Testimonials

"I have known Catherine for over ten years. In addition to helping with some major changes needed to a duplex that we later sold, Catherine helped us solve some design issues on our personal home. As a Realtor, Catherine helped stage my clients’ homes to be listed. Since she used my client’s existing furniture, the service was free to me. She worked wonderfully with my clients. Transferring some furniture to storage, and bringing some out of storage, her professional touches gave the homes an uncluttered and polished look. The clients were very happy and really liked her suggestions. I believe her staging was crucial to marketing the homes and instrumental in selling the homes faster than they would have done so otherwise. I recommend Catherine highly."
--Lori Hoffman, Santa Barbara, California

"I have known Catherine for over 20 years. I have sought out Catherine;s suggestions in various areas that not only included the inside of my house but also the outside. Catherine assisted me with my bathroom remodel, floor plan remodel and made excellent recommendations recommendations for my backyard renovation. She also came up with a solution for a major waterfall problem. She is detail orientated and very creative. Catherine to be capable, consistent and conscientious and her designs reflect that."
--Dee Faia Parkins, Montecito, California

"My husband and I wanted to do some house remodeling in sages. We contacted Catherine Dishion of Spaces by Design. Our biggest quandary was that we wanted to remove carpet in our living room and install wood floors. However, we already had wood floors throughout the house that could not be duplicated. Catherine came up with the perfect solution. We have completed the living room remodeling and are very pleased. We are excited to move on to the other remodeling projects that Catherine recommended for the remainder of the house. We would be happy to recommend Catherine."
--Star Simons, Gresham, Oregon

About Spaces by Design

Catherine Dishion is a Space Planner/Archetectural Designer who has been handling new construction and remodeling projects from design stage to completion since 1998. She has completed projects in Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Valley as well as Portland, Oregon and surrounding areas. Prior to starting her own business, she worked for a California state wide Real Estate Company for ten years and designed all of their offices located from Southern California to Northern California. Many of the remodels were transforming vintage houses into beautiful office spaces complete with restored fireplaces, some of which had been hidden for years by walls. She has relationships with reputable local vendors who can supply quality services and merchandise needed to complete any project. Catherine is a Space Planner and Architectural Designer. She can prepare computerized floor plans including 3D views. She prefers to not do structural plans thus an Architect will be needed for that phase. However, she can coordinate between you and the Architect as well as work with the architect during the construction phase on your behalf so you receive the product you want.

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Spaces by Design Services

Because of her construction expertise and experience, Catherine can help her client select the licensed Contractor and Architect who is right for her clients, assist in the building permit process, and act as a liaison with the Contractor or Architect during the entire construction phase. Catherine’s projects and expertise include residential, income property and commercial offices. She listens to her clients She has personal hands on experience with plumbing, electrical, roofing, insulation, carpentry, tile, constructing hardscapes, painting and staining. She can produce what is desired for the project. She will transform an unworkable floor plan into one that flows. Every detail including colors, fabrics, and lighting will all tie in. If the plan calls for adding a window, she will make sure the window enhances the exterior view of the property as well. She handles projects in Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Barbara area.