--- title: "Barbara Grushow Designs Inc. — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/barbara-grushow-designs-inc-pfvwus-pf~1635820043 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1635820043.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Barbara Grushow Designs Inc." category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/f9c36e630fd14035_5669-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "28990 W Pacific Coast Hwy, Suite 110, Malibu, California 90265, United States" latitude: 34.0402 longitude: -118.7351 phone: "(310) 457-0197" website: http:// rating: 5 review_count: 40 best_of_houzz_awards: 12 followers: 531 last_updated: 2026-09-07 --- # Barbara Grushow Designs Inc. Original Houzz profile: [Barbara Grushow Designs Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/barbara-grushow-designs-inc-pfvwus-pf~1635820043) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Malibu, CA - **Serves:** Bel Air, Brentwood Los Angeles, Thousand Oaks, Brentwood, Beverly Hills, Calabasas, Pacific Palisades, Agoura, Agoura Hills, Malibu, Westlake Village, Hidden Hills - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (40 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 12 awards (2014–2026), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - References available - Online consultation Barbara Grushow’s boutique design studio is located in Malibu, California. With her sophisticated, yet causal chic style, she believes that wonderful design is an opportunity to deepen sensitivity and inspiration to one's surroundings. Her seasoned vision can transform a room that might otherwise go unnoticed to become an inspiring sanctuary of comfort. Having a trained eye for accessibility and aging in place, Barbara also encourages her clients to think long term especially when it comes to building and remodeling. She knows that collaboration with clients is of the utmost importance and that working together in a creative, innovative, and productive manner will ultimately shape the success of a project. Barbara's goal is to combine smart planning with great design to make sure all of her clients needs and budgetary goals are met without exception! Barbara’s work has been viewed on KNBC’s LX-TV “Open House LA,” Bravo TV’s “Million Dollar Listing,” and TV Guide Television’s “Malibu Homes to the Star’s.” She has been published on the cover of Homes & Land magazine and featured twice in LA Confidential Magazine. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Living Room Design - Bedroom Design - Space Planning - Furniture Selection - Kids Bedroom Design - Dining Room Design - Custom Cabinets - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Lighting Design - Home Office Design & Construction - Design Consultation - Entry Design - Floor Plans - Project Management - Playroom Design - Custom Furniture - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Laundry Room Design - Nursery Design - Custom Home Bars - House Plans - Art Selection - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Closet Design - Universal Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Custom Bookcases - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Home Theater Design - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Shelving - Drafting - Handicap-Accessible Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Home Remodeling - Furniture Plans - Home Office Design - New Construction - Outdoor Furniture Design ### Areas Served - Bel Air - Brentwood Los Angeles - Thousand Oaks - Brentwood - Beverly Hills - Calabasas - Pacific Palisades - Agoura - Agoura Hills - Malibu - Westlake Village - Hidden Hills ### Typical Job Cost $150,000 - 8 million $150,000 - 8 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Barbara Grushow Designs Inc. | | Address | 28990 W Pacific Coast Hwy, Suite 110, Malibu, California 90265, United States | | Phone | (310) 457-0197 | | Website | http:// | | Followers on Houzz | 531 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Barbara Grushow Designs Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/barbara-grushow-designs-inc-pfvwus-pf~1635820043) - **Website:** http:// - **Phone:** (310) 457-0197 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - ASSOCIATE ASID, Education UCLA Extension Arc\_ID - Best of Houzz 2014-2021 Winner - **Best of Houzz:** 12 awards (2014–2026), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 40 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Jill Romine, Dec. 2017** > I worked with Barbara at her studio in Malibu and during that time we forged a fantastic relationship. She became a mentor and friend, and taught me many things about the interior design business. Because of her success with clients and projects, her professionalism, and her transparency and willingness to help I knew I was in good hands. Furthermore, a relationship was created for life, and that is a testament to who Barbara is both as a businesswoman and mentor. **★★★★★ — Jane Canter, Dec. 2017** > Barbara Grushow, my interior designer, did the most incredible job on my patio. The two lounge and eight patio chairs still look brand new. The beautiful fabric looks as if it was installed yesterday. She also used four large blue pots that everyone raves about. It's made my yard so up to date. She was very professional and easy to work with. I would highly recommend her to anyone. Every thing was done on time and as promised. **Comment from Barbara Grushow Designs Inc.:** > Thank you Jane! I am so glad that you and Alan are happy with the work!! **★★★★★ — Jennifer