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address: "Palo Alto, California 94301, United States"
latitude: 37.4443
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phone: "(650) 473-9699"
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rating: 5
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# Barry Johnson Design

Original Houzz profile: [Barry Johnson Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/barry-johnson-design-pfvwus-pf~1736734292)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators
- **Location:** Palo Alto, CA
- **Serves:** San Mateo, Redwood City, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Los Altos, San Carlos, Belmont, Stanford, Los Altos Hills, Atherton, Portola Valley, West Menlo Park
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Influencer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

Barry Johnson Design is a full service residential interior design firm based in Palo Alto California and launched in 2000.
 
Our goal is to create a finished product that expresses a client’s lifestyle, personality and entertaining style.  This goal is achieved by surrounding the client with colors, furnishings and finishes that speak to the spaces and the users.  Interior design done well brings its own rewards.  We know this is a service business and a close relationship with the client is vital to success as is frequent communication. Collaboration with other design professions on larger projects is what we do well.

### Services Provided

- Bathroom Design
- Color Consulting
- Space Planning
- Floor Plans
- Custom Furniture
- Custom Rugs

### Areas Served

- San Mateo
- Redwood City
- Mountain View
- Palo Alto
- Menlo Park
- Los Altos
- San Carlos
- Belmont
- Stanford
- Los Altos Hills
- Atherton
- Portola Valley
- West Menlo Park

### Typical Job Cost

$40,000 - 400,000

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Barry Johnson Design |
| Address | Palo Alto, California 94301, United States |
| Phone | (650) 473-9699 |
| Website | http://barryjohnsondesign.com/?page\_id=22 |
| License Number | ASID 33389 |
| Followers on Houzz | 242 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/barryjohnsondesign
- Blog — www.barryjohnsondesign.com

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Barry Johnson Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/barry-johnson-design-pfvwus-pf~1736734292)
- **Website:** http://barryjohnsondesign.com/?page_id=22
- **Phone:** (650) 473-9699

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Professional Member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID)

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service.

**Affiliations**
- [American Society of Interior Designers](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-interior-designers-pfvwus-pf~1510192642)
- [CCIDC, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/ccidc-inc-pfvwus-pf~1385158534)

## Reviews

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

### All 6 reviews

**★★★★★ — Beverly Migliozzi, Sept. 2016**

> We've worked with Barry on three homes over a period of about 15 years.  He is the best.  Barry is knowledgeable, creative, responsive, able to deal with budget constraints when necessary, excellent problem solver with really achievable and beautiful solutions.  He works extremely well with all team members -- construction, electricians, flooring, etc.  I don't necessarily love these messy projects, but I do love working with Barry!

**★★★★★ — kbschuster, June 2016**

> Barry was an absolute pleasure to work with.  He provided us with excellent service and unique ideas that made me feel like he could read my mind.  He knew what I wanted better than I did!  His ability to source different types of materials from multiple locations and varying price ranges is amazing.  He and Kim were both exceptionally knowledgeable, responsive and professional throughout our multi-year project. Barry was patient and understanding with everybody involved including us (the homeowners), our contractors and sub contractors.
>
> We look forward to working with Barry on other projects for many years to come!

**★★★★★ — HU-836293, May 2016**

> I have used Barry's design expertise many times over several years. He has an amazing eye for color and spacial visualization.  Once I found Barry I stopped making costly errors. He's easy to work with and is honest and reliable.  Every completed project has filled us with joy. He keeps up with the trade and always knows the latest trends. I wouldn't dream of using anyone else.

**★★★★★ — Erik Foraker, May 2016**

> Barry is a gifted professional!!!
> He helped my wife and I completely furnish or 2nd home in New Orleans, with special focus on all the common areas. Starting from scratch, he transformed the interiors of our +100 year old Victorian into beautiful, fun, livable space. Sourcing new and old furniture pieces and accessories, Barry was able to capture the spirit of the South while at the same time introducing contemporary design, colors and textures that transformed the house into a home that will be enjoyed for many years by my family and friends.

