--- title: "Mentos Interiors — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/mentos-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1988127968 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1988127968.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Mentos Interiors" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/f5338dbe0f393f5c_0444-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "3716 Via La Selva, Palos Verdes Estates, California 90274, United States" latitude: 33.7866 longitude: -118.2987 phone: "(408) 807-0380" website: http://www.mentosinteriors.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 17 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 128 last_updated: 2026-11-13 --- # Mentos Interiors Original Houzz profile: [Mentos Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/mentos-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1988127968) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Palos Verdes Estates, CA - **Serves:** Torrance, Santa Monica, Redondo Beach, Rancho Palos Verdes, Beach Cities area of Southern - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (17 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2015–2017), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 500 Ideabook Saves Every client brings a unique story. Mentos Interiors brings knowledge, experience, and listening skills to turn those stories into reality. Our approach is "wholistic." We are by your side through the entire design process, from brainstorming and space planning, product and material selection, all the way through remodeling. We consider ourselves consummate ghost writers, editors, and developers. ### Services Provided - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Color Consulting - Custom Built-ins - Floor Plans - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Bookcases - Custom Walk-in Closets - Custom Entertainment Centers - Kitchen Remodeling ### Areas Served - Torrance - Santa Monica - Redondo Beach - Rancho Palos Verdes - Beach Cities area of Southern ### Typical Job Cost $2,500 - 100,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Mentos Interiors | | Address | 3716 Via La Selva, Palos Verdes Estates, California 90274, United States | | Phone | (408) 807-0380 | | Website | http://www.mentosinteriors.com | | Followers on Houzz | 128 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/mentosinteriors - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/pub/monica-mcallister/15/809/a65 - Blog — http://www.yelp.com/biz/mentos-interiors-saratoga ## Offers $150 Off Online Design Services _Valid Until 12/30/14 - Mention Houzz_ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Mentos Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/mentos-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1988127968) - **Website:** http://www.mentosinteriors.com - **Phone:** (408) 807-0380 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2015–2017), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 17 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — helainegreen, Nov. 2016** > We remodeled our master bedroom and bathroom, in addition to putting in new window treatments in our living room. Monica McAllister of Mentos Interiors worked in tandem with our contractor throughout the project and did a superb job of pulling everything together. We are delighted with our new master bedroom and bathroom and owe her our gratitude for helping us create our new dream space. **★★★★★ — melindareynard, Nov. 2015** > Monica from Mentos Interiors by far the most professional, personable and helpful designer around. Her plans and ideas show considerable thought and talent. My son and I bought a condo together which needed extensive remodeling and she held both of our hands throughout the entire process. In addition, her plans were done so well that the city was able to use them and we did not need to hire an architect. She went above and beyond by talking to the city officials and confidently answering any questions they had. Every part of the plans she drew up passed all the city's compliance codes. We were so pleased with Monica's work that we continue to recommend her to our friends and family and keep using her for all our design needs. She is absolutely terrific with choosing the perfect color and taking into consideration your budget and your personal preferences. **★★★★ — Susan Brenner, Nov. 2015** > Monica was such a pleasure to have help me with my bathroom, bedroom and study remodel. She was always pleasant and I always appreciated her honesty and directness. She understood my taste and implemented it well. **★★★★★ — dmracek, June 2015** > Monica has been such a great help in designing and furnishing our home. She provided us with a binder of ideas as we had several rooms to furnish. I refer back to the information on a regular basis and every time find additional details in the plans that show she really has thought through the ideas and considering all. Our home is a work in progress and it's so nice to have Monica to bounce ideas off of as we move forward. Many thanks Monica for helping us make our home the best it can be :) **★★★★★ — Chrissy Chrissy, Feb. 2015** > Monica guided us into decor heaven when we first moved into our humble abode. Its small but she managed to help us rearrange the layout to make it comfortable, welcoming and look more spacious! Three things to describe Mentos Interiors would be: stylish, yet functional. Homey with a fabulous design eye and extremely pleasant to work with. Thanks for helping us, Mentos Interiors! We would 100% recommend her to loved ones and friends. **Comment from Mentos Interiors:** > Thanks so much Chrissy. It was so much fun helping you and Ian with your first home together. Very special for me :-D **★★★★★ — jpiao1, Feb. 2014** > Monica was a talented designer and was also a very pleasant person to work with. She listened to her clients, was patient, and was detail oriented. She helped us choose wall colors and styles, floors, tiles, counter tops and much more. We love the foyer floor tile and design very much, and we are very thankful for her help! **★★★★★ — matthammer1, Feb. 2014** > Mentos and Monica provided exceptional service and creativity in the redesign of our home. We purchased our home and the design was severly outdated- think bad wallpaper, poor color schemes, and lacking a very modern touch. Monica was able to see around these obstacles and said "The house has great bones" and went to work. She provided a wonderful recommendation on paint colors for the entire house and took in