My Design Philosophy
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DESIGN THAT WORKS FOR REAL LIFE
I believe your home should be a place where your family can live, thrive, and function really well — while still feeling completely like home.
Your home doesn't need to follow the latest Pinterest trend or look like anyone else's. I love creating spaces that reflect you, whether that's cozy and collected, California casual, vintage with a modern twist, or colorful and playful.
And especially here in Grass Valley and Nevada City, I love finding ways to breathe new life into older homes without taking away the character that makes them special.
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BEAUTIFUL DOESN'T HAVE TO MEAN RIDICULOUSLY EXPENSIVE
I'm not a “budget designer.” I'm a designer who knows how to work with a budget.
I love finding the places where your money will make the biggest impact, choosing finishes that look high-end without the high-end price tag, and making thoughtful design decisions that give you more bang for your buck.
Whether you're remodeling your forever home, updating a kitchen or bathroom, preparing a house for sale, or renovating an investment property, I'll help you create a space that feels elevated, personal, and completely livable.
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HOW MUCH HELP DO YOU NEED?
Some projects need a little design direction. Others need someone to take the whole thing and run with it.
I can help with everything from concepts, space planning, finish selections, and SketchUp models to sourcing, furnishings, FF&E schedules, and full renovation project management.
You choose the level of help that makes sense for your project, your budget, and your sanity.
Basically, I'm here to make the renovation process a whole lot less overwhelming — and a lot more fun. ♡
INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES
Includes:
Initial consultation
Existing-space review
Space planning
1–2 proposed layouts
Finalized kitchen layout
Cabinetry design/direction
Countertop selection
Backsplash selection
Flooring recommendation
Plumbing fixture selections
Hardware selections
Lighting recommendations
Paint color
Design concept/mood board
SketchUp 3D model
Finish schedule
1 round of revisions
KITCHEN DESIGN PACKAGE — Starting at $1,500
Includes:
Initial consultation
Space planning / layout
Design concept
Cabinetry design/direction
Countertop selection
Backsplash selection
Flooring recommendation
Paint color
Plumbing + hardware selections
Lighting recommendations
3D SketchUp model/rendering
1 round of revisions
BATHROOM DESIGN PACKAGE — Starting at $950
Includes:
Initial consultation
Space planning
Design concept
Tile selections
Vanity/cabinet direction
Countertop selection
Plumbing fixtures
Lighting
Hardware
Paint color
3D SketchUp model/rendering
1 round of revisions
ROOM DESIGN PACKAGE — Starting at $700
For living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms, offices, etc.
Includes:
Initial consultation
Space planning
Design concept
Furniture layout
Paint colors
Lighting
Furniture recommendations
Rug/art/accessory recommendations
3D visualization
1 round of revisions
WHOLE-HOME DESIGN PACKAGE — Starting at $3000+
Includes:
Everything listed above, and more!
HOURLY DESIGN SERVICES — $100/hour
Additional design work, revisions, meetings, site visits, project management, etc.
***Pricing shown is based on projects of typical size and scope. Larger or more complex spaces may require additional design fees.***
A FEW NICE THINGS THEY SAID ♡
“Ashley is one of a kind, a true professional with personality. She jumped through hoops, answered all my stupid questions, and her response time made me feel like a member of the family. Ashley is my only recommendation for your interior design needs!” - Colin W.
“I absolutely love my kitchen! Ashley transformed what was once a small kitchen with limited storage into a beautiful, functional space that has completely changed the way we live and entertain in our home. Ashley didn’t just give me the kitchen I envisioned. She gave me something better. I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone considering a remodel or new build.” - Debbie S.
“Ashley has such a gift for making the design process feel both beautiful and approachable. She has a wonderful eye for design, but what I appreciated most was how she could anticipate the little hiccups and details we never would have thought of on our own. She is the friend and professional you want in your corner when creating a home that is beautiful, functional, and uniquely yours!” - Amber Y.
FAQs
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Nope! I work with real budgets and can tailor the level of design help to your project and what you need. My goal is to help you spend your money where it matters most—not spend more just because you can.
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Absolutely. You don't need to come to me with a perfectly formed Pinterest board and a list of paint colors. Part of my job is helping you figure out what you like, what will work in your space, and where to go from there.
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Not at all! I can help with anything from a single room or bathroom to a full-home renovation.
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Absolutely. You can hire me for as much or as little help as your project needs.
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Yes! I love working alongside contractors and tradespeople and can provide the design information, selections, and plans they need to bring the project together.
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Yes. For the right project and budget, I can help manage the renovation from start to finish, including coordinating contractors, deliveries, installations, and the many moving pieces that come with a renovation.
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Yes! I love helping investors and real estate professionals make smart design choices that improve a property's appeal without wasting money on unnecessary upgrades.
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Please give me an old house with weird walls and good bones! I especially love finding ways to update older Grass Valley and Nevada City homes while preserving the character that makes them special.