SKJ Interiors

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Interior Designers & Decorators

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12 years in business

Offers Custom Work

8x Best of Houzz winner

Preeminent Interior Designer in Lake Forest | 5x Best of Houzz!

7X BEST OF HOUZZ awarded to the top 3% of working professionals for her high rating in client reviews. Using natural materials and timeless classic contemporary design, Sher Johnson, owner and principle designer, breathes life into new or tired spaces, distinguishing each project's unique character through the lens of her client. A full service boutique studio crafting life-giving spaces to live in, marked by creativity, quality, collaboration, and joy! “I love creating life-giving spaces filled with intrigue rather than a well decorated gallery to admire. The measure of a successful project to me is collaboration with the client where their goals and dreams are brought to life and partnering with skilled artisans and reliable contractors who are equally passionate about their craft as I am. The difference between a project and a passion, is the willingness to go the extra mile striving for excellence because every detail does matter. I'm blessed to do what I love and grateful for each referral that reflects the commitment to quality that I bring to each project.” Born and raised abroad, Sher’s sense of design has been influenced by her exposure to the cultural diversity of South Africa combined with the grit of urban living in Chicago and by the historical architecture from her international travels to Europe, Argentina, the Philippines and Hong Kong. "My goal is to clarify the vision and develop the dream you have for your home, and streamline the process so that stress, indecision, and costly mistakes don't happen. If you're ready for a change and needing some guidance to focus the vision for accomplishing your dream home, allow me the privilege to listen and collaborate with you to explore the possibilities of what a fresh approach can offer and improve the way you live!"

Services Provided

3D Rendering, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), Art Selection, Bathroom Design, Bedroom Design, Closet Design, Color Consulting, Custom Bathroom Vanities, Custom Beds, Custom Blinds & Shades, Custom Bookcases, Custom Built-ins, Custom Cabinets, Custom Entertainment Centers, Custom Fireplace Mantels, Custom Furniture, Custom Home Bars, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Custom Murphy Beds, Custom Pantries, Custom Shelving, Custom Storage, Custom Table, Custom Walk-in Closets, Design Consultation, Dining Room Design, Downsizing, Drafting, Entry Design, Floor Plans, Furniture Selection, Guesthouse Design & Construction, Handicap-Accessible Design, Holiday Decorating, Home Office Design & Construction, Home Staging, Home Theater Design, Interior Design, Kitchen Design, Laundry Room Design, Living Room Design, Project Management, Space Planning, Home Office Design, Kitchen Remodeling, Remodeling, Hospitality, Commercial Interiors

Areas Served

Aliso Viejo, Coto De Caza, East Irvine, Foothill Ranch, Irvine, Ladera Ranch, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Newport Coast, North Tustin, Orange, Portola Hills, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Juan Capistrano, Santa Ana, Silverado, Trabuco Canyon, Tustin, San Clemente

Awards

Interior Designers Institute, Newport Beach, California Published in LUXE Interiors + Design and featured for a Coastal tablescape for the 2016 Entertaining By Design event

7 Projects

JAMON LANE

Mission Viejo, CA

Example of an entryway design in Orange County

COMMERCIAL

Lake Forest, CA

Kitchen - contemporary kitchen idea in Orange County

WINNEBAGO

Beach style dining room photo in Orange County

TABLESCAPES

Example of a large beach style galley eat-in kitchen design in Orange County with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash and an island

SIDNEY BAY

Dana Point, CA

Inspiration for a contemporary home design remodel in Orange County

SKINCARE STUDIO

Lake Forest, CA

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Business Details

Business Name

SKJ Interiors

Phone Number

(949) 466-9744

Website

sherjohnson.com

Address

21892 Winnebago Lane
Lake Forest, CA 92630

Typical Job Cost

$20,000 - 250,000

License Number

101-188-640

Followers

113 Followers

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Featured Review

Joy McCall

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18 Reviews for SKJ Interiors

Newest first

4.9|18 reviews

Work Quality

5.0

Communication

5.0

Value

5.0

Judie Cothrun

Sher designed and supervised a kitchen remodel and a bathroom remodel for me and they turned out fantastic. You would have to see it to believe it. I am thrilled with it and have gotten great feedback from friends and family. She is very professional, creative and is sure to include the clients ideas and choices in the project. If you are looking for a great professional to transform your space then Sher is the one for you.

