Billet Collins Decorative Painting Studio

Kellie, Amy and Barbara

In 1985

In 1985, founder Barbara Billet donned her hardhat and steel-toed shoes to help with the renovation of DC’s iconic Union Station. Gold leaf and beautifully hand painted architecture is where it all began. Back then, interior designers were just recognizing the artistic value that specialty painting and faux finishes could bring to a project. It was secret sauce that commercial buildings had been using for decades to bring that wow factor to their designs. So when Billet showed her portfolio to the designers at the NSO Showshouse she set the spark that grew to become Billet Collins, a family operated, women owned decorative painting studio.

Today

Today we collaborate with some of the best known and soon-to-be discovered interior design talent. Clients come to us because we offer something different: talented artists with a keen eye for design that makes your business shine.

Our artistry and a strong professional attitude leads to award winning work that is good enough to be seen in print. And for that we’re really proud and grateful!

Working together starts with a conversation. So pull out your fabric swatches and furniture chips. We have some decorative painting ideas for you that will fit the budget and give your project that wow factor!

CONTACT US
Amy working with stencils

Working together is easy

It all starts with a conversation. Email or call us to get started. Here’s the short version because I like lists:

  1. Contact us to schedule a design meeting on the jobsite. Bring your fabric swatches, furniture chips, elevations and all the parts to your design story. We’ll show you a curated portfolio of specialty paint options that are sure to inspire.
  2. We’ll send you a custom estimate for your project. Sign off return with your deposit to get on the sample scheduled.
  3. We’ll create a custom sample just for you! Once approved it’s time to schedule the on site project.
  4. Please come by to admire the work in progress! We love to talk through how the artwork is accomplished and any unique details. Knowing these details makes the artwork even more special.