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dRichards Interiors
Interior Designers & House Decorators in Santa Monica
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsFebruary 26, 2013
“Denise & her staff have a great reputation and well deserved. The staff is punctual, responsive and talented with extremely creative design features . it is not a suprise Denise has so many clients calling her back to remodel every year. 5 star!”
AA Design Firm
Interior Designers & House Decorators in Santa Monica
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJuly 26, 2015
“Not only does Ava and Arlene have impeccable design taste. They will handle everything from the idea phase, to hiring the proper General Contractor, subs, over seeing the entire process and being present at the job site during the work. They did everything from A to Z. They made redecorating my home a simple breeze. From providing me my options and giving me the pros and cons of each option with various cost estimates made it easy for me to make a comfortable informed decision on every step of the process. They are extremely flexible with their service. Their contractors are also professional and very neat. They clean up after every job and make the process very convenient. The outcome turned out better than I expected and I am a very satisfied customer.”
VAN GALDER DESIGN
Interior Designers & House Decorators in Santa Monica
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsNovember 8, 2017
“Jennifer brings a sophisticated yet timeless flair to her design work. I love how she finds furniture pieces that you don't see anywhere else and fit the design esthetic so beautifully. She also knows what life is really like with kids and makes a home livable AND stunning. That mix is very hard to find. Can't recommend her enough!”
Jennifer Grey Color Specialist & Interior Design
Interior Designers & House Decorators in Santa Monica
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsMarch 14, 2014
“I have been working with Jennifer from The Old Painted Cottage since 2011. I had been a faithful blog reader (http://theoldpaintedcottage.com/) and admirer of her style for a long time before getting the courage to contact her to see if she would agree to a design consultation to help me revamp my living room. My husband and I had recently moved into a 1960's ranch - that still looked like it was from the 1960s! I was so frustrated with trying to "design" my house on a budget and getting nowhere – I desperately wanted and needed help. I kind of knew what I wanted to do and the styles I admired, but I had no idea whatsoever how to create it on a realistic budget in my own home. I hired Jennifer to teach me how to beautify my living room. And oh boy - I cannot say enough about how absolutely wonderful it was (and has been since then) to work with Jennifer! After sending her the dimensions of my living area and images of living rooms I loved (many of them here on Houzz), we scheduled and had a phone consultation and OH.MY.GOSH! Jennifer's energy, excitement, ability to translate what I wanted to the redesign of my space - and all within my budget - was incredible! One of the most amazing things about Jennifer is that she patiently taught me many interior design secrets that I never knew but have since been able to apply to my whole home (e.g., hanging drapes higher than the top of the window, displaying décor items in threes, adding pops of complementary color, etc.) Needless to say, it is 2014 and Jennifer has let me hire her to design almost every room in my house! Since 2011, I’ve had two babies and she helped me design both nurseries. Jennifer also helped me revamp my master bedroom, TV room, and the sunroom! Currently, we are doing a whole house consult on a little lake cabin my husband and I recently purchased. Overall, Jennifer is a consummate professional, her fees are ridiculously reasonable, and she is able to “get into a space” and transform it simply by looking at before photos. Jennifer is a gem! I could go on and on about Jennifer…(and I hope to meet her in person one day soon!)”
Nayeway Design
Interior Designers & House Decorators in Santa Monica
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsOctober 6, 2023
“Trabajar con Nayeli y su equipo de diseño fue una experiencia excepcional. Transformaron nuestro hogar en algo hermoso y funcional. El proceso de diseño fue completamente positivo y su atención al detalle es impresionante. Estamos encantados con el resultado y recomendamos encarecidamente su talento y profesionalismo.”
SHAPESIDE
Interior Designers & House Decorators in Santa Monica
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsDecember 20, 2016
“I created custom lighting for one of Geena's projects. She is an effective communicator and great to work with! Her minimalist style with a traditional twist is refreshing.”
Emma DeRoche Interior Design
Interior Designers & House Decorators in Santa Monica
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsSeptember 13, 2016
“Emma DeRoche is a dream to work with! She and her Design firm take the time to truly listen and help bring your thoughts, feeling and vibes to fruition. This made a huge impact during our process because I knew what I wanted in terms of tone and ambiance but couldn't always articulate it. Emma dialed in and took the lead while staying true to what I wanted. She is defiantly not a paint by numbers designer, rather a patient, savvy and refreshingly creative soul that will not only help create you space but elevate it in the process.”
RM Interior Design
Interior Designers & House Decorators in Santa Monica
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsApril 1, 2019
“Great experience working with Ranjana! She helped with a flip project for our company. Would recommend her and will use her again on future projects.”
Cochrane Design LTD
Interior Designers & House Decorators in Santa Monica
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJuly 4, 2019
“Fabulous experience - thanks for making my teeny flat into something wonderful. Millie maximized my space to it's full potential, and made my home somewhere I want to spend time in. She had some incredible ideas, and I loved them all. thank you!!!”
Karla Garcia Design Studio
Interior Designers & House Decorators in Santa Monica
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsFebruary 24, 2015
“Karla was great from beginning to end. She was both creative and proactive, and was a pleasure to work with. I would recommend her for any design job with no hesitation, and would hire her again for my own needs in the future.”
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An interior designer is a professional who helps you make your indoor spaces beautiful and functional. They can assist you with various projects, whether it’s complete home remodeling or simply refreshing the look of a room. Hiring an interior designer early in the process ensures proper planning and maximizes the potential of your project.

