--- title: "SoCal Kitchens — Kitchen & Bath Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/socal-kitchens-pfvwus-pf~847964926 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~847964926.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "SoCal Kitchens" category: ["Kitchen & Bath Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/1733fb0702e02e4d_6531-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "San Clemente, California 92672, United States" phone: "(323) 484-3228" website: http://www.socalkitchens.com rating: 5 review_count: 43 best_of_houzz_awards: 10 followers: 83 last_updated: 2026-09-12 --- # SoCal Kitchens Original Houzz profile: [SoCal Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/socal-kitchens-pfvwus-pf~847964926) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Kitchen & Bath Designers - **Location:** San Clemente, CA - **Serves:** Huntington Beach, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Redondo Beach, Laguna Niguel, San Clemente, Aliso Viejo, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point, Laguna Hills, Ladera Ranch, Laguna Beach, Laguna Woods, Palos Verdes Peninsula, Palos Verdes Estates, Playa Vista, Capistrano Beach, Laguna Nigel - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (43 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2015–2025), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves SoCal Kitchens - industry experts in kitchen and bath remodeling; providing indoor & outdoor cabinetry and design services to the Orange County area. Contact us directly at info@socalkitchens.com or 323.484.3228 (leave a message) to schedule your complimentary in-home consult. We are an authorized dealer of: Crystal Cabinet Works, Naturekast, Caesarstone, and more! ### Services Provided - Kitchen Design - Custom Cabinets - Bathroom Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Custom Bathroom Vanities - 3D Rendering - Custom Countertops - Custom Pantries - Design Consultation - Laundry Room Design - Floor Plans - Home Extensions - Project Management - Mudroom Design - Universal Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Custom Walk-in Closets - Pantry Design - Sustainable Design - Basement Design - Handicap-Accessible Design - Custom Cabinet Doors - Space Planning - Building Design - Custom Home Bars - Custom Homes - Garage Design - Green Design ### Areas Served - Huntington Beach - Mission Viejo - Newport Beach - Redondo Beach - Laguna Niguel - San Clemente - Aliso Viejo - Rancho Palos Verdes - San Juan Capistrano - Dana Point - Laguna Hills - Ladera Ranch - Laguna Beach - Laguna Woods - Palos Verdes Peninsula - Palos Verdes Estates - Playa Vista - Capistrano Beach - Laguna Nigel ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | SoCal Kitchens | | Address | San Clemente, California 92672, United States | | Phone | (323) 484-3228 | | Website | http://www.socalkitchens.com | | License Number | 1080979 | | Followers on Houzz | 83 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/socalkitchens/ - Blog — https://www.instagram.com/socalkitchens/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [SoCal Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/socal-kitchens-pfvwus-pf~847964926) - **Website:** http://www.socalkitchens.com - **Phone:** (323) 484-3228 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of Houzz in Service 2015-2018, 2020-2025 - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2015–2025), for Service. **Affiliations** - [National Kitchen & Bath Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-kitchen-and-bath-association-pfvwus-pf~1351084655) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 43 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Kristina H., Jan. 2026** > We couldn’t be happier with our kitchen and with the incredible work of SoCal Kitchens. From the very beginning, Cleo was professional, communicative, and truly listened to what we wanted. She is a rare combination of an incredibly talented designer and a highly skilled contractor. She helped us refine our ideas, offered thoughtful design suggestions, and created a space that is not only beautiful but also highly functional. > The craftsmanship and attention to detail were outstanding. Every step of the process was well-organized, timelines were clearly communicated, and every trade she brought in reflected the same high standard she holds herself to. Any questions or concerns we had were addressed quickly and thoroughly and any changes were handled quickly and transparently, giving us complete confidence throughout the remodel. > Our kitchen has completely transformed our home, and we have received so many compliments. It’s rare to find someone who excels equally in creativity, execution, and leadership, but Cleo does it all. If you are looking for someone who can design a beautiful space and bring it to life, look no further. We highly recommend SoCal Kitchens to anyone looking for a talented, reliable, and detail-oriented designer/contractor. We would recommend her without hesitation and would absolutely work with her again. **★★★★★ — Bonnie Leigh Hoffman, Jan. 2026** > I cannot say enough incredible things about Cleo and SoCal Kitchens. She completed two major projects for me—a full house remodel (including kitchen and bathroom) and the design and build of an ADU in my backyard—and both exceeded every expectation. Cleo has an exceptional eye for design and is impeccable in her work. Every detail was thoughtfully considered, beautifully executed, and held to the highest standard of craftsmanship. The finished results are stunning—I absolutely love my home remodel, and the studio ADU she designed and built is truly gorgeous. Beyond her talent, Cleo was a true professional from start to finish. Communication was excellent throughout the entire process, timelines were clear, and