LICENSED DESIGNER & RESIDENTIAL BUILDER · SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN
Valia Design Build brings licensed interior design and residential building expertise to every renovation project in Southeast Michigan. Dana Vagnetti designs every detail before construction begins — and manages every trade through completion. One firm. Zero handoffs.
Envision. Design. Transform.
NCIDQ
Certified
Interior Designer
CIDA
Accredited
Program Graduate
6×
Hour Detroit
Face of Design
12×
Best of Houzz
Award Winner
21+
Years of Design
Experience
Why it matters
Most homeowners know when something is off. The furniture doesn’t feel right. The rooms don’t connect. Every individual decision seemed fine at the time — but the home never came together.
That is not a taste problem. That is a design problem.
Without a trained eye guiding the process, every purchase is a guess. Finishes clash. Scale is wrong. The space looks finished but never feels complete.
Dana Vagnetti has spent 21 years solving this for homeowners across Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, Troy, Rochester Hills, and the surrounding Oakland County communities. Learn more about Dana’s approach, or explore our full interior design and renovation services.
The Valia approach
Every Valia renovation starts with design. Not a contractor’s estimate. Not a mood board. A fully resolved design plan — space plans, material selections, fixture specifications, and finish schedules — completed and approved before a single trade is scheduled.
Construction is available when you want it. Dana holds a Michigan Residential Builder license and manages every trade directly. But design always comes first. That is what separates a Valia renovation from every other firm in Southeast Michigan.
Kitchen Remodeling
Full kitchen design and remodel — layout, cabinetry, countertops, fixtures, appliances, and finish selections. Every decision made before demolition begins.
Bathroom Design & Remodeling
Primary baths, guest baths, powder rooms — designed for function, proportion, and the specific way you use the space.
Whole Home Renovation
Full-home design and construction management. Every room considered as part of a cohesive whole — not a series of isolated projects.
Home Additions
New square footage designed to feel like it was always there. Dana manages the design and coordinates construction from permit to completion.
Basement Finishing
Functional, finished lower levels — home offices, entertainment spaces, guest suites — designed and built to the same standard as the rest of the home.
Fixture & Finish Selection
Complete specification of every material, fixture, and finish — documented in full so what was designed is exactly what gets installed.
Your desire, our vision — from concept to transformation.
Selected projects
Every project shown is a real Valia Design Build engagement — designed by Dana Vagnetti, executed to specification.
How it works
This is what makes Valia Design Build different from every other renovation firm in Southeast Michigan. Dana holds both an NCIDQ interior design certification and a Michigan Residential Builder license — one of very few professionals in the state who holds both. Every renovation is designed in full before construction begins, and managed directly through completion.
01
Discovery Call
A free phone conversation. Dana asks about your space, your goals, and your timeline. No commitment required.
02
In-Home Consultation
Dana visits your home. She assesses the space, identifies what is and is not working, and begins forming the design direction.
03
Design Development
Complete space plans, material selections, fixture specifications, and finish schedules — all resolved before a single trade is scheduled.
04
Selections & Approvals
Every finish, fixture, and material presented for your review. Nothing is ordered or scheduled until you approve it.
05
Construction Management
Dana manages every trade, every timeline, and every delivery. One point of contact from demolition through installation.
06
Final Walkthrough
Every detail reviewed together. Nothing is complete until it is right.
Envision. Design. Transform.
What clients say
6×
Hour Detroit
Face of Interior Design
12×
Best of Houzz
Award Winner
39
Houzz Reviews
5.0 Stars
26+
Google Reviews
5.0 Stars
21+
Years of Design
Experience
Where we work
Valia Design Build serves homeowners throughout Southeast Michigan — with a primary focus on Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne County communities. Projects are accepted based on scope and fit — not geography alone.
Before you reach out
“Do I need an interior designer for a renovation or just a contractor?”
A contractor builds what they are told. A designer ensures what gets built is worth building. Dana brings both — NCIDQ certified interior design and a Michigan Residential Builder license — so the vision and the execution are never separated.
“How do I know my renovation will stay on budget?”
Every material, fixture, and finish is specified and priced before construction begins. There are no design decisions made mid-construction — which is where most renovation budgets fall apart. Scope is defined upfront. Changes are documented and approved before they happen.
“Can I use my own contractor?”
Yes. Dana provides complete design documentation — space plans, specifications, finish schedules, and material selections — that any qualified contractor can execute. Construction through Valia is always an option, never a requirement.
No obligation · No pressure · Just a conversation
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Frequently asked questions
Look for a Michigan Residential Builder license — it is the required credential for residential construction in the state. Dana Vagnetti holds both a Michigan Residential Builder license and NCIDQ interior design certification, making her one of very few professionals in Southeast Michigan who can design and build under one roof.
A renovation restores or updates an existing space — new finishes, fixtures, and surfaces without changing the structure. A remodel changes the layout or function of a space — moving walls, reconfiguring rooms, or adding square footage. Dana handles both, and the distinction is confirmed during the consultation.
Most structural work, electrical updates, and plumbing changes require permits in Michigan. Dana manages the permit process as part of construction coordination — you do not need to navigate it yourself.
Full design-build renovations with Valia Design Build start at $25,000. Every project is scoped individually based on the space, the scope of work, and the level of specification required. The first step is a free phone call — not a financial commitment.
Before you hire anyone else. Design decisions made after construction begins cost significantly more than decisions made before it. Dana completes the full design before a single trade is scheduled.
Scope determines timeline. A focused bathroom remodel may conclude in weeks. A full kitchen renovation with custom cabinetry and structural changes takes longer. Dana gives you an honest timeline during the consultation.
Yes. Dana is the designer and the project manager on every Valia engagement. There is no junior staff, no handoffs, and no subcontracted project management.
Yes. Dana provides complete design documentation — space plans, material specifications, fixture schedules, and finish selections — that any qualified contractor can execute. If you have a trusted builder already, Dana designs the project and hands off a complete package. Construction through Valia is always available if needed.
Your desire, our vision — from concept to transformation.
The first step is a free phone call. Dana will listen to your project, answer your questions, and tell you honestly whether Valia Design Build is the right fit. No obligation. No pressure.
Or call directly: (248) 205-6690
