Jay,
Here is what you need to do. Have you been to the Pacific Design Center yet? It's the best in the country and right in West Hollywood. There are thousands of things to see and they'll help you find a designer. Here is the site:
http://www.thepacificdesigncenter.com/
more info about their referral service:
http://www.thepacificdesigncenter.co...gnservices.htm
Go through a ton of portfolios to find just the style of designer you want.
good luck!
marc