Interior Design — $85/hour · St. Cloud, MN & Central Minnesota
Interior Designer in St. Cloud, MN
A trained eye makes all the difference. Valerie finds what works, adds what's missing, and gives you a space you'll love — while working within your budget and your story.
Design Services
- Residential & Commercial Design
- Renovation Project Coordinator
- Lighting Plans & Fixture Selection
- Whole Home Space Planning
- Paint Color Consultation (interior & exterior)
- Cabinetry Layout, Design & Finishes
- Flooring & Tile (measuring & selection)
- Window Treatments (measuring & selection)
- Furniture & Decor Selections & Arrangement
- Building Exterior Material Selections
Color Consultation
Suffering from paint paralysis?
Overwhelmed by the seemingly millions of colors to choose from? Valerie is a Certified True Colour Expert and she can help. Starting with a visit to your home, she'll get an overview of your space and the personality you wish to express.
Through that visit and discussion, a paint color strategy will be developed so that an overall color plan enhances your home's décor and makes the most of your furnishings. You'll receive a color chart that details the paint colors specifically chosen for each component in your rooms, including the recommended finishes.
This training goes beyond color theory — into the practical science of how color behaves under your specific light conditions, with your existing finishes, across connected rooms. For St. Cloud and Central Minnesota homeowners who've experienced the frustration of a color that wasn't what they expected, this eliminates that risk before the first roller touches the wall.
Interior & Exterior Refresh
Turn your space into the best version of itself.
Sometimes all you need is a trained eye to look over your room and its contents — to find what works, and what could work better. Using some of the things you already own, adding in a few key pieces can turn a lackluster space into something you adore.
While working within your budget, Valerie will design your room to be the best version of itself — one that brings you joy and reflects your unique story.
Design Consultation
$85/hr · Typical: 5–7 hours- In-home design consultation
- Paint & wallcovering selections (True Colour–informed)
- Furniture floor plan
- Material and finish recommendations
- Shopping list (specific items, pricing, where to buy)
- Tradespeople recommendations (painter, flooring installer, etc.)
You receive a clear plan and implement it on your own timeline.
Full Implementation
$85/hr · Typical: 8–12 hours- Everything in the consultation
- Project management of all work from start to finish (painting, flooring, etc.)
- Purchasing and installation of all furniture and decor items
Valerie manages the entire process. You walk in when it's done.
New Construction & Remodel
Creating a home that fits your family and your lifestyle.
If you are starting from the ground up with a piece of land, or you are reimagining your existing home, Valerie's partnership with you and your builder will simplify the process. Determining the proper floor plan and furniture layouts in your new living spaces will enhance how your family interacts in everyday life.
She will be your advocate and guide through the entire journey — selecting the major interior and exterior finishes and fixtures right down to the details of décor. The result is a home that simply and beautifully tells your story.
Because Valerie works directly with Rick (a licensed Minnesota GC), the design packages she creates reflect what's actually buildable at the cost you were quoted. No translation errors between designer and contractor — they're the same team.
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* Additional mileage fee applies for jobsites more than 10 miles one way from Saint Joseph, MN.
Serving St. Cloud, Sartell & All of Central Minnesota
Simply Enhanced Homes is based in Saint Joseph, MN and serves interior design clients throughout the St. Cloud metro area including Sartell, Sauk Rapids, Waite Park, St. Joseph, Cold Spring, and surrounding Central Minnesota communities.
Want to see what we've created for Central Minnesota homeowners? Browse our project gallery — kitchens, bathrooms, and living spaces designed and built right here.
Interior design we've brought to life
Kitchen — flat-front ebony-stained custom cabinetry with white tiled backsplash
Basement — wet bar with wine storage and beverage fridge
Living room — removed a partial wall to open the spaces to each other
Basement bathroom
Kitchen — center wall removed to open the kitchen to the living area, with a new large island with seating
Custom-built dog wash station with full tile surroundFrequently Asked Questions
How much does an interior designer cost in St. Cloud, MN?
Color consultations start at $300. Interior and exterior refresh services are $85/hour — a typical consultation runs 5–7 hours ($425–$595) and full implementation runs 8–12 hours ($680–$1,020), not counting materials. New construction and remodel design is also $85/hour, invoiced monthly.
What is a Certified True Colour Expert?
The True Colour Expert certification from the Killam Colour Academy is a specialized credential in interior color analysis. Valerie uses this training to select paint colors that work with your home's actual light conditions and existing finishes — eliminating the frustration of a color that looks wrong on the wall.
Can Valerie design my remodel before construction starts?
Yes — this is one of the most valuable ways to use her services. Valerie produces full design packages for kitchen and bathroom remodels that Rick can build from with no ambiguity. New construction and remodel design is billed at $85/hour, invoiced monthly.
What does a consultation include?
Valerie reviews your space, discusses your lifestyle and taste, creates a furniture floor plan, selects paint and materials, and provides a shopping list with specific products, pricing, and sourcing. You receive an actionable plan you can implement on your own timeline.
Can you work with a limited budget?
Yes. Valerie has worked with every budget range. Finding creative solutions on a smaller budget — using what you already own, making targeted additions, and skipping unnecessary purchases — is something she genuinely enjoys.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Saint Joseph, St. Cloud, Sartell, Sauk Rapids, Waite Park, Cold Spring, and surrounding Central Minnesota communities.
Call Valerie: (320) 260-3807