B. Chic Interiors

We used the services of Katie Carlin Interiors for our recent first floor renovation project involving the reorganization of the kitchen, bathroom, mud room, dining room and main staircase within the existing footprint of the house. We joked at the outset that we did not have strong opinions on exactly how things were done, but we wanted a really nice result. In the end we got a fantastically nice result, but of course the path we took involved a lot of back and forth working with Katie to find solutions that satisfied our expectations while holding together from her professional designer point of view. We had several negotiations along the way from the proportions of our rooms and hallways and spaces to the locations of the ceiling beams dividing them, to the locations of lighting and fixtures. We are particularly happy with how well the custom woodworking, cabinetry, paneling, and columns in the new spaces integrate with pre-existing woodworking that could not be modified because of its ties to the structure. It is impossible to distinguish the new spaces from the old. Katie also helped us select finishes and fixtures that were fresh and consistent. She worked with us to learn something about our tastes, and suggested styles and combinations that worked well together. With that framework in place, we took many of her recommendations and were also able to successfully contribute some of our own to the final result. Katie was great to work with - she understood our needs and provided us with several iterations of the project design. She was open to all of our feedback, both general and on specific details, while upholding her responsibility to ensure a consistent result. This successful process with Katie ultimately left us with a new first floor that dramatically changed the functionality of our kitchen and main living space while integrating absolutely seamlessly with the rest of the house. Thanks Katie!

Being the primary caregiver for my mother as I watch dementia slowly strip her dignity away has been one of the hardest years of my life. As I reflect on this year’s turmoil, I am incredibly thankful for Monique and her team. Why? The gorgeous rooms designed by Monique have provided me with more moments of peace and joy than I ever expected. With every turn of a doorknob, these rooms are like wonderful gifts that I get to keep opening over and over again. Immediately after signing the contract to pay her six figures for her services, I got nervous and worried that this may have been a mistake. Almost one year later, I can honestly say that hiring Monique has been one of the best decisions of my life. Each room has an amazing level of charm and character. These rooms have proven to be my oasis as I deal with the oppressive heat of caregiving. Many people have come to visit my mom this year and these have been some of their comments: Regarding the “Peacock Suite” * It feels like a luxury hotel. * I want to take a nap right now! Regarding the “Ocean Suite” * One lady who struggles with anxiety was moved to tears when she entered the room. She exclaimed, “Oh my god, this room is so peaceful. It literally feels like a warm hug.” * When people enter this room, they immediately talk in a lower voice. Regarding the Office * A sophisticated feel without being pretentious. Once the project was over, Monique kept in touch to see how things were going with my mom and to provide me with encouragement. It is rare to experience that level of genuine personal interest from business owners after they have been paid in full. I wholeheartedly feel that the services provided by Holland Custom Designs are PRICELESS!!!!!

I have worked with Carol extensively over the last six years. She learned what my taste was, then created beautiful spaces for me. She has such an eye for design I cannot begin to estimate the hours and dollars she has saved me through the years! Carol was first introduced to me when I was doing a major renovation and addition on my home. She was there every step of the way, helping with kitchen layout, bathroom design, paint colors and style, etc. She even made suggestions in the stud phase of the construction that would improve the end-product dramatically. Once the construction was complete, she did all of the decorating, starting with what I already owned and wanted to keep, then built from there. I like to move slowly on the process so I can see how each step looks before moving onto the next. She was very patient with me, and met my timeframe. When I let the ball drop, she was there to check in with me without ever pressuring. I have since moved to a new, much smaller space. Carol was my first call. I wanted to try something new, so she worked with me creating that new feel. She did all of my decorating again, and this time also helped me choose frames and matting for a number of art pieces, then hung them all for me in tasteful groupings. She also gave me advice on which plants would serve my new space the best. My timeframe was much quicker this time, and she was incredibly flexible with her schedule to meet my timelines. Carol has a wealth of knowledge and experience in all things related to the home. She does an amazing job working with the homeowner’s style, budget and timeframe. I highly recommend her!

We were looking for an interior designer to assist in decorating our yet to be built new home, so we interviewed and participated in four different designers’ presentations. All four were excellent presenters however, Holland Custom Designs exceeded the others. Monique, the lead designer at Holland Custom Designs, is professional, friendly, and possesses an exquisite eye for detail. Monique effortlessly determined our design style through a panel of subtle questions concerning our likes and dislikes. Monique walked through the model home with us, providing insights and gathering information necessary to develop a theme and palette that would work for us. Additionally, and not to be understated, Monique requested a visit to our former home with the goal of repurposing its furnishings in our new home and furthering her understanding of our likes and dislikes. The end results were that Monique and her team expertly incorporated our preferences, style, and color-likes in a product that filled the rooms in our new home in a beautiful showcase fashion. Additionally, Monique and her team provided valuable advice and recommendations for trends and items that would be timeless in their placements. Holland Custom Designs’ team members Erin, Nyah, Akira, and Edgar who all assisted in this journey with us were all very professional, respectful, and well-informed. They all proved to be valuable assets. We receive plenty of “Wow, “This is beautiful” etc. comments from visitors, friends, and family members and we highly recommend Holland Custom Designs for your next interior design project.

We hired Brigid to help us with remodeling our 20 year-old home and have been working with her for over a year now. From day one, Brigid has felt like an extension of our family in addition to being our professional Interior Designer. She listens carefully to our likes and dislikes and has helped us with balancing "our taste" with her aesthetic vision. Brigid has assisted us with choosing our cabinet layout and style, counter selection, flooring selection, paint colors, textiles, and furniture pieces. Whenever we have a question, she always responds promptly with a well-thought-out answer and opinion. Brigid is a fantastic communicator and takes every step necessary to guide us through making a decision. She has has helped us to stay focused and on-time with our projects we have always wanted to complete but never started because they seemed daunting and overwhelming. Brigid is fun and an absolute pleasure to work with and we plan to keep working with her for future projects! Our main floor is GORGEOUS and I can't wait to start remodeling the basement and upstairs bathrooms with Bridge!