Business Details
Expert Interior Design Services in Kansas City
Design Matters is a full-service interior design firm dedicated to enhancing the functionality and aesthetics of residential and commercial spaces. With over 25 years of experience, we specialize in creating environments that reflect our clients' unique needs while prioritizing health, safety, and well-being. Our approach combines strategic questioning, observational expertise, and a deep understanding of design principles to deliver innovative solutions. As NCIDQ-certified and LEED Accredited Professionals, we uphold rigorous industry standards and sustainability practices.Our process begins with comprehensive consultations to tailor services to individual project scopes, budgets, and timelines. From concept development to final installation, we manage every detail with precision, offering full-service design, purchasing management, and project oversight. Client satisfaction remains our highest priority, evidenced by our collaborative methodology and commitment to exceeding expectations. We serve the Kansas City Metro area and beyond, blending artistic vision with practical execution to transform spaces into meaningful environments.
Services
Residential Design
Commercial Design
Purchasing Management
Kitchen Remodeling
Space Planning
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of interior design expertise in residential and commercial environments
- Our team holds NCIDQ certification and LEED Accredited Professional credentials
- We implement a strategic design process with personalized client consultations
- We provide full-service project management from concept to installation
- Our purchasing management services include vendor negotiation and quality control
Associations and certifications
- NCIDQ
- LEED AP
What people say
Exceptional service
Creative solutions
Attention to detail
Transforming spaces
Client satisfaction
Services
Residential Design
Our residential design service transforms living spaces through customized solutions that balance aesthetics and functionality. We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling, space planning, and whole-home renovations. By understanding your lifestyle needs and preferences, we create cohesive environments that reflect personal style while optimizing spatial efficiency. Our process includes material selection, furniture specification, and project management to ensure seamless execution from concept to completion.
Commercial Design
Commercial design solutions enhance business environments through strategic space planning and brand-aligned aesthetics. We specialize in tenant finish-outs, retail spaces, and office renovations that improve employee productivity and customer experience. Our approach considers workflow optimization, ADA compliance, and sustainable materials selection. From initial concept to construction documentation, we deliver functional spaces that support business objectives while maintaining design integrity.
Purchasing Management
Our purchasing management service handles product sourcing, order tracking, and quality control for design projects. We coordinate deliveries, manage vendor relationships, and resolve issues with damaged or incorrect items. This service includes access to trade-only resources and negotiated pricing on furnishings and materials. We oversee storage, installation, and final placement to ensure all elements arrive correctly and integrate seamlessly into the completed space.
Space Planning
Space planning services optimize room functionality through strategic furniture arrangement and traffic flow analysis. We create detailed floor plans that maximize usable space while meeting safety requirements. Our approach considers lighting placement, storage solutions, and multi-functional design elements. Using CAD drawings and 3D renderings, we visualize spatial relationships to help clients understand how their space will function before implementation.
Design Consultation
Our design consultation service provides expert guidance for specific project needs or standalone advice. Clients receive tailored recommendations on color schemes, material selection, and space optimization during two-hour sessions. We offer actionable solutions for home staging, paint selection, or general design direction. This service includes a follow-up summary of discussed options and sourcing information for selected materials and furnishings.
People
Susan Miller
Interior Designer
With 25+ years of experience, Susan Miller is NCIDQ-certified and LEED Accredited. She specializes in residential and commercial design, focusing on functional spaces that reflect client personalities. Her approach combines strategic questioning with creative problem-solving to deliver tailored solutions. Susan's expertise includes project management, material specification, and sustainable design practices. She has worked on diverse projects from home renovations to corporate office spaces.
Questions
What interior design services do you offer?
We provide residential and commercial design, space planning, kitchen/bathroom remodeling, purchasing management, and design consultations tailored to client needs.
Do you work with both homeowners and businesses?
Yes, we specialize in both residential projects for homeowners and commercial spaces for businesses across various industries.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Kansas City, we serve the entire metro area and undertake projects beyond the region when required.
Are you certified professionals?
Our lead designer holds NCIDQ certification and LEED Accredited Professional credentials, ensuring industry-standard expertise.
How does the design process work?
We begin with consultation to understand your needs, followed by concept development, material selection, and project implementation with ongoing support.
Can you help with just specific design elements?
Yes, our one-time consultations address specific needs like paint selection, space optimization, or purchasing guidance without full-service engagement.
