--- title: "Maienza - Wilson Architecture + Interiors — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/maienza-wilson-architecture-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1451595716 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1451595716.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Maienza - Wilson Architecture + Interiors" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/79d39828010d4d95_8435-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1482 East Valley Road #514, Santa Barbara, California 93108, United States" latitude: 34.4378 longitude: -119.6159 phone: "(805) 455-1011" website: http://MaienzaWilson.com rating: 5 review_count: 19 best_of_houzz_awards: 6 followers: 1259 last_updated: 2026-09-23 --- # Maienza - Wilson Architecture + Interiors Original Houzz profile: [Maienza - Wilson Architecture + Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/maienza-wilson-architecture-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1451595716) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Santa Barbara, CA - **Serves:** Los Angeles, Bel Air, Hollywood, San Francisco, Venice, Santa Monica, Santa Barbara, Cupertino, Sherman Oaks, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Altos, Pacific Palisades, Carpinteria, Malibu, Montecito, Atherton, Santa Ynez, Mission Canyon, Toro Canyon, Westwood, Chicago, Dallas / Park Cities, Highland Park, Honolulu, Kahala, Kakaako, Maui, North Shore, Oahu, Western Suburbs - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (19 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2014–2026), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Family owned - 30 years in business @MaienzaWilson, John and Gregg apply a 360-degree approach to each clients scenario. Their clients experience a superlative process from design conception through realization. John and Gregg bring client projects into focus combining vision, ascetics lifestyle and sustainability with precision design execution and project management No detail is overlooked. We help define styles for individuals and companies. We conceive, create and implement every detail within a given space. Our designs are inspired by Asian and European Decorative Arts, as well as modern and classically American styles. Our personal favorite style is to carefully curate a blend of ‘historicism’ and ‘modernism’ within a casual, comfortable and well-proportioned space. Both John and Gregg are passionate about the environment and believe sustainability always has a place in the work they do. Their recent work and philanthropy have shown their commitment to a green planet. They will find a way to make your dream design also a sustainable design. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Living Room Design - Bedroom Design - Color Consulting - Furniture Selection - Kids Bedroom Design - Dining Room Design - Custom Cabinets - Lighting Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Home Office Design & Construction - Entry Design - Design Consultation - Custom Built-ins - Floor Plans - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Furniture - Laundry Room Design - Nursery Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - House Plans - Custom Home Bars - Art Selection - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Closet Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - 3D Rendering - Basement Design - Custom Bookcases - Custom Walk-in Closets - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Custom Entertainment Centers - Custom Rugs - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Home Theater Design - Custom Shelving - Custom Pantries - Downsizing - Drafting - Holiday Decorating - Custom Table - Handicap-Accessible Design - Green Building - Energy-Efficient Homes - Decluttering - Historic Building Conservation - Feng Shui Design - Interior Design Photography ### Areas Served - Los Angeles - Bel Air - Hollywood - San Francisco - Venice - Santa Monica - Santa Barbara - Cupertino - Sherman Oaks - West Hollywood - Beverly Hills - Los Altos - Pacific Palisades - Carpinteria - Malibu - Montecito - Atherton - Santa Ynez - Mission Canyon - Toro Canyon - Westwood - Chicago - Dallas / Park Cities - Highland Park - Honolulu - Kahala - Kakaako - Maui - North Shore - Oahu - Western Suburbs ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Maienza - Wilson Architecture + Interiors | | Address | 1482 East Valley Road \#514, Santa Barbara, California 93108, United States | | Phone | (805) 455-1011 | | Website | http://MaienzaWilson.com | | License Number | Hawaii AR 16401, Illinois | | Followers on Houzz | 1259 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/MaienzaWilson - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/globalgorgeous - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=63422875&trk=spm\_pic - Blog — https://www.instagram.com/maienzawilson/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Maienza - Wilson Architecture + Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/maienza-wilson-architecture-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1451595716) - **Website:** http://MaienzaWilson.com - **Phone:** (805) 455-1011 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - American Institute of Architects, NCARB, American Society of Interior Designers, NCIDQ - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2014–2026), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [American Society of Interior Designers](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-interior-designers-pfvwus-pf~1510192642) - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [NCARB](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/ncarb-pfvwus-pf~1477640315) - [NCIDQ Examination](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/ncidq-examination-pfvwus-pf~882083937) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 19 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — david galvin, June 2020** > John Maienza and Gregg Wilson have completed two projects for our family; each is unique unto itself and both with supreme results. Maienza Wilson's architectural philosophy stems from southern California's indoor/outdoor lifestyle, The layers of details within the architecture itself blended with custom interior/exterior finishes, furniture and fixtures provide extraordinary comfort and lasting interest. Smartly planned furniture schemes create relaxing social vignettes throughout each home that encourage our family to sit and spend time with each other. > > John and Gregg's depth of education and experience in architecture, interior design, and the construction management process combine to deliver