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“Emmy was contracted to design the Youth Playroom at our shelter. In creating the plan; she was intentional about understanding the function of the space as well as our vision for it. When we were unclear about our vision; she worked to give suggestions of directions we could go in. She worked within our budget to find pieces that were functional yet aesthetically pleasing. Throughout the entire process, Emmy was professional and communicated consistently to ensure we were satisfied with her services.”

“Amazing and awesome to work with Sutherland Designs! Attention to detail, extremely organized, creative, professional, and top quality. Shelly, is a gem to work with and has a beautiful heart! She made our dreams come true, in the most beautiful way! I will use her again and again! :)”

“Jenna is professional, creative, responsive and extremely knowledgeable. She has been an integral part of my luxury custom home team at Urban NW Homes and I feel very fortunate to rely on her expertise. She is articulate, open to any and all ideas and suggestions and takes an intangible dream and makes it a reality. I am honored to call her my friend as well as professional designer who provided the guidance and artistic nuances that made my dream home a reality.”

“Last year we bought a house that needed to be completely remodeled. This was the first time we were going to completely gut a house and pick out all the new material to be used. We were excited, but also scared to make such expensive decisions on our own. We asked Aundra to first help us pick out the right flooring, tile and paint for our house and WOW am I glad we did. She had such clear advice that left us feeling confident about our choices. After we finished the remodel, we brought her in again to help us decorate our large cold space. Not only did she have great ideas, she also worked well within our budget. I am so happy with the results and would recommend her to anyone.”

“Donna is terrific. She is creative, flexible, responsive, enthusiastic, and a real joy to work with! We feel very fortunate to have found her.”

“I worked with Bluevine on a major renovation project for the Heathman Hotel in Portland Oregon. Owner Kathryn James has an amazing eye for detail and style! I would hire her for any design project, home or business!!”

“Matt helped me select various pieces for my house over the last year and they've made a huge improvement in the experience of living there. We focused on using touches like plants and small-scale furnishings to help define space in my large open format first floor (new construction). He has a knack for finding amazing vintage furniture all over Portland and beyond. The role of music is an important part of his interior design approach that most people don't initially think about. He worked within my small budget to identify a few things that would optimize my sound system, and it's been a move that encourages me to hang out in this space more than I ever had before. Thanks, Matt!”

“I have employed Vicki Simon's interior design talents twice--once with a small Victorian house that she rehabilitated with care and then, after I downsized, in an apartment that she turned into a stunning display for my art collection. When I moved into a plainer-than-vanilla apartment in Portland’s Pearl district, I asked Vicki's help in warming it up and making it my own. She turned it into a stunning setting for my large art collection. I collect German expressionist prints and contemporary works on paper and Vicki helped me edit and place key pieces in a way that highlighted them dramatically. Additionally, she suggested furniture (Cassina sofa, ebony console) and designed a custom rug in deep, rich tones that made the apartment feel like a collector’s salon, as opposed to the bland stopping place for twentysomethings that the complex really was. It was all achieved through the magic of a trained designer’s eye and her knowledge of the possibilities of color, texture, and contrast. She also had sources for exquisite one-of-a-kind items from all over the world— a handmade blanket, a hexagonal bowl—that added the little touches so important to pulling together an entire look with a real aesthetic. The end result was a living space that expressed my likes and wants and highlighted the items and pieces I feel most attached to. Earlier with the small Victorian house, Vicki displayed her fabulous sense of how to unearth the possibilities of a home, especially when it has been muddled by renovations and cheap materials. I would recommend her to anyone wanting to express the good bones of their house and have it come across as their own. From recycled hardware to salvaged Victorian trim to new doorway dimensions, her discoveries and options really added up to something more than just the cool little parts.”

“Lindsey helped us think out of the box with our gut remodel of our second story. After living in our home for 10+ years, we had become stuck in what we thought should happen with our remodel. Lindsey realized our vision, but then came through with her vision, which was something we had never thought about, and what we ended up choosing. We are so happy with our new design. Lindsey was very responsive with changes required by the city, and we were able to complete our project in a timely manner. Thanks Hem Collective!”

“"I have been excited and happily challenged to build what Stephanie has designed in the last year. The North Portland Accessory Dwelling Unit is less than 400 square feet and has two stories! In its minimal footprint, the building contains all the modern spaces and amenities, including a Bedroom, Full Bath, Laundry Room, Kitchenette, and built-in sofa that doubles as a dinette and converts to a queen sized bed for additional sleeping area; what may sound crowded in actuality feels open and cozy with ample natural light. It is refreshing to work with someone who appreciates historic architecture and respects its context when designing an adjacent building. She at once sees the big picture and the details; every design decision is related back to the whole, and she has a clear vision for how each selected material will be installed. In addition to being professional, organized, skilled, available, and prompt with decisions, Stephanie is kind and easy to work with. She provides descriptive and thorough drawings, yet can quickly sketch a detail on a raw 2x8 with a carpenters pencil when the inevitable construction questions arise. Stephanie is a thoughtful designer I look forward to working with in the future.” - Sean Harding, Owner at Harding Construction”