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address: "La Mesa Drive, San Carlos, California 94070, United States"
latitude: 37.4969
longitude: -122.2674
phone: "(650) 200-6363"
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rating: 5
review_count: 33
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# Simply Situated Interiors

Original Houzz profile: [Simply Situated Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/simply-situated-interiors-pfvwus-pf~758535801)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators
- **Location:** San Carlos, CA
- **Serves:** San Francisco Peninsula
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (33 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2021–2026), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Recommended on Houzz
- 5 Ideabook Saves

Award Winning.
Simply Situated Interiors specializes in renovations and interiors with a focus on creating beautiful, timeless and livable spaces. Each project will uniquely suit your lifestyle and budget, transforming the interior appearance of your home to the look of your dreams.

### Services Provided

- color consultation and more
- interiors
- project management
- redesign
- renovation

### Areas Served

- San Francisco Peninsula

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Simply Situated Interiors |
| Address | La Mesa Drive, San Carlos, California 94070, United States |
| Phone | (650) 200-6363 |
| Website | http://simplysituatedinteriors.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 7 |

**Social profiles:**
- Blog — www.simplysituatedinteriors.com

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Simply Situated Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/simply-situated-interiors-pfvwus-pf~758535801)
- **Website:** http://simplysituatedinteriors.com
- **Phone:** (650) 200-6363

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- UC Berkeley
- Decorating and Staging Academy Certifications:
- -Interior Decorating
- -Interior Redesign
- -Home Staging
- -Confident Color System

- **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2021–2026), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 33 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 49.0

### Reviews

**★★★★★ — Dana Murray, Feb. 2026**

> Maureen helped us design two bathrooms and was amazing! She helped us focus in on our style and really narrowed down the options so we didn’t get overwhelmed. She also suggested a great contractor who did a fantastic job executing the plans.
>
> Thanks, Maureen!

**★★★★★ — Cody, Jan. 2026**

> Maureen is absolutely exceptional — we could not have found a better designer for our renovation. We worked with her on two bathrooms (guest and primary) as well as our primary bedroom, with all construction happening while we were away traveling, and the experience could not have been smoother.
>
> We loved partnering with Maureen on the design. She made the entire process feel seamless and stress-free, helping us bring our vision to life while elevating it in ways we couldn’t have done on our own. For every decision, whether it was shower tiles or cabinetry wood, she presented us with a thoughtfully curated set of options, saving us from hours of researching online and in-store. She also provided invaluable guidance on where to invest and where to be more cost-efficient, all without ever compromising on quality.
>
> I also cannot emphasize enough how incredible Maureen’s eye for design is along with her ability to tailor her recommendations and the design to your personal style and goals.
>
> During the renovation, we were traveling internationally and so Maureen managed the overall project, sharing regular updates and photos. We’re incredibly grateful we trusted Maureen with our home and are thrilled (though not surprised) that the end result was perfect and exceeded all expectations. We recommend her without hesitation and would absolutely work with her again.

**★★★★★ — HU-510071155, Aug. 2025**

> We are absolutely thrilled with Maureen and her work! Our project included adding a wall to create a new room, a full bathroom renovation, and converting an outdoor bathroom area into an office with its own bathroom. She was incredibly responsive, communicated clearly, and offered design options that perfectly matched our vision while guiding us through key decisions. The team she brought in — from contractor to cabinetry — was outstanding. The results far exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend to anyone looking to update or renovate their home!

**★★★★★ — Esther Wang, Aug. 2025**

> We had the pleasure of working with Maureen on designing our ADU! From the very beginning, she took the time to listen to our ideas, understand our style, and thoughtfully translate our vision into a design that felt both personal and inspired.
>
> Her collaborative nature and ability to balance beauty with functionality made it an easy process. She offered creative solutions while honoring our priorities and budget. The final result is a space that feels welcoming and functional. We are so grateful for Maureen and would recommend her for your home design needs!