February 16, 2024

Comment from SKJ Interiors:

Judie, you were such a joy to work with! It's always so much fun working with a client who loves to explore new ideas to create a one-of-a-kind space. I am looking forward to our next adventure transforming your primary bathroom! It's going to be stunning!

Joy McCall

We worked with Sher on a large remodel in CO and despite the geographical distance she was easy to work with (she did make a preliminary visit out there) and did a beautiful job. Her ideas are fresh and current, she has a great eye for design flow and detail, she 'gets the vibe' you are wanting to create and she really l listens to what YOU want. She has a very professional and gracious way of suggesting options for something you might want to incorporate into a space but might not be the best choice in the long run! The suggestions she brought to the table for us were always a better choice that we loved. Her guidance and input saved us from a lot of mistakes! She respected and worked within the budget parameters we had and came up with some amazing alternatives to furnishings that added that extra touch and pulled everything together. She has great relationships with her reps and when we needed to return something the process was smooth. Sher also has a great eye for color. We needed her to avoid yellow tints and she was spot on with her recommendations. We are looking to do another remodel in CA and planning on using Sher to create another fabulous home for us!! She's so easy to work with....it was a pleasure!

February 9, 2023

jrad12

After hiring Sher to remodel my bathrooms I just knew I needed her help again for my kitchen renovation. Sher did not disappoint! She came up with a beautiful plan, recommended a wonderful contractor and 2 months later I had a fabulous kitchen. Sher has wonderful vision and is able to communicate effectively allowing you to feel comfortable stepping out of your design comfort zone. She listens to what you want, offers her expert opinion and let’s you make the decision. Sher is extremely hard working and goes the extra mile for her clients(and expects the contractor and crews to do the same). Sher is also very responsive, kind and direct. I could not be more pleased with the end result. If you are in need of a talented interior designer, do not hesitate to hire Sher.

December 30, 2022

Comment from SKJ Interiors:

it was once again a pleasure to work with you Julia! Thank you for trusting me with pursuing new ideas for accomplishing your goals for a contemporary yet timeless kitchen. It turned out as beautiful as it is functional!

jrad12

Sher came highly recommended to me by a friend who had used her design services. I was in search of an interior designer to renovate two bathrooms and redo my living room fireplace. Sher is personable, professional, hard-working , dependable, responsive and talented at design! She is able to listen to your ideas, suggest new ones and orchestrate the design process to be a fun one. One of Sher's great assets is the wonderful trades people that she has developed relationships with over the years. I was so impressed with the contractor, plumber, electrician, cabinet maker and tile installer that did the work in my home. Sher is very particular about the people she employs and insists that they go above and beyond for her clients. It was truly a joy to work with these people (especially during COVID). They were respectful, on time and truly wanted to do the best job possible. Another great aspect of Sher is her communication style. When issues with the remodel occurred (such as a damaged tub), Sher handled them promptly and with grace and positivity. I couldn't be more thrilled with the end result and know it wouldn't have happened without Sher's help. Thank you Sher!

June 6, 2021

Comment from SKJ Interiors:

Thank you so much for the comprehensive review Julia!! You were such a pleasure to work with, and I really appreciated your patience and understanding through Covid. We did it!

HU-550595818

We just wanted to paint and upgrade fixtures in our bathroom and master. Sher came in and now we have a walk-in closet a bathtub for my wife and two and a half bathrooms. Great vision and great to work with.

December 27, 2019

Comment from SKJ Interiors:

Thank you Gregg and Cynthia! You have both been great on-going clients and I look forward to starting your kitchen soon!

connie

Sher is a God send!! Very responsive, creative, kind and easy to work with!! She created a Gorgeous’s home for us!! We couldn’t be happier!! Very grateful for her!!

