LMK Interiors

We remodeled our entire house and truly enjoyed working with LMK. Leslie and Haley took the time to understand our design aesthetic and helped us translate our vision into materials and a palette that was warm and functional. They have a tremendous amount of resources and materials in their studio, which alleviated a lot of running around from showroom to showroom. It was exceptionally easy and fun to work with them and our meetings were always very productive.

Leslie and her team have helped us with a number of projects over the years, both residential and commercial. No one understands color and how it impacts and/or is affected by its environment better. She has a wealth of knowledge in terms of how the furnishings and “envelope” (doors, windows, wall height etc) of a space relate to each other, and that is so important in achieving the desired result. The contractors on our projects have respected her because she is consistent and reasonable, and when problems arise (and they always do), her solutions are practical. It is also so nice to have an advocate when needed with a contractor or architect on a job to helps ensure that that things go as smoothly as possible and both form and function are considered.

Although undergoing a home renovation is a challenging process, I cannot speak highly enough about our experience with LMK. Their guidance, professionalism, integrity and charm buoyed us through a long and very involved addition and renovation. The end result is a complete upgrade to the way we live within our home. The rooms connect and flow and the finishes sparkle. The beautiful materials and colors that authentically represent our style, are the product of countless selections that we could not have navigated without their expertise and trade relationships. We do not miss the construction process, but we miss Leslie and Haley and the team!

We undertook an ambitious whole-house remodel, and needed a lot of help with functional and visual design, as well as selecting furniture for several rooms whose dimensions would change. We had pre-existing architectural plans and a contractor hired when we brought LMK on board. We also had a firm budget, which was strained by surprise construction costs. Leslie and Haley navigated all of these factors in a smooth and even-keeled way, and helped our project on so many fronts. They improved on the architectural plans for the kitchen and bathrooms to give us more storage and better flow to the rooms. Their CAD software helped show the spaces in 3 dimensions, which is a godsend if you have spatial reasoning challenges like I do! They found the zone of agreement between mine and my husband's tastes to come up with a color palette and textures that he and I both love. When we had analysis paralysis, they were decisive. When we needed to shave costs in certain areas, they came up with quality alternatives. When one of the kitchen cabinets was made incorrectly, Leslie stayed on the cabinetmaker to make sure the mistake was fixed. They are so meticulous about color, you can rest assured that the colors and textures in your home will be harmonious and look perfect in your home's light. Above all, LMK's staff is kind and unpretentious, and worked well with us and our contractor. They stayed engaged in the project until the very end. Our remodeled space is beautiful, comfortable, and well-suited to the traffic that comes with 2 small children and a dog. I had (happy!) tears in my eyes when I saw the completed spaces. Our only regret is that we didn't hire LMK before we hired the architect!

We had a great experience working with LMK interiors team, they were always attentive, kind and super professional, the communication was easy even though we are new to the US lifestyle. We had a great time decorating our new home along with them. The team took our house design and transformed it into our home. The principle designer Leslie read us, understood our needs and captured our style with unbelievable professionalism. They are able to connect with the client as a human being, no matter in different culture background or personal life journey. we feel each detail in our new home says something about us as a family. We keep rediscovering it as time passes by. Best decision ever!

We've been remiss in not rating until today - We hired LMK as our designer for our new home project in Lafayette. Leslie and Gayle were a pleasure to work with, exceeded all expectations on design, color, materials, furniture selection, sourcing, etc. Worked seamlessly with our Architect and Builder, and will absolutely use them in the future - could not recommend them more!

We are coming to the end of our project (although will have to come back post designing all the finishing touches!) but wanted to write a review for the incredibly easy process so far. We have been working with Leslie and Gayle for around a year now and they have been so incredibly thoughtful in their choices. We had very clear ideas of what we wanted and they were able to help direct us to stay within budget and more importantly help with the flow of our home. We ended up taking our home mostly down to the studs and for me that was a large project and would not have been able to do it without their ownership of the project During the whole process they kept us focused and organized. We are so incredibly happy with how the home turned out. And cannot wait to do the fun decorating parts with them! Also, they're just a general joy to work with especially if you like people who get down to business quickly! Loved working with the recommended contractor they provided, they organized the supplies including hardware and lighting, helped pick out paints, finishes, house furnishings, etc. Full service, full support, all around wonderful to work with. Happy to provide photos if you are considering them for a project!