**★★★★★ — Crystal Chang, May 2025**

> It's not pure coincidence that Maureen has "Bravo" as a part of her name. This woman is a humble genius in her craft. I was immediately drawn to her work when I reviewed her portfolio. Often times, designers have the same "look" for multiple projects. Not Maureen - I could tell she chose finishes based on her client's preferences.
>
> Our late 1970s home was in dire need of new floors, interior doors, and an updated stair banister. Maureen suggested an initial walkthrough to ensure she would be a good fit. From the moment she showed up, I enjoyed being in her presence. The brief suggestions she made were in line with my ideas, and I knew I had to work with her.
>
> Maureen was mindful of our budget. She would always ask my opinion prior to sourcing design choices, even after I communicated that I had full trust in her. It was true collaboration. Maureen consistently stayed on top of timelines and would keep me updated in a timely manner.
>
> We enjoyed working with Maureen so much that we decided to add on a master bath remodel. I now get to wake up every morning in the beauty of our new home. I'm certain that this vision would not happen if it weren't for Maureen's talent. For me, having someone design your home isn't just about their skill and creativity, it also includes how they made you feel through the process. It doesn't get any better than working with someone who is honest, trustworthy, reliable, and talented.

**★★★★★ — Noelli De La Cruz, Dec. 2024**

> I am a local designer, and support other professionals in this field as a part time job. I have worked with various experts in this field, but none of them with Maureen’s caliber. She is creative, unique in her ideas, practical, and diligent with communication and details. On every project I have assisted with, I learn something new. I appreciate her dedication to her clients, those she works with in the trade, and creating a collaborative environment for everyone involved. You will not be disappointed if you hire her. She is a designer you want on your team!!

**★★★★★ — mandy\_a1976, Nov. 2024**

> Maureen was so great to work with! She's knowledgeable, creative, decisive, and flexible. She helped us transform our stale living room into an amazing family space that we enjoy daily. She also consulted on a bathroom remodel and stepped in to manage the project while we were away. It was so much easier to make decisions with her expertise, and we love the result!

**★★★★★ — Audrey Samon, Jan. 2024**

> We worked with Maureen this past year during our 9 month remodel.  Maureen advised us with our kitchen - layout, functionality, decor, fixtures, lighting, etc.  Beyond that she also helped us with flooring, painting of the inside and outside of our house, bathroom decor including tiles, fixtures, lighting, etc.  She was an excellent resource with regards to functionality of our kitchen, we love our kitchen and the layout that she helped us to create.  She also has a beautiful eye for decor and reads her clients very well.  Working with her is very easy and truly takes a major level of stress off of your plate.  Thank you Maureen for helping us to make our home beautiful and very functional.

**★★★★★ — Holly Yates, Nov. 2023**

> Maureen was awesome! Super personable and was ready to jump in to get the project started. Any questions I had during the project, she was super responsive. Loved her suggestions and the finished project was amazing. I'll definitely be calling her again for my next project.

**★★★★★ — carav1967, July 2023**

> I wish there were more stars- because she deserves them!
> Maureen has been such a pleasure to work with on our remodel!
> Her whole process from beginning to end has surpassed my expectations. The design process was easy. She had great ideas, and worked with me to bring our vision to life. She recommended a contractor who was amazing and completely blew away all of my expectations.
> Her communication was awesome. I would get a communication once a week to lay out what to expect for that week, and she followed through on every task without fail.
> We completed the remodel within the timeline given, and she worked with the contractor to ensure that all punch list items were completed in a timely fashion.
> The remodel turned out so great! I am so happy with every single detail.
> I would recommend Maureen to absolutely anyone looking for a seamless, and enjoyable remodel process. Thank you so much!

**★★★★★ — HU-428100097, Dec. 2022**

> We have just come up on one month living in our partially remodeled kitchen done by Simply Situated Interiors, and we are so happy with how it turned out both aesthetically and functionally! We are so thankful for Maureen’s help with improving our layout and providing much needed design updates. We are first time homeowners and Maureen made the remodeling process seamless. She was always willing to make adjustments with respect to our budget (not an easy task). Maureen is a great communicator, and always made herself readily available when small unanticipated design questions arose onsite at the last minute. She is not only a great creative, but also an excellent project manager who worked closely with contractors and subcontractors to keep everything on a timeline. Everyone Maureen suggested for the job did an outstanding job as well. Maureen's unique combination of both design and project management skills make her a perfect fit for remodeling projects large and small. I look forward to working with Maureen on future design projects!

