SAN DIEGO, CA, March 22, 2012 (Press-News.org) Designer James Patrick Walters of J.P.Walters Design Associates in San Diego has been awarded "Best Of Remodeling" 2012 by Houzz, the leading online platform for residential remodeling and design. This premier interior design firm was chosen by the more than 1.2 million registered members of the Houzz community.
This "Best Of Remodeling" award for 2012 was given as Design recognition, where the winner's work was the most popular among 1.2 million members, also known as "Houzzers."
"What seems to distinguish the Houzz community is a shared passion for projects that offer original design solutions," suggests Walters. "My goal with what I call 'lifestyle design' is to emphasize a room's intention while soaking the spaces with a client's preferred design flavors."
"Houzz has rapidly become the largest community of active remodelers, providing homeowners and design enthusiasts with first-hand advice from Houzzers who have been through the renovating and decorating process," said Liza Hausman, vice president of marketing for Houzz. "This award signifies prestigious recognition from the Houzz community; we're very pleased to welcome J.P.Walters Design Associates into this elite group of 'Best Of' winners."
With Houzz, homeowners can identify not only the top-rated professionals like J.P.Walters Design Associates but also those whose work visually aligns with their own design goals. Homeowners can also evaluate professionals by contacting them directly on the Houzz platform.
J.P.Walters Design Associates (www.jpwaltersdesign.com) is an award-winning, internationally published interior design firm. At the forefront of San Diego's urban modern design, Jim Walters creates personal spaces that encourage you to curl up and relax. Recognizing trends toward downsizing and sustainability, Jim's projects often feature custom-designed furniture pieces from his Home Retreat Collection, many of which offer versatility through multiple configurations.
Houzz (www.houzz.com) is the leading online platform for home remodeling, providing inspiration, information, advice and support for homeowners and home improvement professionals through its website and mobile applications. Houzz features the largest residential design database in the world, articles written by design experts, product recommendations, a vibrant community powered by social tools, and information on more than 1.2 million remodeling and design professionals worldwide who can help turn ideas into reality. @houzz_inc
J.P.Walters Design Associates is an award-winning, internationally published interior designer firm. At the forefront of San Diego's "soft modern" urban lifestyle, designer James Patrick Walters creates seductive spaces that encourage you to curl up and relax. Recognizing trends toward downsizing and sustainability, Jim often contributes his own custom designed furniture.
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