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at Authentic Design Studio, we believe that every project is unique, and we approach each one with a fresh perspective and a commitment to excellence. whether you are looking to update a single room or redesign your entire home, we are here to help!
We believe that every space should reflect the personalitiy and Taste of its occupants, and strive to acheive this through careful attention to detail, creative problem-solving, and close collaboration with our clients.
we offer a range of services to meet your needs, from design consultations to full-service project management.
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Founder of Authentic Design Studio, lover of unique and one-of-a-kind pieces, cookie connoisseur, & wanna be pianist (to name a few).
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I believe great design should feel personal, intentional, and effortless. With 8 years of industry experience- and a professional background in banking and health care- I bring creativity, attention to detail, and a deep sense of care to every project.
Driven by a natural eye for design and a passion for creating intentional, personalized spaces, I have had the opportunity to serve clients throughout Salt Lake City and beyond. Over the years, I've helped homeowners transform their spaces into places that not only look beautiful but truly feel like home.
At Authentic Design Studio, we know life gets busy, and home project often take a back seat. That's why we handle every detail for you- managing decisions, working alongside your contractor, and doing our part to keep everything on track- so you can enjoy the process (and the results) without the stress.
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Full-Service design is our signature turnkey service- perfect for New Build or Remodel projects.
This service is ideal for homeowners seeking support for everything from the ground up. We design, source, order, store, and install all of your furniture and styling pieces so that you can rest assured knowing that all of the hard work is taken care of! We also work in lockstep with your Builder, Architect, and/or Contractor to ensure all of the details in your design are brought to life accordingly.
Full Service Design begins with a $350 investment for a 1-hour consultation. During this appointment we take a tour of your home and discuss your vision for each space. You may choose to have Authentic Design Studio assist you with the next steps or embrace our ideas and complete your vision on your own. In the end, you’ll receive a project proposal outlining our services based on the scope of work.
Full Service is right for you if:
- You are a busy professional who desires a well designed space and inviting home but don't have the time to do it yourself
- You want a professional to come in and take care of everything from start to finish so you can trust it will get done
- You are ready to sit back, relax, and enjoy the process of your home coming together during the new construction or rennovation of your home.
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Five things you need to know when considering a Remodel Project
1. Hire an Interior Designer first! Working with an interior designer eliminates costly mistakes and makes your remodel investment worth it! With our expertise we can help you have a good understanding of what your project could cost, and also bring ideas to the table that will completely transform your space. We are planners which means most every detail will be accounted for and we can go to the contractor with a well thought out and organized game plan.
2.We can't stress this enough: Hire a GC SECOND. Why? Because if there isn't a clear idea of what the project entails from the start, the contractor will not only have a difficult time pricing accurately but there will be delays from the start or finish of your project as the contractor works on the fly to line up the necessary subcontractors. For example: If there isn’t a clear plan for moving your vanity before you meet a contractor, there will be a delay when you eventually bring in a designer and find out you need a plumber to move the vanity drain.
3. If it is a big remodel we HIGHLY RECOMMEND you do NOT live in the space (unless you can occupy another level of the home with everything you need). Most days demo will be taking place and that creates a lot of dust, there's power tools, and in our opinion it just adds to the stress living in a home that's under construction.
4. Plan for your project to take longer than expected. Of course we do our best to try to avoid delays but sometimes with construction things come up.
5. Have a buffer! We will go into the remodel project with a plan and budget for the things we can see but sometimes when we start getting into walls there might be areas exposed that we couldn't have budgeted for. With this we recommend having a buffer of at least 10% however 20% is better.
Whether it's one room or many, furnishings truly enhance a space giving it a complete transformation regardless of if you're home is a new build or one you've lived in for many years.
Our Furnishings service is perfect for someone needing help bringing their home to life without the mess of Demo and starts with an hour in-home consultation ($350). It includes help with purchasing and installation so you can rest assured the heavy lifting and tedious tasks are getting taken care of!
Our Furnishings service consists of the following: No demo, sourcing of furnishings and materials, cosmetic upgrades that are creative and impactful (paint, molding, wallpaper, tile).
What is included:
✓ Story Board
✓ Furniture Layout
✓ 3D Renderings (if needed)
✓ Presentation
✓ Purchasing and Install
Our Furnishings service is good for you if:
- You have a room or more that need a "facelift" without any demo
- You want your space to be well designed and creative
- You recently moved and are overwhelmed with where to start
- Your home is being built and you want it furnished by the time you move in
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Our Virtual Design services begin with an in-depth questionnaire and a measurement checklist to make. Our Virtual Design services begin with an in-depth questionnaire and a measurement checklist to make.
Our Virtual Design services begin with an in-depth questionnaire and a measurement checklist to make sure you can provide us with proper measurements of your space as well as photos so that we can get started on your design.
