Ernesto Garcia

Ernesto is a smooth talker and doesn't listen to a word you say. He does not listen to what the client actually wants. Besides not listening to anything my wife and I said, after a month all he had to show for his work were some silly doodling on paper. He charged a 5K retainer, and did absolutely NOTHING. After we made suggestions, he would shoot them down and then later bring them up as his own ideas.

He kept telling us that a beam needed to be installed, and later my contractor looked at the columns and said they were fine to remove (just to prove he has no idea what he is talking about). After a month of having NOTHING to even prove he has been working, he now wants to charge us even more money for doing nothing. In a month.no estimates, no work has been done.

All he wants to do is milk as much money out of you as possible. I regret ever hiring him, because he is totally unprofessional and also refuses to give us our house keys back. I will most likely end up taking him to court to recover my money he wasted

Shortly after we moved to Scottsdale, my husband and I were invited to a dinner party at a residence where Ernesto Garcia had designed the interiors. I still remember the feelings I had when I walked in: I was in absolute awe. At first, I had a sense of being in a very different and unique space/home. From the foyer to the living room, everything caught my eager eyes.

Every piece of furniture, every color and texture, every fabric and accessory seemed so artfully chosen that no addition could have improved the whole. Nothing could have prepared me for the beautifully appointed dining room; as we sat down, I whispered to my husband: "I want this; I want this feeling in our home every day." We called Ernesto the next day, and predictably, he wowed us with his charm and talent at our first meeting.

Like a magician, he moved his pen and drew incessantly, showing us his vision for every room in our home. There was no "wait and see"; you could tell that he saw each space transformed in his mind. We trusted and hired him right away. His execution and project management were as fastidious as his designs. Thanks to Ernesto, we finally have the home we always dreamed of having. Now, we see our guests experiencing the same awe when they walk into our home; we are so proud of it. If you want beautiful, engaging interiors of ease and style, Ernesto Garcia is your designer.

For me, trying to find an interior designer felt like going into sensory deprivation. I went through dozens of profiles and websites, and all their portfolios looked monotonously alike and formulistic. In a sea of sameness, finding Ernesto Garcia's website was a joyful occurrence. The first thing I noticed was his stylistic versatility, projects ranging from contemporary to traditional, each one of them unique, identifiable and full of innovative design solutions.

Everything in those rooms spoke of dedicated attention to details and good taste. It was during our initial consultation that I quickly understood why Ernesto's projects are so singular and inimitable: he is profoundly committed to the needs and wants of each client. Only someone who listens carefully can create spaces that so perfectly suit the lifestyle and preferences of those who hire him.

As he listens to you, Ernesto sketches; he translates your requirements into beautiful drawings that give you a perfect idea of the design solutions and looks that are possible for each room in your home. In the past four years, Ernesto has designed three different residential and commercial projects for my family. Looking at the finished results it amazes me to see how precise all of his early sketches and concepts were, he just builds on the visions he jointly develops with his clients.

Equally remarkable is the execution of each project. From design to production and installation, the staff of Ernesto Garcia Interior Design is competent and in control of the project at all times. I feel lucky to have had the opportunity to work with Ernesto, and I highly recommend his services. He is an easygoing problem solver, always professional and passionate about his projects.

I had seen a home Ernesto had done and thought it was terrific. The house conveyed the feeling I desired to achieve with mine. He provided me with several options for layouts for my new home and more importantly, explained why he thought what would work best. He was very helpful in scale, in selecting fabrics and furniture, and paint colors. He was right every time.

I had seen a home Ernesto had done and thought it was terrific. The house conveyed the feeling I desired to achieve with mine. He provided me with several options for layouts for my new home and more importantly, explained why he thought what would work best. He was very helpful in scale, in selecting fabrics and furniture, and paint colors. He was right every time.

The trades he used were also excellent-the quality was impressive and they were reasonably priced. I was happy with everything. I would recommend Ernesto without hesitation, and would use him again when I need a designer. He cares about you as a person, and what you are trying to achieve so that you are comfortable in your home. He is fun to work with, and I think he is incredibly qualified. He deserves all of the accolades he is presently getting.

During our initial design consultation, I explained to Ernesto my plans for the various rooms - Ernesto asked great probing questions to better understand my needs and then went quickly to work taking my ideas and turning them into life via on-the-spot sketches.

I was so impressed with Ernesto from the first meeting we had due to his broad background and the tremendous knowledge and experience he had to offer. After viewing his extensive portfolio and seeing the range of genres from traditional to contemporary he had mastered, I knew he was the perfect candidate for the job. When I moved into my "eclectic" home about a year ago, I was concerned about how we were going to make it more contemporary and to my liking.

I knew this would be quite an undertaking for anyone. Then when Ernesto walked into my home to see what he had to contend with, he immediately had a clear understanding of where the previous owners were going with the unfinished design they had left behind and put my mind at ease. I greatly appreciated his unwavering professionalism and the quality of his work is simply second to none.

What's striking, is the level of craftsmanship and detail that went into my clients project! From custom wall coverings and finishes, to the final touches, everything was exquisite! If you are looking for results that will 'wow you', Ernesto is the designer for the job. I am fortunate to have had the opportunity to view his work from conception to completion. Ernesto is a true artist!

His extensive knowledge, and architectural background are paramount in achieving success with every project. His passion for nothing less than excellence, is why Ernesto has won so many ASID Awards.

We originally saw Ernesto's work on three different home tours. Each home was unique, totally different & done in good taste. We knew that he listened to his clients & incorporated their wants with his ideas. Ernesto has worked on various remodel projects and interiors for our home. When you have his talent, knowledge and confidence you can afford to be bold, daring and innovative.

He just has the ability to create spaces that are always elegant but never boring. We have enjoyed working with him through the years and would recommend him to anyone who's looking for quality design. - Ron & Susan Telesko

Ernesto has an artist's eye for color and detail, and sketched out what each room had the potential to become. He worked with us first on the basics: paint, carpet, and repairs. He then turned his attention to the furniture that would transform the house into a home.

I hired Ernesto Garcia and his team to furnish and decorate my family room, dining room and entryway. When I saw the finished product, I could not believe the incredible transformation! On our first meeting Ernesto quickly grasped and understood my needs for the spaces and my design style. He created a polished and contemporary yet comfortable, livable space.

His exquisite taste and attention to detail are like no other designer! The other characteristics that make him unique are his versatility and architectural background. From interiors to exteriors, small projects to major constructions, Ernesto possesses the skills to handle any design project! His custom built furnishings are of high quality. His design team (Betsey and Lauren) were professional, helpful, conscientious and easy to work with. They truly care about their clients!

Ernesto has worked on various remodel projects and interiors for our home. When you have his talent, knowledge and confidence you can afford to be bold, daring and innovative. He just has the ability to create spaces that are always elegant but never boring. We have enjoyed working with him through the years and would recommend him to anyone who's looking for quality design.

When we first had Ernesto to our home, we met him out front. Before he even walked through our front door, he had begun sketching a whole new look for our home. By the time he entered, even the skeptics we are were completely sold on the idea. We had always lived in off-white, vanilla houses.