--- title: "Charmean Neithart Interiors — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/charmean-neithart-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1476487891 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1476487891.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Charmean Neithart Interiors" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/fb4386a80d16d031_4663-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1104 MISSION ST, South Pasadena, California 91030, United States" latitude: 34.1109 longitude: -118.1547 phone: "(626) 441-4288" website: http://www.charmean-neithart-interiors.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 87 best_of_houzz_awards: 15 followers: 7520 last_updated: 2026-08-09 --- # Charmean Neithart Interiors Original Houzz profile: [Charmean Neithart Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/charmean-neithart-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1476487891) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** South Pasadena, CA - **Serves:** Pasadena, Santa Barbara, Whittier, Alhambra, Arcadia, Altadena, San Gabriel, Temple City, South Pasadena, La Canada Flintridge, San Marino, Sierra Madre, East Pasadena - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (87 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 15 awards (2013–2022), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 500,000 Ideabook Saves I love interior design and all things houses. It has been my great privilege to create spaces over the last 25 years for a varied and loyal clientele. The collaborative nature of projects with clients is my favorite part. I like spaces that I design to read like a biography of the clients needs, experiences and travels. I consider it sport to have every detail of the room give a perspective on the client. Charmean Neithart Interiors is a full-service, high-end residential design office with a full-time staff and twenty years of experience. We are based in South Pasadena, CA and have projects throughout Southern California. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Living Room Design - Bedroom Design - Color Consulting - Space Planning - Furniture Selection - Kids Bedroom Design - Dining Room Design - Custom Cabinets - Lighting Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Custom Built-ins - Playroom Design - Floor Plans - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Furniture - Laundry Room Design - Nursery Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - Custom Home Bars - Art Selection - Closet Design - Custom Bookcases - Custom Entertainment Centers - Custom Walk-in Closets - Sunroom Design & Construction - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Home Theater Design - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Shelving - Custom Pantries - Downsizing - Drafting - Historic Building Conservation - Kitchen Remodeling - Home Office Design ### Areas Served - Pasadena - Santa Barbara - Whittier - Alhambra - Arcadia - Altadena - San Gabriel - Temple City - South Pasadena - La Canada Flintridge - San Marino - Sierra Madre - East Pasadena ### Typical Job Cost $30,000 - 5,000,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Charmean Neithart Interiors | | Address | 1104 MISSION ST, South Pasadena, California 91030, United States | | Phone | (626) 441-4288 | | Website | http://www.charmean-neithart-interiors.com | | Followers on Houzz | 7520 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/charmeanneithartinteriors - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/intent/user?screen\_name=cneithart&original\_referer=https://dev.twitter.com/user/ - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/pub/charmean-neithart/73/948/925/ - Blog — http://charmean-neithart-interiors.com/blog/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Charmean Neithart Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/charmean-neithart-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1476487891) - **Website:** http://www.charmean-neithart-interiors.com - **Phone:** (626) 441-4288 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 15 awards (2013–2022), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 87 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Suzanne Icaza, Sept. 2020** > We have recently completed our third design project, each one completely different, with Charmean Neithart Interiors. We purchased a “flip” at the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic believing we would move in immediately. After spending more time in the house we realized quickly we needed to call in professional help. While many might balk at undertaking a home remodel during a pandemic - not Charmean and her staff. All work including selecting fabrics, wallpaper, carpets, window treatments, paint colors, lighting fixtures as well as building numerous custom pieces of furniture flowed seamlessly from start to completion. Additionally, Charmean connected us with an excellent contractor, painter, picture hanger and even a flawless mover. Charmean and her team are a joy to work with, competent, caring, available and seasoned. Charmean listened to our goals for the new home and this current stage in our lives and fulfilled