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# Christine Markatos Design

Original Houzz profile: [Christine Markatos Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/christine-markatos-design-pfvwus-pf~847494014)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators
- **Location:** Santa Monica, CA
- **Serves:** Greater Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Hawaii
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2015–2018), for Design, Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Houzz Influencer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 50,000 Ideabook Saves

Christine Markatos Design is a nationally published, full service interior design studio based in Santa Monica. Founded in 2005 and led by principal designer Christine Markatos Lowe, the studio is known for creating sophisticated spaces that are enlivened with a fresh mixture of pattern, color and texture while meeting the needs and lifestyles of those who live there. Christine and her team are committed to outstanding client service and professional collaboration while creating beautiful interiors. Typical projects range in scale from redecorating to freshen up a few rooms to designing every interior detail of a newly constructed home.

### Services Provided

- Interior Design
- Interior Architecture
- Remodeling

### Areas Served

- Greater Los Angeles
- San Francisco
- New York
- Hawaii

### Typical Job Cost

$100,000.00 - 3,000,000.00

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Christine Markatos Design |
| Address | 1211 Montana Ave. Ste 203, Santa Monica, California 90403, United States |
| Phone | (310) 576-0908 |
| Website | http://www.markatosdesign.com/ |
| Followers on Houzz | 246 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Christine-Markatos-Design-1493919794238074/
- Blog — http://www.markatosdesign.com/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Christine Markatos Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/christine-markatos-design-pfvwus-pf~847494014)
- **Website:** http://www.markatosdesign.com/
- **Phone:** (310) 576-0908

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Best of Houzz 2015 Design Award
- MFA in Fine Art

- **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2015–2018), for Design, Service.

## Reviews

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

### All 6 reviews

**★★★★★ — nycwoodsidefamily, Nov. 2015**

> We have worked with Christine on 3 projects.  She did a fantastic job on our first apartment in 1996 in Soho in New York City and it is still looks great to this day.  With a growing family, we then moved into a townhouse in the West Village where Christine created another warm, timeless, elegant family living environment.  When we suddenly decided to move across the country to California, she moved us into our new home in a matter of weeks.  She is vigilant on timing and helps keep everyone on schedule.  Christine honors your opinion and budget.     We highly recommend, Christine!

**★★★★★ — linkap15, Oct. 2015**

> Christine Markatos Design redecorated our home.  We are so very pleased with the results.  Everything was done on time and within our budget.  Anytime I needed assistance or had questions, Christine was there to help me.  I love the difference it made in our home...the fabrics chosen and her ideas on paint and wall covering made a big difference.  I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a creative and easy to work with firm.

**★★★★★ — Liza Larchmont Designs, Oct. 2015**

> Christine Markatos is that rare combination of meticulous organization and exceptional taste.  Each home she has designed for me has a unique style, proving her versatility. Beyond her beautiful decor choices, she is so lovely to work with.  Never has creating my home been more enjoyable.  She is a must call if you are looking for a new interior designer.

**★★★★★ — info3614, Oct. 2015**

> Christine is amazing.  I love working with her because she is wonderful at aligning her creative vision with the clients aesthetic.  Designing a space with her is an enjoyable process and the finished product is impeccable.

**★★★★★ — janvip25, Oct. 2015**

> I love working with Christine. She has incredible taste and attention to detail plus she is brilliant at managing a project from start to finish to ensure it is delivered ontime and in line expectations. She is a true professional.

**★★★★★ — gabi sharron, Oct. 2015**

> Over the years, I hired Christine Markatos Design for her expertise for 3 separate projects, the last one being completed in the last year. All projects had a different style and Christine was able to transform all of them with her exquisite taste. Her attention to detail is like no other, as is her ability to meet deadlines, work well with others and work back to a budget.  Christine has a ton of knowledge and experience and we were confident in all of the design choices she made for us. Christine is an absolute pleasure to work with!

## Selected projects

- [Santa Monica Classic Spanish Colonial](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/santa-monica-classic-spanish-colonial-pj-vj~1305045)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 19
  - Description: A classic 1920's period Spanish colonial updated for 21st century living with original architectural details mixed with textures and patterns.
- [Santa Monica Coastal Cape Cod](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/santa-monica-coastal-cape-cod-pj-vj~1305082)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: A classic shingle style Cape Cod family home with splashes of color and transitional furnishings.
- [Santa Monica Eclectic Cape Cod](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/santa-monica-eclectic-cape-cod-pj-vj~1305069)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: A clapboard Cape Cod family home with an ethereal palette and filled with a mix of modern and transitional furnishings.
- [Four Seasons Hawaii Beach house](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/four-seasons-hawaii-beach-house-pj-vj~86302)
  - Location: Kona, HI
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: A custom built home at five star resort with a tropical aesthetic and breathtaking views. The interiors showcase a subtle palette of natural materials juxtaposed against Chinese lacquer, wood inlays and organic textures.
- [West Village Townhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-village-townhouse-pj-vj~120486)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: A family home with a modern aesthetic set within the traditional architecture of a 25' wide Federal period townhouse in the West Village of Manhattan.The project showcases vintage European pieces from the 1920’s- 1960’s.
- [Manhattan duplex](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/manhattan-duplex-pj-vj~120490)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: A mix of modern and traditional furnishings juxtaposed against 19th c architecture in a Greenwich Village townhouse duplex .
- [Bay Area Traditional](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bay-area-traditional-pj-vj~86278)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: A Federal style family home with contemporary furnishings mixed with Asian and 19th century European antiques.
- [Santa Monica Italianate Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/santa-monica-italianate-estate-pj-vj~1305020)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 21
  - Description: An Italianate estate inspired by the patina of a European villa filled with 18th and 19th century antiques and contemporary art.

[See all 8 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/christine-markatos-design-pfvwus-pf~847494014)

## Community Q&A

**Q: The bed.** *(in Photo Questions)*

Where did you find the beautiful little girls bed? This room is gorgeous. As well as the rest of the home. Thanks for sharing.

A: Thank you! The bed is from Lief Antiques in Los Angeles

**Q: This tile is fantastic.  What is it?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you tell me what the tile is for this bathroom?

A: Thank you! Its from Busby Gilbert.

**Q: Wall and Trim Color** *(in Photo Questions)*

Beautiful room! Do you mind sharing the wall and trim color? Thanks!

A: Thank you! The wall and trim color are the same. Pratt and Lambert Seed Pearl 27-32.

**Q: Chairs** *(in Photo Questions)*

Please, where can the chairs be purchased?

A: They were purchased from Pottery Barn.

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

Who makes the cabinet?

A: It is a custom design of ours. Thanks

**Q: What is the interior paint color used in the house** *(in Photo Questions)*

I  love the paint color in the kitchen and living room.

A: Thank you! The paint color is from Benjamin Moore and is called Chatsworth Cream. We cut it 50% with decorators white to keep it fresh.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-15.*