Leslie, Gayle and the entire team at LMK are amazing! We have worked with Leslie, Gayle and the entire team at LMK are amazing! We have worked with them on multiple projects over the past 15+ years and every one of them has turned out better than we had imagined or hoped. And it’s not just the finished project that we appreciate; it’s also how enjoyable it is to work with the entire LMK team. Every person at LMK is professional, creative, patient and a pleasure to work with. The proof of how pleased we have been is that we have repeatedly come back to work with LMK every time we’ve had a new remodeling project. Because we have worked with LMK for so long, Gayle and Leslie have designed projects for us to meet a range of family needs and styles, which have changed over the years as our family has grown. When we first started working with Leslie, we had young children and were looking for a comfortable, traditional family style. We preferred more affordable furnishings that met the needs of a young family. Leslie helped us design a family room, living room, dining room and bathroom that were perfect for our young family. A few years later, we moved to a new house and Gayle helped us remodel our family room and kitchen in a style somewhere between traditional and transitional. Our children were at a stage where we could have nicer furnishings but still with a practical family oriented style. We also put an addition on our house with a bonus room, guest bedroom and two bathrooms. Our children were approaching high school and we were looking for a space that the kids could enjoy with their friends, but that we could also use when we entertained our adult friends. We wanted a more transitional style with higher end furniture. Gayle helped us design the perfect space to meet all of these needs and the addition came out beautifully. This fall our youngest left for college. We decided to upgrade our living and dining room to a sleeker more sophisticated adult oriented space with higher end furnishings and to remodel our master bedroom and bathroom. We are still in the middle of this project but it is coming along great and we can’t wait to see the finished product.We have been consistently impressed with Gayle and Leslie’s ability to design for our ever changing needs, style and budget. I am also impressed by how well they handle project logistics. In the course of working with LMK, we have used a number of different contractors on various projects. LMK has been great at helping us identify contractors, working with different personalities, keeping everything organized and everyone on the same page. The LMK team is professional and efficient. They make everything work seamlessly. We have been incredibly happy with every aspect of our work with LMK. We love how our home looks. We enjoy working with everyone at LMK and look forward to continuing work with them as we finish up our latest project.

I first worked with LMK Interiors several years ago when my husband, four young boys and myself moved into an old ranch house in Lafayette. We adored the house but it desperately needed an update. We decided to start with a kitchen and family room remodel. We wanted a common area that would be both functional, stylish—and most importantly we wanted to make sure it stood the test of time as we raised our four young boys. We had no idea how the process worked or where to even start! Then we met Leslie and Gayle with LMK Interiors and knew we were in good hands. Leslie and Gayle took a holistic approach, guiding us through the entire process. From getting acquainted with our aesthetic style to understanding our lifestyle needs and budgetary constraints. From that point they started mocking up and designing in their Computer-aided Design (CAD) program—the early designs they showed didn’t just show their understanding of our needs, but gave us flexibility and confidence in the decision-making and design process. They helped with material selections, plumbing, lighting and everything else needed to ensure our home was the truest reflection of us. But they weren’t just designers. They helped manage the entire project and tracked budgeting—documenting all of the necessary specifications so our contractor had everything needed to bid the job and stay on budget. They were available for any questions that came up and always advocated on our behalf. We have been super happy with the end product and could not have gotten through our hectic life and remodel without the help (and humor) of Leslie and Gayle. The whole staff at LMK Interiors is an absolute pleasure to work with. I look forward to continuing to work with them as we move into our next phase with our primary bedroom and bath remodel.

Leslie, Gayle and the rest of their team at LMK Interiors are the best! In hiring LMK for remodel project, we were fortunate to have TWO professional designers, Leslie and Gayle, working hand in hand, each bringing their own expertise and years of experience to the creative effort. It was reassuring to know we had so much talent with both designers, bouncing ideas back and forth with each other and then us, making sure the end result exceeded our expectations. In the most recent project, we took both our kitchen and laundry room down to the studs, with structural wall changes being required. Leslie and Gayle’s attention to detail is unparalleled and appreciated. From the initial design that included vision, creativity, functionality and so many renderings, to the eventual successful conclusion. The visualization was made much easier with their use of 3D CAD software that allowed us to see options in real time. Their talent is showcased with the selection of all materials, colors, finishings, fixtures and appliances. Leslie has ability to work hand in hand with our choice of contractor, and kept the lines of communication very open. She handled some difficult situations brilliantly. We loved being able to tap into their creativity, as ours leaves something to be desired. Leslie and Gayle are both great at listening to our wants, needs and must haves, yet offering their honest, direct opinions from their years of experience. Our kitchen and laundry are now not only beautiful, but user friendly and comfortable. We have worked together with LMK for multiple projects over the past several years at our home in Alamo, and each one has been completed to our total satisfaction. They have earned our complete trust and we will absolutely use them again in the near future.

My crew and I have been working with LMK for over two years building a beach house in Santa Barbara, CA. Leslie and her team are incredibly accessible...which for a builder is paramount. Additionally, they've provided us with beautiful spec packets for each building and associated rooms / bathrooms / kitchens. Everything design related in one place...again, crucial to our success in executing fine details. On a final note, LMK is reasonable...meaning if something is not going to work, they find an alternative; working through supply chain issues, sourcing new materials and more.

HAVING REMODELED MANY HOMES, WE ARE VERY FAMILIAR WITH THE PROCESS AND CAN TRULY SAY THAT HIRING LMK INTERIORS WAS THE BEST DECISION WE MADE. LESLIE AND HER TEAM ARE SUCH A JOY TO WORK WITH AND THEIR PROFESSIONALISM AND ATTENTION TO DETAIL IS SPOT ON. THEY HAVE THE KNOWLEDGE AND THE EXPERIENCE TO ZERO IN ON YOUR STYLE AND SEE IT EXECUTED TO FINISH. THEY ALSO WORK WELL WITH THE CONTRACTORS, WHICH IS VERY IMPORTANT. SHE HAS ACCESS TO ALL THE LATEST FABRICS, CARPET, WINDOW COVERINGS, FURNITURE, STONE, ETC. SO IT'S VERY MUCH A ONE STOP SHOPPING. I WAS ONCE TOLD THAT ANY PROJECT CAN LOOK GOOD, BUT "IT'S ALL IN THE DETAILS" THAT MAKE THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GOOD AND FABULOUS AND LESLIE MAKES IT FABULOUS!