**★★★★★ — Claudia Montalban, Alain Pinel Realtors, May 2016**

> Barry has extraordinary talent and vision and has helped design and select finishes at my home in addition to all of the real estate listings that I prepare for market. He provides full service design with custom colors, furniture, layout recommendations as well as lighting. Each project with Barry has been memorable with a breathtaking WOW factor (everyone asks for the colors) due to his creative and unique style. I would say, Barry's success has come from his innate design talent combined with his keen ability to really listen & tap in to his clients' desires.

**★★★★★ — David Hopkins, Oct. 2015**

> My wife and I have known Barry for nearly six years. We first met him after we bought our home in Palo Alto, having moved from New York. It transpired that Barry had been intimately involved with the prior owner, and their builder, in the complete refurbishment of this 1930's vintage home.
>
> We acquired the home just as it had reached the "white canvas" stage. Construction was complete but no decorating or furniture. We had prior experience working with designers over the years when living on both east and west coasts. We decided to hire Barry on the spot.
>
> Barry and his team epitomize the best. He is creative, considerate, accommodating, responsive, and overall just a delight to know. He covers the entire spectrum including fabric and furniture selections, custom cabinetry and furnishings, paint, wall coverings, carpeting, lighting - the list goes on.
>
> We sold that first home after five wonderful years when we decided to move to "wine country", and of course Barry came along.
>
> We have recently acquired an apartment in San Francisco and Barry is right behind us again - or should I say leading the way!
>
> We recommend him unreservedly.

## Selected projects

- [Mid-Peninsula Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mid-peninsula-modern-pj-vj~6096424)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 19
  - Description: A light and bright easy - low maintence home for empty nesters.
- [Jackson WY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/jackson-wy-pj-vj~6430915)
  - Location: Jackson, WY
  - Photos: 12
- [Menlo Park Contemporary Ranch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/menlo-park-contemporary-ranch-pj-vj~1702497)
  - Location: Menlo Park, CA
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: remodel of a 60's ranch house
- [San Francisco Apartment](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-francisco-apartment-pj-vj~1864387)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 6
- [Atherton Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/atherton-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~1338802)
  - Location: Atherton, CA
  - Photos: 3
- [Los Altos Hills Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-hills-remodel-pj-vj~1364670)
  - Location: Los Altos, CA
  - Photos: 4
- [Hampton's Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hampton-s-remodel-pj-vj~1338836)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [Nob Hill Apartment](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nob-hill-apartment-pj-vj~1463405)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 8
- [Palo Alto Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/palo-alto-cottage-pj-vj~1463418)
  - Location: Palo Alto, CA
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: This is a 1920's Tudor style bungalow. The cabinets are by Rutt and all the floors are hand planed walnut by Richard Marshall.
- [Peninsula Mediterranean](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/peninsula-mediterranean-pj-vj~1342097)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Edgewood Park Moderne](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/edgewood-park-moderne-pj-vj~5694663)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Mountain View Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mountain-view-remodel-pj-vj~5694646)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5

[See all 12 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/barry-johnson-design-pfvwus-pf~1736734292)

## Ideabooks

- [sim kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/86851716/list/sim-kitchen) — 7 ideas
- [Pro Minute Photos](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/70742612/list/pro-minute-photos) — 36 ideas
- [barryjohnsondesign's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/73454843/list/barryjohnsondesign-s-ideas) — 1 idea

[See all 3 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/barryjohnsondesign)

## Community Q&A

**Q: What colour are the cabinets? Thank you!** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Benjamin Moore China White.

**Q: Where can I get this night stand?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: the company is Knowlton brothers ---through A. Rudin showroom in LA and SF

**Q: My bedroom** *(in Photo Questions)*

Where can I get that rug?

A: look at www.kylebunting.com

**Q: Who made the sofa ? Really nice . Thanks** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: A Rudin

**Q: who makes the table.  love it.** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Kolkka furniture www.kolkka.com

**Q: Cabinet color** *(in Photo Questions)*

Would you mind sharing the cabinet paint color?  Thank you

A: Benjamin Moore China White

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-10.*