Business Details
23 Years
experience
Trusted Interior Design Services in Saskatoon
Fresco Interiors Design Group is a certified interior design firm established in 2003, dedicated to creating personalized, functional spaces that reflect clients' lifestyles. Our team of accredited designers combines formal education, industry expertise, and a passion for art and design to deliver tailored solutions for residential and commercial projects. With a client-centric approach, we prioritize understanding individual needs, offering services from initial consultations to full project management.Our commitment to excellence has earned multiple SRHBA awards, including Kitchen Renovation of the Year and Whole Home Renovation of the Year. We maintain transparency through detailed design plans, budget-friendly strategies, and weekly progress updates, ensuring clients feel confident throughout every project phase. Our portfolio spans modern renovations, new home builds, and commercial spaces, all executed with a focus on timeless elegance and practicality.
Services
Design Consultation
Kitchen Design
Renovations
New Home Builds
Commercial Projects
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in residential and commercial design.
- Our team includes certified designers with formal education in interior design.
- We provide transparent budget planning and detailed project timelines.
- We hold multiple SRHBA Housing Excellence Awards for renovation excellence.
- Our process includes personalized CAD drawings and 3D renderings for clarity.
Associations and certifications
- SRHBA RenoMark
What people say
Award-winning designs
Stress-free renovations
Personalized approach
Timely completion
Budget-friendly solutions
Services
Design Consultation
Our design consultations provide foundational guidance for renovations or new builds. Clients receive personalized style analysis, space planning, and material recommendations. The 2-hour session includes floor plan reviews, lighting suggestions, and preliminary measurements to establish project scope and budget.
Kitchen Design
Specialized kitchen design services focus on functionality and aesthetics. We create custom layouts with cabinetry, countertops, and lighting solutions tailored to client preferences. Our designs incorporate modern trends while ensuring practical storage and workflow optimization for residential spaces.
Renovations
Full-service renovation management covers residential updates from concept to completion. Our process includes design planning, contractor coordination, and project timelines. We handle structural changes, material sourcing, and finishing touches to transform existing spaces while maintaining client vision and budget.
New Home Builds
We specialize in designing custom homes from initial floor plans to final details. Services include material selection, lighting design, and CAD drawings. Our team collaborates with builders to ensure cohesive design elements throughout new constructions, focusing on client lifestyle needs and aesthetic preferences.
Commercial Projects
Commercial design services cater to business spaces requiring functional layouts and professional aesthetics. We provide CAD plans, material specifications, and project management for office renovations or new builds. Our approach balances brand identity with practical workspace requirements for various industries.
People
Charlene Schumacher
Principal Designer
Charlene founded Fresco Interiors in 2003 after studying fashion design and interior design. With over 40 years in creative industries, she specializes in transforming client visions into cohesive spaces. Her expertise spans residential renovations, new builds, and commercial projects.
Paula Balkwill
Designer
Paula joined Fresco Interiors in 2015 with a Bachelor of Interior Design from Toronto. She focuses on residential renovations and has contributed to multiple SRHBA award-winning projects. Her strengths include project management and sustainable design solutions.
Miranda Heidt
Design Consultant
Miranda graduated from Herzing College Montreal with an Interior Design Diploma. She specializes in modern simplicity and timeless elegance, bringing balanced design solutions to residential projects. Her expertise includes material selection and space planning.
Rachel Kutasova
Design Consultant
Rachel holds a Bachelor of Interior Design from Yorkville University. She focuses on transitional styles blending modern and traditional elements. Her approach emphasizes functional spaces that reflect client personalities while maintaining aesthetic harmony.
Questions
What interior design services do you offer in Saskatoon?
We provide residential and commercial design services including consultations, kitchen renovations, full home renovations, new home builds, and commercial project design across Saskatchewan.
How much does a design consultation cost?
Our initial 2-hour design consultation costs $370 + GST, with follow-up services billed at $185/hour for detailed design work and project management.
Do you work on both renovations and new builds?
Yes, we handle complete renovations and new home constructions, offering services from initial design concepts to final project management for residential and commercial properties.
Are your designers certified?
Our team includes certified designers with formal education and SRHBA RenoMark accreditation, ensuring professional standards and industry-recognized expertise in all projects.
How do you handle project timelines?
We create detailed project schedules outlining each phase with specific start/end dates, providing weekly progress reports and photo updates to ensure timely completion.
What makes your firm different from other designers?
We combine formal design education, 20+ years of experience, and SRHBA awards with personalized service, transparent budgeting, and comprehensive project management from concept to completion.