Testimonials | Basilia Interiors

"One area where Andrea excels is in visual communication. Everything she does, even something as simple as a schematic diagram, is always beautiful. Her hand sketching and rendering skills are extraordinary. She has really taken to Photoshop, and I believe she’ll continue to deepen her understanding of this complex program. Her skill in layout and design is evident in her portfolio.

Andrea holds herself to high standards. She often goes above and beyond what is required for a project. Her passion for design propels her to make every project the best it can be, often taking on complex design ideas rather than doing something simple, because of her love for design.

I recommend Andrea with absolute confidence."

-Jessica Newman

Associate Professor

Lead Faculty for the Interior Design Program

"A fact that was recognized at our National Sales Meeting this year Andrea has made a significant contribution to [our company] . Since her hire, Andrea has raised the visual merchandising within our stores to a new level. She has taken what was a position which at one time dealt with visual merchandising at the most mundane level and expanded visual merchandising at [our company] to become a strategy and an attitude of commitment to visual excellence within our stores. She consistently works to keep this attitude, this discipline, alive and to constantly challenge the methodology and execution of our merchandising plans."

-Mr. MSpringer

Director of Corporate Image

"She has met or exceeded every deadline and adjusts projects to constructive instruction with ease and professionalism.

Andera works seamlessly in groups and is well liked by her

peers and professors. She mentors others without prompting and works in collaboration with peers to understand new skills. It is not uncommon to witness her interacting between sessions with her peers or her professors."

-Joe Lucido

Head of the Architectural Department,

Academic Advisor and professor

Andrea was essentially the curator of the lingerie museum. A museum dedicated to the history of Hollywood and it’s connection to past and present Hollywood that is featured in all guidebooks to Los Angeles and Hollywood.

-Marc C.

Visuals/Creative Director

"Andrea is highly innovative, tenacious, and creative and has displayed excellent design abilities. It is clear to me that Interior Design is Andrea’s passion, and she aspires to be successful.

Andrea is talented and she is excellent at time management and whatever task she is given; she completes it with the utmost devotion. I am sure Andrea will continue to pursue her education in Interior Design with the same sincerity and dedication."

-Sherrie Pantalon

NKBA San Diego Chapter President

CMKBD, CID, CAPS, Allied ASID

"Andrea has staged several of my listings! She not only staged them but was involved in the rehab prior to the staging, making sure that the homes showed optimally! Not only did we generate multiple offers because of her work, but also higher offers and most importantly, the appraisal came in at a higher value. Andrea is reliable and exceeds expectations and her visuals are outstanding, resulting in more showings, more buyers, better offers and less turn-around time! I highly recommend her expertise, you will not regret it!"

-Ellen Zittinger, Realtor

Presidential Real Estate Services

Andrea has formed a strong partnership with merchants and store operations so that input and concerns from both groups are seamlessly woven into a focused and strategic visual merchandising plan. In addition to her commitment to this aspect of her job Andrea has also been greatly involved in the presentation of [our company] at PR and corporate events She played a vital role in the success of our last National Sales meeting from a strategic as well as tactical standpoint.

I not only value Andrea in her role as Visual Planner, I also rely on her input and appreciate greatly her candor and honesty regarding projects or any aspects of her or my work. Andrea is not just a pleasure to work with, her commitment to her work and her straight forwardness is refreshing and valued.

-Mr. MSpringer

Director of Corporate Image

Andrea was instrumental in the creation of standards and procedures for effective visual presentation strategies. Her insights and her creative problem solving was a great help, as was her no-nonsense attitude and clarity regarding schedules and budgeting. Her ability to perform while maintaining an integrated and team-focused approach was a refreshing and welcome benefit. Andrea has a strong work ethic and an excellent aesthetic sense as well as a strong ethical sense. I would recommend her highly for any position or opportunity.

-Mr.MSpringer

Director of Corporate Image

I recommend Andrea Rebecca Melara with the utmost confidence. Throughout our long-standing relationship, I have consistently found her to be an individual of remarkable integrity and trustworthiness exemplifying honesty and truthfulness in all she does. Andrea embodies the qualities of a true leader. She is not only caring and supportive as a friend but also approaches challenges with resilience and grace. Her character shines through in every aspect of her life, and she has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to honesty, humility and ethical principles. Sincerely, I firmly believe that any organization would greatly benefit from her contributions. Andrea is a dedicated and dependable individual whose presence will enhance any team. I can confidently assure you that you will not be disappointed in choosing to work with her.

-Lissa Zapperdino

Riverside County Sheriff Chaplain

-Lissa Zapperdino

Riverside County Sheriff Chaplain

At a home gathering at the residence of Vern Grose (see below), after observing and analyzing for some time, the inquisitive 4 year old that I was, he remarked to my mother:

"Your daughter Andrea is a very precocious child. Keep an eye out for her!"

-Dr. Vernon Leslie Grose

Business Week as a founding father of the application of systems methodology to managing risk

Originator of SMART (Systems Methodology Applied to Risk Termination

Applied Physics Staff at The Boeing Company

National Transportation Safety Board & National Highway Safety Advisory Commission, Member-President Ronald Reagan Appointee

NASA Safety Advisory Group for Space Flight in 1969, Dr. Wernher von Braun appointee

He was right, it's innate!

"I recommend Andrea Rebecca Melara with the utmost confidence. I have consistently found her to be an individual of remarkable integrity and trustworthiness exemplifying honesty and truthfulness in all she does. Andrea embodies the qualities of a true leader. She approaches challenges with resilience and grace. Her character shines through in every aspect of her life, and she has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to honesty, humility and ethical principles. Sincerely, I firmly believe that any organization would greatly benefit from her contributions. Andrea is a dedicated and dependable individual whose presence will enhance any team. I can confidently assure you that you will not be disappointed in choosing to work with her."

-Ingrid Phillips

Life Coach