From there, we then deliver a full design package that includes a floor plan and room layout guidance (if applicable), 2D Design Concept, measurements for the pieces used in the design and a detailed shopping list. We send you a recorded presentation that explains why we picked the items we did, paint selection, and everything else in great detail. Once all of your products have been delivered, we provide you with Installation Guidance and one final zoom consultation to make sure everything comes together perfectly.
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Ask us anything during our time together!
Who is this service good for?
- Someone who need an experts opinion
- Someone who doesn't have a large project but needs help with some details
- Someone who has a good eye but wants the reassurance from a professional that their design is going to work well in their space
- Someone who is stuck on something in their home and is looking for ideas
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The PROCESS
1) Every project begins with a Discovery Call to learn more about your needs and share with you our services.
2) Shall you desire to schedule an in-home consultation, from there, we will meet with you at your home to gain a full understanding of the scope of work. During this time together we can also answer any design questions you may have.
3) From there, we will create a custom proposal for your review and consideration. Once you decide to move forward in working together we send you a design questionnaire to gain a deeper understanding of you and the ones living in the space(s).
4) Upon completion of the questionnaire, we enter the Design Phase! This is where the development of your design takes place including all materials needed to present a detailed design.
5) After procurement and installation, we wrap up your project with a photoshoot and a gift to Thank You for entrusting us with your home. Then, we leave you to enjoy your very own Authentic Design.
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ClIENT STORIES
We didn’t know what to do. My wife, Peppur, and I had recently bought a house in Chandler Arizona that needed some love. Initially we thought we could handle most of the interior design and remodel on our own. Ha! After a brief freak out period we pivoted and our real estate agent, Aurora, introduced us to Ashley and Authentic Design Studio. From the outset Peppur and Ashley connected on the overarching theme and feel for our entire first floor (living room, kitchen, dining room, and guest bathroom) design / remodel. Throughout the entire process Ashley thoughtfully and effectively communicated with us. Even through some of the challenges (and there are always challenges) we never felt neglected or alone. We came in on time and on budget and most importantly we absolutely LOVE the final result. It is now our home with reflections of both of our personalities. Highly recommend!
We absolutely LOVE the final result
Matt and Peppur
I couldn't give higher praise for Ashley and Authentic Design Studios if I tried! She was such a pleasure to work with and our space is just a giant breath of fresh air. My significant other and I had similar design taste in some areas, and completely opposite taste in others. Ashley did such a wonderful job of finding ways at every step of the process to appease both of our taste. She was so honest and kind and I appreciated her bright nature and professionalism so very much. Ashley worked around our incredibly hectic schedule with ease and was so accommodating. I walk into our space and it feels like home. There is far less clutter, but the space feels full and just perfect. Authentic Design Studios offered us consultations to get the feel of what we were looking for just right before we moved forward with making purchases and that helped to put my anxious mind at rest. I truly couldn't recommend her enough!
Courtney
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I couldn't give higher praise
Working with Ashley was such a dream. She took the stress out of the design process. She’s very good at listening to ideas and bringing them to life while also adding her own touch to a project within a budget you set. Our home design feels very much like us and I think that’s the best part about working with her. She’s responsive and so helpful with questions. She isn’t just our designer, she’s become a dear friend and I’m so glad we worked with her on our home
Morgan
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Working with Ashley was such a dream
Ashley was incredible to work with. From the very beginning of the process she listened to our vision and took charge to put it into action. Ashley was very easy to communicate with and always responded quickly. We had delays with Crate and Barrel and Ashley took charge to contact them multiple times to get resolutions. I would 100% recommend Ashley without hesitation. We can’t wait to use Ashley for the rest of our design process!
Jackie
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I would 100% recommend Ashley without hesitation.
"I love the colors you selected and the art wall is beautiful! The space feels so open and yet intimate and inviting"
Those comments are from friends and family who have seen Ashley's work at our home. We are also thrilled! Ashley has a fantastic eye for paint colors, tile, stone, fixture and fabric selections. She designed our living room, family room, dining room, master bedroom, hall and master baths. Each room she considered our personal style preferences and then added just the right touches to pull the rooms together. Ashley also considered our budget, wisely balancing the splurge items along with less expensive purchases. This was our first time working with Ashley since we are new to the area. We anticipate a kitchen remodel within the next few years and we will only consider it when Ashley is available as our designer. Yup, she's that good!
Roxanne & Peter
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Yup,
She's that good!
We were really impressed with how detail-oriented Ashley is. She helped transform our cookie cutter house into something amazing. She is a fantastic listener and does a great job integrating your hobbies and passions into her designs.
This may seem like a small thing but something I mentioned to Ashley is that I'm sensitive to bright lights. We really weren't sure how to navigate that since a lot of pendants and other lights have some soft or fogged or see-through glass shade. Ashley was able to source some lights with metals shades that not only solved this problem but look fantastic! Just one small example of how helpful she is.
We loved working with Ashley and hope to work with her again in the future!
Mitch and Kari
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