each of our requests exactly. I wholeheartedly endorse CNI and am truly looking forward to our next project together. **★★★★★ — Nicole C, Nov. 2019** > Charmean was introduced to us by our contractor when we needed someone to come in and save the day on our new house! Things were not working out with our 2nd interior designer and construction was well underway. Not only did she design a perfect home for us, she did it on a short timeline with a very short runway. > > Charmean really listened to what was important to us and she interpreted that into flawless design. We built a large Spanish Colonial home, and Charmean fused our preferences with what she believed to be consistent with the style of home we were building. Some have said that the home looks and feels just like us. Others have said that it looks like it's an original Spanish home. > > Charmean's not only an efficient, professional, talented designer, she's a kind, caring and warm person. Same goes for her whole team--I love them all. It was a real pleasure working on this project with them, and I wish we could do it all over again. . **★★★★★ — Melissa Heuer, May 2018** > We built a large home from the ground up and hired Charmean to design all of the finishes (flooring, tile, paint, countertops, cabinet design, lighting, etc.) and furniture for the entire house. Everything that went well with our project is due (almost) entirely to Charmean and her fantastic team. Charmean is extremely talented and a true professional in her field. Not only does she design beautiful spaces with every last detail accounted for, but she is also practical. Her selections take into account the lifestyle of the user(s), not just the aesthetics. We have three small boys, so we didn't want to waste our time and money on furniture that would be destroyed by them instantly, but we also wanted our newly built home to look lovely. Charmean's selections made this possible. We have stunning furniture and finishes that are also still durable. She has been in this business long enough to know which brands will stand the test of time and which will fall short. Charmean and her team are also excellent project managers. We were never waiting on her selections to arrive or waiting for a design of hers to be completed. Everything was where it needed to be when it needed to be there without our any work or worries on our part. Even though Charmean was not hired as a contractor, she and her team are the reason the job kept moving. Her organizational skills saved us time and money. And the end result is breathtaking. We could not be more pleased with our house. We owe it all to Charmean! **★★★★★ — Lauren Albrecht, Sept. 2017** > Charmean and her team at CNI were wonderful to work with - professional, courteous, and insightful. We met several times to look at colors, go over layouts, and refine decisions. Each time, she came back with great ideas that captured our desired look perfectly. Now that our formal living room, family room, and kitchen are remodeled, we look forward to working with Charmean and her team again on other rooms and areas of our house. In addition, Charmean helped us pick out exterior paint colors, which we just finished and we're thrilled with the colors she suggested for us. Thank you Charmean, JR, and Liv! **★★★★★ — Kimberly Sutantyo, March 2017** > I am proud to share my home with people because of Charmean's design. People describe my home as - comfortable, welcoming, family friendly with the perfect touch of elegance, well thought out, relaxing. > > Charmean designed my living and family rooms, master bedroom, full remodel of the powder and master bathrooms, and color tones for the remaining parts of the house. She was quick, and efficient both financially and with time. She had approximately 3 months to transform the house before we moved and and had our baby, and she made it happen! She recommended our General Contractor (was was excellent!) and they communicated with each other, never having to involve me in the stress of change orders or issues. She was very mindful of our budget and and advised us on where we should spend our money on materials and furniture. I love how each piece of furniture is unique to our house, compliments each other, and is durable. Charmean created a beautiful flow for our house, using a warm and soothing color palette. She layered patterns and textures in each room. > > We love CNI's work so much that we intend to continue to work with Charmean to remodel the our kitchen, mud room, and bonus living area in the future. **★★★★★ — Waterford Construction, Feb. 2017** > Hands down, Charmean and her team are the absolute best I've ever worked with. She really listens to the clients’ needs and wishes and delivers beyond expectations! She is so considerate to not only the clients’ needs but also my needs as the contractor. She understands how important it is to have all the materials ordered and ready to go prior to construction. She is honestly the only Designer that has every detail figured out before we start the construction process so there are literally no questions needed. Of course questions do come up during the construction process in situations where we are unable to do what the drawing