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A1000xBetter

Los Angeles, US

Kirsten Blazek takes a holistic and individualized approach to design. The end results are carefully layered spaces that seamlessly blend both vintage and modern elements for eclectic, nuanced interiors.

Author of A 1000 X Better: A Rebel by Design.

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a bathroom with a bathtub and a plant in it
a bookshelf filled with lots of books and vases
a living room with a large stone fireplace
a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a rug on the floor
a bath room with a bath tub a sink and a mirror
a kitchen with a table and chairs and a bowl of fruit on the counter
a wooden table and chairs in a room
a kitchen with a stove top oven sitting next to a counter
a kitchen with a center island with a bowl of flowers on it
a dining room with a table and chairs
a living room filled with furniture and a wooden ceiling
a kitchen with a table, chairs and a refrigerator
a bedroom with a bed and a large window
a bathroom with a marble counter top and a wooden cabinet

About

Hailing from Scotland, Kirsten carries with her an entrenched love of a refined and storied aesthetic narrative. A1000xBetter has worked with a variety of celebrity clientele and has been featured in AD, Domino, and Dwell to name a few.

A1000xBetter was founded on the principle that design is a nuanced and layered process, requiring us to look past the surface. Fueled by a keen interest in design and a knack for color theory, Kirsten Blazek launched AXB as a home staging company in 2014. What began as a passion project quickly turned into a thriving business endeavor, as AXB became the sought-after staging and design firm in Northeast Los Angeles, and Kirsten the guru of layered, cultivated spaces.

A1000xBetter

can advise on
Furniture and home decor selection and placement
Floor plan layout
Stores and brands to consider
Styling (surfaces, sofas, beds, walls etc.)
Paint/wall treatments and drapery/window treatments
Cabinetry and built-ins
Fixtures, finishes and trims
Construction and remodel ideas
Career advice for aspiring designers
Guidance / second opinion for professional designers

Why a 1:1 Consultation?

Whether your project is a gut renovation or a room in need of a refresh, A1000xBetter can guide you in creating a fully-realized space that you'll love living in.

You can show your space over video, put together a presentation with photos and/or links to walk through over screen-share, or simply chat and take notes. The time is yours to use however is most helpful for you.

The countless decisions of home design tend to be time-consuming and costly. Booking an Expert consultation makes the process easier – and more fun!

