…Whether it was plumbing or hardware, lighting or cabinets, flooring or paint, Kande always listened to our concerns and always managed to find the right fit for our design and our budget. She kept us focused but also asked as many questions of us as we did of her so she could better understand what we needed and to make sure we had considered all the options. Our mantra has become “let’s ask Kande, she’ll know.” Whether we install the instant hot water tap or not, our house wouldn’t be our home without Kande.” ~ Stephanie F. Clark, CO

Kande has talked me off a ledge many times and has helped put our design ideas into motion, to a beautifully completed project.

We have used Kande for multiple projects and she has shown us the way every time. Kande has a lovely sense of humor and she brings joy to all that works with her.

Kande isn’t afraid to say she disagrees with a decision we might have made and then provided us with a much better decision.

I would recommend her to anyone, and we hope they would enjoy this design process as much as we have!
Penny & Fred – Utah and Colorado

 She was always readily available and listened carefully to any ideas or feedback. I would highly recommend hiring Kande to design your perfect living space!” ~ Deb A. Steamboat & Pennsylvannia

…The first was overhauling a dated kitchen, mudroom and patio, the second was redoing a master suite, three other bathrooms and a basement family room, plus several other individual updates to our home. She has a great eye, great attention to detail, and her background in building and construction really helps everything to flow seamlessly together. She is a lot of fun to work with, very responsive, and gives many different pricing options for selections. I highly recommend her.” ~ Monica T. Steamboat Springs, CO

Kande blended new items with some that we already had so that we would not go over budget. I loved the design boards so that I could easily see what the finished product could look like. Living a few states away Kande made this process so easy and stress free. I absolutely love how our condo turned out and would highly recommend Kande.” ~ Stephanie B. Steamboat and Louisana

…and she thought we would work well together. My husband and I liked Kande right away and she truly was the right person for us. We built a contemporary style home in a mountain community and while I know she could have helped us regardless of our style, she was more than willing to work outside the box to help us achieve the look we wanted. I appreciate that Kande doesn’t sell any products herself so she doesn’t push particular lines and she was very happy to work with the items we kept from travels, family, previous homes, etc. She helped with everything from paint colors, tile and blinds to reframing art we didn’t think would work in the new house and selecting some new furniture that we love. Kande has great enthusiasm and is genuinely fun to work with. Our previous contact with designers was that they expected to give us two, maybe three choices for absolutely everything and we should rush through all decisions, but Kande never pushes for her vision or simply to get finished and on to the next job. Whether you have difficulty making choices or you have strong opinions about your taste, Kande has the ability and energy to help you get what you want, with sensitivity for your budget. We heartily recommend Kande, regardless of style or the size of your project.” Gwen S. Steamboat Springs, CO

…and we couldn’t be more pleased with the results. Kande is excellent at understanding our tastes and desires and recommending solutions that fit within our budget. We have been especially impressed at her ability to “repurpose” things we already have by placing them in a new and different role (as opposed to throwing it away and buying something new). Kande helps us find the right products at the right price without pressure to buy from specific suppliers. To be honest, we probably spent more than we originally budgeted on improvements, but only because her recommendations made so much sense to improve the livability of our home – we had to do it! Importantly, Kande is very accessible and responsive – a rare quality especially in mountain communities. We highly recommend Kande and her company, Designed Interiors.” ~ Dave R. Frisco, Colorado

Kande brought life to our vague visions. There were many times that all we had to do was describe a feeling we were hoping to establish in a particular space, and somehow, she was always able to materialize that feeling with the right paint, tile, mirrors, lighting, and more. We appreciated Kande’s patience, and that she never gave up on helping us find the perfect design for every space. She pays close attention to detail and has high standards for craftsmanship. We were also grateful for Kande’s honesty and her ability to work within our budget. She was responsive to our correspondence and great at listening and guiding us to make our new home fit our style. Kande’s enthusiasm for remodeling made it a joy to work with her. I’ve never seen a person so excited about paint samples, tile, sconces, and the list goes on! We are thrilled with the results of our remodel, and have not second guessed one decision since completion of the project.” ~ Dan M. Steamboat Springs, CO

…She was so dedicated to finding the things that fit our lifestyle, desires, needs and overall function of the kitchen and dining area we remodeled. She addressed all of our questions and concerns with the utmost respect and really took the time to understand us and what WE wanted in the space. Her attention to detail, impeccable taste, and experience made the entire project as beautiful as we had hoped. A million thanks to Kande for a job extremely well done!” ~ M. Thompson Steamboat Springs, CO

We found Kande after seeing her previous impressive work with Habitat Construction. Initially we only thought we needed help with paint colors on the remodel of our almost 30-year-old log home in North Routt but with Kande’s flexibility we were able to use her services on an “as needed” basis. So, we ended up using her much more. Kande came to our home when we were in the middle of having the interior trim work done, and it was a mess with saws and scaffolding in the living room. She walked in and pointed to each wall and said this needs to be this color and that needs to be this other color. She has such an eye to see the finished product in the midst of chaos.

In addition to the paint colors, she designed a new kitchen island, provided options for new kitchen backsplash, suggested options for lighting and designed the focal point of the house, a huge new fireplace.

We couldn’t be happier with the suggestions she made and everyone mentions how cohesive and welcoming the whole house looks now. It is definitely not your typical North Routt log home but that is exactly what we wanted and thank Kande for all of her outside-the-box ideas!

 ~ Sue W. North Routt, CO

…for kitchen, bath, and light plan. Her expertise with fixture selection and hardware was extremely helpful.” David S.,  Steamboat Springs, CO

My husband and I started working with Kande during the design phase of our home in Steamboat Springs, Colorado…. … Her years of experience with design build and contract work made for easier understanding of the project scope. She builds good relationships with venders and excels in product research. We would highly recommend Kande for a design consultant and will continue to seek her assistance in the future ourselves.” ~ Robin J. Steamboat Springs, CO

Kande is a wonderful mix of consummate professional and comfortable, helping friend, She cares about how the finished product works for you and your lifestyle, not just how it looks in her portfolio. Kanda has a great eye and sense for what goes together and where things belong in a room.  Then she works with you on the criteria that are important to you – comfort, usage, budget – to create a project that is both beautiful and functional for your lifestyle. Kande helped us refresh our 20 year old house, choosing new carpet and paint colors as well as helping us choose the finishes for a complete kitchen re-do. I do not hesitate to recommend Kande.” ~ Carrie R. Steamboat Springs, CO