 It was my husband's idea to try "colors" for the interior of our home. We plan to move in three to four years and thought it would be nice to enjoy some redecorating before we actually sell. As I am definitely a "right brain" individual with no creative touch, I didn't know where to start. Blues, tans, yellows, reds...???
Fortunately I discovered Ellen's listing in the yellow pages and on the web. I contacted her one afternoon, had an immediate response, and made plans for our first consultation (somewhat apprehensively...because I've never been comfortable with creative folks).
Well, I am very thankful that I arranged for that first meeting. Ellen was and is a gem. She immediately made me feel comfortable with the concept of colors and sprucing up the interior. There were highlights in my home that could be enhanced...who knew!
Ellen quickly assisted me in narrowing my color choices. She made suggestions about what should be done to prepare for a future sale. What was really great was the fact that she worked with my existing furnishings so that the overall expenses were minimized.
I am thrilled with the end result. It literally seems as if we moved already and that the interior was professionally designed. It was, thanks to Ellen. Colors are wonderful, the house appears much warmer and less cluttered. All of our guests are very, very complimentary and just amazed at the new look. I certainly wish that I had done this years ago.
I would highly recommend contacting Ellen for any project, small or large. It was actually a pleasant experience for someone with little to no conficence in decorating. I never felt inadequate in dealing with our project. Thanks, ellen!
homeowner
I've been selling real estate for 32 years. Last year, I began using Ellen Klamon as a resource, and today I can't imagine running my business without having her as part of my team. Some homes need help to look their best, and having Ellen available to do her magic on my listings makes my job go easier and my sales come quicker. She's the best bargain going, as far as I'm concerned. Not only does she see how a home will look its best, she also knows how to convince the homeowner to let her rearrange their homes and send some of their favorite things to the storage room. I've even given some hours with her as housewarming gifts to clients to guide them in their new homes. My clients have all been nothing but pleased.
Karen Eddinger, real estate
Since moving into my house two years ago, I had been puzzling over what to do with an ugly orange brick fireplace that dominated my living room. When Ellen saw the fireplace, she knew right away how to redecorate it so that it is now an attractive and welcoming focal point for the room. She made suggestions for tiling the hearth and building a mantle, and she faux painted the bricks herself. All work was done as promised and for a reasonable charge, and everyone who sees the fireplace is amazed by the transformation. Thanks, Ellen!
Jeanne Wilke, homeowner
Ellen was extremely helpful in our bathroom redesign. Her eye for color and placement is impeccable. I don’t know what I would have done without her!
Mary Jane Palmer, homeowner
Ellen transformed my home from drab, dreary, and lifeless to a warm and cozy place with a balanced flow of peaceful energy. She visually opened my room space and everyone who enters immediately feels at home and relaxed. Ellen has a creative genius and talent for bringing about the physical and emotional responses you want by incorporating your own ideas and desires with her knowledge of design and furniture placement. I needed a soothing environment and wanted three somewhat unrelated rooms to flow together and she accomplished it by applying her magic with color, texture, and furniture recommendations. We now have a unique home and the colors pop!
Fran Schuman and Randy Hixon, homeowners
Ellen Klamon came to my home to advise me on how to arrange my living space to be aesthetically pleasing while still functional while I was selling the house. In the span of an hour we moved couches and desks around. Once completed, the rooms looked spacious and attractive. Posters and pictures were placed at eye level and provided color. Clutter disappeared. On day one of placing my house on the market, we had an offer! Better still, I continue to maintain her suggested arrangements.
Gigi Kader, homeowner
Ellen did a wonderful job for me! She helped me decorate my new condo, giving me an objective opinion on paint colors and furniture. She took the picture I couldn't verbalize in my mind and laid it out for me in a well thought-out plan of attack. Her service was above and beyond! She went to furniture stores, paint stores, flooring stores, met with painters and seamstress all on my behalf. It was a pleasure having her help me personalizes my new condo. Thanks!!
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