Mandeville Canyon Designs

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Palm Springs, CA

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16 years in business

Seacoast Area's Creative & Award Winning Interior Design Solutions

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Designing in balance with nature, carefully weaving a refreshing collection of color into the five earth elements further reinforcing a unique style by using renewable resources and tapping into the wealth of local artistry. Using the neuroscience of design and architecture we are further able to tap into a clients true passions and desires while quantifying those findings to create a truly unique and satisfying experience that meets both the practical, emotional, and esthetic sensibilities. Before starting her own business, Mandeville Canyon Designs, in 2004, Renee Carman worked as a professional actress in both Los Angeles and New York City. She then spent almost two decades traveling the world as a fitness and media consultant for AFAA, Fit Pregnancy, and Shape Magazine. She appeared on such shows as Martha Stewart Living, The View, and the Early Show. Originally from Palm Springs and Hollywood California, Renee attributes her love of architecture and landscape to the influence of mid-century modern that surrounded her upbringing. She and her husband have purchased several homes to design and restore. Her formal design education is in Decorative Arts and Kitchen and Bath from the Boston Architectural College. As a decorator, Renee has had the opportunity to design throughout the east coast for both residential and commercial clients and recently appeared on HGTV’s Decorating Cents. Renee has been featured in such magazines as Accent, Coastal Home, NH Hampshire Magazine and internationally in Lush for both her residential and commercial design as well as philanthropic work. Her favorite design project has been the collaboration of four wonderful children with her husband of over twenty- six years. ~IDS, ASP, DCC, member of the USGBC and the Sustainable Furnishings Council. AWARDS: *2011 BABG Prism Gold Award Clubhouse Design *2012 HBRANH Cornerstone Award- Gold Award for Specialty Room, Gold Award *Most Unusual Design, Gold Award Best Website, Silver Award Specialty Room *Best of Houzz 2014: Client Satisfaction *Best of Houzz 2015: Client Satisfaction *Best of Houzz 2015: Design *2015 NH Home Magazine Design Award: Bath *2015 NH Home Magazine Design Award: Outdoor

Services Provided

Barn Design & Construction, Basement Remodeling, Bathroom Remodeling, Custom Home Bars, Home Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Project Management, Sustainable Design, Basement Design, Bathroom Design, Bedroom Design, Color Consulting, Custom Bathroom Vanities, Custom Built-ins, Custom Cabinets, Custom Entertainment Centers, Custom Fireplace Mantels, Custom Furniture, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Custom Shelving, Dining Room Design, Downsizing, Entry Design, Furniture Selection, Holiday Decorating, Home Office Design, Home Staging, Interior Design, Kids Bedroom Design, Kitchen Design, Laundry Room Design, Living Room Design, Mudroom Design, Playroom Design, Space Planning, Sunroom Design & Construction, Universal Design

Areas Served

Amesbury, Brentwood, East Derry, East Kingston, Epping, Exeter, Greenland, Hampton, Hampton Beach, Hampton Falls, Kensington, Kingston, Kittery, Merrimac, Newburyport, Newfields, Newington, Newmarket, Newton, North Hampton, North Salem, Portsmouth, Rye, Rye Beach, Seabrook, South Hampton, Stratham, Stratham Station, Dover, Durham, Lee, Nottingham, Boston, Arlington, Belmont, Lakes Region, New York CIty

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See full list of awards above:2011 BABG Prism Gold Award Clubhouse Design2012 HBRANH Cornerstone Award- Gold Award for Specialty Room, Gold Award Most Unusual Design, Gold Award Best Website, Silver Award Specialty RoomBest of Houzz 2014 & 2015: Client Satisfaction

