Reviews of Candace Plotz Design (Interior Designer)

Maria Daher

We were lucky enough to come across Candace to help us with the design of various rooms in our new home. We had already a design in mind and underway with our contractors for the full reno of our kitchen. Candace was not afraid to step in and ensure that we were doing the right thing, both esthetically and functionally. She made awesome recommendations that changed the route we were going to take, and the impact in the results was fantastic. She listens and provides very useful advice. She has great taste and is very detail-oriented. Candace is very good at communicating and her feedback is always timely. I can't wait to start the next phase of our renovations and work with Candace again. Highly recommend her!

Kristy Chapman

We hired Candace for a Design Consultation for our small cottage and she exceeded our expectations. Her décor ideas and layout suggestions were brilliant, taking into consideration elements that we hadn't even considered. She stayed true to our vision, our budget and our style which was very refreshing. On top of all that - she's super friendly and easy to talk to and generally just a joy to work with. We highly recommend contacting Candace for any of your interior design needs. You won't be disappointed.

Lana Dingwall

Candace designed and styled the most incredible new kitchen for my historical home. She helped us keep the character and charm and was able to design around all the inconveniences of an older home. It turned out more beautiful and functional than any of us imaged was possible for the space AND was all within our budget. She was a pleasure to work with and I will absolutely work with her again in the future.

Mikaela Zavacky

Candace was incredibly helpful, resourceful and professional. She spent every minute productively, asking questions and offering so many suggestions on design changes for our new home. We look forward to working with her again to bring the changes to life! We would absolutely recommend Candace's interior design services without hesitation.

Jane Hilliard

I enlisted Candace for ideas on how transform a spare bedroom/catch-all room into a "woman cave". She was good at listening and finding out what the future use of the room would be. Based on the use of the room and some of the ideas that I had collected, she came up with a plan and shopping list to create my new space. And it was within budget! Hiring Candace saved me time and money and her plan made good use of the existing space. My new space is calm and clean-looking. I love it! Thanks Candace!

Sarah JOL

Candace is absolutely fabulous to work with. She has excellent taste, and right from the start was able to assess what I was looking for, and brought me options that were exactly what I would have been looking for had I her talent! Candace has worked on a number of rooms in my home, and I cannot say enough good things about her. Everything that she chose for us is perfect, and I am so thrilled to have had the opportunity to work with Candace.

Cameron Scott

Candace has completed a number of projects for us over the last 5 years, and each design has exceeded our expectations. We continue to receive compliments from friends and guests on the decor and design of our home - from colours, accent pieces, furniture, layout, etc. I would highly recommend Candace to anyone who is looking to transform their space, or needs a great eye to reimagine their space. Candace is easy to work with, flexible, works with clients' own tastes and vision, and provides a very professional service. She is very responsive, accessible, and pulls ideas together quickly in order to move forward on design projects. Candace also has great connections to other trades and for sourcing items. We will certainly use Candace for future projects.

sarahrodgers11 Trust and Love

I have used Candace to help make my home cozy and beautiful. I love her! She is kind, professional and extremely friendly. You will love her too:)

Angela Varrin

Candace came up with some fantastic ideas for decorating our new home. She was also able to tract down amazing tradespeople to do some tasks that others would have deemed impossible! Keep up the great work.

Beth Afelskie

We were very fortunate to work with Candace. We had a rough vision of what we wanted and she knew exactly how to pull it together. She truly captured the style we were looking for.

Ken Lovely

Candace provided comprehensive design services during major renovations to our home. Her ability to make superior design choices is unparalleled and her recommendations on colours and materials were excellent. Hiring Candace to guide us during the physical renovations was a choice we have never regretted. She helped us to see the possibilities instead of simply playing it safe. She worked with us when renovations were complete to choose a wide range of accessories to dress up both the interior and exterior. Great attention to detail and a willingness to go the extra mile were much appreciated.

Paula Gulick

When I started building my dream home, I had to make a lot of decisions by myself. It was going fine until I had to make my electrical floor plan and then I knew, I needed professional help. That is when I found Candace and I am so happy I did. Candace listened to my concerns and worked with me every step of the way. She was always respectful of my budget while supporting my design choices. Her attention to detail was exceptional and she walked me through every decision to make sure it was the best one for me. Now, Candace and I are working on furnishings and the finishing for my home and it’s exciting to see my vision for this home come together. My only regret is that I didn’t have Candace from the very beginning!!

Caroline Besnard

My new house has some abnormally shaped rooms and I needed design input on furniture placement and overall design ideas to maximize functionality while also looking good. Candace provided great ideas and insights in the two-hour consultation I had with her. I now feel better equipped to purchase the right furniture and decor for every room. Her service was worth every penny.

Capital Florist (Carla)

I hired Candace to help me design an in-home studio. I was overwhelmed and unsure about how to make the space work more efficiently for my business. She took the time to come and see the space, measure everything, and ask relevant questions about my my business to help me figure our the best way to renovate it. A few days later took the time to walk me through two (2) floor plans/furniture options which both made so much more sense compared to what I had set up already. I was blown away to see how someone else could see all the possibilities when I couldn't. I am so happy I reached out to Candace for help! Highly recommend!

Sherry Picotte

I found Candace after trying another designer. Candace has been amazing. She listened to both my husband and I and came up with design options that meet both our needs. Candace worked with us on a sectional sofa that is perfect for our space. Her suggestions for colours and design were very helpful. Candace keeps her costs reasonable. It has been a pleasure working with her and I hill recommend her services. Sherry

William MacPhee

Candace was a great person to work with during our recent home makeover . She has a focused approach to design challenges and provided us with a refreshing result we are very happy with .......highly recommended! Dr. Bill and Brenda MacPhee

Carrie Rayner

Candace's knowledge of design and insight into functionality were evident when she presented us with the new layout for our kitchen renovation. What seemed like an impossible task to us, she tackled with ease, giving us a plan that would not only use the space the best way possible but to do it in beautiful way. It was definitely worth the investment to hire a great designer.

