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Book a 2 hour min. consultation for $300. Currently booking for June and beyond.
Tired of second-guessing design decisions, only to end up with a space that feels disjointed or incomplete?
Navigating interior design alone can be overwhelming—conflicting styles, endless options, and the pressure to get it just right can quickly turn your dream home into a stressful project.
Now, imagine a space that feels effortless and refined—where every detail is intentional, every material timeless, and every room perfectly aligned with your vision.
A home that radiates sophistication and harmony, without the stress or second-guessing.
That’s what I deliver.
With over 20 years of hands-on experience in high-end residential renovation and design, I create bespoke interiors that are as livable as they are beautiful. My process is detailed, personal, and built around your lifestyle—so you can relax while I bring your vision to life.
If you’re ready to elevate your home with timeless design and tailored expertise, let’s start the conversation.
Your dream space—flawless, effortless, and uniquely yours—is closer than you think.
Overview
Hired 49 times
Serves Lees Summit, MO
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1 employee
10 years in business
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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, and Venmo.
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Jeannine W.
Jun 8, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Tara was so nice to meet. She is very responsive and on time. I’m painting all my interior rooms and I picked the right person to help me. She selected bold colors that I normally would not have used, but she was spot on. Tara made sure all the rooms were complimentary with trim, flooring, and adjoining rooms. I’m excited to see it all come together. Good job Tara!
Details: Design of 3 - 4 rooms • Living room • Bedroom(s) • 500 - 1,000 sq ft • Color palette / paint selection • Traditional • My home, venue, etc.
Interior Design
Vivian S.
Aug 17, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Tara is an incredibly easygoing and humorous designer. My project involved many moving parts that required coordination among multiple people, and Tara effortlessly helped me handle so many of the issues that would otherwise have been a huge headache.
She also has an amazing network of resources—it truly feels like there is no problem she can’t solve. Because my project involved renovating several areas of my home, the entire process took at least three months. Throughout those three months, Tara consistently maintained clear and smooth communication, stayed on top of every detail, and kept a close eye on the progress.
She made what could have been a very stressful renovation experience so much easier and kept my anxiety to an absolute minimum. I am truly grateful for everything she did.
I highly recommend Tara. You will absolutely appreciate her professionalism, passion, resourcefulness, and, of course, her wonderful sense of humor and fun personality.
Details: Design of 1 - 2 rooms • Kitchen • Living room • Space planning / layout • Color palette / paint selection • Furniture selection • Contemporary • Craftsman / Farmhouse • My home, venue, etc.
Interior Design
Cheryl L.
3 weeks ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
Tara is very sweet and easy to work with. She has an eye for furniture styles, fabric design choices and basically thinks outside the box. She makes sure I'm satisfied with my choices. I'm looking forward to working with her again and again. I have a new home and am furnishing MB, Dining, Great room, office and more! You won't be disappointed!!!!?
Details: Design of 1 - 2 rooms • Living room • Dining room • Furniture selection • Window treatments selection • Accessories / art selection • Space planning / layout • I'm flexible • My home, venue, etc.
Interior Design
Nicole W.
2 weeks ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
Tara was very responsive and upfront in her offerings. She was transparent and clear and provided a very valuable full home consultation for us. We definitely plan to continue working with her as our design needs evolve and would recommend her if you need someone to help with any of your home projects.
Details: Design of 3 - 4 rooms • Kitchen • Bedroom(s) • Bathroom(s) • Dining room • Less than 500 sq ft • Color palette / paint selection • Window treatments selection • Lighting selection • Accessories / art selection • Space planning / layout • Flooring selection • Furniture selection • Contemporary • Midcentury Modern • My home, venue, etc.
Interior Design
Gail R.
Apr 10, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Tara was extremely patient with me as I was not certain of my plans. She gave expert advice and had strong design abilities. I definitely plan to use her again in my projects. I would recommend her to others.
Details: Design of 1 - 2 rooms • Bedroom(s) • 500 - 1,000 sq ft • Color palette / paint selection • Lighting selection • Eclectic • My home, venue, etc.
Interior Design
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Tara Atkins
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Our initial consultation will be a 2 hour minimum meeting for $300. Further time will be billed at $150 per hour. Pricing for further services varies.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I start with a 2 hour $300 consultation to meet you in your space and learn what your needs are. We will discuss many design solutions and sources in that 2 hours. If you need further design work like floor plans, layouts, or a 3-D model we will make a plan for our next steps.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a CIDA accredited degree in Interior Design, and will be completing my NCIDQ certification in 2023. I have had many years of hands on experience renovating homes and consulting home owners in making the right decisions for their homes.
