I don’t think there is anyone better than Amanda for interior design work.  She is thoughtful, creative, responsive, attentive to every detail, and mindful of budget.  She works extremely well with architects and contractors.  I have worked with her on projects large and small and she has exceeded my expectations in every case. 

In 2005, I met Amanda when she was working with the interior design firm hired [to work on an $8 million dollar Hospice House project].  She literally saved the project, by coordinating the myriad of details involved in furniture, fixtures, and finishing – selection, procurement, and supervision of the installation. Before Amanda was assigned, we were having a lot of issues with the design team; she calmly put the pieces together, soothed a lot of ruffled feathers, and ensured that things went smoothly from that point forward.  She also designed our donor wall, which everyone who enters the facility comments on for its understated simplicity.

More recently, I’ve been working with Amanda on a major home renovation project (basically the house is being gutted).  At first I thought hiring an interior designer was a luxury I couldn’t afford – I already had an architect.  I’ve since concluded that she is playing an indispensable role (without “taking over” or usurping any other member of the team’s role) in making sure the design is functional, well thought out, and beautiful.  From the big issues like the overall layout, to the smallest detail of a faucet selection, I rely on Amanda’s valuable input.

In short, she has my highest recommendation.

Good luck with your project,

D.S.