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Classy Closets

June 27, 2017 Barbara's Picks

Using an expert to help plan your home office space can pay for itself with increased productivity, more efficiency and…

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McKenzie Architectural Kitchens

May 30, 2017 Barbara's Picks

McKenzie Architectural Kitchens  is a unique company owned by Donald McKenzie, architect, who personally creates all his kitchens from a…

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Barbara Around Town!

May 26, 2017 Barbara's Picks

Barbara is frequently out and about town promoting Barbara’s Picks and its members to businesses and consumers. Last week she…

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Oakcraft Elegant Cabinetry

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OakCraft  Elegant Cabinetry prides itself on using lumber from companies that are environmentally conscientious. Our suppliers are members of the…

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Elan Wollitzer Gallery

May 19, 2017 Barbara's Picks

Elan Wollitzer’s images capture a moment in time, a special place, and always an extraordinary experience. The earth is changing…

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McKenzie Architectural Kitchens

May 16, 2017 Barbara's Picks

Moving Appliances When Renovating Can Enhance Aesthetics and Livability  – At McKenzie Architectural Kitchens in Scottsdale, Arizona, we encourage our…

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Mother’s Day Drawing

May 15, 2017 Barbara's Picks

Congratulations Camille Griffith the winner of the Mother’s Day drawing. Her comment on on our Mother’s Day post won her…

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Azadi Fine Rugs

May 5, 2017 Barbara's Picks

AZADI Fine Rugs has been providing exquisite antique, contemporary and custom designed rugs and extraordinary service for over two centuries.…

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Kravet Fabrics

May 2, 2017 Barbara's Picks

Kravet Fabrics has an entire collection of bargellos. What you may ask is a bargello?  It is a straight stitch…

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Classy Closets

April 28, 2017 Barbara's Picks

When thinking about building an entertainment center, there are a lot of things to consider. This piece is usually a…

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Testimonials About Barbara

I believe that one of the biggest truths in life is that change is constant. When Barbara works with you, she is an amazing source to guide you to make those changes positive, whether you are changing your home, your personal life or your business.

Ruth U., Scottsdale, AZ

Through the years, our relationship had shown me that there is a huge difference between a decorator and a “Design Counselor.” With your expertise, I’ve learned that change is not only healthy but can be very exciting.  Your guidance in re-creating our master bedroom suite was invaluable and the room has become “our dream come true.” The transformation is incredible, exquisite, and extremely functional.  Even more exciting, the entire process was an enjoyable one with you by my side.  Thanks for just being you. You’re amazing!!!

Lynn R.

Barbara Kaplan is a gifted and caring interior designer – for my home, and for me, personally. She helps nurture and empower a sense of purpose, which in turn, becomes reflected in the personal style and living spaces. She ALWAYS brings a fresh and unique perspective. Barbara’s Picks gives me a “go to” directory of her years of trusted relationships. It’s a joyous and optimistic experience working with Barbara, and if she trusts and recommends a business, I totally trust it as well!

Lisa G.,Urbandale, IA

I so LOVE what you did with the house. Three people who have been coming to my house for a while now, this was their first time noticing the small table in the “open pantry” as I call it. We are enjoying more eating at the dining room. Last night we put all the rugs in and you should see the difference that it made. So warm, I wish you could see it. Thank you so much for coming over and making the changes, it really opened up our house as well as inviting us back in to love our house. Again, thank you for your time and your advice.

Giangi T.

My skill set doesn’t include any of those required to envision a beautiful and gracious home.  I want to open the door, walk in and have it be me and done.  How to get there, well, there was the rub!  I didn’t even know my colors, never even thought about them.   This is not to say that I was lazy and disinterested in everything.  I have my reason to be and I feel very comfortable in my role on the planet.  I just didn’t know at that time that I had any crossover skills.  Barbara was able to get me to focus, gently and lovingly, and to become interested in selecting fabrics and tasks of that sort.  Ultimately, all of the choices were mine and my husband’s.  I understand why I made each and everyone and I love it all.  Barbara’s gentle guidance opened me up to this new world that I tip toed in until I became comfortable.  Barbara was the “wind beneath my wings.”

Susan Y., Phoenix, AZ

Barbara was the catalyst for our remodel, redesign, and redecorating of our home. She provided the push when we needed shoving. Her Bajaro Method enabled us to find what we really liked in redesigning and redecorating our living space. Her skill provided just the right amount of inspiration for us to find our comfort zone. Three years later and we are still in love with our space.

Michael & Bonnie S., Chandler, AZ

Barbara Kaplan gave me the confidence I needed when it came to designing my home.  I took the profile, “poof” out came the answers I needed.  Barbara is not like other designers that offer their thoughts of how YOUR home should be.  Instead, she talked to me and asked me what I wanted/needed in the space I was decorating.  Her philosophy and approach are exactly what the doctor ordered.  I absolutely LOVE my home and I know that I decorated it myself with just a little nudging along the way. THANK YOU, Barbara, for making my home express who I am.

Elan W., Petaluma, CA

Barbara Kaplan gets to the heart of the matter. In her Bajaro Method certification classes, Barbara shares extensively from her years of experience with vendors, clients, and the design industry. More importantly, she offers a unique opportunity to understand how important the human element is in transforming a room into an inviting living space, a house into a home, a space into a sanctuary. I was reminded to actively listen to my clients and remember that design should always be a collaborative process, after all, it is their home!

Deborah M.K., Prescott, AZ

I just want to tell you how impressed I am with your talent, patience, sense of humor, professionalism, and ability to turn out fabulous projects. Your clients are lucky to have you!

Elaine W.

All is well and our home has become such a welcoming Haven for our family and friends. 

Gayle W., Scottsdale, AZ

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