23 Projects for Mandeville Canyon Designs

Starfish Circle Project

Elliott Street Project

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Kingston, NH

Industrial Family Room Remodel & Design

Homes Under 700 sq feet - Maine Cottage

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Wells, ME

Big Design, Small Space - Another Cottage Under 700 sq. ft., Maine

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Wells, ME

Small Spaces - Big Design. Under 700 sq. ft.- Maine Cottages

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Exeter, NH

Cornerstone Gold Award Kitchen and Family Room

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Exeter, NH

Kitchen Design - Seacoast, NH

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Exeter, NH

Bathrooms - Seacoast, NH

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marystrath

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I have worked with Renee on a variety of design projects over the years. Resourceful, creative, clever and one of a kind are a few words that describe Renee and her design work.Read Full Review

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36 Reviews for Mandeville Canyon Designs

Ann & Jim Rickards

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Renee not only has an amazingly creative eye, she also directed a massive renovation for us this past year that included the challenges of operating during the pandemic. She put together a team that had an incredible work ethic and brought the project in on-time and on-budget. She's a great listener. When we threw ideas at her, she was never dismissive; quite the contrary, she made them better. Her patience and attention to detail combined with her whacky sense of humor meant we were all able to smile while producing a home that we love. A great talent and a great lady.

July 7, 2020

marystrath

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I have worked with Renee on a variety of design projects over the years. Resourceful, creative, clever and one of a kind are a few words that describe Renee and her design work. Not a "copy cat" designer. Want a look and finished project that is unlike any others that you will love for years to come, this is your designer!!

June 26, 2020

Comment from Mandeville Canyon Designs:

Thank you so much Mary for your kind words! We definitely are not a "One Size Fits All" design firm! We are so grateful to have partnered with you over the years and can't wait for our next project together!

Kristine Holleran

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It was a delight to work with Renee and I am absolutely thrilled with the final outcome of the project. The entire house is stylish, yet comfortable and perfectly suited to my needs. After moving from a large colonial to a small two bedroom ranch, there was a need to redesign the open concept living/dining area to allow for entertaining family and friends. The guest bath needed to be reconfigured and a large shower added. The lighting needed changes and updating. I wanted a gas fireplace added as well. The house also came with some unfinished or poorly realized DIY projects that needed correction. I knew what needed to be done, but Renee was able to articulate my style. She added finishes such as the walnut windowsills, mantle and fireplace surround that would never have occurred to me, yet somehow are just what i wanted. By offering choices in lighting, cabinets, flooring I could make a final decision without the angst of reviewing the hundreds/thousands of products available. The choices were such that whatever I selected it would look wonderful. Her artful choice of color palette still wows me. Renee was respectful of my time and budget. She understood the need to make design choices that were safe, practical and comfortable for the three large dogs that share this small home. And she did so without sacrificing one iota of style. Renee was professional, honest and a lot of fun to work with! Renee is well connected to vendors that have an excellent array of quality products within a variety of price ranges. My contractor was exceptionally pleased with how easy she was to work with and how smoothly everything on her end of the project ran. For these reasons and more, I highly recommend Mandeville Canyon Designs.

January 2, 2019

Comment from Mandeville Canyon Designs:

Thank you so much for your kind words Kris.
It was an absolute pleasure to work with you and the pups. I appreciate your inspiration and insights and I look forward to the opportunity to work with you again in the future!
Best,
Renee

JoAnn Burchuk

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Renee has helped me design the space for both of my Physical Therapy offices. The spaces are so warm and comfortable. Our clients really enjoy the space and presents our company is a very professional manner.

January 1, 2019

Comment from Mandeville Canyon Designs:

Thank you so much for your kind words JoAnn.
It was a pleasure to work on these spaces and bring a sense of tranquility and nature into these environments.
I look forward to the opportunity to work together again in the future.

Best,
Renee

bpburke14

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I worked with Mandeville Canyon Designs to update my home. The experience was exceptional. Renee really understood how I use my home and what I like. She was incredibly detailed in her design from the furniture, window treatments, art, accessories all the way to the perfect electrical outlets. Nothing was overlooked. Renee provides white glove service. She took care of everything so I didn’t have any stress throughout the project. Whenever I had a question, she responded quickly and even worked directly with the contractors so I could concentrate on work and family. Everything was perfect. My house is more beautiful than I could have ever imagined. I love walking in my front door. I’m lucky to have worked with such talented, thoughtful and caring person. Going forward, I will only work with Renee and Mandeville Designs.

