Nikolene Isely, M.A., Staging by Design

Nikolene recently staged my home for sale. Working with her was the best experience I could hope for. She first came to my house for a consultation. After looking things over she sent me a detailed report of what she proposed. She worked with my budget to give me the biggest bang for my buck. It couldn’t have been easier. She gave me specific paint colors and picked out new light fixtures, all I had to do was use her list as a check off sheet! She always responded quickly when I had questions, and she even gave me referrals for contractors she had positive experiences working with. They were also great. I had seen some of Nikolene’s staging work online and had heard what an amazing job she does. I couldn’t wait to see what she would do with my house. Nikolene and Sue brought in stylish furniture that was scaled for my space, as well as all kinds of art and accent pieces. They arranged everything beautifully and totally gave my house the WOW factor! I know I got back every $ I spent ... plus some! I know that her work played a big part in my home sale being as successful as it was. She knew just what the buyers would like to see.

Nikolene has staged numerous properties for my real estate clients over the years. She has a keen artists eye, and can work with any type of decor. Her designs are always warm, inviting and very beautiful. I've used her services when selling my own homes too! I have complete confidence in her. My clients love her- she's always respectful of their homes and is a pleasure to work with.

We have worked with Nikolene for many years getting houses ready for sale. She is a one stop shop professional for design and staging. She has a team of people who do quality work and she owns the project. 100% confidence in her results!

Nikolene is a FULL SERVICE stager/designer, and I recommend her highly. Every home she has staged for me have sold and many with multiple offers. I have used her services for many years going back to 2002, and I am always pleased with her work. She is organized, on time, a pleasure to work with and has a great artistic eye!

We hired Nikolene on recommendation from our agent. She was professional, had fantastic ideas, and walked us through entire project; never missing a deadline. If it wasn't for her we don't know what we would have done. She worked with our painters on colors for interior and exterior of house, recommended vendors for carpeting, hauling and moving; and staged the house with her impeccable taste. Most of the credit for getting the price we wanted on the house was due to her. Thanks Nikolene!

Nikolene Isely, Staging by Design creates an atmosphere to bring style and function to life with her unique touch. Working with Nikolene is always a pleasure. She is knowledgeable, reliable and has a natural ability to bring out the beauty in any room. I always look forward to the next opportunity to work with her.

Nikolene has such a profound command of color and space. She has a wonderful attitude and her experience and expertise is very reassuring. I would recommend Staging by Design for any staging or interior design projects.

We wanted a color palate that was varied for each room but was harmonious with the each other. Nikolene did a marvelous job of helping choose colors for each room. The whole house looks marvelous. Nikolene also helped with design style and color of choices during a major remodel of our home. Her staging came into play with placing all our pictures and art work in an artful way about the house. Absolutely delightful to work with and a real talent for artistic flare and tasteful eye.

Nikolene Isely is a gifted designer. She has done both a staging and a remodel for me. Both were done with the utmost professionalism. Nikolene is both talented and dependable. She met every deadline and was available if I had questions. She has the ability to listen to her clients needs and find just the right solution. I would not hesitate to hire Nikolene for any of your interior design or staging needs.

Nikolene has great knowledge of design and works well with clients. She is cooperative, has interesting ideas and chooses colors well.

Nikolene's work is amazing. She is able to completely transform a home. The results are unbelievable, and she's very good at coming up with inexpensive fixes that can make a tremendous difference. In addition, she is extremely professional, organized and reliable and wonderful to work with. I highly recommend Nikolene and have worked with her for business (she has staged many of my listings) and personally (she has helped me stage and update my own home). I have always been happy with the results! Michelle Holcenberg Realtor, Coldwell Banker, Orinda

Nikolene is my "go to" stager. She has a wonderful eye, is delightful to work with and my clients lover her, too! We have worked on many projects over the past several years and Nikolene can work with any budget. Most projects were between $1000-$2000, but she has improved homes with budgets less than $1000, too.