**★★★★★ — Lily, Oct. 2022**

> I reached out to Maureen for help with interior design and a number of vague project ideas for our new (first) house. With her help, we were able to accomplish so much in under 3 months, including interior color selection and painting, new kitchen shelving and backsplash tile, an assortment of contractor repair work, selecting/laying out/ordering furniture, window replacement, etc. Without Maureen's help, I would still be wasting hours of time on Pinterest and Yelp instead of settling in and enjoying our home.
>
> Maureen's guidance and contractor connections have been invaluable during this whole process. She is able to work well within time constraints, respects style/budget preferences, and is very easy to communicate with by text/phone/email. She helped explore project ideas and provided information and options, but was totally fine with putting a few larger projects aside after I decided I wasn't ready to pursue them yet -- with no pressure at all.
>
> I look forward to continuing to work with Maureen and highly recommend Simply Situated Interiors to anyone looking for help with interior design.

## Selected projects

- [Crestview 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/crestview-2-pj-vj~7067208)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
- [Magnolia](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/magnolia-pj-vj~7067207)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [Melendy](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/melendy-pj-vj~7067206)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 11
- [Coventry](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/coventry-pj-vj~7067204)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 10
- [Ronden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ronden-pj-vj~7067203)
  - Location: Mountain View, California
  - Photos: 8
- [Ridge](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ridge-pj-vj~7067201)
  - Location: Belmont, California
  - Photos: 4
- [Hillcrest](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hillcrest-pj-vj~6827480)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 10
- [Clifford](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/clifford-pj-vj~6665065)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 11
- [Meadowsweet 1](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/meadowsweet-1-pj-vj~6603419)
  - Location: San Carlos, California
  - Photos: 8
- [Meadowsweet 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/meadowsweet-2-pj-vj~6719908)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
- [Junipero](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/junipero-pj-vj~6694425)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [11th Avenue](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/11th-avenue-pj-vj~6647190)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [Greendale](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/greendale-pj-vj~6289940)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: Paint selection Cabinet colors and selection Furniture selection and layout Stone and tile selection Material fabrication and installation
- [Lakeshore](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lakeshore-pj-vj~6289936)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: New hardwood floors Interior paint Kitchen cabinet painting Custom home office cabinets and floating desk Furniture and art selection
- [Montserrat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/montserrat-pj-vj~6289938)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: Furniture selection and layout Paint selection
- [Crestview](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/crestview-pj-vj~5974577)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 11

[See all 16 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/simply-situated-interiors-pfvwus-pf~758535801)

## Ideabooks

- [Strahm](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/184249008/list/strahm) — 3 ideas
- [Williamson](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/174726972/list/williamson) — 21 ideas
- [Wagner](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/181527082/list/wagner) — 132 ideas
- [Gage](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/184045423/list/gage) — 14 ideas
- [Rezneck](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/183858794/list/rezneck) — 14 ideas
- [Murray](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/178813751/list/murray) — 24 ideas
- [Sykes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/178430069/list/sykes) — 19 ideas
- [Chen Wang ADU](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/180148744/list/chen-wang-adu) — 43 ideas
- [Chang](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/178756959/list/chang) — 6 ideas
- [Dunstan](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/170529902/list/dunstan) — 14 ideas
- [Samon Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/161957353/list/samon-remodel) — 46 ideas
- [Shaw remodel](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/166267702/list/shaw-remodel) — 2 ideas
- [Sweetnam](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/165157953/list/sweetnam) — 9 ideas
- [Gallagher](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/162582153/list/gallagher) — 10 ideas
- [Pernicka Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/158353744/list/pernicka-kitchen) — 17 ideas
- [Varghese](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/153864921/list/varghese) — 56 ideas
- [Kelly](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/155326859/list/kelly) — 11 ideas
- [Moreau Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/141649431/list/moreau-remodel) — 6 ideas
- [Lin Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/145717059/list/lin-remodel) — 20 ideas
- [Pansky Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/146968987/list/pansky-bathroom) — 21 ideas

[See all 21 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/webuser-48854431)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-22.*