A generous and responsive professional. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Susan Castor. She helped me with a huge decorating problem and was kind and extremely professional and with a quick resolve. I will definitely work with her again!

- Jean Carberry

I heartily recommend The Castor Collection. They are very easy to work with, always ready to help no matter what the problem, and want everything to be exactly as ordered. I work with Kathy Rumbaugh, and she has always been great. In addition, if we needed another pair of eyes Susan Castor has been willing to add her experience and expertise to the mix. I am among their very satisfied customers.

- Carol Kins

Susan Castor, beyond having the highest professional standards, brings the working relationship of a friend. We always look forward to working with her and benefiting from her outstanding guidance.

- John and Judy Creveling

Susan Castor has been decorating our home since 1976. We are pleased with everything she has done. She has been involved with major and minor projects. Thanks Susan.

- Eddie Mange

We have enjoyed the creative talents of the Susan Castor Collection for 25 years. They have created beautiful home environments for us and our family. They helped create a beautiful, unique office for us also. These stellar ladies of the Susan Castor Collection always considers our budget, our ideas, and the existing furniture pieces we want to keep. They add new pieces, new fabrics and accessories, and work their magic to make our homes comfortable and special. We thank you all again and again!!!

- Paul and Susan Kennedy

Susan Castor has helped me with design decisions for over 20 years. She is always considerate, creative and a pleasure to work with. Both my husband and I have been completely thrilled with her services, and with our home as a result of her talent.

- Patty Nuss

Susan Castor is a wizard! She has an impeccable and sophisticated sense of style. Her talent and experience allow her to magically transform with apparent ease any space to suit any need, any taste, and any budget. When we undertook the project of building our home in Goliad, we had regular meetings with Susan. We called her our “marriage counselor” because we always came away with creative solutions that pleased us both. Susan has surrounded herself with a team of extraordinarily talented people whose professional expertise conquers any challenge with daunting skill. We enjoy the results on a daily basis. Every time we walk into our house we know this is home, and we appreciate the brilliance of our friends at Susan Castor Collection!

- L. J. and Bonnie Cohen

We highly recommend Susan Castor as your designer for a new house, renovation or remake of your existing home. Before you engage an architect, please consult with Susan. We believe one of her best qualities is her ability to listen to your thoughts and concepts. She did a splendid job blending our personalities that translated into the design of our new home in Cinnamon Shore. She reviewed our plans and recommended important features that we would not have otherwise considered. She did an excellent job coordinating everything with our architect and general contractor. Susan’s collections of coastal furniture, art and decorations are simply the best in Texas. Most importantly, she worked within our budget.

- Jim & Carolyn Drone

Susan Castor and her team have proven to be indispensable in the design process for our homes. We have a long history with the firm extending over 16 years and involving three residences. Susan always helps us to focus our needs and desires and graciously leads us to a beautiful result combining her expertise and our own imaginations. Her team is always pleasant, professional, and imminently competent.

- Jim & Carla Hebert

Rhonda Bosquez assisted me in updating my home into the 21st century. I could not be more pleased with the results. With a background in architecture, Rhonda is the perfect person to design any project and this one included a completely new kitchen. Rhonda knows the “language” and easily works with contractors, electricians, plumbers and many professionals required to complete a project. Rhonda was always on call when questions arose. Her attention to detail is unmatched by anyone with whom I have worked. Since I am not a detail person, it was wonderful for Rhonda to take into consideration absolutely every aspect of the project. Every person who comes into my home comments on how beautiful it is…the openness, the light, the colors. My reply is always, “It’s thanks to Rhonda. She designed and decorated it all.” Rhonda is a true professional who made the remodeling process and the excellent results a true success.

- Carroll MatthewsThe Bend Magazine--November 2019

I first worked with Susan Castor Collection on a design project for my orthodontic office. They created an amazing space for my patients and several years later, we still receive comments about the warm, friendly atmosphere of our office space. I was so pleased with the outcome of my office that I commissioned Susan Castor Collection to design the interior of my home. The end result was amazing! They created a beautiful, relaxing home for me to enjoy with friends and family. It’s my own personal resort…there is no reason to ever leave!

- Happy Client

Diann and I are both pleased with the results and the exceptional talents of the Susan Castor Collection and particularly, Rhonda Bosquez, in helping us to Beautify our home during our remodel of a house from the 1960s. Attention to detail, color, arrangements were all pleasing and made the house modern. Great planning and forethought made everything practical for daily use. We could not have done this remodel ourselves. Their guidance in all aspects of the remodel still has impact today as I’ll illustrate below. Our color scheme for the whole house flowed from the stone we picked for the countertops in our kitchen island and work areas. Floors (carpet, tile and stone), walls and cabinets all based on colors in the granite; they were used throughout the house- grays, burnt orange, dark greens – which weren’t naturally seen by the casual observer, but which enhanced the stone and created the theme throughout the house. As a geologist I was most pleased, since I loved the granite (actually metamorphic gneiss). The originals house was a cave – dark and uninviting. Now we have great lighting (and superb placement) throughout the house, including light tunnels that light up the darkest areas without power. Light placement is an important element that we appreciate everyday. Standing next to a cabinet or bureau, or work space the lighting is always in the appropriate place. We have numerous shelves, a library, and an art gallery. When the need arises to illuminate these, the lighting is there. Cabinets were well planned, so that doors did not interfere with each other. Beautiful and unique door hardware makes them not only practical, but elegant. The Susan Castor Collection helped us find excellent craftsmen and artisans who were proud of their work and generally easy to work with. This is always important in the remodel, since you are practically living with them for a great deal of time. Our dreams for the house were realized, and Rhonda Bosquez was instrumental in helping shape much of that vision.

