Folks--
Thought this may sound like something right off of the cable channels (think:HGTV), but wanted to pass
on the experience we had with Linda Gemal, a color consultant/interior decorator/organizer extraordinaire.
We've
all heard that being a good lawyer is not necessarily a matter of knowing all the answers, but rather knowing where to find
the answers. Getting outside-the-box ("box" being our home), professional insight helped us imagine our small
bungalow in new ways--a bit like getting a not-so-extreme home makeover.
Anyway, Linda visited our home this past week and
gave a cogency to our wall colors, furnishings, and storage needs. She's friendly, knowledgeable, and engaged without
being bossy, if you know what I mean. She spent two hours with us and emailed a written report of our discussion--a
checklist for future work--the following day. We felt it was money very well spent and highly recommend Linda should
you want to "freshen up" the look of your space.
Best to all,
Gregory MacCrone
Portland
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Dear Linda,
I cannot thank you enough for the four hours you spent with my on my home. I am excited to put the finishing
touches on the master bedroom and bath. For me the best part of the time was spent on the office that I hated spending
time in.
I have realized that the amount of furniture in that office was
a huge factor as to why. I am enjoying my view out the window too! It is amazing how attached you get to things
but that attachment is removed when someone else is doing the removing. I really appreciate you getting in there and
getting the job done.
All the ideas you gave me are things that cost me very little and some
were free. Your re-arranging services in the end will have saved me time and money while bringing me much joy to my
days. Thanks again and I look forward to picking out the wallpaper!
Sincerely,
Danette Scales, Portland
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Our utility room was a mess. Linda helped coach me on low cost options to change the room
to make it more functional. Now, it holds our shoes no problem, great place for the kids school gear, and it's no longer
a clutter zone. She also coached me on how to finish off our bedroom. We had new furniture, curtains, and the bedspread was
completely the wrong color. She helped pinpoint places and styles to look for. We shopped together online, and found a great
set on clearance. Ultimately, having Linda be our interior design coach saved us both time and money. She knew immediately
what would work in our room, and where to find the pieces to make it work. No running around town, trying to figure it out.
I plan to use her services again in the future.
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Chari Smith, Portland
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Linda was so easy to work with, and provided simple/economical ways to decorate. I especially,
appreciated how she used accessories, and furniture I already owned and suggested new ways to use them.
Patty Cole, Lake Oswego
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I was contemplating painting my condo
with a sense of real panic since I have no sense of style and am virtually color blind. I am so grateful I found Linda to
guide me through the process. She started by helping me identify what colors I didn't like or didn't want, and then
skillfully let me discover what I really did want. The whole experience was pleasant, and I love the end result. I couldn't
recommend Linda more highly!
Keith Jones, Tualatin
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