the best owner experience i've had spanning 30 years. **★★★★★ — jcdrui, Feb. 2016** > AMAZING work !! I hired John and Greg from Maienza-Wilson Interior, to select the interior components of my recently renovated executive home. This was my 1st time, hiring a professional interior design firm, and I was NOT disappointed at all. I think it was the best move I ever made. The team worked with me on establishing a budget, and the scope of work, included creating a seamless interior/exterior flow, in a "organic" easy flow lifestyle environment. I have 2 young children, so emphasis was placed on furniture and accessories, that are child "friendly". John's connections, within the artist community are amazing ! The wall pieces he selcted were custom made and totally highlight the tall ceiling and make the room come alive. Best of all through his contacts, he exceptionally designed a custom made chandelier from blown glass, that brings the room and the decor together for one amazing look ! I would recommend Maienza and Wilson without ANT hesitation for anyone looking for amazing quality work in hawaii. **★★★★★ — Waffles 215, Feb. 2016** > John Maienza and Gregg Wilson have helped me in so many locations and circumstances-- from a house in Brentwood, LA to a hi-rise apartment in NYC-- but they consistently come through with the most stunning, liveable results. They immediately key in on an individual and their personality and needs-- and then they think of things you never would, and make it all better than you'd ever think possible. Many of Maienza-Wilson's clients involve spectacular scenarios, but I, for one, seem to always be on a limited budget, and they know how to respect that as well. I also always seem to have some sort of design or installation emergency that calls for an instant decision-- and somehow John and Gregg are available, either on the scene, or on the other end of the phone, wherever in the world they may be. All this is verified by the fact that most of their clients become friends, as well as clients, for life. **★★★★★ — ackbarb, Feb. 2016** > The Maienza-Wilson team is the best! Working with me for almost two decades, John and Gregg have helped with six major and myriad smaller projects from coast to coast. Whether it was major construction, minor remodeling, or interior design, all projects were carried out with skill, efficiency, cost-effectiveness and finesse. They give equal attention to function and style, and they are as happy to take on my smaller budget needs as my larger ones. Somehow they are able to read my mind and make my homes look just the way I image they should. The results are always comfortable and beautiful. A nice thing about working with John and Gregg is they are not done when the project is finished. Although I have never lived in the same city where John and Gregg live, they are always available when I call on them for simple advice, ongoing updates and problem solutions. They make me feel like I am their only client. Best of all, John and Gregg have become very close friends. I consider them family and can’t imagine doing a project without them. **★★★★★ — Manifest Building, Jan. 2016** > We have collaborated with John and Gregg on a number of projects and they are an absolute pleasure to work with every time. They approach every project with a creative energy and excitement that is refreshing to be around. I've seen them on several occasions surprise clients by far exceeding expectations with deliverables and their level of attention to detail. They are friendly and fun to work with - I'd tackle any project with these two by my side and I highly recommend working with them. **★★★★★ — Durston Saylor photography, July 2013** > I first met John and Greg photographing the apartment they designed for Steve Kroft for an Architectural Digest story. The building was in a venerable old Upper West Side courtyard building and the apartment had the lived-in qualities of comfort, style and informality. > Since this initial introduction I have photographed many of their projects for the magazine and been their guest at their homes in New York, California and Hawaii. I have seen their skills in recognizing the latent potential in their commissions and seen those projects develop to the fullest. Their work has a broad range and is of the highest order. They couldn't be more pleasurable to work with. **★★★★★ — Brian Delshad, May 2013** > John and Gregg are simply a powerhouse of a team. John is a licensed architect and they both have experience in construction and an eye for interior design that creates a formula of producing just the perfect work. I think for anyone who has little time and just wants to be at ease that the right thing will be done the first time around these are the guys to go to. With one simple explanation of what you are looking to accomplish, they create a vision and project plan that is unparallelled. I can write all I want here but their portfolio speaks for itself--the homes they have built and designed are the showcase of some of the top home magazines in the world. They are friendly, honest, professional, and to work with them is to investment in work that pays for itself. **★★★★★ — sharonlee, Feb. 2013** > My husband and I moved to California from New York 6 years ago. After a six month search and looking at over 50 homes for sale in Santa Barbara we bought a newly built 7000 sq. ft. home designed and newly built by Maienza-Wilson on 2 acres in Montecito. The home and landscape style is Mediterranean/Spanish/Andalusian, perfect for this area. > We are so happy to have this home. The quality of construction is absolutely top notch and the design is beautiful with an amazing attention to details. Gregg and John brought ideas and construction materials to this home from their travels in India and Morocco which are very unique and beautiful. There is a good amount of beautiful tile; thick, walnut flooring; luxurious bathrooms and cabinetry . . I could go on and on. . . > Having designed and built our previous home in New York, my husband and I are extremely opinionated and have very high standards. Since living in Santa Barbara we haven't seen another house we like better than this one. The only change we made was to open up the family room for more light and add some skylights in a bedroom hallway and Maienza-Wilson helped us with this work. **★★★★★ — socalpilot, Feb. 2013** > John Maienza and Gregg WIlson are brilliant, intuitive and creative designers. They delivers not only a very good looking and well coordinated product, but focuses on the entire environment we were trying to achieve together. By taking into consideration the specifics of