--- title: "Robin Muto — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/robin-muto-pfvwus-pf~1132556666 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1132556666.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Robin Muto" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/ffe36dcd0a3c039a_4593-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "176 Anderson Ave Ste 303, Rochester, New York 14607, United States" latitude: 43.1501 longitude: -77.589 phone: "(585) 232-6030" website: http://www.robinmuto.com rating: 5 review_count: 18 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 317 last_updated: 2026-09-23 --- # Robin Muto Original Houzz profile: [Robin Muto](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/robin-muto-pfvwus-pf~1132556666) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Rochester, NY - **Serves:** Rochester, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, East Rochester, Fairport, Scottsville, Brighton, Fishers - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (18 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2015–2018), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 50,000 Ideabook Saves I design interiors that are an expression of how we perceive beauty and comfort. The diversity of my clients provides an infinite source of ideas that inspire designs that tell their story and reflect their needs and spirit. I approach each project with an open mind. Having preconceived notions will inhibit my ability to be fully present for each client. Authenticity is at the core of 'good design'. Whether I am selecting a new sofa or paint color, or designing an entire room, I help my clients understand the architecture of the space and how it informs the choices for decorating. Harmony creates a sense of comfort which I achieve through a practiced attention to design details in furnishings, fabrics, lighting, artwork and antiques. ### Services Provided - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Color Consulting - Space Planning - Kids Bedroom Design - Custom Cabinets - Lighting Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Custom Built-ins - Floor Plans - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Furniture - Custom Blinds & Shades - Custom Home Bars - Universal Design - Custom Bookcases - Custom Walk-in Closets - Sunroom Design & Construction - Custom Entertainment Centers - Custom Rugs - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Sustainable Design - Custom Shelving - Custom Pantries - Downsizing - Kitchen Remodeling ### Areas Served - Rochester - Webster - Penfield - Pittsford - East Rochester - Fairport - Scottsville - Brighton - Fishers ### Typical Job Cost $40000 - $250000 Costs vary depending on the size and scope of the project. Formal,traditional interiors typically involve more elaborate window treatments, wallpapers and finer fabrics which can add to the total cost of the project. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Robin Muto | | Address | 176 Anderson Ave Ste 303, Rochester, New York 14607, United States | | Phone | (585) 232-6030 | | Website | http://www.robinmuto.com | | Followers on Houzz | 317 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/RobinMutoInteriors?fref=ts - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/robinmuto - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinmuto ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Robin Muto](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/robin-muto-pfvwus-pf~1132556666) - **Website:** http://www.robinmuto.com - **Phone:** (585) 232-6030 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Robin has a B.F.A. in Interior Design from R.I.T. and is a Certified Lighting Designer from the American Lighting Association. Her Art Deco-Bathroom won 2nd place in the Kitchen and Bath Business Magazine annual awards and one of her kitchen designs was featured in New American Luxury Magazine - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2015–2018), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 18 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Genevieve Andrzejewski, Feb. 2018** > Robin was great to work with. She helped create our dream basement incorporating all the things we were looking to have in the space! She was efficient, professional, and helped guide us through many obstacles. We would absolutely work with her again! **Comment from Robin Muto:** > Thanks Genevieve - I'm thrilled that we were able to acheive all your design goals! **★★★★★ — Kate Lynch, Dec. 2017** > I would enthusiastically recommend Robin for any design project. She brings great energy, vision & creativity to each project - working with you to beautifully transform your space. I've worked with Robin on several home projects over past few years. She is definitely one of the best! **Comment from Robin Muto:** > Gee, - thanks Kate, I'm blushing! What kind words...I'm very fortunate to have such nice clients! **★★★★★ — User, Dec. 2017** > Robin has done several projects for us. Always been extremely pleased. The projects covered furniture, window coverings, wallpaper, lighting and paint colors. Robin never “pushed” ideas, rather making sure the plan was consistent with our objectives while offering creative solutions. The most current project was upgrading a room to double as a temporary guest bedroom and library/ reading room. The selected couch serves both purposes perfectly. Would highly recommend Robin. **Comment from Robin Muto:** > Thanks for all the kind words. It has always been a pleasure to work with you > Sincerely, > Robin **★★★★★ — lippad, Dec. 2017** > Design and project management for reconstruction of kitchen, transforming a galley-style to a large open floor plan with lounge space. **Comment from Robin