Elkayam Design

I'm a sales consultant for Fergusons, it's really hard not to play favorites when you find a designer who's projects are so well run and thought out. I work with many designers and find very few who venture into cutting edge ideas and design. So many just copy what they have seen in magazines. Shannon goes the extra mile to make your project exciting and personal. If I were going to hire a designer she would be on the top of my list.

Our home is incredible!! I still can't believe this is our home! Forever grateful for your troubleshooting, artistic talent and amazing professionalism! We would not have survived without You!!

I have been working with Shannon at Elkayam Design to upgrade my home and couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome. Her sense of intuitive detail in knowing what I wanted and did an excellent job at working closely with each contractor to ensure these details weren’t overlooked. I would highly encourage anyone to hire an interior designer for their project, it made the project so much easier to get through and done correctly.

Shannon has the detail in all her work , just review her drawings with all dimensions ,elevations and detailed notes you cant go wrong. I wish all designers spent the time on clear detailed drawing .Always approachable and open to hear your ideas . I would highly recommend working with Shannon .

From the initial appointment to project completion Shannon was flawless in her delivery of service. We made the mistake of starting the project without a vision and designer and ran into many problems getting things going. Once Shannon was on board she worked her magic creating a beautifully designed and artistic remodel. She had to trouble shoot quite a bit because of the mistakes we made hiring the wrong crew. Any problem that came up she was able to fix and actually make improvements. If you are going to do a remodel I would recommend no one else! Hire her from the start to avoid all the headaches. We LOVE our home, the color palette, custom kitchen, furniture, art and many special details all blend together with perfection. I seriously walk around my house not believing it's mine! It looks like a set in a magazine. We sincerely appreciate Shannon and really enjoyed working with her. She is a one of a kind true professional. You will not be disappointed!

After working with Shannon on two major remodels, I can confidently say she has a proven ability to provide unique designs and material choices for our lifestyle. In addition, she is very well organized throughout the project; communicating regularly, aware of budget constraints, proactively identifying potential “got yas” and choosing reliable contractors that provide quality craftsmanship.

“You don’t know what you don’t know…” When it comes to a full-scale remodel or a significant “refresh” of a particular space, it is really hard to know all of your options, or what could become of a space, unless you enlist the help of a true professional who has a vision. We have used Elkayam Design for a couple of projects and the end result has been superior each time. While we “thought” we knew what we wanted, our limited experience only allowed us to scratch the surface. With Shannon’s expertise, she was able to take our initial ideas and nurture them into a plan and ultimately a finished product that exceeded our expectations. She took the time to get to know us and how we live as a family, so she could craft a space that worked with our everyday lives. In the end, we are exceptionally pleased with our home. Our experiences with Shannon have been wonderful and our relationship continues years later.

We started working with Shannon when we purchased our home in 2017. Prior to meeting Shannon we had worked with several designers, however, they did not fully grasp our style. Shannon immediately recognized what we wanted to achieve. Over the last four years Shannon has designed many rooms within our home as well as created and designed a significant amount of furniture, drapes and accessories. One of the most beneficial aspects of working with Shannon is that she meticulously handles the entire project from inception to completion. Every detail is accounted for thus working with Shannon is stress-free. We were so thrilled with the outcome of our home design, we then retained Shannon to design our new office space. Shannon took a mundane 5000 square-foot office suite and turned it into a vibrant, stylish, and esthetically pleasing workable space. Shannon created a very calming environment wherein our employees are more comfortable and hence more productive. We absolutely love everything Shannon has designed which has made it extremely difficult to make any creative decisions without her! We have 100% confidence in Shannon‘s ability to understand everything we need which has improved the quality of our lives. We highly recommend Shannon whether it be an indoor or outdoor project, large or small, home or office. Siobhan and Tom DeBenedetto

You won't find a more organized, conscientious, and skilled designer anywhere in the San Diego area. Shannon has done several projects in our condo and each has come out more beautiful than we had envisioned. When we were first introduced to Shannon, she took time to get to know us and develop a sense of our personality so that the end result reflects our personality and not hers. Her attention to detail is remarkable. If you use Elkayam Design, you'll appreciate that Shannon insists that she, and not the client, handles any problems that invariably arise during any construction project. She deals with the contractor, installers, suppliers, etc and makes sure that any issues are completely and satisfactorily resolved, consistent with the client's expectations. Below is a picture of our most recent project--a complete redesign of our living room fireplace wall. Thank you, Shannon! The new fireplace, woodwork, shelving and lighting make all the difference in this room. We absolutely love the result of all your hard work.

Do yourself a favor, hire Shannon. If you're reading this it's because you need her services and there isn't anyone else I would trust (and I've worked with other 'designers'). Shannon is exceptional at her craft, a trained professional, and thoroughly customer focused. I have done 3 separate projects with Shannon, including a bathroom, bedroom, and living/dining room. She also did some materials selection consulting for an insurance repair and upgrade. The bathroom was completed 6 years ago and feels as sophisticated and impressive as the day it completed. She took the concept, an exceptional eco-friendly shower experience, and iterated designs from inspiration through construction management and finish details against my budget. This is still a centerpiece of my condo and will significantly increase my property value if I ever decide to sell. The living room was completed 4 years ago and incorporated several materials and design elements that are unexpected but create ambiance, warmth, and compliments. She wasn't afraid of my colorful inclinations and even worked to frame a previously acquired piece of art to stand out in the space. The first bedroom was for a child and a rescue from another designer. I went with that designer at the time as I was under a time crunch and Shannon wasn't available. Don't make that mistake. Wait for Shannon. She was able to work with a lot of the previously acquired materials, make the room youthful yet cohesive with the contemporary vibe in the rest of the spaces. The master bedroom was for us and managed the negotiation on style, color, and design expertly between my fiance and myself. She was worth her fees 10x over just to work through that part of the process. Finally, Shannon is incredibly transparent and honest. I never felt like I was being cheated or billed for work that wasn't requested or warranted. When anyone I know starts talking about remodeling, I always tell them to turn off HGTV and call Shannon. They'll be happier and it will probably cost less when it's over.

I have had the pleasure of working with Shannon On large scale projects and what I can say is that she has come up with Beautiful designs and very detailed drawings. She is very communicative and also comes up with great Ideas to fit the life style of the client. I would highly recommend her to anyone.

Over the past 25 years we have remodeled many homes and Elkayam Design is one of the most thorough designers we have ever worked with. Shannon Elkayam was recommended from a highly respected realtor who worked with her and only had positive comments regarding Elkayam Design. Shannon and her team handled the design, procurement of materials and worked closely with the contractors to ensure the design was executed as intended. Throughout the process, Shannon's creativity, experience, dedication and people skills were invaluable in getting what we think was an outstanding result. We highly recommend Elkayam Design for any interior design project.