Gary Riggs Design

from D Home Design Book 2023

Yates Desygn

Give us a brief history and overview of your company.

We started in 2004 in a warehouse in Allen that grew to an 18,000-square-foot retail store. We have had a few different locations but are now located in the Design District on Dragon Street.

What product range do you offer, and what do you specialize in?

We deal in middle to very high-end goods. We have most of the major manufacturers. We are blessed to have lines that we stock and sell from the floor, which allows us accomplish many projects quickly with the inventory on hand.

How would you describe the aesthetic of your offerings?

We have a wide range of furniture, accessories, rugs, and art from traditional to contemporary.

What are the cornerstones of your company? What do you feel distinguishes you from your competitors?

We are very project driven. We do everything from one room to an entire home. We travel the United States and have gone as far as Honolulu, Hawaii. We also sell from the floor, so it gives people that instant gratification.

For someone who has never visited your store, what can they expect?

Expect to see the store set up by rooms or environments so it feels like being in a home. Expect different looks, styles, and colors. We carry fine art and have an art gallery with unique art as well.

Are you open to the public or to the trade only?

We are open to the public and also have a designer program.

What upcoming trends or products are you especially excited about for 2023?

The trend of greys and neutrals are on their way out, and color is coming back, so that has been fun to see.

Can you tell us about a particular instance in which you delivered exceptional customer service?

We install homes out of state continuously, taking our own trucks and crew so the installation is smooth. Everything is blanket wrapped and handled with care. We are able to hang art and fill in with accessories to give the space a complete look.

What else would you like our readers to know about you?

We are here to help! We don’t charge for design service.