are specifying and Charmean asks what our options are and her team waste no time getting me answers I need to move forward to keep the job on schedule and within budget for the clients. And the most joy I think I get with working with Charmean has to be at the end of the project and the clients walk in to see it fully furnish and you truly see the joy in the clients’ eyes and can't believe what we were able to do for them. It’s very rewarding what we do, and Charmean takes great pride in what she does. She does it because she loves it and I think that sets her apart from the rest. She’s the whole package! So if you are thinking of hiring a designer look no further then Charmean Neithart Interiors! **★★★★★ — Saxum Tile Design Studio, Feb. 2017** > We have worked with Charmean Neithart Interiors on several projects and she and her team are very special. Their attention to detail but having the vision to see the whole project is such a rare quality. **★★★★★ — A. G., Oct. 2016** > Charmean is a master at creating a space/design that reflects the best of what you want and what you need. She will take away all the worry and second guessing you'd have trying to do the project yourself or with someone less astute. Instead, you will get to enjoy the process of your dream home unfolding. My favorite part of working with Charmean is staging day. You will need to get out of the house for a few hours but when you come back..Viola! After months of anticipation, Charmean and her team will have actualized your exclusive design no detail spared...I am talking "candy in the bowl" done. Perfection...Charmean makes it look so easy. We have down almost every room in our house with Charmean. She is a pleasure, personally and professionally. **★★★★★ — patricia winters, Aug. 2016** > Charmean Neithart Interiors (CNI) just completed a "head to toe" kitchen remodel in my 1939 California Spanish home. Not only am I stunned by the beauty of the final work, but extremely happy that I found a design team who are ethical, professional, and communicative. > I found CNI via a happy accident after a very poor remodel that began unraveling a year after the work was completed. Moreover, the kitchen space was a challenge as it was inefficient and poorly constructed. CNI came in, we made plans, worked a budget, and made what was once a fantasy, reality. My family and I now have a kitchen that is as beautiful as it is usable. It literally stops people in their tracks as they view the holistic design and layout. Without breaking down walls, CNI made the kitchen seem bigger and magically made what was once an eyesore, art. > Not only do I highly recommend CNI, but I am planning on using the design team for every room in my home. > It turns out that when one works with talented people, hours of stress disappear and thousands of dollars are saved. CNI is that team. I will never go back to trying to do it on my own, nor will I work with anyone else. **★★★★★ — Peter Neeve, May 2016** > Disaster to Dream Home! After a pinhole leak turned our home of 15 years into a decontamination zone, my wife & I realized we were in for a long slog. In the past we had hired architects & designers to improve our home but were never satisfied with their proposed solutions. My wife is cursed with a husband that has strong (usually wrong) artistic opinions. This resulted in us not moving forward on our house because we did not want to put our marriage in jeopardy… > > Enter Charmean. Our first meeting she came nicely dressed & talked to us about creating a home that reflected OUR priorities. She took note of each of our areas of emphasis & listened intently to our shared vs. individual preferences. The 1st moment we realized that Charmean was different from the rest was when she grabbed her flashlight, got down on her hands & knees, entered a crawlspace & found a leak that our restoration team had missed- a full-blown Nancy Drew power move! Up to that point, I never truly understood or properly respected the scope of what top Interior Designers do. Her work-rate, nuts & bolts knowledge of home construction, awareness of client remodeling realities & design aesthetic are awe-inducing. My favorite quote of hers was when, after an extensive conversation/interview with us & examining our home her goal was “to reveal what our home wants to be when it grows up.” I then began to think that my marriage just might make it through the remodel. > > The 2nd meeting involved a collaboration with Charm, her heavy-hitting associate JR, our architect & general contractor. It turned out to be a fun, hopeful day for my wife & I, but not for the CN Interiors team. They worked HARD & for a very long time. We noted that they kept focussing on an existing feature window my wife & I both liked that depicted leafy bamboo stalks. Even after the meeting ended, Charm & JR sat in their car on the driveway while periodically scrutinizing our home exterior for 40 minutes furiously scribbling away before they left. What was that all about? > > Shortly after, Charmean unveiled their recommended design aesthetic- Polynesian Soft Modern. I had never heard those three words in that combination before. After a moment to digest the concept, my wife & I were floored by