Here are some main things an interior designer does:

  • Designs your space to match your style and needs.
  • Makes the best use of your space for practicality and flow.
  • Selects the right colors and materials for a pleasing look.
  • Provides visualizations to see how your space will look.
  • Manages the project and works with contractors.
  • Ensures your space meets all regulations and codes.

In short, hiring an interior designer in Santa Monica ensures your space is not only beautiful but also suits your lifestyle and functions well for your daily activities.

The most popular Interior Designer & Decorator Services in Santa Monica are:
  • Interior design
  • Color Consulting
  • Downsizing
  • Floor Plans
  • Holiday Decorating
  • Kids Bedroom Design
Interior Designer VS Interior Decorator: Interior designers:
  • Create functional and appealing spaces, collaborating with professionals.
  • Manage projects from start to finish, ensuring a smooth process.
  • Formal education in interior design, including color schemes, materials, and CAD.
  • Handle design and decoration, offering a comprehensive approach.
  • Focus on understanding your needs and lifestyle.
Interior Decorators:
  • Specialize in surface-level aesthetics like paint colors and furnishings.
  • Enhance the overall look and feel with decorative elements.
  • Can work independently or for a decorating firm.
  • Typically lack formal educational requirements in interior design.
In summary, for comprehensive design and decoration in Santa Monica, choose an interior designer. If you seek surface-level enhancements, consider an interior decorator.
There are 12,317 Interior Designers & Decorators, registered on Houzz in Santa Monica.
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11,200Local Pros on Houzz Who Serve Santa Monica, CA
325,046Local Projects on Houzz by Interior Designers & Decorators
1M+Total Number of Reviews Left by Homeowners
The work of a professional can make all the difference. Whether your home has 10 bedrooms, or your apartment is 800 square feet, it can be tricky to create a cohesive look that is representative of your style. That's where a local Santa Monica interior designer comes in. A home interior decorator will help distill your tastes and ideas into a design that suits the needs of your space. Whether you need help creating a functional space plan, rearranging existing pieces, designing the inside of a new home, or simply sourcing amazing furniture and decor, seeking the help of professional home interior designers and house decorators in Santa Monica, CA is a must.

What does an interior designer do?


A good home design professional will hone your style down to its very essence and be able to choose a functional layout that feels natural to you. Interior design companies can be involved as much or as little as the client desires. Many clients who hire a house interior decorator in Santa Monica, CA — particularly those who are remodeling — have a good sense of how the room should look and what products they should use. Often clients will insist that interior design contractors use the products already present in the house. Other times a designer will need to start from scratch — especially if this is a newly purchased or just-built home. An interior design firm will need to figure out exactly what the client needs, which includes organizing rooms, picking flooring and wall colors, and finding furniture to complement it all. Sometimes that means he or she will have to recruit help from other Santa Monica, CA home professionals to help create the perfect look for your renovation.

Do your research before meeting with an interior design contractor or home decorator in Santa Monica, CA. Ask yourself what you want your space to become and what it will be used for. Figure out the extent of what you need help with, what your must-haves are and what your budget is. Interior design services can add up fast, so be up front with a potential design firm or individual from the beginning. Also, pick an interior decorator that fits your style. Browse through the portfolios of different Santa Monica interior design firms and decide if you would live in those houses. Just because you like something doesn’t mean you could live in it. There's a big difference!

Questions to ask when you meet with local Santa Monica interior designers:


  • Can you give me a referral? (It makes a big difference to talk with a client who's worked with the designer before.)
  • Can I see your design portfolio?
  • When will the home renovation be done?
  • Do you charge an hourly rate or a flat rate, or use the cost-plus method or a mixed method?

Find interior designing services in Santa Monica, CA on Houzz. Narrow your search in the Professionals section to find Santa Monica interior designers or home decorators near you. You can also look through Santa Monica, CA photos to find a room you like, then contact the design firm who designed it.

If you search for Interior Designer near me you'll be sure to find a business that knows about the trends and styles for bathroom, kitchen, or whole house remodels. Their profession involves creating aesthetically pleasing and functional spaces tailored to clients' preferences and needs