Provide Unmatched Space Planning

It can be difficult to visualize the potential of room design. according to the client’s life style and taste. Ciao Bella! 's commitment to excellence in space planning and their ability to see options that others do not, creates exceptional design, plain and simple.

We are relentless in our pursuit for extraordinary customer service, and are committed advocates for our clients to other professionals when managing the design and materials aspects of their projects.

In one interesting project, Diane Bell, Lead Designer, added a 1200 square foot contemporary, passive solar green kitchen to an early 1800's carriage house - transforming the utility of the space; and in another space planning project, she expanded sleeping and family room capacity by 12 beds and 700 square feet without any exterior addition to the client's home.

Application of Intriguing Color Theory

Color is one of the most powerful, useful and expressive tools for designing compelling interiors. Diane Bell is also an educated painter and a professional instructor of color theory. .

Her skills in matching and combining colors to a home’s “feel” are unparalleled. She is a color theorist in her design aesthetics.

Using a textured wallpaper instead of paint creates even more depth and to the room.

Commitment to Perfection

Every detail of your space matters. We do not rest until the project is done to our clients satisfaction and to our exacting standards. We have also created strong relationships with some of the best sub-contractors in the region for our projects, people who are willing to adjust their preferences to create something amazing. Diane, as a leader, is equally willing to hold manufacturers of furniture and other components to her exacting standards.

Commitment to the Unusual

With Ciao Bella there is no such thing as a cookie cutter, off the rack approach. But if one has the time and is equally committed to the new and unusual, there is no better designers in the country.

Custom is not a word we use lightly, the more detailed and unique the better!

What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think custom? Sometimes its not always furniture.

Custom tile work has been increasingly popular in Northern MI; from backsplashes, fireplace surrounds, showers and more.

Michigan is lucky to have not one, but two incredible hand-made pottery/tile studios to source custom tiles.

We strive to find as many unique craftsmen, artists & studios across the country to partner with to further bring ideas to life.

Commitment to a Mental Library

Diane and her staff are masters in tapping into their mental resource banks for a fabric, a piece of furniture, or window treatment - these are collected inspirations gleaned from professional publications, web site sourcing, trade shows and world class connections in the market. The product may not have immediate application, but is retained as a visual memory.

Diane attends the High Point Furniture Market annually, gathering knowledge on new trends, furniture & lighting inspiration and more.