the input of what my wife and I wanted. Monica also provided recommendations on a few different furniture and mirror ideas which really made a few of the rooms pop. She was able to work within our budget and provided recommendations for the next phase of our home design. Monica consistently followed up and made us feel like "family" during the entire process. > > I give her my highest recommendation for home design!! **★★★★★ — 3786drum, Jan. 2014** > We first met Monica back in 2012 when we were selling our home. She provided us with excellent advice on decluttering, decorating and choice of accent paint colors to enhance our home. I loved the suggestions and changes she made and as a result our home sold in less than a day and substantially over the asking price. > Since moving into our new home Monica has helped us on numerous projects, including drapery, lighting, paint colors, and redecoration of both our dining and guest rooms. I love the results! Monica's keen eye for color makes each room pop as you enter. I have received numerous complements about how the choice of fabric and color all work so well together > I would highly recommend Monica for any Interior Design project you may have. She is not only fabulous at Interior design, she is super organized and reliable, and most importantly, wonderful to work with! **★★★★★ — kimanita, Jan. 2014** > We have worked with Monica for the past 8 years. The most recent project was to build an "at-home" office. She is very professional, listens to our requests and comes up with great ideas and colors that we would never think about on our own. She brings in high quality sub-contractors and the finished product is beautiful! **★★★★★ — rush1412, Jan. 2014** > We live in a three story townhouse,with the middle level housing the living area, dining and kitchen. We needed help with the furniture placement and the colors on the wall. > > In our first meeting Monica discussed about what we expected in terms of functionality from the rooms and also the look we were going for. > > She was pleasant, professional and easy to work with. She presented us with a very put together binder of the ideas and options she had. Its so easy for us now to walk into the store looking for the exact furniture. Even the customer service at the stores were impressed. > > We would gladly work with her when we work on the other levels of the house. **★★★★★ — Chris Gustafson, Jan. 2014** > I joke that Monica is part marriage counselor. My husband and I have totally different tastes when it comes to interior decorating; as a result we had put off doing anything for years. Monica came in and did a complete color analysis of our house. She was always on time for our meetings, focused and delivered a detailed portfolio with a room by room analysis of colors we should use. My husband and I both love her recommendations and we are finally getting rid of all the beige! **★★★★★ — pensam, Jan. 2014** > We had purchased a home in Huntington Beach and had hired a contractor to do some renovations. We were in way over our heads and definitely needed some expert advice. > > I contacted Monica and we met at our home to walk thru the renovations taking place. She was able to grasp my color scheme and translate it into a color palette that gave our home a very warm and open feel. All the rooms flow together beautifully and yet each room is uniquely individual. > > We were thrilled with the professional portfolio she put together. She helped us stay on our move-in time schedule and was always responsive to any question or idea we may have. > > As we move into the next phase of decorating, Monica will be the first person we will contact to get started. > > Monica has a very positive attitude and enthusiastic style that makes her fun to work with. We would unequivocally recommend her for any interior design project you may have. > > Dave and Penny Samuelson > Huntington Beach, CA ## Selected projects - [Saratoga Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/saratoga-residence-pj-vj~453679) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: Custom remodel of a typical 1950's kitchen in a ranch style home. No square footage was added, but by vaulting the ceiling and removing walls we completely opened up the space. Adding skylights brought much needed light into the working triangle. The 11' long island has become the social hub of this home. The island includes a Kohler D-Bowl stainless sink, two dishwashers and recycle station to make entertaining a snap. - [Gardnerville Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gardnerville-project-pj-vj~517535) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Beach Condo Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beach-condo-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~427598) - Location: Redondo Beach, CA - Photos: 8 - Description: This was a low budget remodel of a 1970's condo recently purchased as a vacation getaway. By keeping the plumbing and electric in the same locations, we were able to minimize costs. Simply removing the upper cabinets allowed light to flood into the space and light up surrounding areas. By removing the previous cooktop cabinet and venting, we were able to utilize the window wall for a new bank of cabinets, adding much needed storage. The placement of the new refrigerator capped off the now 'u-sha… - [Modern Bath Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-bath-remodel-pj-vj~453683) - Location: Manhattan Beach, CA - Photos: 2 - Description: Contemporary bathroom renovation in a 1950's beach bungalow. We converted the aging tub to a luxurious shower stall, complete with a rain-head fixture and 4 water jets. Oceanside Glass mosaic walls add to the 'razzle-dazzle' drama of the new bathroom. By removing the tired vanity and adding a floating countertop, we gained some extra floor space. The gorgeous ramp sink was created by Sonoma Cast Stone. The countertop extends along the full length of this wall, becoming a waist-high shelf inside… - [San Jose Law Office](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-jose-law-office-pj-vj~453677) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: Custom installation for a 3-partner law firm in San Jose. The 'power' color throughout was different variations of oxblood red. Using textural materials we were able to provide dramatic lighting effects on otherwise large, flat walls. Carefully selected art objects also added panache. The front desk was custom designed and fabricated locally. The goal was to present a less stodgy 'take' on the traditional law office while still