Goldwasser, Dec. 2017** > Barbara Grushow is a creative designer with excellent taste. I had a vision as to what I wanted my office to look like and together we made that happen, She made my vision come alive. She was easy to work with and I would definitely recommend her. As I gave her a 5 star rating, there is no doubt I would use her for future projects. **Comment from Barbara Grushow Designs Inc.:** > Thank you so much for the kind review Jennifer! I really appreciate your taking the time to do this for me! I can't wait to photograph the project and see you move in and enjoy your new space!! **★★★★★ — Paige Payne, Nov. 2017** > I have worked with Barbara for the last five years as an interior design textile specialist. Barbara has an amazing eye for color, texture and pattern. She is also consistently conscientious of functionality and the real life needs of her client’s. I have an enormous respect for her level of professionalism and attention to detail. **Comment from Barbara Grushow Designs Inc.:** > Thank you for the awesome review Paige! We really appreciate your great presentations on behalf of Cowtan and all of their great fabric lines!! **★★★★★ — Amy Shapiro, Dec. 2016** > Barbara is not only talented and highly creative, she also understands all the details. She is great at making something look beautiful and one of a kind, but it's also a room or space that can be lived in and has all the ammenities one needs. Barbara's team is also so great to work with, gets things done when they say they will and are a fun bunch of people. I will be hiring Barbara again on the next project. **★★★★★ — Roman Petrenko, Dec. 2016** > Hi! > Where do I even begin? The project was huge. It involved a complete remodeling of 5000 sq.f. space and it took us almost a year to complete. > There were numerous challenges like mold, rotten wood, awkward floor plans... > We were very fortunate to have Barbara on our side. > Barbara and her team have done everything from blueprints to sourcing materials to furnishing and decoration. > The result is beyond stunning. > Above all, after the job was done, strangely enough, the house feels much much bigger on the inside, since a bunch of barely used spaces have been turned into prime living spaces. > Barbara has been a joy to work with. We certainly had our fare share of arguments. However, looking at the finished job I am grateful she was as persistent in those few critical decisions. > Barbara is a visionary designer! Very professional! Able to handle intensely complex projects. She has a great taste and a network of professional connections that helps her accomplish literally anything! > P.S. I haven't attached any pictures. There are too many... Ask Barbara. I am sure she's as proud of her work as we are. **★★★★★ — Jobey Brooks, Dec. 2015** > I am an outside sales rep for a high end line of fabric, trims and wallcoverings and have worked with Barbara for five years. I can testify to her impeccable taste, discerning eye for quality and craftsmanship and sensitivity to the environment and the needs of her clients. She really understands contemporary, livable luxury. Working with Barbara and her team of dedicated, knowledgeable, organized design professionals is always a pleasure. I couldn't recommend her more highly! **Comment from Barbara Grushow Designs Inc.:** > Thank you so much Jobey!! It is a pleasure working with you and we love that you really get our design sensibilities and make great selections for us in a pinch! **★★★★★ — natashabrugler, Dec. 2015** > My husband and I refer to Barbara as our savior. When Barbara came into our lives we were in a terrible situation. We had started a project with a crooked contractor/designer and needed someone who had expertise and could guide us. Barbara not only guided us she introduced us to an amazing contractor and helped design our dream home. > > After all our issues with the first contractor our money issues were tight, but we still wanted the high end house we were initially hoping to have. Barbara advised us on where to spend the money and where to save. We followed her advice and couldn't be happier. > > Barbara has a great eye and has an extensive knowledge of materials and vendors. We can't thank Barbara and her team enough for all that they have done. We would highly recommend Barbara Grushow Designs to anyone starting a project or in need of some expert advice! **Comment from Barbara Grushow Designs Inc.:** > Thank you so much Natasha and Chris! We were so happy to help and proud of the work we helped you accomplish! It was a labor of love as lovely clients deserve!! All the best in your new home and thank you again for the kind review!!!!!!! **★★★★★ — jadikerconstruction, Nov. 2015** > I'm a general contractor and this is the first time I've had the pleasure in working with Barbara Grushow and her design firm. > We're just finishing up a high end, whole house remodel, and as big projects always go there are a lot of details and constant decisions to be made in design, functionality, and practicality. They've been Johnny on the spot when it comes to these decisions. > They're organization, thoroughness, and just having the knowledge of how a construction project works has really made my life easier. > I feel privledged to have had Barbara and her staff on the team and look forward to seeing the end result in our current project and working with them in the future. **★★★★★ — Nancy Nelson, Sept. 2014** > We worked with the designer to provide window treatments for the home. > She was very concise and complete in her