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(7)Design Fruition is a Honolulu business that serves commercial and residential clients. The business’ services include interior design, project management, textiles and furnishings, and space planning. Owner and design director Lenore Lum Smith has an Interior Design degree and a Fashion Merchandising degree. Clients appreciate her professionalism, patience, and customer service.
Muro Designs is a Honolulu business that has two locations and serves commercial and residential clients in Hawaii, Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles, and Japan. The business’ services include commercial design, home decoration, hospitality interior design, and home remodel and renovation. Muro Designs provides space planning, selection of art, window coverings, flooring, accessories, custom cabinetry, and furniture design. Miwa has an Interior Design degree and is an ASID Allied Member.
Braden & Mehta Design is a Honolulu business that serves residential and commercial clients. The business’ services include interior design, consultation, custom furniture design, custom lighting, installation, and cost analysis. Partners Jill Braden and Geeta Mehta’s style is a combination of modern Polynesian and Asian and western styles.
(3)(1)Archipelago Hawaii is a Kailua business that has been providing clients with interior design services for over nine years. The business serves Kauai, Big Island, Waim?nalo Beach, Maui, Maunawili, Kaneohe, Waimanalo, and other areas. Founder Tiare Noelani Pinto has more than 24 years of design industry experience. Services include 3D rendering, kitchen and bathroom design, space planning, home restoration, floor plans, home remodeling, and universal design. Archipelago Hawaii is accredited by the Better Business Bureau and has an A+ rating. Clients appreciate their creativity and customer service.
(4)Jamie Jackson Design is a Honolulu interior design firm that has well over a decade of experience in the industry. The business’ services include interior design, space planning, construction, window treatments, accessories, artwork, paint colors, fabrics, and project management, and the team routinely works on new builds from the bottom up, start-to-finish with local and mainland architects. Jamie Jackson Design has been recognized in several magazines including Hawaii Home + Remodeling, Coastal Living, and Hawaiian Modern Luxury and was most recently featured in a four-page spread in HILuxury Magazine with a focus on the clean and distinctive "Jackson" vibe. Clients appreciate their attention to detail, talent, and creativity.
(7)(1)Universal Interiors, LLC is a Honolulu-based business that works all throughout Hawaii to provide interior design services such as senior care home design, in-home design consultation, and design seminars. Universal Interiors also offers color consulting, kitchen design, bedroom design, bathroom design, space planning, custom rugs, custom furniture, project management, and more. Universal's owner, Nancy Schnur, is a member of the American Society of Interior Designers and is NCDIQ certified. Clients leave greatly positive remarks about Nancy’s helpfulness, patience, professionalism, knowledge, and punctuality.
(7)Infinium Interiors, Inc. is a Honolulu veteran-owned business that provides design services to state facilities, educational, corporate businesses, Department of Defense, health care, and residential clients. The business provides services including consultations, space planning, design, drawings, and layouts. Infinium Interiors, Inc. is accredited by the Better Business Bureau and has an A+ rating. Clients remark on their responsiveness, customer service, and professionalism.
(13)(3)Shari Saiki Design Studio is a Honolulu business that has been providing interior design services to residential and commercial clients for over 17 years. Other services include consultation, planning, project management, furniture, lifestyle gifts, and home accessories. Shari Saiki Design Studio serves Aina Haina, Hawaii Kai, Oahu, Kailua, and Honolulu. Clients remark on Shari’s trustworthiness, professionalism, and creativity.
INOUYE INTERIORS LLC is a Kaneohe business that provides residential and commercial interior design and home staging. Services include sourcing of decoration and furnishing, ceiling and flooring, space planning, consultation and conceptual design, custom wall finishes and painting, lighting design, custom artwork, custom window treatments, and color and style. Staging services include project coordination and management, consultation, custom artwork, customized staging and merchandising, and decoration and furnishing sourcing. Clients remark on Jillian’s flexibility, knowledge, professionalism, and patience.
(6)Indigo Republic is a Kailua-based, full-service interior design firm catering to estates, resorts, executive suites and retail businesses. Indigo Republic is dedicated to guiding clients through the design process, managing projects profesionally with integrity, and ensuring that clients receive the best pricing and services. Indigo Republic provides a range of stylish and expert services such as conceptual design, space planning, 3D rendering, custom furniture design, and wall and window treatments. Owner and founder Jenn Johnson draws inspiration from her travels around the world. She is a member of the American Society of Interior Designers and meets the qualifications of the National Council for Interior Design.
Bloom Again Design is an interior design firm located in Honolulu, Hawaii. Since 2003 it has been in the design and construction industry, collaborating with developers, architects, and homeowners in the design process. Its approach combines beauty, functionality, and environmental sustainability whether working on a new home or transforming an existing one. After an initial consultation, every aspect of the project is mapped out and plans will then be developed to manage the team through construction.
(1)Lapis Design Partners is a Honolulu design firm that serves residential clients. Services include bathroom and kitchen design, home remodeling, basement remodeling, space planning, floor plans, building design, home additions, and drawings. John Black AIA is an architect who is licensed in Hawaii, Montana, and Massachusetts. Clients appreciate their responsiveness, reliability, creativity, and professionalism.
Interior designers can make a space more visually appealing and functional. Many people know they like certain design styles, such as mid-century modern, but don't know where to start to achieve the look. An interior designer will work with you to bring your vision to life. They'll find pieces that match your style while still keeping it practical for everyday use.
Starting an interior design business is relatively straightforward:
An interior designer makes a space more visually appealing, functional, and safe by planning furniture placement, decorations, lighting, color schemes, and material choices. Interior designers can work in homes or commercial spaces. Additionally, they can have specialties, such as sustainable designing.
According to Payscale.com, the median interior designer salary in the United States is $50,618 per year. However, it’s important to note that this amount can vary significantly depending on factors such as years of experience, reputation, location, and specialty, among others.
A degree isn’t necessary but can be helpful. Individuals can pursue a degree in interior design or related fields such as drawing and computer-aided design. After earning a bachelor's or master's degree and completing two years of professional experience, interested designers can take the National Council for Interior Design Qualification exam.
Joanna Gaines is a famous interior designer and star of the television show "Fixer Upper." Gaines doesn't have a formal education in interior design. Instead, she started designing her husband's fix-and-flip projects. She states that she's a "self-taught designer" and has learned to design through trial and error.
An interior designer’s portfolio is often what wins them clients. The portfolio should include an introduction, pictures of previous projects, and the details of those projects. All the photos should be high-quality and offer views from different angles to accurately showcase the entire scope of the project.