maintaining a professional approach. - [The Stratford San Mateo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-stratford-san-mateo-pj-vj~428541) - Location: San Mateo, CA - Photos: 6 - Description: The transformation of an abandoned conference room into a media room/ common space. The residents now enjoy weekly movie nights, travel lectures, and book readings. A coffee bar and popcorn station complete the 'family room' appeal and turned this under used area into a fun gathering place. - [Sunnyvale Law Office](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sunnyvale-law-office-pj-vj~427637) - Location: Sunnyvale, CA - Photos: 2 - Description: An exterior face-lift for a mid-century style office building. With a minimal budget and a few design flourishes the presentation went from blah to wow. - [Contemporary Master Bath Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-master-bath-remodel-pj-vj~1530648) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: Images from my favorite project in 2015. My client and I collaborated on this gorgeous remodel of her previously cramped bathroom. We turned 3 small, dark spaces into one glorious, light- filled suite where she can soak in the tub, watch tv or work out all in one space [See all 8 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/mentos-interiors-pfvwus-pf~1988127968) ## Ideabooks - [Bathroom ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/9330563/list/bathroom-ideas) — 19 ideas - [Great Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/49289639/list/great-kitchens) — 9 ideas - [La Selva flooring](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/131032984/list/la-selva-flooring) — 11 ideas - [Bedroom Vibes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/160807081/list/bedroom-vibes) — 1 idea - [Dream Home](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/63906445/list/dream-home) — 4 ideas - [Coastal Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/60663632/list/coastal-kitchen) — 6 ideas - [Brenner Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/60078428/list/brenner-kitchen) — 9 ideas - [Modern Sensibility](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3817907/list/modern-sensibility) — 52 ideas - [Fireplace Designs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/28610859/list/fireplace-designs) — 8 ideas - [Curb Appeal](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16285553/list/curb-appeal) — 9 ideas - [Portos](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/28504227/list/portos) — 12 ideas - [Small scale baths](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24445934/list/small-scale-baths) — 21 ideas - [California Mediteranean](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/46604100/list/california-mediteranean) — 25 ideas - [Brenner Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27918802/list/brenner-bathroom) — 28 ideas - [Neutral Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24088451/list/neutral-interiors) — 3 ideas - [Fav Before/Afters](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/22128012/list/fav-before-afters) — 4 ideas - [Taddeo](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3858513/list/taddeo) — 3 ideas - [Residential Portfolio](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1502613/list/residential-portfolio) — 9 ideas - [Commercial Portfolio](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1502703/list/commercial-portfolio) — 5 ideas [See all 19 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/mentosdesign) ## Community Q&A **Q: Granite** *(in Photo Questions)* What is this granite? A: The stone was called Hawaii Granite and has lots of beautiful translucent flecks that can't be appreciated in the photos. It was purchased from a smaller granite supplier in Redondo Beach, CA. As a professional, I have never seen this stone before or since it's purchase. **Q: Hood** *(in Photo Questions)* can you tell me who makes this Chimney Hood in 48 inches? A: This hood was manufactured by Vent-a-Hood and was purchased through Standards of Excellence in Santa Clara. You can research the various styles and cfm options on the Vent-a-hood website: www.ventahood.com **Q: Please share the wall color. Love it!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: It's one of my favorites as well. Really warms up a room. Benjamin Moore 'Jamesboro Gold' (HC-88) http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/jamesborogold **Q: need help with wall paint** *(in Design Dilemma)* The builder is allowing us 1 color paint for the interior of the house including ceilings, I have tray ceilings with crown molding in the living room, dining room, family room, office and master bedroom. I narrowed it down to SW6142, SW6388 or Richards 0174 Maple Pecan, 0308 Coconut Crumble. We are in a rental right now, so the photos I'm sending you are taken in the rental. The kitchen in the new house will have Cherry Cabinets. Or can you suggest another color. Thank you so much. A: I can recommend a personal favorite: Benjamin Moore 'Jamesboro Gold' (HC-88) seen in my photos. It's such a lovely, warm color and just makes everything look richer. If this is too dark for you, then you might also consider Pratt & Lambert 'Delicate Beige' (CL091). This would also provide a very warm contrast to your new cherry cabinets and furniture... **Q: Leave or change fireplace?** *(in Design Dilemma)* Would you leave this fireplace as is or change it in some way? We have tried washing the stains off the brick, but they will not come off. They don't bother me as much as my husband. What would you do with this fireplace? Lots of construction going on, so please forgive the mess! A: You may also consider simply sheet rocking over the bricks, and adding a pre-fab mantel. The project I've attached is just exactly that. The 'back' portion of this fireplace is what your existing brick would like with a layer of sheetrock over it... **Q: I need help adding colour to my room.** *(in Design Dilemma)* Hello, I'm redecorating my room, and this is my first time doing such a thing. I'm a young male, so obviously I'm not the greatest at it. I'm not sure what colour I should add to it. As you can see it's very beige. I have a painting on the way "Misty Mood, by Leonid Afremov". It's mostly different shades of blue, with red and yellow. I'll place it on the chair side wall. I'm going to get some decorative pillows. What colours would work best? Also, what other accessories do you think I could add? Thanks, Mike A: Happy decorating! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-13.*