Testimonials

Do you know an awesome designer, but she lives hours away? Not a problem if that

designer is Neica Raker LTD. We bought a home in NC a year ago and were in the

process of relocating from Michigan. We decided to have the entire interior of the

house repainted. We were also ready to start shopping for new furniture. One video

call with Neica and we were able to pick out 5 different paint colors for our home. She

sent us samples of these colors and then helped us decide on details such as trim and

ceiling colors. We were thrilled with the results.

Next came the furniture selection. We started with the game room as I found a

Compass high top table that I loved. Neica also loved it and helped me find a great

buffet piece to store our games and puzzles! We then moved on to the dining room

where Neica helped us design a less formal sitting area/bar. She suggested 4 swivel

chairs and a round table. The result is my favorite room in the house. Neica was able

to help place the orders for the furniture and establish the delivery plans. Neica was

available and her follow-up was timely and relevant. We love our new house and the

guidance from Neica made it a home!

Jean & Carey Rakich, Southport, N. Carolina

“A stunning visual presentation requires a clear vision of the interplay between the essential elements [color, materials, dimension, shape and placement] to arrive at the best aesthetic solution. The ability to consistently achieve this requires the application of innate talent and acquired skill polished with a reservoir of experience. Because I do not possess the “right stuff”, and recognize the attendant risk of wasting money, I have employed a half dozen Designers over the years to have my homes present a pleasing, well thought out appearance.

Regardless of the size and scope of the project, if you want beautiful results, I recommend without hesitation and reservation you employ the services of Neica Raker Interiors Ltd. I retained her services to complete a full renovation of my home [also exterior color palette] including finishing out the basement. A Neica Raker design plan is not simply a dramatic visual statement, it is also functional, practical, and an outstanding value. Beyond her impressive design capabilities, I appreciated and highly valued her:

  • Clear and direct communication – She listened to my thoughts on the “look” I was seeking but never hesitated to propose the best solution and explain why.

  • Commitment – My project was a clear priority, and she was my partner in completing it in a timely, cost-effective, and efficient process.

  • Customer Service – Great ideas to control costs, well connected to design resources [e.g. contractors, furnishings, suppliers], and always easy to contact with a prompt response.

Of course, don’t take my word, ask Neica for a tour of my home and see her work for yourself!”

Carole & John Sloan, Granville Ohio

"We have had the opportunity over the past twenty-plus years to work with Neica Raker Interiors on several projects in our home locally in Ohio. It was good fortune that we enlisted Neica to assist us with building our island vacation home. Mike and I were overwhelmed with the process of picking out colors, fixtures, furniture, fabrics, etc. Neica started with a simple seashell. Working off the palette of the shell, she created a nautical dream home. Neica stepped in with all of her knowledge and experience from the beginning phase of work and assisted us in making these decisions, thereby transforming a stressful time into a very enjoyable one. She worked very well on a timeline and stayed within the budget we had provided her. Neica has a gift for design. It is for this reason that we ask Neica for assistance with all our home projects."

Sarah & Mike Rapp, North Captiva Island, FL

“Neica is a true color expert. She recently chose our exterior paint colors (house, trim, shutters, front door, and deck) and we couldn't be happier with the results. We have worked with her in the past for interior projects, and are so thankful for how easy she makes color selection. She is always spot-on and is a pleasure to work with. We cannot recommend her enough!”

Jonathan and Heather Downes, Granville, OH

"There we sat in the living room of our new condo surrounded by 17 (yes, seventeen!) binders of carpet samples, 14 samples of luxury vinyl planking, and dozens of paint color samples – and the painters were arriving in two days! We had to make some decisions and we were no closer to doing so than we had been two weeks before. Thank goodness, I recalled that Neica had worked with me ten years earlier, helping me select colors for the interior of my home. I found her number and called. Yes, she could help. Yes, she could meet us on short notice. And yes, we are so pleased with the results. Neica asked us about the use and purpose we envisioned for each room in the condo; she asked us about the atmosphere we wanted to evoke; she asked us about the style and colors of our furnishings. She listened with care and explained her recommendations and the rationale for each of them – flooring, carpeting, wall colors, and trim colors. We followed her advice to the letter and could not be more pleased. The condo is beautiful, welcoming, and comfortable. We cannot recommend Neica highly enough and we will certainly work with her in the future."

