Across Ottawa, interiors are telling a quieter story. It is the story of kids’ rooms that still feel stylish, condos that feel warm instead of cold, and living spaces that support aging, wellness, and work-from-home routines without sacrificing beauty.
Behind many of these spaces are local designers and decorators who specialize in the details of daily life, not only in dramatic overhauls. These Ottawa studios focus on how a room feels at 7 am on a school morning, how a main floor flows during a family gathering, or how a bedroom supports rest during illness or recovery. They help you refine existing spaces, plan smart updates, and layer in colour, texture, and furniture that suit real people, not showroom displays.
This feature brings together the designers shaping how Ottawa families, couples, and individuals experience home, one detail at a time.
At Viali Design, your home becomes a reflection of how you live and what you love. Led by award-winning designer Linda Price-Bennett, a Certified Art Consultant and Adaptive Living Designer, Viali creates interiors that embody refined Ottawa living, blending beauty, comfort, and innovation. Whether you’re elevating a residence, reimagining a family space, or modifying your home for comfort during illness or recovery, your story unfolds through thoughtfully curated materials and bespoke furnishings. With a clear, client-focused process, Viali ensures your project feels personal and effortless.
Website: vialidesign.com
Contact: 613-410-6845
Designing with empathy and precision, Saree Parry transforms everyday spaces across the greater Ottawa area into timeless, beautifully balanced homes. Her full-service interior decorating blends comfort and function with a polished aesthetic that feels personal, not prescribed. From thoughtful layouts to custom furnishings and carefully sourced pieces from Canadian and global suppliers, Saree manages every detail so you can simply enjoy the transformation. Guided by collaboration and care, she creates homes that welcome, calm, and elevate the way you live.
Website: saree.decoratingden.com
Contact: 613-704-2002
Marina Pavlova Design helps you create a home that feels elevated, authentic, and effortlessly functional. Based in Ottawa, Marina blends European elegance with modern practicality to design spaces that reflect your lifestyle and story. Whether you’re refreshing one room or planning a full renovation, her collaborative, structured process ensures every detail, from layout to finishing touches, works in harmony. With a focus on local craftsmanship and thoughtful design, her goal is simple: to help you love where you live.
Website: marinapavlovadesign.ca
Contact: 613-518-8140
Founded by Ottawa designer Nevine, Mini Seeds is an award-winning studio built around your family and business. Supported by fellow designers, Nevine focuses on creating beautiful, functional, and joyful residential and commercial spaces for children and young families. Mini Seeds offers flexible solutions tailored to your needs, from comprehensive “Done For You” services to guided “Do It Yourself” options. With thoughtful planning, 3D design, and a warm, professional approach, the team transforms your vision into an effortless interior that reflects your story.
Website: miniseeds.com
Contact: 613-700-0642
If you’re staring at a kitchen, bathroom or basement that’s stuck in limbo and wondering “what now?”, Ottawa designer Vanessa Riddell of SACHI is your saving grace. With a background in fine arts and home staging, she built SACHI to help homeowners solve design dilemmas with creativity and structure. Vanessa believes a well-designed space can transform daily life. Her step-by-step design plans offer clarity, including drawings and materials lists, to help make your home functional, stylish, and personal.
Website: sachi.ca
Contact: 613-866-6604
At Dressing Rooms, certified interior decorator Darlene Hall-Barrett helps you rediscover your home’s potential with thoughtful design and practical guidance. Known for her winning work on Global TV’s Rona Dream Home and over 25 years of experience, Darlene blends elegance with everyday function. Through her Design Strategy Sessions and concept planning, she helps you see possibilities you might have missed. Her calm, structured approach turns design overwhelm into inspired progress and creates spaces that feel personal, polished and unmistakably yours.
Website: dressingrooms.ca
Contact: 613-371-7582
Sylvie B Designs Boutique offers full design and e-design services across Ottawa. Drawing from a lifelong passion for art and décor, and over 20 years of experience, the boutique stays current with the latest trends and styles to bring comfort, beauty, and wellness to every space. Led by Certified Interior Designer, Living in Place, and Residential Transition Specialist Sylvie Bigaouette, the team provides a personalized approach from design to completion to ensure your home reflects your taste, lifestyle, and what you love.
Website: sylviebdesignsboutique.com
Contact: 613-913-4524
For anyone wanting a home that reflects their stage of life, their family, and their taste, these Ottawa-based designers and decorators offer skilled guidance and fresh eyes. Room by room, project by project, they are shaping interiors that feel as good to live in as they look.
Photo: Erich Saide