- Frank and Diann Cornish

Rhonda and Judy played a significant role in designing our home. They incorporated their vast ideas to bring our vision to life. They were a pleasure to work with, and always available; we enjoyed having them around.

- Mr. and Mrs. Jere Parrish

We really enjoyed working with Judy and Rhonda. They created a beautiful kitchen, and I smile every time I come through the door. We have many angles in our house, and they were able to make it work. I would recommend Castor Collection to anyone.

- Dr. and Mrs. James Cooper

We have worked with Rhonda on two kitchen remodels, two master bath remodels and one near whole house remodel as well as minor other projects. She is sensitive to budget constraints, responsive, very detail-oriented and persnickety in the best way. We’ve always been really pleased with the results.

- Pat Shackelford & John Wood

Rhonda Bosquez has been designing and decorating my home, room by room, for several years. I love that she "gets" what I like, even when I'm not sure what I like, and does not push her own style and preferences on me. I receive many compliments on my home, but must give the credit to Rhonda. Of course I get credit for hiring her, right?

- Kathleen Day

Rhonda Bosquez has helped us in so many ways over the past 14 years in designing our den, house lighting, rugs, two bathrooms, laundry room, and most recently our kitchen. She has been able to take our simple and traditional taste and still find a way to make a unique and elegant room. Because of her knowledge, we have features in our home we would not think to include. We have bypassed many expensive errors by using Rhonda’s foresight in planning, detail in design and execution of projects.

- Dan and Debbie Shea

I loved working with Castor Collection and Rhonda on our condo redo. Rhonda was wonderful and all of the things we got from her were perfect. We love everything that was done. A great experience! Thank you!!!

- Jane Partlow

To say that the staff of the interior designers at The Castor Collection are imaginative, gifted, innovative, resourceful and skillful is an understatement! I have been a client for many years and have never been disappointed with any of the designers for the products they provide. Not only are they very savvy but they are also on the leading edge of design trends and products. They are always very professional, courteous, considerate and congenial. Kathy Rumbaugh has been my "right arm" for the last two years with a couple of homes we have remodeled. I can't recommend her highly enough.

- Claire Grassedonio

Kathy Rumbaugh was absolutely the most helpful and kind designer I have ever worked with. She went over and beyond what would be expected. She always listened to what I wanted, and she was able to read me like a book. I would work with her again anytime. I love the results in our home.

- Patricia Terry

I heartily recommend The Castor Collection. They are very easy to work with, always ready to help no matter what the problem, and want everything to be exactly as ordered. I work with Kathy Rumbaugh, and she has always been great. In addition, if we needed another pair of eyes Susan Castor has been willing to add her experience and expertise to the mix. I am among their very satisfied customers.

- Carol Kins

The Susan Castor Collection team is focused on the client. We have worked with Kathy Rumbaugh since our two sons were toddlers-both are now in their teens. Throughout the changes in our household and a couple of moves, Kathy has had an eye on the end result-a comfortable and livable home well-suited to our family’s evolving needs. The pieces we have in our home are not only great quality and stand up to the energy level in our home, but are attractive. There have been starts and stops in the design of our home depending on our schedules and budget. Each project has worked perfectly with the others before it and moved us closer to our end desire. The entire team at the Susan Castor Collection is professional and gives the extra effort. Though we no longer live in Corpus Christi, we remain loyal to Susan Castor Collection based on their talent and proven record of customer service. Kathy, you have been great to us!!

- Vilma Luna and Rico Gonzalez

Kathy Rumbaugh was a perfect interior designer for my vacation rental setup. She managed the entire project, made it look like a million bucks (without costing a fortune) and had impeccable taste. She also had great advice on what should and shouldn't be in the rental. I will use her for our next investment property!!! Highly recommend the Susan Castor Collection.

- Rachel Baumgartner

We would never had been able to reach such happiness and success with our remodel without the guidance and support of our designer, Kathy Rumbaugh, and the Susan Castor Collection staff. All our thanks and appreciation!

- Paul and Merritt Kennedy

There are not many retailers that care about their clients after the sale. However, that is where The Castor Collection is set apart from the rest. I want to express my gratitude for your kindness and professionalism regarding our sofa. I must say that I was a bit surprised when Kathy Rumbaugh told me that you were going to correct our sad situation. I am happy to say that it is like having a new piece of furniture. I no longer have to fluff the cushions prior to receiving guests. I have truly enjoyed working with Kathy and by your recent acts; I will continue to be a loyal customer.

- Alisa Kennedy

Rhonda and Judy played a significant role in designing our home. They incorporated their vast ideas to bring our vision to life. They were a pleasure to work with, and always available; we enjoyed having them around.

- Mr. and Mrs. Jere Parrish

We really enjoyed working with Judy and Rhonda. They created a beautiful kitchen, and I smile every time I come through the door. We have many angles in our house, and they were able to make it work. I would recommend Castor Collection to anyone.

- Dr. and Mrs. James Cooper

I called The Castor Collection last year for help in decorating a condominium my wife and I own in Port Aransas that had been damaged by Hurricane Harvey. I had the good fortune of speaking with Judy Buchanan. My initial goal was to obtain help with window treatments but after working with Judy for a short time my wife and I realized how talented she was, and we expanded her role. The result was a condominium we feel is just exceptional. Judy has the best eye for color I have ever seen and in a coastal condominium that made a world of difference. She also has a great sense of placement. I think, though, that the best thing about Judy was her perspective. She never tried to impose her vision for our condominium on us. Instead, she solely wanted to help us achieve our vision. If we asked her what she thought she would tell us, but the rest of the time she was only concerned about what we wanted. If my wife and I have any other decorating projects in the future, Judy will be the first person we’ll call.

- John Skogland