Interior Design Consultations
One-on-one expert guidance for homeowners and renters seeking personalized design direction, layout planning, furniture placement advice, and professional input without full-service engagement.
Transform your space with confidence through personalized interior design coaching and consulting. Whether you're planning a move, tackling a remodel, or simply feeling stuck with your current layout, YIDC provides expert guidance to help you make decisive design choices. From space planning and organizing solutions to emergency remodel support, we empower homeowners, renters, and hosts to create functional, beautiful interiors that truly work for their lifestyle.
From move planning to remodel guidance, we offer comprehensive consulting services tailored to your unique design challenges and lifestyle needs.
One-on-one expert guidance for homeowners and renters seeking personalized design direction, layout planning, furniture placement advice, and professional input without full-service engagement.
Transition into your new home with clarity through pre-move design planning, furniture placement strategies, space evaluation, and practical setup decisions aligned with your lifestyle.
Navigate renovation projects confidently with interior design consulting, layout planning, finish selection, contractor coordination, and professional guidance throughout construction.
Improve functionality and flow through strategic layout planning, furniture arrangement, efficient space utilization, and customized solutions for everyday living.
Resolve functional, layout, and aesthetic challenges with customized solutions, practical strategies, and expert advice that brings clarity to your design dilemmas.
Get rapid, time-sensitive support for urgent remodel decisions, contractor questions, construction issues, and last-minute design guidance to keep your project on track.
At YIDC, we believe interior design shouldn't be overwhelming. With nearly 20 years of experience serving Orange County, Bay Area, and Las Vegas clients, we provide collaborative coaching that helps you make confident decisions about your space. Whether you're preparing for a move, managing a remodel, or optimizing your Airbnb, we ask the right questions to uncover solutions that work within your budget and timeline—empowering you to accomplish your interior design dreams.
See how YIDC has helped clients overcome design challenges and create spaces they love.
"I chose working with Miriam because I didn't want to use one of those designers who charges as a percent of the project cost - just wanted to consult as needed on design selections Miriam was great with her flexibility and finding things that I would like (picture frames with..."
"Miriam at Your Interior Design Coach has been incredible to work with. Moving into a new home, I knew I wanted it to look stylish and feel like me, but I wasn’t sure where to start. Instead of just throwing ideas at me, Miriam really took the time to understand..."
"This was my first remodel and Miriam walked me through the process from start to finish. It seemed daunting, but Miriam was patient and helped me articulate my vision. The end result is fantastic. I highly recommend hiring her."
"I used to get completely overwhelmed by interior design choices. Working with Miriam eased that burden! She helped me make decisions by asking the questions I didn't know to ask and teaching me how to look at materials. She was calm, patient, and super knowledgeable. Thanks to Miriam, I ended..."
"Miriam helped me focus my vision for my space and select furniture and fixtures that were cohesive while still being visually interesting. She provided practical advice on rug sizing and lighting fixture height that I still rely on. I enjoyed the collaborative experience of working with her and appreciated the..."
"I had an amazing experience working with Miriam on my kitchen origination project. She helped me fit a lot of pantry foods into a small space, organize and label all the containers, and organize all my spices. My kitchen is so much easier to navigate. She also helped me beautify..."
"Miriam worked within our budget and time constraints while providing actionable solutions using our existing furniture. She asked the right questions, understood our needs, and came up with creative ideas to accomplish all our goals. I would definitely call Miriam again if I needed the help!"
"I chose working with Miriam because I didn't want to use one of those designers who charges as a percent of the project cost - just wanted to consult as needed on design selections Miriam was great with her flexibility and finding things that I would like (picture frames with..."
"Miriam at Your Interior Design Coach has been incredible to work with. Moving into a new home, I knew I wanted it to look stylish and feel like me, but I wasn’t sure where to start. Instead of just throwing ideas at me, Miriam really took the time to understand..."
"This was my first remodel and Miriam walked me through the process from start to finish. It seemed daunting, but Miriam was patient and helped me articulate my vision. The end result is fantastic. I highly recommend hiring her."