Muto:** > Thanks so much Denise! I enjoyed the project and working with you. **★★★★★ — Theodore S., Dec. 2017** > Robin has helped us with more than one project over the years. We've used her for furniture, kitchen and bath remodels, shades, paint colors, lighting. She has a great ability to present options that match your own personal style. Additionally, she's always professional and on time. We've really enjoy working with her. **Comment from Robin Muto:** > Thanks so much TJ - I really enjoy working with both you and Molly and so happy to be involved in your second home - Sincerely, robin **★★★★★ — Dorene Pizer, Dec. 2017** > When we recently renovated our home we found working with Robin Muto to be a positive experience. In helping us choose tile, fixtures, window treatments and paint color she considered carefully our input and also worked collaboratively with our contractor. We were pleased with her services and found her to be professional and knowledgeable. **Comment from Robin Muto:** > Thank you Dorene! This means alot to me. All best wishes to you and your family > Robin **★★★★★ — User, Jan. 2016** > Robin was great to work with. She helped us choose paint colors for the entire house (3,400sq feet plus basement) and furnish living room and kitchen. She was readily accessible via email/phone. A bit pricey, but we love the end result! **★★★★★ — ruttaro, Jan. 2016** > Robin has assisted us with updates to a twenty year-old house, including new living room furniture and a kitchen remodel and a powder room remodel. She assisted us in deciding to purchase a new, custom designed sofa rather than upholstering a beloved old piece. The result was stunning and the decision now seems obvious. The new kitchen is spectacular. Robin helped us pick out a beautiful combination of cabinets and countertops. In addition to her creativity, I value Robin's responsiveness, patience and easy-going demeanor. **★★★★★ — lcwsbw, Dec. 2015** > We give Robin Muto the highest recommendation in every aspect of her profession. From the beginning, she listed attentively to our expression of the environment we wanted to create. She recognized that we would incorporate much of our existing furniture and art collection, with some additional furniture purchases/construction and all new lighting and window treatments. > We did a total remodeling of our kitchen, two bathrooms, existing foyers and fireplace plus painting throughout. All of the above was on an extremely tight timetable which Robin met or facilitated for us. She worked collaboratively with our contractors, specialists and suppliers. It was a harmonious meshing of efforts throughout. > She has an excellent sense of style and color and respected our choices regarding price points on differing items. No detail was too large or small for her consideration. > We are so pleased with the result that we have already recommended her to others who are also extremely satisfied. **Comment from Robin Muto:** > thank you so much Linda for all the kind words. I am very grateful that you made the time to write this during such a busy time of year. All Best Wishes to you and Sherwin. **★★★★★ — mpizer, Dec. 2015** > Working with Robin has been a collaborative experience. She has listened to my thoughts and has been able to find what was needed to complete the vision I had in mind. Her assistance in paint color selection and lighting design have been extremely helpful. Robin's recommendation of using woven blinds as window treatments has given our rooms the perfect finishing touch. Lastly, Robin worked well with our contractor and other professionals involved with our project. **Comment from Robin Muto:** > Thanks so much for the review. I am very appreciative that you took the time to do this **★★★★★ — ppatel331, Dec. 2015** > Robin has truly been a pleasure to work with. She is a true professional and a skilled interior designer. She also has special qualifications in lighting, an added bonus when working with her. We initially hired Robin to turn our dark and gloomy looking family room into a brighter, more welcoming space. Through her advice, and vast selection of fabrics, carpets, as well as her professional relationships, we were able to complete this task and are thrilled with the results. In starting to furnish our home, my husband and I took a trip to North Carolina to check out the furniture outlets. This trip was a major success only because we had the Robins' guidance throughout our shopping trip. She was available every day and evening by phone and email to review our selections and give us important advice on the pieces. Her knowledge of the various furniture companies and their strengths and weaknesses was also quite helpful. Another aspect of working with Robin which has been great is that although we may not have the same style as Robin in some regards, she is able to work with us, and give us exactly what we want without placing her own personal bias into a project. This has been one of the many reasons why we have loved working with Robin and will continue to do so. We highly recommend her to anyone looking to transform their home or any personal space. **Comment from Robin Muto:** > Parul, I can't thank you enough for showing a glowing recommendation. Because of the popularity of Houzz, having testimonials is extremely beneficial to getting new work. I am especially appreciative that you were able to find the time to do this on such short notice and at such a busy time of year. I am looking forward to working with you to complete your family room. **★★★★★ — Tile Wholesalers, Dec. 2015** > Tile Wholesalers is proud to work with Robin Muto on so many of her projects. Her creativity and attention to every design detail from start to finish for her clients is excellent. Our entire