Testimonials

Thank YOU, Rita! We are so thrilled with the redesign! Mac was really blown away by it when he came home! You've been wonderful to work with and we'll definitely recommend you wholeheartedly to our friends.

Ross and Mac McLeod, Austin, Texas

"For years, I attempted (and somewhat enjoyed) to decorate my home.  While it looked "nice" for the most part, it never really came together or had a finished look.  I'd buy something and then take it back, buy something else, take that back, etc. etc. After interviewing several designers, I was confident that Rita was the right person for the job.  She was professional, courteous, approachable, CREATIVE & understanding.  She included us in the entire process and even helped find ways to save us money.  When I saw the rooms during the reveal it was just what I wanted, but never could have imagined on my own! All the rooms that have the "Rita touch" in my home are gorgeous. I am a repeat customer and highly recommend Rita to anyone looking for professional design services.

Debbie and John Campsmith, Austin, Texas

“If your plans include a home remodeling, I would like to give a very strong recommendation for our general contractor, Kevin Johnson and our interior designer, Rita Droege Lopez. They just completed a four-month, custom house remodeling project for us, and we are just thrilled with the results. Kevin and Rita and their team delivered an extremely high-quality end product at a reasonable cost. Beyond that, we found it very easy and fun to work with them as we transformed our home.”

Dr. Stephen Kramer and Steven Olivares, Austin, Texas

“Rita has adeptly staged a number of homes where I represented the sellers. Both my clients and I have been consistently amazed with the difference her staging has made in marketing their homes. I have seen her stage a home with relatively nice furnishings and in good condition and I thought there wouldn’t be that big a difference. I was astonished with how much better she made it look through editing and rearranging. I’ve also seen her create an inviting atmosphere in a home with little to no décor, a few dated furnishings and a minimal budget. I’m convinced that her staging has contributed to quicker sales and higher prices paid when her staging services were utilized. When I can, I will use her on all my listings.”

Susan Patterson, Keller Williams – Austin, Texas

“Wow, our rooms are stunning and our home looks like a model home. It was exactly what we had envisioned. Amazing! Rita has the gift of understanding your personality, taking your vision, repurposing what you have, adding a few accents here and there to make your home look stunning, warm and inviting. We have already recommended her to friends and neighbors."

Ment and Angie Morris, Austin, Texas”

"What Tarragona Designs performed was a miracle. In a matter of a couple days my house was transformed into something that not only reflects the look I was going for, but my home is now something that I can be proud of; not just "liking" my home, but proud of it and proud to have people over. The house is warm, comfortable and inviting. It's like a model home. Our Redesigner, Rita's knack for color coordination, arrangements, selection of furniture/lamps, etc., re-use of existing artifacts and collectibles, staying on budget, quickness and getting it all "just right" is World Class. I still don't know how she got so much accomplished each day while I was at work. Each room was perfect when I arrived for the "unveiling". Just amazing. Only one regret…..why didn't I do this, years ago. Thank you so much."

Jim Snover, Anaheim Hills, CA

"Tarragona Designs transformed my new house into a beautiful, warm and inviting home at an affordable cost. Having her re-decorate and re-arrange every room in my house – including re-organizing my walk-in closet and garage has proven to be one of the best decisions I have ever made. I would never have come up with the arrangements and ideas that she created based on my preference of style, color, comfort and functionality. Rita’s expertise, energy and creativity skills are endless and I have enjoyed working with her throughout the entire project! And, I will keep her coming back to update, too!"

Linda New, Austin, Texas

"Rita has redesigned a number of rooms for us now and I love the way our things suddenly worked together as far as function, space and color. We also love how soothing and homey everything feels. I actually feel my comments can't really express just what a beautiful, restful and truly home-like place our house is. I feel very lucky Rita was recommended to me and I won't hesitate to do the same."

Dr. Carola Zalles - Chrystal Falls, Texas

"Rita is incredible! She came in and transformed my home into a beautiful place that really reflects who we are and how we want to live. She's creative, respectful and a true professional. I'd recommend her again and again!!"

-Melanie Sommer, Austin, Texas

“Rita has a natural talent for working with clients to create beautiful living spaces. Her design ideas are wonderfully creative, and she has a tremendous ability to make her client part of the design team. Rita’s professionalism, organization skills and extensive training enable her to offer the highest level of service to clients – Austin area homes will benefit from this redesign industry leader!”

-Diane Agricola, SDP, IRIS, IDS

“With an infectious enthusiasm for the “use what you already own” philosophy of interior redesign, Rita brings a lifetime of design ideas to every new client. Her training and natural talent allows each home to showcase the story of its owners through the thoughtful redesign of the rooms she touches. I would be proud to say, “Rita redesigned my home today!”

-Ramona LaChapelle, SDP