Marta Tice, ASID, (434-226-0882) of Downsizing By Design helped me a great deal with downsizing into my lovely new home in Stone Orchard. She designed a new floor plan for the furnishings that I wanted to keep and helped me decide what to purchase, such as a new sofa, area rugs, and curtains. Working with my handymen, Marta helped with the layout of furniture in my living, dining, and guest rooms. She artfully determined where pictures and paintings should be hung that would accent my harp collection and grand piano. She patiently arranged my accessories, understood the task, and encouraged me to hang in there when things seemed upside down. Submitted by Virginia Schweninger. May 2026
I can recommend interior designer Marta Tice (434-226-0882, downsizingbydesign.pro) wholeheartedly. When we decided to sell our big Alexandria house after 40 years and downsize to a small condo, so that we could spend more of our time here at our Wintergreen house, she was good at helping us plan this double move, helping us decide what furniture and possessions would be coming down here, and what would be sold, donated or kept. She kept us focused and organized through the process. When the moving truck arrived at the Wintergreen house, she worked with the movers, advising where everything should go. She then arranged for additional help to assist us with additional unpacking. Marta also has a very good eye for arranging furniture. For me, Marta's most valuable asset was her cheerful support. Moving is so stressful, and her supportive attitude made the whole process more enjoyable! If you are planning a move, Marta is the one to call. Submitted by Michele Reday Cook. April 2025
This summer, interior designer Marta Tice (434-960-6565, martaleapoffaith@gmail.com) guided our replacement of old carpeting with new carpeting and tile and installation of moving shades on our top-floor condo sky windows. She found good contractors and had the work accomplished in a highly satisfactory manner while we were away on vacation. Her fee was reasonable, and she is an interesting person to be around. Submitted by David Peyton. September 2025
