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By MATT SMITHMIER
In an industry where time, accuracy and coordination are paramount, DesignShop is quietly revolutionizing how construction professionals and designers source samples. Whether you’re overseeing a residential remodel or specifying finishes for a commercial build, DesignShop offers a streamlined, digital-first solution that’s earning praise across the board.
What is DesignShop?
DesignShop is an online platform that allows users to browse, select and order physical samples from thousands of products across key categories, including paint, tile, wallpaper, flooring, countertops, hardware and more.
It’s built by the same team behind Material Bank, which offers a similar kind of sampling service for the architecture and design industry. That platform became so popular that the brand claims it’s now used by more than 65% of interior designers. You might also know its sister site, Samplize, which offers peel-and-stick paint samples.
DesignShop offers some impressive features and offerings to anyone embarking on a home or commercial renovation:
- Multi-category sampling: Mix and match samples from top brands like Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, Kohler, Cambria and Artistic Tile, all in one cart.
- Digital design boards: Create visual mockups of rooms or projects before ordering samples, which allows you to help your team and/or client visualize the combinations you have in mind.
- Next-day shipping: DesignShop is fast: Most orders arrive within 24 hours, making it ideal for tight timelines and on-site decision-making. Plus, get free FedEx Overnight shipping on all orders over $25 at DesignShop.
- Curated looks: Search by room type (office, kitchen, bathroom, etc.) and browse inspirational room layouts and designs. Then, simply add any and all associated samples to your cart with one click — perfect for fast concept development.
- Professional-grade brands: The site includes commercial-grade finishes and fixtures often used in high-end residential and light commercial projects.
DesignShop: Order samples of tile, countertop, flooring and more, and have them in hand tomorrow.
What are users saying?
Reviews from designers, DIYers and construction pros highlight the platform’s speed, simplicity and coordination power:
- “The entire experience, from browsing the website, selecting samples, and receiving my order was flawless. I love the selection of materials, which includes many quality brands, for all aspects of design projects, in one easy-to-shop platform.” – Millie Hart Interiors
- “They have a wide selection of premium brands across multiple categories – countertops, flooring, tile, hardware, wallpaper, paint… all the things you need. … And the samples are large enough to test material combinations together, which is really the whole point.” – Caroline on Design
- “I was able to see right away how my choices looked together, and I didn’t have to leave my house, spend money on gas or use my time driving to various stores. It was amazing and all in one place!” – Favorite Paint Colors blog
Of course, no service is without flaws, and users point out that not every brand is available and the costs can add up if you’re ordering several samples – like countertops, paint, tile, etc. – in one order. But the consensus from users is that those drawbacks certainly don’t outweigh the convenience and selection offered by DesignShop.
Why does it matter for construction pros?
DesignShop offers a centralized way to preview materials before committing, which hopefully means fewer costly change orders and improved client satisfaction. It’s certainly more than a sample service; it’s really a coordination tool for modern construction workflows. Whether you’re building a spec home or refreshing a commercial lobby, the ability to visualize, order and compare materials from one platform is a major win.
