A Midwesterner at heart, I was born and raised in Des Moines, went to school in Madison, and have lived in Chicago since 2007. With 10+ years of experience as an interior designer, my design work echoes these strong Midwestern roots -- friendly and welcoming spaces that are comfortable, classic and timeless. Prior to opening Claire Barnes Design, I worked as an interior designer in Madison both for a residential interior design firm and a firm that specialized in residential, hospitality and commercial interior design. I also worked in Chicago as an interior designer for a residential real estate development company, and a hospitality architecture and design firm. When I started branching out on my own, I wanted to provide a service for couples and families in the city who were in search of affordable, well-designed homes. Claire Barnes Design provides customizable interior design services that allow clients to create beautiful, comfortable spaces within their budget.