I always felt informed and supported. With over 20 years of design and construction experience, her expertise was evident at every stage. She stayed within budget and consistently went out of her way to ensure I was receiving the greatest value possible, which speaks volumes about her integrity and commitment to her clients. Cleo was an absolute delight to work with, and I would recommend her to anyone without hesitation. She is truly the best in the business. **★★★★★ — drmarsi, Dec. 2024** > I absolutely loved working with Cleo and her team! Luckily, Cleo was recommended to me by a friend to help me with my whole house remodel. (My mom had left me her adorable townhome but it was definitely stuck in the 80's.) I wanted the kitchen opened up and completely redesigned, new layouts of the bathrooms, new fireplace, new floors, smooth drywall, new front door, new closets, new laundry area...I was feeling very overwhelmed but Cleo made everything effortless! She had wonderful design ideas, helped me pick beautiful materials, worked within my budget, and was a TOTAL perfectionist. In addition, Cleo made sure all of her sub contractors did a timely and high end job. My home is a gorgeous new space that I love coming home to, thanks to Cleo. She is the BEST!!! **★★★★★ — Ben Yodowitz, Dec. 2024** > This was our second time working with Cleo and we can’t say enough great things. She always thinks a few steps ahead to make sure every project runs smoothly. Most importantly she is a perfectionist which gives us peace of mind knowing everything is going to be done right and exactly how we want it. We love all the design work she has done thinking of how we can maximize space, custom cabinetry design and energetic oversight. It’s always great working with Cleo and we highly recommend! **★★★★★ — HU-933357399, Feb. 2024** > Cleo with SoCal Kitchens is wonderful to work with.she is incredibly organized and efficient. She’s both creative, and has her General Contractor’s license. Her attention to detail was impressive. My kitchen flows better now, I have more useful cabinet space, and I can find things easier. The cabinet she works with provided gorgeous, quality, cabinets and drawers. Cleo was always considerate about budget, pricing, our comfort, and cleanliness. We would absolutely use her for our other home projects. **★★★★★ — F. Lopez, Aug. 2023** > I interviewed several contractors that specialize in kitchens & bath. What set Cleo apart from the others was her attention to detail, ability to identify potential issues/concerns during the design faze, and her wonderful demeanor and communication skills. She didn't just deliver under budget and ahead of schedule, but she transformed our entire house. Our kitchen & bar exceeded our expectations. Additionally, her 20+ years as a general contractor gives her the insight to ensure that all the sub-contractors are performing to the highest standards. Beyond her superb skillset, she's an amazing person. I was almost sad to see the project end. **★★★★★ — HU-258822470, March 2023** > We just finished a kitchen remodel. Cleo is an excellent designer and instantly knows how to make a space, any space the best it can be. She is a perfectionist, with an eye for detail. She snd her team are thorough in their work and I felt like I had a trusted partner and friend every step of the way. Cleo is extremely aware that while it might be a job for her it is a home for us. She works on every single detail of the project as though it was her own home being remodeled. She is absolutely the best. Project was on time, on budget and I never had to pick up the phone even once to ask when anything was going to be done! She was on point the whole time. We are enjoying the heart of our home remodeled by the best in the business **★★★★★ — Craig Ulrich, Dec. 2022** > This fall we completed a bathroom renovation using SoCal Kitchens. Since not all home improvement projects go smoothly, we want to leave this review to compliment SoCal Kitchens. The work was performed in a quality fashion, on time and on budget. Cleo was a pleasure to work with and treated our home as if it was hers. She took pride in finding the right sub contractors to perform each task. > > Anyone looking to remodel their kitchen or bathroom in the Orange County area should consider using SoCal Kitchens. **★★★★★ — HU-33316271055, July 2022** > Our project was to design, select the material, and install a top for our cabinets in our social club that we have named “The Garage “ ! > > So Cal Kitchens exceeded our expectations! > My wife and I highly recommend the So Cal Kitchens company !! **★★★★★ — Yy Lewis, June 2022** > I had the good luck to find Socal Kitchens for my kitchen and master bath renovation this Spring. Cleo was able to provide expert design and hands-on construction advice while respecting my budget. She is very attentive to client needs and is a strong communicator regarding all aspects of the renovation. > Cleo is experienced and very competent. Sub contractors were scheduled to keep the forward momentum uninterrupted. I know that some renovations can drag on for months, but my entire project was completed in less than 6 weeks.She has exacting standards and will have subs return to the job site to improve their work until she is satisfied with the quality. I will definitely work with Socal Kitchens for any future projects. **★★★★★ — HU-696403158, June 2022** > Cleo is sooo detailed that the entire job was seamless. She knows her stuff, goes over everything to ensure you get what you ordered! We got what we ordered and more! Love our kitchen island. Definitely will recommend her to anyone considering doing their kitchen. **★★★★★ — Carla Rodriguez, Dec. 2021** > It was a joy to work with Cleo DeMarco of SoCal Kitchens on our condo renovation. We remodeled and refreshed our