with Beth Frey on many tile projects, I would highly recommend her to clients, friends and family. Beth comes to me with clear, well thought out plans for each space we work on. Her designs are a combination of current and classic, creating rooms with lasting appeal for homeowners while being mindful of their personal tastes and budgets. On top of all this, Beth is a joy to work with! I would absolutely consult with her on my personal remodeling projects.

My project included kitchen remodel, finishing basement, adding storage area, outdoor patio and walkways, driveway and front porch. James has the ability to listen and understand what you want (even if you can't descirbe it as an end-product). His incredible talent is the innate ability to see through paradigms, which leads to simple but spectacular solutions. This made a difference in every area of my project. Beth also has that same ability to listen and understand what you want. She provides immense value in first being able to narrow your design choices to quality products that are technically appropriate for your space, as well as aesthetically appropriate, regardless of your individual style. Not only is she respectful of your individual taste, but is able to help you access those choices within yourself, even if you're not sure! Both James and Beth are very good at timing and coordinating plans with others involved in the project, and are conscientious about your budget requirements.

They provide comprehensive design services for additions and renovations including conceptual drawings and construction drawings with details. They also offer interior design and assistance with product selection ranging from, but not limited to, paint colors, cabinetry, appliances, countertops, plumbing fixtures, and lighting. The designs can be innovative or just plain practical depending upon the needs of the clients. They are easy to work with and open to suggestions. Our company has worked with them for over eight years on dozens of projects ranging in scope from small bathroom renovations to additions and major interior renovations that included kitchens, baths, and moving interior structural walls. We recommend them highly to our clients who need design help.

This designer and his staff provided high-quality expertise to designing our home addition and renovations, which addressed and improved upon our vision. They were not only tuned in to the overall aesthetics of the design, but also adept at all the minute details such as lighting, structural soundness, and air quality. They more than met our hopes for a "green" project, as they were very knowledgeable in the areas of sustainable design and materials. They were highly accessible and responsive throughout the design phase and subsequently the execution phase by a separate contractor. They came up with solutions to problems that arose during the construction, which enhanced our satisfaction with the results. They were a great source of specific ideas, but also listened to our ideas and worked with us collaboratively.

Bella Domus did the design for our bathroom remodel and children's bedroom redmodel. Bella Domus produced high quality designs that we love. My wife had an idea about an "outdoor shower look" for our bathroom. Bella Domus designed a shower with skylight to get this "outdoor" effect. Bella Domus staff are easy to work with and flexible in scheduling home visits.

James & Beth at Bella Domus are a great team. Professional. Creative. Innovative. Green. They took all my ideas and photos and turned my vision into an even better reality. From start to finish they were there to help simplify a very overwhelming task (building a custom house) and keep me on track with critical decisions. Along with my choice in builder it was the best money spent on the project. They are worth every penny! Thanks to Bella Domus my dream house exceeded my expectations. No a single detail was overlooked.

Working with Belladomus has been a great pleasure. Their design plans have hugely improved the livability and attractiveness of our home. We especially appreciate their use of natural light to enhance the spaces. We staged our major home improvements in three phases, beginning in 2006 with addition of a screened porch, new decks, breakfast/sun room, and family room renovation. We were so happy with James Morgan's creativity, respect for our budget, and careful attention during construction, that we knew we would continue to use BellaDomus design services. Our next project, a new front porch, and addition to the second story for an enlarged master suite including new bath, was a fantastic improvement to the house. Beth's design talent really showed in her selections of tile, flooring, and fixtures. We are now working with James and Beth on the final stage, with a kitchen/dining room redesign and updates to the entry way, and we are eager to see the plans.

BellaDomus designed an addition to our home. They provided good service on the front end. They were good listeners. They asked appropriate questions about lifestyle and family usage patterns. The architectural drawings were not as detailed as I expected. Some of the contractors had difficulty figuring out how to implement the design because the plans lacked specificity. Some obvious omissions, some inadvertent omissions. Corrections were made quickly and with apology. They provided linkage to local contractors. They were responsive to calls and questions. Design met our expectations overall.