Design Stories
Every home has a story—these are a few of my favorites.
Design is deeply personal, and no two clients walk the same path. I’ve gathered reflections from some of the homeowners I’ve had the privilege of guiding—each navigating the home-building journey in their own way. Their words offer a glimpse into what it’s like to work together: the clarity they found, the confidence they gained, and the joy of creating a space that finally feels like home.
"I needed to remodel my master bathroom. I proceeded to go to different stores to pick out paint, shower tile and floor tile. It became evident to me that my color selections were not working, so I hired Verla to help me out. I immediately felt a sigh of relief because of her expertise. She drew up a shower and cabinet floor plan for my contractor to follow with all the measurements. She also communicated to the contractor suggestions to solve different issues and concerns, so I did not have to deal with them. Verla put together a color palette and surfaces, giving me several selections to choose from. She is able to communicate with subcontractors very effectively and her eye for color and design is excellent" Claudia K.
Bathroom Remodel Planning and Design
"We involved Verla early in the design process of our new home. Her attention to detail saved us from some costly and possibly irreversible design flaws overlooked by our architect. We were able to improve the design and ensure that every detail, from lighting to furniture placement, was considered before we even broke ground."
Amelia Z.
New Home Planning and Design
"My husband and I decided to build again. This would be our second time building a custom home and we wanted to learn from past mistakes. We are both busy professionals with full schedules so we decided to reach out to Verla for help. She was able to identify issues with our house plan that our architect and builder did not catch. She took the time to get to know us and how we needed our home to function. Working with her allowed us to enjoy the building process. She saved us time and money in the end. Verla understands the home planning and building process well. She helped us create a space that we love coming home to each day. We absolutely love our new home and would recommend Verla to anyone building a home! " Anita B.
New Home Planning and Design