"I used to get completely overwhelmed by interior design choices. Working with Miriam eased that burden! She helped me make decisions by asking the questions I didn't know to ask and teaching me how to look at materials. She was calm, patient, and super knowledgeable. Thanks to Miriam, I ended..."
"Miriam helped me focus my vision for my space and select furniture and fixtures that were cohesive while still being visually interesting. She provided practical advice on rug sizing and lighting fixture height that I still rely on. I enjoyed the collaborative experience of working with her and appreciated the..."
"I had an amazing experience working with Miriam on my kitchen origination project. She helped me fit a lot of pantry foods into a small space, organize and label all the containers, and organize all my spices. My kitchen is so much easier to navigate. She also helped me beautify..."
"Miriam worked within our budget and time constraints while providing actionable solutions using our existing furniture. She asked the right questions, understood our needs, and came up with creative ideas to accomplish all our goals. I would definitely call Miriam again if I needed the help!"
"I chose working with Miriam because I didn't want to use one of those designers who charges as a percent of the project cost - just wanted to consult as needed on design selections Miriam was great with her flexibility and finding things that I would like (picture frames with..."
"Miriam at Your Interior Design Coach has been incredible to work with. Moving into a new home, I knew I wanted it to look stylish and feel like me, but I wasn’t sure where to start. Instead of just throwing ideas at me, Miriam really took the time to understand..."
"This was my first remodel and Miriam walked me through the process from start to finish. It seemed daunting, but Miriam was patient and helped me articulate my vision. The end result is fantastic. I highly recommend hiring her."
"I used to get completely overwhelmed by interior design choices. Working with Miriam eased that burden! She helped me make decisions by asking the questions I didn't know to ask and teaching me how to look at materials. She was calm, patient, and super knowledgeable. Thanks to Miriam, I ended..."
"Miriam helped me focus my vision for my space and select furniture and fixtures that were cohesive while still being visually interesting. She provided practical advice on rug sizing and lighting fixture height that I still rely on. I enjoyed the collaborative experience of working with her and appreciated the..."
"I had an amazing experience working with Miriam on my kitchen origination project. She helped me fit a lot of pantry foods into a small space, organize and label all the containers, and organize all my spices. My kitchen is so much easier to navigate. She also helped me beautify..."
"Miriam worked within our budget and time constraints while providing actionable solutions using our existing furniture. She asked the right questions, understood our needs, and came up with creative ideas to accomplish all our goals. I would definitely call Miriam again if I needed the help!"
We specialize in creative problem-solving that gets you unstuck and builds your design confidence.
BA in Interior Design with extensive experience helping homeowners, renters, hosts, and real estate professionals across California and Nevada.
We empower you with knowledge and confidence, asking the questions you didn't know to ask so you can make informed decisions.
Receive actionable solutions using your existing furniture and resources, with recommendations that respect your budget and timeline constraints.
From online consultations to in-person visits across Orange County, Bay Area, and Las Vegas—we work the way you need us to.
Empowering clients with confidence and clarity since 2005.
Interior Design Coach / Founder
Miriam Saadati founded Your Interior Design Coach (YIDC) to serve homeowners, Airbnb hosts, contractors, and real estate agents who struggle with design confidence or feel stuck with their projects. With a BA in Interior Design from the Interior Designers Institute and nearly 20 years of hands-on experience, Miriam specializes in creative problem-solving that transforms confusion into clarity. She created YIDC for those who need help coming up with solutions, require drawings or renderings, or simply need someone to fill in where they lack resources. Miriam's coaching-based approach asks the right questions to help clients articulate their vision, make decisive choices, and move forward with confidence. Whether you're tackling a remodel, preparing for a move, or optimizing your rental property, Miriam walks you through the process from start to finish, providing practical advice that works within your budget and timeline. Her collaborative style and nearly two decades of experience across Orange County, Bay Area, and Las Vegas have helped countless clients overcome their interior design challenges and accomplish their design dreams.
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Consistently rated 5 stars by satisfied clients
BA in Interior Design professional education
Two decades of professional design expertise
Share your design challenge with us, and we'll respond within 24 hours to schedule your free consultation and discuss how we can help.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 408-306-5003 You can also send us a quick email at
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 408-306-5003 You can also send us a quick email at