ordering and very professional. A pleasure to work with. **★★★★★ — hachhearne, Sept. 2014** > This is how I found Barbara: See a room on Houzz. Salivate. Save it to my Ideabook. Then realize it was once again the work of Barbara Grushow Designs. I followed her work -- though stalked is probably more like it -- and loved her glowing reviews. And all the raves were right. > Cut to my own family buying a house in Manhattan Beach. I knew immediately who I had to hunt down: Barbara. I sent a gushy email that night and heard right back. She knew I was under a tight deadline and assured me she'd get it done. She did and then some. Everyone knows moving is stressful, but you forget just how stressful the whole business is until you're in it. Our house fell out of escrow, everything kept going wrong, blah blah blah... but Barbara was right there, a calm force in the sea of chaos. She steered the project, found a contractor and kept things clipping. Her choices were impeccable (and she included me in the process, knowing I wanted to be hands on). She's also genuinely fun to work with. Her entire team is a delight and they went above and beyond to make sure the project was done and done RIGHT. Great eye for detail; she caught things I'd never see. She was also respectful of changes to our financial situation and worked with me to keep costs down. The end result is a house that is so uniquely us, such a fusion of what we had before and how we married it with the new. We have a cheerful, happy, beautiful and functional house. Each room makes me delight in its own magical way. I can't recommend Barbara enough. **Comment from Barbara Grushow Designs Inc.:** > Heather you were an incredible gift from Houzz.Com- from that very first email 'til the end of your wonderful project. I even learned a few things from you! Like exploring bright, fanciful fabrics that turned out amazing. Your new home is really a great reflection of you. You were an incredible client who balanced her ideas with the trusting input of the professionals you hired. I could not have asked for a more incredible client or experience, and I thank you so much! **★★★★★ — la bella cosa, Sept. 2014** > We manufacture custom furniture and worked with Barbara Grushow on several recent projects. She has a very eclectic sensibility and shows great attention to detail. We work with a lot of interior designers and we really appreciate the way Barbara sets herself apart. She listens to her client's needs and cares about the utility of the products she is putting in their home. She takes great care to also make sure the beauty of each piece shines and works on every detail from wood type to hardware finish. I would highly recommend Barbara to my clients needing the assistance of an interior designer. **Comment from Barbara Grushow Designs Inc.:** > Thank you Brian and Heidi! Your work is amazing and consistently beautiful! The service is top notch! ## Selected projects - [Hidden Hills](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hidden-hills-pj-vj~6630075) - Location: Hidden Hills, CA - Photos: 8 - Description: We created a luxurious outdoor living room, outdoor kitchen and dining area. - [Point Dume Cliff House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/point-dume-cliff-house-pj-vj~7301068) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Dallas Palace for Kansas City Chief](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dallas-palace-for-kansas-city-chief-pj-vj~6499632) - Location: Westlake, TX - Photos: 2 - [Globally Curated in Marina del Rey](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/globally-curated-in-marina-del-rey-pj-vj~2260042) - Location: Marina del Rey, CA - Photos: 23 - Description: This project was a complete renovation for a Hollywood Film Producer and his family. We tried to give the home a warm, well traveled, international feel that included some old world charm. A palette of neutrals with hints of indigo and black accents are consistent throughout the home. New hardwood floors and a beautiful new glass stair railing along with custom and vintage hand forged lighting transformed this home into a comfortable, chic and wonderful place to live and work. The child's room a… - [The Lumber Yard Malibu](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-lumber-yard-malibu-pj-vj~3064273) - Location: Malibu, CA - Photos: 8 - Description: Executive Offices Suites - [Lake Sherwood Luxury Townhome](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-sherwood-luxury-townhome-pj-vj~6237959) - Location: Thousand Oaks, CA - Photos: 11 - [MidCentury Modern "Aging in Place/ Accessible" Guest House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/midcentury-modern-aging-in-place-accessible-guest-house-pj-vj~556492) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 19 - Description: This project was designed with aesthetics and accessibility in mind. All the walk ways, doorways and bathrooms are ADA compatible with beautifully appointed grab bars and teak shower seats that not only have great functionality but look great as well. You'll notice all of the sinks in the bathrooms are wall mounted for ease of access. In the kitchen I have lowered the countertop heights to no higher than 34" to make an older "shrinking" population have an easier time cooking and preparing food.