Stop Second Guessing 

Your Renovation Decisions  

You have the vision and the drive.  You just need an expert eye to validate your choices before you swipe your card and make the purchase.

Is this you?

• Acting as your own general contractor or project manager.
• Scared of making a costly mistake.
• Don't need a full-service designer to take over; you just need a "Design Safety Check" or "Design Buddy" to ensure your tile, paint, and layout all work together.
• Preparing your house for sale but not sure what to prioritize spending your money on.

You don't need someone to do it for you.  You need someone to do it with you.

Great Room Renovation

We took out interior walls!  Although she was half way across the country, I helped her through key decision points as she managed the renovation and the purchasing of new furniture and fixtures.  We moved from "overwhelmed" to "outstanding". She was a delight to work with. 

Arts and Crafts Kitchen(in process)

A kitchen remodel involves hundreds of micro-decisions. Through clarity coaching, we ensured every finish and fixture worked in harmony with her historical home. I have the best clients!

“Sandra is amazing.  I love working with her.”

Patty W

Decatur IL

“Sandra has been a wonderful project coach for our kitchen renovation - professional, listens well to client needs/desires and most of all lends her expertise with challenging decisions - providing us with a sense of peace on all aspects of the project.  We highly recommend Sandra to walk alongside you on your next home project!”

Karen E.

St. Paul MN

Meet Sandra   

Interior Designer | Real Estate Preparation Coach | Creator of "The Design Code"

Sandra believes the best homes are the ones that work as well as they look. As a mother of seven children, she understands that a home must adapt and evolve as a family grows.

She brings a unique 'systems, style, and value' approach to every project, drawing on her dual background as a Professional Organizer and Real Estate Preparation Coach. This means she helps you navigate renovation decisions that not only solve today’s design problems but also maximize your home's long-term market value.

Whether consulting on a new build or a kitchen remodel, Sandra gives homeowners the confidence to make choices that are beautiful, functional, and a smart investment.

“Thanks to Sandra's careful listening and the joy she brings to her work, I fell in love with my bathroom remodeling project.  She found the perfect mix of bold color and natural elements to bring a small space into harmony.”

Susanna F

St. Louis Park, MN

“Wow!  Sandra has the rare ability to see a diamond in the rough, and can make any room come together and sparkle with amazing speed and acuity.  She was able to diagnose a problem in my home, sight unseen, and come up with an inexpensive solution I could easily do myself - all over the phone!  I highly recommend Sandra and look forward to working with her again.

Joan M

St. Paul MN

How it Works

Book & Submit: Once you book, you'll receive a short pre-call questionnaire. You'll submit photos, links, or floor plans related to your single challenge.

The Focused 60 Minutes: We meet virtually to discuss your challenge. I provide expert analysis, answers your specific questions, and draft a verbal action plan.

Action Plan Follow-Up: Within 24 hours, you receive a brief email summary of your key decisions and the suggested action steps. This helps summarize all the things we talked about together.

Ready to move your project forward?  

Don't let indecision stall your renovation.  Get the professional validation you need to order materials with confidence. But first, let's make sure my coaching style aligns with your project needs.

Let's get to know each other and review your project scope to see exactly how I an help.