Green Owl Design

We highly recommend Green Owl Design for those thinking about a residential remodeling project. Our project planning started in the midst of the pandemic in mid 2020, and Erica and Angela did such a great job adapting to the changing environment while meeting client needs. This was our first major design project of any kind in our new home. The Green Owl team really executed on our vision, while elevating the overall design to details we could not have imagined on our own. From consultation to all aspects of project construction, we were always able to ask questions and receive pertinent updates when needed. After completion of our first project, we very much want to continue with additional projects throughout our home with Green Owl!

I worked with Erica and Angela to help design the main living area and master bedroom of my new DuPont circle condo. Working with a tight budget they were fantastic! They listed to every word of feedback I provided and the end result is better than I could have imaged. They listened and incorporated my ideas, but pushed back when necessary to provide their expertise and guidance. I was traveling throughout the process, and they went above and beyond with the details to make sure everything was delivered and installed upon my return. I would high recommend their work, and I look forward to working with them again to design my next space.

I used Erica and her colleague Angela to help my wife and I "pull togheter" a home we recently moved into. We purchased a two hour consultation and they far exceeded expectations! Erica and Angela listened to our preferences, made observations about our style preferences, and went to work. They were hands-on, high-energy, engagin, and a whirlwind of activity placing and rearranging things all the while seeking our input and opinion. They maximized the use of our existing accent pieces, art, etc and where we had additional needs provided a detailed shopping list. Would highly recommend and won't hesitate to use them again!

I've worked with Erica Riggio and her team for years now, most recently I watched her load-in of the Firehouse Lofts models and was fortunate to watch her process. She continues, despite the different sizes of projects, and the different requests of clients or settings, to deliver clean, pragmatic, and bold yet humble interior design. Erica always reminds me in my own graphic design and artwork to 'edit-edit-edit;' meaning, know your target, make your first attempt, then experiment to where you're uncomfortable, then wind it back to really create something new, adventurous, and responsible for your client. Erica's designs do this, and she does it freaky-fast by balancing her time for incubation, research, and implementation. When she envisions various possibilities for a design, I've seen her explain the principles of good design for different tactics right off her sleeve. She mentalizes and knows what will or won't work like a science, and she isn't afraid to experiment and to ask for input in order to maximize a project's creative potential. She takes her time and makes her projects, whenever I'm around, a teaching moment, even when she's running 1000 miles a minute. I recommend Erica because she isn't afraid to be critical of conventions or of herself, and she openly welcomes feedback because 'she-don't-play.' At Firehouse Lofts, she walked me through the unit for what did and didn't work, and detailed how the pieces wove together. She even asked for my feedback so she could discuss the choices. She delivers because she loves what she does, and she knows two things: it is going to take time to grow a unique, creative design, and a deadline is an opportunity to meet.

Riggio Design provided us with a kitchen area that still gets compliments from guests, bringing us in under budget and on time, to boot! Her sense of lighting, color and space turned what had been a depressing place to cook into an inviting space where we enjoy entertaining and crating meals.

I have worked with Erica on several projects including her execution of the design for the restaurant SOCIETY and the design for the Bakeshop SHORTBREAD BAKERY. In addition, I have worked with her and curated several art shows in her studio. Erica is a most dedicated professional.. I have enjoyed working with her and developing a friendship that is both professional and personal. Her designs and projects are at the top of the line. I look forward to other opportunities to watch her designs and plans go from design studio to reality.

We have been so pleased with Riggio Design. Erica has been helping us finish our basement. After struggling to deal with the dozens of decisions coming our way, we looked for some guidance. She took care to understand our style preferences, work with some features that we already had chosen, and suggest several design plans for our rec room and bathroom. After we made our decision, she weighed in on every detail - even those that we wouldn't have thought of. I don't think that she has given us a single idea that we didn't take. Even her tangental comments about how to improve our lighting or accentuate rooms were spot on. We're confident that we will be happy with the rooms that she has helped with for years to come. Highly recommended!

Riggio Design is the way to go! If you want quality, great communication and peace of mind to know that the work will get done, Riggio Design is my #1 recommendation. They take their time to find out what look you are going for and if you have no clue, don't worry! They are so creative and detailed with what they do. Follow up is important when doing any major project and I can honestly say Riggio Design made sure to follow up from beginning to end. They even followed up after the work was completed to ensure we liked the end results. Whether your project is small or major, Riggio Design can handle it and I can guarantee that you will be well pleased with the work and service.

erica, angela and I worked together on designing and bringing new construction master bedroom and bath together. it is a beautful space pleasng to both my husband and I. everyone who sees it loves it. they are true professionals who keep in mind your budget, using as many existing pieces as possible and confer with you every step of the way. i am now getting ready to do living room over and would not think of using anyone else. they are fun to work with. i would heartily recommend riggio design for any project you are considering. regina blanchard ps riggio has some pictures which they took and can send them

Riggio Design was wonderful to work with! I had a time sensitive project for my new row home in Washington DC and Erica was professional and extremely helpful during the entire process. She is knowledgable on many facets of home design. I was very impressed with her services and professionalism. I would highly recommend Riggio design if you are in need of a full service interior designer.

I contracted Ms. Riggio to design my condo in Glover Park, and she performed her duties in a very professional, cost-effective, and expeditious manner. My condo was bereft of color and any type of personality whatsoever, but after meeting with Ms. Riggio and discussing what look I was trying to go for, she exceeded my expectations and transformed a drab bachelor residence into something that could be used for a scene in Mad Men...stylish, classic yet modern, and with bold new colors that really make the unit a fantastic space. I have gotten numerous compliments on her work and I am very satisfied with the end result. I have referred her to numerous associates based on her vision, her professional demeanor, her punctuality and transparent communication, and her ability to get the most out of the budget she is presented with. I would definitely use Ms. Riggio's services again, and highly recommend her for any design work you may need.

I worked with Riggio Design on a residential design project. Riggio Design provided and directly communicated with several contractors. The principal designer, Erica Riggio is bilingual and was able to negotiate contracts. She is extremely professional, knowledgable and readily available. Erica Riggio has an exceptional design sensibility which was invaluable for space planning, furniture selection, lighting design, and color selection . I had a wonderful experience working with Riggio Design and would definitely work with them again.