Wendy Norton

Candace came to my home for a design consultation. Our house is in need of an update, and Candace helped me confirm my choice of flooring and helped me choose paint colours. She took great care to look at the paint samples with me in various lights in each room to ensure that they were exactly what I was looking for. We discussed closet storage and furniture options. After the consultation, Candace sent me a helpful followup email with suggestions and links for furniture and lighting. Candace is personable, professional and has tremendous eye for detail. I highly recommend her.

Susan Painter

Candace did a wonderful job redecorating my bedroom. She was very considerate of my budget and it was completed within a month. She was extremely knowledgeable about interior decorating and I loved her ideas and recommendations. It was a pleasure working with her. Thanks Candace!

Rebecca Salter

Candace was exactly the type of designer I hoped to work with when planning the interior of our new house. She had great ideas for furniture layout, and listened attentively to our likes and dislikes in order to provide suggestions for our colour scheme. Her design recommendations for our kitchen were not something we would have picked on our own, but now we can’t imagine having picked anything else! We’re still finishing up putting all her ideas into place, and we can’t wait to see and live in the final product!

Jennifer Black

Candace has been terrific to work with. Before we met her we had no vision for the main level of our home but she got to know us and listened to our thoughts, wishes, and concerns, and put together multiple floor plans for us and found all the pieces we were looking for (not that we knew what those were until she showed us). She respected our budget and found ways to save money. And, just as important as her professionalism, she is really a lovely person that we have enjoyed spending time with as we moved forward in this project. If/when we have more design projects we absolutely hope to consult with her again. We would highly recommend Candace Plotz Design.

Meeta Singh

Candace was a pleasure to work with. she understood what we were looking for. It was a small project but Candace was great, spent the time, great suggestions and kept with our budget. Thanks!

Elena White

We hired Candace to help us with our new build and we are so happy that we did! Firstly, she is incredibly accommodating, we were short on notice for our design centre meeting but she was able to accommodate us even with her busy schedule. Candace was extremely helpful, efficient and knowledgeable during our design centre appointment. She pays attention to detail and was quickly able to understand the things we like and were looking for. With that being said, she took this information and visualized our home for us. We love and appreciate how hands on she was and detailed with her suggestions for us ie: checking how certain colours and shades look in natural light. Candace was also great to advocate for us with certain things that the builder didn’t want to accommodate on at first. We would highly recommend Candace and are so looking forward to working with her in furnishing our home as well!!

Tracy Reid

We had Candace help us with a very small powder room make over. I wanted “bold wall paper” but did not want the hassle of leafing through books upon books, nor did I know anybody who could actually hang wall paper. Candace did the leg work, helped me find fixtures as well as hooked me up with a superior wall paper hanger. Great experience, easy and loved the finish product!

Ashley Schauer

We hired Candace for a Design Centre Consultation. We recently purchased a new build home and were required to pick out certain interior finishes. We had been to the builder's design centre on our own a few times before hiring and meeting with Candace. We were overwhelmed with the selection of finishes that we had to choose from. In particular, I was afraid of choosing the wrong product, picking finishes that did not work with each other, or deciding that I did not like the chosen product(s) after install. Candace accommodated our schedule and met with us on short notice at the design centre on the weekend. She graciously drove to Ottawa to meet with us. She gave us confidence and reassurance during the time that we worked with her. She also helped us to relax and enjoy the process of picking out our interior finishes for our new home. Prior to meeting with Candace, we were finding that attempting to pick our interior finishes was extremely stressful and not enjoyable. Furthermore, Candace was conscientious of our financial budget and taste. She did not pressure us to choose a product that we did not love. She provided her professional opinion and advocated for us when communicating with the home builder. Because of Candace, we are excited to see the finished product that we will get to call home!

Wendy MacFarlane

I recently had the absolute pleasure to have a design consultation with Candace. Immediately impressed from the beginning by her genuine warmth and down to earth personality , I knew I had made the right choice in seeking her help. I had never hired a designer before and since I just wanted some tips on making my home more calming and cohesive in colour choices, I had questioned my decision and need for such services. I am sooooo happy that I made that call! Our meeting was so comfortable I felt like I had known Candace my whole life. I found her style suggestions and design knowledge extremely helpful and exactly what I was hoping for and so much more. I would highly recommend Candace for any consultation, whether big or small. Having her help with design choices during a build or renovation will always be a wise investment I believe and I wish I had met her years ago. My own experience converting my cottage to a full time home is a testament to the importance of getting a designer involved in the beginning to make wise choices and selections the first time so as to prevent correcting expensive errors and fix ups after it’s too late. I definitely now understand that having her professional eye saves money in the long run and helps bring visions to life. Thank you Candace!

Rob Black

Wonderful store with lovely people! Definitely worth a visit! :)

Gwen Dombroski

Candace made herself available on extremely short notice to help with preliminary designs for a renovation. She provided great advice from flooring, to paint, to furniture, and storage suggestions. Her enthusiasm and eye for colour was amazing. She put my mind at ease on every aspect of the renovation, I can’t wait to see the finished product.

Janice Sawbridge

Candace was wonderful to work with. She provided us with options for paint colours, a backsplash and flooring that work with our lifestyle and preferences. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her and I look forward to working with her again.

Christine Guyot

Candace has been very helpful as I set up my new house, bringing together my vision for my new home. She's brilliant at what she does and a pleasure to work with!