our living needs and the space we had to work with, he delivered on a comprehensive vision. On the artistic side, John's work shows incredibly beautifully, and is well thought out to the smallest detail - whether it be chosing the final accent pieces, or leveraging the stream of light. I can't give a higher review, and recommend others consult with them on projects of any size. > > In addition to designing and building a home for us, Maienza Wilson has remained an important component of our lives, and has assisted in redecorating advice, and assisting with a business design project that I had as well. **★★★★★ — Celeste Dudderar, Feb. 2013** > As a designer, having experienced the Maienza-Wilson team's unparalleled creativity, professionalism and attention to detail while working with them on multiple projects I would recommend no one else. From start to finish their work is comparable to none other. Whether you're looking for a living room makeover or a new home design and build, Maienza-Wilson will far exceed any and all expectations, no matter how high. **★★★★★ — Andrew Petrich Photography, Feb. 2013** > John Maienza and Gregg Wilson have an amazing sense of design. It was truly an honor to work with these two talented individuals and to photograph their works. **★★★★★ — igorblackspot, Feb. 2013** > I am executive director of a non-profit organization fabled for its Annual Galas. The Maienza-Wilson team came into a blank space and created a phantasmagoria of sights, sounds and experience, using incredible imagination to make an underwater room! With fishes swimming around, "kelp" fabric draped from columns - it was the most creative event we've ever had! These guys are cool cucumbers, when things get frantic, they stay focused - and pull off miracles. The year Maienza-Wilson did our event, our attendance was DOUBLED. We love them forever! I would recommend Mainza-Wilson to anybody and/or any group. ## Selected projects - [Andalusian Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/andalusian-estate-pj-vj~166320) - Location: Santa Barbara, CA - Photos: 15 - Description: New Design and Construction of a Spanish Mediterranean or Andalusian style estate in Montecito California. - [Mar Vista Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mar-vista-modern-pj-vj~2029082) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 46 - Description: Mar Vista is an area of Los Angeles near Venice California. This project, a modern bungalow that was essentially a tear down renovation and small addition to a 1930’s 1100 square foot bungalow. To utilize all the advantages of the Southern California climate, we created walls of windows with Western Window Systems. Sliding glass door-walls open entirely to "exterior rooms”. By blurring the boundaries between inside and out we created passive cooling from the pacific ocean air. It was our pleasur… - [California Sustainable Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/california-sustainable-home-pj-vj~159245) - Location: Santa Barbara, CA - Photos: 47 - Description: A custom luxury and sustainble home that is LEED Platinum certified. Montecito, CA. - [Urban NYC Loft](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/urban-nyc-loft-pj-vj~1537819) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 45 - [Hollywood Regency Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hollywood-regency-estate-pj-vj~164683) - Location: Santa Barbara, CA - Photos: 40 - Description: Renovation / Reconstruction of a 1959 John Elgin Woolf Hollywood Regency Estate in Montecito, California. - [Santa Barbara Old Adobe](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/santa-barbara-old-adobe-pj-vj~166318) - Location: Santa Barbara, CA - Photos: 6 - Description: Preservation and Renovation and Addition to an Old Adobe in Montecito, CA. - [Modern Renovation, Montecito](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-renovation-montecito-pj-vj~166348) - Location: Montecito, CA - Photos: 17 - Description: Renovation and Interior Decoration of a Jack Warner Home in Montecito, California. - [Garden Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garden-contemporary-pj-vj~1536188) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 25 - [Vintage Hawaii](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vintage-hawaii-pj-vj~1536198) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - [Nantucket Compound](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nantucket-compound-pj-vj~1536229) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 64 - [Honolulu 1930 Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/honolulu-1930-cottage-pj-vj~199398) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - [Manhattan Classical Pre War](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/manhattan-classical-pre-war-pj-vj~199435) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - [Hollywood Hills Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hollywood-hills-renovation-pj-vj~166332) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 31 - Description: Renovation / Reconstruction of a mid century hillside home in the Nichols Canyon area of Los Angeles. - [California Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/california-cottage-pj-vj~1536181) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 21 - [Bungalow](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bungalow-pj-vj~1536176) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 [See all 15 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/maienza-wilson-architecture-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1451595716) ## Community Q&A **Q: Love that wallpaper!** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you tell us the vendor and pattern? A: Farrow and Ball **Q: This is stunning with simple elegance. What color is the stucco? Tha** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Steel Troweled Custom mixed La Habra plaster colors. **Q: what were the gaps between floor planks filled with? Beautiful floor!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Wood Caulk / Resin then Polyurethane. **Q: Who makes the floor? Does water get underneath & then trapped? Cleans** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Cabinets too. **Q: Who makes this fireplace. Love it!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you. I designed it and it is carved out of solid stone. **Q: How did you do this tv? What manufacturer?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: I had a custom decorative frame made for specialized mirror and installed it over the t.v. that was mounted in the wall. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*