Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Interior Design Partner in Santa Barbara
Spieler Design is a full-service interior design firm specializing in hospitality and residential projects. Since 1989, our founder Susan Spieler has built a reputation for creating environments that reflect client visions while respecting budget and timeline constraints. With decades of experience in Santa Barbara and Northern California, we have successfully completed diverse projects ranging from hotel repositioning to high-end residential spaces. Our work has been featured on HGTV's Interior Designer's Challenge and published in prominent design magazines. We combine sophisticated use of color with elegant design solutions, offering both in-person and online services to accommodate projects of any scale.Our team's expertise extends to construction management, material sourcing, and creative problem-solving, as demonstrated through our collaborations with contractors and industry professionals. We maintain a client-centric approach, ensuring personalized attention to detail while delivering transformative design outcomes. Our commitment to quality has earned recognition from clients including hotel investors, real estate professionals, and homeowners seeking distinctive living spaces.
Services
Interior Design
Education Programs
Product Sales
Residential Projects
Commercial Projects
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of professional interior design experience since 1989
- HGTV Interior Designer's Challenge winning team
- Proven expertise in hotel repositioning and residential transformations
- Sophisticated use of color and pattern in high-end spaces
- Verified client satisfaction from real estate investors and homeowners
What people say
Stunning transformations
Excellent problem-solving
Impeccable taste
Professional team
Successful property repositioning
Services
Interior Design
Full-service interior design for hospitality and residential clients. Specializing in creating cohesive environments that reflect client preferences while maintaining budget and timeline discipline. Our expertise includes material selection, construction management, and implementation of sophisticated color palettes that enhance property value and functionality.
Education Programs
Professional development and pre-college programs for interior design enthusiasts. Courses cover practical applications in residential and commercial design, portfolio development, and career path guidance for industry professionals. Programs include both in-person workshops and online learning opportunities.
Residential Projects
Comprehensive residential design services from concept to completion. Offering finish specifications, construction management, and furnishing solutions for high-end homes. Our team specializes in creating personalized living spaces that balance aesthetic appeal with functional requirements through both on-site and virtual consultations.
Commercial Projects
Hotel repositioning and commercial interior design services. Expertise in transforming properties to increase occupancy and ADR through strategic design interventions. Services include market analysis, cosmetic renovations, and complete rebranding solutions for hospitality properties across California.
Product Sales
Curated selection of unique interior design products for hospitality clients. Offering specialty items that enhance commercial spaces with distinctive character. Our product offerings complement our design services through carefully sourced materials and decorative elements that meet both aesthetic and functional requirements.
People
Susan Spieler
Founder & Lead Designer
Interior design professional with 35+ years of experience since 1989. Specializes in hospitality and residential design, featured on HGTV's Interior Designer's Challenge. Expert in color theory, property repositioning, and client-focused design solutions for high-end properties.
Questions
What areas do you serve for interior design projects?
We primarily serve Santa Barbara and Northern California, with capability to handle projects nationwide through online consultations and virtual design services.
Do you work on both residential and commercial properties?
Yes, we specialize in both hospitality and residential interior design, with extensive experience in hotel repositioning and high-end home transformations.
What education programs do you offer?
We provide pre-college design courses for high school students, professional development workshops, and Life by Design programs covering multiple design disciplines.
Can you handle large-scale hotel renovations?
Our firm has successfully completed multiple hotel projects including new construction, cosmetic remodels, and complete market repositioning with proven results in increased occupancy and revenue.
How do you incorporate client preferences into designs?
We begin with detailed consultations to understand client vision, then provide tailored solutions through material selection, color palettes, and space planning that reflect individual preferences.
