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address: "250A Magnolia Ave., Larkspur, California 94939, United States"
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rating: 5
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# Candace Barnes

Original Houzz profile: [Candace Barnes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/candace-barnes-pfvwus-pf~1040446232)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators
- **Location:** Larkspur, CA
- **Serves:** San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles, Europe
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews)

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Houzz Influencer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 25,000 Ideabook Saves

Candace Barnes, Inc. is a high-end interior design firm based in San Francisco and founded by CEO and creative director Candace Barnes, who draws her inspiration from other cultures, nature, art, music and literature. Candace Barnes Inc. includes Candace's artisan-ally crafted custom furniture line and her 17th to 20th Century European antiques showroom, along with representation of contemporary artists.

Candace Barnes Design Studio is a full service, award winning, highly skilled design firm in the area of residential design, architecture, and interior architecture with projects nationwide. Projects have been published in national Design Magazines and Candace has appeared on NBC, HGTV, among others. Candace has a degree in interior design/architecture, and has studied fine art, is a high-end Antique Dealer, and an accomplished landscape designer, with 30 years of professional experience.

Candace Barnes Design has executed projects for Urban Planners, Doctors, Actors, Authors, Wine Makers, Technical Professionals, Venture Capitalists, among others. These projects have encompassed high-end luxury to spare contemporary interiors featuring important art collections.

### Services Provided

- Interior Design
- Furniture Design
- Residential Architecture
- Landscape Design
- Art Consultation
- Purchasing Support
- Turnkey

### Areas Served

- San Francisco
- New York
- Los Angeles
- Europe

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Candace Barnes |
| Address | 250A Magnolia Ave., Larkspur, California 94939, United States |
| Phone | (415) 431-1018 |
| Website | http://candacebarnes.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 368 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/pages/candace-barnes-inc/151765278248181
- LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/pub/candace-barnes/3b/970/636
- Blog — http://www.candacebarnes.com/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Candace Barnes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/candace-barnes-pfvwus-pf~1040446232)
- **Website:** http://candacebarnes.com
- **Phone:** (415) 431-1018

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Best Showcase Room 2008 California Home & Design

**Affiliations**
- [American Society of Interior Designers](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-interior-designers-pfvwus-pf~1510192642)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews**

### All 6 reviews

**★★★★★ — McGriff Architects, June 2015**

> As an Architect, I have collaborated with a number of interior designers over the years. When I work with Candace I can always trust that she will bring compassion, joy, and a sense of wonder to the project. through her design as well as her person. She is a professional through and through as well as an true advocate for the client's vision.
>
> -Benjamin McGriff

**★★★★★ — Jaimie Belew Interior Design, Jan. 2015**

> Candace Barnes has an amazing eye for antiques and furnishings...over the years I have worked with Candace to find my clients the best of the best. Her free spirit mind adds to custom projects that we work on together for my clients.

**★★★★★ — Adeeni Design Group, May 2013**

> As an interior designer, antique dealer, and furniture designer Candace has the respect of her colleagues, and I am only one of her many admirers.  Blessed with exquisite taste and great intuition, she creates luxurious and enduring interiors that captivate down to the most delicate of details.  And her custom furnishings are sought after by her colleagues.  Everything Candace touches is elevated by her magic, and the results speak for themselves.

**★★★★★ — conniehomd, Dec. 2012**

> Candace and her team were outstanding.  She has an outstanding eye for design, space planning and detail.  She is just a really nice and wonderful person.  I highly recommend her.

**★★★★★ — Seana Stockton Interiors, Oct. 2012**

> As a designer myself, I admire Candace. She is an amazing talented designer whose work is elegant and timeless, it speaks for itself. Her taste is exquisite and her design is impeccable. She is an inspiration to so many of us. How grateful we all are to have someone like Candace in our world.

**Comment from Candace Barnes:**

> Thank you so much Seana. You are an inspiration yourself.
> Best
> C.

**★★★★★ — Applegate Tran Interiors, Aug. 2012**

> As a client of Candace Barnes Antiques I can say she has an amazing eye and taste!  I also have been an admirer for her design work at the Veranda Showcase and San Francisco Decorator's showcase homes.  If I was not a interior designer myself I would definitely hire Candace to design my homes.

## Selected projects

- [SF Decorator Showcase](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sf-decorator-showcase-pj-vj~1097677)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Belvedere Designer Showcase](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/belvedere-designer-showcase-pj-vj~123477)
  - Location: Belvedere, CA
  - Photos: 6
- [Nob Hill Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nob-hill-residence-pj-vj~123446)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 14
  - Description: This is a stunning 2 bedroom apartment at the very top of Nob Hill with marvelous south east light. It has a lovely floor plan, which is open and airy featuring a wood burning fireplace and walk out terrace. The challenge was the 8 foot ceilings. Consequently, all the drapery, the grand scale mirrors, etc. went completely to the ceiling, adding the vertical, visual that was necessary. We used a lot of mirrors and reflection to enhance the views and the light, along with blue accents because of t…
- [SoMa Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/soma-residence-pj-vj~123335)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 9
- [Brentwood Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brentwood-residence-pj-vj~123390)
  - Location: Brentwood, CA
  - Photos: 14
  - Description: This was a very exciting opportunity sponsored by Veranda Magazine in Brentwood, California, where we were invited to partake in this Decorator Showcase with the top designers from Los Angeles. We were given the whole master suite which encompassed the bedroom, dressing room with tub, a split bath, and outside terrace. The inspiration was actually the sweeping lawns and sycamore tree outside the french doors in bedroom. We tried to create a contemporary feel with some traditional elements concen…
- [Ashbury Heights Residence 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ashbury-heights-residence-2-pj-vj~125387)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 27
- [Ashbury Heights Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ashbury-heights-residence-pj-vj~123358)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 15
- [San Francisco Decorator Showcase](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-francisco-decorator-showcase-pj-vj~123337)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [St. Helena House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/st-helena-house-pj-vj~6444262)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5

[See all 9 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/candace-barnes-pfvwus-pf~1040446232)

## Community Q&A

**Q: who makes this light fixture? it's stunning!** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: It's called " And Why Not" Chandelier from Lasvit.
check out the link below!!
https://www.lasvit.com/lights/products/and-why-not--61?i=0

**Q: where can i find this or a similar white  porcelain vase like the one** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: This particular vase, we found one of a kind. I would recommend checking an antiques dealer who imports from Asia.

**Q: Can you please tell me where can I find the lamp on the nightstand?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Hi, yes, the lamps were pieces from my antique collection.

**Q: WHERE COULD I FIND TH CHANDELIER** *(in Photo Questions)*

WHERE COULD I FID THE CHANDELIER
TKS

A: Hi Josie, thank you! We do sell online. You can always email us at info@candacebarnes.com with any item you are interested in. And although we don't pay for the shipping, we may get you some of the best shipping rates. So yes, we may ship to anywhere.

**Q: Where can I find the light fixture?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: This is a light fixture early 19th century from Paris with alabaster and bronze faces with undulating snakes from the Empire period. I have a showroom in the Design District in San Francisco at 101 Henry Adams \#130 where feature antiques and my custom furniture line. Come visit! \*\*\*I still own this chandelier and I can't part with it. It truly is one of a kind\*\*\*

**Q: Can you tell me more about the dresser please** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: This is an 18th century Bombe\` commode from Paris. It is Pearwood with original hardware and was the first piece I ever bought in Paris. It has since been sold but come visit our showroom in the Design District in San Francisco at 101 Henry Adams \#130. We feature many beautiful antique commodes.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*