Mary Tuominen and Dave Hollinberger, Granville, OH

"I have known Neica for 30 years both personally and professionally. During that time she has not only become a friend but an inspiration and I am honored to vouch for her character and qualifications. Neica has had a long-standing design business that has not only helped me with design but that has excelled at helping many clients fulfill their dreams and expectations. Her ability to forecast color trends while simultaneously ensuring her selections enhance spaces with longevity is second to none. I still remember the first color she specified for me 20 years ago and how lovely and relevant it was then and still is now in 2017. Additionally, Neica is a smart worker. She works efficiently to maximize her output while maintaining the highest standards of service through organization and delegation. Her ability to balance a design business with nothing but praise from customers and a successful full-time job is extraordinary. The enterprising attitude she possesses needs little management and has served her well to get the jobs done the way she says they will be done."

Holli Holmes, Murfreesboro, TN

"There is no question that spending the money for a paint color consultation with Neica was one of the best investments I have ever made. She arrived with her paint samples and quickly picked the perfect shade for our exterior doors. It would have taken me many samples and numerous trips to the paint store to do what Neica did in a short amount of time."

Linda James & Tom Baxter, Esq., Granville, OH

"Neica has provided both color consultation and design services for our new home. The color palette she recommended worked wonderfully to create the atmosphere we had envisioned for our home. She is easy to work with and has been able to understand our likes and dislikes and frame them in the context of tasteful décor recommendations."

Jack and Maria Kehl, Granville, OH

"I've had the pleasure of collaborating with Neica since the inception of Neica Raker Interiors, Ltd. on both commercial and residential applications. I can truly say her exceptional sense of style and taste, along with her ability to "hear" her clients produce top-notch results! While working with Neica on a challenging commercial job, she transformed a sterile waiting room into a student-friendly and conducive learning environment. Our students were able to relax, connect with peers, and refresh on their breaks during long days of training. The transformation of this area also allowed us to host our clients in a professional yet warm atmosphere. Whether your needs are commercial or residential, Neica will transform your business or home into a welcoming setting."

J. Bruner, Nashville, TN

"We recently worked with Neica to select exterior paint colors for our village home. Neica did such an amazing job helping us choose colors that matched the existing roof while accomplishing our main goal of creating an exterior that blends with the natural surroundings of our home. Neica was a pleasure to work with and we will not hesitate to work with her again on future projects."

Todd and Tammy Staats, Granville, OH

After years of replacing cedar boards on the exterior of our house due to sun,

water and insect damage, my husband and I decided to replace all of our siding

with James Hardie in a board and batten design. Having had a monochromatic

exterior for several years and wanting something different, we struggled with

what color(s) to choose. After multiple trips to the paint store, a friend

recommended Neica to us and we are so grateful that she did! Neica quickly

assessed our style and desire for a color palette that was updated and would

“pop” but would also stand the test of time. We now have a three-color palette

that coordinates perfectly with the stone around our front entrance and our roof.

The base and batten siding are in one color, the trim in another and our exterior

doors and garage doors are in a third color that matches perfectly with the metal

color of our new gutters. We were hesitant to have the gutters stand out but

Neica convinced us that it would really make our house “pop” and she was

correct! A couple of months later when we decided to replace the deck on the

back of our house, we consulted with Neica again to make sure the color we

chose would complement everything else. Neica is very responsive, easy to work

with, and has a great sense of color and design. We highly recommend her and

look forward to partnering with her in the future!

Shari and Tom Bruck, Granville, OH

"When building a new home, I contacted Neica Raker Interiors for interior design assistance. Since then, I continue to contact Neica for help with specific projects. Neica's keen, trained eye enables her to readily narrow choices and offer effective suggestions. She is highly efficient, very knowledgeable, and quite perceptive."

Lynn & John Straker, Granville, OH

"Neica Raker Interiors has made our home perfect! Neica has a knack for listening to her clients and assisting them as they find the style that best reflects their personalities. Neica's many years in the business have given her the tools to guide busy people at their pace to create the beautiful home that they want and deserve. IT DOES NOT TAKE LONG TO TRUST THAT WHATEVER NEICA TOUCHES WILL BE BEAUTIFUL. NEICA CAN TURN A DRAB ROOM INTO A WOW ROOM IN JUST ONE MEETING!"

