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Designs of the Times

Designs of the Times

Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars11 Reviews
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About Us

Designs of the Times has focused our business in the field of the Art and Design for over 25 years. As owner, designer and artist, I Carol Smits have had opportunity over that time to create beautiful interiors with the help of my husband and a great design team. The business has grown to a team of associate designers, installers, painters, and numerous subcontractors. All these together offering a wealth of creativity and experience. I believe “Every great design starts with a pencil and paper” (Harrison Weber). With this basic but important design philosophy, I and the team have accomplished truly creative and beautiful residential and commercial interiors. It is the goal of Carol and her team to truly discover a look that fits your lifestyle. To see a portion of her works, visit and enjoy our gallery of photos. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Services Provided

Basement Design, Bathroom Design, Bedroom Design, Closet Design, Color Consulting, Custom Bathroom Vanities, Custom Blinds & Shades, Custom Bookcases, Custom Built-ins, Custom Cabinets, Custom Fireplace Mantels, Custom Furniture, Custom Home Bars, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Custom Pantries, Custom Rugs, Custom Shelving, Custom Walk-in Closets, Dining Room Design, Drafting, Floor Plans, Furniture Selection, House Plans, Interior Design, Kids Bedroom Design, Kitchen Design, Kitchen Remodeling, Living Room Design, Nursery Design, Playroom Design, Space Planning, Sunroom Design & Construction, Wine Cellar Design, Remodeling, Full Design Service, custom drapery, Mural painting

Areas Served

Appleton, Combined Locks, Forest Junction, Grand Chute, Hilbert, Kaukauna, Kimberly, Little Chute, Menasha, Neenah, Sherwood, Wrightstown, Green Bay, Wisconsin

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10 Projects

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Private Study Library

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River Side Residence

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Business Details

Business Name

Designs of the Times

Phone Number

(920) 788-0261

Website

www.carolsmits.design/

Address

209 Hidden Ridges Way
Combined Locks, WI 54113

Followers

20 Followers

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Credentials

2 Houzz Awards
Best of Houzz 2021
Best of Houzz 2017
4 Houzz Badges
Star Houzzer
5 Star Houzzer
Recommended on Houzz
100 Ideabook Saves
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11 Reviews for Designs of the Times