how much we loved it. Thank you Charmean Neithart Interiors for allowing our shabby beach house to grow up & for giving our family so much joy! **★★★★★ — tanyapitre, Feb. 2015** > Charmean, with Charmean Neithart Interiors, has been wonderful to work with. She is gifted at creating a warm, clean look that allows each room to flow well with the others in the home. She has a commendable balance between listening to her clients needs/desires and offering her concise opinion. I appreciate her attention to detail. We have hired her twice, and would again if the need arises. **★★★★★ — ejocap, Feb. 2015** > Charmean is a highly talented, creative, fun and trustworthy designer. What sets Charmean apart from many other designers is her ability to make your home/space look elegant and sophisticated without looking like you hired a professional designer. She makes it about you and not about her. That said, she has both a broad and a deep sense of style that transcends culture and time. She knows what she is doing and she is one of those people whom I consider "at the top of her game" yet she continues to strive for new ideas and growth. I would highly recommend her to anyone who wants a partner in making your home as "rooms of one's own." ## Selected projects - [French Colonial in Pasadena](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-colonial-in-pasadena-pj-vj~25083) - Location: Pasadena, CA - Photos: 200 - [Cape Cod in San Marino](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cape-cod-in-san-marino-pj-vj~5423239) - Location: San Marino, CA - Photos: 139 - [Traditional Colonial in San Marino](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-colonial-in-san-marino-pj-vj~2042187) - Location: Pasadena, CA - Photos: 65 - [Soft Modern in La Canada](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/soft-modern-in-la-canada-pj-vj~3554093) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 18 - [Classic Mediterranean in Pasadena](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-mediterranean-in-pasadena-pj-vj~2840747) - Location: Pasadena, CA - Photos: 22 - [Transitional Tudor](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-tudor-pj-vj~6075909) - Location: Pasadena, CA - Photos: 63 - [Elegant Townhome in Pasadena](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/elegant-townhome-in-pasadena-pj-vj~780080) - Location: Pasadena, CA - Photos: 105 - Description: This beautiful townhome in Pasadena was a complete remodel. The home was gutted completely with a new floorplan to include kitchen, powder room, master bedroom and bathroom, family room, guest bathroom, entry and laundry room. A classic landscape design was also added with new outdoor furniture and an antique fountain from Jan de Luz in Carmel. This project took 14 months to complete from start to finish and no detail was spared. Highlights include custom doors, limestone floors, pewter hardware… - [Spanish Kitchen in South Pasadena](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spanish-kitchen-in-south-pasadena-pj-vj~2402820) - Location: South Pasadena, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: Photos by Erika Bierman - [Beach Cottage in Oceanside](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beach-cottage-in-oceanside-pj-vj~359590) - Location: Oceanside, CA - Photos: 67 - Description: This beach cottage in Oceanside, CA was remodeled as a second home in a record time of two months, just in time for the summer. A dynamic team of contractors, sub-contractors and the CNI team tackled a new roof, new floors, new paint job, new kitchen and master bathroom, and furniture throughout. The young family of five couldn't be more thrilled and look forward to years of gatherings, surf, sand and sunshine. - [Asian Inspired Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/asian-inspired-kitchen-pj-vj~1797024) - Location: Pasadena, CA - Photos: 34 - [Traditional Whimsy](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-whimsy-pj-vj~6076042) - Location: Pasadena, CA - Photos: 39 - [Modern Guest House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-guest-house-pj-vj~2606333) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 16 - Description: http://www.erikabiermanphotography.com - [British Colonial in Pasadena](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/british-colonial-in-pasadena-pj-vj~42113) - Location: Pasadena, CA - Photos: 189 - [Elegant Master Suite in Pasadena](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/elegant-master-suite-in-pasadena-pj-vj~2661149) - Location: Pasadena, CA - Photos: 12 - [Multi-Purpose Room with Kitchenette](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/multi-purpose-room-with-kitchenette-pj-vj~2864144) - Location: Pasadena, CA - Photos: 42 - Description: This room serves as a home office, media room and place to kick up your feet. We used natural, reused and sustainable materials to achieve the look. - [Cottage Tudor in Pasadena](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cottage-tudor-in-pasadena-pj-vj~559927) - Location: Pasadena, CA - Photos: 65 - [California Cottage in Altadena](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/california-cottage-in-altadena-pj-vj~325538) - Location: