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One Room Challenge

November 19, 2024

One Room Challenge Week 8: Pantry Paradise – The Grand Reveal

Discover the stunning reveal of Pantry Paradise in Week 8 of the One Room Challenge. Featuring custom wallpaper inspired by Indian heritage, Cambria Quartz countertops, and sleek strip lighting, this pantry transformation blends beauty and function. Thank you to our amazing sponsors for making it possible!
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November 13, 2024

One Room Challenge Week 7: Choosing the Perfect Countertop – A How-To Guide for Any Room

Discover how to choose the perfect countertop for any room with this easy guide. Learn about the best materials for kitchens, bathrooms, and pantries. See why Cambria Quartz is the perfect choice for my pantry
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November 19, 2024

One Room Challenge Week 6: Pantry Paradise – Modernizing Pantry Cabinets for a Stylish, Functional Space

Transform your pantry with modern cabinets and smart storage! Discover how to create space for appliances, add vegetable drawers, and organize with baskets and labels.
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November 19, 2024

One Room Challenge Week 5: Pantry Paradise - – A Beginner’s Guide to Choosing the Right Color and Painting Your Space

Learn how to choose the perfect paint color for your space! From finding color inspiration to selecting the right paint finish, follow this beginner’s guide to elevate any room. Discover tips for testing colors and prepping your walls for a flawless finish.
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November 19, 2024

One Room Challenge Week 4: Pantry Paradise - Shedding Light on the Importance of Lighting

Learn how to choose the perfect lighting for your home! Explore the differences between chandeliers, pendants, and flush mounts, and discover how much lighting you need to illuminate any space. Get expert tips to create the ideal ambiance and functionality.
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October 16, 2024

One Room Challenge Week 3: Pantry Paradise - Construction Documents, Contractors & Prep Work

Follow along with Week 3 of my pantry upgrade for the One Room Challenge. This week, I’m creating construction documents, meeting with contractors, and preparing for demo day! Get tips on project planning, contractor meetings, and more as I transform my pantry into a functional, beautiful space.
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November 19, 2024

One Room Challenge Week 2: Pantry Paradise - Decluttering, Cleaning, and Planning Storage Before Contractor Meetings

Follow along with Week 2 of my pantry upgrade for the One Room Challenge. Learn how to declutter, clean, and plan your pantry storage before starting a renovation. Get expert tips on prepping your pantry, organizing bulk items, and creating an efficient layout. Perfect for those planning a pantry makeover and preparing to meet with contractors.
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October 2, 2024

One Room Challenge Week 1: Pantry Paradise - Planning for your dream pantry

Join me on my pantry upgrade journey with tips for creating a functional and beautiful space. Discover how to maximize storage, incorporate style, and transform your pantry into a well-organized paradise!
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Building Lasting Relationships

Ria's interior design expertise truly made the process an absolute pleasure. Her keen attention to detail is evident in every aspect of her work, ensuring that every element aligns perfectly with the overall vision. What impressed me the most was her unwavering commitment to communication and follow-up. No question went unanswered, and she was always readily available to address any concerns or queries I had along the way.

One of Ria's greatest strengths is her ability to listen attentively to her clients. She took the time to understand my preferences and needs, offering insightful suggestions that elevated the design to new heights. Her recommendations weren't just about aesthetics; they were tailored to optimize functionality and enhance the overall ambiance of the space.

Working with Ria was a collaborative and enriching experience. Her passion for design shines through in every decision she makes, and her dedication to client satisfaction is unparalleled. I couldn't be happier with the results, and I wholeheartedly recommend Ria to anyone seeking a truly transformative interior design journey.

Allison W.

Ria did a wonderful job on designing my space. She really took the time to discuss with me my ideas to get a sense of my needs and style. Her communication throughout the process has been phenomenal so I’ve always known when to expect things from her. She’s been responsive to my feedback and to exploring options that fit my design preference. I look forward to working with Ria on more design projects!

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I really enjoyed working with Ria, she was great at taking direction and finding the look you had in mind, but any time you weren't quite sure what to do with a space she was quick to offer guidance.  I think she went above and beyond to make the whole process enjoyable and as easy as possible.

Josh T.

I was looking for something more polished for my main bedroom. Ria created a beautiful, custom design plan for me based on my preferences and how we use the room. Would highly recommend.

Trina P.

I needed a rental space decorated after my divorce and I was on a budget. Ria came in and understood what I wanted to accomplish and listened to my feedback throughout the process. Although we went slightly over budget, in the end my home now feels like "me" and is soooooo comfortable and cozy when I need to relax and decompress in the evenings after work.

I debated only giving 4 stars instead of 5 due to being slightly over budget (I wish there was a 4.99 rating), but this was a near-ideal outcome in terms of how much I enjoy the spaces she decorated - so 5 stars it is!!!

Thanks Ria for an incredible job!

Aaron P.

ria’s positive qualities in this experience

1. Outcome great. That is bottom line
2. Professional
3. Funny pleasant
4. Very organized
5. On top of things
6. Very reachable

David B.

I truly enjoyed working with Ria as my designer. Our house looks beautiful. I would highly recommend her as an interior designer for your home.

Maria

Ria did a great job with my project. She was patient and took the time to get to know everything I was looking for. Throughout the whole process she was in constant communication with me about how work was going, what issues came up, and how she was helping to take care of them. She was very frank about prices and timelines, but also worked really hard to help me find the right style and stay within budget.  At first I wasn't sure I wanted to spend money on a designer, but I'll definitely be reaching out to her for future projects.

DS

Ria was awesome to work with!!!! She has great taste for design and worked with the ideas i had. She is also very honest and professional. I would definitely recommend her if you are needing a designer!!

Lauren D.
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