January 1, 2019

Comment from Mandeville Canyon Designs:

Thank you so much for your kind words Brian.
I am honored to have worked on your home and for the trust you instilled in me for every room in your house.
I so value our working relationship as well as all the inspiration.
I am looking forward to continuing our work for some time to come.
Best,
Renee

Tara M

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Renee is amazing on so many levels. We worked with 2 designers before her and my husband and I wish we would have found Renee sooner!!! Not only is she a very creative designer, she is a very kind person. We always feel comfortable talking through things with her. She really listens and got to know us and our personal taste very well. I referred a good friend to her and she is also very happy with Mandeville Canyon Designs. I will definitely be using Mandeville Canyon Designs again as things come up! The other thing I want to mention is how well Renee manages relationships with the subcontractors, which is key when trying to execute a design. She has a cheerful and kind demeanor and everyone who works with her likes and respects her. You really can't go wrong with Mandeville Canyon. Thank you, Renee, for everything you have done for us. Our home wouldn't be nearly as special as it is without you and your ideas!

December 26, 2016

Comment from Mandeville Canyon Designs:

Tara, thank you so much for your kind words. It was an absolute pleasure to work with you and Tom. You were constantly upbeat and positive even through the tough times, and that attitude is definitely contagious!
I can't wait to work in our next project!

Shawn Fahey

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I purchased a home with the intention of having a pool and entertainment space however I didn't realize the challenge of having a sloped yard as well as a water drainage issue. I didn't know where to start and Renee Carman was recommended to me. I feel extremely lucky to have been directed to her. She and I worked well together and could depend on her to provide me with a classy design and to be there the entire project to communicate with the landscapers, contractors, electricians, pool company and plumbers. It was an extremely large job and she handled everything and everyone with professionalism and grace.

December 16, 2016

Comment from Mandeville Canyon Designs:

Thank you Shawn. It was a pleasure working with you on this project.
We were so fortunate to have such a talented team to tackle this project.
I wish you many years of joy in your backyard oasis!

Anthony Mills

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Renee has been an absolute pleasure to work with and has significantly simplified the design of our new home. She has provided so much character and personality with her ideas that my wife and I would never have created on our own. Renee is worth the investment and I would highly recommend sitting down with her to discuss your needs. Use Mandeville Canyon Design and you will improve the quality of your project!.

December 8, 2016

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Thank you Anthony. It is such a pleasure to work with the both of you. Your home is truly stunning and great reflection of you and your family.

alley_amandal

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Renee and Heather are incredible designers in every way! They really listened to us - our likes, dislikes, even in between the lines. They designed 5 rooms for our new home and we were stunned at how well they captured our styles while also giving us the confidence to try new things that would still feel like a natural part of our home. Both Renee and Heather were professional, friendly, accessible, and so considerate of our budget; we had a limited amount to spend and they worked with us every step of the way to make sure we were able to get what we wanted while staying within our means. I can't say enough about what a joy it was to work with them and how good it feels to have a plan that we love for our new home. If you're looking to remodel your home, even just one room, take the plunge and hire Mandeville Canyon, I promise you won't regret it!

May 16, 2016

Comment from Mandeville Canyon Designs:

Thank you so much! It was a joy to work with your family as well. We love to have the opportunity to work for fun energetic people that love to take chances!
Enjoy your new design!

Susan` Gorman

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Mandeville Canyon Design, and Renee in particular, is the kind of design firm that I wish everyone knew about. I cannot say enough good things about how taken care of I feel through an entire home remodel/renovation. Renee's so talented, but one of the best things about her work is how she really listens to me as a client. She is a fabulous sounding board, and she is also quite good at "listening" to the space she's working in. In this way we have ended up with a home that is beautiful, livable, and functioning for all of us. Renee has helped me with my office as well--there isn't any design question or project I wouldn't ask her about first.