December 27, 2019

Riad Bacchus

We bought a home and needed insight on basic design layout, colors, window treatments and fixtures for each room. We saw Sher's work that she did in an area nearby and LOVED her design. We were looking for a modern flair with a great color palette. Sher has such a good eye for where things should go, what NOT to do, and how to allocate effective space. She suggested things that we would never even think of, which made our home into a beautiful space. I would highly recommend Sher if you are willing to push the envelope and go beyond just any old boring ordinary space. She makes thing pop and adds the WOW factor. She's absolutely amazing!

December 12, 2018Last modified:December 15, 2018

HU-34742945

Sher created a beautiful, comfortable and functional skin studio for me. This is my second time working with her, and what I love the most about her is that she understands my style and what I like. She is easy to communicate with and has an incredible taste. She is very detailed with everything she does. She is very good with managing the installation process and knows how to deal with the contractors.

December 6, 2018

Comment from SKJ Interiors:

Thank you Spela for the opportunity to participate in the growth of your business and create a beautiful space for you to continue to do what you do so well! It was my privilege to create and execute a vision for your boutique space in just a few weeks!

Joy McCall

Where do I start?!! Sher is one of the most talented designers I have met! Her gifts are numerous. She is excellent at pulling together colors and knowing what colors go well together and as accents, especially in combinations you wouldn't think of. She also has a great sense of how decor/color/rooms will 'feel' depending on what you put in them, as well as an ability to 'bring the outdoors in' and tie it all together. Balance of texture/size/shapes seem to come naturally for her and she listens really well to what YOU want. She offers her professional opinion, invites you to consider gently 'stepping out a bit' with color or pattern, and guides you through the creative process, but does not force her thoughts on you at all. She listens to you first, then offers fresh ideas to bring it to fruition. She HELPS you formulate what you envision and brings it to life! Love that. She's SUPER easy to work with, always genuinely friendly and makes the design process light and enjoyable. She's quick to respond to communication and, well, let's just say, she takes the load off of you in trying to figure it all out and just seems to pull it all together beautifully! She'll save you time, lots of time and frustration instead of trying to do it all by yourself. She is worth every penny!!

January 2, 2018

Comment from SKJ Interiors:

Thank you Joy for such an extensive review, wow! It has been an absolute pleasure working together to keep your beautiful beach home fresh and stunning. Thank you for the opportunity!

Angela Griffin

Sher has an incredible eye for design. We recently moved into a new home and I needed her help with our open space dining room. It is a focal point when entering our home and I wanted it to be just right. She picked a beautiful chandelier, artwork pieces and center pieces to compliment the look and dimensions of our 96" table. I receive compliments whenever anyone enters our home. She knew exactly how to pull together my Transitional style and our home's architecture. I'm so thankful for her expertise. It is beautiful!

December 30, 2017Last modified:December 30, 2017

Nicole Suite Hair Styles

I first noticed Sher from a previous interior design project she did for the Spela a estetichian at Phenix Salon Suites. She did a jaw dropping job on this room. It was just beautiful! When I decided to open my own salon suite as a hairdresser. I knew I had to have Sher as my interior designer. Working with a small space can be very tricky. I'm very particular. I like a modern, classy yet chic look. Sher has been such a delight to work with. She's always so prompt in answering all my questions which I appreciate. I think communication is key when doing a interior decorating project and Sher does that very effectively. She's always on time and completes projects as scheduled. Her style is on point both personally and estecially. She's very kind & direct which I really like. I would highly recommend Sher for your next project!

November 17, 2016

Comment from SKJ Interiors:

Thank you so much Nicole for your gracious recommendation! It has been a pleasure working with you and I have really enjoyed creating a glamorous space that reflects your style and personality in every detail!

Rick Meredith

Prior to founding skj interiors, Sher Johnson worked for me as Art Director and Designer. She always had fresh, innovative ideas which she also knew how to flawlessly carry through to final execution. I could always count on Sher, whether she was creating, dealing with other employees, or with clients. Sher is a rare combination of creative, outside-the-box thinking coupled with exceptional people skills. I highly recommend her.

October 23, 2015

heather8798

SKJ Interiors did an excellent job for my client. The service we received was exceptional and all around amazing. Shar will go over and above and exceed all your expectations. I highly recommend her!