Lisa Kihl
Lisa Kihl
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I absolutely love my window treatments. Carol does an amazing job with designing. I also had a half dozen rooms painted. Dennis & Carol and their team did an amazing job. I am very satisfied with the hard work and customer service. I would highly recommend.
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margaretrobley
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I hired Carol to come out and help me with my drapes. I had already purchased furniture, so Carol came in and knew exactly which colors would go well with everything. She is so detail oriented. Everything has to be prefect with her, which is something I really like about her. She always gets it right and I absolutely love my drapes. We also picked out an area rug for underneath my dining room table and it blended very well into my living room. It worked out great! I’m very happy with Carol and am actually having her come out to put up some art that we selected together. She is great to work with.
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Comment from Designs of the Times:
Thank you Margaret for the wonderful review. It was such a pleasure working with you as well.
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_rmary
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Carol made us go out of the box from what we normally do. It was very collaborative. We would present ideas and then she would give helpful suggestions. We really valued her guidance!
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Comment from Designs of the Times:
Thank you so much Mary. It was such a pleasure helping you pull everything together in your newly remodelled home.
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Frank_Har
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Carol has the ability to design what the customer wants and will also tell you what she feels does or doesn’t work. With her experience, I have no doubts her suggestions are the best choices. She’s easy to work with and knows what she’s doing. She carries off the designs so that I’m happy.
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Comment from Designs of the Times:
Thank you so much Frank. I just wanted you to know how much I appreciate working with you. You are not just my client but a true friend.
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Mary T.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I’ve worked with Designs of the Times on several projects. Carol is very pleasant and professional, she listens to your needs and has fresh new ideas and suggestions for your project. Her work is incredible. I had been looking for someone to do the draperies in my home for 10 years and it wasn’t until Carol that I found the right person. They turned out absolutely wonderful! She's also an amazing artist and has an excellent eye for color. I can’t say one bad thing about her, she’s great to work with.
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Comment from Designs of the Times:
Thank you so much Mary and Lloyd. Your project is truly special to me. Working with you allows me to do what I love doing using all aspects of design and art.
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b_____49
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Carol is very professional and did an awesome job. Couldn't be happier. Carol was great at listening to what my needs were and made them happen.
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Comment from Designs of the Times:
Thank you so much for your sweet review. To me it is not about designing for me but to meet the needs of my client's that is truly what my work is about. I am so happy that we were able to make that happen for you.
Sandee McKinnon
Sandee McKinnon
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Carol is talented beyond words. She comes up with things that our out of this world. Her painting is beautiful, her ideas are amazing and they are always different. No two things are like. She did both my home and office and did everything from the window treatments to the bedding. She is really great to work with.
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Comment from Designs of the Times:
Thank you so much Sandee and Dan. Working with you is very special to me and every second has been inspiring and creative. Thank you.
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Darlene Y
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I’ve been working Carol for a long time. I think we work well together because of the relationship that we have. We communicate really well. The other thing about Carol and her design is that she’s an artist so she’s able to draw out whatever you are thinking. I can come to her with different ideas and pictures and she will find a way to make it work in the grand scheme of the design. She always comes back with three different options/directions, which is nice for me because I don’t like to have too many options. She just gets it! I’ve always had a great experience working with her.
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Comment from Designs of the Times:
Thank you. I truly treasure our relationship. The opportunity to be your designer and your friend is a rare find.
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Valerie S.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I think that Carol can really read you and what your likes are. She talks to you, comes to your house, and shops with you. She is soft-spoken, kindhearted, and works really hard. She also has a great eye for color, she's very knowledgeable! I highly recommend her.
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Comment from Designs of the Times:
Wow, thank you so much for the beautiful review Val. I have loved every second of working with you and continue to do so. It is not hard working hard for you.
CA
carol_ji
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Carol always listens to what you have to say and even if it’s not her taste, she will incorporate it into everything that she does. She’s wonderful to work with.
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Comment from Designs of the Times:
Thank you so much Carol. I have just loved helping you love your house just a little bit more.
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Karen Tetzlaff
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Designs Of The Times has done an excellent job in our new home. Their help in everything from choosing our blinds, window treatments & our dining area rug made our decision very easy because of their professional experience. When we moved we brought with us the window treatments from our previous home to our new house. Carol did a wonderful job altering the bedroom & bathroom window treatments to fit our new windows. Definitely would recommend them.
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Comment from Designs of the Times:
Thank you so much Karen. When something is truly special I am inspired to make a way to make it work. I really love how your new house turned out.
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Commented: Yo Carol!!!!! How ya doing? This is Mary Kay!!!!!Hi Mary Kay ! I'm doing great. Excited to see you Friday !!
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How is Designs of the Times rated?

Designs of the Times is currently rated 5 overall out of 5

What services does Designs of the Times provide?

Designs of the Times provides the following services: Basement Design, Bathroom Design, Bedroom Design, Closet Design, Color Consulting, Custom Bathroom Vanities, Custom Blinds & Shades, Custom Bookcases, Custom Built-ins, Custom Cabinets, Custom Fireplace Mantels, Custom Furniture, Custom Home Bars, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Custom Pantries, Custom Rugs, Custom Shelving, Custom Walk-in Closets, Dining Room Design, Drafting, Floor Plans, Furniture Selection, House Plans, Interior Design, Kids Bedroom Design, Kitchen Design, Kitchen Remodeling, Living Room Design, Nursery Design, Playroom Design, Space Planning, Sunroom Design & Construction, Wine Cellar Design, Remodeling, Full Design Service, custom drapery, Mural painting

Where does Designs of the Times provide services?

Designs of the Times provides services in the following areas: Appleton, Combined Locks, Forest Junction, Grand Chute, Hilbert, Kaukauna, Kimberly, Little Chute, Menasha, Neenah, Sherwood, Wrightstown, Green Bay, Wisconsin