April 4, 2016

Comment from Mandeville Canyon Designs:

We have so enjoyed our relationship! Thank you for trusting us with your most precious cargo, your home and your family. We look forward to making more magic!

Jaye Carr Design & Renovations, LLC

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Renee has worked with us on may projects. She brings such creativity and flexibility to each aspect of interior design. We have renovated a barn, kitchen, & bathrooms with her expertise. She always knows when to add a pop of color or a rustic piece to finish a room and her knowledge of the construction process is such a bonus. I would highly recommend Renee for any interior design project, large or small!

April 2, 2016

Comment from Mandeville Canyon Designs:

What an amazing project and a privilege to assist with this fabulous home. From beams, to barnwood this home is truly a reflection of the wonderful family within!

Barry Posternak

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We were billed for a meeting with a third party vendor that we did not participate in, and did not request. We did not receive a single useable idea from 5 hours of billed time. We never received a detail invoice as to how the billed time was spent, despite the request. We never received any specific recommendations, other than a couple unusable ideas brought up during a meeting.

March 27, 2016

Comment from Mandeville Canyon Designs:

We strive to maintain wonderful working relationships with all of our clients, but on a rare occasion, a client may have different expectations, despite a detailed contract or billing philosophy. We also work very hard to make sure that all parties in the design process, including the home, are accounted for. We try to make sure that the design is balanced and not uncomfortably pushed in one direction.
We encourage our clients to ask lots of questions about our design philosophy and ethos to make sure that we are a good fit for their design goals.

jcfedora73

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Our new home purchase (naturally) required many decisions. Fortunately, we had Renee to help us with lighting, fans, paint, floor and wall tile, counter tops and cabinets. Renee was a good "listener" regarding our general style preferences, and was truly great at offering recommendations which "clicked" with us. Not just on specific pieces of the puzzle, but also making it all truly work well together due to the "open" interior construction, and we love the results. Renee's approach and articulation was always clear, none of the confusion which can easily occur in our world of infinite choices. We were undoubtedly not her largest client, but she always treated us as if we were, very professional, very responsive and always available. She is truly awesome, we could not have found a better choice than Renee! -Joe & Trudy Fedora

December 19, 2015

mesakerry1

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We knew from the moment we met Renee that she was the one that would turn our outdated 1950's cape style home into our dream home. That is exactly what she did. Renee has the ability to see projects on a large scale while at the same time considering the smallest details. She gave my husband and I a brand new way to look at our home, including structure, aesthetics and long term investment. We told Renee our dream elements of our home and she not only created those elements through great listening and amazing communication with contractors, but she also was able to enhance them further with her one of a kind design skills. We were so happy with her process and her commitment to working with trusted and talented specialty teams. Her enthusiasm and motivation right to the end kept our morale up through a long process. She was not only overseeing design, colors, structure, communication between electricians, plumbers and items on order, she literally did it all! We are forever grateful for her amazing talent and skill set.

December 12, 2015

Portsmouth Builders LLC

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Working with Mandeville was a seemless experience, Renee's attention to color and detail are top notch and her creativity is fantastic. She took a dated and bland kitchen and opened it up into an open concept room that our clients now love. Renee's fixture selection proved to be a superb accent to the finish product.

September 11, 2014

Carter Siegel

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Renee is knowledgable and creative...a great combination when you want to be different! She gets to know you as a person and lets that knowledge guide her in making her recommendations. She is wonderful at getting you to consider what you might not normally consider and follows through until the job is done. She inspires confidence in her abilities and is accessible when needed. Great person to handle an entire project start to finish or to just get an opinion from. Creative, professional, fun!

September 7, 2014

eloranger1

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We hired Renee based on several glowing recommendations, and we are so glad we did! Even a small project can be daunting with a busy family, but Renee took over the reigns and delivered a result beyond our highest expectations. She wore many hats, was always accessible, and has proven to be a truly innovative professional. Thanks Renee!

September 3, 2014

Jackie Grant

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We've worked with Mandeville Canyon Designs on several occasions and they have always brought class and distinction to our projects. They know our taste, and what our clients are looking for. Always impressive!