October 20, 2015

Spela Hernandez

I found Sher Johnson from a referral and I am so grateful that it all turned out the way it did. I was planning to open a skin care studio for years and once I finally found the space, I felt overwhelmed and needed help. I always knew that I want a contemporary style space that was functional for what I do, and that would look esthetically amazing. Sher was great about listening to my needs and wants. Most importantly she is great to work with. Her design concepts to implementation was amazing! The final design included very functional cabinetry, beautiful lighting with proper placement, very tasteful decor, great choice in colors for accents and walls, and thought about every small detail that only a high level professional can think of. The final result was beyond what I ever expected, and I am so thankful to have her to work on and help me realize this dream project.

September 13, 2015Last modified:September 13, 2015

4abraham

We loved working with Sher! She helped us save time and money by helping us define our style. Honestly, if we would have tried to decorate on our own, we would have made costly mistakes. The entire experience was wonderful. Thanks to Sher we love our home! Her experience and knowledge is priceless!

May 26, 2015

gracebarnes

I initially hired Sher to remodel my office and change the window treatment throughout the house. After her visit, Sher made several recommendations which led to a bigger project than I had originally planned. We changed the flooring from carpet to wood, put up gorgeous wallpaper in the living room and added floating shelves from Italy, completely replaced the living room furniture, remodeled the downstairs bathroom, changed the chandelier at the entrance for the WOW factor, in addition to the office remodel and new window treatment. The fun part was going shopping at the Design Center and looking at furnitures and decorations. As in any remodel project, there was some stress involved but Sher was very nice in going over all the concerns I had and was very reassuring. Overall, I was very happy with the end result and all my family and friends who saw the house after the remodel were impressed. Even my husband who occasionally complained about how much money I was spending was very happy in the end. :-) “

May 26, 2015

racheljohnston72

For years we struggled to find a design and style that fit our awkwardly shaped great room, and then we found Sher! She listened to our frustrations and input and quickly presented a few options, all of which were fantastic! We couldn’t be happier with the finished product and the service she provided.

May 25, 2015

faye5555

"We called Sher in at the very last moment. We had fired our previous home stager with only 3 days left until photography was to be done and the house put on the market. Sher came in and determined what things of ours could stay and what must be replaced with furniture that would show off the house better. She took measurements, contacted a high-end furniture rental company, and selected what we needed for 6 rooms in our home within 48 hours. She also purchased accessories that gave a finishing touch and a lived-in feel. The photographer showed up a day later, and between what Sher had artfully done, and the photography, it made our house look worth 3 times more than what we were asking for it. We had 4 good offers in 3 days and we could not have asked for anything more! Sher is a pleasure to work with, and I highly recommend her for her design services and for home staging for sale. You will be highly pleased with her results.”

May 25, 2015

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is SKJ Interiors rated?

SKJ Interiors is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5

What services does SKJ Interiors provide?

SKJ Interiors provides the following services: 3D Rendering, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), Art Selection, Bathroom Design, Bedroom Design, Closet Design, Color Consulting, Custom Bathroom Vanities, Custom Beds, Custom Blinds & Shades, Custom Bookcases, Custom Built-ins, Custom Cabinets, Custom Entertainment Centers, Custom Fireplace Mantels, Custom Furniture, Custom Home Bars, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Custom Murphy Beds, Custom Pantries, Custom Shelving, Custom Storage, Custom Table, Custom Walk-in Closets, Design Consultation, Dining Room Design, Downsizing, Drafting, Entry Design, Floor Plans, Furniture Selection, Guesthouse Design & Construction, Handicap-Accessible Design, Holiday Decorating, Home Office Design & Construction, Home Staging, Home Theater Design, Interior Design, Kitchen Design, Laundry Room Design, Living Room Design, Project Management, Space Planning, Home Office Design, Kitchen Remodeling, Remodeling, Hospitality, Commercial Interiors

Where does SKJ Interiors provide services?

SKJ Interiors provides services in the following areas: Aliso Viejo, Coto De Caza, East Irvine, Foothill Ranch, Irvine, Ladera Ranch, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Newport Coast, North Tustin, Orange, Portola Hills, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Juan Capistrano, Santa Ana, Silverado, Trabuco Canyon, Tustin, San Clemente

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