kitchen, master bathroom, our boys’ bathroom, and the downstairs half bathroom. It was a challenge getting materials and labor when we needed them to stay on schedule, but every step of the way, we could rely on Cleo’s organizational skills, and her persistence and determination to get skilled workers over to work our project. We really appreciated how passionate and creative Cleo was to design and create the kitchen and bathrooms of our dreams. She moved the refrigerator from one side of the room to the other, which gave us more counter space and storage in our small kitchen. Cleo also helped us choose high quality materials, while keeping an eye on our budget. When we first met Cleo, she told us that once we worked with her, we would never do a renovation again without her, and I totally agree! Cleo became our partner on our project and relieved a lot of our stress during the whole process, and we now have a kitchen and bathrooms that have exceeded our expectations! We highly recommend Cleo DeMarco of SoCal Kitchens for your home renovation project. ## Selected projects - [Outdoor Kitchen ~ California Coastal](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/outdoor-kitchen--california-coastal-pj-vj~7137252) - Location: Laguna Niguel, California - Photos: 10 - Description: Outdoor Kitchen Cabinets: Naturekast (Driftwood) Granite Countertops, Smooth Stucco Walls, Coastal Outdoor Furniture Collection by Cleo DeMarco of SoCal Kitchens - [Transitional White & Navy Blue Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-white-and-navy-blue-kitchen-pj-vj~5928216) - Location: Culver City, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: Transitional Kitchen; Blue and White Shaker Style Cabinetry with Cherry Wood Accents - White Subway Tile with Grey Grout, Satin Brass Plumbing and Hardware, Arched Toe Kicks - by Cleo DeMarco of SoCal Kitchens - [Transitional Kitchen - Organic Vibes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-kitchen-organic-vibes-pj-vj~7136768) - Location: Los Angeles, California - Photos: 1 - Description: Transitional Kitchen - Green clay tile backsplash, caesarstone engineered quartz countertops, white shaker cabinetry, brass hardware by Cleo DeMarco of SoCal Kitchens - [Transitional \| Deco Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-deco-kitchen-pj-vj~5920417) - Location: Los Angeles, California - Photos: 31 - Description: Transitional Kitchen: White, Grey, and Walnut Cabinetry, Blue Accents, Black Hardware, Radius Cabinets, Deco Style by Cleo DeMarco of SoCal Kitchens - [Craftsman \| Transitional Home Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/craftsman-transitional-home-remodel-pj-vj~2847801) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 33 - Description: Craftsman (Transitional) Home Remodel by Cleo DeMarco of SoCal Kitchens - [Coastal \| Transitional - All White Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/coastal-transitional-all-white-kitchen-pj-vj~1402263) - Location: Long Beach, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: All White - Coastal \| Transitional Kitchen designed by SoCal Kitchens - [Coastal \| Transitional Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/coastal-transitional-kitchens-pj-vj~1295450) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 14 - Description: Coastal \| Transitional Kitchens by SoCal Kitchens, featuring a grey and white color palette, with accents in blues and various shades of wood. - [Contemporary Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-kitchen-pj-vj~1295448) - Location: Manhattan Beach, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: Contemporary Kitchen by SoCal Kitchens, featuring: a double-decker/two-toned quartz bar, textured frame-less cabinetry with aluminum doors, and recessed lighting in an open floor plan. - [Contemporary Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-kitchen-pj-vj~2881216) - Location: Culver City, CA - Photos: 15 - Description: Contemporary Kitchen by SoCal Kitchens, featuring: double waterfall legs, double stacked quartz bar on the island, and frameless textured cabinetry. - [Transitional Kitchen - Two-Toned Paint & Stain](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-kitchen-two-toned-paint-and-stain-pj-vj~630481) - Location: Redondo Beach, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: Transitional Kitchen - Two-Toned Paint & Stain - by SoCal Kitchens - [Various Laundry \| Utility Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/various-laundry-utility-rooms-pj-vj~1883726) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - Description: Various Laundry & Utility Rooms throughout the LA area by SoCal Kitchens - [Pet Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pet-projects-pj-vj~1883734) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: At SoCal Kitchens - we love your pets and are always thrilled at the opportunity to include them in your remodel by providing custom pieces to compliment your new space. - [Transitional Kitchen - Neutral Palette](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-kitchen-neutral-palette-pj-vj~7138501) - Location: Los Angeles, California - Photos: 7 - Description: Transitional kitchen remodel with shaker cabinets, custom hood enclosure, and quartzite countertops. By Cleo DeMarco of SoCal Kitchens [See all 13 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/socal-kitchens-pfvwus-pf~847964926) ## Ideabooks - [Beautiful and Unique Kitchen Islands & Peninsulas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/102624851/list/beautiful-and-unique-kitchen-islands-peninsulas) — 44 ideas - [Powder Room Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/102629011/list/powder-room-ideas) — 11 ideas [See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/socalkitchens) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-12.*