September 2, 2014

Maggie Loranger

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Renee has surpassed our highest expectations. She was attentive to the project from beginning to end and beyond. She captured our design style beautifully. Her knowledge base and ability to multi-task schedules timelines with multiple vendors strategic to the project was seemless. We left for vacation with a yard full of dirt and a hole in the ground. What we came home to was absolute paradise that looked as though it had always been there. All in 10 days time!!!!

August 29, 2014

PKsurroundings

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Renee is very talented and a joy to work with her. We have collaborated on several projects together I always enjoy the process. I plan to work with her many more times!

August 28, 2014

Triad Associates, Inc. Alex Brissette

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I recently had a chance to work with Renee on an outdoor living space with many moving parts. I was impressed with her calm manner and attention to detail during all phases of the project. She handled herself professionally with the customer, the other specialists involved in the project and was very respectful to the laborers. The end product came out amazing and I am looking forward to featuring the design in our 2015 Portfolio. I hope to work with Renee again soon. Alex Brissette Triad Associates, Inc.

August 27, 2014

Eva Bleich

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I have never hired a decorator before and I would never decorate without Renee again. She is wonderful. Renee has an excellent ability to see what an area can be and methodically works toward bringing the space alive. She is easy to talk to, easy to work with and really listens to what feels right for us. There is never any pressure to do things "her way". I cannot say enough about what an abolute pleasure it has been to work with Renee. Equally as important is the end product - the rooms that she worked on have gone from completely acceptable to a daily source of delight.

August 27, 2014

djcar

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Renee is so energetic and responsive - she loves what she does and it shows! We are chipping away at transforming our house into a home, and her advice has been spot-on every step of the way. She is especially good at steering us toward what will work while giving us the flexibility to develop our own style.

December 18, 2013

colorfulpaintings

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Renee Carman at Mandeville Canyon is an inspiration to work with. As an artist working on projects with Renee, I found she is clear, has her client's best interest in mind, and follows through with every detail. She has a softness about her professionalism that makes the business relationship very easy. Mandeville Canyon Design contracted me to produce several paintings for a resort community in Maine. Renee was very descriptive about the expectations of the final results... providing me with an idea of the type of imagery that would be appropriate plus wall color and fabric samples. She stayed on schedule and in communication throughout the entire project... which was fabulous!

November 11, 2013Last modified:November 11, 2013

butterflyflyflyaway

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A real pleasure to work with. Professional, timely and great tastes. I have used Mandeville Canyon Design for several years. They have decorated many of our models and our 13,000 sq ft clubhouse. Both of which have won awards.

November 5, 2013Last modified:November 5, 2013

thewillow

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Renee Carmen of Mandeville Canyon Design is a delight to work with. Owning a home decor shop, I am often asked to recommend designers. With confidence, Mandeville Canyon Design is always my first choice. Renee is professional, enthusiastic and very talented. Julie Traverse The Willow

November 4, 2013

markahenry

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Renee has been my "house angel" as I call her....when I get overwhelmed ( which is not infrequent building a new house) she is ever so patient with me and gives me the right advice or finds the perfect solution or holds my hand to get me back on track! After getting a sense of my likes and dislikes ( and helping me to figure this out) she steered me in the best direction FOR ME considering my budget and taste. She helped me be bold where I would not have been and I am thrilled and even empowered with seeing the results! :).

November 3, 2013Last modified:November 4, 2013

marystrath

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Renee has been a godsend to both myself and many of my clients. Her keen sense of style, creative outlook and color awareness is a refreshing approach to design that I haven't found with many interior designers/decorators She has a willingness to work with the clients with varying budgets which makes her any easy person to work with. Being a real estate broker, I have found Renee to be reasonably priced and timely with her deadlines. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her.

November 3, 2013Last modified:November 4, 2013

lisacochran

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Loved working with Renee! Her design ideas were so terrific and totally transformed my home. I would highly recommend her.

