Interior Matter

Sarita and her team at Interior Matter saved our renovation. We were working with a well known design/build firm to transform the first floor of our historic Alexandria town home to a modern open plan design as well as updating our master bath. Our design/build firm turned out not to have all of the design services they promised so we turned to Interior Matter for help. Interior Matter’s design services for the renovation included: - Design and specification of the finishes for all surfaces including paint, wallpaper, tile, and countertops, - Specification for the color, finish, and hardware on all built-in cabinetry, - Design of clever new site-specific cabinetry that added significant functionality to our space, - Design and specification of wall and ceiling mounted lighting fixtures as well as other built-in features, - Close coordination with the project manager for the renovation to ensure all work was completed according to the design. Interior Matter also did the design and specification for our furniture including - Visits to the Washington Design Center to review options - Collaborative specification of all finish options - Specification of rugs, mirrors etc. - Plan for and hanging of our preexisting art in the new space The Interior Matter team helped us create an exceptional living space we enjoy every day. It it both functional and beautiful, reflecting our personal design aesthetic translated through the eyes of exceptional designers. They curated a reasonable number of options and variations so we could confidently make choices without feeling overwhelmed. Sarita and the members of her team were highly capable and communicative. We received bi-weekly progress updates clearly stating any action items for us as well as the team. We always knew the status of our project and what was next on the plan. Based on the scope of the project and the caliber of Interior Matter’s services, this project represented a significant investment, and it was money well spent to obtain a fantastic outcome. In working with architects and designers, there is always an intangible element beyond competence. Sarita and her team were wonderful to work with, taking our direction but often providing options more functional and beautiful than our original vision. Over the course of our project, we developed incredible trust in Sarita’s design instincts and the result was a home we love.

I had the great good fortune to hire Interior Matter for a complete overhaul of my bedroom -- including all furniture, light fixtures, carpet, painting, hardware on doors, window treatments and new tv installation. In addition to the impeccable taste of the principals, Jason and Sarita, I was most impressed with the design process. First, there was an overall plan provided -- complete with a range of possible color swatches for furniture, carpet samples, paint colors, and possible window treatments. So I was able to have an overview of the gestalt of the room, the feeling of it. I was after a sanctuary feeling, which I shared with them. From there we jumped into the individual choices. For each item (chair and ottoman, bed, vanity, carpet, dresser, lamps etc.), I was presented with several choices in a range of prices. I could balance how much I liked the item with the price, knowing that I could not go wrong since each of them would contribute to my vision. Jason and Sarita also encouraged me to do my own investigations, by going to stores (such as Room and Board and Roche Bobois) to check out some possibilities. Occasionally I found a piece which they also liked. It was the partnership of the design process that was particularly appealing to me. Sarita thought of details, such as painting the crown molding the same color as the walls in order to enhance the height of the room, which I never would have thought of. Her experience and expertise were evident. In the end I was, and remain, very pleased with my sanctuary bedroom. Jason and Sarita are a delight to work with. I highly recommend IM.