Mia Rao Design

“We loved working with the MRD team.”

We loved working with the MRD team! They listened carefully to our ideas and selected furniture, wallpaper, and artwork that aligned with our vision and everything turned out absolutely beautiful! They have excellent artistic design and we couldn't be happier with how things turned out. They also worked closely with the contractors to ensure a smooth project. They are very responsive with excellent customer service. I highly recommend Mia and her team for your interior design project!

Rohini Mathrani

Feb 2026

“Impeccable taste.”

Impeccable taste. Discerning eye. Flawless execution. Full service design. Mia, Robyn, Caitlin and Leti together brought my modest Lincoln Park condo, every room, to a polished level of cozy and luxurious sophistication. I would not change one selection. Not one. Not only was every selection carefully curated, Mia and Robyn brought me a contractor and Robyn project managed the construction and installation of all the things, including my new kitchen. The whole process, from inspiration through execution was so easy for me it felt like magic.🪄

Karen Christensen

Feb 2026

“Mia, Caitlin and team were amazing to work with on my project and I cannot recommend them enough.”

Mia, Caitlin and team were amazing to work with on my project and I cannot recommend them enough! They’re incredibly talented, organized and fun to collaborate with. Lucky to have found them.

Jack Korslin

Oct 2025

“We've hired MRD for two projects, so far.”

We've hired MRD for two projects, so far. While looking for kitchen remodel ideas online, I stumbled across a stunning, super funky, blue room that jumped out at me over all the other images. It wasn't even a kitchen but I was captivated by the look. It was the aesthetic I wanted before I knew I wanted it. I clicked on the image expecting it to take me to a designer in Paris, LA or NYC. Lucky for me, they were Chicago based and I reached out immediately. My Mia Rao Design experience began with an easy going conversation. It quickly became apparent that they understood my vision (or lack there of) and got right to the heart of describing what could be done. They quicky painted a picture in my head that was a much better use of the space and more aesthetically daring in all the best ways. When it came further to life in the design renderings, my husband and I were giddy. It wasn't simply an update, it unified our previously compartmentalized kitchen in a distinctive and slightly eccentric way that far exceeded expectations. We could not have come close to doing this (and still love it years later) without her ideas and guidance. That's why we hired her to do our living room a year later. Mia is a creatively brave designer but she is a skilled listener. I never felt challenged. I loved it when she'd say, "Okay, but what if? " Mia and her whole team were a delight.

Beth Augustine

Mar 2025

“I've had the pleasure of working with Mia and her incredible team on two occasions-first when I...”

I've had the pleasure of working with Mia and her incredible team on two occasions-first when I moved into my home, and more recently to do some updates. Mia quickly understood my aesthetic preferences and executed them flawlessly, creating spaces that reflect my style perfectly. From start to finish, working with Mia, Robyn, and the entire team was a wonderful experience. As someone who doesn’t have much experience with interior design, I truly appreciated how easy and enjoyable the process was. I highly recommend Mia and her team.

Bill Jacobs

Mar 2025

“Mia and associates are truly talented.”

Mia and associates are truly talented. We retained them for a large project when we moved to a house. The project was essentially a full remodel, including furniture, minus the kitchen. The house is now truly a work of art. We constantly get compliments when we have guests over. I think what is truly key with her vision is the color palette. The house is not whitewashed, and truly has elegant character. She has excellent contracts to recommend. We are working with her again currently on a patio remodel.

William Conte

Mar 2025

“The best part of a great vacation is coming home to my Mia Rao designed home after a trip.”

The best part of a great vacation is coming home to my Mia Rao designed home after a trip! Mia and her team understood my vision, respected my budget and their communication throughout the process was flawless. The entire project was a joy working with Mia Rao.

Kelly Wood Sexton

Mar 2025

“We used Mia and her team for a kitchen and back of the house renovation.”

We used Mia and her team for a kitchen and back of the house renovation. We are thrilled with our new spaces! Mia and her team are excellent- highly recommend!!!

Julie O

Apr 2020

“I have been working with Mia Rao and her associates for over 3 years now.”

I have been working with Mia Rao and her associates for over 3 years now. Mia and her team helped me design and build my home which started with the floor plans and went all the way up to the finishing touches. I couldn't be more pleased with my experience with them from start to finish. If you are looking for a firm who is professional, but also takes the time to understand one's visions and desires, and really listens to you, and actually hears what you are saying, they are the right people for you. We have been living in our new home for almost three years now, and I still reach out to Mia and Robyn for ideas about the house moving forward. They helped me build my house which then turned it into a home, which we truly love. I really enjoy working with them and have appreciated the relationship we have established throughout the years. We kept the relationship professional but I also feel like they have become part of our home and our family! They have been a true blessing!

Stacey Zontini

Apr 2020

“Mia and her team helped us re-design our kitchen and it was a great experience.”

Mia and her team helped us re-design our kitchen and it was a great experience. My husband and I have some strong design opinions and Mia was able to help us channel those into a kitchen we love. She was also very helpful in areas where we were indecisive. She's helped us with other areas of our home as well. It's a very reassuring feeling working with her - she's very experienced and knows how to get a successful project completed.

Emily Weber

Dec 2019

“This firm defies the myth that interior designers are focused on pushing their own aesthetic.”

This firm defies the myth that interior designers are focused on pushing their own aesthetic. We came to them with a significant renovation budget and vision and their designers produced ideas time after time that always hit the mark. Mia and her team give top notch service!

Zack Schultz

Dec 2019