November 3, 2013Last modified:November 4, 2013

Nat Rea Photography

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I have taken interior photographs for Renee on many of her projects - she is a great person to work with. Renee understands space and color and light and has an exceptional eye for detail but she also brings vitality, fun and joy to all her work which makes it stand out.

October 29, 2013

karenmgrant

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As a kitchen desgner I have worked with Renee on several projects and have always been impressed with how well she relates to her customers. No matter the budget, style, or challenges, Renee is always able to create a great raport and exceed expectations. I have every confidence recommending her to my customers and am amazed at the difference her input can make in the overall feel of the home. From a customer or professional perspective, I believe Renee will provide additional value to any project. Karen Grant / Sibco, NH / Stratham, NH

October 25, 2013

Sarah Horton Slipcovers

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As an owner of a local Tile and Flooring Showroom, it has been pleasure over the years working with Renee Carman of Mandeville Canyon Designs. Her creative and "think outside the box" approach results in a fresh, unique design that reflects her client and the space. As an added bonus, she is warm, approachable and always upbeat. We are proud of our association with Mandeville Canyon Designs.

October 24, 2013

jack4son

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Absolutely fabulous - our house became a warm inviting home with Renee's touch and we rely on her advice, expertise and ability to work with our budget and limited time. I would recommend her for any size job - large and small, and any part of your space - inside or outside that needs a new look.

October 24, 2013

msplt

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Renee Carmen of Mandeville Canyon Designs has a great eye for color and design. In under five minutes, she diagnosed my troublesome tile color issue in the guest bathroom which I had been trying to match for years! She helped me choose paint colors and purchase accent pieces to stage the room for a more inviting feel. I have sinced used her design services in several rooms and couldn't be happier with the results, expert advice and final product quality.

October 23, 2013

raymarshall

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Working with Renee is an absolute pleasure, She gets to know her clients and responds to their tastes! Her ability to Read your over all picture is" right on" while understanding your financial limitations. Never was there a question of not meeting all of our expectations. .

October 23, 2013

Pam Oulundsen

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Mandeville Canyon Design provided us with such incredible service and outstanding design work for our new home! Renee listened to what I wanted and made it come to life. Every day I walk into my house, I smile and love the way it looks. She is incredibly talented, fun to work with and so responsive. One thing that is most important to me when working with a designer is that the final product still feels like "me" and my style, and not like the designer and their style. Mandeville Canyon Design absolutely accomplished that! I highly recommend using them!

August 26, 2013Last modified:August 28, 2013

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Commented: Backsplash suggestions to coordinate with Cambria Praa Sands, please!I would suggest pulling out one of the lesser seen colors in the Cambria as long as it doesn't clash with other colors in the cabinetry or room. A simple glass subway tile in Taupe would be classic an...

July 3, 2019 in Design Dilemma

Commented: WHICH PICKET DESIGN/ PATTERN/ STYLE YOU LIKE MOST, THANKSMake sure you are listening to the design of the house. With my permanent pieces, I tend to design in a more neutral/classic style. It's always easy to change out a pillow, not so much with a staircas...

July 2, 2019 in Polls

Commented: Help with grout color selection for backsplashHi Brian I actually said go for the dark blue as long as a pro is installing. With the thin grout lines, it should be great!

June 18, 2019 in Design Dilemma

Commented: help!!! decor for from of houseI would start with some fun shutters and window boxes. If you are handy, there are plenty of DIY ideas on line. Be careful to scale them smaller on either side of the sconces. Because your red roof is...

June 18, 2019 in Landscape Design

Commented: Please help me finish my living room.Hi Lynda, I love the way you have kept the home in a neutral palette so that adding color will be a snap. I agree that you should anchor the room with a great rug and the rest will be easier. We tend ...

January 2, 2019 in Design Dilemma

Commented: The frames on the octopus prints are stunning. Where are they from.Thanks Susan, they actually came with the art! Surya.com is a trade only website, but this is a very popular image and you may be able to find it elsewhere.

October 22, 2018

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