Tara & Bob Parsley, Granville, OH

"I recently retained Neica to stage a country home just before I hired a photographer to shoot the home. The advice she gave was very useful and delivered in a professional manner (very important to me!). She suggested changes that opened up the home, made it flow well, and look very inviting. We had several showings, and we had a contract in 13 days! I will be listing my own home soon, and I will get Neica on board to stage that as well!"

Joy F., Realtor, Columbus, OH

"Neica is so easy to work with.  She never insists on her ideas over the choices of her client.  When I see pictures of her various projects, I realize how diverse her skills and vision are;  however, they all have one thing in common.  The finished project is warm and stylish and inviting.  Her sense of color is spot on.  My personal favorite:  Choosing roofing to coordinate perfectly with the exterior color of our house.  Neica is a professional who always follows through on every detail until her customer is satisfied."

Judy Stansbury, Granville, OH

"We contracted Neica to select paint colors for our newly purchased home in Portland, OR. With the use of Facetime, Neica selected the perfect paint colors for our entire interior. We will be contracting Neica to select colors for our exterior as well. We were amazed at how perfectly and effortlessly this process transpired!"

A.K.H. & B.R.H, Portland, OR

"My first collaboration with Neica was in 2000 when we were building a new home and I needed someone to help me with all of the paint and finish decisions that needed to be made. I was really happy with the results. Neica and I have continued to work together for 17 years. She helps me keep my home fresh and up-to-date with current paint colors and accessories. She has always conducted herself in a professional manner in regard to communication, billing, and quality of work. Her rates are reasonable. She is cost conscience on behalf of her clients and my projects were always complete and on budget. I would highly recommend working with Neica."

Cindy Wilkins, Granville, OH

"I highly recommend Neica without reservations. She has helped me in my home and office and her recommendations are practical, economical, and sophisticated. Her staging advice has been invaluable. She is well worth the investment." 

Meg Grossman, LISW, Granville, OH

"We recently worked with Neica selecting paint colors for the interior of our home. We are thrilled with the results and thankful for her recommendations. She has a tremendous eye for incorporating existing space, furniture, and colors; and we are so appreciative for her input. We look forward to our next project with our “new” home. Thank you, Neica!"

Jennifer & Ben Barton, Granville, OH

"NRI, Ltd. was hired to update and completely redesign my screened-in porch. This included custom seat cushions for chairs and love seat, rug, throw pillows, and several furniture pieces. This was a critical project in that the porch is located in a high-traffic area and presents a "first impression" that is important to friends and potential clients. The NRI service level was extraordinary-e.g.-the custom cushion company made a mistake (size) in their production and NRI coordinated the fix in a timely and efficient fashion (no additional cost to me.) I highly recommend NRI, Ltd.-exquisite taste level and that wonderful service!!"

Bruce Collen, Granville, OH

"When my husband and I were building our home, I was overwhelmed with all of the decisions I was facing. Neica has a wonderful gift for not only being able to see the big picture but knowing just what would look perfect in our new home. I couldn't have been happier with everything Neica helped me select. I will forever be grateful to Neica for helping me turn my house into a home."

Sue Kent, Bryn Du Estates, Granville, OH

"Neica is a joy and fun to work with on every project. Not only is she very creative, knowledgeable, and talented, she is also efficient, dependable, and considerate. She is a skilled listener and returns all inquires as soon as possible. Neica had assisted us in updating and renovating every room (and our front porch) of our large century home over the past 13 years. She has guided us greatly in defining our personal tastes while reflecting our lifestyle. After each project, we are always very pleased and completely satisfied!"

Mary Rose & Frank O'Brien-Bernini, Granville, OH

"I have worked with Neica for almost 30 years now. She has helped me with decorating advice on 4 homes. She is a delight to work with; very thorough; listens well; very motivated to understand what the customer wants and to help them achieve that."

Kathy Anderson, Granville, OH

"Neica was able to transform our small outdated bathroom into a spa like master bath. My husband  and I had our heart set on using a vanity we recently purchased and Neica was able to create a design that complimented it wonderfully. She selected the paint color, tile, and fixtures to not only enhance the look of the vanity but also to create a flow with the rest of our small house. We were so pleased with her work that we hired her to choose paint colors for the rest of our home. We also used her expertise when renovating our kitchen. We were able to do all of this over the phone and through email because we live in Annapolis, Maryland. Neica was always easy to reach and responded promptly. We highly recommend Neica for your design and renovation needs!"

K.L. Fratino, Annapolis, MD