Client Testimonials

"The best investment we have made towards our remodel! Not only did Kirsten give me BRILLIANT guidance in the areas I felt completely stuck, she also shared wisdoms and tools that completely transformed the way I had been approaching design. Since our session, my vision has been crystal clear, and once tedious design choices have become effortless. Our home looks and feels like a living and breathing work of art/sanctuary/the place everyone wants to come to dinner. WORK WITH KIRSTEN TODAY!!!!"
Alysse D.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"I was surprised at how helpful a one hour video consultation could be. Kirsten was incredibly helpful at helping me clear the fog and understand why certain things weren't working for me and help me figure out creative solutions. Highly recommend."
Diane B
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"I am thrilled with the expert! Kirsten was so helpful and worth every penny. I’m confident she added value to my remodeling project many times over the consultation fee. Thank you for giving us access to all these incredible talents!"
Elizabeth W.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"I LOVED my call with Kirsten. I got so many actionable ideas from her. I'd brought an agenda, and she was skilled in addressing all the questions I'd outlined, but she also flagged a BUNCH of other things to think about (eg: trim color, furniture height, etc). Kirsten was quick in coming up with recommendations for me and pulled up references to chairs and sofas so I could understand what shapes to look for. - She also helped me avoid a mistakes in design choices I'd been planning to make."
Rebecca S.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Super helpful! Helped me pick out colors and a cohesive design for my kitchen. I would recommend her help to anyone!"
Michael F.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Kirsten was super friendly and fun to spend an hour with. She had looked through the presentation I'd put together and came with thoughts, which helped us get through a lot more than I expected. On the call, we made decisions in areas where I'd been stuck in research mode, and now we can finally finish our kitchen! We even got to discuss the funky layout of our big, dark living and dining room that's just not working at all. An invaluable tool for a self directed renovation!"
Kyle B.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"I had a wonderful meeting with Kirsten! We talked through my proposed plans for furnishing my new apartment, styles of furniture, and how/what colors to incorporate. She also suggested some interesting vendors that I hadn't heard of. Ultimately, I left the call with a clearer picture and more confidence to execute my vision and put everything together. I'd definitely recommend The Expert!"
Samantha K.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"We have a bit of a tricky basement redo to tackle in that it's a blank slate, but with a few big design workarounds (e.g. footings and support beams that can't be moved, but that were taking up a lot of useable space). Kirsten was so great with helping us to elevate our existing ideas, and then come up with ones that we would never have thought of, like ways to incorporate functional storage, additional seating and wall finishes. Thanks for the help, Kirsten - we're excited to get to work!"
Saran J.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Using The Expert to meet with my design hero Kirsten has been one of the best decisions I've ever made! With a remodel of our old Craftsman on the horizon, I truly believe she has saved us from making design mistakes with her expert advice & her trained, talented eye. Meeting someone who's work you admire can be intimidating, but Kirsten's warmth & kindness put all those fears to rest right at the start. I can't recommend Kirsten & The Expert enough! Thanks again Kirsten!"
Joanna L.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Kirsten was able to quickly identify solutions to my areas of concern. She was so easy to talk to and it was wonderful to have someone to bounce ideas off of. She had lots of suggestions for my space and I definitely plan to chat with her again during the next phase of my project. Five stars for sure!"
Brooke D.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"100% worth it. Kristen answered all of our questions. It felt like she was right in the space. Id recommend this expert digital service to anyone and will hopefully continue to work with her again in this format. She was totally present, aware of our spatial limitations and budgetary concerns. Lovely to chat with. I cant imagine a better personality to design with. Incredible eye and discerning to style and incorporating the pieces that matter most. Thank you a1000x better & the expert! "
Rachel S.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Talking with Kirsten was incredibly helpful! She helped me fine-tune many details of my project and helped me prepare to make sure I was well-positioned to work with my general contractor. Highly recommend her as a consultant for your project!"
Cali C.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"This one hour session with Kirsten was incredibly helpful. We are looking to do some aesthetic upgrades without spending too much money -- she knew exactly what we should do to get the look we want but also told us what we should cut and save on. She understood our vibe very well and we were able to quickly get into the details. Our budget would make it impossible for us to hire Kirsten for her interior design work but this hour session made it possible to access her expertise. "
Tina O.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Kirsten was absolutely fantastic! She helped me clarify my vision for the space including a color palette and furniture choices. I walked out of my meeting confident with so many decisions made! She's incredible!"
Michaela T.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"OMG so helpful! We love Kirsten's work and were very pleased with the feedback she gave on our initial design. It was incredibly constructive - we will be implementing all her suggestions. She gave us guidance on how to reposition everything in the room and specific suggestions of furniture and light fixtures. If you're unsure if it's worth the investment in an hour with an Expert - it totally is. We were able to pack a ton of work into the 55 minutes."
Thomasin F.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Kirsten was wonderful. She has great vision and immediately understood what we needed to look at in our house. She has so many amazing ideas! I love the way she looks at space, she thinks profoundly about the way people live and use their spaces. She is a joy to work with, thank you so much Kirsten! "
Ava K.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"We have been consulting with Kristen to help with our home renovation. Our project is a full gut so we were starting from scratch. I needed a lot of hand holding with design concepts- from overall kitchen design, hardware and fixture selections to color palette choices and furniture layout. Kristen was able to help with all of this. We are still in the design process but working on creating a nice cohesive design aesthetic that speaks to who we are while adding that A1000xBetter flair. "
Nicole L.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"I had an amazing experience speaking with Kristen. We covered everything I wanted to discuss and I now have a plan moving forward for our living room. I am also walking away with specific furniture and companies that I love. I hope to meet with her again! "
Maggi G.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Kirsten is amazing. This is my second time working with her and I have enjoyed the process. She helped me avoid many costly mistakes and I have more confidence in managing our home projects now that she has shared her expertise with me."
Roxanne H.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"I throughly enjoyed my consultation with Kirsten! Her professionalism and understanding of my space in a very short time was very reassuring. She promptly directed me to ideas that are attainable. I will definitely use her services again. "
Keely J.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"I cannot rave enough -- that hour with Kirsten was SO incredible!! I have been so stuck with our kitchen remodel (and a few other tricky areas of our house), and Kirsten had amazing instincts on all of them. She immediately zeroed in on our style and had such awesome ideas -- things I absolutely never would have thought of. I am so excited to move forward with our project now -- and to meet with Kirsten again in the future! Truly grateful for her expertise."
Eileen J.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"It was a pleasure to be able to sit with Kirsten. Beyond being a talented designer she is a kind and lovely person. I couldn’t recommend her more highly."
Jonathan B.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"A Great experience! Kirsten is so articulate, her experience and suggestions gave me so much more confidence in my decisions. This was my follow up appointment, she gave great design direction in my first appointment and we covered even more territory in the second. I’m so very excited to see our project come to life."
Keely S.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"We got a lot of value out of the consultation call with Kirsten! Would highly recommend her. She has helped us with a couple projects that came out great. "
Patrick F.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Kirsten is wonderful. Gifted and knowledgeable. She was so insightful and helpful. She immediately clued into the challenges of the space and quickly helped me to solve with brilliant ideas. Her taste is exquisite. I will work with her again. "
Nena R.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Our time with Kirsten was magic. She has an incredible gift in seeing and understanding a space. She combines functionality and stunning aesthetic, while she honors the character of the home. In our time with her, we felt understood and seen. We now have a solid path in moving forward and feel supported! Thank you Kirsten! "
Barbara S.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"I had the best time chatting with Kirsten. She is super kind and genuine and made the most of our time together. Kirsten gave me so many specific tips and suggestions that will help me more confidently approach decorating our home. It was worth every penny and I wish I had signed up to speak with her sooner! What a cool and invaluable experience!! I would recommend the Expert (and specifically Kirsten) to anyone!"
M. S.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Kirsten Blazek, Principal
Verified by The Expert

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