About Us

I'm Interior Designer Susan Rains, and I take home design off your plate so you can spend more time with your family and doing what you love.

I know that pulling your home together can feel like a second job, you don’t have the time. Even if you like to DIY, shopping for the right things can be overwhelming and time-consuming. There are so many details to consider, and making the wrong choices can be costly.

What you already own often becomes my design muse. I'm creative but not commanding, I won’t sweep into your home, imposing a single vision. I’m about helping you uncover your style and guiding you through the process of home design to completion. Nothing makes me happier than when I've ensured my client gets to live in a home that is perfectly tailored to their personal style, needs, wants and supportive of their healthy lifestyle.

How We Got Started

My love of design started in my childhood. My mother collected antiques and took me to flea markets, yard sales, and auctions, honing my eye for exceptional craftsmanship. She also loved to draw and paint. (in watercolor). I followed in her footsteps, leading to my first degree in Studio Art and a minor in Art History.

Before becoming an Interior Designer, I worked in creative fields that honed the customer service and project management skills I still use today.

Products & Services
Working with us is easy. 1. Discover Your Vision- We uncover your specific wants and needs for your home interiors. 2. Develop the Desi...
Full-Service Interior Design Experience by Susan Rains Design
We’ll arrange all the details from start to finish. You won't have to lift a finger. ✔ We handle the implementation of your project. ✔W...
Designer Room Makeover by Susan Rains Design
We create a makeover plan, and you complete the room. This allows you to complete the project on your own schedule and budget. Perfect for refr...
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Susan from Susan Rains Design Answered this on June 25, 2021
I offer Saturday mornings to my clients that need to meet on the weekend.  (more) I offer Saturday mornings to my clients that need to meet on the weekend. 

Susan from Susan Rains Design Answered this on October 21, 2019
If it were located on a busy street. Location is super important for a number of reasons.  No sidewalks, I have a small child High crime rate Academically lacking school district  Oil or electric heat No yard or too large of a yard If it lacked character  Very small or lack of... (more) If it were located on a busy street. Location is super important for a number of reasons.  No sidewalks, I have a small child High crime rate Academically lacking school district  Oil or electric heat No yard or too large of a yard If it lacked character  Very small or lack of windows  ...I could go on, I’m picky I suppose.
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Susan from Susan Rains Design Answered this on October 21, 2019
Take a deep breath and not react to the rudeness. If I can manage to kill them with kindness that can work wonders to change their attitude.  (more) Take a deep breath and not react to the rudeness. If I can manage to kill them with kindness that can work wonders to change their attitude. 
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Susan from Susan Rains Design Answered this on October 21, 2019
I get up earlier than the rest of my family so I can meditate in the morning. My favorite sanctuary is being outdoors. On a daily basis it might be as simple as a walk in my neighborhood or sitting in my backyard.  (more) I get up earlier than the rest of my family so I can meditate in the morning. My favorite sanctuary is being outdoors. On a daily basis it might be as simple as a walk in my neighborhood or sitting in my backyard. 

Susan from Susan Rains Design Answered this on September 30, 2019
Take care of yourself. Exercise, eat well and get plenty of sleep.  (more) Take care of yourself. Exercise, eat well and get plenty of sleep. 

Susan from Susan Rains Design Answered this on September 30, 2019
I worked retail for 15 years and found before work was the best time for me to workout. I did it at home to save time and lessen my excuses.  (more) I worked retail for 15 years and found before work was the best time for me to workout. I did it at home to save time and lessen my excuses. 

Susan from Susan Rains Design Answered this on February 05, 2019
We have a conversation before I begin sourcing. If they want to purchase themselves I will only source retail and give them a shopping list. The other choice is full-service design and in that case, I will be doing the purchasing. I'm transparent about my sources either way. I just make it clear... (more) We have a conversation before I begin sourcing. If they want to purchase themselves I will only source retail and give them a shopping list. The other choice is full-service design and in that case, I will be doing the purchasing. I'm transparent about my sources either way. I just make it clear the benefits and drawbacks of either choice. For example, if you choose full service you are opening the door to much greater variety and customization along with a designer discount I share with my client...among other benefits, not available to a client who wants to purchase themselves.

Susan from Susan Rains Design Answered this on January 14, 2019
I think it depends on who you really want to work with. If it's 55+ then yes, I think it's important.  (more) I think it depends on who you really want to work with. If it's 55+ then yes, I think it's important. 
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Susan from Susan Rains Design Answered this on November 12, 2018
Maybe. It is a busy time for a lot of designers but I think you could go ahead. Follow up after the holidays if you don't hear back.  (more) Maybe. It is a busy time for a lot of designers but I think you could go ahead. Follow up after the holidays if you don't hear back. 

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