Cosmic Ray Designs

There is a story to be told about a Christmas decorator and his home. Stay tuned for a story told by photos that our dog Daisy May did not witness alone.

It’s finally done!! Thank you to Jeremy Teel, Jordan Bell, and my husband Gabriel Sanchez for helping me make this happen! And of course, to the Alley Theatre and their wonderful staff Brittney and Lauryn. I’m so grateful for this opportunity! Seems 18’ tree at George R. Brown Convention Center!! This is all for Deck the Trees for the Alley Theatre. Support the local arts!

First install of the season! It’s here already! Thank you Sherry with for trusting me this season year. I hope you and your clients enjoy the season with designs by . Thank you to for helping me make this happen! And my husband Gabriel!

I am so honored to have been voted Best Christmas Decorator and Best Interior Designer! I do more seasonal work these days but I am so honored to have been in these categories alongside other amazing businesses and designers! Thank you for this honor!

I am now on the ballot for Best Christmas Decorator! Please go and vote! https://www.outsmartmagazine.com/2025/08/gg2025-2/ #/gallery/504161911/

✨🌟 Big news, friends! 🌟✨
I have been nominated in the OutSmart Magazine Gayest & Greatest 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards! 🏆 This is such an exciting honor, and I would be so grateful for your support.
From sparkling holiday trees to magical interior & exterior displays, my passion has always been creating joy-filled spaces that bring people together. 💫 Now, I’d love your help to step into the spotlight and shine even brighter!
🗳️ Voting is August 25th through September 5, 2025!
👉 Head to outsmartmagazine.com/gg2025 to cast your vote.
Every single vote means the world—thank you for cheering me on and for being part of this journey.🎄✨

Congratulations to the 2024 winners! It was an honor being a part of Deck the Trees once again! I am ready for Deck the Trees 2025!

What a great night at for the holiday party!! Always a pleasure to see and all the amazing people that were there. Wonderful to meet Lucio Nieto! What a wonderful soul!

The print magazine is out! Get your issue today!

I had the amazing opportunity to be on the cover of ! I am so honored to be able to share my story about my love for Christmas decorating! Read the article and make sure to get your paper issues next week! Thank you for the great photos and for this opportunity! Go see my tree at the ! Here is the article: https://www.outsmartmagazine.com/2024/12/raymond-valdez-interior-designer/.

This Christmas decorating season isn’t even over yet, but it has been wonderful. Thank you to my great crew , .info, Zayana, Eli, and my crew for a great season so far! I still have more to do but I am grateful!

The website is back! Www.cosmicraydesigns.com is up and running. I am updating the inventory and will start adding more seasonal ready to buy garland, wreaths, and more. Stay tuned!