Altadena, CA - Photos: 113 - [Classic Spanish in Altadena](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-spanish-in-altadena-pj-vj~5975843) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 52 - [Spanish Beach House in Santa Barbara](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spanish-beach-house-in-santa-barbara-pj-vj~27354) - Location: Santa Barbara, CA - Photos: 18 - [Modern Spanish in Pasadena](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-spanish-in-pasadena-pj-vj~24934) - Location: Pasadena, CA - Photos: 22 [See all 51 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/charmean-neithart-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1476487891) ## Ideabooks - [Little Bitterroot](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/125305439/list/little-bitterroot) — 1 idea - [French Style](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/90009539/list/french-style) — 2 ideas - [CNI Favorites](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/171412/list/cni-favorites) — 108 ideas - [Easy Reference: Standard Heights for 10 Household Details](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/18450808/list/easy-reference-standard-heights-for-10-household-details) — 10 ideas - [12 Designer Tips to Make a Small Bathroom Better](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/17835448/list/12-designer-tips-to-make-a-small-bathroom-better) — 13 ideas - [12 Items Worth a Spot on Your Kitchen Counter](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/15773189/list/12-items-worth-a-spot-on-your-kitchen-counter) — 12 ideas - [8 Vanity Flair Fashions for a Chic Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2191957/list/8-vanity-flair-fashions-for-a-chic-bathroom) — 8 ideas - [8 Homes With Exterior Paint Colors Done Right](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/9845393/list/8-homes-with-exterior-paint-colors-done-right) — 8 ideas - [Finish Rooms the Elegant Way With Marquetry Furniture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6721903/list/finish-rooms-the-elegant-way-with-marquetry-furniture) — 9 ideas - [11 Terrific Paint Color Matches for Wood Details](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/9025200/list/11-terrific-paint-color-matches-for-wood-details) — 11 ideas - [12 Kitchenettes for Convenience and Compact Living](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8884750/list/12-kitchenettes-for-convenience-and-compact-living) — 12 ideas - [11 Space-Savvy Alternatives to Wine Cellars](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1741905/list/11-space-savvy-alternatives-to-wine-cellars) — 11 ideas - [10 Inspired Ways to Refresh Your Mantel Now](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5948948/list/10-inspired-ways-to-refresh-your-mantel-now) — 10 ideas - [11 Ways to Spice Up Neutral Palettes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5751427/list/11-ways-to-spice-up-neutral-palettes) — 11 ideas - [Chinoiserie Sends Rooms on Flights of Fancy](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3924385/list/chinoiserie-sends-rooms-on-flights-of-fancy) — 15 ideas - [Color Your Home's View With Stained Glass](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3851532/list/color-your-home-s-view-with-stained-glass) — 10 ideas - [Your Décor: Orange You Glad?](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1740821/list/your-d-cor-orange-you-glad) — 12 ideas - [Culture an African Look With Artifacts](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1740685/list/culture-an-african-look-with-artifacts) — 10 ideas - [Spool Furniture Stacks Up Style](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1736864/list/spool-furniture-stacks-up-style) — 8 ideas - [15 Home Decor Accessories That Never Disappoint](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3923663/list/15-home-decor-accessories-that-never-disappoint) — 15 ideas [See all 107 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/cninteriors) ## Community Q&A **Q: hi what color is the exterior wood trim and stucco wall?** *(in Photo Questions)* I like the color of this house and I would like to know the paint colors. Thanks A: The trim color is Texas Leather AC-3 by Benjamin Moore. Thank you for your inquiry. CN **Q: vanity question** *(in Photo Questions)* Do you know where the bathroom vanity was purchased? Hoping it’s not custom! A: Hi, This vanity was custom made. **Q: Love the butcher block, where was this purchased?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi there, we bought this at Susanne Hollis, an antique store in Pasadena, CA **Q: Duvet cover source** *(in Photo Questions)* Mind telling me where it came from? Thank you A: The duvet is custom made with fabric sold to the trade. **Q: would you please share the tile brand and color?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: This is an Italian Travertine called Noce, I installed the honed finish with chiseled edges in a Versailles pattern. **Q: What is the name and source of the wallpaper used here?** *(in Photo Questions)* Vann you supply the grasscloth wallpaper source? A: The wallpaper is the Erna line (NS 7009) from ABA Interiors. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-09.*