… - [Blue and White Beach House on Broad Beach Road](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/blue-and-white-beach-house-on-broad-beach-road-pj-vj~248203) - Location: Malibu, CA - Photos: 29 - Description: This charming beach house on Broad Beach Road in Malibu, tells a story of how to make small spaces look incredible by using lots of layering in each room. - [Malibu Manufactured Home Point Dume Club](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/malibu-manufactured-home-point-dume-club-pj-vj~2269258) - Location: Malibu, CA - Photos: 13 - Description: This charming and newly remodeled beach house is located in the highly desirable Point Dume Club. A decorator perfect home with ocean views, top of the line finishes such as quartz countertops, designer lighting, and beautiful window treatments. Enjoy great sunsets, romantic dinners or entertaining with friends from the large front deck with trellis and beautiful ocean views. The open floor plan has a spacious gourmet kitchen with a large island, apron sink, stainless steel appliances and other… - [Mediterranean Compound in Malibu](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mediterranean-compound-in-malibu-pj-vj~248455) - Location: Malibu, CA - Photos: 17 - Description: Mixing it up in Malibu! - [Broad Beach Road Guest Apartment](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/broad-beach-road-guest-apartment-pj-vj~3131649) - Location: Malibu, CA - Photos: 13 - [Los Feliz Charming Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-feliz-charming-retreat-pj-vj~1607742) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 23 - [Beachfront Charm on Malibu Road](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beachfront-charm-on-malibu-road-pj-vj~249061) - Location: Malibu, CA - Photos: 13 - Description: Classic Beach Style in Malibu [See all 13 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/barbara-grushow-designs-inc-pfvwus-pf~1635820043) ## Ideabooks - [Front Doors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/101522245/list/front-doors) — 11 ideas - [Outdoor Railing for a Spanish Mediterranean House](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/101520803/list/outdoor-railing-for-a-spanish-mediterranean-house) — 11 ideas - [Old World Charm](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/32938236/list/old-world-charm) — 2 ideas - [Wrought Iron Stair Rails](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/95448529/list/wrought-iron-stair-rails) — 4 ideas - [stair railing](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/94529276/list/stair-railing) — 2 ideas - [Herringbone Wood Flooring](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/99754297/list/herringbone-wood-flooring) — 20 ideas - [Jute Flooring for the Home](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/86310163/list/jute-flooring-for-the-home) — 22 ideas - [Limestone Flooring](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/94015221/list/limestone-flooring) — 2 ideas - [Farm House](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/95590517/list/farm-house) — 18 ideas - [Onyx Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/95399453/list/onyx-bathrooms) — 7 ideas - [French/European Provincial](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/94015409/list/french-european-provincial) — 8 ideas - [Barbara Grushow Designs Inc](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68409120/list/barbara-grushow-designs-inc) — 10 ideas - [Hacienda Landscape](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/59175473/list/hacienda-landscape) — 16 ideas - [At the Beach](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/28481611/list/at-the-beach) — 5 ideas - [Kid Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/17869060/list/kid-rooms) — 21 ideas - [Closet Design](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11074957/list/closet-design) — 7 ideas - [OFFICE IDEAS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/18652468/list/office-ideas) — 5 ideas - [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/17869116/list/bathrooms) — 87 ideas - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5951033/list/kitchens) — 67 ideas - [Exteriors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5951017/list/exteriors) — 6 ideas [See all 30 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/barbaragrushowdesignsinc) ## Community Q&A **Q: What's the wall color?** *(in Photo Questions)* Looking for something to go with white trim, natural wood, and black accents! A: Oh wait, that is not my project, LOL. I did something similar and somehow there is confusion! **Q: "ADA" Transitional marble floor** *(in Photo Questions)* Hello! Pretty bathroom. You state this is "ADA" accessible. What makes the marble floor ADA?- Matte? Shiny? Size? Thank you, in advance. A: The fact that it’s a mosaic floor, not the material it’s made out of. In this case though, the Carrera hex Mosaic, is a honed finish, which makes it, I think, slightly more safe. **Q: Lovely Kitchen! What Brand is Hood?** *(in Photo Questions)* Who makes this hood, please? A: Hello, thank you for your inquiry. It was something that the client had specified themselves, so unfortunately I do not have that information. **Q: shower dimensions** *(in Photo Questions)* If you still have the information, could you tell me the dimension of the shower? Many thanks! A: 4' x 4' if I recall... **Q: Chairs** *(in Photo Questions)* I love these upholstered chairs, can you share where they are from? A: The side chairs are reupholstered antiques, and the upholstered chairs were custom made. **Q: Where can I find the mirror/medicine cabinet?** *(in Photo Questions)* Where can I find the mirror/medicine cabinet? A: Restoration Hardware --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-07.*