Business Details
18 Years
experience
Affordable Interior Redesign Services in Boston
Founded in 2008, Tess Leeds Redesign provides accessible interior redesign solutions for homeowners seeking functional, beautiful spaces without the high cost of traditional interior design. Our founder, Tess Leeds, brings over 15 years of specialized training through certifications from Lauri Ward's Use-What-You-Have Redesign Program and Maria Killam's True Colour Expert training. As a Gold Member of the Interior Redecorator's Network, we combine professional expertise with a personalized approach that respects clients' budgets, lifestyles, and existing possessions.Our methodology focuses on collaborative, one-day design sessions that empower clients to implement changes at their own pace. Serving Boston and surrounding communities, we specialize in transforming spaces through strategic color consultation, fabric selection, and accessory shopping while maintaining an approachable, non-snobbish attitude toward home design.
Services
Residential Redesign
Color Consultation
Fabric/Accessory Shopping
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We specialize in affordable, one-day redesign solutions for real homes
- Our designer holds certifications from industry-leading redesign programs
- Proven methodology empowers clients to implement changes at their own pace
- Deep understanding of Boston-area homes and client lifestyles
- Gold Member status with the Interior Redecorator's Network
Associations and certifications
- Interior Redecorator's Network
- Maria Killam Colour and Design
What people say
Affordable design
Amazing interior designer
Listens to client needs
Transformative results
Budget-friendly solutions
Services
Residential Redesign
Transform existing spaces through strategic furniture rearrangement and decor updates. Our one-day sessions create detailed design plans that maximize functionality while respecting your budget. Clients receive step-by-step guidance for implementing changes gradually, making professional design accessible to homeowners at any financial level.
Color Consultation
Professional color guidance that transforms your home's atmosphere. We analyze your space and preferences to recommend cohesive color palettes that enhance natural light and complement existing elements. Our expertise includes wall colors, trim finishes, and coordinating textiles for a harmonious living environment.
Fabric/Accessory Shopping
Guided shopping assistance for textiles and decor items. We help clients select fabrics, rugs, and accessories that align with their design plan while avoiding costly mistakes. Our expertise ensures cohesive styling that reflects personal taste while maintaining functional durability for real homes.
People
Tess Leeds
Interior Redesign Specialist
Certified interior redesign expert with 15+ years experience. Graduate of Boston Architectural College's Residential Interiors program. Holds specialized certifications in color theory and use-what-you-have redesign methodology. Serves Boston-area homeowners with practical, budget-friendly design solutions.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Boston and surrounding communities including Newton, Brookline, Arlington, Needham, and Jamaica Plain.
How is redesign different from traditional interior design?
Our one-day redesign sessions focus on maximizing existing assets and implementing changes gradually, making it more affordable and practical than full-scale redesigns.
Do you work with clients on tight budgets?
Yes, we specialize in budget-conscious redesigns that prioritize cost-effective solutions while achieving beautiful, functional spaces.
What certifications does Tess hold?
Tess is certified through Lauri Ward's Use-What-You-Have Redesign Program and Maria Killam's True Colour Expert training.
How long does the redesign process take?
The core design session takes one day, with optional follow-up meetings to refine details at your own pace.
Reviews (4)
Alicemarie Hand
Sep 09, 2019
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I am so happy with all the ideas and support Tess provided. In a few short hours she helped me pick a paint color for the wall, size and color for chairs, end tables, lamps etc. She came with canvas templates of furniture she could lay on the floor to give us an idea of how big items would be and if they would fit. She provided an idea board via email with links to all the products we chose on line so I could easily access them. She was super responsive to my multiple emails and pictures as I picked out items from HomeSense and HomeGoods, and gave me candid advice. Would highly recommend Tess!
Deborah Coffey
Dec 25, 2018
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Working with Tess was absolutely the right thing to do for me and my husband. We had been living with our oversized living room for 6 years without being able to figure out how to set it up. We had spent hours at stores and looking around the internet, but no one else seemed to have a room like ours that we could model, and we didn't want to put ourselves at the mercy of a salesperson at any one store. This is how Tess helped us:
--she listened to me and my husband and helped reconcile our very different tastes (muted versus LOUD).
--she knew what size rug/sofa/lamps etc were appropriate for
--she listened to me and my husband and helped reconcile our very different tastes (muted versus LOUD).
--she knew what size rug/sofa/lamps etc were appropriate for
Eleanor Jenkins
Dec 09, 2018
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I was renovating an old farm house and Tess came for a color consult to help me decide of paint colors for the entire cottage. I didn't know where to start. She taught me more about looking at color in that time than I could have believed. A huge weight was lifted off of me. I was delighted. It was worth twice the price!
Alex L.
Nov 15, 2018
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Tess has helped us with several room redesigns and we can't speak highly enough of her. She has a great eye for color and space, and we have been really happy with the results. As a busy working mom, it was well worth the money (which was quite reasonable) to have someone help me pick colors, find fabrics, ID good furniture choices, etc. And she's been really responsive and generous with her time in answering follow-up questions. I don't feel like I'm just a job to her -- she's almost as vested as I am in the ultimate outcome.