Tile Wholesalers staff thoroughly enjoy working with Robin and her clients on taking a project from concept to reality! ## Selected projects - [Private Residence Pittsford, NY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/private-residence-pittsford-ny-pj-vj~846309) - Location: Pittsford, NY - Photos: 12 - Description: This suburban home in Pittsford, NY was purchased by a young professional couple who were starting a family, therefore keeping messy renovations to a minimum. The kitchen and master bathroom were completely remodeled and in the family room the addition of beams and v-groove paneling to the ceiling created a more cozy feel to the room. Every room that you see in this project was decorated with new furniture except the dining room table and chairs which belonged to the husband's parents. To give t… - [Custom Designed Kitchen, East Avenue](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-designed-kitchen-east-avenue-pj-vj~10756) - Location: Rochester, NY - Photos: 3 - Description: This kitchen was custom designed down to the very last detail. All cabinetry was fabricated by a local woodworker, per my specifications and shop drawings. This house is a Tudor style mansion in a Preservation District in Rochester, NY. The kitchen was inspired by english style and includes all the conveniences of a modern day kitchen. the intention of the design was to make the kitchen feel like it was always part of the original house design - [Private Residence, Pittsford, NY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/private-residence-pittsford-ny-pj-vj~845754) - Location: Pittsford, NY - Photos: 9 - Description: We began this project taking inventory of a substantial collection of contemporary art and mid-century modern furniture from the client's former five bedroom home to design their new 'retirement' home. New kitchen and bathrooms were designed and the existing furnishings were reworked into the remainder of the living spaces. Note the original Harvey Probber barrel chairs and William Platner coffee table in the living room. Beautiful custom woven-to-size natural roman shades from Hartmann & Forbes… - [2010 Showhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2010-showhouse-pj-vj~10759) - Location: Pittsford, NY - Photos: 2 - [2008 Symphony Showhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2008-symphony-showhouse-pj-vj~843552) - Location: Rochester, NY - Photos: 2 - Description: This large formal living room is part of an East Avenue mansion which is located in a Preservation District. My design intention was to show how contemporary furniture can look perfectly at home in a room full of traditional architectural details, including a crystal chandelier - [Artisanal Style Master Suite](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/artisanal-style-master-suite-pj-vj~843548) - Location: Penfield, NY - Photos: 3 - [Art Deco](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/art-deco-pj-vj~843546) - Location: Rochester, NY - Photos: 2 - [Turquoise and Aqua find a home in Upstate NY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/turquoise-and-aqua-find-a-home-in-upstate-ny-pj-vj~23770) - Location: Buffalo, NY - Photos: 5 - Description: Inspired by my clients love of the color of the Caribbean ocean, mixed with indigenous hardwoods of walnut, maple, and cobblestone creates a unique blend of North meets South. The casual spaces like the family room use a brilliantly saturated turquoise velvet from Designers Guild to form a counterpoint to the rich wood tones. The more formal spaces, use delicate aqua tones in the carpet and upholstery. The creamy white is the color of the sand of the Caribbean shoreline - [Press](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/press-pj-vj~2286757) - Location: Rochester, NY - Photos: 13 [See all 9 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/robin-muto-pfvwus-pf~1132556666) ## Community Q&A **Q: what flooring is this?** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you tell me what flooring this is? A: It's reclaimed Hickory from Pioneer Millworks **Q: Hi Robin- can you tell me where the arched medicine cabinets are from?** *(in Photo Questions)* Master bathroom remodel A: The Medicine Cabinets are from a company called Robern. They come in lots of sizes and configurations. **Q: what is the name of the backsplash you used** *(in Photo Questions)* A: That doesn't ring a bell but heck, if they make a tile like that, then it's woth checking out! **Q: are the white tiles on the floor and wall the same and are they subway** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi - the white tiles on the floor are a marble black and white mosaic. the white tiles on the walls is a ceramic 3 x 6" subway tile **Q: Tile in shower!** *(in Photo Questions)* You did an exceptional job with this Art Deco pattern within the shower. Any advice on how to do this?! Did you follow a pattern? A: Hi and thankyou for the complements. I project like this does not happen without an exceptional client. I designed every aspect of the bathroom right down to the placement of each tile. In order to acheive the double stripe and keep the rows of tile aligned, I had the two liners custom made so that we did not have to cut them. The black is also grouted with black and the white is grouted with white. This level of detail is something that someone needs to have an appreciation for and also be able to afford **Q: Great Lighting!** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you tell me where to purchase those pendants or who is the manufacturer? Thanks. A: Hi - I hade them made at the Brass Light Gallery. At the time they had vintage holophane shades and they created new fittings for me --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*